2021 The Wheelwright Eden Valley Shiraz, Henschke

• Style: Cool-climate Shiraz, refined and structured
• Taste: Mulberry, blueberry, white pepper, violet, wild herbs
• Food: Grilled beef, braised lamb, aged cheese, game
• Occasion: Gifting, cellar worthy, special dinners
• Serve: 16–18°C, now or age 5+ years

In the Glass — Tasting Notes

Deep crimson with violet rim and a compelling layering of mulberry and blueberry, cut through with white pepper, black peppercorn and wild herbs. The fruit sits bright rather than jammy; fine-grained tannins carry through to a spicy, lingering finish. This is refined Shiraz built on contrast — cool-climate precision meets generous fruit intensity — proof that slower ripening produces red wines of purity and depth.

The Winery — Henschke

Fifth-generation winemakers Stephen and Prue Henschke have stewarded this family estate since 1979, continuing a legacy begun in 1868 by Johann Christian Henschke, a German stonemason and wheelwright. Together they have transformed the producer into one of Australia's most celebrated. Prue, a viticulturist at the forefront of reintroducing native plants to improve biodiversity, works alongside Stephen's winemaking vision. The Wheelwright vineyard's old vines were planted in 1968 and managed organically and biodynamically for over 50 years. Fruit from the 2021 vintage was hand-picked in mid-April and fermented in concrete open-top tanks with a submerged cap to manage tannin extraction gently — then aged 18 months in French and American oak, mostly seasoned barrel. The high-altitude vineyards (470 metres, north to south facing) sit within the Eden Valley, one of the most refined expressions of cool-climate Australian Shiraz.

At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving

Pair this wine with grilled beef and a pepper crust, braised lamb, roast dinners, or aged hard cheese; the white pepper and violets will sing alongside savoury, smoky dishes. The structure and vibrancy make it suitable for drinking now or cellaring — the tannins carry enough precision to age gracefully for 5+ years. Serve at 16–18°C. Perfect for gifting to serious collectors or as a reference point when exploring what Australia's regions are capable of beyond the obvious. Organic and vegan-friendly, 14.5% ABV. If you're discovering the broader world of cool-climate Shiraz, browse our range of Syrah & Shiraz wines.