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Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz 2010, Coonawarra

Perrin & Fils Les Sinards Châteauneuf Du Pape 2007, Rhône Valley

Dec 11

Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Dec 09 - 2009 Vintage

Bodegas Castaño Hécula Monastrell 2009, Do Yecla

It is wonderfully smooth with vibrant acidity that gives it a degree of elegance that will cost you over $20 normally. Expect aromas of blackberry with fragrant lavender, vanilla and cocoa plus some raspberry jam notes. The palate is rich yet not heavy and its finishes dry with some meaty notes and fine tannin for grip. Very good length.Try with roast meats. Best 2013 to 2017. Score: 90 (Steve Thurlow, WineAlign.com, Apr 2013)

06/05/13 - not much of above in the wine. Lots of tannins with limited fruit.

Wayne Gretzky Estate Series Cabernet Merlot 2007, Niagara Peninsula

Dec 09

Durbanville Hills Shiraz 2010, Durbanville

A juicy, earthy and very drinkable shiraz at an excellent price. The nose shows cassis fruit with cedar, forest floor, tar, and blackberry aromas with similar palate flavours. The tannins are firm but smooth with soft acidity to lift the fruit. Decant for an hour and enjoy with a steak. Best 2013 to 2016.

Torres Gran Coronas Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2008, Do Penedès

La Posta Cocina Tinto Blend 2010

Vineland Estates Riesling Semi Dry VQA 2007

Feb 10 - 2008 Vintage

Perez Cruz Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2007, Maipo Valley

Dec 09