Hey Eminitrader - I don't recall trying the Nichols Zin - I'll put that on my list - thanks for the recomendation. I believe I have tried the Silver Oaks cab. As I am sure you can attest to, it is sometimes hard to keep up with brand names - except perhaps those that get etched into your memory for one reason or another. An interesting wine I tried the other day was a Rhone Hermitage - thick texture with a smooth finish and a faint but pleasant after taste. I have also been trying some of the Argentine whites - pretty interesting stuff there. I sometimes wish I could chronicle and journal all the wines I had - perhaps, if my investments go through the roof, and I can retire at 35, I just might! LOL Hope you are having a good day. Regards. :)