Vintages Wine Picks April 28, 2012

by Natalie MacLean

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[ Compress ] White Wine

Finca El Origin Reserva Torrontés 2010, Cafayate Valley, Salta, Argentina: White floral aromas and a profusion of peach-pear happiness. Try this white if you haven't and open your world to more happiness. Drink: 2012-2014. 262089 14% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value White Wine.
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Vineland Pinot Blanc 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: Clean and crisp with mild aromas of white melon. 164467 11% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Le Clos Jordanne Le Clos Jordanne Vineyard Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Hazelnut richness on the nose with a lovely green apple vibrancy. Luscious layers of richness and juiciness. Surely one of Canada's best chardonnays, if not the best! 33910 13% XD 750 mL $40.00 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated White Wine.
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Flat Rock Cellars Riesling 2010, V.Q.A., Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Soooooo lovely! Apricot and honeysuckle, but not sweet (just a touch balanced by acidity). Luscious and addictive. Drink: 2012-2017. 43281 10.50% MD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012
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Calina Reserva Chardonnay 2009, Aconcagua Valley, Casablanca Valley, Chile: A terrific chardonnay, especially for this price point! Lovely aromas of green apple, some butter and just enough oak to make this a toasty, full-bodied (but not heavy) package. Drink: 2012-2015. 640912 13.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value White Wine.
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Willy Gisselbrecht Tradition Riesling 2010, A.C., Alsace, France: Lovely lime blossom and lemon peel with mouth-watering juiciness and the faintest hint of natural sweetness. Lovely food companion for many dishes. Drink: 2012-2016. 169011 12% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value White Wine.
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Vincent Girardin Vieilles Vignes 2009, A.C., Mâcon-Fuissé, Burgundy, France: Incredibly mouth-watering acidity that cries out for food. Green apple vibrancy in this zesty chardonnay. 264515 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012
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Château De Navarro Cordier Blanc 2010, A.C., Graves, Bordeaux, France: Fresh and crisp with vibrant aromas of lemongrass and lime. Mouth-watering acidity on the palate makes this a terrific food companion. Drink: 2012-2015. 264739 12% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Domaine Bachey-Legros Vielles Vignes Morgeot 1Er Cru 2009, A.C., Chassagne-Montrachet, Burgundy, France: Full-on classic Old World chardonnay! Hazelnut richness from the oak aging wraps around peach, green apple and other tree fruit. Rich, complex, full-bodied and has a long finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 268508 14% D 750 mL $53.95 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated White Wine.
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Henri Bourgeois Petit Bourgeois Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Vins De Pays Du Jardin De La France, Loire, France: Lime green vibrancy with lemon and green apple juiciness and refreshment. Great price, very food friendly. 672345 12.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Eradus Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Awatare Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Extremely grassy and herbal with big time refreshment. Mouth-watering acidity and crispness right to the end. Drink: 2010-2013. 225557 13.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Dog Point Chardonnay 2009, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Full-bodied with hazelnut richness on the nose plus green apple, white peach and pear on the palate. Complex and layered but not heavy. Terrific balance and finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 238568 14% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated White Wine.
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Two Rivers Of Marlborough Convergence Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Here's your ultimate NZ SB! Citrus lift, not too grassy and ultra refreshing. Want to love SB? Start here. Drink: 2011-2014. 277707 13.50% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated White Wine.
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Spy Valley Pinot Gris 2011, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Viscous and full-bodied with lovely layers of white melon. This wine is medium dry (MD) but the sweetness really isn't apparent because of the balancing acidity. Terrific! Drink: 2012-2015. 277723 14.50% MD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Lawson's Dry Hills Gewürztraminer 2009, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Gorgeous! Exotic with lychee, rose petal and baking spices. Perfect with Asian and spicy dishes. Looooove it! Drink: 2012-2016. 60129 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated White Wine.
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Seresin Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy and herbal with crisp, ultra dry refreshment. Limes and lemons dance in delight. Drink: 2012-2014. 735043 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Torres Viña Esmeralda 2010, D.O., Catalunya, Spain: Lemon and white floral notes galore! Mouth-watering acidity. I dare you to find a better wine at this price for Asian and spicy dishes... Go ahead, challenge me. Drink: 2012-2015. 113696 11.50% MD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value White Wine.
