{"product_id":"1973-penfolds-st-henri-shiraz-750ml","title":"1973 Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Very high shoulder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"660\"\u003ePenfolds St Henri Shiraz is one of Australia’s most enduring and distinguished red wines, first released in the early 1950s. Unlike most of Penfolds’ flagship reds, St Henri matures in large seasoned oak vats rather than new barrels—preserving fruit purity, natural structure, and elegance over overt oak influence. It stands as a timeless counterpoint to Grange, emphasising grace over power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eThe 1973 vintage was sourced from select Shiraz vineyards across South Australia, including McLaren Vale, Barossa Valley, and Coonawarra. Each parcel was chosen for its concentration and aromatic profile, then vinified and matured for 12–18 months in large, old oak vats, allowing the varietal and regional characters to harmonise naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e1973 was a warm and generous growing season, producing Shiraz of ample fruit weight and early approachability. While it lacked the density of cooler, later vintages, careful cellaring has allowed well-preserved bottles of St Henri to reveal remarkable tertiary complexity, savoury evolution, and classic Penfolds balance after five decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eNow fully mature, the 1973 St Henri opens with aromas of dried plum, leather, cedar, tobacco leaf, and spice. The palate is soft and silken, showing flavours of stewed blackberry, mocha, and earth, integrated with mellow tannins and a gentle acid line. The finish is long, warm, and savoury, reflecting the soulful maturity of this half-century-old Penfolds icon. Well-stored bottles continue to display surprising vitality and aromatic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eCritics’ Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eLangton’s Classification:\u003c\/em\u003e “Outstanding”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eWine Ark Review:\u003c\/em\u003e Noted for its longevity, savoury evolution, and enduring charm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eRegion: Multi-regional blend – primarily Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and Coonawarra\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eVariety: Shiraz (with a small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon in select parcels)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2206\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003eAlcohol: ~13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2277\"\u003eMaturation: 12–18 months in large seasoned oak vats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2278\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eDrinking Window: 1985–2030 (still drinking well if well-cellared)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eA Collectible Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eThe 1973 Penfolds St Henri Shiraz is a rare and remarkable piece of Australian wine history. With five decades of graceful evolution, it offers an evocative expression of Penfolds’ heritage and winemaking philosophy—combining subtlety, maturity, and timeless elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47060243611883,"sku":"SK99114776","price":599.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1022\/0779\/files\/1973_Penfolds_St_Henri_Shiraz_750ml_d148e889-fb6d-49c2-98d9-1403e1648854.jpg?v=1763079725","url":"https:\/\/lionscellar.com.au\/products\/1973-penfolds-st-henri-shiraz-750ml","provider":"Lion's Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}