Chateau Bouscat Caduce Supérieur Meritage 2009, A.C., Pessace-Leognan, Bordeaux, France: A medium- to almost full-bodied red with lip-smacking aromas and flavours of black plums, redcurrant and fleshy blackcurrant, some dark spice and cigar box from the oak aging. Supple with a great finish. This will benefit from 1-2 hours decanting. Drink: 2013-2016. 191411 13% XD 750 mL $16.85 Score: 89/100. March 16, 2013
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Château Hauchat La Famille Saby Merlot 2010, A.C., Fronsac, Bordeaux, France: Very attractive nose of fleshy ripe dark red fruit and some smoke. Juicy and savoury on the palate with a lovely full-bodied weight. Decant 2 hours. Pretty amazing price. Drink with grilled pork chops or pepper steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 123489 13.20% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. March 16, 2013
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Château De Corneilla Héritage Jonquères D'oriola 2010, A.P., Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi, France: Loaded with toasty, smoky oak, some mocha and black as night fruit. Full-bodied and smooth with lots of power and punch. Demands hearty meat dishes. Pow! Drink: 2013-2016. 627752 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. March 30, 2013
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