I decided to spend a little more than normal and went for
Chateau Ksara from Lebanon. I bought a 2009 Reserve Du Couvent which I think is a combination of Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Again, I know nothing about wine tasting or what to look for in color, taste or odor.
What I do know is that this bottle cost me about $25.00 (possibly because I bought it from a restaurant and not the liquor store).
All the same, I liked it a lot. It was smooth, tasted great and it had that color of burgundy wine that you see people drinking in the movies when they're all high class and posh.
I would definitely buy this one again.