Ketcham Estate Winery-Pinot Noir-Ketcham Vineyard-Russian River Valley-California-2007-$45.00-A nose of dusty cherry and spice, medium ruby in color.   A medium to full bodied Pinot, with raspberries, black cherry, Dr. Pepper notes, with good acidity, a solid Pinot.                 NR               CR-90              Good with seafood, cheeses, salads.

Novy Cellars-Novy Family Winery-Syrah-Page-Nord Vineyard-Napa Valley-California-2007-$16.00-A nose of sweet dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color.  A smooth, full bodied, easy drinking with rich with currants, blackberries, chocolate and spice with a good finish, great QPR,  consistent from last time tried.                   RP-89              WE-94             CR-90                Good with meats, chicken, pizza.