Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz 1998 750ml, Eden Valley
Henschke are a name that we know quite well, but none of the reasons come close to this top of the range Hill of Grace Shiraz. This bottle is extra special because it has been made out of grapes that date back to 145 years ago that make it so special, it is made from 100% Shiraz.
Expert Reviews
James Halliday- 96pts -Medium to full purple-red; a clean and rich array of black berries, spice, licorice and compatible oak, then a palate with abundant dark berry and bitter chocolate flavour, with controlled tannins and oak. Has great length and great balance; fully reflects the outstanding vintage, and has an indefinite life in front of it if well-cellared. Date tasted 05 Feb 2003 - Drink By 2025
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 90 pts - Deep garnet-brick in color, the 1998 Hill of Grace has a medicinal nose of iodine plus warm plums, prunes, licorice and espresso. A bit hard in the mouth, it has crisp acid, medium to firm, chewy and somewhat astringent tannins through the long finish. Mature now, it should keep through 2020+. - Apr 2013
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 90 pts - Deep garnet-brick in color, the 1998 Hill of Grace has a medicinal nose of iodine plus warm plums, prunes, licorice and espresso. A bit hard in the mouth, it has crisp acid, medium to firm, chewy and somewhat astringent tannins through the long finish. Mature now, it should keep through 2020+. - Apr 2013
