Robert Biale Vineyards-The Hill Climber-Syrah-Grenache-Mourvedre-Sierra Foothills-Sonoma Valley-California-2008-14.9% Alcohol-$42.00-A nose of dark fruits and spices, dark purple in color.  A full bodied Rhone blend, with blackberry, black cherry, some chocolate and spices on finish, good not great.          NR          CR-89          Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

Marie-Pierre Manciat-Macon Les Morizottes-Chardonnay-Bourgogne-France-2011-12.5% Alcohol-$13.98-A nose of bright citrus and spices, medium golden in color.  A medium to full bodied white, with citrus, peach, some butter, minerals and spice on finish.  A great QPR, refreshing.          RP-91          CR-90          Good with seafood, cheeses, salads.          One Cork Bonus.