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    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016
    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016

    Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016

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      The Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016 stands as Australia’s most revered single-vineyard wine, a benchmark of terroir expression and craftsmanship that bridges six generations of the Henschke family. First bottled in 1958, Hill of Grace is drawn from a small, historic vineyard opposite the Gnadenberg Lutheran Church in the Eden Valley, its name translating poetically to “Hill of Grace.”

      The vineyard itself is a living museum of Australian viticulture. Ungrafted, dry-grown Shiraz vines, some planted in the 1860s, thrive in the loamy soils and deep red-brown earth over clay and decomposed granite. At 400 metres elevation, the site’s cool climate and long ripening season create wines of natural balance, dense yet lifted, structured yet graceful. Each of the pre-phylloxera vines, carefully nurtured by Prue Henschke’s biodynamic viticulture, yields only a handful of berries, concentrated in flavour and rich in heritage.

      The 2016 vintage was shaped by a warm, dry season followed by cool ripening conditions, yielding fruit of outstanding purity and poise. The resulting wine captures the paradox at the heart of Hill of Grace: power rendered with restraint, generosity balanced by grace.

      The Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016 stands as Australia’s most revered single-vineyard wine, a benchmark of terroir expression and craftsmanship that bridges six generations of the Henschke family. First bottled in 1958, Hill of Grace is drawn from a small, historic vineyard opposite the Gnadenberg Lutheran Church in the Eden Valley, its name translating poetically to “Hill of Grace.”

      The vineyard itself is a living museum of Australian viticulture. Ungrafted, dry-grown Shiraz vines, some planted in the 1860s, thrive in the loamy soils and deep red-brown earth over clay and decomposed granite. At 400 metres elevation, the site’s cool climate and long ripening season create wines of natural balance, dense yet lifted, structured yet graceful. Each of the pre-phylloxera vines, carefully nurtured by Prue Henschke’s biodynamic viticulture, yields only a handful of berries, concentrated in flavour and rich in heritage.

      The 2016 vintage was shaped by a warm, dry season followed by cool ripening conditions, yielding fruit of outstanding purity and poise. The resulting wine captures the paradox at the heart of Hill of Grace: power rendered with restraint, generosity balanced by grace.

      Maker

      Henschke

      Varietal

      Shiraz

      Country

      Australia

      Region

      Eden Valley, South Australia

      Vintage

      2016

      ABV

      14.5%

      Bottle size

      750ml

      Trusted by the professionals

      Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2016

      Such effortless grace and caressing elegance, in the presence of commanding endurance that will sustain it for half a century

      — Tyson Stelzer, Halliday Wine Companion, 99 Points

      Perfectly layered tannins, stunning complexity and extraordinary old vine depth

      — James Suckling, 100 Points

      Harmonious, powerful but perfectly proportioned

      — Sarah Ahmed, Decanter, 99 Points

      Rich and luxurious, yet balanced by freshness and structure

      — Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast, 97 Points

      Intense, mineral, deeply structured — destined for greatness

      — Jancis Robinson MW, 98 Points

      Henschke

      Henschke is one of Australia's most prestigious and historic wineries, with over 153 years and six generations of family ownership. Located in Keyneton, South Australia, within the renowned Eden Valley wine region, Henschke has built a legacy of crafting premium wines, including its iconic single-vineyard wines, Hill of Grace and Mount Edelstone. Since 1862, the Henschke family has cultivated exceptional vineyards in the Eden Valley, Barossa Valley, and Adelaide Hills, with a focus on quality, sustainability, and innovation.

      Stephen and Prue Henschke, the fifth-generation winemaker and viticulturist team, have led the winery since 1979, restoring native vegetation and adopting organic and biodynamic vineyard practices. The sixth generation, led by Johann Henschke, continues to honour the traditions of the past while embracing modern winemaking techniques to ensure Henschke remains a leader in fine wine production.

      Henschke's commitment to sustainability and excellence has garnered numerous accolades, including the Wine Enthusiast's New World Winery of the Year (2021) and the Halliday Wine Companion's Winery of the Year. The winery has also been recognised with the Robert Parker Wine Advocate Green Emblem, highlighting its dedication to environmentally conscious practices.

      Tasting notes

      NOSE
      Profoundly complex

      Layers of blackberry, mulberry and dark plum with notes of sage, black olive, dried herbs, five-spice, mocha and earth. Subtle touches of vanilla and smoke.

      PALATE
      Concentrated yet graceful

      A rich core of black and red berries framed by savoury spice and herbal depth. Oak is finely woven, with vibrant acidity and firm, textural tannins providing structure

      FINISH
      Long and enduring

      Persistent flavours of fruit, spice and mineral complexity carry with lasting tannins that will soften and integrate over time