{"product_id":"1986-penfolds-st-henri-shiraz-750ml","title":"1986 Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery high shoulder, minor label stain\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"167\" data-end=\"513\"\u003ePenfolds St Henri is one of Australia’s most distinctive fine wines. First crafted in the early 1950s, St Henri has always stood apart from other premium Shiraz due to its maturation in large, seasoned oak vats rather than new oak barrels. This unique approach highlights fruit purity, savoury complexity, and long-term elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"530\"\u003eThe 1986 vintage was sourced from a selection of Penfolds’ best South Australian vineyard sites, including Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and Coonawarra. This multi-regional philosophy ensures depth, complexity, and balance while showcasing regional nuances of Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"815\"\u003e1986 was an outstanding vintage across South Australia, widely recognised for producing powerful, structured, and long-lived wines. For St Henri, this meant a wine of concentration, richness, and remarkable age-worthiness. Nearly four decades later, the 1986 vintage is regarded as one of the classic St Henri releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eThe 1986 St Henri pours a deep brick-red with garnet reflections, typical of mature Shiraz. The bouquet is layered and complex—dark cherry, plum, and blackberry interwoven with leather, tobacco, earthy spice, and subtle licorice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and savoury, with softened tannins, lingering black fruit, and hints of mocha and truffle. The finish is long, velvety, and deeply satisfying, reflecting both the strength of the vintage and the elegance of the St Henri style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eCritics’ Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e94 points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e95 points – James Halliday\u003cbr data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1751\"\u003eCelebrated for its richness, complexity, and longevity, the 1986 has cemented itself as a benchmark St Henri vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eRegion: Multi-regional South Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eVariety: Shiraz (with a small amount of Cabernet in some vintages)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eAlcohol: ~13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eMaturation: 18 months in large seasoned oak vats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003eDrinking Window: 1995–2030+ (still drinking with elegance if well cellared)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eA Collectible Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eThe 1986 Penfolds St Henri Shiraz is a legendary vintage in the St Henri lineage. Combining power, savoury depth, and graceful maturity, it is a must-have for collectors of classic Australian Shiraz and an exceptional piece of Penfolds’ winemaking heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47060249968875,"sku":"SK43770915","price":399.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1022\/0779\/files\/1986_Penfolds_St_Henri_Shiraz_750ml.png?v=1763079844","url":"https:\/\/lionscellar.com.au\/products\/1986-penfolds-st-henri-shiraz-750ml","provider":"Lion's Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}