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    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1997
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1997
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1997
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1997
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1997

    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1997

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      Enticing aromas of sweet, ripe red, and blue fruits, plum jam and leather are complemented by Hill of Grace’s familiar nuances of exotic five spice, herbs and chocolate. It drinks lush and juicy; powerful layers of flavour, texture great. Classic Australian Shriaz, with finesse!

      Comprised of 100% shiraz grapes from pre-phylloxera material brought from Europe by the early settlers in the mid-1800s and grown on the Hill of Grace vineyard in the Eden Valley. Matured in new French and American hogsheads for 21 months prior to blending and bottling.

      Over 180 years ago, Johann Christian Henschke came from Silesia to settle and build his farm in the Eden Valley region. By the time third-generation Paul Alfred Henschke took over the reins in 1914, the now famed Hill of Grace vines were more than 50 years old. The original vines, known as the ‘Grandfathers’, were planted around 1860 by an ancestor, Nicolaus Stanitzki, in rich alluvial soil in a shallow fertile valley just north-west of the Henschke family winery. The red-brown earth grading to deep silty loam has excellent moisture-holding capacity for these dry-grown vines, that sit at an altitude of 400m, with an average rainfall of 520mm. Hill of Grace is a unique, delineated, historic single vineyard that lies opposite a beautiful old Lutheran church.

      Enticing aromas of sweet, ripe red, and blue fruits, plum jam and leather are complemented by Hill of Grace’s familiar nuances of exotic five spice, herbs and chocolate. It drinks lush and juicy; powerful layers of flavour, texture great. Classic Australian Shriaz, with finesse!

      Comprised of 100% shiraz grapes from pre-phylloxera material brought from Europe by the early settlers in the mid-1800s and grown on the Hill of Grace vineyard in the Eden Valley. Matured in new French and American hogsheads for 21 months prior to blending and bottling.

      Over 180 years ago, Johann Christian Henschke came from Silesia to settle and build his farm in the Eden Valley region. By the time third-generation Paul Alfred Henschke took over the reins in 1914, the now famed Hill of Grace vines were more than 50 years old. The original vines, known as the ‘Grandfathers’, were planted around 1860 by an ancestor, Nicolaus Stanitzki, in rich alluvial soil in a shallow fertile valley just north-west of the Henschke family winery. The red-brown earth grading to deep silty loam has excellent moisture-holding capacity for these dry-grown vines, that sit at an altitude of 400m, with an average rainfall of 520mm. Hill of Grace is a unique, delineated, historic single vineyard that lies opposite a beautiful old Lutheran church.

      Maker

      Henschke

      Varietal

      Shiraz

      Country

      Australia

      Region

      Eden Valley

      Vintage

      1997

      ABV

      14.2%

      Bottle size

      750ml

      Trusted by the professionals

      Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1997

      Explosively aromatic and extraordinarily long, this well-balanced wine doesn't show its muscle as much as does its structure to propel the gorgeous flavors. Cherries, berries, earth and mineral notes mingle enticingly, wrapped in a gentle buzz of tannins. A stylish wine that should age well.

      — Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator, 95 Points.

      Ripe, musky, floral and aromatic, bustling with intense, concentrated sweet dark cherry fruit, new chocolate and vanilla oak, built around a tight, integrated backbone of firm tannins.

      — Jeremy Oliver, 95 Points.

      Youthful crimson. Well-knit, rosy nose. More evolved than many and very rich yet structured. Reminds me a little of the wonderful 1986. You can see Australia here but with great finesse. Super clean.

      — Jancis Robinson, 19/20 Points.

      Very good vintage. Medium to deep red/brick-red colour. Sousbois, foresty notes on a slightly fumy, high alcohol bouquet. The palate is smoothly grained and savoury with sandy tannins and a drying nature. The tannins and alcohol slightly out-balancing the fruit.

      — Huon Hooke, The Real Review.

      Henschke

      Henschke is a prestigious, family-owned winery with a rich legacy that spans over 153 years and six generations. Founded in 1862 by Johann Christian Henschke, the winery began with a modest vineyard in Keyneton, South Australia, and has since grown into one of Australia’s most celebrated wine estates. Located in the renowned Eden Valley wine region, Henschke's vineyards extend across some of the most esteemed wine-growing areas, including the Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills. Their acclaimed single-vineyard sites, such as Hill of Grace and Mount Edelstone, are a testament to the family's commitment to producing exceptional, site-specific wines that embody the uniqueness of their terroir.

      The Henschke family’s dedication to excellence has earned them international recognition and accolades. In 2021, they were honoured as Wine Enthusiast’s New World Winery of the Year, further solidifying their global reputation for outstanding craftsmanship. Additionally, Henschke was named Winery of the Year by Halliday Wine Companion, and they proudly carry the Robert Parker Wine Advocate Green Emblem, reflecting their commitment to sustainability and environmentally conscious winemaking practices. With a legacy built on quality and innovation, Henschke continues to shape the future of Australian winemaking while maintaining their foundational values of excellence and respect for the land.

      Tasting notes

      NOSE
      Rose, Foresty notes, Ripe Berries

      Ripe, musky, floral and aromatic, bustling with intense, concentrated sweet dark cherry fruit, new chocolate and vanilla oak.

      PALATE
      Plum Jam, Earth, Minerals

      The palate is smoothly grained and savoury with sandy tannins and a drying nature.

      FINISH
      Cherries, Muscular, Sandalwood

      Cherries, berries, earth and mineral notes mingle enticingly, wrapped in a gentle buzz of tannins. 
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