The 2022 Henschke The Wheelwright Shiraz Gift Boxed is a flagship single-vineyard Shiraz from Eden Valley, presented in an elegant gift box. First released to commemorate 150 years of Henschke family winemaking, The Wheelwright pays tribute to founder Johann Christian Henschke, a skilled wheelwright and stonemason who established the winery in 1868. Crafted from 100% old-vine Shiraz planted in 1968 and grown under certified organic and biodynamic practices, the wine was matured for 20 months in French oak hogsheads (10% new, 90% seasoned). It opens with fragrant aromas of raspberry, black cherry and boysenberry, layered with nutmeg, aniseed, Dutch cocoa, sage, wild fennel and charcuterie.
On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with exceptional poise and elegance. Concentrated flavours of mulberry, blueberry and black plum are woven together with white and pink peppercorn, delicate floral notes and a fine mineral thread. Bright natural acidity and silky, fine-grained tannins provide remarkable structure, leading to a long, refined finish. The outstanding 2022 vintage has earned widespread critical acclaim, with reviewers praising its purity, balance and longevity.
Ben's Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an exceptional Eden Valley Shiraz for collectors and lovers of Australia's finest single-vineyard wines. Beautifully presented in a gift box, it makes a superb gift or cellar addition. Enjoy now with a generous decant, or cellar through 2052 and beyond. Pair with dry-aged rib-eye, roast venison, slow-braised lamb shoulder, beef Wellington or aged hard cheeses.
