• 85 Points
    Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 The Blend Red (Coonawarra)

    This mix of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is a bit earthy and brambly, with just a hint of sweaty leather adding character. Plum and cherry fruit offers some sweetness to the palate but there's also a hint of tomato. Mild oak and moderate persistence to the finish seal it.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2002
  • 85 Points
    Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 The Blend Red (Coonawarra)

    This mix of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is a bit earthy and brambly, with just a hint of sweaty leather adding character. Plum and cherry fruit offers some sweetness to the palate but there's also a hint of tomato. Mild oak and moderate persistence to the finish seal it.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2002
  • 85 Points
    Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 The Blend Red (Coonawarra)

    This mix of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is a bit earthy and brambly, with just a hint of sweaty leather adding character. Plum and cherry fruit offers some sweetness to the palate but there's also a hint of tomato. Mild oak and moderate persistence to the finish seal it.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2002
  • 85 Points
    Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 The Blend Red (Coonawarra)

    This mix of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is a bit earthy and brambly, with just a hint of sweaty leather adding character. Plum and cherry fruit offers some sweetness to the palate but there's also a hint of tomato. Mild oak and moderate persistence to the finish seal it.

    — M.S. Published 12/31/2002