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Wolf Blass The Entertainer 2014, South Australia, Australia: This robust Australian red wine features aromas of fleshy ripe cherry and blackberry on the nose and palate. This is a blend of Grenache and Shiraz grapes. Juicy, plush and velvet smooth. This wine is named in honour of Wolf Blass, the founder, who has both extravagant and charismatic in his mischievous sense of fun. Pair with meat lovers pizza on movie night. Drink: 2016-2019. 419994 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. December 31, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review
Tawse Sketches of Niagara Rosé 2009, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Orange clementine and a touch of strawberry fleshy ripe on the nose of this Niagara rose. Medium-bodied, good acidity. Pair with fish and chips. Drink: 2010-2012. 172643 12% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 8, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Espino Carmenère 2014, Pirque, Maipo Valley, Chile Drink: 2016-2018. 464412 14% D 750 mL  $15.95. August 20, 2016 Full Review
Luna Nuda Pinot Grigio 2016, Alto Adige Trentino I.G.T., Italy: Fresh, crisp and clean with mouth-watering acidity for seafood, salads and vegetarian dishes. Lime and lemon zest. Nice for the price. Drink: 2017-2019. 19773 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. September 30, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Oyster Bay Chardonnay 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand: Buttery and rich, yet balanced with racy acidity on the palate of this delicious New Zealand Chardonnay. Green apple goodness wrapped in vanilla spice. Pair with roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2014-2017. 326728 13.70% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. June 5, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review
Sterling Vineyards Vintner's Collection Merlot 2013, California, United States: Fleshy ripe plums and blackberries. Juicy, layered and full-bodied. Perfect for grilled lamb or pork chops. Drink: 2014-2018. 622837 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. December 3, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

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