A blend of 79% cabernet sauvignon, 15 % merlot and 6% cabernet franc, the wine aged 27 months in American, French and German oak barrels. It was bottled in March, 2000 and released in September 2010. This Renaissance Premier Cuvee 1997 features towering (but not astringent) tannins; stunning (but not ...
This wine smells of plum, sour cherry,and a hint of forest floor. Bright cherry and plum flavors accompany the juicy acidity of the wine. Tangy and mouth-watering.
Winemaker's Notes: The most broad-shouldered, richest Renaissance bottling in 1998, this wine will reward patience, or savor it now by decanting a few hours before serving. Stunning depth of flavor, laser-like purity of ...
