The Top 10 Wines of 1995
Jan 17, 2002
Wine of the Year 1995
Penfolds Shiraz South Australia Grange 1990
Amazingly ripe, rich and opulent, with layers of earthy currant, black
cherry and anise flavors that are smooth and supple. The silky texture
leads into a long, lingering aftertaste that offers echoes of fruit. The tannins
are fine but substantial enough to age. Best from 1997 through 2005.
| Rank | Wine | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | PENFOLDS Shiraz South Australia Grange 1990 | 97 | $100 |
| #2 | CAYMUS Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Special Selection 1991 | 99 | $100 |
| #3 | THE HESS COLLECTION Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 1992 | 94 | $18 |
| #4 | FONSECA Vintage Port 1992 | 96 | $45 |
| #5 | COMTE GEORGES DE VOGÜÉ Musigny Cuvée Vieilles Vignes 1993 | 96 | $140 |
| #6 | ZACA MESA Syrah Santa Barbara County Zaca Vineyards 1993 | 94 | $13 |
| #7 | CAMPOGIOVANNI Brunello di Montalcino 1990 | 95 | $43 |
| #8 | KISTLER Chardonnay Sonoma Valley Kistler Vineyard 1992 | 94 | $40 |
| #9 | BERINGER Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Private Reserve 1992 | 95 | $45 |
| #10 | TRIMBACH Riesling Alsace Cuvée Frédéric Emile 1990 | 96 | $27 |
