J Lohr Paso Robles Cabernet 2010

Type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Year: 2010
Price: 12.99
          12.99 (Sat. Nov. 10th 2012 - Otto's Brown Deer)
          14.99 (Sat. Oct. 26th 2013 - Otto's Brown Deer)
Rating: 5 - One of my favorites
Where Bought: Otto's Brown Deer
Comments: J Lohr Cabernet has always been one of our staples. The 2010 is no exception. The full body and rich flavor continues to be maintained by the brand. Very nice wine and reliable.

Coppola Diamond Collection SYRAH - SHIRAZ 2009

Type: Syrah - Shiraz
Year: 2009
Price: 9.99 Marked down from 12.99
Rating: 3 - Will try it again
Where Bought: Otto's Brown Deer
Comments: Coppola wines have always surprised us and surpassed our expectations. These wines are flavorful and tasty. Since this is the first of this particular type, the rating is "Will try again" to verify the consistency. However, I have no doubt that the next one will be as good as the first.

Antu Mountain Vinyards Shiraz 2009

Type: Shiraz
Year: 2009
Price: 13.99
Rating: 2 - Probably won't buy again
Where Bought: Otto's Brown Deer
Comments: Very nicely wrapped, an interesting packaged presentation. However, upon initial taste, it was a little stingy for our tastes. After chilling, it did improve, but probably won't buy it again.

Penfolds Koonuga Hill Shiraz Cabernet South Australia 2010

Type: Shiraz Cabernet
Year: 2010
Price: 8.99 (Marked down from 11.99 - Aug 4th 2012)
Rating: 3 - Will try it again
Where Bought: Otto's Brown Derr
Comments: Full of flavor, the blend with the Cabernet adds a richness to the taste. Would try again for the taste.

Ruta 22 Malbec Argentina 2009

Type: Malbec
Year: 2009
Price: 9.99 (Marked down from 13.99 - Aug 4th 2012)
Rating: 3 - Will try it again
Where Bought: Otto's Brown Deer
Comments: A very nice Malbec. I was surprised, since most Malbec's that I have tasted, seemed to be a little on the week side. This one was full of flavor and rich. Given a chance, I'll try it again, if only to verify its consistency.

Las Rocas de San Alejandro GARNACHA Spain 2009

Type: Red Wine
Year:2009
Price: ?? (July 28th 2012)
Rating: 2 - Probably won't buy again
Where Bought: Sendik's Brookfield & Capitol
Comments: Nice red wine. A bit on the pricy site, and not exceptional. Don't get me wrong, it was good, but there are so many other wines out there to try.

Guardian Peak Cabernet-Shiraz-Merlot South Africa 2009

Type: Cabernet, Shiraz, Merlot
Year: 2009 Price: ?? (Sat. July 28th 2012)
Rating: 3 - Will try it again
Where Bought: Sendik's Brookfield Capitol Drive
Comments: This was a nice blend. Will try again and see if we consistently like it.