There are 600 cases of the deep ruby/purple-colored 2001 Altagracia a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon 12% Merlot and 8% Petit Verdot. This seductive effort reveals more fruit charm and lushness than the structured more narrow 2000. It should prove to be a crowd-pleaser if consumed over the next 7-8 years. The selection for this offering is not made in the vineyard but rather in May immediately before bottling. (Release date Summer 2004) Tel. (707) 942-6061; Fax (707) 942-6471