Henschke Sass the Tailor 2024
- 92
- $28
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An energetic and beautifully composed blend (48% Pinot Gris, 18% Chardonnay, 17% Semillon, 7% Riesling, 7% Gewürztraminer, 3% Grüner Veltliner), drawn from Adelaide Hills and Eden Valley, and matured on fine lees in 75% stainless steel and 25% new French oak for eight months. Bright, lifted and pure, the nose bursts with pear, green apple, lemon and kumquat, laced with cinnamon, talc, ginger and delicate blossom. The palate is fresh and finely balanced, with crisp green apple and pear leading the way, cut by tangy citrus and underpinned by gentle florals and spice. Soft yet persistent acidity ties it all together, bringing length and a sense of quiet precision. A charming, beautifully judged wine that far exceeds expectations at this price point.
Tom Kline is a wine writer, reviewer, presenter, and educator based in Victoria, Australia. He is the Australian correspondent for the internationally respected publications Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy and Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux, where he highlights the top tier of Australian wine for a global audience. Tom also writes for leading outlets including Decanter (UK), Wine Spectator (US), and Halliday Magazine, among others. An experienced wine show judge and WSET educator, he has authored several consumer-focused wine courses aimed at making wine more accessible and engaging. In 2023, Tom was awarded Best Published Feature Article or Wine Column at the prestigious Wine Communicator Awards, presented by Wine Communicators of Australia.
