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Wakefield Jaraman Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Minty coolness on the nose of this gorgeous Australian red wine is flooded by fleshy blackberry richness on the palate. A hedonist's wine to fill the senses. Full-bodied and smooth Cabernet Sauvignon. Finishes with dried herbs, tobacco leaves and cedar brush. Very satisfying, especially at this price. Pair with ribeye steak. Drink: 2015-2019. 142398 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. April 30, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
San Pedro 1865 Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Maipo Valley, Chile: Each of the wine from this 1865 portfolio is made from its own selected vineyard planted with the particular grape in mind. This gorgeous Chilean Cabernet is full-bodied with fleshy, caressing blackberries. Lots of dark fruit flavour and a long satisfying sigh of a finish. This Cabernet is planted in the winery's Alto Maipo vineyard planted 40 years ago with vines propagated by massal selection. Average summer high temperatures hover around 30 degrees Celsius or 86 degrees Fahrenheit. The vinse are in clay-loam soils in an alluvial terrace. Drink: 2017-2020. 37911 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 16, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review
Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Maipo Valley, Chile: Uber gorgeous, deep and delicious! Terrific bold red wine from Chile's Maipo Valley. This wine is made from diverse blocks of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes within the Maipo Valley. The wine was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. A savoury and juicy Chilean cabernet sauvignon with aromas of fleshy black plums and blackberries. A full-bodied red wine that's smooth and eminently gulpable. Dark red in the glass, mouth-filling in the palate. Finishes with smoke and spice. Great depth and length in the glass and on the palate. Polished tannins and a good finish. Great with pizza or gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2016-2020. 18721 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. January 6, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review
Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Columbia Valley, United States: Lovely attractive mocha-rich aromas on the nose with fleshy ripe black plums on the palate. Luxuriously layered with terrific replays of flavour and a long finish. Drink: 2018-2022. 55764 14.50% D 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 93/100. March 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: Classic Cabernet with blackberry and cassis, mocha-espresso aromas from the oak and very balanced. Full-bodied and smooth. This Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet also includes small amount of Malbec, Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah in the blend. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2015-2019. 269357 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. August 8, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review
Robert Mondavi Winery Private Selection Bourbon Barrels Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Monterey County, California, United States: Full-bodied Californian Cabernet with aromas of aromas of brown sugar and maple syrup. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2016-2021. 464149 15% D 750 mL  $23.00 Score: 89/100. October 31, 2017 Full Review
Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: This terrific Washington Cabernet blends French sensibilities with New World energy and vigour. Classic Cabernet with blackberry and cassis, mocha-espresso aromas from the oak and very balanced. Full-bodied and smooth. This Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet also includes small amount of Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah in the blend. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2015-2019. 269357 13.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. December 30, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review
Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, California, United States: Juicy and savoury with enticing herbs and meaty notes mid-palate. Very intriguing. Full-bodied and smooth with some dark spices on the finish along with cedar brush. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2020. 444059 13.90% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

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