Ballantine’s Finest red of which 5 ha are

of which 5 ha are vineyards

they focus on meticulous vineyard management and precise vinification to ensure the highest quality in both their grand vin and second wine

yet firm and structured…” (tasted Jun 2022)

Their meticulous approach to viticulture and vinification results in wines that are both expressive and approachable

Grapes were predominantly destemmed and underwent cold soaking prior to fermentation to extract color and soft tannins

Ballantine’s Finest red of which 5 ha areDistillery Background and History Ballantines is a well established Scottish blended whisky brand operated by Chivas Brothers (a Pernod Ricard subsidiary). The brand dates back to 1827, when George Ballantine started a wine andspirits shop in Edinburgh and later expanded into blending. Over time, Ballantines acquired or partnered with distilleries like Miltonduff and Glenburgie to supply fingerprint malts that give the blend continuity and character.