New Harbour 2011, New Zealand . March 1, 2012
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Central Pinot Noir 2010, California . March 1, 2012
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Domodimonti Monte Fiore 2010, Italy . March 1, 2012
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Esmeralda Torres Catalunya 2012 . March 1, 2012
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Centerania Aragonesas Garnacha 2012 $27.95. March 1, 2012
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Mercer Canyon Red Blend 2012, Columbia Valley $24.95. March 1, 2012
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Norton Reserva Malbec 2011, Argentina . March 1, 2012
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Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Malbec 2011, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A lively Malbec with intriguing aromas of black raspberry, bacon and vanilla smoke. Concentrated and powerful with polished tannins. Ready to drink now, but will also do well with a few years in the cellar. Absolutely delicious especially at this price! This wine cries out to be on your table beside prime rib. Let your mouth have some fun tonight! Drink: 2013-2016. 186668 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 92/100. June 27, 2015
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Las Moras Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc 2010, San Juan, Argentina: Savoury, juicy and full-bodied with fleshy black plums and squishy blackberries. This wine won Silver Medals at the International Wine and Spirit Competition and the Decanter Asia Wine Awards in 2012. Drink: 2014-2018. 357921 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 29, 2014
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Zolo Reserve, Fincas Patagónicas Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: What an incredible wine for this price! Full-bodied with attractive aromas of blackberry and cassis. Good balance with a long, satisfying finish. This winery produces other terrific reds as well, so keep an eye out for this producer. Pair this wine with a juicy, rare steak and full-bodied conversation tonight. Drink: 2013-2016. 54098 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 26, 2013
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Urban Uco O. Fournier Malbec 2011, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A vibrant red with good acidity and rich red fruit aromas and flavours. It's ready to enjoy now with a steak or hamburger. Great price. Drink: 2013-2016. 166371 14% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 5, 2013
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Altocedro Año Cero Tempranillo 2009, La Consulta, Mendoza, Año Cero, Argentina: Vintages Wine Panel: Argentina has a strong Spanish culture, so it’s not that surprising that Tempranillo has been grown here for decades. For example, the vines used to make this wine are 47 years old. My note: Want big oak? Here you go. Plus there’s big, black fruit and a smooth texture. Drink: 2011-2014. 232678 13.90% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. June 25, 2011
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Wine Men of Gotham Chardonnay 2016, South Australia, Australia 12% D 750 mL $10.06. March 1, 2012
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Lionheart of the Barossa 2008, Barossa Valley, Australia Drink: 2010-2020. 167189 14.50% 750 mL $19.95. March 1, 2012
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Heartland Stickleback Red Ben Glaetzer 2010, South Australia, Australia: Incredible price for this quality. Loaded with big black fruit and lots of mouth-watering acidity. Great wine for big meals, especially those involving Winemaker Ben Glaetzer also makes the Mitolo wines in McLaren Vale and the Heartland wines in the Langhorne Creek region. Stickleback is the Heartland winery’s entry-level red wine. It’s mostly made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz gapes with a dash of Dolcetto and Lagrein grapes. Drink: 2013-2016. 116574 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. February 1, 2014
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Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz 2011, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: Full-on, big red wine with glorious black cherry liqueur aromas. Rich, full-bodied and delicious. This wine has won multiple Gold and Silver Medals in competitions around the world. Part of the Bryson Family portfolio. The oak is woven in well and the wine comes off as balanced. Well-priced. I'd drink with a rack of lamb. Drink: 2013-2016. 673897 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.75 Score: 91/100. February 1, 2014
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Schild Estate Old Bush Vine Gms Grenache Mourvèdre Shiraz 2011, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Oh yum. Comfort me with mourvèdre and other old vine grapes. Rich, complex and deep: exactly what you want in a partner (and a wine). Full-bodied and smooth and inviting. The Schild family has been in the Barossa Valley for more than 60 years. Lots of complexity, depth and vibrancy in this richly rewarding wine. Drink: 2013-2018. 108183 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. February 1, 2014
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St. Hallett Gamekeeper's Shiraz 2012, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Mouth-watering and full-bodied: this robust red cries out for a juicy steak! Ripe and tart blackberry flavours with some black plum and just enough oak. Very consistent producer. Lovely dark cherry notes on the finish. Lip-smacking delicious. Drink: 2013-2016. 166991 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. February 15, 2014
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The Black Chook Woop Woop Wines Syrah Shiraz 2012, South Australia, Australia: Surprisingly excellent for the price, wow. This full-bodied red wine is a blend of mostly Shiraz and a splash of Viognier from McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek. Aromas of blackberry jam lusciousness with some mint. Layers and layers and layers of pleasure. Eyes closed kinda wine. Some violets and cedar on this finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2018. 66738 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. March 29, 2014
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Longrow Shiraz Angove 2012, Australia . March 1, 2012
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Alkoomi Shiraz 2010, Franklin River, Western Australia, Australia $21.95. March 1, 2012
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Pirramimma Shiraz 2013, McLaren Vale, Australia $26.99. March 1, 2012
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Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor Shiraz 2012, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: What a blockbuster Shiraz for the price! This red wine delivers attractive aromas of blackberries, licorice, black and purple plum notes and toasty oak. Full-bodied supple, smooth, smoky and juicy. Great for potluck gatherings and movie night. Drink: 2013-2016. 72975 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015
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Famille Perrin Nature Côtes du Rhône 2012, Côtes du Rhône A.C., France: Loaded with fleshy black plums, blackberries and blueberries. Full-bodied with smoky forest floor. Mouth-filling and rich. One of the best organic wine producers worldwide. Drink: 2012-2014. 948059 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. March 15, 2014
