{"title":"Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003eItalian wines, from varied terroirs and age-old traditions, offer an incomparable diversity. From Tuscany to Puglia, via Piedmont and Veneto, each region brings its own character. Iconic grape varieties like Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and Barbera create complex red wines, while Pinot Grigio and Vermentino offer fresh and aromatic whites. Perfect for food and wine pairings, Italian wines are a wonderful accompaniment to traditional Italian dishes and international cuisines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"penfolds-bin-389-1979-cabernet-shiraz-south-australia","title":"Penfolds \"Bin 389\" 1979 - Cabernet - Shiraz - South Australia","description":"\u003ch3\u003ePenfolds Bin 389 1979 vintage: A Mythical Relic, Unique in the World\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Estate: Penfolds, the Absolute Legend of the New World\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1844 by Dr. Christopher Rawson Penfolds, Penfolds is the central pillar of Australian wine history. It propelled New World wines to the top of the global hierarchy. Thanks to the genius of its first chief winemaker, Max Schubert, the estate created a unique style based on multi-vineyard and multi-region blending (notably Barossa Valley and Coonawarra). The estate's wines, characterized by monumental power and an almost immortal aging potential, are now fiercely contested at premium prices in the world's largest auctions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Cuvée: Bin 389, the Mythical \"Baby Grange\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBin 389 is undoubtedly one of Australia's most famous red wines. Composed of an elite blend combining Cabernet Sauvignon (for structure and straightness) and Shiraz (for opulence and fruit), it has earned the affectionate nickname \"Baby Grange\". Indeed, this wine has the historical particularity of being aged in second-fill American oak barrels that previously held the legendary Penfolds Grange in the previous vintage. The result is a wine of aristocratic complexity, sumptuous texture, and sovereign longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Historic 1979 Bottle: A Collector's Item with a \"Flat Bottom\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1979 bottle is a true testament to Penfolds' industrial and viticultural heritage. Connoisseurs will appreciate the vintage bottle format with its \"flat bottom\" (without a deep punt), characteristic of the original glassworks' molds of that era—a highly vintage and sought-after detail. Currently, this bottle stands as the only one of this vintage available for sale worldwide. To open or own this bottle is to touch absolute exclusivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBottle condition:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLevel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent | \u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect | \u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly torn (normal wear and tear due to age) but perfectly legible and identifiable | \u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent state of preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraceability, Provenance, and Authenticity Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purchase of such rare bottles demands complete transparency. A rigorous analysis of this bottle's dressing scientifically confirms its historical authenticity. The vintage label bears the original mention of the official French importer (Maison EDEC-LEFORT, Paris), linked to a blue \"Marianne\" fiscal stamp (foreign wines) marked with department 21, attesting to its legal customs clearance upon its arrival in Europe. Originating from a prestigious private Champagne cellar where it rested reverently for many years, this unique bottle benefited from clinical and optimal aging conditions, as evidenced by its exceptionally perfect liquid level for a 1979 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Profile and Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep, dense brick red, adorned with magnificent tile reflections and an amber brilliance that highlights a noble evolution of over 45 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e An enchanting, complex, and profoundly tertiary bouquet. Intense aromas of cigar box, cedar, precious leather, black tea leaves, old licorice, mocha, and subtle notes of roasted meat and sweet spices typical of aged American oak mingle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The attack is remarkably velvety. The palate impresses with its lingering concentration: the Cabernet tannins are completely melted, integrated into a silky texture carried by the roundness of the Shiraz. A remarkable freshness keeps the wine upright, extending to an interminable finish of undergrowth and oriental spices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e An absolute wine for contemplation. It will grandly accompany a beef Wellington, a slow-cooked confit lamb shoulder, a roasted partridge, or a wild duck with sweet spices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Penfolds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54207525585235,"sku":"PB1979A","price":379.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/9686\/6131\/files\/Penfolds_Bin_389_-_1979_-_Cabernet-Shiraz_-_SouthAustralia_1.jpg?v=1783255825"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/9686\/6131\/collections\/Collection_vins_Australie.png?v=1783254174","url":"https:\/\/www.wineuponatime.com\/en\/collections\/italie-copie.oembed","provider":"Wine Upon A Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}