Esser Vineyards-Cabernet Sauvignon-Vin Rouge-Monterey County-California-2014-13.5% Alcohol-$12.67-A nose of some rec fruits and some spice, garnet in color.  A medium bodied red, with, black cherry, raspberry, some cocoa and spice on finish, average at best.          WE-87          CR-84          Good with meats, chicken, pasta. 

Daou Vineyards-Pessimist-Syrah- Zinfandel-Petite Sirah- Paso Robles-California-2016-15.2% Alcohol-$16.99-A nose of dark fruit and funk, dark purple in color.  A medium to full bodied kitchen sink red blend, with blackberry, cassis, chocolate and spice on finish, some rough edges.          RP-92          CR-88          Good with meats, chicken, pasta.