Mankas Hills Vineyards-Contado Mankas-Cabernet Sauvignon-Mankas Hills Vineyard-Suisun Valley-California-2008-14.1% Alcohol-$21.99-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark garnet in color. A medium to full bodied Cab, with black cherry, blueberry, cassis, with toasted vanilla on finish. A interesting flavor profile, drinks like a Cab twice it’s price. NR CR-90 Good with meats, chicken, pasta.
Trinitas Cellars-Petite Sirah-Old Vines-Contra Costa County-California-2007-15.48% Alcohol-$25.19-A bold nose of dark fruits and spice, dark black in color. A full bodied PS, with black cherry, blueberry, currants, with chocolate spice on finish. A full flavored and bold wine. NR CR-90 Good with ribs, chicken, pasta.