Antu Chilean Mountain Vineyard, Ninquén Syrah 2010, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Great concentration and depth of flavour. Exotic black plums and dark spices. Amazing quality for the price. Full-bodied, rich, endless. Drink: 2012-2016. 675371 14.50% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012
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Terra Noble Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Love the nose! Aromatic, lifted black plum and wild violets blowing in a spring rain. Don't ask, just drink. Full-bodied and meaty with layers of flavour. Terrific price. Drink: 2012-2016. 46268 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012
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Marques De Casa Concha Concha Y Toro Pinot Noir 2011, Límari Valley, Chile: The best Chilean pinot noir I've tasted yet. Tarry with smoky oak but brightened by vibrant cherry fruit. Medium- to full-bodied and satin smooth. Gorgeous! Drink: 2012-2016. 301424 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. December 8, 2012
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Réserve Du Crouzau St. Gervais Foncalieu 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Stunning for the price! Full-bodied and richly layered and smooth with lots of fleshy black fruit and some smoke on the finish. Awesome party wine. Drink: 2012-2016. 142943 15.10% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. December 8, 2012
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La Cadierenne Grande Tradition Bandol Rosé 2015, Provence A.C., France: So pretty and refreshing yet this southern French rose packs a (flavour) punch). Medium to almost full-bodied for rosé. Lovely flavours of summer strawberries and raspberries on the nose of this French rosé. Dry and refreshing. Works as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Finishes with wind-swept lavender and wild herbs. Highly recommended. Drink: 2015-2017. 119453 14% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 93/100. August 6, 2016
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The Ned Marisco Vineyards Ltd. Pinot Gris 2011, Waihopal River, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Love it! I find many pinot gris boring, but this is spectacularly interesting. Glorious notes of white peach and Asian pear, with a lovely salmon hue. Perfect aperitif or companion to seafood, salads and roast chicken. Drink: 2012-2015. 267138 13.50% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. March 17, 2012
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