Two Hands Wines Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Complex, full-bodied and delicious! Loaded with black fruit flavours yet it's very dry and balanced, with a lovely long finish. Great dinner party wine. The "gnarly dudes" refer to the old, twisted grapevine trunks that are illustrated on this wine's label. This is a classic red from the heart of the Barossa Valley. Serve this at a dinner party featuring a hearty meat dish, and listen to the murmurs of appreciation. Superb craftsmanship! Drink: 2012-2016. 660043 14.50% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 26, 2013
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Emiliana Gran Reserva Cabernet Merlot 2010, Maipo Valley, Chile: A terrific wine, especially at this price. Full-bodied, juicy and richly layered with fleshy black plum and berry aromas and flavours. Superb. This organic wine has just 15 mg/l of free sulphur. Try it with a rare steak this evening. Great gift wine too -- the label looks expensive :) Drink: 2013-2015. 437947 14.60% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. 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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Terres D'avignon Réserve Des Armoiries Élevé En Fût De Chêne 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: Cedary with wild black fruit, cassis and blackcurrant. Excellent for the price. Full-bodied and relatively smooth, though decant for 1 hour. Savoury and mouth-watering. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 194886 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. October 12, 2013
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Momo Seresin Estate Pinot Noir 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Big and juicy with pleasingly tart and vibrant cherry aromas and flavours. Mouth-watering acidity is fantastic for a range of dishes. Smooth and medium- to full-bodied. Very tasty. Absolutely needs food. Made by the film director of many famous movies, including several of the Harry Potter series. Drink: 2012-2016. 163972 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 28, 2013
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Journey's End Single Vineyard Shiraz 2007, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: Savoury and juicy with a meaty note that makes this ultra delicious. This is a full-bodied red that will tempt you to drink it too fast: it's that tasty. Aromas of fleshy black fruit and hedonistic happiness. Drink: 2013-2017. 337642 14% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 92/100. October 26, 2013
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Napa Cellars Trinchero Zinfandel 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: Vibrant aromas and flavours of fleshy purple plums and blueberries on the nose and palate. Full-bodied and smooth with juicy mouth-watering acidity. There's loads more ripe berry fruit on the finish. Fire up the BBQ! This wine will dance with grilled meats, from chicken to beef. Yum! Drink: 2013-2016. 126607 14.90% D 750 mL $25.25 Score: 91/100. October 12, 2013
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Grove Street Pinot Noir 2011, Sonoma County, California, United States: Juicy cherry berry aromas with some mocha. Round and mouth-filling and smooth. Lovely sunset wine. Drink: 2013-2017. 231613 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 26, 2013
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