Clos de los Siete 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Black pepper and fleshy black plum aromas on the nose of this blockbuster Argentine red wine, with some cassis and dark spice on a long finish. Layered, complex and deep, like math, but without the work. This red hails from one of Argentina's top producers. This wine benefits from the guidance of the famous consulting winemaker Michele Rolland. Pair this wine with asada (Argentine-style barbecued meats). Wow. Drink: 2013-2018. 622571 14.50% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014
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Masi Costasera Riserva Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2009, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Lovely, rich and dark with toasty, smoky goodness. Black fruit and cigar box with some coffee notes. So delicious. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2020. 324137 15.50% D 750 mL $84.95 Score: 95/100. January 8, 2017
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Villa Annaberta Wines Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2013, Italy: Savoury and meaty Italian red wine with fleshy black fruit and a supple texture and full-bodied weight. Pair with pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2014-2017. 378091 14.50% D 750 mL $18.35 Score: 88/100. June 5, 2015
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Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Savoury, mouth-watering and complex: this Italian red wine delivers. Made from the classic Tuscan grape of the Chianti region, Sangiovese, this wine offers aromas of sun-dried tomato, dark, tart cherry and earth. Perfect for meaty pasta dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 45195 13.50% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. October 31, 2015
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Delaforce Real Companhia Velha Touriga Nacional 2012, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: A full-bodied, generous Portuguese red wine with mocha and toasty oak on the nose. Black plum and raspberry with dark spices on the mid-palate and finish. Long finish on this D.O.C. wine. There's been a revolution in dry red wines from Portugal: try this one and you'll know what I'm talking about. This particular wine hails from a well-known producer of port, the fortified dessert wine. Drink: 2014-2018. 324517 14% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. February 21, 2015
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Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Knight's Valley, Napa Valley, California, United States: A classic. beautifully structured Californian Cabernet with terrific balance and depth of flavour. Aromas of black fruit and smoke. The finish lasts so long. Pair with filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2020. 352583 13% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 92/100. April 16, 2015
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Beringer Waymaker 2012, Paso Robles, California, United States: Wow, this is a terrific blend of mostly Syrah grapes, but also some Cabernet Sauvignon for structure. Paso Robles tends to be warmer on average than Napa, and so the fruit here is riper and the wine richer in the glass. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2012-2018. 631861 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. April 16, 2015
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Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: Mocha, coffee and toasty oak on the nose of this terrific Californian red open up to fleshy black fruit on the palate. Layered complexity and satisfaction. This robust red is a blend is 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% each Petit Verdot and Merlot grapes. Beringer is a benchmark producer in the Napa Valley, all price points and offers a wide range of styles. Try this with filet mignon. Balanced and restrained for full-bodied California Cabernet. Classic; a diplomat of wines. In 1876 the Beringer Brothers established their winery in Napa Valley. The winery practises sustainable farming. Pair with kobe beef. Drink: 2014-2020. 91058 14.50% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 93/100. April 16, 2015
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