2016 Balnaves Cabernet Merlot 750ml Fraser Gallop Firm and intense with notes

Firm and intense with notes of ripe black cherry

beginning fruity and quickly becoming spicy

A fascinating and strong-willed Burgundian producer making some of the most inspiring Pinot Noir on the Cote d'Or

Heady with violets and lavender

A rare opportunity to experience over 167 years of living liquid history

2016 Balnaves Cabernet Merlot 750ml Fraser Gallop Firm and intense with notes55% cabernet sauvignon, 45% merlot. Matured in new (30%) and seasoned French oak. A smooth outcome courtesy of nicely textural merlot fruit boasting the prettiest florals. Strikingly dense purple garnet hue. Bright juniper berry, cassis notes with the aforementioned roses, violets, potpourri. Melds nicely on the palate with tight grained oak and highlights of garden mint.