2001 Sine Qua Non Ventriloquist Grenache (Slightly Stained Label) Italian excellent freshness and absolutely no

excellent freshness and absolutely no signs of over-ripeness

clean finish

which is layered with flavors of crushed blackberry and cassis

spiced black fruits are not as complex or momentous as Clinet in 2009 or '10

2001 Sine Qua Non Ventriloquist Grenache (Slightly Stained Label) Italian excellent freshness and absolutely no"The 2001 Ventriloquist is a blend of 82% Grenache and 18% Syrah. Sixty percent of the fruit came from the Alban Vineyard, 32% from the Stolpman Vineyard, and 8% from the Shadow Canyon Vineyard. There are approximately 400 cases of this nectar. While it may not hit the surreal prodigiousness of the 2000 Incognito, it is a spectacular effort from a cooler growing season. It boasts a saturated purple color as well as beautiful aromatics of red and black