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Château Teyssier 2012, Montagne Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: Full-bodied and elegant Bordeaux red wine blend of Merlot and Cabernet grapes. Classic aromas of black plum and dark spice. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2025. 226035 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 92/100. April 11, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
J.L. Chave Sélection Mon Coeur 2014, Côtes du Rhône, Rhone A.C., France Drink: 2016-2020. 995548 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95. October 15, 2016 Full Review
Cave de Tain Grand Classique 2015, Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône AC, France: Spectacular for the money! Great intensity and depth of flavour in the glass; great pleasure and satisfaction in the mind. A lovely juicy, spicy wine with fleshy ripe cherries and smoke. Medium- to full-bodied and satin smooth. Terrific! Previous vintages of this wine have won the Gold Medal at the prestigious Concours des Grands Vins de France. Drink: 2017-2020. 572230 12.50% D 750 mL  $29.25 Score: 91/100. January 6, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
S. Delafont Mosaique 2016, Languedoc, Midi A.P., France: A deep, rich, full-bodied southern French red wine from the region of Languedoc. This wine is a blend of Syrah and Mouvedre, both macerated more than 30 days and pre-fermented at a low temperature before the Grenache was added. Polished tannins and a long finish. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2022. 482455 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 2, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Mazzei Fonterutoli Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Full-bodied and juicy Chianti Classico with rich aromas and flavours of black cherry, blackberry, smoke and just enough oak. Nicely balanced with a satisfying finish. Supple and smooth, and finishing nicely with oak spice and black fruits. The Mazzei family has been producing wine since 1435. Drink: 2018-2033. 142389 13.50% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. March 31, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review
Mazzei Zisola 2015, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Terrific black fruit aromas and espresso notes on the nose and palate of this southern Italian red wine made from Sicily's iconic red wine grape Nero d'Avola. Some anise and pepper on the finish. Lushly weighted and fulsome with lots of layers of pleasure. Pair with grilled chicken or roast beef. Drink: 2018-2024. 303925 14.20% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 27, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Il Molino Di Grace Riserva Chianti Classico 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Right on the edge of peak or past-peak but still lovely. Dried leather and cigar box. Drink now. Full-bodied and smooth with lots of good acidity. Drink: 2017-2025. 382945 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 89/100. January 20, 2018 Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review
Marchesi Mazzei Riserva Chianti Classico 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: The Mazzei family have been the owners of this Italian winery, Castello di Fonterutoli, since 1435. The 2013 vintage of the Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo offers black fruit aromas and firm tannins. Juicy and full-bodied Italian red wine with lots of wild black cherry notes, some smoke and mocha. This Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo is made from Sangiovese grapes. Savoury and meaty with a long finish. Decant 2 hours for maximum pleasure. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2021. 288530 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 11, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review
Sacred Hill Pinot Noir 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Loaded with toasty oak, black cherry and mouth-watering acidity. Silky smooth with layers of gorgeous dark fruit flavours. Full-bodied for pinot. Drink: 2017-2020. 277665 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 89/100. November 11, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Invivo Pinot Noir 2016, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand: From the Central Otago on the South Island of New Zealand, the 2016 vintage of the Invivo is spicy, red and black cherry and a touch of vanilla on the nose. Drink now and for the next couple of years. Mocha and fleshy sweet cherry on the nose and palate of this luscious medium-bodied satin-smooth red wine from New Zealand made from the classic Pinot Noir grape. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2018-2022. 466029 14% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 91/100. March 3, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Rustenberg John X Merriman 2013, Simonsberg Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: A robust South African red wine blend with aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and wild blackberry with toasty oak. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2017-2022. 707323 14% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 16, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Finca Nueva Reserva 2010, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Savoury and juicy with firm tannins. Smoky aromas and toasty oak with black fruit. Made from the Tempranillo grape, this wine is aged for 24 months in French oak barrels. Pair with rack of lamb. Drink: 2016-2019. 268425 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. October 28, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Charles Smith Wines Of Substance Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Washington, United States: A firm tannic grip on this big Washington state red wine. Cellar a few years then decant 2 hours and pair with a rare steak. Aromas of black fruit and toasty oak. Drink: 2017-2023. 419770 13.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

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