From the southern end of Napa Valley, both Rocca Family Vineyards wines are fully mature and best consumed over the next 3-4 years. Slightly better, the 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits a sweet fudge/chocolate character along with soft, attractive, medium to full-bodied flavors.Tel. (707) 257-8467; Fax (707) 255-2269

A fine Cab that shows off its pedigree in the ripe, exuberant cherry and blackberry flavors and the smooth, sweet tannins. Oak plays a large part in this wine’s creamy sweetness. Some dusty tannins show up in the finish. Drinkable now. ——S.H.(6/1/2005)—— 90