Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book Shiraz 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Rich and full-bodied with fleshy ripe blackberry, mint and black olive aromas on the nose. Layers and smooth, with polished tannins and a long finish. Terrific mouth-watering juiciness. I would love this red with grilled pork chops and soft music. Drink: 2013-2016. 287979 15.20% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. October 26, 2013
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Fielding Estate Winery Riesling 2012, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: White peach, light petrol and white floral notes on this very pretty white. Great mouth-watering acidity for seafood and shellfish. Medium-bodied and delightful. Also works as an aperitif. Drink: 2013-2016. 251439 10.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. October 26, 2013
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Thomas-Labaille Chavignol Les Monts Damnés Sancerre Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc 2012, A.C., Loire, France: Fresh and crisp with lemon brightness that cuts through creamy dishes and bad moods. Medium-bodied and absolutely mouth-watering with lots of acidity for seafood and many other dishes. Lovely! Drink: 2013-2018. 355941 13% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 92/100. October 26, 2013
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Château Larose Trintaudon Sustainable Vineyard 2010, A.C., Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France: Mocha and dark chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging. Fleshy black plums on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. Decant 1 hour. Drink: 2013-2016. 297945 14% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 89/100. October 26, 2013
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Château De Maison Neuve Vignobles M. Coudroy, Vitic. 2010, A.C., Montagne Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France: Incredible concentration and depth, especially for St. Emilian, which tends o be lighter in body and character. This has aromas of cedar, black fruit and smoke. Stock up if you love Bordeaux! Drink: 2013-2017. 351965 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. October 26, 2013
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