The 2007 Cyril Henschke Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc aged in 85% new and 15% seasoned French hogsheads for 21 months. Medium-deep garnet in color, it displays a very pure, intensely fruited nose of warm cassis, crushed blackberries, violets, black cherries and hints of cinnamon and cedar. Taut and solidly built with very crisp acidity and medium-firm grainy tannins, it finishes with great persistence. This wine is just approaching its drinking window and should continue to give pleasure for a good 10 years+. Source: Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) December, 2010 by Lisa Perrotti-Brown