Dutton Estate Winery-Syrah-Dutton Ranch-My Father’s Vineyard-Russian River Valley-California-2007-14.5%-$24.44-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color.  A full bodied single vineyard Syrah, with black cherry, blackberry, tar and pepper with a spice finish, good juice.             WE-93           CR-91             Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

JC Cellars-Syrah-Caldwell Vineyards-Napa Valley-California-2006-15.0% Alcohol-$35.00-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color.   A full bodied and smooth Syrah, with blackberry, blueberry, earthy spices, was tight at opening, a bit of a rough finish, not as good as last time tried.             WS-91           CR-89              Good with meats, chicken, pasta.