Buoncristiani Family Winery-O.P.C.-Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah-Merlot-Malbec-Napa Valley-California-2011-14.4% Alcohol-$24.99-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark purple in color. A full bodied Bordeaux blend with blackberry, currants, cherry, and chocolate with spice on finish. A bit past peak, drink now. NR CR-89 Good with steak, chicken, pasta.
Marques De Murrieta S.A.-Finca Ygay-Reserva-Tempranillo-Granciano-Mazuello-Garnacha-Rioja-Spain-2016-14.5% Alcohol-$24.99-A nose of some funk and dark fruit, purple in color. A medium to full bodied red blend, with black cherry, cassis, tar and spice on finish, much better day two. WS-91 CR-89 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.