Penfolds, St. Henri Shiraz other_regions_italy grainy tannins

grainy tannins

This has great potential

it still is pretty intense

Cherry and blackberry aromas rise to the front with lingering tones of smoke

incense and smoky Indian spices

Penfolds, St. Henri Shiraz other_regions_italy grainy tanninsThis is an incredibly deep colour, which belies its age. Even more impressive is the fulsome nose of iris, crme de cassis and raspberries. The palate is wonderfully complex and moreish, with flavours of liquorice, rosemary, violets, leather and sublime red and black fruits. It has wonderful intensity, drive, definition, generosity of texture and balance, remaining incredibly young and primary and only just beginning to hit its stride. A truly