Penfolds St Henri is a multi-regional South Australian blend, primarily based on shiraz, although it still honours the original style. The wine is matured in seasoned large oak vats for around 15 to 18 months before bottling. St Henri Shiraz possesses a unique stature in the story of Australian wine. With its proven style andaging potential, it is a favourite among Penfolds collectors.

Vintage: 2002

Drinking Window: 2017-2045

Maturation: Unoaked

Oak Type: American

Winemaker: Peter Gago

Total Production Volume: 10000 Bottles

Closure Type: Cork

Vineyard Notes: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale

Vintage Notes: Regular winter rains provided for good vine growth in the Barossa Valley although a cool spring and summer reduced potential yields. A warm dry autumn and careful vineyard management relived the situation and produced smaller than average yields but of excellent quality. McLaren Vale experienced a cool season with late warm weather promoting ripening and a small yet high quality crop.

Ageing: This wine was matured for 14 months in large oak vats.