Wakefield Shiraz 2009, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Blackberry liqueur richness with a hint of mint. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. This is an incredible wine for the price. Drink: 2012-2015. 943787 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 17, 2012
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Fielding Estate Winery Fielding Estate Pinot Gris Vqa, Ontario, Canada 223610 12.50% 750 mL $18.95. January 1, 2011
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Monte del Frá Tenuta Lena Di Mezzo Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Dry and chalky with pleasing aromas of dark fruit and sun-dried tomatoes. Terrific for most Italian dishes. Drink: 2012-2016. 165662 14% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 88/100. March 31, 2012
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Aldiano Riserva Cantina Tollo Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2007, D.O.C., Abruzzo, Italy: Phenomenal for the price! Juicy, black and brooding with enticing toasty oak on the nose. Full-bodied and smooth with a lusciousness that's wonderful with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2017. 51706 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. March 31, 2012
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Flagstone Music Room Bruce Jack Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, W.O., Western Cape, South Africa: Mocha seduction followed by a fleshy blackberry caress. Full-bodied and velvet smooth. If you love Australian cabernet (or shiraz), you must try this. 205245 14% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. March 31, 2012
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