Balnaves of Coonawarra

The Tally Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

9.335 ratings
9.513 pro ratings
Coonawarra, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Travis W

Tres Bon mate, tres bon. This bottle at 23 years old was absolutely in the sweet spot. The tannins were fully integrated, acid was spot on and the fruit was perfectly aged. Tremendously drinkable. I personally wouldn't have picked it as a Coonawarra, but what would I know? Either way, I'm so happy when you age a top wine and it comes out of the bottle like this. Lovely.

Tres Bon mate, tres bon. This bottle at 23 years old was absolutely in the sweet spot. The tannins were fully integrated, acid was spot on and the fruit was perfectly aged. Tremendously drinkable. I personally wouldn't have picked it as a Coonawarra, but what would I know? Either way, I'm so happy when you age a top wine and it comes out of the bottle like this. Lovely.

May 1st, 2021
Bob McDonald

As per previous notes. Dense crimson in colour. Cedar, blackberry and geranium. To borrow HH’s phrase “effortless style”. Demonstrates why Coonawarra’s red dirt is marvellous for Cabernet. 96% Cabernet 4% Petit Verdot. The Tally is the top Cuvée from Balnaves. Rich, medium to full bodied.

As per previous notes. Dense crimson in colour. Cedar, blackberry and geranium. To borrow HH’s phrase “effortless style”. Demonstrates why Coonawarra’s red dirt is marvellous for Cabernet. 96% Cabernet 4% Petit Verdot. The Tally is the top Cuvée from Balnaves. Rich, medium to full bodied.

Sep 13th, 2020
Bob McDonald

Medium plus crimson in colour. Strong Coonawarra mint on the nose and black currant. After a time eucalyptus/menthol notes. Classic Coonawarra Cabernet flavours with cassis to the fore demonstrating why it has been a great district for Cabernet for over 60 years. More opulent than savoury but still only medium bodied. Drink the last one in the next year or two.

Medium plus crimson in colour. Strong Coonawarra mint on the nose and black currant. After a time eucalyptus/menthol notes. Classic Coonawarra Cabernet flavours with cassis to the fore demonstrating why it has been a great district for Cabernet for over 60 years. More opulent than savoury but still only medium bodied. Drink the last one in the next year or two.

Apr 24th, 2020
Bob McDonald

Deep crimson. Notes of cassis, mint and bay leaf - also vanillan oak. Medium bodied with fine grainy tannins. A long future ahead even though 10 years old now. A great accompaniment to BBQ Cape Grim Rib and Waygu on New Years Eve.

Deep crimson. Notes of cassis, mint and bay leaf - also vanillan oak. Medium bodied with fine grainy tannins. A long future ahead even though 10 years old now. A great accompaniment to BBQ Cape Grim Rib and Waygu on New Years Eve.

Jan 1st, 2019
Shane Mohr

Winemaker La Crema

9.4

Both under Procork! My favorite closure.

Both under Procork! My favorite closure.

1 person found it helpfulNov 9th, 2014
Stephen Howell

Cellarbrations at Cottesloe Western Australia, Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW)

9.8

Wow. Kick ass. Tasted it blind and would not have guessed it older than an 08. Still young, big, powerful and layered. Looks amazing.

Wow. Kick ass. Tasted it blind and would not have guessed it older than an 08. Still young, big, powerful and layered. Looks amazing.

Jun 4th, 2015
Charlie Beatty

Buyer wineworksonline.com

10

Awesome medium to full bodied with Gobs of fruit. Tried another vintage years ago and was ok. Now somebody has greatly improved this Very Good Cab. Seek out here and put in the cellar for 3-4 years.

Awesome medium to full bodied with Gobs of fruit. Tried another vintage years ago and was ok. Now somebody has greatly improved this Very Good Cab. Seek out here and put in the cellar for 3-4 years.

Nov 2nd, 2014
Leonardo Troeman

Frickin tannins

Frickin tannins

Jul 11th, 2017
Andrew Wilkie

Absolutely gorgeous. Let decant for 3 hours and was like silk.

Absolutely gorgeous. Let decant for 3 hours and was like silk.

Mar 21st, 2016
Keith Pinault

Wow. Stunning fruit, a little briny, herbal kick. Stellar.

Wow. Stunning fruit, a little briny, herbal kick. Stellar.

Oct 25th, 2015