Domaine de Durban-Beaumes-de-Venise-Cuvee Prestige-Grenache-Syrah-Mourvedre-France-2005-$16.50-A nose of earthy dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color. A medium to full bodied blend, smooth, rich, plum, red currants, with some earthy spice notes, a good value. NR CR-87 Good with meats, chicken, salads.
Smith And Hook Winery-Cabernet Sauvignon-Central Coast-California-2006-$16.50-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark amber in color. A full bodied Cab, with blackberry, cherry, currants, good tannins, a good value Cab. NR CR-88 Good with steak, chicken, pasta.