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Crios Domino Del Plata Torrontés 2011, Argentina, Argentina: A profusion of white flowers and happiness. Just the right amount of acidity for almost all dishes, except maybe steak. Lively and pretty. Life is beautiful. Drink: 2012-2015.  1834  13.50%  XD  750 mL  $12.95  Score: 89/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Catena Chardonnay 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Oh yum! Buttery richness drips around a green apple core of vibrancy. Full-bodied, but not heavy. One of the best chardonnays I have tasted in a while. Drink: 2012-2017.  918805  13.50%  XD  750 mL  $19.95  Score: 92/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review
Inniskillin Winemaker's Series Two Vineyards Riesling 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Petrol and peach: love it! Don't be put off if you haven't heard that description before; it's wonderful, especially for food. Terrific mouth-watering acidity makes it a match for seafood, salads and cream sauces. Wonderful! Drink: 2012-2016.  105387  11.50%  XD  750 mL  $17.95  Score: 89/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Michel Delhommeau Cuvée Harmonie Muscadet De Sèvre-Et-Maine 2010, A.C., Loire, France: Mouth-watering and a perfect foil for shellfish. Clean and crisp with lemon and lime notes. Drink: 2012-2014.  164624  12%  XD  750 mL  $12.95  Score: 88/100. April 14, 2012 Full Review
Duca Di Quadri Catemario Collezione Privata Pinot Grigio 2010, D.O.C., Friuli, Italy: Clean, fresh and crisp without any heavy oak. Great aperitif or food companion. Drink: 2012-2015.  120782  12.50%  XD  750 mL  $14.95  Score: 88/100. April 14, 2012 Full Review
Cathedral Cellar Kwv Shiraz 2009, W.O., Western Cape, South Africa: Drink: 2010-2014.  561142  14.50%  XD  750 mL  $14.95. June 21, 2012 Full Review

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