Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Claret 2017

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Wine Spectator - 87/100

Grape varieties:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Cabernet Franc

Tasting notes:
Color: Beautiful ruby red.
Nose: Intense, complex aromas of black currant, raspberries, violets, accompanied by a hint of anise.
Palate: A full-bodied wine with soft tannins and the flavors of black cherries, pomegranates, roasted oak and vanilla.

Food pairings
Filet mignons with blue cheese, grilled lamb chops, potatoes with truffle butter.

Terroir
This blend was inspired by the great wines of Bordeaux. Mainly sourced from the soils in Solano, El Dorado and Lake Counties, the grapes come from higher elevations and volcanic soils.

Wine preparation
Twelve months of aging in French oak barrels.

Enologist
Corey Beck

Alcohol content:
13.5%

Aging potential:
4-6 years