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Irony Chardonnay 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, textbook chardonnay: butter, oak and some peach. Full-bodied. Drink: 2012-2015. 27409 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Cuvaison Chardonnay 2009, Carneros, Napa Valley, California, United States: Buttery richness with balancing acidity. Complex and balanced and delicious. Drink: 2012-2016. 988261 14.20% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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[ Compress ] Red Wine

Mendel Malbec 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Incredibly rich and complex with layers of varied dark fruits, smoke and cedary richness. Full-bodied: decant 2 hours. This will also do very well in the cellar. Drink: 2013-2018. 108225 14.20% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2012
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Mendel Lunta Malbec 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied with black fruit, tar and smoke. Tannic, needs decanting 2 hours. Terrific for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2015. 261917 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Pascual Toso Alta Reserve Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Stunning! Rich, deep, complex, satisfying. Words almost diminish the experience. Loaded with savoury dark fruit, a complex weave of smoke and a finish that you hope lasts until the next bottle. Drink: 2012-2028. 261958 13.50% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 95/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine.
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Los Haroldos Reserva De Familia Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Dark chocolate and espresso lead followed by black fruit and smoke. Full-bodied, juicy and smooth. Great party wine. 269068 13.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Alamos The Wines Of Catena Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Vibrant black cherry aromas on the nose, with terrific balance on the palate. Juicy and mouth-watering, which makes it a terrific food partner. Loaded with black fruit and just the right amount of smoky richness. 467944 13.50% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value Red Wine.
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Susana Balbo Signature Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: This woman (and winery) consistently produces the highest/best quality-price ratio wines I taste. Terrific! This is full-bodied with fleshy rip black fruit and yet there's also juicy mouth-watering action for many dishes. 79798 14.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. April 28, 2012
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St. Hallett Gamekeeper's Shiraz 2009, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Good acidity that cries out for food, especially hearty meat dishes. Ripe and tart blackberry flavours with some black plum and just enough oak. Very consistent producer. Drink: 2012-2016. 166991 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value Red Wine.
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Majella Shiraz 2008, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: A big, black bruiser of a wine with towering structure. Loaded with black fruit and lots of oak. Full-bodied and fairly smooth, though decanting for 2 hours will help. Bring it! Drink: 2012-2015. 269308 15% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Sister's Run Epiphany Shiraz 2008, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Fantastic for the money! Full-bodied with a streak of acidity that holds together the fleshy dark fruit flavours. Full-bodied and layered. Drink: 2012-2015. 269464 14.50% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value Red Wine.
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Leasingham Winemakers Selection Bin 61 Shiraz 2008, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Cool and minty on the nose with a tease of black fruit. Gorgeous balance on the palate: ripe fruit but not heavy, mouth-watering juiciness for a wide range of meat and robustly flavoured dishes. Drink: 2012-2015. 448241 13.50% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine.
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Saltram Mamre Brook Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Seductive nose of cassis and blackberry. A superbly crafted wine with tremendous balance yet still juicy-delicious. Drink: 2012-2016. 48579 15.50% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2012
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Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Complex, full-bodied and delicious! Loaded with black fruit flavours yet it's very dry and balanced, with a lovely long finish. Great dinner party wine. Drink: 2012-2016. 660043 14.50% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine.
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Rousse Pristis Perfect Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Pinot Noir 2008, Danube River Plains, Bulgaria: A savoury, full-bodied red with mouth-watering red berries and fruit. Very drinkable. 259796 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 86/100. April 28, 2012
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Megalomaniac Frank Cabernet Franc 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Very vibrant dark red berries and currants. Great juicy mouth-watering action. Full-bodied and smooth with a pleasant tang on the finish. 205021 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012
