TASTING NOTES FOR Henschke Hill Of Grace Shiraz Gift Box Eden Valley 2018

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with vibrant ruby hues. Powerful and concentrated, yet refined and luminous in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly complex and captivating. Blackberry, blueberry and mulberry lead, layered with violets, heather and lifted spice.
Intriguing notes of sage, five spice, pepper, graphite, dark chocolate and subtle charcuterie add remarkable depth.

👅 Palate
Seamless, intense and beautifully composed. Plush dark berries and blue fruits flow effortlessly across the palate, supported by spice, herbs and mineral undertones.
Concentration is profound yet never heavy—showing precision, balance and harmony throughout.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky, svelte and impeccably structured.
Cashmere-like tannins and fine acidity drive an extraordinarily long finish, with lingering spice, florals and dark fruit persistence.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark vintage of Hill of Grace—elegant, powerful and effortlessly complex.
Combines incredible fruit depth with finesse and structure, destined to evolve over 40–50+ years in the cellar.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Best reserved for premium dishes—wagyu beef, roast lamb, venison or slow-braised meats. Equally stunning with aged cheeses or enjoyed on its own as a true icon wine.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A legendary Australian Shiraz and a must-have centrepiece for any ultra-premium dozen.
This is Hill of Grace at its finest—power, elegance and longevity in perfect harmony.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