Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz 2012, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: Full-on, big Australian red wine with glorious black cherry liqueur aromas and flavours. Rich, full-bodied and delicious. This wine has won multiple Gold and Silver Medals in competitions around the world. Part of the Bryson Family portfolio. The oak is woven in well and the wine comes off as balanced. Well-priced. I'd drink with a rack of lamb. Drink: 2013-2017. 673897 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.75 Score: 92/100. February 7, 2015
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3 Rings Shiraz 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This robust red is packed with notions of black plums, blackberries and smoke. Full-bodied but not heavy: deliciously balanced Australian red wine. Great price. Lots of smoky, toasty oak with black charred plums. Try it with meat lovers' pizza tonight. Yes please! Drink: 2013-2017. 15495 13.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 21, 2015
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Schild Estate Gms Grenache Mourvèdre Shiraz 2012, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Oh yum. Comfort me with mourvèdre and other old bush vine grapes. Rich, complex and deep Australian red wine: exactly what you want in a partner (and in a wine). Full-bodied and smooth and inviting. The Schild family has been in the Barossa Valley for more than 60 years. Lots of complexity, depth and vibrancy in this richly rewarding wine. This is a blend of 45% Grenache, 28% Mourvèdre and 27% Shiraz grapes. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2013-2018. 108183 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. February 21, 2015
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McWilliams Wines JJ McWilliam Shiraz Cabernet 2013, South Eastern Australia, Australia: A full-bodied, rich and supple Australian red wine blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Attractive aromas of fleshy ripe black fruit, toasty oak and mocha. Pair with meat dishes. Great price. Drink: 2007-2011. 16741 13.50% XD 750 mL $9.95 Score: 87/100. February 7, 2015
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Viña Casablanca Nimbus Syrah 2011, Casablanca Valley, Chile: An attractive well-priced Chilean Syrah with aromas of black fleshy plums, dark spice and cassis. Good acidity i the balance here. Lush and full-bodied. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2017. 399386 14.30% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. February 21, 2015
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Speri Pigaro Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Attractive dark cherry nose with a hint of smoke. Full-bodied and supple and lip-smacking delicious Italian red wine. Try it with combination pizza or spicy sausages. Nice finish. The Speri Family has been making wine for more than 150 years with the fifth generation of the family now at the helm. Remarkably, they use only their own grapes. The 2012 vintage has a satisfying long finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 205286 13.50% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. February 21, 2015
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Michele Chiarlo Le Marne Gavi 2013, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: White floral nose then lime acidity on the palate to wake up your taste buds in this vibrant Italian white wine. Medium-bodied, clean and crisp. Great aperitif! A vibrant citrus finish. Finishes with notes of green apple, anise and lime. Pair with creamy cheeses or grilled prawns. Drink: 2013-2016. 228528 12% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. February 7, 2015
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Cusumano Syrah 2013, Sicily, Italy: Extraordinary value for the money in this southern Italian red wine. Syrah delivers a velvet mouth texture and lots of fleshy ripe dark plum flavours. Perfect for roast beef. Drink: 2013-2016. 145490 14.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. February 6, 2015
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Fontodi Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany, Italy: Generous and inviting Italian red wine, with mouth-watering flavours of ripe blackberries and black raspberries on the nose of this DOCG red wine. Smoke wraps around the black heart of this wine and the finish is as long as a Tuscan sunset. Seductive notes of dark cherries and blackberries on the finish. Made from 100% Sangiovese grapes by the Manetti family. Great value. Tannic so decant 2 hours and/or give it more cellar time. Pair with spicy sausages. Drink: 2014-2020. 369446 14.50% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 92/100. February 21, 2015
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Castello di Gabbiano Chianti 2013, Tuscany DOCG, Italy: Attractive nose of cedar brush and wild tart black cherry. Medium-bodied and smooth with great mouth-watering, acidity for a wide range of dishes, from pasta in tomato sauce to spicy sausages. Drink: 2016-2019. 78006 12.50% D 750 mL $17.00 Score: 87/100. March 21, 2015
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Leone De Castris Maiana Salice Salentino Rosso 2013, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: A delicious Italian red wine that is terrific for the money. Ripe cherry and plum notes. The 2013 vintage of Maiana offers notes of dark berries, smoke and dried herbs. Pair with grilled lamb chops. Drink: 2013-2017. 717959 13.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. May 2, 2015
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John Riddoch Stags Leap, Petite Syrah 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States Drink: 2014-2024. 14.30% XD 750 mL $40.00. March 1, 2012
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