Pascual Toso Limited Edition Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina Drink: 2013-2016. 162610 14% XD 750 mL $15.95. August 3, 2014
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Norton Reserva Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Juicy and full-bodied with blackberry and black currant aromas wrapped up in some toasty oak, mocha and dark chocolate. Good acidity. Rich dark red hue with violet accents in the glass. Try it with a combination pizza or roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 17061 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.00 Score: 89/100. May 2, 2015
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Susana Balbo Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Robust and savoury with blackberry and wild cassis. Firm tannic grip. A great value. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2014-2017. 260919 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. March 19, 2016
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The Black Chook Woop Woop Wines Syrah Shiraz 2012, South Australia, Australia: Surprisingly excellent for the price, wow. This full-bodied red wine is a blend of mostly Shiraz and a splash of Viognier from McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek. Aromas of blackberry jam lusciousness with some mint. Layers and layers and layers of pleasure. Eyes closed kinda wine. Some violets and cedar on this finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2018. 66738 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. March 29, 2014
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2013 Sand and Gravel Riesling 2013, Niagara, Canada $17.95. March 1, 2012
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Fielding Rosé 2015, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Pink grapefruit and vibrant tart cherry notes. Come alive palate, wake up you over there sleeping on the dock. Pair with grilled seafood. Drink: 2015-2017. 53421 12.30% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. May 14, 2016
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Louis Bernard Tavel Rosé 2015, Rhone A.P., France: A superb and full-bodied southern French rose with aromas of strawberries and raspberries. Dry and refreshing. Pair with planked salmon or grilled chicken. Drink: 2016-2017. 450833 13.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. May 14, 2016
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Bougrier Vouvray Chenin Blanc 2013, Loire Valley, France: Soft, pretty, peach and pear with hardly any acidity. Nice, benign aperitif. Drink: 2015-2017. 253229 11% XD 750 mL $18.20 Score: 86/100. August 3, 2014
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Le Parisien Pays D'oc Pinot Noir 2009, Languedoc, France: Lovely ruby colour in the glass. Pleasant, silky and medium-bodied with aromas of cherry-berry on the nose. Good value. Drink: 2012-2014. 265991 12.50% XD 750 mL $12.90 Score: 86/100. June 22, 2012
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Gérard Bertrand Syrah Grenache 2011, Languedoc A.P., France: Savoury and juicy with meaty, dark spice character. Amazing QPR: quality price quality. This is mostly Syrah and Grenache in the blend. The greater diurnal shift (change) between daytime and night-time temperatures in the region intensifies the dark fruit and dense cassis character of the wine. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2018. 413237 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 2, 2015
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Leone De Castris Maiana Salice Salentino Rosso 2013, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: A delicious Italian red wine that is terrific for the money. Ripe cherry and plum notes. The 2013 vintage of Maiana offers notes of dark berries, smoke and dried herbs. Pair with grilled lamb chops. Drink: 2013-2017. 717959 13.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. May 2, 2015
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Marchesi di Barolo La Tradizione Barolo 2009, Piedmont DOCG, Italy: Loads of tannin here that needs cellar time smooth out. Violets, black chary fruits, truffle. Pair with wild boar with shaved truffle. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2014-2018. 168179 14% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 88/100. July 10, 2015
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Sella & Mosca Di Sardegna Riserva Cannonau 2011, Sardinia, Italy: Tons of acidity and tannic grip. Tart cherry. Decant 2 hours and it might smooth out. Pair with a tangy tomato sauce. Drink: 2013-2017. 425488 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. October 25, 2015
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Carpineto Dogajolo Rosso Toscana I.G.T. 2012, Toscana I.G.T., Italy Drink: 2014-2016. 361501 13.50% D 750 mL $19.00. January 1, 2015
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Kellerei St. Magdalena Pinot Grigio 2013, Südtirol, Alto Adige Trentino D.O.C., Italy: Classic northern Italian Pinot Grigio. Fresh, fresh, fresh! Lemon zest, lime and some green apple. Terrific mouth-watering acidity. Medium-bodied. Great price. Try with pasta and cream sauce. Pair with oysters, clams and mussels. Drink: 2013-2016. 249466 13.50% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. January 24, 2015
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La Marca Prosecco, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A toasty, crisp, fresh Italian sparkling wine that's both robust and mouth-filling. Aromas of freshly baked bread and green apple. This is a consistently great product of Italian bubbly with a Prosecco that's styled to enjoy on its own or with seafood. Drink: 2015-2018. 287987 11% M 750 mL $23.00 Score: 89/100. December 8, 2017
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Villa Maria Estate Private Bin Rose 2015, Marlborough, New Zealand: Pretty aromas of field strawberries tickle the nose and senses on this vibrant New Zealand rose. It's dry and delicate yet refreshing. It finishes with a touch of spice and sun-dappled berries. Pair with planked salmon. Serve chilled. Drink: 2015-2017. 234377 12.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 30, 2016
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Cerro Añon Reserva Bodegas Olarra Tempranillo Garnacha Mazuelo 2006, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Toasty oak and dark fruit on the nose. Gorgeous, supple texture, full-bodied weight and great length. This is perfect for potluck gatherings or movie night. This wine is a blend of 80% Tempranillo, 5% Garnacha and 15% Mazuelo that is matured for 20 months in American oak. dry, smoky finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 114306 13.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 87/100. July 20, 2013
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McManis Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, California, United States: Lovely smoky, mocha, blackberry nose. Mouth-watering acidity on the palate, full-bodied weight. Then a sweet blackberry finish. Drink: 2013-2016. 212126 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. May 25, 2013
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Beringer Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2005, California, United States: Located 17 miles northwest of the winery, this vineyard has volcanic, well-drained soils. The Knights Valley designation was first used on a Beringer label in 1974. By 1983, this area had won official recognition as a premier wine growing region in the form of its own American Viticulture Area designation. The wines were then aged in small French Nevers oak barrels for sixteen months. A paragon of balance, elegance and New World vitality. Lovely aromas of toasty oak, black pepper and black plums. A long finish. Drink: 2008-2015. 352583 13% D 750 mL $49.95 Score: 92/100. April 22, 2008
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Smoking Loon Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, California, United States: Mocha nose with blackberries and plums and an espresso finish. Smooth and full-bodied. 55517 13.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. December 1, 2009
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E. & J. Gallo Winery Bear Flag Red Blend, California, United States: A smoky, full-bodied Californian red wine blend with lots of toasty oak. Pair with grilled hamburgers. Drink: 2014-2016. 226514 12.50% MD 750 mL $12.99 Score: 85/100. February 1, 2015
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Ravens Wood, California, United States . March 1, 2012
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