Domaine Les Aphillanthes Cuvée Les Galets Plan De Dieu 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: A full-bodied, glorious wine with savoury and meaty aromas and flavours of cedar, wild black fruit and dark spices. Seductive aromas of anise, smoke, and black cherry liqueur on the finish, which is long and satisfying. Drink: 2013-2017. 252270 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 12, 2013
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Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: This zesty white wine is herbal, grassy good! Medium-bodied, no oak, great for seafood and vegetarian dishes. Vibrant aromas of gooseberry and grapefruit on the palate, with lots of mouth-watering acidity for a range of dishes from salads to seafood. Drink: 2013-2015. 981670 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 4, 2014
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Cooper's Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Cooper's Creek has long been associated with Sauvignon Blanc, crafting mouth-watering, bright white wines that pair well with salads and seafood. What I like especially is that this one isn't too grassy, but has more of a lime citrus lift. Drink: 2013-2015. 957407 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. January 18, 2014
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Kim Crawford East Coast Unoaked Chardonnay 2012, Marlborough, Hawke's Bay, East Coast, New Zealand: Fresh and crisp with no oak. Citrus character from Hawke's Bay combines with tropical fruit from Marlborough. Malolactic fermentation with 7 months on the lees to impart richness and creaminess: gives the impression of oak without the heaviness. Butterscotch notes but still ultra-fresh fruit. Drink: 2013-2016. 991950 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. January 18, 2014
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