Cristobal 1492 Barrel Selection Merlot 2012, Mendoza, Argentina 663096 14% XD 750 mL $14.95. January 9, 2015
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Domaine Tournon Mathilda M. Chapoutier Shiraz 2012, Victoria, Australia: Loaded with black pepper, dark spice and intrigue on the nose of this beguiling, full-bodied red wine. This is an incredible price. Dark fruit, pepper and smoke on the finish. Pair with grilled meats and a map of Australia. Drink: 2014-2018. 327395 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. May 15, 2016
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Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz 2012, South Australia, Australia: Campfire hickory smoke on the nose with a savoury, meaty weave through the palate. Charred black fruit. So seductive, so rich and full-bodied, yet also so balanced. Pair with a rare, juicy steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 611210 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. July 10, 2015
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Megalomaniac Narcissist Riesling 2013, Ontario, Canada: The Riesling grapes for this Niagara white wine grow in the winery's Edra's Vineyard. This is an amazing value: great juicy mouth-watering acidity with white peach and stone fruit. Pair with shellfish and mirrors or self-reflecting ponds. Drink: 2014-2018. 67587 11% M 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 10, 2015
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Santa Carolina Reserva De Familia Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Maipo Valley, Chile: Firm tannic grip on the palate, with black tart fruit and toasty oak aromas, full-bodied and savoury. Great wine for the price. This wine was aged in oak barrels for 14 months. Pair with a juicy, rare steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 408658 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015
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Perez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipo Valley, Chile: Solid performer year after year and especially at this price point. Savoury, meaty, juicy Chilean Cabernet that's grown in the Maipo Alto region of the country where it enjoys a Mediterranean climate and piedmont stony soils. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2014-2018. 694208 13% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015
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Perrin & Fils Nature 2013, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: This classic French red wine is loaded with aromas of fleshy black plums, blackberries and blueberries. Full-bodied with smoky forest floor. Mouth-filling and rich with a long finish. Surprising acidity on the mid-palate: almost tingling in sensation on the tongue. One of the best organic wine producers worldwide. Pair with free range grilled chicken or beef. Drink: 2013-2018. 10363 13% XD 375 mL $9.95 Score: 89/100. January 10, 2015
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Castelli del Grevepesa Castelgreve Riserva Chianti Classico 2008, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy 344416 13.50% XD 750 mL $23.95. July 11, 2015
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Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio 2014, Alto Adige Trentino DOC, Italy: Soft and mild with some notes of white melon. Not a lot acidity. Pleasant aperitif. Drink: 2014-2016. 106450 12% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2017
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Bollini Pinot Grigio 2014, Trentino DOC, Italy: A soft Italian white wine made from Pinot Grigio grapes, with some lime lift, refreshing, crisp and clean. Pair with fresh fish dishes. Drink: 2014-2016. 951319 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. July 10, 2015
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Sartori Valdimezzo Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A robust, juicy, mouth-watering Italian red wine with terrific concentration of dark fruit flavour. Perfect for pasta in a tangy tomato sauce. Drink: 2015-2018. 160374 13.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 9, 2015
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Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2013, Südtirol - Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Crisp, dry and refreshing with notes of grapefruit and lime. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2013-2016. 681429 12.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. June 13, 2015
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Vicente Faria Wines 2012, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Explore your dark side with Animus. Cedar brush and wild tart black raspberry on the nose of this full-bodied Portuguese red wine. Smooth and supple. Great price. Excellent party wine, especially those hosted for psychiatrists. Drink: 2013-2018. 535641 13.50% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 27, 2014
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Campo Viejo Reserva 2008, Rioja, Spain Drink: 2009-2015. 137810 12.40% XD 750 mL $18.45. July 24, 2008
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Marques De Riscal Reserva 2009, Rioja D.O.C., Spain: Lots of acidity in this robust Spanish red wine with black fruit, tar and a pleasantly bitter finish. One of the better-known producers of Rioja on a large scale. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 32656 14% XD 750 mL $29.80 Score: 87/100. August 3, 2014
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Flor De Vetus Verdejo 2013, Rueda D.O., Spain: Bone-dry and refreshing Spanish white wine with bright lemon notes. Medium-bodied with lots of mouth-watering acidity. Great aperitif or companion to shellfish. Good price. Pair with pan fried seafood or vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 320259 12.50% XD 750 mL $16.25 Score: 89/100. June 27, 2015
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Segura Viudas Heredad Reserva Brut Cava, Penedès D.O., Spain: Here's your sparkling wine for the summer (and year round)! Terrific value in this well-made, toasty and refreshing bubbly from Spain that's a third of the price of Champagne. Segura is one of the most respected producers of Cava, the Spanish name for sparkling wine. Terrific earthy aromas mingle with toasted almond and some green apple. Great aperitif or try it with roast turkey, fried chicken, or yes, even potato chips. Elegant, layered, refreshing. Drink: 2023-2025. 558825 12% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. December 16, 2023
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Snap Dragon Red Blend 2012, California, United States: A terrific robust red wine for the price! This smooth Californian wine is a blend of grapes and offers attractive aromas of dark fruit, smoke and toasty oak. Finishes with mocha and dark chocolate. Drink: 2011-2013. 226621 13.50% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 27, 2014
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