Bodega Garzón Balasto Red Blend (2018)

On the nose this elegantly spiced wine displays fresh red and black fruits notes. In the mouth tannins are juicy and vibrant with energy and vitality associated to an excellent texture and long finish.

Blend: 40% Tannat, 34% Cabernet Franc, 18% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 3% Marselan

Reviews

96 James Suckling
Blackberries and tar with black walnuts and dried violets. Full-bodied, yet so tight and focused with beautifully polished, precise tannins that give a beautiful texture. This is deep and gorgeous. Extremely attractive and reserved.

96 The Somm Journal
A blend of Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Marselan from the Atlantic coastal region of Maldonado, this remarkably aromatic red has a perfume of chocolate, gingerbread, and plum. Roasted coffee and spiced blackberry are enhanced by a dry tannin structure, while the boldness of the wine is tempered by earthiness that arises mid-palate in a wash of blackberry. Slate and salinity appear on the finish.

95 Tasting Panel
Grown in the Uruguayan region of Maldonado on the Atlantic coast, this blend of Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Marselan is remarkably aromatic, with a perfume of chocolate, gingerbread, and plum. Roasted coffee and spiced blackberry are enhanced by a dry tannin structure. The boldness of the wine is tempered by an earthiness on the blackberry-washed mid-palate. Slate and salinity appear on the finish.

93 Wine Enthusiast
Aromas of lavender, rose water, cardamom and blueberry are intriguing, which sets this prestige blend from Uruguay apart from the masses. The broad palate is jammy and generous, cut by core acidity. Herbs, plum and black raspberry flavors are aided by peppery spice on the smooth finish. Drink now-2024.

93 Wine Spectator
A rich, muscular and powerful red, with aromas of warm spices and espresso bean. Folds over on the palate around a pure cherry and black raspberry core, which is full of energy and length. Ends with marinated olive and chocolate-covered orange peel notes that linger around firm tannins. Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot and Marselan.