Henschke 2018 Hill of Grace Shiraz (Eden Valley)

Released for this renowned, family-run winery's 150th anniversary, the latest Grace vintage is luscious with layers of aroma and flavor. Plump blueberry, plum and cherry preserves at the core are underpinned by dried mint, cedar, earthy spice, melted chocolate and vanilla bean. Henschke's signature tightrope walk of power and restraint shows on the silky palate, where fine, savory tannins support supple fruit, which pulses to a long finish. To this reviewer's taste, the cooler vintages of Grace offer more energy and personality, but 2018 will nonetheless be a classic wine for decades to come. Christina Pickard