Laurie Fox

Fattoria La Ripa Chianti Classico Riserva 2003, Docg

Masi Campofiorin 2006, Venetia

Castaño La Casona Monastrell 2007, Yecla

Degrades quickly once exposed to air so open and consume bottle in 1 tasting. Decant 30 minutes before tasting. If exposed to air for 24 hrs, then bitterness and sourness appears but wine is still drinkable. Value rating 4.5 out of 5

Pascual Toso Malbec 2008, Mendoza

Farnese Negroamaro 2008

Carmen Carmenere Reserva 2008, Colchagua Valley

outstanding finish, great value

Mezzomondo Negroamaro Salento 2009, Puglia

Mille Lire 2009, Montepulciano D'abruzzo

Château Peyros Madiran 2005, Ac

needs to breathe 1 hour before drinking

Casa De Santar Red 2007, Doc Dão