Cono Sur Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 - $8

David: Light purple in color. Very interesting aromatics. At first, it was briary, with blackberry and ripe, foxy dark fruit. After a while it developed more of a currant bun nose. Both were enjoyable. Medium to light bodied with good acidity. Fruity. Not too complex. Light tannins. But quite enjoyable. A great value for $8.
Score: 4.0/5

Cono Sur Carmenere 2008 - $9

A Carmenere from Chile

David: Dark garnet color. Nose has ripe black current, tobacco, chocolate, bell pepper. A bit of volatile earthiness, maybe shoe polish. Full bodied, medium acidity. Silky smooth. Delicious, big red fruit. Soft tannins. Tasty finish with lingering sweetness. Great value.
Score: 4.0/5

Terranoble Sauvignon Blanc 2009 -$6

David: Color is yellow straw. Big nose of gooseberry, pineapple and just a hint of lemon and banana. Full bodied, bold fruit, oak. Acidity picks up into the long finish which also has some mineral character, grapefruit and mild bitterness. A tad hot. Not terribly complex but rather nice. Great value.
Score: 3.9

Jessica:
Strong green apple in nose. Adequately complex. Tart. Full-bodied and well balanced.
4.0

Calina Carmenere Reserva 2008 - $9

David: From Chile. A blend of 80% Carménère, 12% Merlot, 5% Syrah and 3% Cabernet. Carménère is a grape indigenous to Bordeaux but was practically wiped out in the Phylloxera plague in 1867. Fortunately, cuttings were transferred to Chile where it is prevalent today.

Dark, magenta in color. Huge nose of red currants, herbs, leather and vanilla. Medium to low acidity and vibrant fruits: cherry and raspberry. Medium bodied. Some tart flavors reminiscent of gamay. Silky tannins and a solid finish.
Score: 3.9/5

Terranoble Pinot Noir - Chile - $12

A big nose of fruit, candy and hints of coffee and even a whiff of sulfur. A medium to full body of raspberries and black cherries which coat the mouth. A bit of sweetness give it a cherry candy taste but with plenty of acidity that sparkles on the palate. A long smooth finish.
Score:4.4/5

Jessica: bright, tart, sweet. A splash of deliciousness on your tongue. Love the sweet fruit tastes, cherries especially stand out. Reminded me of a tart pomogrante juice upon first sip, but settles into some musky, smokier tones. Delicious, deep, complex and goes well with dark chocolate. :)
Score: 4.6/5