2024 Julius

Eden Valley

Riesling

Pale gold with green hues. Fragrant makrut lime leaf and lemon zest aromas with floral hints of citrus blossom, frangipani, chamomile and white clover, and supporting notes of spicy green peppercorn and anise. The palate has an intense core of fresh citrus, Kaffir lime zest and white peach, layered with clover, chamomile, white musk, green apple and pink grapefruit, knitted together by bright and pure acidity, driving an impressively long and crisp finish. 

$54.00
$54.00
Pale gold with green hues. Fragrant makrut lime leaf and lemon zest aromas with floral hints of citrus blossom, frang...

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BACKGROUND

Fourth-generation winemaker, Cyril developed the Henschke reputation for premium Eden Valley riesling from 1961. This region provides ideal ripening conditions for riesling and a unique track record of exceptional ageing potential. The Henschke Eden Valley riesling vineyard is planted on sandy loam over gravel and bedrock with patches of clay. Since 1992, this wine has been named as a tribute to ancestor Albert Julius Henschke (1888-1955), a highly acclaimed artist and sculptor. Julius was recognised for his ornate headstones and angel sculptures at the Gnadenberg Cemetery, as well as his most celebrated work, the inspiring National War Memorial on North Terrace in Adelaide.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Varieties: 100% Riesling

Harvest Date: 26 February – 1 March

Alcohol: 11%

Vintage Rating: Exceptional vintage

Maturation: Fermented in tank and bottled post-vintage to preserve the delicate aromatic fruit characters.

Cellaring Potential: 30+ years (from vintage)

VINTAGE

The lead up to the 2024 season in the Eden Valley was characterised by significant rainfall in June, followed by a dry spring. Variable fruit set and frost impacted the yield potential, however rain at the beginning of December assisted canopy and berry development and good soil moisture levels supported vine growth well into January. The mild summer weather eventually warmed up and dried out, with some short bursts of heat, leading into a warm, dry autumn, which delivered optimal maturity and ripeness in the fruit. Our focus on canopy health in the vineyard was vital and this attention to detail resulted in pure and intense primary fruit characters in our white wines, with stunning acidity and freshness.

TASTING NOTES

Fourth-generation winemaker, Cyril developed the Henschke reputation for premium Eden Valley riesling from 1961. This region provides ideal ripening conditions for riesling and a unique track record of exceptional ageing potential. The Henschke Eden Valley riesling vineyard is planted on sandy loam over gravel and bedrock with patches of clay. Since 1992, this wine has been named as a tribute to ancestor Albert Julius Henschke (1888-1955), a highly acclaimed artist and sculptor. Julius was recognised for his ornate headstones and angel sculptures at the Gnadenberg Cemetery, as well as his most celebrated work, the inspiring National War Memorial on North Terrace in Adelaide.

Varieties: 100% Riesling

Harvest Date: 26 February – 1 March

Alcohol: 11%

Vintage Rating: Exceptional vintage

Maturation: Fermented in tank and bottled post-vintage to preserve the delicate aromatic fruit characters.

Cellaring Potential: 30+ years (from vintage)

The lead up to the 2024 season in the Eden Valley was characterised by significant rainfall in June, followed by a dry spring. Variable fruit set and frost impacted the yield potential, however rain at the beginning of December assisted canopy and berry development and good soil moisture levels supported vine growth well into January. The mild summer weather eventually warmed up and dried out, with some short bursts of heat, leading into a warm, dry autumn, which delivered optimal maturity and ripeness in the fruit. Our focus on canopy health in the vineyard was vital and this attention to detail resulted in pure and intense primary fruit characters in our white wines, with stunning acidity and freshness.

97 points
“Intense lime pastille, chamomile aromas with herb garden, hint flinty notes. Beautifully concentrated and pure fruited riesling, with ample lime, lemon glacé fruits, fine bittersweet textures, a hint of tonic water and long fresh quartz-like acidity. Wonderful volume and mineral length; the fruit density offsetting the lowish alcohol beautifully. This has all the hallmarks of a classic bottling. Delicious to drink now, but bottle age complexity beckons.”

ANDREW CAILLARD MW, THE VINTAGE JOURNAL

96 Points
"...inviting aromas of Bickford's lime cordial, fresh lime juice, green apple sorbet and grapefruit. Hints of crushed quartz, Christmas lily, citrus blossom, almond paste, ozone, lemongrass and makrut lime. There is a beautiful tubular, porcelain palate shape here, slickly focused and precise with a slight ache of umami as the wine tears across the tongue like a limey Shinkansen, finishing long, dry and beautifully balanced."

DAVE BROOKES, HALLIDAY WINE COMPANION

96 Points
"A mild summer has defined a particularly enduring Julius. The delicacy of its lifted apple blossom fragrance is gorgeous, heralding a palate of classic lime and granny smith apple purity of considerable concentration. Cool season acidity traces a long finish of structured focus and long-term potential."

TYSON STELZER, TYSON STELZER.COM