COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah
PRODUCER
Penfolds
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Medium - sweet
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Penfolds Great Grandfather 30 Year Old Rare Tawny is a non-vintage fortified wine from South Australia. Created in 1994 to mark Penfolds' 150th anniversary, it represents a culmination of exceptional blending and aging, with components drawn from a solera system that ensures continuity and complexity. The wine's name itself signifies its deep heritage and extended maturation. Penfolds, established in 1844, is a significant name in Australian winemaking, known for its dedication to craftsmanship and its distinctive House Style.
ALCOHOL
20.0%
AVG. PRICE
€120
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Great Grandfather' name evokes a sense of deep heritage and extended aging.
Fact 02
Created to celebrate Penfolds' 150th anniversary in 1994.
Fact 03
The solera system components range from 1960 to 2002.
Fact 04
It's a limited release wine, ensuring age and quality are maintained.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Penfolds Great Grandfather 30 Year Old Rare Tawny is a fortified wine produced using a solera system. Components are drawn from established solera stages and select individual batches of maturing tawny. These selected components undergo further aging in French oak barriques and hogsheads. A neutral spirit, chosen for its power and intensity, is used for fortification. The current solera system contains components with a vintage span from 1960 to 2002, reflecting decades of aging and blending.
