Bodega Monteviejo-Altitude 1050-Malbec-Mendoza-Argentina-2005-$19.98-A nose of dark fruit and some spice, dark amber in color.  A smooth, easy drinking Malbec, maybe a bit past it’s prime, very food friendly.              NR           CR-3.5-4            Good with chicken, pork, pasta.

Bergevin Lane Vineyards-Cabernet Sauvignon-Columbia Valley-Washington State-2005-$20.99-A nose of dark fruit and spice, very dark in color.  A smooth, pleasant Cab, cherry, black currants, blackberry, sweet spices.   The third time I have tried this wine in the past year, consistent each time.       WS-90        RP-89         CR-4-4.5        Good with chicken, meats, pasta.