Henschke Keyneton Euphonium 2015

Five Way Cellars Wine of the Year for 2019

Henschke’s Euphonium is a (66%) shiraz-based red with inputs from (19%) cabernet sauvignon, (10%) merlot and (5%) cabernet franc. The cabernet influence is clear. It sets the wine on a clear quality course; plum and blackcurrant flavours pour through bay leaves, dust and dried herbs, cedary oak tying it together. Tannin comes in fine sheets, and the aftertaste lingers appreciably. Excellent release. “A vintage like 2015 highlights how well these varieties work together,” Stephen Henschke notes. Gold medal quality in a canter. 94 points. – Campbell Mattinson, The Winefront 

Having followed this wine for four decades, I can confidently say this is one of the best vintages ever! As Campbell Mattinson states above the cabernet influence is clear – beautiful blackcurrant notes on the nose and palate and a beautifully integrated touch of cabernet austerity and firmness to the finish. Coming through loud and clear in the mid palate is the intense quality of the Eden Valley component of the shiraz fruit. A real touch of Mt Edelstone here with bay leaf, sorrel and other Provencal herbs, red and black cherry and a deft amount of shiraz sweetness. Happily drink it now or cellar for 10-20 years. Highly recommended. – Ian Cook, FWC