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Colchester Ridge Crew Meritage 2007, V.Q.A., Lake Erie North Shore, Ontario, Canada: Full-bodied with dark fruit, smoke and mocha. Juicy and smooth. Interesting new wine from this region. 280990 13.40% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Ninquén Antu Cabernet Sauvignon Carmenère 2010, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Attractive nose of dark fruit with savoury cedar juiciness on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth but decant for 1-2 hours. Very delicious. 59329 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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De Mar Teran 2008, West Istria, Croatia: Full-bodied with a tannic grip so decant 2 hours. Dark red and black fruit with a rustic character. 264366 13.20% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 84/100. April 28, 2012
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Domaine Du Penlois Juliénas Maxence Besson, Vign. 2010, A.C., Beaujolais, France: Peppery and surprisingly robust for beaujolais. Vibrant dark cherry aromas and flavours with mouth-watering juiciness. Amazing food partner. Drink: 2012-2015. 112532 13% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Château Cantemerle 2008, Bordeaux, France: Classic Bordeaux with a terrific balance between dark fruit, smoke (oak) and mouth-watering/balancing acidity. Complex and elegant with a good finish. Drink: 2012-2018. 135004 13% XD 750 mL $43.00 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Château Des Moines Lalande De Pomerol 2009, A.C., Bordeaux, France: Terrific value for Bordeaux! In fact, this is a steal (or a typo) at this price. Smoky black fruit, savoury complexity on the palate and a lovely long finish. Decant 1-2 hours. Drink: 2013-2018. 206789 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Esprit De Pavie 2008, A.C., Bordeaux, France: Powerful and full-bodied with black smoky fruit. This wine definitely benefits from the brand cache of its parent winery in Bordeaux. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2014-2019. 244020 14% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Château Signac Cuvée Tradition Chusclan 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Full-bodied with dark fruit. Smooth and satisfying even though the finish is short. Drink: 2012-2015. 252288 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Arnoux & Fils Vacqueyras 2009, A.C., Rhône, France: A pleasant full-bodied wine with dark red fruit aromas and toasty oak. Drink: 2012-2016. 264663 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Château Nozières Cuvée Ambroise Cahors 2008, A.C., Southwest, France: Big black smoky oak fruit with a pleasantly bitter finish. Full-bodied. Great for barbecues and hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2014. 276055 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 85/100. April 28, 2012
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Château Des Aladères Corbières 2008, A.C., Midi, France: Absolutely delicious with black fruit from the heart of a deep forest. Layered and savoury. Decanting for 1-2 hours will increase your pleasure. Drink: 2012-2016. 276063 14.50% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012
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Vincent Girardin Santenay Les Gravières 1Er Cru 2009, A.C., Burgundy, France: Love it! My kind of burgundy: earthy, black cherry and violets with a terrific zing of acidity. Medium- to almost full-bodied with a satin smoothness. Bring some to my birthday party please. Drink: 2012-2018. 940825 13.50% D 750 mL $38.95 Score: 94/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated White Wine.
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Teliani Valley Mukuzani 2006, Mukuzani, Khaketi, Georgia: Rustic cherry-berry aromas with mouth-watering acidity. Juicy and bright. 181271 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 84/100. April 28, 2012
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Driopi Tselepos Agiorgitiko 2008, P.D.O., Nemea, Greece: Dry and full-bodied with black fruit and a bitter finish. 269043 13.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 82/100. April 28, 2012
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Arele Appassimento, Tommasi 2009, I.G.T., Veneto, Italy: Love the black pepper juiciness of this red! Fleshy black cherries with some tart blackberries mingled in. Absolutely delicious! Drink: 2012-2016. 224188 13% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value Red Wine.
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Monte Del Frá Tenuta Lena Di Mezzo Classico Superiore Valpolicella 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Fun and delicious! Full-bodied and juicy... Wonderful wine for pizza, hamburgers and movie nibbles. Fantastic price! Drink: 2012-2015. 272500 13.50% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value Red Wine.
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Corte Agnella Giuseppe Campagnola Corvina 2009, I.G.T., Veneto, Italy: Very pleasant for this price point! Full-bodied with dark red fruit and a terrific juiciness. Drink: 2012-2015. 277400 13% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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San Cassiano Valpolicella 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Peppery with black fruit and good acidity for food. Full-bodied and fairly smooth but decant 1 hour. Drink: 2012-2014. 277509 13% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Marziano Abbona Terlo Ravera Barolo 2006, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Needs cellar time: very tannic yet the balance is there. Gorgeous black fruit, tar, violets and smoke. A long-term keeper. Drink: 2014-2022. 67918 14% XD 750 mL $42.95 Score: 94/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine.
