Patrick Lesec-Cuvee Bargeton-Grenache-Syrah-Mourvedre-Chateauneuf du Pape-France-2007-15.0% Alcohol-$38.00-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark garnet in color.   A full bodied CDP, with blackberry, cassis, licorice and a long spicy finish, very good, still a baby.  Decant for a few hours.               RP-96             CR-91                Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

Chateau St Jean-Chardonnay-Robert Young Vineyard-Alexander Valley-California-2009-14.4% Alcohol-$19.99-94-A nose of bright citrus and spice, golden yellow in color.  A full bodied Chardonnay, with pineapple, orange, buttery crème brulee, with a long citrus and acidic finish.  Good stuff.              RP-88         WS-88              CR-90                 Good with seafood, cheeses, salad.