The Stone Jar Tempranillo 2023 pays tribute to the legacy of the Henschke family while celebrating the connection to the land and heritage. Named after Stephen and Prue’s grandson, Bosco Nicolas Henschke, who passed away in 2019, this wine is an emotional and memorable tribute to both the family’s history and the varietal’s Spanish roots. With fruit sourced from the Eden Valley Vineyard, on rocky soils at the source of the North Para River, the tempranillo vines were planted from 2000 onwards, continuing the Henschke family’s deep ties to fine winemaking.
The name “Stone Jar” harkens back to the German Silesian tradition of storing wine in stone jars, or krugs, and serves as a nod to Stephen’s grandfather, Paul Alfred, who sold wine in these distinctive jars. The Stone Jar Tempranillo showcases the family’s dedication to crafting wines that express the unique terroir of the Eden Valley while also honouring family history and tradition. The 2023 vintage reflects a challenging year with cool weather leading to slow ripening, which allowed for exceptional flavour development and vibrant acidity. This wine epitomises the balance of tradition and modern winemaking.
The Stone Jar Tempranillo 2023 pays tribute to the legacy of the Henschke family while celebrating the connection to the land and heritage. Named after Stephen and Prue’s grandson, Bosco Nicolas Henschke, who passed away in 2019, this wine is an emotional and memorable tribute to both the family’s history and the varietal’s Spanish roots. With fruit sourced from the Eden Valley Vineyard, on rocky soils at the source of the North Para River, the tempranillo vines were planted from 2000 onwards, continuing the Henschke family’s deep ties to fine winemaking.
The name “Stone Jar” harkens back to the German Silesian tradition of storing wine in stone jars, or krugs, and serves as a nod to Stephen’s grandfather, Paul Alfred, who sold wine in these distinctive jars. The Stone Jar Tempranillo showcases the family’s dedication to crafting wines that express the unique terroir of the Eden Valley while also honouring family history and tradition. The 2023 vintage reflects a challenging year with cool weather leading to slow ripening, which allowed for exceptional flavour development and vibrant acidity. This wine epitomises the balance of tradition and modern winemaking.