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Rabl Kittmansberg Gruner Veltliner 2013, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Green, crisp and clean with not a spot of oak. Light and mouth-watering with lots of acidity for food such as salads and vegetarian dishes. The appellation for this wine is DAC. The terraced vines of Kittmansberg are planted in wind-blown soil that has superb drainage. Crisp finish. Pair with vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 346007 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. January 10, 2015 Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review
Toscolo Chianti Classico 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Lots of smoke, cigar, toasty oak and warm acidity on this robust Tuscan red wine. Aromas of black cherry and chary tobacco. Pair with smoked meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 19521 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. March 5, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review
Tormaresca Trentangeli 2012, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: Loaded with black fruit, dark spice and meaty notes. This full-bodied southern Italian red wine was oak aged and is a great wine for the cellar. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2013-2018. 435529 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. January 31, 2016 Plush Pork Wine Full Review
11 Merlot Popov Versnik (Vin Art Doo) 2011, Not Specified, Macedonia  429746 14% XD 750 mL  $13.95. January 1, 2015 Full Review

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