2009 La Celestiere CdP ++ $27

Deep, dank, rich nose. Absolute darkness, Completely shutdown. 

2011 Ridge Geyserville +++ $35

Archetypal Geyserville. Fruit bombish nose transforms, chewy decadence. 

Ryder Estate 2012 PN +++ $35

Burgundy stink, tart cherries, sturdy and balanced if simple 

2011 L'Appel Du Vide +++ $20

Rich, full bodied assets. Delicious youth, mature beautifully 

2012 La Muria Mencia +++ $13

Grounded juicy fruit with solid bones. Uber bargain. 

2012 Domaine Durand Empreintes Cornas ++++ $38

Beef blood, Beautiful depth, stunning breadth. Delicious complexity 

2012 Domaine de Viranel "Trilogie" Vin de Pays de Cessenon Rouge ++ $15

Deep garnet, rich nose, anise, & dried cherries. entertaining.