{"title":"Henschke | Barossa Valley","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Collection_Banner_c9d02c5c-6be2-4c95-bc72-cc9fd28b338b.jpg?v=1531591652\" alt=\"Henschke Hill of Grace Vineyard Australia\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe global reputation of \u003cb\u003eHenschke\u003c\/b\u003e is deeply rooted in an extraordinary family legacy that spans over six generations. Based in the beautiful, elevated landscapes of the Eden Valley, this historic estate has been lovingly cared for by the same family since the 1860s. Today, under the guidance of Stephen and Prue Henschke, the property stands as a world leader in environmental preservation, utilizing \u003cb\u003eorganic and biodynamic winemaking\u003c\/b\u003e techniques to nurture their ancient vines. This dedicated, sustainable approach allows the vineyards to thrive naturally, ensuring that every bottle delivers an incredibly pure, expressive, and authentic reflection of this unique cool-climate region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Does Henschke Taste Like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique, high-altitude vineyards of the Eden Valley give these wines a signature character defined by incredible freshness, aromatic elegance, and remarkably silky textures. When you pour a glass of their renowned \u003cb\u003eEden Valley Shiraz\u003c\/b\u003e, it welcomes you with a beautifully complex basket of fresh dark plums, wild blackberries, and a distinct, savory twist of sage and cracked black pepper. The white wines are equally spectacular; their dry Riesling is the ultimate expression of crisp refreshment, bursting with the vivid taste of freshly squeezed lime juice, crunchy green apple, and a clean, mouth-watering finish that leaves the palate feeling completely revitalized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Henschke Icons Can I Buy at Hic!?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection brings together their most famous, historic labels by the single bottle, letting you explore this legendary family portfolio on your own terms. At the ultimate peak sits \u003cb\u003eHenschke Hill of Grace\u003c\/b\u003e, an extraordinary single-vineyard masterpiece sourced from grandfather vines planted around 1860, delivering a breathtakingly deep and svelte display of dark fruits, five-spice, and seamless tannin structure. Right alongside it is \u003cb\u003eHenschke Mount Edelstone\u003c\/b\u003e, a superb centenarian Shiraz first bottled in 1952, celebrated for its earthier, broader frame packed with black cherry, tapenade, and sweet herbal notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an exceptional look at their blending mastery, \u003cb\u003eHenschke Keyneton Euphonium\u003c\/b\u003e combines Shiraz with Cabernet and Merlot to create a plush, delicious waterfall of blackcurrant and cedar. We also stock \u003cb\u003eHenschke Johann's Garden\u003c\/b\u003e, a rich and warming Grenache blend bursting with juicy red fruits and white pepper, alongside \u003cb\u003eHenschke Henry's Seven\u003c\/b\u003e, a vibrant, contemporary red that adds a tiny touch of white Viognier to lift the raspberry fruit and floral aromas beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen Should You Drink It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remarkable balance of bright natural acidity and fine, supple tannins makes these wines incredibly versatile companions at the dining table. While the rare, single-vineyard icons like Hill of Grace and Mount Edelstone have the magnificent structure to sleep peacefully in a cellar for thirty years, the accessible premium range brings immediate pleasure to your glass today. Open a bottle of Henry's Seven or Keyneton Euphonium when you are serving a slow-roasted shoulder of lamb, a thick ribeye steak, or whenever you want a deeply satisfying, elegant red wine to share with friends over a cheeseboard of mature, sharp Cheddar. Because we offer these highly sought-after allocations by the single bottle, you can easily experience these iconic blends without being restricted by rigid multi-case buying rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHENSCHKE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"henschke-henrys-seven","title":"Henschke Henry's Seven 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Henshke Henry's Seven is a Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro and Viognier red wine blend created as a tribute to Henry Evans who planted the first vineyard of seven acres at Keyneton in 1853. Deep garnet in colour Henry's Seven offers a striking bouquet of ripe plum, raspberry, blueberry and notes of blackberry intertwined with savoury notes of cracked black pepper, flowering herbs, fresh tarragon and bay leaf. Dark plum, berry compote, rhubarb and raspberry flavours lead to a peppery mid-palate of vibrant red berry acidity and fine-grained tannins, finishing with lingering flavours of mulberry and black pepper.[#intro]A Barossa interpretation of Rhône red blending Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro \u0026amp; Viognier...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henschke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32203704893507,"sku":"A24HENSCHKEHS-1","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/Henry_sSevenBottle.jpg?v=1605956954"},{"product_id":"henschke-johanns-garden-grenache-shiraz-mataro","title":"Henschke Johann's Garden Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2019\/20","description":"\u003cp\u003eHenschke's Johann's Garden is named as a tribute to the early German Silesian pioneers of the Barossa Valley, many of whom carried the first name of Johann. And also the Barossa growers traditionally referred to their vineyard as their ‘garden’, from the German weingarten. Their traditions and culture have survived to this day, including the winemaking techniques used in this red wine blend of Grenache, Mataro and Shiraz. Each parcel of fruit is hand picked separately and remains so throughout the vinification process. Once in the winery, the best grapes are de-stemmed and lightly crushed, either into small concrete or stainless steel open-top fermenters. The primary fermentation is finished in seasoned French oak barriques and hogshead barrels. The wine matured for 10 months before blending and bottling. Johann's Garden displays bright, lifted aromas of redcurrant, rose-hip and raspberry developing into concentrated baked plum pudding with spicy notes. The soft, luscious palate is complemented by complex flavours of spiced berry compote, raspberry and red liquorice. 