Sena, Estate Release

The 1998 Seña was heavily affected by the El Niño phenomenon which resulted in a cool, rainy harvest season that was not universally well-handled by producers. A blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Carménère, and 5% Merlot; it was aged for 18 months in 90% new French barrels. Dark terracotta in hue. The subdued nose presents notes of caramel, cedar, flan and fig. In the mouth it’s far more diluted than other incarnations with rugged, dry tannins from the wood.