Eleanor - Francis Ford Coppola Winery

The Eleanor from Francis Ford Coppola Winery is a wonderful red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (58%), Syrah (34%), Petit Syrah (6%) and Merlot (2%). Francis Ford Coppola dedicates this wine to his wife: "... after fifty years of marriage, I want to honor her with 'Eleanor' her own wine."

In the glass, this red wine from California presents a rich cherry red hue with ruby highlights. Powerful aromas of ripe blackberry, plum and some anise unfold on the nose. The palate is treated to concentrated notes of fresh raspberries, juicy cherries and hints of dark chocolate as well as black pepper and a touch of minerality. The body is excellently structured and convinces with its firm tannin. The finish is unforgettably long and finely spicy. 

Vinification of the Eleanor Coppola

The grapes for this red wine come from vineyards in Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, North Coast, Rutherford and Napa Valley. 

The grapes are carefully harvested by hand. In the open fermentation tank, the mash is pressed down up to 4 times daily. After fermentation, this red wine is aged for 20 months in French oak barriques. 

Food recommendation for the Coppolas Eleanor

Enjoy this American red wine with saddle of venison in a bed of hay, venison steak wrapped in bacon, olive-crusted beef tenderloin or with cassoulet. 

Awards for the Francis Ford Coppola Eleanor

• Wine Enthusiast: 93 points for 2012
• Critics Challenge: Platinum & 97 points for 2012
• Sommelier Challenge: Gold & 93 points for 2012
• San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition: double gold for 2012
• Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition: Gold % 93 points for 2012

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