Henschke
Henschke
AboutHenschke
Henschke’s story reaches back to 1868, when Johann Christian Henschke released the family’s first commercial wine in the Eden Valley, beginning a tradition now carried through six generations. Fifth-generation winemaker Stephen Henschke and viticulturist Prue Henschke have led the estate since 1979, with sixth-generation Johann Henschke now part of the winemaking team. The family works across the Eden Valley, Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills.
Hill of Grace is central to that history: its oldest Shiraz vines were planted around 1860, and the Henschkes acquired the vineyard in 1891. Cyril Henschke first made Hill of Grace in 1958; the vineyard includes own-rooted, dry-grown old vines. The estate uses organic and biodynamic practices in its vineyards.
Henschke 2024 Peggy’s Hill Riesling
Australian White
Pale straw colour with lime-green reflections accompanies white florals, almond blossom, lime and white peach. The palate is rich and concentrated, with ripe citrus, bright acidity, mineral texture and length. Riesling from Eden Valley growers is hand-picked, partly crushed and chilled, gently pressed, cool-fermented and kept on lees. Some vines are up to fifty years old, and alcohol is eleven and a half percent.
Henschke 2001 Mount Edelstone Shiraz
Australian Red
Mulberry, blackcurrant and plum rise with sage, rosemary and black pepper, followed by tobacco leaf, anise and gently developed oak. The palate remains rich and concentrated, with savoury herbal detail, fine acidity and long, silky tannins. Mature yet composed, it closes with spice, depth and remarkable persistence.
Henschke 2010/21 Hill Of Grace
Australian Red