The dark ruby-colored 2000 Coast Range offers straightforward aromas of briery, berry fruit, medium body, good ripeness, and a monolithic personality. It is satisfying on a low-brow level. The wine is a blend of 52% Zinfandel, 20% Carignan, 9% Petit Sirah, 6% Grenache, 6% Sangiovese, and the balance Mourvedre. This is a wine to drink over the near term. It represents California's answer to a French Cotes du Rhone.Tel. (408) 867-3233