1987 Henschke Cyril Henschke Museum Release Cabernet Sauvignon
Eden Valley, South Australia,
AUSTRALIA
$135. 00
Bottle
$1620.00 Dozen
Closure: Cork
Notes sourced from Henschke.
Grape Varieties: 95% cabernet sauvignon and 5% merlot grapes grown in the Eden Valley region.
Background: The cabernet sauvignon label continues to carry the name Cyril Henschke (1924-1979) as a tribute to one of Australia’s outstanding winemakers and pioneers in the production of varietal table wines. Cyril Henschke planted Cabernet at Eden Valley in the late 1960s.
Vintage Description: Coolest recorded summer since 1890’s combined with rains produced average yields of high quality. Late vintage, Picked 6th May at 12.5 Be. Matured in French oak hogsheads.
Cellaring Potential: Exceptional vintage, drink now. Decant before serving.
Alcohol: 14.3%
Only 12 bottles available