Picking began two weeks later than usual and a mild period of ripening finished with the last grapes being picked in the first week of May. A wet 2016 winter gave us a good foundation for a cool, wet and windy spring, with spring temperatures approximately 2C below average. Wet soil, combined with cooler temperatures resulted in slow shoot development, however the lack of stress in the vines meant that the flowers developed well. Favourable weather during flowering resulted in good fruit set. A mild summer with regular rainfall events followed, which allowed the grapes to reach full physiological maturity. The significant rainfall events largely missed the valley and the fruit was harvested in healthy condition. As always, careful hand picking in the vineyard and sorting of grapes as they were crushed made sure that quality was not compromised. 2017 was a classic vintage for Henschke, with well-balanced wines exhibiting beautiful fragrance, spice, purity and elegance,.

Bright, lifted aromas of red currant, reship and raspberry develop into concentrated baked plum pudding with notes of anise, nutmeg, mace and a hint of white pepper.

The soft, luscious palate is complemented by complex flavours of spiced berry compote, raspberry and red liquorice that fill the mouth. An elegant style with fine, velvety tannins and balanced acidity.

Crimson with garnet hues.

Grenache, mature and shiraz vilified separately. Matured in seasoned French hogsheads for 10 months prior to blending and bottling.