Placeholder
Out of stock

Balnaves Shiraz 2008

Stylish and savoury, with elegance and some meaty complexity, this dark-fruited shiraz of medium weight has a sweet, floral perfume of blackberries and redcurrants, dark chocolate oak and spicy nuances of nutmeg and cloves, mint and menthol lifted by sweet floral aromas. Its long, sour-edged expression of blackberries, dark cherries and plums is supported by fine, silky tannin and a hint of mineral.

Vintage

2008

Peak years to drink

2016 - 2020+

Jeremy's score

92 / 100

Seal type

Screw top

Want a discount? Become a member!

Category:
Balnaves Shiraz
Coonawarra
Price Range at Release: $20-$29
Vintage: 2015
Alc %: 14.0
$ Rel: 30
Stylish and savoury, with elegance and some meaty complexity, this dark-fruited shiraz of medium weight has a sweet, floral perfume of blackberries and redcurrants, dark chocolate oak and spicy nuances of nutmeg and cloves, mint and menthol lifted by sweet floral aromas. Its long, sour-edged expression of blackberries, dark cherries and plums is supported by fine, silky tannin and a hint of mineral.
Last Date Tasted: 24/10/2018
Similar wines from this maker
  • Cellar
  • Drink Now
  • Maybe Too Old
Vintage
Score/100
Score/20
Year To Drink
2015
8615.8

2020-2023
2013
8916.7

2012-2025
2010
8816.4

2018-2022
2009
8816.5

2017-2021
2008
9217.9

2016-2020+
2006
8816.4

2011-2014+
2005
9217.8

2013-2017
2004
9318.1

2012-2016+
2002
8716.0

2007-2010
2001
9017.3

2003-2006
1999
8916.7

2001-2004+

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
White Wines
Chardonnay >
Red Wines
Cabernet Merlot >Cabernet Sauvignon >Entav Clone 2 Cabernet Blend >Shiraz >The Blend Cabernet Blend >The Tally Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon >
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:
www.balnaves.com.au
Email:
[email protected]

Related products