Jan 06, 2009  MCMANIS  Petite Sirah California 2007 (85 points, $11)
Heavy on the cola, spice and cedar notes, with ripe dark fruit flavors on a medium body. The chunky tannins are just what you'd expect from a Petite. Drink now through 2014. 24,000 cases made.
- MaryAnn Worobiec

Jan 06, 2009  ARGYLE  Brut Willamette Valley 2005 (90 points, $30)
Light and creamy, with white pepper and oatmeal nuances to the citrus and pear flavors, lingering on the fine bead of a finish. Drink now. 7,172 cases made.
- Harvey Steiman

Jan 06, 2009  ROSEMOUNT  Syrah McLaren Vale Balmoral 2004 (91 points, $45)
Firm, focused and distinctive for peppery and floral notes that run through the juicy plum and blueberry flavors, finishing with slightly gritty tannins that need time to soften. Best from 2010 through 2016. 1,486 cases imported.
- Harvey Steiman