Lafond Vineyards-Lafond-SRH-Pinot Noir-Sta Rita Hills-2006-$16.99-A spicy nose, medium in dark color for a Pinot. Cranberry, pomegranates, spice, light and juicy. I have reviewed this last year with same results, a solid Pinot at this price point. WS-88 CR-4 Good with salad, seafood, chicken.
Perrin & Fils-Vinsobres-Les Cornuds-Southern Rhone-France-2006-$15.99-A delicate spiced nose, amber in color. Black currants, fig, coffee, minerals notes, a smooth enjoyable medium bodied wine. The Southern Rhone areas of France produce great wines that I enjoy very much with or without food. WS-91 RP-89-90 CR-4-4.5 Good with chicken, pasta, salads.