Instructions: Puree Blackberries through food mill, or use food processor or blender and strain puree through a fine mesh sieve. Add water to thin, if necessary. Stir in sugar. Chill for 1 hour.

Stir puree again to be sure sugar is dissolved. Put 1 tablespoon puree in chilled wine glass. Add about 1/2 cup wine and 1/4 to 1/3 cup sparkling water. Stir. Add Blackberries and ice cubes, if using. Serve immediately.

This recipe yields 8 servings.

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