{"product_id":"henschke-cyril-henschke-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","title":"Henschke Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduced entirely from cabernet sauvignon grown on the Cyril Henschke Vineyard in Eden Valley, this wine is cultivated under organic and biodynamic practices on the Henschke estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was matured for 20 months in French oak hogsheads, comprising 5% new oak and 95% seasoned oak, before blending and bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt presents a deep crimson colour with ruby hues. The nose is spicy and fragrant, offering aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, tamarillo and violets, enhanced by notes of cassis, cocoa, black liquorice and crushed flowering herbs. The palate reveals a concentrated core of black fruit, framed by layers of cedar, clove, star anise and black olive. Focused acidity and fine-grained tannins provide structure, carrying through to a long and powerful finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is named in honour of Cyril Henschke, father of Stephen Henschke and a fourth-generation winemaker, recognised as one of Australia’s pioneering figures in fine wine. Renowned for his dedication to old-vine, single-vineyard and varietal table wines, Cyril planted cabernet sauvignon on the Eden Valley property in the late 1960s. The vineyard, which also includes cabernet franc and merlot, is situated on a north-facing slope and is farmed using organic and biodynamic principles. First released as a single-vineyard wine in 1978, Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon reflects the distinctive character of this site, celebrated for its depth, texture, complexity and refined tannin structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 winter delivered ample rainfall, replenishing soil moisture, while a cool and gradual start to the growing season delayed budburst by approximately two weeks. A severe hail event on 28 October significantly impacted early shoot growth in the Keyneton vineyards, reducing overall yields. However, late flowering in late November to early December avoided adverse weather conditions, resulting in good fruit set despite the smaller crop. Moderate summer warmth supported even berry development and balanced vine growth. Timely rainfall in late January, just prior to veraison, was followed by a mild and dry finish to the season. The 2022 harvest occurred one to two weeks later than the historical average. The wines from this vintage express a strong sense of place, marked by elegance, precision and longevity, reminiscent of exceptional vintages such as 1991, 1999, 2005, 2006, 2010 and 2015. These single-vineyard wines exhibit excellent ageing potential and will reward careful long-term cellaring under ideal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlc\/Vol: 14.5% \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henschke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43084326994129,"sku":"15830","price":210.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/6662\/4209\/files\/regions_henschke_cyrilhenshke2022.png?v=1777981304","url":"https:\/\/regionscellars.com.au\/products\/henschke-cyril-henschke-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","provider":"Regions Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}