Portal del Montsant-Santbru-Carinyenes Velles-Carrignan-Syrah-Grenache-Spain-2007-14.5% Alcohol-$19.99-A nose of roasted meats and spice, dark purple in color.   A full bodied red blend, with blackberry, blueberry, herbs and minerals and spice on long finish, an interesting wine, decant.             RP-93           CR-88              Good with meats, chicken, pasta.

Goldschmidt Vineyards-Royce-Red Blend-Alexander Valley-California-2009-14.2% Alcohol-$14.99-A nose of dark fruits and spice, dark garnet in color.   A medium to full bodied Cab with blackberries and cassis, finishes with a spicy and hints of vanilla, has some heat, but a good value.          NR          CR-88           Good with meats, chicken, pasta.