Kaiken Ultra Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: A rich, deeply concentrated red with blackberry liqueur and blueberry preserve aromas. Smooth and full-bodied. Fantastic for barbecues. Drink: 2012-2015. 135202 14.50% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 89/100. April 14, 2012
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Roux Père & Fils Pinot Noir 2010, Côte De Nuits-Villages, Burgundy AC, France: Wow price for Burgundian pinot noir! Juicy, savoury with tart small cherries and acidity. Silky smooth. Drink: 2012-2022. 279075 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. March 30, 2020
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Roux Père & Fils Côte De Beaune-Villages Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France 208520 13% XD 750 mL $19.75. November 10, 2011
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Renato Ratti Marcenasco Barolo 2007, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Savoury with a lovely nose of fleshy ripe black fruit and some mocha. Full-bodied and layered for complexity with a long finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 713479 14.50% XD 750 mL $78.95 Score: 92/100. November 10, 2012
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Verbena Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Classic mature, complex brunello: don't look for fruit. Instead expect subtle aromas of leather, cigar box and dried herbs. Full-bodied and smooth. Perfect for discussions about the latest developments in the field of astro physics. 165126 14% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2012
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San Felice Brunello Di Montalcino 2005, D.O.C.,Tuscany, Italy 991075 13.50% XD 750 mL $44.95. October 15, 2010
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Brunello Di Montalcino 2006, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Leather and violets and seduction. Full-bodied but subtle with an endless finish. Juicy and giving and complex. One of the best brunellos I've tasted in a long time. Drink: 2012-2020. 660746 14.50% XD 750 mL $53.95 Score: 96/100. October 13, 2012
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Offley 10 Year Old Tawny Port Btld. 2012, D.O.C., Douro, Portugal: Terrific tawny! Very balanced and structured without being too sweet. Nice grip. Drink: 2012-2017. 297788 20% S 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. October 27, 2012
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Beronia Reserva Tempranillo 2006, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Lovely old leather Rioja! Love this style. Dusty and earthy, not fruity. Dry, full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2012-2016. 50203 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2012
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Castillo De Maluenda Punto Y Coma Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2009, D.O., Calatayud, Spain 292052 14% XD 750 mL $14.95. October 27, 2011
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