2018 McHenry Hohnen Hazel's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River

Fermented in concrete vats, matured for 16 months in French oak (30% new). Savoury, textured and very long, this is not the succulent red-fruited explosion of Margaret River cabernets (neither a good nor bad thing, just an observation). It has the layered complexity we often find in Bordeaux, with a plumply satisfying core of cassis and redcurrant. Not overt, but restrained, with willowy tannins. Cellar or drink – both will bring immense pleasure. Drink to 2041.

96 points (Special Value) Erin Larkin for Halliday Wine Companion, August 2021

Deep, rich colour, still with a trace of purple remaining, the bouquet highly appealing with cassis, blackberry, mulberry aromas, the palate confirming concentrated fruit and strong backing tannins that are fine-grained and balanced. An intense, yet elegant, and very attractive full-bodied cabernet. A little tough at this stage, and would appreciate some hearty food with protein. Drink to 2038.

95 points Huon Hooke for The Real Review, January 2023

Rich summer-berry aromas and a wealth of youthfully complex notes, such as leaves, earth, sweet oak spice, violets, earth and chocolate. The palate has a rich core of ripe and sweet berries and carries long on quite dense tannins. Blueberry finish. Drink or hold.

94 points James Suckling, November 2021

McHenry Hohnen was founded in 2004 by notable Perth wine retailer and hospitality name Murray McHenry and David Hohnen, winemaker and founder of Cape Mentelle and Cloudy Bay.

Murray planted his first vines in Margaret River in 1984 at what is now the Burnside Vineyard. The McHenry Hohnen wines are made from fruit grown in three estate vineyards in the southern part of the Margaret River: Hazel’s at Witchcliffe, Calgardup Brook in Karridale and Burnside enroute to Cowaramup. The vineyards are managed by a team led by Ben Sieber, while Soave-born Jacopo Dalli Cani is in charge back at the winery.