For 3.99 this is an EXCELLENT WINE. I give it 85 points for its peppery, a little fruity and leathery aroma. The wine has a tight nose at first, but it later develops a fruity bouquet. It has a dark red ruby color with strong legs. It is dry and has hints of oak, leather, and pepper in the taste. I would decant this wine for a good half hour before drinking to expose it to some breathe a little as well as to remove some of the sediment. This wine tasted excellent with dark chocolate.

 

It is pretty well balanced. Very soft when you drink and yet, it has a strong flavor. Light but strong.

 

 

 

 

 

This Pinot Grigio was pretty good.  It has a very pale yellow color and it is very fruity. It has hints of pears and almonds. The flavor is full of green apples and citrus. IT is a very light and sweet wine, very well structure. Wine spectator rated the 2004 vintage with 87 points. I will give the 2005 vintage 82 points. It was pretty good for the wine and it is excellent to pair it with dinner.

 

 

I bought this wine from my local wine store for $6.50. It was ok for the price; not very impressive. This Spanish wine had a rather light reddish color. THe bouquet was also uneventful. There were some hints of leather and pepper. The taste was too bland and had barely any aftertaste. I will not be buying this wine again. I would give this wine about 68 points.