Balnaves Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: Australia Region: South Australia, Coonawarra
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2019 Colour: Red Style: Dry
Producer: Balnaves, Pete Bissell
Description:
Planted in 1975, the vineyard is 48 hectares in size and has been in the family for three generations. The predominant variety planted is Cabernet Sauvignon at 70%. Winemaker Pete Bissell was the Qantas Winemaker of the Year 2005 and Balnaves was James Halliday’s Winery of the Year in 2008.
Tasting Note:
Deep rich red in colour, the nose is intense with aromas of cassis, blueberry, mint and seaweed, combined with fine mocha-coffee French oak. The palate is structured and lean with ripe cassis fruit and a fine tannin finish.
Ageing Potential: 10+ years ABV: 14.5%
Food Matches: Fillet Steak, Hard mature cheese, Rib-Eye Steak, Roasts
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Description
Country: Australia Region: South Australia, Coonawarra
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2019 Colour: Red Style: Dry
Producer: Balnaves, Pete Bissell
Description:
Planted in 1975, the vineyard is 48 hectares in size and has been in the family for three generations. The predominant variety planted is Cabernet Sauvignon at 70%. Winemaker Pete Bissell was the Qantas Winemaker of the Year 2005 and Balnaves was James Halliday’s Winery of the Year in 2008.
Tasting Note:
Deep rich red in colour, the nose is intense with aromas of cassis, blueberry, mint and seaweed, combined with fine mocha-coffee French oak. The palate is structured and lean with ripe cassis fruit and a fine tannin finish.
Ageing Potential: 10+ years ABV: 14.5%
Food Matches: Fillet Steak, Hard mature cheese, Rib-Eye Steak, Roasts
