The 2003 Old Patch Red, a blend of 55.5% Zinfandel, 21.5% Petite Sirah, and the rest Carignan and Sangiovese, is a delicious bistro-styled red with exuberant, spicy, peppery, herbal, and black cherry and berry fruit, a soft, savory palate, lots of spice, pepper, and depth, and no hard edges. It’s a shame there are so few of this type of wine made in California. I wouldn’t discount this offering’s aging potential either, as I suspect it is going to drink well for 4-5 years, possibly longer. Tel. (707) 433-3104; Fax (707) 433-5825