Château De La Gardine 2003, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, A.C., France  298612 14.50% XD 750 mL  $53.95. December 4, 2014 Full Review

Faustino V Reserva 2005, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Vintages Wine Panel: Vanilla, currant, plum, wood and leather notes rise from the glass. The palate is dry and velvety with lovely earth, dark fruit and wood notes with a very nice length. This Tempranillo blend will prove a wonderful match for many foods. This wine will drink beautifully today but will also reward a further 3-5 years in your cellar. My note: Leather, dried herbs and Old World maturity. Full-bodied and smooth. I’m riding into the sunset now. Drink: 2011-2015. 22798 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. July 23, 2011 Full Review