Damiani Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon

Smokey, ripe, and pretty well balanced, this 2004 Cab is one that would work very well with The Forge's "Super Steak" that was voted "Best Steak in America" by Wine Spectator Magazine. The nose is smoke, tobacco, and cinammon, and upon sipping it, ripe fruits with smoke are dominant. The tannins keep it intact, and I bet this will cellar very well, but it is very drinkable now. VERY VERY GOOD

Shalestone Vineyards Harmony

This 2004 vintage is a combination of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. On the nose, it is difficult to pin down one predominant characteristic, but there moments when there are hints of chocolate, among very ripe fruits. Once inside the mouth, the ripe fruits are prevalent, but the tannins, oak, and touch of smoke balance everything out nicely. I paired this with some Spanish goat cheese, and it worked very well. I've also had this with a number of dishes at Dano's on Seneca and it holds up well to a variety of flavors and combinations almost all of which are robust in their own right. VERY VERY GOOD