2024 Mystery Barossa Shiraz Deal No. 5969

97 POINTS

Russ Gallagher - Vino Masters

Deep inky purple with an almost opaque core. The bouquet is intensely concentrated and complex, revealing blackberry, plum and black cherry layered with dark chocolate, spice and finely integrated French oak. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with oak leading a powerful core of blackberry, blackcurrant and plum, supported by firm, structured tannins and balanced acidity. Layers of mocha, spice and cedar unfold through a deep, seamless mid-palate, finishing exceptionally long and persistent. Its precision, concentration and oak integration highlight its pedigree and cellaring potential. ★★★★★ Elite and powerful Barossa Shiraz

97 POINTS

Ken Gargett - Winepilot

Hewitson is located at 66 Seppeltsfield Road, hence the reference in this name. The final blend here can be a mix of parcels from the team’s own vineyards as well as those of growers. 2024 is proving itself to be another excellent vintage. After fermentation, maturation was in French oak casks for a year and a half before a final barrel selection was made. A magenta/purple hue, there are bold aromas here. A gorgeous, quintessential Barossa Valley Shiraz, exhibiting notes of chocolate, cocoa powder, nutmeg, vanilla, spices, tobacco leaves, mocha and even a touch of white pepper. This is seamless and seductive with a cashmere-like texture, great length, silky tannins and intensity running the full length. Immaculate balance and real focus, the wine does retain a sense of refinement. Superb. Twenty years.