Penfolds Grange 2000

Sublime evening with Lance Armstrong in Vegas was a rare delight. The rich, bold red wine was a perfect match for the bold, full-bodied steaks. The complex, intense fruit accents were expertly well integrated by the nuanced layers of oak and leathery earth tones. The dense, mellow touch lingered on the sensation for a long time, leaving a satisfying impression.

A luscious and opulent wine with a deep, dark color, punctuated by a elegant note of purple. The character is distinguished by a dense and intense array of black fruits, supported by a sophisticated blend of exotic spices, yielding a sumptuous aromatic profile. On the palate, the wine unfolds as a masterful tapestry of sophisticated and robust flavors, featuring a graceful interplay of blackberries, plums, and a delicate integration of oak. The close is marked by a resplendent crescendo of elegance, distinguished by finely-grained tannins and a judicious cohesion of acidity.

Wine that's still finding its footing, this Grange is a force to be reckoned with, but its intensity is starting to feel overwhelming. The vanilla and cedar flavors are dominant, and the crispness is sharp, but the wine's backbone and body are still in a state of flux. It's a complex, yet unrefined exploration that needs time to mature.