Deep ruby-colored, the 2001 Cotes du Rhone-Villages Sablet Vieilles Vignes exhibits a sweet perfume of black cherries and spice, firm tannin, and an intriguing mineral component. Tightly-knit, with noticeable tannin, it is a well-made effort to drink over the next 3-4 years.
Importers: Louis/Dressner Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 319-8768; David Hinkle, North Berkeley Imports, Berkeley, CA; tel. (510) 848-8910; and Vintners Select.