Shiraz from the esteemed 107-year-old single vineyard in Eden Valley, farmed organically and biodynamically. Matured in French (80/20% new) and American (20%) oak for 18 months. Tiny yields due to adverse weather during budburst and flowering, with only 5.5 tons harvested. Pure blackberry and black cherry, sage, pepper, rosehip, crushed stone, cedar tones, tobacco, and pan juice glimpses. Superfine savory tannins and a graceful, long finish.

Henschke is Australia's leading medium-sized wine producer, with Stephen and Prue Henschke enhancing its already prestigious reputation. They have steadily introduced labels for single vineyards, varieties, and blends, primarily from Eden Valley, Barossa Valley, and Adelaide Hills. Their focused approach avoids regions like McLaren Vale and Coonawarra. Recognition as Winery of the Year in the '21 Companion was long overdue. A founding member of Australia's First Families of Wine, Prue Henschke is the inaugural inductee to the James Halliday Hall of Fame.

Halliday Rating: 98 points