Domaine Des Martinelles-Marsanne-Roussanne-Crozes Hermitage Blanc-Gervans-France-2011-13% Alcohol-$19.98-A nose of citrus and spice, medium golden in color. A medium bodied white Rhone blend, with peach, melon, minerals, with lemon spice finish, good acidity. WS-92 CR-90 Good with seafood, cheeses, salads.
Vina Robles-Petite Sirah-Estate-Paso Robles-California-2009-15.0% Alcohol-$21.98-A bold nose of dark fruits and spice, dark purple in color. A full bodied PS, with blackberry, black currants, jammy, cocoa and spice on finish. Was undrinkable right out of the bottle, decant for a few hours and wine becomes approachable and enjoyable. Still a baby. WS-89 WE-89 CR-90 Good with ribs, chicken, pasta.