Allegrini-Valpolicella-Dry Red-Fumane-Italy-2007-$11.99-A nose of cherry, ruby in color. A smooth, easy drinking, food friendly red. Cherry, berry, herbs, medium bodied, a good value. RP-87 WS-86 CR-4 Good with chicken, cheeses, salads.
Novelty Hill Winery-Syrah-Columbia Valley-Washington State-2005-$15.55-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color. Black and blue berries, some pepper, licorice, more medium bodied, good finish, good not great. RP-89 WS-89 WE-91 CR-4 Good with ribs, chicken, pasta.