2001 Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz Eden Valley 1x150cl

Robert Parker 94

Deep garnet colored, the 2001 Hill of Grace offers aromas of warm red currant, black cherry compote, blackberries and dried Provencal herbs with an earthy undercurrent. Full, rich and well-structured in the mouth, it has crisp acid and a medium to firm level of rounded tannins, and finishes long with up-lifting herbal notes. Drink this one now to 2025+. Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-0993 [30/04/2013]

Anticipated maturity: 2013-2025

JancisRobinson.com 18.5

There was no 2000 because ‘it was a shocker’ (very cool and rainstorms at the wrong time – made one barrel from Hill of Grace). Very dark and glowing. It looks like a top bordeaux actually! Complex nose that does not shriek Australia. Sweet and rich and beautifully balanced. Rather suave. [12/03/2013]

Anticipated maturity: 2015-2035

Vinous 94

Dark ruby. Suave, complex aromas of blackcurrant, kirsch, licorice, mocha, toasty oak spices, cured meat and succulent herbs, with a hint of graphite. Lush and round, with deep, concentrated dark berry flavors accented by smoky, spicy oak, licorice candy and a suggestion of vanilla. This is surprisingly open and seamless, the gentle tannins absorbed by the sweet fruit and musky animal and herb flavors. The very long finish features penetrating blackberry and creme de cassis flavors, with suggestions of oak spice and smoked meat sneaking in late. Incidentally, this was the only Henschke wine I tasted this year bottled under cork. [Josh Raynolds, 07/01/2006]