2017 Henschke Keyneton Euphonium

A blend of 62% Shiraz, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc and 3% Merlot matured in a mixture of 71% French and 29% American oak hogsheads of which 20% were new for a period of 18 months.
Midnight black core with a dark red hue. Evolving out of the glass are pronounced scents of spicy dark plum, liquorice and blackcurrant which are followed by vanillin cedar, subtle scorched earth and fennel notes. Rich, soft and plush the medium to full bodied palate is layered with succulent dark plum, liquorice and blackcurrant fruits which overlay a spicy vanillin cedar, earthy fennel and pepper back drop. Silky smooth tannins concluding with a long fleshy textured aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 14.5%

Other Reviews....
57/30/7/6% shiraz/cabernet sauvignon/merlot/cabernet franc. Matured 18 months in (13% new) 71/29% French/American oak hogsheads. I love the transparency of the Barossa's cooler seasons, in such articulate detail here that all 4 varieties are clearly visible in all their glory. Unashamedly medium bodied, refreshing and enticing, yet in no way underpowered, simplistic or short lived. Crunchy berry fruits, fine-ground tannins and vibrant acidity unite to marvellous effect and outstanding line and length. It takes some skill, dexterity and humility in the winery to allow fruit of such elegance to really sing. A classic Barossa blend with a long future before it. Drink by 2037.
95 Points
Tyson Stelzer - James Halliday's Wine Companion (February 2021)

This cooler vintage shuffles cabernet to the fore, with leafy redcurrants and red berries, as well as some first-wood tones. The palate is more supple and reflects the influence of shiraz with blackberry and plum flavors set amid quite fleshy texture. A blend of shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc and merlot. Drink or hold. Screw cap.
93 Points
JamesSuckling.com (July 2021)

Shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot. Barossa, all day.
Supple, soft red, luscious in red and black forest berry fruit characters, some mellow nougat like caress, a bit of milk chocolate and ribbons of fine, lacy tannin lending some form. Not much to add, it’s really pleasing to drink, warming, has personality layers and as a sense of ‘yum’. Drink 2021 - 2028.
92 Points
Mike Bennie - The Wine Front (July 2021)