Henschke - The Wheelwright 2017 (750ml)

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Producer	Henschke
Country	Australia
Region	Eden Valley
Varietal	Shiraz,  Syrah
Vintage	2017
Sku	113436
Size	750ml
ABV	15.00%

 

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95
Rated 95 by Decanter
The epitome of elegance with its sheen of silky, pure red fruits and lissome acidity, in 2017 this Eden Valley Shiraz is closer to Adelaide Hills geographically and in spirit. Medium-bodied, the beguiling strawberry and plum palate is delicately scented with pink peppercorn, coltsfoot, pine needle and black pepper. Subtle undertones of moss, twig and wattleseed draw you in further. Drinking beautifully now, with soft grainy tannins to the finish and lingering spice.
JS
94
Rated 94 by James Suckling
This has a very elegant feel with sultry and earthy tones, as well as white pepper, raspberry and redcurrant aromas. Spicy and vivid. There’s freshness and elegance to the quite refined and fine-boned palate, as well as a peppery edge. Fine tannins hold fresh and long. Drink over the next six years. Screw cap.
WA
93
Rated 93 by Wine Advocate
Planted in 1968, in the cooler part of the Mount Lofty Ranges in Eden Valley, this is the third release of this wine. Lean, spicy and with brilliant concentration (sans weight), the 2017 The Wheelwright Single Vineyard Shiraz is an elegant wine of line and poise. The finish rounds out into a bruised plum, purple jube, licorice character that adds a hint of sweetness to the affair. This may sound a little left of center, but there’s a (good) sweet balsamic roast beetroot character in the very center of the wine that brings on an earthy, sweet, bloody character. All very Eden in terms of fruit, but very distinct too. As it opens up, it becomes more vibrant—fresher, even. Yet it remains slightly sinewy and savory at its heart.