TASTING NOTES FOR Henschke Johann’s Garden Grenache Blend Barossa Valley 2020

🍷 Appearance
Bright crimson to garnet with vibrant red hues. Medium depth, showing classic Grenache translucency with a lively rim.

👃 Aromas
Fragrant and lifted. Ripe raspberry, red cherry and plum lead, layered with white pepper, anise and dried herbs.
Subtle notes of lavender, rose petal and spice add perfume, while savoury undertones hint at Mataro influence.

👅 Palate
Juicy, medium-bodied and beautifully expressive. Red berries and plum glide across the palate, supported by spice, liquorice and earthy complexity.
The blend (Grenache dominant with Mataro and sometimes a touch of Shiraz) delivers both vibrancy and savoury depth, with excellent balance and drinkability.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Supple and silky with fine, grainy tannins.
A long, gently savoury finish carries red fruit, spice and a subtle herbal edge, with freshness from lively acidity.

🍇 Overall Style
A refined Barossa Rhône-style blend—fragrant, medium-bodied and fruit-driven with a savoury twist.
Combines old-vine concentration with elegance and approachability, offering immediate appeal and solid cellaring potential (10–15+ years).

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, grilled meats, charcuterie or Mediterranean dishes. Also excellent with mushroom-based dishes or aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A beautifully balanced and versatile red that consistently overdelivers.
Perfect for mixed dozens—brings fragrance, freshness and a savoury edge alongside richer Shiraz styles.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