Penfolds St Henri Shiraz (Gift Box) 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Penfolds
Label Name:
 
St Henri Shiraz (Gift Box)
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
South Australia (McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, Padthaway, Wrattonbully, The Peninsulas)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Shiraz (Syrah) 100%
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Major reviews: James Suckling 97, Wine Advocate 96+, Decanter 96, Vinous ~95, Wine Spectator 94; multiple top scores and listed in critics' top Australian releases

Tasting Note
Dense black and blue fruits (blackberry, plum) with graphite, dark chocolate, tar and spice. Silky texture, fine chalky tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast beef, slow‑braised short ribs, lamb chops, venison, beef stew. Asian: Korean BBQ (galbi), char siu, spicy Sichuan beef, beef rendang, teriyaki/grilled yakitori.

Production Method
Fermented from Shiraz fruit sourced across South Australia; matured ~12 months in large, seasoned (50+ year) oak vats with no new oak influence; bottled under screwcap.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Penfolds (Magill Estate). St Henri is a historic Penfolds label (revived 1957), sourcing premium Shiraz from multiple South Australian regions for an age-worthy, fruit-driven style.