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THORN-CLARKE Shiraz Barossa Terra Barossa Winemakers Selection 2008 $15 Wine Spectator »
A Shiraz with generous blackberry and cherry
ALICE WHITE Shiraz South Eastern Australia 2008 $8 Wine Spectator »
A fresh and lively Australian red with blackberry notes
Medici Vineyards Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Estate Vineyard, East Block 2001 »
Features a haunting nose of deep forest, wild mushrooms and damp cedar shavings. On the palate, black cherry and hints of pomegranate combine with the forest aromas to create a thoroughly expressive wine. Drink up though, because the mouthfeel is starting to slip just a bit. But all in all this is [...]
E. JEUNE Châteauneuf-du-Pape Domaine du Grand Tinel 2007 $38 Wine Spectator »
Enticing dark currant marks this silky Châteauneuf
J. Christopher Cristo Irresisto Oregon Pink Wine 2008 »
This Oregon rose reminded my of some of the best roses from the South of France - specifically of those from Domaines Ott in Provence. The wine was a gentle pink in hue, featured notes of strawberry and white peach, and every single sip was elegant. Pair with light nibbles and an ocean [...]
PATZ & HALL Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Chenoweth Ranch 2006 $55 Wine Spectator »
A Pinot Noir with plum and black cherry flavors
LAGARIA Chardonnay Delle Venezie 2008 $10 Wine Spectator »
An Italian white with apple notes and fresh acidity
Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt Kaseler Riesling 2006 »
This is a wine that caused everyone to turn their heads after one sip. Now, it might have been because the tasters were all new to German Rieslings. But… I would have turned my head too. An aroma of Bucheron cheese rind permeated the wine, but allowed all the loveliness of a [...]
BODEGA RENACER Malbec Mendoza Punto Final 2008 $12 Wine Spectator »
This Argentine Malbec offers blackberry and licorice
CONCANNON Sauvignon Blanc Central Coast Selected Vineyards 2008 $10 Wine Spectator »
A refreshing, juicy Sauvignon Blanc