Balnaves The Blend 2013
Bordeaux Red Blends
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Product Details
Varietal
Producer
Vintage
2013
Size
750ML
ABV
14%
Features
Green Wine
Screw Cap
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Winemaker Notes
Vintage 2013 was generally mild with one warm period. This produced outstanding Merlot from the Avery and Silage vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon from Walker, Avery and Quarry and Petit Verdot from Dunstan vineyard. These were combined and matured in French oak for 14 months.
Dark red in colour, the nose is intense with aromas of mulberry, wild blackberry and liquorice combined with delicate smoky-coffee French oak. The palate is medium bodied with a soft round Merlot mouth- feel, black fruit flavours and a touch of dried herbs. This wine will reward careful cellaring, and decant before drinking.
Blend: 52% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot
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Wine Spectator
The fresh cherry and plum flavors show fragrant accents of mint and anise. This is polished and bright on the long finish, where all the elements sing in harmony. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2026.
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BSTBALCABSAV_2013 Item# 151282