The Grenache-dominated 2000 La Vieille Ferme Cotes du Ventoux (150,000 case) offers a deep ruby color, copious quantities of cherry fruit, a pleasant, open-knit texture, and soft tannin. It is the type of delicious red often found in the southern Rhone, but no where else in the world at this quality level and price.
Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham, AL; tel. (205) 980-8802