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Henschke - Henry's Seven

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Tasting notes

A blend of 67% Shiraz (co-fermented with 6% Viognier), 17% Grenache and 10% Mataro, the 2018 Henry's Seven boasts aromas of boysenberries and blueberries. plus hints of dried spices. Matured in 5% new and 95% seasoned French hogsheads for nine months prior to blending and bottling, oak is a minor element, with the fruit flavors coming through loud and clear on the medium to full-bodied palate. It's supple and easy to drink, with a hint of stone fruit on the long and softly dusty finish.

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Provenance

Type
Red
Producer
Henschke
Country
Australia
Appellation
Barossa Valley

Technical

Serving
16° - 18° C

Key characteristics

About this wine

Henschke is a family-owned winery located in the Barossa Valley of South Australia that has been producing wines for over 150 years. Their most popular wine is Henry's Seven, a blend of Shiraz, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Viognier, and Marsanne. The Shiraz grapes come from the Barossa Valley and Eden Valley regions, while the Grenache and Mourvèdre grapes come from the Barossa Valley. The Viognier and Marsanne grapes are sourced from the Eden Valley and the wine is aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels for 15 months.

Henry's Seven is a full-bodied wine with aromas of blackberry, plum, and spice. On the palate, the wine is rich and complex with flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and vanilla. The tannins are firm but well-integrated, giving the wine a smooth and velvety texture. The wine has a long and lingering finish with notes of black pepper and oak.

Overall, Henry's Seven is a well-balanced and elegant wine that showcases the best of the Barossa and Eden Valley regions. It is a great wine to pair with grilled meats, hearty stews, or strong cheeses. It is also a wine that can be enjoyed on its own, as it has enough complexity and depth to keep you interested sip after sip.

If you are looking for a high-quality Australian wine that is both delicious and affordable, then Henschke's Henry's Seven is definitely worth trying. With its rich history and commitment to quality, Henschke is a winery that you can trust to deliver exceptional wines year after year.

Behind the bottle

Producer

Henschke

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…

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Region

South Australia

South Australia produces approximately half of the nation's wine and encompasses several of the country's most significant wine regions. Located in the southern portion of the continent, the state stretches from the cooler…

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Appellation

Barossa Valley

The Barossa Valley is located in South Australia, approximately 60 kilometers northeast of Adelaide. Established as a wine region in the 1840s by German and English settlers, it encompasses roughly 25,000 hectares of vineyard…

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