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Vintages Release January 20, 2024

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Red Wine

Duckhorn Napa Valley Merlot 2020, Napa Valley, California, United States: Duckhorn 2020 Merlot is the duck pond size (1500 ml) of this rich plummy Merlot from Napa Valley California. The actual blend is 80% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon with splashes of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot added to the mix. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and juicy with layers of spiced dark plum, nutty and chocolate flavours velvety on the palate, this one is a real crowd-pleaser. Very approachable now, drink it through 2030. Merlot food pairings: roast pork, turkey, slow-braised beef brisket. Drink: 2024 - 2030 27274 14.5% XD 750 mL $79.95 Score: 94/100. January 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Squealing Pig Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: This is an incredible wine for the money! A zesty, crisp, juicy New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of lime citrus and lemon sunshine. The grapes are grown in the driest and coolest vineyards in the Awatere Valley. Perfect for mussels, oysters, vegetarian dishes and great conversation. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: Thai green curry fish, shellfish, chicken and sage skewers, fresh tomato and basil salad. Drink: 2024 - 2025 35623 12.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. January 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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