Soos Creek Wine Cellars-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Columbia Valley-Washington State-2006-$17.77-A nose of dark fruit and smoke, dark amber in color. Blackberry, cassis, currants and spice, layers of flavors, full bodied, drinks like a $50 blend. RP-91 WE-92 CR-4.5 Good with steak, chicken, pasta.
Domaine Grand Veneur-Clos Sixte-Lirac-Grenache-Syrah-Mourvedre-France-2006-$14.94-A nose of earthy red fruit and spice, medium to dark amber in color. Raspberry, plum, licorice, spice, smooth and earthy, a very good value for the price. RP-90 WS-90 CR-4-4.5 Good with pork, cheese, salads.