Pascual Toso Chardonnay 2014, Mendoza, Argentina 634808 14% XD 750 mL $12.95. October 31, 2015
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Yalumba The Scribbler Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Yalumba always delivers, and the 2012 vintage of this delicious Shiraz Cabernet blend is no exception! I love how they achieve brightness in even a dark full-bodied red. This one is simple gorgeous with layer after lapping layer of fleshy, round plums and berries. Perfect for movie night or with meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2015-2018. 165811 14% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. November 12, 2016
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2027 Cellars Queenston Road Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada 421370 13% XD 750 mL $35.00. January 1, 2015
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Tabalí Reserva Especial 2011, Limarí Valley, Chile: A savoury Chilean red wine blend of mostly Syrah, along with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in this full-bodied red wine, with terrific aromas of big, black fruit and smoke. Anise, pencil led and fleshy black plum flavours flood the senses. Tabali is the most northern premium winery in Chile, the vineyards lie on the edge of the Enchanted Valley. The grapes are harvested by hand. Try it with a hearty meat dish tonight. Drink: 2015-2018. 107540 14.50% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 92/100. October 31, 2015
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Montes Alpha Syrah 2010, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Let me count the ways I love this wine: flavour, texture, body, depth, finish... I could go on, but I can see that you're eyeing the bottle. What a amazing wine for the money. Dark plums dance head to head with smoke and spice. I have a feeling that you'll be buying this wine year after year. Drink: 2014-2018. 612 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. May 24, 2014
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Domaine D'orfeuilles Les Coudraies Vouvray Chenin Blanc 2012, Loire, France 655076 12.50% M 750 mL $20.95. January 29, 2014
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Domaine De Vieux Télégraphe Télégramme 2013, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: A blockbuster southern French red wine made from a blend of traditional Rhone red grapes such as Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Lots of rich dark fruit flavours wrapped in dark spice and smoke. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017-2022. 292722 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 91/100. October 31, 2015
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Fontanafredda La Rosa Barolo 2008, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy 40105 14% D 750 mL $64.95. October 31, 2015
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Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente Vii Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Dark berry and smoke on the nose of this full-bodied Italian Chianti. Wild cedar underbrush notes, not fruit forward. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 421388 14% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 87/100. March 5, 2016
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Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Le Volte 2013, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy 964221 13.50% XD 750 mL $29.95. October 31, 2015
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Poggiotondo Centolani Brunello Di Montalcino 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy 276576 14.50% D 750 mL $46.95. October 31, 2015
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Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2013, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy 147876 14.50% D 750 mL $43.95. October 31, 2015
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Tenuta Sette Ponti Oreno 2012, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy 735597 13.60% D 750 mL $77.95. October 31, 2015
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#06 Bolgheri Millepassi (Donna Olimpia 1898) 2006, Tuscany, Italy 163840 14% XD 750 mL $59.00. January 1, 2011
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Modus Ruffino 2011, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: A seductive nose of violets and wild blackberries gives way to a much more robust palate of fleshy black fruit, smoke, tar, graphite and oak. This truly is a Super Tuscan blend that delivers year after year. Layered, complex and offering a long, satisfying finish. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2015-2021. 912956 14% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 93/100. October 31, 2015
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Piazzano Chianti 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Good price for this Italian quaffer offering attractive notes of dark red fruit, spice and smoke. Chianti is the iconic red wine of Italy, and has come way since those days of the straw-wrapped bottles. This rendition has terrific acidity for pasta dishes. Pair with movie night and pizza. Drink: 2015-2017. 393199 13.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. October 31, 2015
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Capezzana Barco Reale Di Carmignano 2012, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy 508531 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.75. August 8, 2015
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Stoneleigh Latitude Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Gorgeous aromas of lime blossom, gooseberry, pink grapefruit and a delicate hint and finesse of white flowers. Lovely citrus lift throughout: this is not a grassy Sauvignon Blanc. Lots of elegance and refinement yet also beautifully refreshing. Try it with seafood, salads, spinach quiche and vegetarian dishes. Also a mind-blowing aperitif. Drink: 2014-2017. 324228 13.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. May 16, 2015
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Barón de Ley Reserva 1995, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain 958868 15.60% XD 750 mL $19.95. October 31, 2015
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Borsao Tres Picos Grenache 2014, Campo de Borja D.O., Spain: This winery is located south of Rioja and is comprised of 100% Garnacha grapes. The Garnacha grapes for this wine grow on old vines, which provides additional concentration and flavour. Great structure. Lots of mocha and dark chocolate aromas on the nose that are then flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. A rich darkly hued colour in the glass. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with grilled meats. The 2013 vintage of the Tres Picos offers solid value. Drink: 2016-2021. 273748 15% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. January 26, 2017
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The Prisoner Wine Company Red 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Holy alcohol Batman: 15.2%! However, this robust, layered Californian red wine does have the fruit, structure and concentration to handle it. You just need to be ready for a full-on palate whack with this wine. Pair with brontosaurus burgers, or whatever they feed prisoners in the isolation unit. Drink: 2015-2018. 104299 15.20% D 750 mL $49.95 Score: 89/100. June 27, 2015
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Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: This blockbuster Californian red wine needs more cellar time: it's just a baby, but a bruiser. Full-bodied, complex and layered with aromas of cassis, blackcurrant, dried herbs, tobacco leaves and cigar box. Decant 1-2 hours and pair with rare filet mignon. Wow. Drink: 2016-2023. 232371 14.40% D 750 mL $67.95 Score: 93/100. February 1, 2015
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Folie à Deux Zinfandel 2012, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Big aromas and flavours of boysenberry, blueberry and blackberry on this classic Californian red wine made from the flagship Zinfandel grape. Vibrant, round and full-bodied. Bursting with flavour and vibrancy. Finishes with dark spices. Perfect for BBQ meats. Drink: 2013-2017. 147231 14.50% D 750 mL $36.95 Score: 92/100. October 31, 2015
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Meiomi Monterey, Santa Barbara, Sonoma Pinot Noir 2013, California, United States: Lovely fleshy ripe cherries and black raspberry on the nose and palate of this luscious red wine. Nice balancing acidity with fleshy black cherry. Supple, smooth, silky, seductive come hither Californian Pinot Noir. Pair with hamburgers and sweet relish or salsa. Drink: 2015-2019. 429977 13% D 1500 mL $57.95 Score: 92/100. November 14, 2015
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Meiomi Wines Pinot Noir 2014, California, United States: Produced by Joseph Wagner, this medium-bodied, silky smooth Californian red wine offers plus aromas of fleshy cherry, sweet berry, and cinnamon spice. Pair with grilled chicken or pork chops. Drink: 2014-2019. 130138 14% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. April 19, 2016
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Earthquake Zinfandel 2010, Lodi, California, United States: A monster Zinfandel with huge aromas and flavours of purple plums, blueberry and blackberry jam. High alcohol at 16% makes this warm on the palate and finish. Juicy and mouth-filling and smooth. Pair with pterodactyl wings. 59717 16% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 89/100. October 31, 2015
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Paso Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Paso Robles, California, United States: Complex, balanced and structured: this Californian Cabernet offers lots of pleasure but also has great elegance. Aromas of dark fruit, spice and smoke. Layered and concentrated. Pair with a rare filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2018. 161141 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 31, 2015
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