2025 Julius

Eden Valley

Riesling

Pale lemon with green hues. Fragrant aromas of orange blossom, frangipani and lime zest are lifted by hints of elderflower, white rose and chamomile. A rich and elegant palate of finger lime, white peach, pink grapefruit, lemon and musk is driven by pure minerality and crisp acidity, carrying through to a long and focused finish.
$56.00
$56.00
Pale lemon with green hues. Fragrant aromas of orange blossom, frangipani and lime zest are lifted by hints of elderf...

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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: 24 – 27 February

Alcohol: 11.7%

Vintage Rating: Excellent vintage

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

Cellaring Potential: 20+ years (from vintage)

VINTAGE

The 2025 growing season began under continued dry conditions, with below-average winter rainfall failing to replenish soil moisture. Unseasonably warm late-winter weather prompted an early budburst, followed by a devastating frost event in mid-September that caused widespread damage across much of south-eastern Australia. Remarkably, vine recovery exceeded expectations, with fruitful secondary buds forming bunches on new shoots. Supplementary irrigation was required to maintain vine health throughout winter, spring, and summer. Although yields were expected to be low, they surpassed conservative estimates. Like spring, summer also arrived early, with a warming trend from mid-November laying the foundation for one of the hottest and driest seasons in living memory. Fortunately, early February saw only short bursts of heat. Eden Valley riesling fared well, with harvest occurring in the cooler part of February.

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: 24 – 27 February

Alcohol: 11.7%

Vintage Rating: Excellent vintage

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

Cellaring Potential: 20+ years (from vintage)

The 2025 growing season began under continued dry conditions, with below-average winter rainfall failing to replenish soil moisture. Unseasonably warm late-winter weather prompted an early budburst, followed by a devastating frost event in mid-September that caused widespread damage across much of south-eastern Australia. Remarkably, vine recovery exceeded expectations, with fruitful secondary buds forming bunches on new shoots. Supplementary irrigation was required to maintain vine health throughout winter, spring, and summer. Although yields were expected to be low, they surpassed conservative estimates. Like spring, summer also arrived early, with a warming trend from mid-November laying the foundation for one of the hottest and driest seasons in living memory. Fortunately, early February saw only short bursts of heat. Eden Valley riesling fared well, with harvest occurring in the cooler part of February.

96 Points
"Pure lemon curd, tonic water aromas with hints of verbena. Generous lemon curd, lime, verbena flavours, fine chalky textures, attractive mid-palate volume and fresh long indelible/ crunchy acidity. Lovely mineral length. Tightly structured and generously flavoured. Delicious drinking but keep for a while to allow the elements to fold and develop."

ANDREW CAILLARD, THE VINTAGE JOURNAL

95 Points
"The intensity of the fruit here , and the length of finish, are elite class. This is a dry riesling grown and made to the highest standards. It tastes of tonic water and lime, slate and lime blossom, talc and chalk, and at every step it impresses as both precise and powerful. This is a cellar-worthy riesling if ever there was one."

CAMPBELL MATTINSON, CAMPBELLMATTINSON.COM