Albert Bichot Clos Prieur Gevrey-Chambertin Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Satin seduction in a glass! Sexy fleshy ripe cherries, smooth texture with a medium to almost full body. The nose is so seductive and the palate follows through: no bait and switch here folks. Complex and layered with a long finish. Drink: 2013-2018. 299941 13% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 94/100. February 2, 2013
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Tour De L'isle Patrick Jaume 2010, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Black cherry liqueur richness and depth with smoke, dried herbs and great complexity. Layers of pleasure here. Smooth texture yet massive and towering structure. Decant 2 hours. Will cellar well. Drink: 2013-2020. 309849 15% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 95/100. February 2, 2013
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Domaine Saint-Pierre Vacqueyras 2009, A.C., Rhône, France: A concentrated and intense blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah grapes with aromas of black fleshy fruit, smoke, tar and blackberry liqueur. Mouth-filling and sumptuous. Great for dinner parties and gifts. Decant 1-2 hours. Will cellar well too. Drink: 2013-2019. 130013 14.50% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. February 16, 2013
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Château Teyssier Meritage 2009, A.C., Montagne Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France: This is a savoury and rich blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc grapes. Deep and complex with concentrated dark red berry and cassis flavour, smoke, dried herbs and violets. A staggeringly great price for Bordeaux of this quality. Decant 2 hours. Cellar keeper. Drink: 2013-2019. 226035 13.50% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013
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Domaine Grand Veneur Les Champauvins Alain Jaume & Fils 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: A terrific price for this robust, savoury blend of Grenache (70%), Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes sourced from one vineyard. Enticing aromas of cedar brush, wild black raspberry, anise and blackberry. Smooth with a pleasantly bitter and refreshing finish. Deep and intense. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 76331 14.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. February 2, 2013
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Rocca Delle Macìe Riserva Chianti Classico 2008, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Full-bodied, balanced, mouth-watering and delicious! So much going on the glass here. Aromas of succulent black fruit, earth, violets and spice. Oh yum. Drink: 2013-2017. 930966 14.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. December 7, 2012
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Tenementi Angelini Val Di Suga Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Complex and classic: violets, tar, black fruit and smoke. Smooth and ageless. A flagship of its type. Drink: 2013-2018. 713719 13.90% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. February 2, 2013
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Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2009, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Luxurious dark satin fruit with fleshy sinful goodness. Smoke and black plums roll off the long finish. Liquid gorgeous. Drink: 2013-2018. 988055 14.50% XD 750 mL $29.25 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013
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Terre Nere Campigli Vallone Pierina Brunello Di Montalcino 2006, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Wild black cherry, racy dark spices, cedar forest and mystery. Full-bodied and smooth with mouth-watering juiciness. Awesome with meat or rich tomato sauce. Drink: 2013-2018. 28700 14% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013
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Villa Girardi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Classic amarone with gorgeous concentration: black cherry liqueur, smoke and dried herbs. Mouth-watering and complex with layers of depth and length. Wow. Drink: 2013-2020. 159913 13.50% D 750 mL $41.95 Score: 95/100. February 2, 2013
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The Hogue Cellars Genesis Riesling 2010, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: Love it! White flowers, white peach, lime and petrol (this is good) on the nose. Vibrant and juicy on the palate. Packs a punch flavour-wise even though it's medium-bodied. Ultra food-friendly from seafood to roast chicken. Just a touch of sweetness but it's hard to pick up with the great acidity. Drink: 2012-2016. 309666 12.10% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013
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