J.L. Chave Selection-Offerus-Saint Joseph-Red Rhone Wine-France-2006-$16.72-A nose of

dark fruit and spice, dark in color.  A smooth, bright medium bodied wine, strawberry, plum, some

floral aspects, earth.         WS-91        CR-4-4.5     Good with fish, salads, pasta.

St. Francis Winery & Vineyard-Port-Sonoma County-California-2006-$18.00-A big spicy nose

of dark fruit, dark black in color.  A smooth, enjoyable Port, dark berries, plum, caramel, vanilla and

spice.   Unusual blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Zinfandel for a port.   I visited their

winery a few years back, beautiful property, great tasting room.      NR-     CR-4.5       Good with

deserts, ice cream, cigars.