Justin Smith told me that the 2006 Rocket Block might ultimately be blended back into the James Berry Vineyard. The wine, a blend of 39% Grenache, 37% Syrah, and the rest Mourvedre, has a deep ruby/purple color, excellent ripeness, more tannin and minerality, but with less weight and breadth of flavor than the 2005. Yet it is complex, forward, and seductive. (Not yet released) Tel. (805) 610-0363; fax (805) 238-2267

Justin Smith told me that the 2006 Rocket Block might ultimately be blended back into the James Berry Vineyard. The wine, a blend of 39% Grenache, 37% Syrah, and the rest Mourvedre, has a deep ruby/purple color, excellent ripeness, more tannin and minerality, but with less weight and breadth of flavor than the 2005. Yet it is complex, forward, and seductive.(Not yet released)Tel. (805) 610-0363; fax (805) 238-2267