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Vintages Release January 4, 2025

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Red Wine

Casarena 505 Malbec 2022, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Mendoza wine region, Casarena 505 2022 is a great value, medium-plus-bodied Argentinean Malbec at $16. Elegant and fruity with blackberry compote, subtle spicy and savoury flavours silky and satisfying on the palate, tannins are fine and rounded. Finishes on a lingering tangy red berry note. Casarena has been operating in the Mendoza region of Luján de Cuyo since the 1930s. Malbec food pairings: ribs, burgers, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2025 - 2028 38493 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. January 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Six Hats Chenin Blanc 2024, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: From the Western Cape W.O., Six Hats 2024 Chenin Blanc is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with tropical fruits, peach and spicy notes brilliant on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with seared tuna steaks or spicy Asian cuisine. Chenin Blanc food pairings: fish tacos, tempura vegetables, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2027 41445 12.6% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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