Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Malbec 2012, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Concentrated and powerful with polished tannins. A lively Malbec with intriguing aromas of black raspberry, bacon and vanilla smoke. Ready to drink now, but will also do well with a few years in the cellar. Absolutely delicious especially at this price! Pair this wine with a variety of savoury eat dishes. Let your mouth have some fun tonight! Drink: 2015-2019. 186668 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 92/100. September 3, 2016
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Barossa Valley Estate Shiraz 2013, Barossa Valley, Australia: You can taste the Barossa Valley sunshine in the concentration and depth of flavour in this classic Australian Shiraz. Lots of toasty oak and black fruit. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2015-2019. 477801 14% D 750 mL $23.05 Score: 91/100. September 3, 2016
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Aquinas Pinot Noir 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Produced by Don Sebastiani & Sons. Great price for Napa pinot! Generous oaking imparts loads of dark chocolate and mocha on the nose and palate. Dark cherries come through underneath. Full-bodied and smooth. Try it with veal chops. Drink: 2014-2018. 277657 14% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. February 26, 2018
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Beringer Founders' Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, California, United States: Very juicy and succulent Californian Cabernet with terrific aromas of fleshy ripe black and purple plums. Smooth and layered on the palate. Great value for this price. Pair with hamburgers or meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2016-2021. 534263 13.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 25, 2017
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