[SOLD-OUT] Henschke Keyneton Euphonium 2009

 

"Henschke Euphonium was formerly known as Keyneton Estate. This years it's a blend of shiraz (62 percent), cabernet sauvignon (23 percent), merlot (8 percent) and cabernet franc. It spends time in a mix of French and American oak, 30 percent of it new. There's roughly double the amount of cabernet in this blend than there was, say, in the 2008.

Great result for the 2009 vintage. Warm spices. Warm blackberried fruit. Redcurrant brightness. Tight, mature tannin. Terrific concentration. Length for as far as the tannin will allow it. Looks a real goodun'" Wine Front

"The product of a cool and dry winter with a dry spring and a wet December, starting out nice and cool before a burst of six hot days in January and blindingly hot start of February, with the tragic Black Saturday bushfires of 7 February. That fact that the wine has arrived in such composed and balanced form is a miracle, given the extreme and atypical phases of the growing season it endured. The wine shows a wealth of cassis and dark plums, a sweep of spices and glossy berry fruits. The palate's supple, smooth and even, showing concentrated berry and plum flavour with dense yet elegant tannins that finish with freshness and intent. Graphite to close - a great result!" - The Age SMH Good Wine Guide 2013

 

Country:

Australia

Region:

SA- Eden Valley

Variety:

Wine Red - Shiraz blend

Size:

750mL