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Clos de los Siete 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Richly layered and textured Argentine red wine with grapes sourced from seven premium vineyards, thus "Siete." Renowned consulting winemaker Michel Rolland manages the winery and oversees production. Aromas of blackberry, cassis, smoke and dark spice. Pair with sausages. Drink: 2014-2019. 622571 14.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 91/100. March 7, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Cabernet Sauvignon - Catena 09/10, Argentina  14%  750 mL  $18.50. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Mission Hill Family Estate Reserve Pinot Noir 2012, VQA Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada: An acidic Pinot Noir with tart red berry notes and some toast. This medium-bodied red wine cries out for food like roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2013-2017. 545012 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 88/100. August 3, 2014 Full Review
Marchesi de Frescobaldi Castiglioni 2014, Tuscany DOCG, Italy: Smooth and luscious with fleshy ripe dark berries and smoke. Pair with spicy Italian sausages. Drink: 2015-2020. 545319 14% XD 750 mL  $14.90 Score: 89/100. March 5, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Peppoli Antinori Chianti Classico 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Dark fruit and lots of spice on the nose of this full-bodied Italian red wine from the heart of the Chianti region in Tuscany. Some wild blackberry on the finish. Drink: 2015-2019. 606541 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. March 5, 2016 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Marchesi de Frescobaldi Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Chianti Rufina Riserva 2012, Tuscany DOCG, Italy: This gorgeous Chianti Reserva could benefits from more cellar time: it has so much potential, yet it's also ready to drink now. Aromas of black fruit, tar and smoke. The 2012 vintage was a strong one, and thus this wine has great aging potential. Decant 1 hour. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2023. 395186 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Ironstone Vineyards Obsession Symphony 2006, Sierra Foothills, United States: Vintages Wine Panel: Originally created at UC Davis, Symphony is an aromatic grape that’s a cross between Muscat of Alexandria and Grenache Gris. The latest vintage of Ironstone’s popular Obsession is as fragrant as always, soft and round with a touch of sweetness. My note: I love this wine with its floral notes. 355784 12% MD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. November 10, 2007 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

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