L’Ecole No 41-Cabernet Sauvignon-Walla Walla Valley-Washington State-2007-$22.50-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark amber in color. A smooth, medium to full bodied Cab, with blackberry, black cherry, herbs and licorice, drinking really well now, an elegant wine, would of rated higher if it had more tannins to show aging potential. RP-91 WS-92 CR-90 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.
Bodegas Alto Almanzora, S.L.-Este-Monastrell-Tempranillo-Syrah-Garnacha-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Spain-2008-$8.98-A nose of roasted dark fruit, dark purple in color. A full bodied, kitchen sink red blend. With black cherry, blueberry, with earth and spice, a bit gritty, but good juice for price. RP-89 CR-87 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.