Cellar Cesca Vicent S.A.-Priorat-Grenacne-Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Syrah-Spain-2008-15.0% Alcohol-$13.99- A nose of dark fruits and Asian spice, dark black in color.   A medium to full bodied blend with blackberry, blueberry, vanilla and Asian spices, found it a bit harsher than last time tried.          RP-90+       CR-87       Good with meats, chicken, pasta. 

Columbia Crest-H3-Les Chevaux-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah-Cabernet Franc-Malbec-Horse Heaven Hills-Washington State-2010-14.5% Alcohol-$14.99-A nose of dark fruit and tobacco, dark black in color.   A medium to full bodied Bordeaux blend, with cassis, black and blueberries, some chocolate, thick mouth feel, a solid value.       WS-90      CR-88       Good with meats, chicken, pasta.