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Famille Perrin Rasteau L'Andeol 2010, Rhone, France . March 1, 2012
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Les Ollieux Capucine 2011, Pays D'oc, France . March 1, 2012
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St Marie des Crozes Premier pas sur la Lune 2008, Corbieres, France . March 1, 2012
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Perrin & Fils Les Cornuds Vinsobres 2010, A.C., Rhône, France: Straight-up juicy, dark pleasure. Full-bodied with black fruit and smoke. Short finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 566844 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. August 18, 2012
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2007 Ritratto La Vis Vigneti Delle Dolomiti I.G.T., Trentin Haut-Adige, Italy 750 mL $21.95. March 1, 2012
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Ripassa Zenato Valpolicella Superiore 2007, Vénétie, Italy 750 mL $24.30. March 1, 2012
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La Borgata Primitivo 2008, Puglia, Italy . March 1, 2012
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Ogio Tuscan Red 2012, Italy $16.95. March 1, 2012
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Zonin Montepulciano D'Abbuzzo 2012, Italy $16.95. March 1, 2012
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Valdisanti Tolaini Red Blend 2010, Tuscany, Italy $45.00. March 1, 2012
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Quinta da Aveleda Vinho Verde 2011, Portugal . March 1, 2012
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Barahonda Montrasell 2011, Spain $16.95. March 1, 2012
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Torres Celeste Crianza 2010, D.O., Ribera Del Duero, Spain: Juicy, dark and delicious! Big black fleshy fruit wrapped in a smoky blanket. Terrific for this price. The finish is saturated with dark fruit flavours and aromas that provoke the desire for another glass. A perfect pairing for Game of Thrones. Drink: 2012-2016. 210872 14% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. August 17, 2013
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Hacienda Lopez De Haro Reserva 2005, Rioja, Spain: Full-bodied and very mature with leather and dust, not a lot of fruit but still enjoyable now. This is a DOCA wine. Complex and long on the finish. Drink: 2012-2017. 357335 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. September 27, 2014
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Navarra - Auzolan Tinto Cosecha 2008, Spain 13.50% 750 mL $16.99. March 1, 2012
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The Dreaming Tree North Coast Crush Red 2010, North Coast California, United States: Full-bodied with aromas of black fruit and smoke. A savoury, meaty bite on the palate with a good grip. Some attractive cedar notes on the finish. decant for 1 hour for maximum pleasure then enjoy with grilled hamburgers or steak. Drink: 2013-2015. 310391 13.50% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. September 12, 2013
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Esser Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Monterey, California, United States . March 1, 2012
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Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Mocha and espresso on the nose open up to dark, smoky fruit on the palate. Incredible weight, concentration, structure and balance. Could definitely use both cellar time and decanting (2 hours). Drink: 2013-2017. 91058 14.50% D 750 mL $49.95 Score: 92/100. October 13, 2012
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Jackson Wine Estates International 05 Carmel Road Monterey Pinot Noir (Jackson F 2005, California, United States 37986 13.50% D 750 mL $34.29. January 1, 2011
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Meiomi Wines Belle Glos Pinot Noir 2010, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Sonoma Counties, California, United States: Chocolate and mocha on the nose from the oak with lusciously ripe black cherries. Silky-smooth and full-bodied with mouth-watering acidity for food. Very nice indeed. Drink: 2012-2016. 130138 14.50% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. May 26, 2012
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MF Pinot Noir 2010, North Coast, California, United States . March 1, 2012
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Mer Soleil Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2010, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, California, United States: Pure butterscotch and toffee on the nose from generous oak aging. Some green apple pierces through on the robust, layered palate. Winemaker Charlie Wagner is known for opulence and this chardonnay doesn't disappoint. Caramel and vanilla smoke on the finish. Pair with creamy cheeses and yacht races in Nantucket. Drink: 2013-2017. 958975 14.50% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. August 31, 2013
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Rodney Strong Wine Estates Knotty Vines Zinfandel 2011, Northern Sonoma, California, United States: Rich, full-bodied and more richly woven than most zins. Dark fruit, mocha and a long finish. Drink: 2013-2016. 363358 15% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. September 14, 2013
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Four Vines Truant Old Vines Zinfandel 2010, United States . March 1, 2012
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Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin Zinfandel 2011, Lodi, California, United States: Aromas of jammy purple plums and blueberries on the nose. The palate opens up luxuriously, smooth and full-bodied with more lip-smacking tasty flavours of dark fruit. An amazing wine for BBQ ribs or chicken wings. Fire up the grill! Drink: 2013-2016. 678698 14.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. August 16, 2014
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Cambria Katherine's Vinyard Chardonnay 2011, Santa Maria Valley, United States . March 1, 2012
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Rob Murray Force of Nature Red Blend 2013, United States $19.95. March 1, 2012
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Murphy Goode Zinfandel 2012, United States . March 1, 2012
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Central Pinot Noir 2010, California, United States $33.33. March 1, 2012
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Smashberry Red Blend 2012, Santa Maria, United States 14% 750 mL $18.54. March 1, 2012
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Buoncristiani O.P.C. Proprietary Red Wine 2009, Napa Valley, United States $52.99. March 1, 2012
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Freakshow Michael David Winery 2012, California, United States $25.99. March 1, 2012
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Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay 2016, California, United States: Rich, full-bodied Californian Chardonnay with layers of luscious flavours of green apple, pear, peach, freshly baked bread and toffee. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2017-2022. 369686 13.50% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. April 13, 2018
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