"Claret" is an Old-English word from the middle ages that was used to describe wines from the Bordeaux region of France. Today we use it for our Bordeaux-style blend composed of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 8% Malbec, 5% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc. Well-rounded and complex this wine’s black cherry, crushed herb and vanilla characters are backed by an acidity that complements cuisine as exciting as red sauces and garlic. Drink now through 2012. Gold Medal San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.