Montes Alpha-Syrah-Apalta Vineyard-Colchagua Valley-Chile-2009-$15.99-A nose of dark fruit and coffee, dark purple in color.   A smooth, full bodied Syrah, blackberry, blueberry, with some coffee and vanilla notes, a good QPR.               RP-91             WS-87              WE-88            CR-89            Good with ribs, chicken, pasta.

Azienda Vitivinicola-Le Merlettaie-Offida-Pecorino-Italy-2009-13.5% Alcohol-$13.88-A nose of bright citrus and spice, medium golden in color.  A medium to full bodied white,  with  peaches, apricots, honey, tons of acidity, has long spice finish.  A very good refreshing white for this price.             RP-90               CR-90                Good with seafood, cheeses, salad.