Robert Biale Vineyards-Basic Black-Petite Sirah-Syrah-Mourvedre-Grenache-Zinfandel-Sonoma County-California-2015-14.8% Alcohol-$42.00-A nose of dark cherries and spice, dark garnet in color.  A medium to full bodied Rhone blend, with black cherry, raspberry, herbs, licorice and pepper spiced finish.          NR          CR-89          Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

Daou Vineyards-Cabernet Sauvignon-Paso Robles-California-2017-14.5% Alcohol-$24.99-A nose of dark fruits and some spices, dark garnet in color.  A medium to full bodied Cab, with blackberry, cassis, cocoa, and spices on finish.          RP-90-92          WE-93 (Editors Choice)          CR-89          Good with meats, chicken, pasta.