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About the Wine

About the Wine
Falcor’s simple philosophy is that great wines start in the vineyard. They have developed proprietary relationships with premium growers in order to select the best suited vineyards for each single varietal. The 2005 “Le Bijou” (“The Jewel” in French) is an elegant Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Crafted in the style of great Bordeaux wines, the varieties were aged separately in French oak for eleven months, then racked, blended together and placed back into barrel for 15 months additional aging.

Tasting Panel Notes
Tasting Panel Notes
This was a tough group to impress, but the 2005 Le Bijou did a very good job of getting accolades from everyone in the room. It’s not easy getting such intense ripe fruit to have such great balance and structure combined with smooth tannins. Almost everyone noted the extended berry finish on this wine that highlighted the superb expression of both red and black fruits. Our experts marveled about its perfect balance of complexity and fruit showcasing superb winemaking in a premium red blend. Trust us on this one, it will be a true ‘jewel’ for the ladies.

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2005 ‘Le Bijou’

Napa Valley

79% Cabernet Sauvignon,
13% Cabernet Franc
6% Merlot,
2% Petit Verdot

Price: $45/Btl.
(10% off case)

Item# - FWLB05

Winemaker’s Quote:
“Opening with aromas of tobacco, cassis, cedar, cola berries and dusty earth, the wine is loaded with opulent blackberry and blueberry fruit that is balanced by sweet tannins and subtle new oak. Luscious and graceful, this wine has a finish that lingers on and on.”
~ Ray Coursen, Winemaker

Favorite Pairings:

Bleu cheese crusted Filet Mignon, roasted duck with bing-cherry glaze, BBQ Ribs, mushroom burger

Case Price: $486

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