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Henschke Mount Edelstone Shiraz 1998

Henschke Mount Edelstone Shiraz 1998
Henschke Mount Edelstone Shiraz 1998
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Henschke Mount Edelstone Shiraz 1998

SKU: HMES199810 UCAU
15 Plus Years
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Crafted from a single vineyard planted in 1912, Mount Edelstone is one of Australia’s most historic and celebrated Shiraz wines, showcasing more than a century of vineyard heritage under the stewardship of the Henschke family.

Produced by six generations of the Henschke family, this iconic Shiraz is revered for its elegance, longevity and remarkable consistency, making it a must-have for collectors and lovers of Australia's finest wines.

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Henschke Mount Edelstone Shiraz 1998 represents a pinnacle of Australian premium winemaking, deeply rooted in over a century of tradition. Originating from one of the oldest Shiraz vineyards in Australia, planted in 1912, this single-vineyard wine embodies the unique terroir of Eden Valley, renowned for its cool climate and elevated terrain. These conditions enable slow grape ripening, preserving vibrant acidity and contributing to the wine’s remarkable balance, structure, and aging potential.

Crafted by six generations of the esteemed Henschke family, this vintage reflects an extraordinary legacy of expertise and passion. The 1998 Mount Edelstone Shiraz delivers a refined and complex profile, with layered aromas of blackberry and dark cherry intertwined with subtle leather nuances, earthy undertones, and expertly integrated oak. The palate is elegant yet intense, offering seamless tannins and a lingering finish that highlights the wine’s finesse and longevity.

Sourced from a premium private cellar, this wine showcases superb maturity and depth, making it an exceptional collector’s item and a testament to the enduring quality of Henschke’s craftsmanship. Its historic significance and rarity add to its prestige, celebrating one of Australia’s most iconic Shiraz vineyards and the meticulous care taken in every bottle.

This vintage is a celebrated example of Eden Valley’s ability to produce Shiraz wines with extraordinary complexity and finesse. The combination of the vineyard’s century-old roots, the cool climate terroir, and the Henschke family’s six-generation winemaking expertise culminates in a wine that stands as a benchmark of premium Australian Shiraz.

  • Crafted from a single vineyard planted in 1912, Mount Edelstone is one of Australia’s most historic and celebrated Shiraz wines, showcasing more than a century of vineyard heritage under the stewardship of the Henschke family.
  • Produced by six generations of the Henschke family, this iconic Shiraz is revered for its elegance, longevity, and remarkable consistency, making it a must-have for collectors and lovers of Australia’s finest wines.
  • Sourced from a premium private cellar, ensuring exceptional maturity and depth in every bottle.

About this Wine

Henschke

Stephen and his wife Prue are the fifth generation in the Henschke family, who have been making wine since 1868, and are passionate in keeping the family name, origins and reputation. Henschke is viewed as the best medium-sized red wine producer in Australia and is given a 5-star rating by James Halliday.

It has 4 vineyards in the Eden Valley, Barossa Valley and Adelaide regions. Many wines produced here are from Shiraz grapes, but there are also wines and blends from Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cabernet Franc, Semillon, Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Viognier, Pinot Gris and Muscat. Henschke is best known for a Shiraz based wine first produced in the 1958 vintage called 'Hill of Grace'. In 2005, it was classified as "Exceptional", the highest ranking in Langton’s Classification of Australian Wine.

South Australia

If you like Australian wine, then you probably like South Australia wine. The rich reds produced there put Australia on the wine-making map of the world. With over 40% of the countries vineyards, South Australia can rightfully call itself the wine state.

Wines are produced in several regions throughout the state, though many are naturally grouped together, like Barossa and Eden Valleys, only 15 minutes apart. They include such regions as Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, Eden Valley, Coonawarra, Adelaide Hills, Kangaroo Island, Langhorne Creek, The Limestone Coast, McLaren Vale and Wrattonbully to name but a few!

Barossa Valley boasts some of the oldest vines in Australia dating back to 1843 and produces some of the world's finest Shiraz, whilst the 'terra rossa' soils of Coonawarra is most suited to producing outstanding Cabernet Sauvignons. If you're a fan of Riesling, Clare Valley is a great place to explore and for a Maritime climate not dissimilar to parts of the Italian coastline, seek out the wines from McLaren Vale.

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