Definitly not Beaujolais, but fruit forward with much higher alcohol. One of the great things about social networking is that you often get in contact with friends and classmates from a time when all was great, life was fun and we were all going to live forever. am fortunate to know a few survivors, including one male, now retired, co-worker. MORE >>

Definitely cherry, what kind of cherry beats me and a little spicy note of cedar and hint of vanilla and a bunch of plum. Bonterra adds a little Merlot and Syrah to expand it's flavor and texture. Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon is a definite buy again wine and at only $16 Take it from an amateur wine lover. Great Buy! MORE >>

Do I ever recall getting sentimental about Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot? cannot believe this is merlot. It felt as fruit forward as a 2005 but definitely had started to develop the slightest bit of secondary characteristics. 2001, I said. Do I ever recall getting sentimental about Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot? MORE >>

A wine (Hermitage) I will definitely be re-visiting. A 2003 Artadi Pagos Viejos Rioja and the 2001 Grant Burge "Meshach" Shiraz.  While the king, a Cab based wine (with 10% Merlot) was thoroughly enjoyed and drunk to the last drop.  I went away (within Israel) for the sabbath to a friend of the family.  Emillion Grand Cru.  MORE >>

Also in the $13-$14 range from Galil Mountain and worth checking out is their Merlot &/or Shiraz. While I am not VERY familiar with all the Gamla wines I hear good things and definitely recommend trying them. Definitely fruit forward, the PS/Zin can be found in the 2004 vintage and sells for between $16-$24 - yes, a wide range. MORE >>