Penfolds Shiraz St. Henri 2015 brand_Domaine Francois Lamarche the Tempest is bottle at

the Tempest is bottle at cask strength (careful

Though it starts with a sweet flavor profile with hints of vanilla and cookie dough

The true essence of plums on the palate

Shows just how massive Pinot Noir can be - yet everything is in proportion

the bouquet fruit-driven and plummy

Penfolds Shiraz St. Henri 2015 brand_Domaine Francois Lamarche the Tempest is bottle atDeep magenta, foreboding core. The nose is Instantly recognizable. First impression Penfolds. Second St Henri. Wafts ascend akin to roasted meats seared crust of venison, game meats. Then a sprinkling of crushed kola nut, star anise, black licorice, quince paste. A further swirl or two unleashes more familial St Henri markers of dark chocolate ganache and a biscotti nuttiness. Palate is complete, no gaps spills across the palate avec a coating of fine