2006 Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 750ml

A deep ruby color with vibrant red highlights. The wine exudes fragrant and delicate aromas of boysenberry, blueberry, black forest, bramble, and five spice, with subtle hints of violet, sandalwood, leather, and cedar. The palate is rich and concentrated, featuring black plum, cherry, and blue fruits, enhanced by layers of sage, star anise, exotic spices, and black pepper. The velvety, fine-grained tannins provide a long and elegant finish. Varieties: 100% Shiraz Harvest Date: 9 - 13 March Alcohol: 14.5% Vintage rating: Excellent vintage Cellaring potential: Drink now - 2045+ Closure Type: Screwcap Critic tasting note: (2006 vintage) "A complex and lively wine on the nose, this makes a confident impression and has a mix of cedary French and sweeter-smelling American oak. Plenty of red fruits and the trademark five spice of the Hill of Grace vineyard. Some baking spices too, and a whiff of black and lighter pepper. The build of complex spice is stunning and really distinctive, moving through earthy nuances and into more savory elements. The acidity stands up early on the palate, ahead of sweeping and dense fleshy dark-plum and blackberry fruit flavor. A soft rolling thunder of tannins. Elegant yet sturdy and structured palate. Will age slowly and profoundly. It's beautifully balanced, but still very much a wine in the making that should be left alone for some time yet. Aim for 2022 as a starting point." - 97/100, James Suckling