Outcast Wines-Merlot-Oak Knoll District-Napa Valley-California-2009-14.4% Alcohol-$26.99-A nose of some dark fruit and spice, dark garnet in color. A medium to full bodied red, with blueberry, blackberry, licorice and spice on finish, still needs a decant. NR CR-89 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.
Bodega Catena Zapata-Catena Alta-Chardonnay-Historic Rows-Mendoza-Argentina-2011-14.0% Alcohol-$24.99-A bold nose of citrus and spice, golden yellow in color. A full bodied complex Chard, with honey, apple, peach, buttered popcorn, with a long acidic spice finish. RP-92 WS-90 CR-90 Good with seafood, cheese, salads. One Cork Bonus.