Balblair Vintage 1999

Balblair Vintage 1999It shines copper in appearance with flecks of sparkling bronze. It aromas the American oak, ex bourbon barrels and Spanish oak, ex sherry butts used for maturation impart the signature Balblair aromas of honey and green apples, as well as notes of rich, fruity Christmas cake with a hint of spice, citrus fruits and vanilla and palate full bodied, sweet and spicy in character, with hints of honey, vanilla and leather with a warm, smooth and long lasting

Ceylon tea as well as a hint of oak

and oak that lend complexity

Concentrated

This [yellow tail] Shiraz Cabernet is no exception

it flows lightly when entering the mouth and grows without stopping

oily finish with lingering coffee notes finish

Medium bodied red wine

Aromas of exotic spice

some minerality

Palate is soft

10% Cabernet Sauvignon

fruit driven in style and with feathery tannins