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Wakefield Jaraman Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Coonawarra, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield's Jaraman 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon is full-bodied with ripe blackberries, dark plum, dried herbs and tobacco leaf and minty flavours on the palate. Pair with grilled lamb chops. Drink: 2018-2024. 142398 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. March 16, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Brokenwood Semillon 2016, Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: Smoky with lanolin and lemon and beeswax. Gorgeous yet low in alcohol (yay). Racy acidity for seafood. Voluptuous mouth-feel. Drink: 2018-2022. 657726 10.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 92/100. August 18, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Watershed Senses Chardonnay 2016, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: A lovely, lively, smoky Australia Chardonnay from the cool climate of the Margaret River. The grapes are fermented in small batches in French oak barrels and rest on their on their lees for 7 months with light mixing - battonage - to add richness and creaminess. Aromas of golden apple, toasted almond and peach. Pair with roast turkey or chicken. Drink: 2018-2021. 570150 13% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 92/100. August 18, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review
Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 2017, Loire A.C., France: A pleasant, light-bodied French white wine from the Loire Valley with racy acidity for seafood. Aromas of lemongrass and lemon zest. Drink: 2018-2019. 264945 12.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Auntsfield Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Southern Valleys, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Clean, crisp and vibrant New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from the Marlborough region. Aromas of freshly cut grass, lime, chives and lemongrass. Racy acidity for seafood. Medium-bodied, no oak. Drink: 2018-2019. 663286 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review
Conde Valdemar Reserva 2011, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A juicy, full-bodied Spanish red wine from the heart of Rioja. This wine is mostly the classic Tempranillo grape. Perfect for porta bello mushroom and grilled lamb. Drink: 2018-2022. 947309 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. August 4, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2015, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara, California, United States: Rich and mouth-filling with a luxurious texture and weight. The Katherine's Vineyard comprises sand and granite soils. Aromas of toasty oak, toasted almond, butterscotch and smoke from generous oak aging. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2019-2023. 922145 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.75 Score: 92/100. May 15, 2019 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

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