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2017 Henschke Croft Chardonnay (Screwcap)

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ITEM 10307624 - Removed from the temperature and humidity controlled commercial cellar of One Market Restaurant in San Francisco; Acquired directly from the producer or wholesaler

Bidder Quantity Amount Total
nazha 2 $30 $60
3 $30
Item Sold Amount Date
I10279779 2 $30 Aug 10, 2025
2017 Henschke Croft Chardonnay (Screwcap)

RATINGS

96James Suckling

A cooler vintage has delivered a rich and complex chardonnay with such supple, fine, layered white peaches and grilled hazelnuts on the palate. Peach-sorbet-like texture that’s compact and long. Excellent purity and poise.

91Vinous / IWC

Bright and energetic on the nose, displaying fresh citrus and orchard fruit flavors along with suave floral and mineral flourishes. Offers racy green apple, Meyer lemon and bitter quinine flavors that slowly deepen and take on a honeysuckle note on the back half. Finishes long and silky with repeating floral character and just the slightest touch of smoky lees.

91Wine Enthusiast

Grapefruit and salty characters lurk beneath. It's the palate that wins you over, although it needs air as well.

90The Wine Advocate

Delicate scents of toasted grain and white peaches... On the palate, it's medium-bodied, tart and even a bit austere, with notes of underripe peaches and green plums that turn citrusy on the long finish.

PRODUCER

Henschke

Founded in the mid-19th century by German immigrant farmers, Henschke is one of the oldest wineries in South Australia. Johann Christian Henschke produced his first commercial wine vintage in 1868 and today the fifth generation of the family runs the winery. Stephen Henschke and his wife Prue are credited with keeping quality high and at the same time making innovations to the winery and its winemaking. With vineyards located in both the Eden Valley and Adelaide Hills regions of South Australia, the family-run winery is regarded as one of the best in the country. Hill of Grace is the signature Shiraz from Henschke, and it is one of Australia’s most admired wines. However Henschke also makes Riesling, Semillon, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot and other wines.

REGION

Australia, South Australia, Adelaide Hills

South Australia is the nation’s most important wine region. South Australia is to Australia what California is to the U.S. About half of Australia’s wine comes from South Australia and many of the country’s most acclaimed producers are there. Wineries based in South Australia include Penfolds Grange, Torbreck, Amon Ra, Henschke and Jacob’s Creek. The prestigious Barossa Valley is located in South Australia, and is often compared to Napa Valley because it is gorgeous topography covered in grape vines. First farmed by 19th century German-speakers who immigrated from what is now Poland, the Barossa Valley is the crown jewel of the region. South Australia has widely varying climates, from very hot, dry areas to cooler, high altitude areas. There are more than 150,000 acres of vineyards in South Australia, with more being planted each month. Shiraz is king, though the region also produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Mourvedre, Chardonnay and Semillon.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.