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Vintages Release April 28, 2012

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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! Riesling food pairings: aged cheeses, apple strudel, fresh fruit and a scoop of sorbet. 258715 9% MS 375 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. April 2012. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Tokaji food pairings: Szechuan chicken, grilled pork in a honey-garlic sauce. Drink: 2012 - 2017 261693 12.1% M 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Best Value Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

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 13.5% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 13.5% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 95/100. April 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 $19.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 92/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Malbec food pairings: beef steak. 646612 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.25 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 14.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Shiraz food pairings: filet mignon, meat lovers pizza, hamburgers. Drink: 2012 - 2015 448241 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Two Hands Wines 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 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. April 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 $31.95 Score: 90/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sister's Run Epiphany Shiraz 2009, 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. Shiraz food pairings: marinated steaks, mild Thai beef curry. Drink: 2012 - 2015 269464 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Pinot Noir food pairings: kyufte (meatballs with parsley, savory and cumin), beef kebabs with rice. 259796 14.4% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 86/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Megalomaniac Wines 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. Cabernet Franc food pairings: Frank with beans, hearty chili, meat-and-veggie stew. 205021 12.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery 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 13.4% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

MontGras ANTU Ninquén 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. Cabernet Sauvignon Carmenère food pairings: beef ribs, lamb burgers. 59329 14.3% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Teran food pairings: charcuterie platter, barbecued sausages. 264366 12.4% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 84/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Du Penlois Juliénas Maxence Besson, Vign. Gamay (Beaujolais) 2010, A.C., Beaujolais, France: Peppery and surprisingly robust for beaujolais. Vibrant dark cherry aromas and flavours with mouth-watering juiciness. Amazing food partner. Gamay (Beaujolais) food pairings: veal medallions in a mushroom sauce, beef-and mushroom kebabs. Drink: 2012 - 2015 112532 13% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Cantemerle Meritage 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 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Des Moines Lalande De Pomerol Meritage 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. Meritage food pairings: pork roast, veal chops. Drink: 2013 - 2018 206789 12.9% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Esprit De Pavie Meritage 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. Meritage food pairings: miso-marinated steaks, coffee-marinated steaks. Drink: 2014 - 2019 244020 13.9% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 90/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vincent Girardin Santenay Les Gravières 1Er Cru Pinot Noir 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. Pinot Noir food pairings: beef tenderloin with a mushroom sauce, robust cheese such as Époisses. Drink: 2012 - 2018 940825 13.5% D 750 mL $53.00 Score: 94/100. April 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Food pairings: pepper steaks, beef brisket. Drink: 2012 - 2016 276063 14.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 14.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Chateau Nozieres Cuvée Ambroise de l'Her 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 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Teliani Valley Mukuzani 2006, Mukuzani, Khaketi, Georgia: Rustic cherry-berry aromas with mouth-watering acidity. Juicy and bright. 181271 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 84/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Driopi Tselepos Agiorgitiko 2008, P.D.O., Nemea, Greece: Dry and full-bodied with black fruit and a bitter finish. Agiorgitiko food pairings: apéritif, spinach and fresh goat-cheese salad. 60830 13.5% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 82/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 14.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Corvina food pairings: pork loin, polenta with ham and Parmigiano cheese. Drink: 2012 - 2015 277400 13% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 13.5% D 750 mL $19.25 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Capitel Nicalò Appassimento Classico Superiore Tedeschi Valpolicella 2009, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Big acidity with black fruit and oak. Needs food. Full-bodied and fairly smooth. Valpolicella food pairings: Mediterranean dishes with poultry, white or red meat. Drink: 2012 - 2015 984997 13% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 $18.75 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Valpolicella food pairings: pesto meatballs, orzo pasta. Drink: 2012 - 2014 277509 13% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore food pairings: grilled veal chops, risotto with smoky sausage. Drink: 2012 - 2014 85159 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 $48.25 Score: 94/100. April 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: lamb burgers, meatloaf. 267211 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Montebuena Tempranillo 2010, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Simple, robust and tasty at an incredible price. Great party wine. Drink: 2012 - 2014 211029 13.5% D 750 mL $16.25 Score: 86/100. April 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 14.2% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. April 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ravenswood Single Vineyard Pickberry Red Cabernet Merlot 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 14.5% D 750 mL $46.00 Score: 92/100. April 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Eberle Estate 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 14.9% D 750 mL $43.95 Score: 92/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Grgich Hills Estate 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 14.8% XD 750 mL $109.95 Score: 96/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 13.5% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. April 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Perrin & Fils Réserve Rosé 2011, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: A mild rose with pleasant strawberry and raspberry notes. Bone-dry and food-friendly. Rosé food pairings: grilled tuna, stuffed olives, paprika dusted grilled prawns. Drink: 2011 - 2014 719062 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Pinot Noir Rosé food pairings: summer salads, stuffed peppers, chicken skewers. 168237 12.5% D 750 mL $11.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Finca El Origen 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. Torrontés food pairings: lemon chicken. Drink: 2012 - 2014 262089 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vineland Estates Winery Pinot Blanc 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: Clean and crisp with mild aromas of white melon. Pinot Blanc food pairings: rich seafood, chicken in a butter or cream sauce. 164467 11% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Flat Rock 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. Riesling food pairings: pear salad, tangerine salad. Drink: 2012 - 2017 43281 11% MD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Riesling food pairings: roast chicken, pork, grilled fish, seafood appetizers, sushi. Drink: 2012 - 2016 169011 12.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Blanc food pairings: pan-fried trout, grilled prawns, Cajun catfish. Drink: 2012 - 2015 264739 12% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vincent Girardin Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay 2009, A.C., Mâcon-Fuissé, Burgundy, France: Incredibly mouth-watering acidity that cries out for food. Green apple vibrancy in this zesty chardonnay. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken breast, aged cheeses. 264515 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Bachey-Legros Vielles Vignes Morgeot 1Er Cru Chardonnay 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. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled ahi tuna, herbed buttermilk chicken, chèvre or Brie cheeses. Drink: 2012 - 2016 268508 14% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. April 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seafood, chèvre cheese, grilled asparagus with lemon, olive oil and feta. 672345 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lawson's Dry Hills 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 $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. April 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Spy Valley Wine 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! Pinot Gris food pairings: grilled duck sausages, mildly spiced Asian dishes. Drink: 2012 - 2015 277723 14.5% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 14.5% XD 750 mL $77.00 Score: 91/100. April 2012. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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 11.5% MD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 89/100. April 2012. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cuvaison Chardonnay 2009, Carneros, Napa Valley, California, United States: Buttery richness with balancing acidity. Complex and balanced and delicious. Drink: 2012 - 2016 988261 14.2% D 750 mL $64.00 Score: 90/100. April 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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