Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz 2017 (Gift Boxed)

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Product Description:A Shiraz of quiet authority — Penfolds St Henri lets the fruit do the talking. First released in the 1950s, Penfolds St Henri remains a purist’s alternative to the oak-laden power of Grange. Matured exclusively in seasoned large-format vats, this 2017 vintage is a masterclass in restraint and structure. Plush yet savoury, it reveals dark fruit, charcuterie notes and a silken palate without a trace of new oak. Drawn from key South Australian regions—including McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Eden Valley and Port Lincoln—this multi-regional blend benefits from a long, cool growing season. The result is a medium-bodied Shiraz with striking aromatic lift, generous texture, and the potential to evolve for decades. Packaged in a sleek gift box, it’s a standout choice for collectors or any serious Australian red drinker. Tasting NotesNOSE– Savoury and expressiveCherry liqueur, dried herbs and notes of cured meat with touches of cranberry and mocha. PALATE– Silky and composedPolished tannins carry flavours of black olive, coffee and layered dark fruit, balanced by brisk acidity. FINISH– Persistent and poisedTangy red berries and fine tannins drive a long, textural finish. Reviews & AccoladesThe cool, extended growing season of 2017 has given birth to a St Henri of multi-faceted complexity, contrasting tangy red berry fruits and mixed spice with hints of charcuterie, set against a backdrop of understated mocha. This is a vintage that plays to the classic tone and mood of this label, where detail and fruit are the mandate, a refreshing counterpoint to the Penfolds regime of density, tannins and oak. Tangy acidity and fine, supple fruit tannins drive a finish of excellent persistence.. – Tyson Stelzer, Wine Business Magazine, 95 Points (2021) Finer Details Style – Red Wine Varietal – Shiraz 97%, Cabernet Sauvignon 3% Country – Australia Region – Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Eden Valley, Port Lincoln Vintage – 2017 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 14.5%