Probability 2007 Napa Valley Red Wine

Tasting notes from HEB: Looking for a deep red wine with flavors of rich ripe fruit and a dry finish? The odds you'll be satisfied with Probability are pretty good. Probability is a blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah. Grapes are handpicked and aged in both French and American oak before bottling and has flavors of ripe red and black fruits such as black currant, raspberries and cherries.

750mL, 14.5% Alc. by vol., HEB, $16.98

I bought this wine mostly because it had a nerdy label. I had previously passed it up and bought the Educated Guess instead because the HEB wine guy said it was the better out of the two. He was right. There is nothing particularly bad about this wine, but for the cost I was expecting it to be better. I even had alot of trouble finding information on this wine online, HEB's website was the only place a Google search could find it, and the company that bottles it doesn't list it on their website. This wine does give a bit of the sticky mouth, but it's still relatively smooth. The flavor is good, but the smell is a bit harsh on the back of your throat. I don't think I would pay for this wine again unless it goes way down in price, but I would drink it again if someone else bought it.

Purple Cowboy Trail Boss 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon

On the bottle: Once upon a time in wine country there was a group of young winemakers. They worked hard all week and tasted so much wine their teeth turned purple. On weekends, these same men loved to rodeo. They became known as the "Band of the Purple Cowboys". So the legend goes.

750mL, 13.0% Alc. by vol., HEB, $11.99

I bought this wine because I like Cabernet and the story on the back of the bottle was funny. This wine was good, not amazing, but a solid Cabernet. The flavor was a little bitter, but when drank with dinner that was not a problem. It did start to stain my lips and tongue after less than one glass of wine. I'd buy this wine again if I was going to drink it with a friend who likes red wine and western stuff.

Seven Daughters Winemaker's Blend

On the bottle: Chardonnay 26%, French Colombard 25%, Symphony 19%, Orange Muscat 12%, Riesling 8%, Sauvignon Blanc 7%, Gewürztraminer 3%. Seven Daughters is a blend of seven carefully chosen grapes crafted into a crisp and refreshing wine. Like you and your friends getting together - all different and yet so perfect together! Enjoy this wine on its own or with light pasta, sushi, or Thai dishes.

750mL, 12.5% Alc. by vol., Albertsons, $14.99

I bought this wine because I have seen it on the wine menus at some nicer restaurants, but the price per glass is usually too high for me to try. This wine was very good, and an interesting blend. I felt it coating my mouth, in a good way, as I started drinking it. I paired well with the baked chicken I ate with it. As I drank it I got a warm feeling in my chest. I would by this wine on the spot if I found it for less than $10/bottle and I would recommend it to anyone who likes white wine and could afford it.

Louis Jadot 2010 Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay

On the bottle:
Origin: Vinified without oak contact to maximize the vibrant flavor, this wine is produced in the Mâconnias region where soils are dominated by chalk and limestone.

Grape: 100% unoaked Chardonnay

Flavor: Bright and crisp with notes of apple; a classic expression of this Burgundy grape.

Pairing: Perfect as an aperitif or with shellfish, crab cakes, and goat cheese

750mL, 12.5% Alc. by vol., HEB, $12.99

I bought this wine because I read a great review about white burgundy wines and how they are so good, but too expensive for this other blogger. Unfortunately I can't remember which blog this was on, or I would link to it. I went to HEB in search of 6 wines so that I could get the 10% off for buying 6 or more at a time. I wanted 3 whites and 3 reds, this one caught my eye and I'm SO GLAD it did. Right from the first sip I knew this wine was special. It made my mouth feel warm and tingly and tasted bright and slightly citrus-like. I liked this wine so much I bought another bottle already! The second time I got the 2008 instead because it was the 150th anniversary and it was the same price as the other years. I will be buying this wine again for any parties I would bring wine to, as this will be easy for all types of wine drinkers to appreciate.