Ratings
JS 91
Identity
| Producer | Henschke |
| Year | 2021 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 40% Grenache, 30% Mataro, 30% Shiraz |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Deep ruby with violet hues |
| Aroma | Lifted raspberry, red currant, mulberry, Satsuma plum, floral notes of violets, lavender, crushed flowering herbs, anise, pepper and mace spice |
| Palate | Rich and intense palate with well defined concentrated red fruits, crunchy mid palate, firm-edged velvety tannins and excellent length |
| Finish | Smooth, lingering finish with balanced acidity and refined tannins |
| Food Pairing | lamb, roast beef, game meats, hard cheeses, grilled vegetables |
| Serving Temp | 16-18°C |
| Aging Potential | 5-10 years |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Total Acidity | N/A |
| Sugar (g/l) | N/A |
| pH | N/A |
| Aging Process | Likely matured in a combination of older French and American oak barrels, typical of Barossa GSM blends |
| Fermentation | Traditional open fermenters with hand pump overs, temperature controlled around 24°C for about 7 days |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | N/A |
| Soil | Varied soils typical of Barossa Valley including clay loam and sandy soils |
| Vine Age | Old vines, some dating back to 1974 for Mataro block |
| Harvest Type | N/A |
| Harvest Desc | Hand-harvested typical for premium Barossa wines |
Interesting facts
| Named after the Mataro Mass Selection Block vineyard purchased by Cyril Henschke in 1974; a tribute to Barossa's historic grape varieties and winemaking tradition |
Logistics
| Barcode | 9320909001504 |
| Weight | N/A |
| Cork | screw cap |