Finca Sandoval, S.A.-Syrah- Mourvedre- Bobal-Manchuela-Spain-2008-14.0% Alcohol-$17.99-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark purple in color.   A full bodied red blend, with blackberry, blueberry, cherry, vanilla and spice on finish.   A very good and interesting blend, a great QPR.           WS-90          WE-91         CR-91           Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

Parducci Wine Cellars-Petite Sirah-Small Lot Blend-Mendocino County-California-2009-14.0% Alcohol-$10.99-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark purple in color. A medium to full bodied PS, with black cherry, blackberry, chocolate, with a spicy finish.   A very good value, a easy drinker.           WS-84           CR-87           Good with meats, chicken, pasta.