Buller Wines Balladeer Rutherglen Durif

With its dense, inky black hue tinged with a vibrant dark red, this wine immediately captivates the eye. Upon the nose, it unveils a delightful array of aromas, where fresh morello cherries dance alongside notes of licorice and ripe black plum, gracefully entwined with the nuances of vanillin oak and a hint of spice. Upon the palate, its full-bodied nature unfolds, revealing a harmonious fusion of spicy morello cherries and black cherry fruits, intertwined with the subtle sweetness of licorice, the warmth of toasty vanillin oak, and a delicate earthiness. Balanced with youthful acidity and robust yet integrated tannins, it maintains a lively energy from start to finish, culminating in a satisfying medium-length conclusion. Aged for 12 months in American oak hogsheads, this wine embodies elegance and depth.