St Henri Shiraz Penfolds Grange St Henri Shiraz 50

Barossa ValleyMcLaren ValePort LincolnRobePadthawayClare Valley Adelaide Hills

Shiraz

14.5%

750

1,460 15 18

(Robert Parker’s rating: 97 points)
2018 St Henri Shiraz 1976 1986 2018

(James Suckling’s rating: 99 points)
St Henri Barossa Valley

The St Henri Shiraz series is one of Penfolds most traditional and iconic expressions. Unlike the flagship Grange, St Henri is matured in large seasoned oak vats rather than new barrels, allowing the pure character of Shiraz to shine. Since its release in the 1950s, it has been celebrated for its elegance, depth, and longevity, reflecting the harmony of Australias multi-regional terroirs. St Henri wines are approachable in their youth, yet reveal remarkable complexity and aging potential over time, making them a timeless benchmark in the Penfolds portfolio.

Origin:
Multi-regional blend, including Barossa ValleyMcLaren ValePort LincolnRobePadthawayClare Valley Adelaide Hills

Country of Origin:
Australia

Type:
Red/Rouge (Still)

Grape Varieties:
Shiraz

Alcohol Content:
14.5%

Volume:
750mL

Vinification:
Matured in seasoned large oak vats for around 15 to 18 months before bottling.

Tasting Notes:
(Robert Parker’s rating: 97 points)
The 2018 St Henri Shiraz is a terrific effort, perhaps rivaling the top-flight wines under this label in 1976 and 1986. Remarkably fine and silky in texture yet simultaneously dense and concentrated, it showcases the amazing fruit harvested in 2018. Boysenberry, mulberry and mocha shadings all swirl together effortlessly in a whorl of full-bodied elegance, finishing long and effortless.

(James Suckling’s rating: 99 points)
A great St. Henri and, although multi-regional, this is very much a wine that speaks of the Barossa Valley, with aromas of ripe blackberries and red plums that are so fresh, together with tobacco, young-leather, earth, chocolate, coal-smoke and tarry accents. Effortless depth on the palate with summer berries, framed in fine, alabaster-like tannins that are underscored with discreet power. So long and captivating. A blend of Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Port Lincoln, Robe, Padthaway, Clare Valley and Adelaide Hills. Drink over the next decade or more.