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19 Crimes Shiraz Durif 2014, Australia: Burnt coffee in a good way! Full-bodied chicory express. Black chary fruit and smoke. Some mocha and dark cherry on the nose. Nice racy acidity on the palate for hearty meat dishes and tangy tomato sauces. Pair with charred meats. Drink: 2016-2018. 369777  13% D 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 89/100. January 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Château Fleur Haut Gaussens 2010, Bordeaux Supérieur A.C., France Drink: 2012-2018. 445510 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95. May 14, 2016 Full Review
Rocca Delle Macìe Riserva Chianti Classico 2006, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Black and super smoky and oaky. Full-bodied with a dry finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 930966 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. July 21, 2012 Full Review
Bordón Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2005, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Lovely, mature aromas of leather, cigar box and dust in this full-bodied Rioja red wine produced by Bodegas Franco-Españolas. Not fruit-forward: a contemplative wine, not a talkative one. Full-bodied and smooth. Ready to drink now, especially with veal. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2017. 12295 13% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. October 25, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review
Miguel Torres Coronas Tempranillo 2013, Catalunya, Spain: Round, supple, generous and juicy Spanish red wine made from the Tempranillo grape. Aromas of dark red berries and spice. Pair with smoked meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 29728 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. June 16, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Paso Robles, California, United States: Lots of dark chocolate and espresso on this robust Californian Cabernet that has been oak aged. Pair this Californian Cabernet Sauvignon with meat lovers' pizza. This is the half sized bottle. Drink: 2015-2018. 313817 13.50% D 375 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. May 14, 2016 Best Beef Wine Full Review
Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Paso Robles, California, United States: A full-bodied, balanced and well-made California Cabernet from a consistently good producer. Aromas of blackberry, mocha and oak. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 738823 13.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 88/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

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