Luigi Bosca Single Vineyard Malbec 2009, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza DOC, Argentina: Juicy, full-bodied and generous with luscious dark fruit flavours and aromas. Very fair price. Drink: 2012-2015. 74922 14% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2012
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Wynns Coonawarra Estate Coonawarra Estate Cabernet Shiraz Merlot 2010, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Elegant, refined and balanced like Sue herself. Classic cassis and blackberry fruit. Full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2012-2016. 511600 14% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. September 15, 2012
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Koyle Reserva Syrah 2009, D.O., Colchagua Valley, Chile: Minty blackberry on the nose draws you in then a savoury full-bodied weight and texture keeps you there. Great price. Drink: 2012-2015. 273961 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. September 15, 2012
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Domaine Jacky Marteau Sauvignon Touraine 2011, A.C., Loire, France: Tart, green and refreshing: big lime and grass notes. Terrific price. Drink: 2012-2014. 745349 13% XD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 87/100. September 15, 2012
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La Font Des Grières Gigondas Vignerons De Gigondas 2009, A.C., Rhône, France: Robust, spicy and full-bodied with an upfront pleasure. Dark red raspberries and spicy dark plums. Long finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 175729 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 15, 2012
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Coopers Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is worth a try, especially if you want to get out of your white wine rut. This rendition for Cooper's Creek has a terrific and refreshing lemon zest finish. Drink: 2012-2014. 957407 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013
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Torres Floralis Oro Moscatel, Spain: A pure apricot richness unfolds on your palate. Lovely layers of ripe tree fruit and peach preserves. Wonderful after-dinner dessert wine. Drink: 2012-2016. 642173 15% MS 500 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2012
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Monte Ory Crianza, Luis Gurpegui Muga 2007, D.O., Navarra, Spain: An excellent price for this juicy, full-bodied, savoury red bursting with smoky dark red fruit. Drink: 2012-2015. 292011 13.50% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 15, 2012
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