Geoff Merrill Henley Shiraz 2008

Currently out of stock Previously listed by 1 tracked merchant from £89.99; last checked 18 Jul 2026.

Producer	Geoff Merrill
Vintage	2008
Style	Red
Grape	Shiraz

About this wine

Geoff Merrill Henley Shiraz is a full-bodied, complex red wine from McLaren Vale, Australia, made from 100% Shiraz. With 14.5% ABV, it displays a sophisticated combination of dark fruits, spice, and savory earthy notes, reflecting both age and terroir. Meet the producer Geoff Merrill Wines was founded by Geoff Merrill, a lifelong South Australian winemaker with deep roots in the Barossa Valley and Mount Hurtle region. Awarded the Jimmy Watson Trophy in 2005, Geoff is celebrated for producing wines of precision, depth, and regional identity. Production Sourced from rolling hillside vineyards near the coast, the grapes are carefully harvested and vinified to capture freshness and varietal expression. Ageing and careful maturation develop the wine’s complex, layered profile, balancing fruit, spice, and earthy notes. Tasting notes Deep, intense ruby in colour. The nose evolves with aeration, showing black pepper, herbs, clove, and stewed plums, followed by aged notes of dark soy, leather, chocolate, and roast beef gravy. The palate is fresh and structured, with spice, developed berry fruits, hints of coffee, and savory complexity. Food match Ideal with aged steak and Bordelaise sauce or smoky barbecued meats. Grape 100% Shiraz Awards and Press Comments James Halliday: Recognised for exceptional complexity and maturity, showcasing McLaren Vale’s terroir. Wine Companion: “Henley is a benchmark Shiraz from McLaren Vale, with layered aromas, freshness, and a refined, savory palate.” Wine Spectator: Praises its elegance, structure, and age-worthy development.