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Pighin Pinot Grigio 2016, Friuli Grave D.O.C., Italy: Clean and crisp Italian white wine with lemon and grapefruit notes, no heavy oak. This medium-bodied one has a fresh finish with some notes of white pear. Dry and satisfying! Lovely minerality on the finish. Try it with mixed field greens. Drink: 2017-2019. 987545 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 27, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Torres Vina Esmeralda 2016, Catalun, Spain Drink: 2018-2021. 113696 13% MD 750 mL  $14.95. November 9, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review
Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A blockbuster Washington Merlot from a strong vintage. Aromas of black cherry, spice and smoke. A splash of Syrah in this mostly Merlot wine adds a depth of black raspberry flavour and supple texture. Washington didn't suffer from the pylloxera root louse devastation so the vines are still planted on 100% vinifera rootstook and convey that typicity beautifully. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2014-2021. 486936 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. September 5, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review
Seven Falls Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: This is a terrific Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon, especially for the price point! Mocha and dark chocolate aromas with black fruit. Chalky dry and full-bodied. Some black plum and berries on the finish. Great balance, with a deep red-garnet colour. Finishes with vanilla smoke. Drink: 2017-2020. 360222 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. April 4, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

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