Kosta Browne Wines-Pinot Noir-Russian River Valley-California-2015-14.4% Alcohol–$68.00-A nose of cherries and spice, medium amber in color. A medium to full bodied Pinot, with currants, cherries, dust and spice on finish, was very smooth. WS-92 CR-91 Good with seafood, cheeses, salads. One Cork Bonus.
Linne Calodo Cellars-Rising Tides-Grenache-Mourvedre-Syrah-Tannat-Willow Creek District-Paso Robles-California-2015-15.4% Alcohol-$70.00-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark purple in color. A full-bodied Rhone blend, with flavors of blueberry, black raspberry, and cassis, finishes with licorice and Asian spices. In a good drinking zone. Linne Calodo is a great place to visit if in the Central Coast area. NR CR-90 Good with meats, chicken, pasta. One Cork Bonus.