Beaulieu Vineyard BV Claret 1978 Label Blemish (1.5 L) Size:1.5 Liter The 1997 Cinq Cepages is

The 1997 Cinq Cepages is a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance Merlot

Powerful and assertive on the long finish

it is ripe

Raspberry and black currant notes intermixed with incense

The 12 Year should be considered in parallel with the 15 Year

Beaulieu Vineyard BV Claret 1978 Label Blemish (1.5 L) Size:1.5 Liter The 1997 Cinq Cepages is***Label Damage*** This gem is a one off for Beaulieu vineyard. When the winery made the decision to discontinue its 'Burgundy' line (a delicious but inappropriately named blend), the Cabernet grapes needed a home. Hence the Claret, released only in magnum (as is our understanding) and is absolutely delicious today. Smooth, sweet and rich (but NOT overblown nor overdone). This is a steal. It is the first time since release that we have seen it. This