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Balnaves Chardonnay 2004
A well-made, smooth and savoury chardonnay that just lacks in genuine fruit brightness. Its slightly cooked, citrusy aromas of cumquat and quince overlie vanilla and clove-like oak, with undertones of butterscotch. Medium in weight, it’s dusty and herbal, with lemon/grapefruit flavours finishing dry and nutty.
Vintage
2004
Peak years to drink
2006 - 2009
Jeremy's score
87 / 100
Seal type
Screw top
Balnaves Chardonnay
Coonawarra
Price Range at Release: $20-$29
Vintage: 2014
Alc %: 13.0
$ Rel: 29
A well-made, smooth and savoury chardonnay that just lacks in genuine fruit brightness. Its slightly cooked, citrusy aromas of cumquat and quince overlie vanilla and clove-like oak, with undertones of butterscotch. Medium in weight, it's dusty and herbal, with lemon/grapefruit flavours finishing dry and nutty.
Last Date Tasted: 17/05/2015
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Vintage
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Score/100
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Score/20
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Year To Drink
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2014
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88 | 16.4 | 2016-2019  |
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2013
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88 | 16.6 | 2015-2018+ |
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2012
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87 | 16.2 | 2014-2017+ |
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2011
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90 | 17.1 | 2013-2016 |
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2010
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90 | 17.3 | 2012-2015+ |
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2007
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89 | 16.7 | 2009-2012 |
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2006
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86 | 15.8 | 2008-2011 |
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2005
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90 | 17.0 | 2007-2010+ |
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2004
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87 | 16.2 | 2006-2009 |
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2003
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91 | 17.4 | 2005-2008 |
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2002
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88 | 16.5 | 2004-2007 |
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2001
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83 | 15.2 | 2002-2003+ |
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1999
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86 | 15.8 | 2000-2001+ |
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1998
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82 | 15.0 | 1999-2000 |
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Winery
Balnaves
Balnaves has emerged over the last decade as one of CoonawarraŐs finest growers and makers of red wine. Over the years this maker has evolved its own style of red that involves a long ripening prior to harvest which can result in some slightly shrivelled and meaty characters, while most reveal a typically firm and drying astringency. While the flagship The Tally Cabernet Sauvignon most reflects these aspirations and usually has the depth of fruit to handle this approach (the 2012 being a fine example), the Cabernet Sauvignon can appear more elegant and vibrant by comparison. As frequently occurs, the inexpensive The Blend has provided one of the better inexpensive tasting experiences of the year.
Chief Executive(s):
Doug Balnaves
Winemaker:
Jacinta Jenkins
Viticulturist:
Peter Balnaves
Production Dozen:
10,000
Address:
15517 Riddoch Highway , Coonawarra , South Australia 5263 Australia
Cellar Door Open Hours:
7 days, Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm, Weekends & Public Holidays 12pm - 5pm
Principal Wine Region:
Coonawarra
Telephone:
(08) 8737 2946
Website:
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