The 2000 Proprietary Red Wine (a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Sangiovese, and 11% Petite Sirah) is outstanding. An inky/ruby/purple color is followed by a bouquet of charcoal, toasty oak, espresso roast, and black currants. This dense, rich, full-bodied, sweet wine possesses ripe tannin, low acidity, and a plump, layered, concentrated style. It is a hedonistically as well as intellectually pleasing effort to enjoy over the next 7-8 years. Tel. and Fax: (707) 942-8464

Pretty good, although it is without much depth. The tart black cherry, tobacco and herb flavors are folded into thick tannins, and the finish is very dry and astringent. Might soften a bit with a few years of age.——S.H.(12/31/2003)—— 85