Fincas Patagonicas Malbec 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: Pitch black in flavour and hue: this is a brooding, blockbuster, don't mess with me wine. Holy smoke. Black currant, black, charred plum and roasted blackberry. This wine has walked through the fires of hell and lived to tell the tale. Pair with grilled meats. It's the only thing this wine knows. Drink: 2017-2022. 450155 14.20% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. August 5, 2017
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Carte Noire Rosé 2017, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: Love this southern French rose year after year! Aromas of small field strawberries and dried herbs. Perfect for seafood. Drink: 2018-2020. 319384 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 16, 2019
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Halos de Jupiter 2016, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A full-bodied southern French red wine from the Rhine Valley with gorgeous aromas of black fruit and pleasantly bitter, dry finish. Winemaker Michel Gassier and oenologist Philippe Cambie have crafted a blockbuster here. Pair with roast duck. Drink: 2018-2021. 276956 15% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018
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Remy Pannier Sevre et Maine sur lie Muscadet 2013, Loire Valley, France: Here's a terrific alternative to Chablis (unoaked Chardonnay from Burgundy) for your shellfish: dry, crisp and refreshing. Perfect companion to oysters, mussels and clams. Aromas of lime and lemon. This is a terrific wine at a bargain price for the quality. You can also enjoy it as an aperitif. Drink: 2014-2016. 13821 11.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 15, 2015
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Bouchard Pere & Fils Pinot Noir 2013, Beaune, Burgundy AOC, France: Medium-bodied and silky smooth Burgundian Pinot Noir. Classic aromas of tart cherry and fresh earth. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2014-2018. 605667 12.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. December 31, 2015
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Chateau Saint-Roch Vieilles Vignes Syrah Grenache 2013, Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi A.P., France: Big, black and brooding: looking for a fight though not with your taste buds. This is a towering French red wine from the southern winemaking region of the country. Incredibly awesome price. Aromas of fleshy black fruit, tar, toasty oak and smoke. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2015-2020. 195107 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 92/100. May 14, 2016
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Sartori Montegradella Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: An extraordinary wine for the price! Wowsers. Mocha and smoke wrap around fleshy black plums. Voluptuous and luxurious, with full-bodied weight and a rich texture. The Sartori 2012 Valpolicella Classico Superiore offers lots of pleasure in the glass. Full-bodied with attractive aromas of dark fruit, spice and smoke. Perfect for tomato and meat sauces or hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2016-2020. 473157 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. December 30, 2016
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Borsao Tres Picos Garnacha 2012, Campo De Borja D.O., Spain: This full-bodied Spanish red wine was fermented in stainless steel; half of the wine was matured in small French oak barrels, of which about 40% new, and the remaining half in stainless steel tank. Loaded with mocha and sweet chocolate aromas on the nose that are then flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. A rich darkly hued colour in the glass. Drink: 2014-2020. 273748 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 13, 2015
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Rio Madre Graciano 2016, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A juicy, full-bodied Spanish red wine with aromas of fleshy ripe purple and black plums and toasty oak. Made from the Graciano grape. Pair with rack of lamb. Drink: 2018-2024. 354753 14.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. July 21, 2018
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