2017 DÉRANGÉ RED BLEND BY THE PRISONER
$100
Dérangé epitomizes The Prisoner Wine Company's renowned style, crafted from varietals spanning the best lots across the portfolio. The blend combines high-elevation Cabernet Sauvignon and dry-farmed Malbec with small premium lots of Merlot, Syrah, and Petite Sirah. This rich, boldly flavorful, powerfully structured red blend represents the culmination of the skills, patience, and passion of our winemakers and growers. The end of our wait is your reward.
2017 was an excellent growing year overall. Generous winter rains were followed by an early bud break. Mild weather continued throughout summer and the beginning of harvest. Some heat spikes arrived in late September, but harvest ended with cool temperatures and rain beginning in mid-October.