Penfolds St Henri-Cork Closure 2018 (1x75cl)

St Henri is Penfolds' quieter sibling to Grange — same Shiraz-led South Australian fruit, but aged in large, old oak vats instead of new barrels, so the wood stays in the background. It's the kind of bottle that suits a proper sit-down dinner rather than a quick pour.

Good for a client gift or a family meal where you want something serious without shouting about it.

Tasting notes

Shiraz from South Australia typically shows dark berry fruit, a savoury, earthy edge and smooth tannins, with the long oak ageing usually adding a soft, rounded finish rather than heavy oak spice.