What is the difference between claret and Cabernet Sauvignon?
Claret is not a type of grape, but a British nickname for the red wines of Bordeaux. The red wines of Bordeaux are typically a blend of multiple grapes, including, as you note, Cabernet Sauvignon, the other big one being Merlot, along with Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot.
What wineries does Francis Coppola own?
Francis Ford Coppola Winery. Geyserville, CA. Explore wine, food, and adventure at Francis Ford Coppola Winery.
Why did Francis Ford Coppola make director’s cut wine?
In the film business, the “Director’s Cut” emerged as a means for filmmakers to present their own creative vision of a story. At Francis Ford Coppola Winery, Director’s Cut wines were created as a way for our winemakers to craft wines that would reflect their own unique interpretation of the quintessential Sonoma wine.
What kind of wine does the family Coppola make?
Full-bodied and robust, The Family Coppola 93rd Awards Cabernet Sauvignon delights the nose with tantalizing aromas of blueberry, mocha toffee, and dark cocoa spice. Juicy flavors of concentrated blackberry and ripe plum are followed with notes of mocha, and an enticing vanilla caramel lift on the finish – an exceptional wine
How did director’s cut wine get its name?
Named after the version of a film which most reflects the director’s vision, Director’s Cut wines represent our winemaker’s vision of varietal wines, which express true appellation character In the film business, the “Director’s Cut” emerged as a means for filmmakers to present their own creative vision of a story.
Who is the wife of Francis Ford Coppola?
Eleanor has always been a true partner in all of Francis’s endeavors. After fifty years of marriage, Francis wanted to honor her with ‘Eleanor,’ her own wine. Made in honor of those brave men that altered the history of a nation, we created our limited production I Mille