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The Barossa hills village of Keyneton, pioneered by pastoralist Joseph Keynes in 1842, was a musical and cultural focus for the early settlers, and was home to the Henschke Family Brass Band, founded in 1888. It featured wind instruments such as a B flat euphonium, a large brass wind instrument, which has been lovingly restored and remains in the Henschke family. Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes were hand harvested in the cool of the morning. Each parcel was picked separately and remained so throughout the vinification process. Once in the winery, the grapes were de-stemmed and lightly crushed, either into small, concrete, open-top fermenters, or small, stainless steel open-top fermenters. After 7-10 days and just prior to reaching dryness, the fermentations were gently pressed to barrel with the primary fermentation finishing in 85% French and 15% American oak hogshead barrels. The wine matured for 18 months before assemblage and bottling, with the wine remaining in bottle for two years before its release. Deep crimson in colour the Keyneton Euphonium displays intense aromas of ripe, spicy redcurrant, plum, rhubarb and blackberry with lifted hints of cassis, violets, sage, bay leaf, black pepper, baking spices and cedar. The palate has excellent depth and structure with plush, ripe dark fruits and a balanced acid line driving the mid-palate and finishing with savoury spice and dried herbs in unison with the elegant, fine grained tannins.[#intro]Henschke's beautiful Barossa composition of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henschke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39989900312643,"sku":"A19HENSCHKEKEYNETON","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/KeynetonBottle.jpg?v=1654438117"},{"product_id":"henschke-the-wheelwright-shiraz","title":"Henschke The Wheelwright Eden Valley Shiraz 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eHenschke's The Wheelwright Shiraz is a single vineyard wine that pays tribute to the founding father of the Henschke winery and vineyards, winemaker Johann Christian Henschke. He was among the first generation of the early Barossa German pioneers of South Australia, and established the family winery in 1868. Johann Christian arrived as a skilled stonemason and wheelwright and planted his first vineyards in the high country of the picturesque Eden Valley. This wine is produced from Old-Vine shiraz planted in 1968, a century later, by fourth-generation Cyril Henschke. Medium garnet in colour with crimson hues, the Wheelwright Shiraz displays lifted aromas of red plum, red currant, blue and black berries, rose hip and black pepper, with notes of bay leaf, sage, crushed flowering herbs, anise and hints of cedar. The palate is rich and plush, deep and concentrated with layers of spicy red cherry and red currant, interwoven with anise and vanilla. Balanced acidity gives freshness and poise, finishing with elegant, velvety fine-grained tannins for a long fruit-driven finish.[#intro]A tribute to Johann Christian Henschke, the founding father of the Henschke winery \u0026amp; vineyards...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henschke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39989923053635,"sku":"A17HENSCHKEWHEELWRIGHT","price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/products\/TheWheelwrightBottle.jpg?v=1654440436"},{"product_id":"henschke-julius-eden-valley-riesling","title":"Henschke 'Julius' Eden Valley Riesling 2023\/25","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn 1966, Cyril Henschke purchased 32 hectares of land on Cranes Range Road, two kilometres west of Henschke Cellars at 500 metres above sea level. Here he planted the Henschke Eden Valley vineyard, predominantly with Riesling and Shiraz, on sandy loam soils over gravel and bedrock, with patches of clay. Other varieties were added over the years. The Henschke 'Julius' Riesling is named after ancestor Julius Henschke, a highly acclaimed artist and sculptor. Fragrant aromas of citrus blossom, white rose petals, lime zest and Kaffir lime leaf, with hints of lemongrass and green peppercorn. A pure and mineral palate with concentrated ripe lime and slate-like acidity with laser focus, balanced by a fine, long, textural finish. 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The red-brown earth over a deep silty loam has excellent moisture-holding capacity for these old, ungrafted, dry-grown vines, which sit at an altitude of 400 metres. Organic and biodynamic practices in the vineyard are supported with under vine mulching and permanent cover crops. Deep crimson with ruby hues. Enchanting aromas of black plum, Dutch cocoa, blackberry, blueberry and cassis, layered with evocative spice notes of star anise, nutmeg, crushed flowering herbs, sage oil and black peppercorn. A fine and elegant palate of complex spiced dark berries, violets and hints of cedar, with refined acidity carrying feathered, velvety tannins for a long and lingering, effortless finish. 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The ancient 500-million-year-old soils are deep red-brown clay-loam to clay, resulting in low yields from over 100 year-old dry-farmed, ungrafted centenarian vines. Organic and biodynamic practices in the vineyard are supported with under-vine mulching and permanent cover crops. Shiraz grapes from the 104-year-old vines were hand harvested in the cool of the morning. Individual blocks of this single vineyard were picked separately and remained so throughout the vinification process until the final blend was made. Once in the winery, the grapes were de-stemmed and lightly crushed into small, concrete, open-top fermenters. The fermentations were controlled with pump-overs being performed twice daily. After 7-10 days and just prior to reaching dryness, the fermentations were gently pressed to barrel with the primary fermentation finishing in 80% French and 20% American oak (19% new and 81% seasoned) hogshead barrels. The wine was aged in barrel for 18 months before blending and bottling. It was then aged for a further three years in bottle prior to its release. Deep crimson in colour Mount Edelstone Shiraz displays fragrant, spicy aromas of black pepper, sage, bay leaf and star anise that are interwoven with vibrant plum, blackberry and blueberry, and gentle notes of tarragon and cedar. The palate is complex and textured with rich and concentrated flavours of mulberry, blackberry and plum, layered with sage, black pepper and star anise. The finish is beautifully balanced, with long, velvety tannins and excellent depth. 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