A blend of 85% Grenache, 10% Syrah, and 5% Mourvedre (all from the Beckman-Purisima Mountain Vineyards), the 2001 Vin du Soleil red exhibits a dense ruby/purple color in addition to delicious licorice-infused berry fruit with hints of pepper, spice box, and earth, moderate tannin, and loads of personality. Drink it over the next 2-3 years. Tel. (805) 649-1674