Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 2018 Red Wine 750 mL

Description

Deep ruby with hints of ruby hues, this wine entices with ethereal and exotic aromas of blackberry, blood plum, and an array of enticing spices like star anise, clove, fennel seed, cinnamon, and black pepper. Subtle notes of bay leaf and crushed flowering herbs add further complexity. The palate is rich, deep, and powerful, revealing a core of supple blackberry and blueberry fruit intertwined with spice and pepper. Fine acidity provides balance, leading to a long and elegant finish characterized by velvety tannins.

The 2018 vintage experienced favorable conditions, with a moderately wet winter and average spring, leading to healthy vine growth. Ideal flowering in late spring/early summer set the stage for near-average yields. Warm and dry weather in late December ensured healthy canopies, and the summer months were characterized by warmth and dryness, benefiting the old-vine vineyards. March and April brought light and warmth, allowing for full and balanced grape maturity. With pristine, healthy grapes, the 2018 vintage stands out as one of the decade’s highlights, a fitting celebration of 150 years of family winemaking.