Tasting notesThe 2002 Black Label Claret reveals a deep garnet color and enticing aromas of dark chocolate, anise, and sweet spices. Rich, lively flavors of succulent blackberry, currant, and wild strawberry are wrapped in soft, smooth tannins.Technical notesEnsemble 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot Aging 12-14 months in French oak Alcohol 13.7% Total Acid .56 grams/100ml pH 3.71 Vineyard Monterey, Paso Robles, El Dorado County Release Date January 2004 Food pairingFOOD PAIRINGS Braised beef in red wine sauce Roast lamb with fennel Three-cheese baked ziti - Francis Coppola Claret Diamond Series 750ml -