The Hess Collection-Allomi-Cabernet Sauvignon-Petite Sirah-Napa Valley-California-2009-14.4% Alcohol-$22.99-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark purple garnet in color.    A full bodied Cab, with  jammy blackberry, currants, vanilla and nutmeg.  A good drinking red, a good value.                WS-86             WE-84                 CR-89                 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

Beringer Vineyards-Meritage-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Petit Verdot-Knights Valley-California-2009-14.4% Alcohol-$22.99-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark purple in color.  A medium to full bodied red blend, with black raspberry, blueberry, chocolate and spices, with a smooth finish.               NR              CR-90                Good with meats, chicken, pasta.