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Two Hands Wines Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Complex, full-bodied and delicious! Loaded with black fruit flavours yet it's very dry and balanced, with a lovely long finish. Great dinner party wine. Drink: 2012-2016. 660043 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review
Santa Carolina Gran Reserva Chardonnay 2010, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Stunning for this price point! Rich, toasted almonds wrap around a core of green apple vibrancy. Balanced and luscious, with loads of hedonistic happiness. This is an amazing party wine and it also works well for dinner parties. Drink: 2013-2015. 928580 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 23, 2013 Smart Buy Wine Full Review
Montes Limited Selection Pinot Noir 2011, Casablanca Valley, Chile: A terrific pinot noir, especially at this price point. Vibrant notes of sweet fleshy ripe cherries and raspberries. Smooth and medium- to full-bodied. Delicious! Perfect for movie night and casual get-togethers. Lovely long finish with spices and dark cherry. A value wine from truly one of Chile's best producers. Drink: 2013-2016. 37937 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 2, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review
Montes Twins 2011, Colchagua Valley, Chile: A full-bodied red wine blend of cabernet sauvignon and malbec. This delicious, gulpable red wine offers aromas and flavours of fleshy ripe black plums and blackberries. Try it with a juicy steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 352054 14% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. December 7, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Cyril Marès, Vign. Rosé 2011, Costières de Nîmes, Rhône A.C., France: Vibrant strawberry and raspberry aromas and flavours. Bone dry and refreshing. Pretty incredible quality and taste for this price. Drink: 2011-2014. 950576 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. May 12, 2012 Best Value Rosé. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Château Montet Château Haut Guillebot, Prop. Rosé 2011, A.C., Bordeaux, France: Fantastic! Bone-dry with aromas of field raspberries. Ultra-refreshing. Drink: 2012-2014. 276386 13.50% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. May 26, 2012 Best Value Rosé. Full Review
E. Guigal Gigondas 2009, A.C., Rhône, France: Rich and complex; loaded with flavour yet ultra elegant and refined. Superb craftsmanship. Aromas of black cherry and wild blackberry with just enough smoke on the long finish. Drink: 2012-2020. 331900 14% D 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 94/100. July 7, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review
Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough, New Zealand: Lime essence with lemon zest. Very fresh and clean. No oak. Pair with seafood and salads. Drink: 2013-2014. 293043 13% XD 750 mL  $17.45 Score: 89/100. March 15, 2014 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Clos Malverne Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2011, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: A terrific full-bodied red wine for the money! Black fruit, tannic grip on the palate so decant 1-2 hours. Great with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2015. 678433 14% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. December 7, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

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