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Luigi Bosca Single Vineyard Malbec 2016, Luján De Cuyo, Argentina: A luscious, deeply flavoured Argentine red wine made from the country's iconic red grape Malbec. Aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, pencil led and violets on the nose with nervy acidity. Full-bodied, smooth and luscious. The DOC of Lujan de Cuyo in Mendoza was created in 1989 to protect the Malbec grape. The vines are planted at 960 metres above sea level. The vineyard is 90 years old. The wine was aged for 14 months in oak barrels. Decant 1 hour and pair with grilled steak. Drink: 2019-2024. 74922 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. November 6, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Bodegas Vizcarra JC Vizcarra 2016, Ribera del Duero D.O., Spain: From Bodegas Vizcarra, Jc Vizcarra 2016 is a full-bodied 100% Tempranillo matured for 15 months in French and American oak barrels. From a challenging cool and wet vintage, this medium-bodied red is showing great finesse with bright red fruits, pink florals and spicy toasty oak flavours on the palate. Drink: 2021-2024. 214650 14% D 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 92/100. March 19, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Balbás Crianza 2016, Ribera del Duero D.O., Spain: From the Ribera Del Duero wine region, Balbás Crianza 2016 is aged 18 months in French and American oak barrels and is produced from estate-grown old vine Tempranillo. Fragrant on the nose with dark plum, cherry, leather, cocoa and spicy aromas. Beautifully balanced with ripe blackberry, earthy florals, cocoa, pepper spice and stony mineral flavours wrapped up with a whiff of smoke. Nicely done! Enjoy with a grilled steak and mushrooms. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2027. 437673 14.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. September 2, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

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