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Claret,

Claret, Wine Details
Price: $35.00 per bottle

Description: The 2003 vintage began two full weeks ahead of schedule with an unusually warm March. The warm trend continued throughout the growing season and resulted in absolutely exquisite fruit which we harvested at peak ripeness. The lots were strenuously evaluated during barrel aging and blending trials. This wine was blended to highlight vivid, intense plum, blackberry, currant, and cherry fruit carried on a rich, smooth texture. This full-bodied wine’s substantial yet polished tannins are gracefully balanced by acidity and a lengthy, concentrated ripe fruit finish suggesting ageworthiness.




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