2021 Henschke Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml Gift Box

This wine carries the name of Stephen’s father, fourth-generation Henschke winemaker, Cyril Henschke (1924-1979); a tribute to one of Australia’s outstanding winemaking pioneers, who was renowned for old-vine, single-vineyard and quality varietal table wines. Cyril planted cabernet sauvignon at the Henschke Eden Valley property in the late 1960s. The cabernet sauvignon vines, along with cabernet franc and merlot, are planted on a north facing slope, and are managed with organic and biodynamic practices. First produced as a single-vineyard wine in 1978, Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon celebrates the incredible beauty that emerges from the vibrant rows of this 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

Vintage: 2021

Harvest Date: 14 – 16 April

Alcohol: 14.5%

Vintage Rating: Exceptional vintage

Maturation:

Cellaring Potential: 30+ years (from vintage).