Robert Biale Vineyards-Basic Black-Syrah-Zinfandel-Grenache-North Coast-California-2009-15.2% Alcohol-$35.50-A nose of dark cherries and spice, dark garnet in color.  A medium to full bodied Rhone blend, with black cherry, raspberry, herbs, licorice and pepper spiced finish.          WS-87          CR-89          Good with meats, chicken, pasta.  

Chateau Haut-Brisson-La Reserve-Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc-Saint-Emilion Grand Cru-France-2007-12.5% Alcohol-$25.00-A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark garnet in color. A dry, medium to full bodied Bordeaux blend, with blackberry, black cherry, some herbs and earth on spiced finish.  Was the best by far of three bottles I have tried.          RP-90           CR-90           Good with meats, chicken, pasta.