Cave de Saumur Les Vignoles Terroirs Et Lieu-Dieu De Loire Saumur-Champigny Cabernet Franc 2009, A.C., Loire, France  662585 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95. August 18, 2011 Full Review

Bosquet des Papes Cuvée Tradition Maurice Et Nicolas Boiron, Prop.-Récolt. 2010, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Full-bodied and dark and savoury though short on the finish. Black cherries and smoke. Drink: 2013-2018. 726687 14.50% XD 750 mL  $58.95 Score: 90/100. August 18, 2012 Full Review

Domaine Roche Romain Roche, Vign.-Récolt. Cairanne 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Delicious! Purple plum liqueur concentration of flavours. Loaded with alcohol and flavour. Full-on palate whacker. Drink: 2012-2016. 283184 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Verbena Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Classic mature, complex brunello: don't look for fruit. Instead expect subtle aromas of leather, cigar box and dried herbs. Full-bodied and smooth. Perfect for discussions about the latest developments in the field of astro physics. 165126 14% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review