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Maculan Brentino Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, I.G.T., Veneto, Italy: Smoky oak with big black brooding fruit. Full-bodied and husky -- great for big meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2015. 708297 13.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Acinatico Stefano Accordini Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Mocha, dark chocolate, espresso and black fruit. Generous oak with full-bodied weight. Drink: 2012-2014. 85159 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Brigaldara Valpolicella 2010, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Mouth-watering aromas and flavours of tart cherries with a touch of smoky oak and mocha. Terrific food wine. Drink: 2012-2014. 917864 13.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Capitel Nicalò Appassimento Classico Superiore, Tedeschi Valpolicella 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Big acidity with black fruit and oak. Needs food. Full-bodied and fairly smooth. Drink: 2012-2015. 984997 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Momo Seresin Estate Pinot Noir 2009, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Big juicy acidity with pleasingly tart and vibrant cherry aromas and flavours. Smooth and medium- to full-bodied. Very tasty. Absolutely needs food. Drink: 2012-2016. 163972 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Southern Cross Reserve Escapade Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, W.O., Bottelary-Stellenbosch, South Africa: Good acidity with balanced richness of black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and fairly smooth, though 1-2 hours decanting will help. This is a heavy hitter that will surprise and please those who like Californian cabernets. 267211 13.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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Montebuena 2009, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Simple, robust and tasty at an incredible price. Great party wine. Drink: 2012-2014. 211029 13.50% D 750 mL $12.95 Score: 86/100. April 28, 2012
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Bodegas Olarra Anares Reserva 2005, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Juicy, full-bodied and pleasantly tart with dark red fruit and some smoke. Drink: 2012-2015. 244723 13.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Borsao Tres Picos Garnacha 2009, D.O., Campo De Borja, Spain: Savoury-juicy great! Seductive nose of ripe blackberries and wild cherries. Layers and layers of rich, full-bodied flavour. Fantastic quality for this price. Drink: 2012-2016. 273748 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012
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Andrew Rich Cuvée B Pinot Noir 2008, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Gorgeous pinot: best of both worlds! Juicy cherry fruit yet elegant, long and refined with just enough mouth-watering juicy. Smooth as satin. Drink: 2012-2016. 127043 13.50% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine.
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RavensWood Single Vineyard Pickberry Red 2007, Sonoma Mountain, California, United States: An ultra dry and complex red with a blend of merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Classic cassis and blackcurrant aromas. Needs decanting 2 hours and will keep well in the cellar. Drink: 2013-2017. 200865 14.50% D 750 mL $44.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine.
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Ghost Pines Winemaker's Blend Zinfandel 2008, Sonoma, San Joaquin, California, United States: Loaded with big black fruit, spices and toasty oak. Has the structure of cabernet and juicy deliciousness of zinfandel. A savoury briary fruit finish. The ultimate barbecue wine? Drink: 2012-2015. 269373 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Frei Brothers Winery Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Alexander Valley, California, United States: Love this! Big juicy purple and black plums, fleshy ripe blackberries with layers and layers of flavour. Full-bodied and smooth with just enough oak. Perfect for barbecue and meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2012-2016. 38075 15% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine.
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Folie À Deux Ménage À Trois Red 2010, California, United States: Don't buy it for the whimsical name: buy it because it's good! Loaded with black fruit and dark chocolate aromas. Smooth and full-bodied with a lovely juiciness for many dishes. A blend of zinfandel, merlot and cabernet sauvignon grapes. Drink: 2012-2015. 665158 13.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Eberle Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Paso Robles, California, United States: Terrific balance in this full-bodied, juicy red. Love this style: very tasty and flavourful yet not heavy or cloying. A master craftsman. Drink: 2012-2016. 680835 14.90% D 750 mL $43.95 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2012
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Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Yes, it's pricey but this is one of Napa's most spectacular cabernets. It's complex, balanced, full-bodied with dark fruit and smoke interplays. A finish that goes on forever. Drink: 2012-2018. 71407 14.50% XD 750 mL $74.95 Score: 96/100. April 28, 2012
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Beringer Merlot 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: Smoky oak with tasty dark chocolate and black plum aromas and flavours. Fairly smooth though decanting for 2 hours will help. Drink: 2012-2016. 919647 14.40% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012
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Stags' Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Classic Californian cabernet with aromas of cassis and blackberry, with some smoky oak. Perfect for dinner parties. Drink: 2013-2017. 996405 13.90% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012
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[ Compress ] Rosés

Perrin Réserve Rosé 2011, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: A mild rose with pleasant strawberry and raspberry notes. Bone-dry and food-friendly. Drink: 2011-2014. 719062 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. April 28, 2012
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Winzergenossenschaft Königschaffhausen Pinot Noir Rosé 2011, Q.B.A., Königschaffhauser Vulkanfelsen, Baden, Germany: This wins the award for the best wine with the least catchy name. I mean, who's even going to try to pronounce this in the liquor store? That's your secret and advantage! Lovely strawberry and soft cherry notes on this dry, big character rose. 168237 12.50% D 750 mL $11.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012
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[ Compress ] Dessert Wine

Equifera Icewine Riesling 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Gorgeous luxury for the senses. Apricot and peach preserves wrapped in a blanket of honeyed richness. Enjoy life! 274472 9% MS 375 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Dessert Wine.
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Chateau Imperial Late Harvest Tokaji 2007, Tokaj, Hungary: Lovely dessert wine with apricot and clementine aromas. Not too sweet or cloying. Nice finish to a dinner. Drink: 2012-2017. 261693 12.10% M 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value Dessert Wine.
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