Bogle Petite Syrah 2008 - $9

David: Dark purple. Nose of cedar, smoke, briary blackberry, almond. Full bodied. Good weight and structure with dense fruit, good acidity and powerful tannins with good finish. Another great bargain from Bogle.
Score: 4.1/5

Big Terra Red Petite Syrah 2004 - $15

From the Illinois River Winery. Grapes from the Snow Lakes Vineyard, Northern California.

David: Inky, dark purple in color. Nose of dark fruits, blackberry and blueberry and earth. A little leather and baked bread. Medium to full bodied. Low acidity. Subdued blueberry fruit with sufficient tannins. Dry and a little earthy. Moderate length finish. A decent wine overall but lacking a little in structure.
Score: 3.8/5