TASTING NOTES FOR Henschke The Rose Grower Nebbiolo Eden Valley 2022

🍷 Appearance
Pale garnet with brick-red hues. Light in colour yet vibrant and expressive, true to the Nebbiolo style.

👃 Aromas
Beautifully perfumed and lifted. Raspberry and red cherry lead, intertwined with dried rose petal, rosehip and crushed herbs.
Subtle notes of bergamot, spice and earthy nuances add complexity and classic varietal character.

👅 Palate
Bright, fresh and finely structured. Red cherry and cranberry fruits sit at the core, layered with savoury elements of fennel, liquorice and dried herbs.
The wine shows excellent tension, with vibrant acidity driving precision and length.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Fine, savoury and elegantly structured.
Nebbiolo’s signature tannins are present but refined, carrying a long, gently drying finish with lingering red fruit, spice and floral notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Australian Nebbiolo—fragrant, savoury and medium-bodied with finesse and structure.
More about elegance and perfume than power, offering immediate drinkability with the ability to evolve over the medium term.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with charcuterie, duck, mushroom dishes, slow-cooked lamb or Italian classics like pasta ragu. Also excellent with truffle or aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A beautifully perfumed and slightly left-field red that adds sophistication to any dozen.
Perfect for mixed dozens—brings savoury complexity, food-friendliness and something a little different alongside Shiraz and Cabernet.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