Henschke is an Australian winery based in the Barossa Valley and Eden Valley regions of South Australia. The family-owned estate operates vineyards across both valleys, taking advantage of the distinct terroir each region offers for different grape varieties and wine styles.

The Barossa and Eden Valleys represent two of Australia's most significant wine regions, with the warmer Barossa Valley floor particularly suited to robust red varieties like Shiraz, while the cooler, higher-altitude Eden Valley provides ideal conditions for more elegant expressions. These neighboring regions share similar soils but differ in elevation and climate, allowing producers to craft wines with varying intensity and character from the same grape varieties.

Henschke's current range demonstrates their work with both single-varietal and blended wines. Their Mount Edelstone represents a pure Shiraz expression from the region, while Henry's Seven showcases a blend incorporating Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvedre, and Viognier—reflecting the traditional Rhône-style blending approach that has found success in South Australian terroir.

L'Australie-Méridionale produit environ la moitié des vins de la nation et englobe plusieurs des régions viticoles les plus importantes du pays. Située dans la partie sud du continent, l'État s'étend des zones côtières plus fraîches influencées par la mer près d'Adélaïde aux zones continentales plus chaudes à l'intérieur des terres. L'industrie viticole ici remonte aux années 1840 avec des colons allemands et britanniques établissant de nombreux vignobles fondamentaux qui continuent de fonctionner aujourd'hui.

La géographie diversifiée de l'État crée des microclimats distincts dans ses principales régions viticoles. La Barossa Valley et McLaren Vale connaissent des conditions chaudes de style méditerranéen idéales pour les rouges corsés, tandis que l'Adelaide Hills et Eden Valley bénéficient d'altitudes plus élevées qui offrent des températures plus fraîches adaptées aux blancs élégants et aux rouges raffinés. Clare Valley est renommée pour ses sols riches en calcaire et ses variations de température diurne, tandis que le sol terra rossa célèbre de Coonawarra au-dessus du calcaire crée des conditions uniques pour le Cabernet Sauvignon de qualité supérieure.

Le Shiraz domine la production de vin rouge dans toute l'Australie-Méridionale, exprimant différents caractères selon la région spécifique et le site du vignoble. L'État produit également du Grenache notable, du Cabernet Sauvignon et des assemblages GSM, particulièrement dans les zones plus chaudes comme Barossa et McLaren Vale. Les variétés blanches incluent le Riesling distingué de Clare Valley et Eden Valley, ainsi que le Chardonnay des sites plus frais de l'Adelaide Hills. La combinaison de vieilles vignes, de terroirs diversifiés, et d'approches de vinification à la fois traditionnelles et modernes permet à l'Australie-Méridionale de produire des vins allant des rouges puissants et aptes au vieillissement aux blancs pétillants et minéraux.

Eden Valley is a wine region in South Australia located in the Mount Lofty Ranges, approximately 60 kilometres northeast of Adelaide. The region sits at higher elevation than many of its South Australian counterparts, which significantly influences its climate and wine character. It was formally recognised as a geographical indication in 2000, though viticulture in the area extends back further.

The region's elevation—typically between 400 and 600 metres—creates a cool-climate environment with pronounced temperature variation between day and night. This extended growing season allows grapes to develop complexity while retaining natural acidity. The soils are varied, with sandy loams and gravels over clay subsoils common throughout the appellation. Riesling and Shiraz are the primary varieties grown here, reflecting both the region's suitability for cool-climate whites and its capacity to produce refined reds. The cooler conditions generally favour wines with freshness and definition rather than high alcohol or overripe characteristics.

Eden Valley Rieslings are typically marked by citrus, stone fruit, and mineral notes, with the cool climate preserving acidity that allows these wines to age well. The region's Shiraz production tends toward elegant, peppery styles with moderate alcohol and fine tannin structure, rather than the heavier expressions found in warmer South Australian zones. The cooler terroir produces wines with restraint and complexity, where fruit flavours are balanced by natural acidity and structural elements.