Zolo Reserve, Fincas Patagónicas Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: What an incredible wine for this price! Full-bodied with attractive aromas of blackberry and cassis. Good balance with a long, satisfying finish. This winery produces other terrific reds as well, so keep an eye out for this producer. Pair this wine with a juicy, rare steak and full-bodied conversation tonight. Drink: 2013-2016. 54098 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 26, 2013
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Domaine Les Aphillanthes Cuvée Les Galets Plan De Dieu 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: A full-bodied, glorious wine with savoury and meaty aromas and flavours of cedar, wild black fruit and dark spices. Seductive aromas of anise, smoke, and black cherry liqueur on the finish, which is long and satisfying. Drink: 2013-2017. 252270 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 12, 2013
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Tessellae Old Vines Côtes Du Roussillon Domaine Lafage Carignan 2011, A.P., Midi, France: Fresh, full-bodied and invigorating: those adjectives don't usually go together but in this wine they blend beautifully. Although the alcohol is high, this full-bodied wine is nimble on its feet and tastes balanced and just right. Aromas of fleshy black fruit, just enough toast from oak and a cool breeze across a moor of garrigue on a long finish. Drink: 2013-2018. 343517 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 93/100. October 12, 2013
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Château Les Tours De Peyrat Vieilles Vignes Château Solidaires Meritage 2010, A.C., Côtes De Bordeaux - Blaye, Bordeaux, France: Savoury and full-bodied with deep, rich veins of black fleshy fruit and toasty oak. Blackberry liqueur richness. Very satisfying. Great price. Drink: 2013-2016. 355891 15% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 26, 2013
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Tres Picos Borsao Garnacha 2011, D.O., Campo De Borja, Spain: Some mocha and chocolate on the nose is quickly flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. This winery is located south of Rioja and is comprised of 100% Garnacha grapes. The wine itself was matured in 50/50 stainless steel and French barrels. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2019. 273748 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 12, 2013
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Cerro Añon Gran Reserva Olarra 2005, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Savoury and meaty with juicy, mouth-watering fleshy black fruit. Nicely put together. There's a lovely dark weave of smoke, spice and black fruit on the finish. It'll do well in the cellar, but can also be enjoyed tonight with grilled steak. Drink: 2012-2016. 190827 13.50% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. October 26, 2013
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