Susana Balbo Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied and supple Argentine red wine, with aromas of black fruit and dark chocolate. Great value for this quality. Produced by Dominio Del Plata, Susanna Balboa is one of the country's most respected vintners. The wine is mostly (95%) Cabernet Sauvignon grapes sourced from three regions in Mendoza, plus there is another 5% of Malbec grapes. Classic cabernet: it has solid structure and could benefit from decanting for 2 hours. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 260919 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 16, 2015
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Wakefield Merlot 2013, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Juicy and fleshy with purple and black plum aromas on this vibrant Australian red wine, with lots of mouth-watering acidity for food. Although the Merlot grape is grown in many regions around the world, the signature here in the glass is definitely Australian. Smooth and full-bodied. Terrific price! Attractive smoke and dark fruit on the finish. Perfect for pizza! Drink: 2014-2018. 683201 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. June 2, 2015
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Wakefield Shiraz 2013, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Solid and full-bodied with big black fruit aromas on this robust Australian red wine made from Shiraz grapes. Tarry, spicy and peppery. Juicy and mouthwatering. This full-bodied Australian Shiraz offers notes of black fruit and pepper. Finishes with aromas of violets, black fruit as well as with vanilla smoke from aging in American oak barrels. Pair with hamburgers or BBQ ribs. Drink: 2013-2016. 943787 14.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. May 16, 2015
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Clos Troteligotte K-Or Malbec 2012, Cahors, Southwest A.C., France: A vibrant and full-bodied southern French red wine made from Malbec grapes. There's a very firm tannic grip on the palate here so decant 1-2 hours and enjoy with a protein rich hearty dish. Drink: 2014-2019. 299982 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. May 16, 2015
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Gérard Bertrand Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre 2011, Corbières, France: The robust red wine is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes with no Carignan, so it is a dried style than Gerard Bertrand's Minervois red wine blend. This one is layered and luscious with deep, rich, dark fruit flavours and a satisfying full-bodied weight. Drink: 2014-2019. 394288 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 3, 2015
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