Fundamental Wines-Joey Tensley-Syrah-Petite Sirah-Mourvedre-Grenache-Viognier-Central Coast-California-2017-15.0% Alcohol-$13.98-A nose of some dark fruit and spice, dark garnet in color. A medium to full bodied kitchen sink red blend, with blackberry, black cherry, coffee and spice on finish, a good value. Met Joey Tensley recently as he poured his Syrah based wines at a private tasting. NR CR-88 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.
Amour Prive-Hommage-Merlot-Cabernet Franc-Rive Gauche-Napa Valley-California-2011-14.4% Alcohol-$19.99-A nose of Boudreaux style fruit, dark purple in color. A medium to full bodied red blend, with blackberry, black cherry, licorice and dust on spiced finish, a short decant is needed, was very good. NR CR-90 Good with steak, chicken, pasta. One Cork Bonus.