Henschke
Henry's Seven Barossa Red Blend
Barossa, South Australia, Australia
At the Henschke tasting weekend with Stephen and Pru. Amazing how good this was for its youth. You could happily drink this now although the winery says you could cellar this 15 plus years (from vintage). In chatting with Stephen I think this was what he was trying to achieve. Excellent vintage he said. Red and blue fruits - touches of anise and white pepper. 81% Shiraz, 11% Grenache, 6% Mataro and 2% Viognier (for aromatics). An affordable Henschke red at $40.
At the Henschke tasting weekend with Stephen and Pru. Amazing how good this was for its youth. You could happily drink this now although the winery says you could cellar this 15 plus years (from vintage). In chatting with Stephen I think this was what he was trying to achieve. Excellent vintage he said. Red and blue fruits - touches of anise and white pepper. 81% Shiraz, 11% Grenache, 6% Mataro and 2% Viognier (for aromatics). An affordable Henschke red at $40.
Jun 1st, 2024
Blend of 67% Shiraz (co-fermented with 6% Viognier), 17% Grenache and 10% Mataro, deep Ruby with aromas of red and black fruits with floral, spice and funky reductive notes. On the palate flavors of blueberry and blackberry with black pepper spice, licorice with lively spice. Dusty tannins, long finish ending with fruit, slight oak, floral and spicy notes.
Blend of 67% Shiraz (co-fermented with 6% Viognier), 17% Grenache and 10% Mataro, deep Ruby with aromas of red and black fruits with floral, spice and funky reductive notes. On the palate flavors of blueberry and blackberry with black pepper spice, licorice with lively spice. Dusty tannins, long finish ending with fruit, slight oak, floral and spicy notes.
Mar 29th, 2022Brief notes at the Filipino dinner at the Downs Club. Red and black fruits of cherry and fading raspberry with a little spice. A disconcerting whiff of wet tea towel which did not effect the palate.
Brief notes at the Filipino dinner at the Downs Club. Red and black fruits of cherry and fading raspberry with a little spice. A disconcerting whiff of wet tea towel which did not effect the palate.
Sep 8th, 2021A blend of 73% Shiraz, 17% Grenache, 5% Mataro and 5% Viognier, dark Ruby with aromas of dark fruits, licorice, pepper spice and floral notes. On the palate flavors of ripe blackberry and plum with licorice, espresso and oak. Well balanced, great mouthfeel, soft fine tannins and texture, long finish ending with pepper spice, smoky oak and cacao. Very nice!
A blend of 73% Shiraz, 17% Grenache, 5% Mataro and 5% Viognier, dark Ruby with aromas of dark fruits, licorice, pepper spice and floral notes. On the palate flavors of ripe blackberry and plum with licorice, espresso and oak. Well balanced, great mouthfeel, soft fine tannins and texture, long finish ending with pepper spice, smoky oak and cacao. Very nice!
Dec 2nd, 2020
Henry’s Seven is a full-bodied red blend, made from 66% Shiraz, 15 % Grenache, 10 % Mourvèdre (locally known as Mataro) and 9% Viognier. Affluent aromas of black cherry, dark plum, fig, cedar, black pepper, and clove on the nose; dusty and dry on the palate with integrated tannins.
Henry’s Seven is a full-bodied red blend, made from 66% Shiraz, 15 % Grenache, 10 % Mourvèdre (locally known as Mataro) and 9% Viognier. Affluent aromas of black cherry, dark plum, fig, cedar, black pepper, and clove on the nose; dusty and dry on the palate with integrated tannins.
Aug 5th, 2020
Man, kind of disappointed in this bottle.. had high expectations but I guess I should hold judgment until it ages a bit. Syrah, Grenache, mataro, and viognier blend from barrossa/Eden valley. A bit light and one dimensional on day one, but day two it really showed its potential. Richer and more structured on day 2, with a nice balance of cool high toned fruit and dark fruit and earth, but still not enough going on to really "catch" my attention.
Still cool to try this iconic producer however.. hopefully I can get my hands on some of their nicer stuff in the future.
Man, kind of disappointed in this bottle.. had high expectations but I guess I should hold judgment until it ages a bit. Syrah, Grenache, mataro, and viognier blend from barrossa/Eden valley. A bit light and one dimensional on day one, but day two it really showed its potential. Richer and more structured on day 2, with a nice balance of cool high toned fruit and dark fruit and earth, but still not enough going on to really "catch" my attention.
Still cool to try this iconic producer however.. hopefully I can get my hands on some of their nicer stuff in the future.
Clear deep purple, medium + viscosity, legs
Clean and youthful on the nose, medium + intensity with aromas of wild strawberries, fresh cranberries, raspberries, floral hints of violet and lavender, a touch of vanilla.
On the palate the wine is dry, medium + acidity and alcohol, medium body, medium - tannins, medium + intensity with notes of wild berries, red and black cherries, black pepper, sweet spices. A touch of vanilla.
Almost long length. Great to drink now or to cellar for up to 5 years.
Clear deep purple, medium + viscosity, legs
Clean and youthful on the nose, medium + intensity with aromas of wild strawberries, fresh cranberries, raspberries, floral hints of violet and lavender, a touch of vanilla.
On the palate the wine is dry, medium + acidity and alcohol, medium body, medium - tannins, medium + intensity with notes of wild berries, red and black cherries, black pepper, sweet spices. A touch of vanilla.
Almost long length. Great to drink now or to cellar for up to 5 years.
Fine, lacked structure and a touch flabby. #henschke #shiraz #syrah #barossa #australia #ctbucklinwine
Fine, lacked structure and a touch flabby. #henschke #shiraz #syrah #barossa #australia #ctbucklinwine
Dec 19th, 2016