Cristobal 1492 Barrel Selection Merlot 2012, Mendoza, Argentina 663096 14% XD 750 mL $14.95. January 9, 2015
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Domaine Tournon Mathilda M. Chapoutier Shiraz 2012, Victoria, Australia: Loaded with black pepper, dark spice and intrigue on the nose of this beguiling, full-bodied red wine. This is an incredible price. Dark fruit, pepper and smoke on the finish. Pair with grilled meats and a map of Australia. Drink: 2014-2018. 327395 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. May 15, 2016
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Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz 2012, South Australia, Australia: Campfire hickory smoke on the nose with a savoury, meaty weave through the palate. Charred black fruit. So seductive, so rich and full-bodied, yet also so balanced. Pair with a rare, juicy steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 611210 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. July 10, 2015
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Megalomaniac Narcissist Riesling 2013, Ontario, Canada: The Riesling grapes for this Niagara white wine grow in the winery's Edra's Vineyard. This is an amazing value: great juicy mouth-watering acidity with white peach and stone fruit. Pair with shellfish and mirrors or self-reflecting ponds. Drink: 2014-2018. 67587 11% M 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 10, 2015
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Santa Carolina Reserva De Familia Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Maipo Valley, Chile: Firm tannic grip on the palate, with black tart fruit and toasty oak aromas, full-bodied and savoury. Great wine for the price. This wine was aged in oak barrels for 14 months. Pair with a juicy, rare steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 408658 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015
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Perez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipo Valley, Chile: Solid performer year after year and especially at this price point. Savoury, meaty, juicy Chilean Cabernet that's grown in the Maipo Alto region of the country where it enjoys a Mediterranean climate and piedmont stony soils. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2014-2018. 694208 13% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015
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Perrin & Fils Nature 2013, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: This classic French red wine is loaded with aromas of fleshy black plums, blackberries and blueberries. Full-bodied with smoky forest floor. Mouth-filling and rich with a long finish. Surprising acidity on the mid-palate: almost tingling in sensation on the tongue. One of the best organic wine producers worldwide. Pair with free range grilled chicken or beef. Drink: 2013-2018. 10363 13% XD 375 mL $9.95 Score: 89/100. January 10, 2015
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Castelli del Grevepesa Castelgreve Riserva Chianti Classico 2008, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy 344416 13.50% XD 750 mL $23.95. July 11, 2015
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Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio 2014, Alto Adige Trentino DOC, Italy: Soft and mild with some notes of white melon. Not a lot acidity. Pleasant aperitif. Drink: 2014-2016. 106450 12% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2017
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Bollini Pinot Grigio 2014, Trentino DOC, Italy: A soft Italian white wine made from Pinot Grigio grapes, with some lime lift, refreshing, crisp and clean. Pair with fresh fish dishes. Drink: 2014-2016. 951319 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. July 10, 2015
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Sartori Valdimezzo Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A robust, juicy, mouth-watering Italian red wine with terrific concentration of dark fruit flavour. Perfect for pasta in a tangy tomato sauce. Drink: 2015-2018. 160374 13.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 9, 2015
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Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2013, Südtirol - Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Crisp, dry and refreshing with notes of grapefruit and lime. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2013-2016. 681429 12.50% XD 750 mL $24.00 Score: 88/100. June 13, 2015
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Vicente Faria 2012, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Explore your dark side with Animus. Cedar brush and wild tart black raspberry on the nose of this full-bodied Portuguese red wine. Smooth and supple. Great price. Excellent party wine, especially those hosted for psychiatrists. Drink: 2013-2018. 535641 13.50% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 27, 2014
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Campo Viejo Reserva 2008, Rioja, Spain Drink: 2009-2015. 137810 12.40% XD 750 mL $18.45. July 24, 2008
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Marques de Riscal Reserva 2009, Rioja D.O.C., Spain: Lots of acidity in this robust Spanish red wine with black fruit, tar and a pleasantly bitter finish. One of the better-known producers of Rioja on a large scale. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 32656 14% XD 750 mL $33.15 Score: 87/100. August 3, 2014
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Flor De Vetus Verdejo 2013, Rueda D.O., Spain: Bone-dry and refreshing Spanish white wine with bright lemon notes. Medium-bodied with lots of mouth-watering acidity. Great aperitif or companion to shellfish. Good price. Pair with pan fried seafood or vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 320259 12.50% XD 750 mL $16.25 Score: 89/100. June 27, 2015
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Snap Dragon Red Blend 2012, California, United States: A terrific robust red wine for the price! This smooth Californian wine is a blend of grapes and offers attractive aromas of dark fruit, smoke and toasty oak. Finishes with mocha and dark chocolate. Drink: 2011-2013. 226621 13.50% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 27, 2014
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