PenfoldsSt Henri Shiraz 2019

Product code: 19165
£89.20 inc VAT
£535.20 / case of 6
Limited Stock: (7 btls)
Australia
Red Wine from
South Australia, Australia
Country
Country: Australia
Region
Region: South Australia
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Penfolds
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 95% Shiraz/Syrah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
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Country
Country: Australia
Region
Region: South Australia
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Penfolds
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 95% Shiraz/Syrah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Nose - A wine that immediately invokes interest – its nose endearingly captivating/enticing/intriguing. Fruits propelled from glass – black cherry, mulberry, blackcurrant, boysenberry … and more. A subliminal waft of star anise and savoury spices (not sweet) hover above. With air/decant a perfumed zabaglione / crème anglaise / eggnog ‘creaminess’ also ascends. Palate - Instant delivery, demands attention. Engulfs palate ... ever so deftly. No intimidation. A pure-fruited retronasal continuum from the first sniff to the post-ingestion back-palate. No gaps – call it saturation or density/compaction sans ‘bigness’ – apportioned correctly. Red and dark-fruited, a compote of fresh prune and quince. 2016 + tempered shiraz + House Style + Penfolds = an assured St Henri collectable.

Product Notes

Penfolds St Henri Shiraz is an exquisite Australian red wine, enticing both experts and novices alike. Its complex bouquet offers a medley of ripe plum and blackberry aromas, with subtle hints of chocolate and spices. The palate is marvelously full-bodied, presenting seamless, velvety tannins and a seductively long finish. Despite its generous fruit profile, the wine is not overtly oaked instead retaining an elegant freshness. Matured for a minimum of 12 months, St Henri Shiraz ages remarkably well, its character continuously evolving and captivating over time. An sterling choice for lovers of bold, refined wines.

About the Winery

Penfolds

Established in the heart of Adelaide in 1844, Penfolds winery is one of Australia's oldest and most renowned wine-producing estates. Over the centuries, this impressive winery has crafted an invincible reputation for producing wines of exceptional quality, notably its world-famous Grange and St. Henri Shiraz.

Thomas Penfold and his wife Mary embarked on wine production at their Magill Estate after immigrating from England. Penfold’s initial intention was to craft fortified wines in the style of those he admired in Europe, specifically, his cherished homeland. However, over time the potential for producing quality table wines was realised and Penfolds has since become a global icon.

Among the winery's remarkable collections, the most celebrated offering is undeniably the 'Penfolds Grange'. This Shiraz wine, crafted by the pioneering winemaker Max Schubert is among the most coveted and enduring labels on the global wine stage. Known for its rich intensity and remarkable longevity the Grange is synonymous with prestige in the world of wine.

Nestled amongst the rolling Adelaide Hills, the winery is a sight to behold. With its distinctive historic charm, juxtaposed with cutting-edge wine-making techniques, Penfolds has managed to maintain an enchanting balance of tradition and innovation. Visitors are greeted by lush vineyards, meticulously tended to ensure the production of quality grapes. A walk through the Penfolds cellar door is an immersion into history; as each stone and barrel tell tales of wine craftsmanship honed over centuries.

What's interesting however, is Penfolds winery's firm belief in multi-regional blending. Unlike most wineries who staunchly adhere to single-vineyard or single-region wines, Penfolds uses grapes from various regions across the country. To the experts at Penfolds, the synergy resulting from the blend ensures a profound depth and complexity of flavour that simply cannot be achieved otherwise.

In conclusion, Penfolds winery is an iconic cornerstone of the Australian wine industry. A visit to this elegant estate, is not merely about tasting wines of world class quality, but also accompanied by a journey through a labyrinth of history and the passionate narrative of a craft perfected over time. A haven for wine connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike!

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