Summer Shack Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Australia: Juicy lemon lime brightness. Excellent for the price! Refreshing with lots of mouth-watering acidity. Finishes with zesty citrus notes. Drink: 2013-2015. 358986 12.50% XD 750 mL $11.95 Score: 87/100. May 15, 2016
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Mallee Rock Wines Shirz Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Limestone Coast, Australia: Smoky, savoury and delicious Australian red wine that bursts from the glass! Layers of sumptuous fleshy black plums and berries wrapped in toasty oak. Full-bodied, smooth and supple. Mallee trees dot the limestone coast where the grapes for this red wine blend grow. Great value for the price. Best served at room temperature, it is perfect for casual get-togethers. Drink: 2014-2017. 434589 14.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. June 9, 2016
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Pupillo Cyane Moscato 2010, Sicily I.G.T., Italy: Very aromatic and dry as a bone. Orange zest and dried honey. Exotic and absolutely stunning. Pair with Asian dishes. Drink: 2012-2018. 156430 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 20, 2016
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Vicente Faria Gloria Reserva 2018, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: A juicy, full-bodied Douro red wine blend of 40% Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), 30% Touriga Franca (French Touriga) and 30% Touriga Nacional. Fragrant with dark cherry, plum and dark chocolate aromas, rich and intense with dark plum, dark fruit, chocolate and baking spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm. Nice now better in about a year or so to fully integrate. Drink: 2021-2026. 146522 13% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. April 2, 2021
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Brazin (B)Old Vine Zinfandel 2013, Lodi, California, United States: A terrific, full-bodied Californian Zinfandel with classic aromas of black and purple plums wrapped in smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 256750 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 16, 2016
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Ménage a Trois 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States $16.99. March 1, 2012
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