Fulcrum Wines-Pinot Noir-Tina Marie Vineyard-Russian River Valley-California-2008-$45.00-A nose of cherries and spice,  deep crimson in color.  A full bodied and smooth Pinot,  rich and seductive, with raspberry, black cherry, cola and spiced tea finish.  A very good Pinot Noir.                        WS-86               WE-94                CR-92               Good with seafood, cheeses, salads.

X Winery-Amicus-Syrah-Reserve-Truchard Vineyard-Carneros-Napa Valley-California-2009-15.99-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark black in color. A full bodied Syrah, with black cherry,  with spice and pepper, disjointed on a whole.                    NR                CR-85                 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.