Henschke Johann’s Garden 2023

A Barossa blend of Grenache (60%) and Mataro (40%), which were made discretely, with seven months maturation in older oak hogsheads, before the components were eventually blended. The vines are categorised as Barossa Old Vines and the influence of the Grenache is to the fore at this early stage. A crimson garnet hue, there are notes of leather, herbs and spices, cherries and other red fruits, root vegetables and a touch of cold tea. A silken texture, bright acidity, fine tannins and medium length – this wine has it all. This is a cracker but there is room for improvement over the next six to eight years.