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"Comprised of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Malbec, this is a blend that’s greater than the sum of its parts. That’s a rare judgment on my part, as Cabernet Sauvignon can produce gloriously complete wines on its own from top North Coast appellations, but this does indeed draw some extra textural fleshiness from the Merlot component while also deriving interesting aromatic and flavor nuances from the other varieties. Already very well integrated, this will become even more complex with aging, but is showing beautifully now. It could easily stand up to a grilled steak, but could also play nicely with a roasted duck. That’s impressive versatility."

- The Tasting Panel (June 2023), 94 pts

"This is a rich and flavorful red with aromas of plums, currants, mocha, cloves and burnt sage. Fleshy and textured, with a full body and polished, broad tannins. Lovely creamy texture, with a long and toasty finish. 35% cabernet sauvignon, 34% merlot, 13% petit verdot, 13% cabernet franc and 5% malbec. Drink now or hold."

- James SUCKLING (June 2023), 92 pts

"An inviting, herbaceous nose of thyme and sage with notes of black cherries and plums as well. Medium-to full-bodied with sandy tannins. Really clean, with bright red fruit shifting into more savory, dark-chocolate and leather character. Rather well done. Drink now."
- James SUCKLING (January 14th 2022), 92 pts

"Each component of this rich small-production blend of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot, 13% Petit Verdot, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Malbec fermented and aged separately; they were then blended after 12 months. It's highlighted by lush, sumptuous, violet-kissed black fruit as well as notes of leather, chocolate, and white pepper."

- The Tasting Panel (March 2021), 94 pts

"This is a blend of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 34% Merlot, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Tones of clove, cassis and blackberry jam carry the effusive palate, with a floral accent adding lift. - VIRGINIE BOONE"

- Wine Enthusiast Magazine (October 2020), 92 pts

"Blackberries, roasted herbs, violets, and a touch of crushed stone-like minerality emerge from the 2015 Henry's Blend, a rounded, nicely textured, delicious effort. With good acidiay and moderate tannins, it should evolve for 7-8 years, if not longer."
- Jeb Dunnuck (May 2020), 88 pts