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Stephen Henscke regards the 2002 vintage as a 'world of its own,' likening it to the cool year of 1959. It produced a remarkably concentrated Hill of Grace Shiraz. Smooth, big, and luxurious. With hints of coffee, port, leathery characters. Integrated vanilla and cedar secondary notes. Dark fruits, chalky tannins persistent through to its long finish.
Stephen Henscke regards the 2002 vintage as a 'world of its own,' likening it to the cool year of 1959. It produced a remarkably concentrated Hill of Grace Shiraz. Smooth, big, and luxurious. With hints of coffee, port, leathery characters. Integrated vanilla and cedar secondary notes. Dark fruits, chalky tannins persistent through to its long finish.
Deep garnet in colour, the 2002 Hill of Grace has an entrancing nose with profound aromas of warm black cherries, crushed blackberries and mulberries plus a touch of wild blueberries and hints of allspice, violets and toast. It is full-bodied, rich and seductive in the mouth, and yet it has lovely poise with a crisp acid line and a medium to firm level of fine-grained tannins plus great length. Delicious now, it will reward the patient and should drink to 2040+.
Holding its hue well; fragrant black fruits with touches of liquorice and spice run through the bouquet, with oak in the background. The medium-bodied palate is feline and focused; very long, finishing with exceptionally fine-grained tannins. Harmonious and elegant, there is no intrusion whatsoever from the alcohol; effortless power. While retail prices always have a degree of elasticity, this wine has overtaken the price of the 02 Penfolds Grange, released at the same time.
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.
The year 2002 goes down as being the coolest, windiest ‘non-summer’ on record, following on from our hottest summer on record in 2001. It was preceded by a wet winter and a spring that was cold, wet and windy – like winter really. The drizzly cold weather affected the flowering and caused poor fruit set, commonly known as ‘hen and chicken’, leading to very little fruit. With the smaller crop level, the balance of sugar, flavour and natural acidity in the fruit were excellent. Despite the pitiful crop, 2002 was one of our most exceptional vintages ever, helped by the warm dry Indian summer autumn period, providing sensational colours, flavours and ageing potential.
Opens with a dusty, terracotta-like bouquet. Turned earth and briar lift. Black cherry, raspberry pip, and black tea.
Medium bodied palate, plenty of tension and poise. Powerful yet concealing its alcohol effortlessly with a crisp acid line and fine grained tannin structure to cradle the well concentrated fruit.
Fine and powdery tannin, finishing with fruit and licorice-like influences. Balanced and elegant.