Recently given 100 points by Andrew Caillard MW, the 2016 Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon is a new release by Henschke. Just in time for Father’s Day, it is available in a stylish gift box from Fine Wine Stores.
Deep ruby with garnet hues. Lovely complex aromas of cassis, red currant and mulberry interwoven with anise, oregano, thyme, violets and tobacco leaf. The palate delivers layers of vibrant and pure black currant and plum, balanced by hints of cedar and vanilla pod. Lively acidity and fine-grained tannins provide a long, defined, mouth-coating finish.
“Deep but brightly coloured, this is a no holds barred, full-bodied Eden Valley cabernet sauvignon that will live for decades, blessed by a screwcap. Blackcurrant fruit, touches of cedary oak, black olive, bay leaf and earthy tannins are all on parade. 97 points.”
– James Halliday, 2021 Halliday Wine Companion, 1 August 2020
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The History of Cyril Henschke, Stephen Henschke’s Father
This wine carries the name of Stephen’s father, Cyril Henschke (1924 – 1979); a tribute to one of Australia’s outstanding winemaking pioneers, who was renowned for old-wine, single-vineyard and quality varietal table wines. Cyril planted cabernet Sauvignon at the Henschke Eden Valley wineyard in the late 1960s.
Prue and Stephen Henschke Introduce the 2016 Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon