The deep ruby/purple-hued 2004 Farewell Cuvee (70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, and 2% Petit Verdot) is the estate’s last offering made from Beckstoffer Vineyard fruit. While tannic, rich, concentrated, and promising, it is not as impressive as the Beckstoffer Vineyard Cabernets produced in 2003 or 2001. It will unquestionably need time as this appears to be the most tannic, backward cuvee of the 2004 vintage from Les Behrens. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2018. (Release date 3/07)Tel. 707-963-1774; Fax 707-963-8206