Henschke Tappa Pass Shiraz 2022
- 95
- $127
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Sourced from low-yielding Shiraz vines up to 70 years old (68% Eden Valley, 32% Barossa Valley) and matured for 20 months in 10% new and 90% seasoned French oak hogsheads. This is a refined and expressive release, led by perfume, precision and poise. Lifted aromas of blueberry and boysenberry are laced with crushed violets, unfolding into deeper layers of black cherry, blackberry, star anise, clove-studded orange, and a dusting of black pepper. Subtle hints of old leather and dark chocolate add further dimension with air. The palate follows with a cool-fruited, mineral-driven elegance—blueberry, mulberry and black cherry glide through, supported by nutmeg, pepper and clove. Firm, fine-grained tannins frame the wine beautifully, while bright black cherry acidity carries it long. A classy and composed expression, showcasing both Barossa power and Eden Valley finesse.
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.
