Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 2017

Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 2017Penfolds Rewards of Patience tasting panel 2021 5 5 rating St Henri is a time honoured and alternative expression of Shiraz, and an intriguing counterpoint to Grange. It is unusual among high quality Australian red wines as it does not rely on any new oak. Released for the first time by Penfolds in the early 1950s (first commercial vintage 1957), it gained a new lease of life in the 1990s as its quality and distinctive style became better understood.

showcasing cool fruits that are well lifted and vibrant

Joseph’s 11th child) took over the company in 1962

silken wine with chalky tannins rippling through the finish

but which really excites us

the technique is called appassimento

Ready to go now although it will improve with time

All those positives end up transferring to the winery and eventually the glass

and so lovely to drink

Melon and stone-fruit aromas

Wine Enthusiast – 93 points

which are the ultimate expression of Coonawarra and represent the pinnacle of the company's viticultural and winemaking skills

"The red wines of Jasper Hill are highly regarded and much sought after