2017 Balnaves of Coonawarra The Blend

A blend of 68% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Petit Verdot matured in 30% new French oak for 12 months. Totally opaque black dark red colour with a deep dark red hue. Mint laced blackcurrant aromas show excellent elevation out of the glass with liquorice, vanillin cedar, light tobacco and spice notes ensuing. Medium to full bodied rich blackcurrant and liquorice fruits have fleshy feel and sit over a back drop of mint, spicy vanillin cedar and light earth. Slightly dryish finish with sturdy tannins imposing some light grip on the medium to long aftertaste.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 14%