2018 Henschke Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml

Producer Notes

This wine carries the name of Stephen’s father, Cyril Henschke (1924-1979), as a tribute to one of Australia’s outstanding winemaking pioneers, renowned for old-vine single-vineyard and quality varietal table wines. Cyril planted cabernet sauvignon at the Henschke Eden Valley vineyard in the 1960s. The cabernet sauvignon vines, along with cabernet franc and merlot, are planted on a north facing slope, grown using organic and biodynamic practices. This wine celebrates the incredible beauty that emerges from the vibrant rows of the Eden Valley vineyard, revered for its texture, depth, complexity and fine-grained tannins.

A deep garnet color with ruby tints. The scent is rich and aromatic, offering thyme, marjoram, cassis, blackcurrant, and blackberry compote notes, mingled with violets, cedar, nutmeg, dark chocolate, and pepper hints. The palate is deep and rich in texture, featuring fresh redcurrant, plum, bay leaf, and dark baking spices flavors. Refreshing acidity and fine tannins dusted with cocoa lead to a lingering finish.

Varieties: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol: 14.5%
Vintage rating: Excellent vintage
Cellaring potential: 30+ years (from vintage).