The 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon, which could be expected to tower qualitatively over the 2000, did not do so. It possesses supple tannin, medium body, and layers of cherry and black currant fruit intermixed with spice box, cedar, licorice, and dried herbs. Drink it over the next 7-8 years.Tel. (707) 944-1683; Fax (707) 944-9328

Made by Heidi Barrett, a gracefully soft, impressively balanced wine, with ripe, almost sweet cassis, cherry and cocoa flavors. Sure is easy to drink, but also has the structural harmony to hang in there for up to 10 years. ——S.H.(11/1/2005)—— 91