A time-honoured, Old‑World‑style Shiraz from Penfolds, crafted since the 1950s as a more restrained alternative to Grange. Made from predominantly Shiraz with occasional small amounts of Cabernet, it matures in large seasoned oak vats (no new oak), emphasizing pure fruit, spice, and savoury complexity.

Appearance: Deep, inky blood-red core with garnet/highlighted edges; richly dense yet elegant.

Nose: Complex aromatics include wild blackberry, blueberry, mulberry, black olive, mustard-spiced rocket, parsley, eggplant, cut-rhubarb, toasted pumpkin seeds, leather, mocha, pipe tobacco, and flinty pencil/mineral tones.

Taste: Full-bodied yet refined: stone fruits, dark berry compote, savoury charcuterie elements, olive brine, liquorice root. Fine, tactile tannins with fresh acidity and mineral grip, framed in an umami‑savoury profile.

Finish: Long-lasting and polished, with lingering dark fruit, savoury spice, graphite nuances, and velvety tannins—a testament to fruit and terroir rather than oak.

Food Pairings: Excellent with grilled lamb, roast beef, game meats, slow-cooked stews, rich mushroom dishes, and mature cheeses—especially those that complement its savoury, umami depth.

About the Producer: Penfolds, established in 1844 by Christopher and Mary Penfold on Adelaide’s Magill Estate, remains Australia’s most historic and revered winery. St Henri was first crafted in the early 1950s and revived in the 1990s to showcase a Shiraz style that relies on robust fruit character and aged oak vats rather than new oak influence. The wine is a multi-regional blend sourced primarily from Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, and Eden Valley, ferments in stainless steel, then matures for ~12 months in large seasoned oak vats to allow finesse and texture to emerge naturally. Chief winemaker Peter Gago continues the tradition of crafting St Henri as a nuanced, cellar-worthy Shiraz—with aging potential into the 2030s, especially from strong vintages.