1998 Penfolds St Henri Shiraz 750ml

Critic tasting note: (1998 vintage) "This is arguably Penfold's "purest" expression of Shiraz: it is made in 50-year-old 1,460-litre casks, not barriques, and sees no barrel ageing. Until the 1980's St-Henri sold for exactly the same price as Grange, it's oakier cousin. This has a very, very deep colour. It is concentrated and terrifically sweet, with an old wood character that is shiny and nutty, reminiscent of polished old wood and chestnut. The fruit is sweet and black, with cassis and damson, some tarry, mulberry quality too. Beautiful palate: sweet and shimmering like black silk with cassis and ripe summer berries, underpinned by chocolaty depth. Grippy tannins and good acidity add backbone. Great length and a fine wine." - 92/100, Tom Cannavan Drinking Window: 2002-2028