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Château Teyssier 2019, Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Château Teyssier 2019 is a spicy, toasty, mouth-watering 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc Bordeaux blend concentrated with blueberry, dark plum, dried herbs, dark chocolate and nutty flavours savoury on the palate. Tannins are rich and chewy. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 226035 13.50% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 92/100. November 1, 2022
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Finca Monica Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Finca Monica 2019 Tempranillo is a full-bodied Rioja red wine with dark cherry, red berry, plum, cassis, vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours fresh, generous and supple on the palate. Drink: 2023-2028. 574368 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. May 27, 2023
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Balbás Barrica 5 Tempranillo 2020, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Balbás Barrica 5 2020 is a full-bodied, savoury and vibrant Tempranillo with aromas of ripe purple plums and blueberries. Tannins are grippy. The wine was matured in American and French oak barrels for five months and hence the name "Barrica 5". Bodegas Balbás dates back to 1777 with 200 years and four generations of grape growing and winemaking experience in the Ribera del Duero. Drink: 2021-2025. 543710 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. November 19, 2022
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