AUS: Penfolds pops cork on 'perfect' 2008 Grange
AUS: Penfolds pops cork on 'perfect' 2008 Grange
May 4, 2013 6(GlobalPost) - Nestled in Australia's Adelaide hills, Penfolds Magill Estate has opened its double cellar doors to launch global sales of one of the most hyped "new world" wines in recent history.
Since the 2008 Penfolds Grange Shiraz earned a perfect 100 score from Robert Parker's US wine magazine Wine Advocate on March 1 the wine world has been fizzing in anticipation.
However, you will need deep pockets, with a hefty recommended retail price of Aus$784.99 (US$814) per bottle.
Penfolds global brand business director Sandy Mayo says global demand is outstripping supply after unprecedented pre-release interest ignited by the perfect 100-point review, the first Grange to attract the accolade in 40 years.
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