Puerto Ancona-Tikal-Patriota-Bonarda-Malbec-Mendoza-Argentina-2009-$15.98-A nose of dark meaty fruit and spice, dark black purple in color.   A full bodied blend, with blackberry, blueberry compote, dense spice and vanilla finish.  Good but liked the 2008 more.                     RP-92                WS-89               WE-89              CR-88                   Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

McManis Family Vineyards-Petite Sirah-California-2008-$9.99-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color. A full bodied PS, with currants, blackberries, and dusty spice, an enjoyable every day wine, very good for price level.                  WE-84                 CR-88                    Good with meats, chicken, pasta.