Swampy Pete
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Seghesio Old Vine Zinfandel 2008, Sonoma County
California, Usa$39.95
Sumptuous, complex, delicious, evening euphoria...it's just really good. All things that a Zin should be. Eager to try the 2010.
4.0 Stars
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Ontañón Crianza 2010, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$16.95
A good value from the Rioja Region. I would purchase again, but not a full case. The Marques de Riscal (32656) is so much better it has spoiled me, but it is also 7$ more. Worthwhile but not enchanting.
3.5 Stars
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Campo Viejo Reserva 2009, Rioja
Spain$18.45
Awesome for this price point, worth the few extra dollars from the basic bottle (yellow label)
3.5 Stars
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Concha Y Toro Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Do Marchigue, Ribera Del Tinguiririca
Colchagua Valley, Chile$17.95
Just recently exploring South American Cab Savs. Recently I have been enjoying a similarly priced bottle from Chile:Perez Cruz. This wine seems even smoother and is more lush and fruity.
3.5 Stars
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Ravenswood Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel 2010
California, Usa$19.95
Did not find this Juicy or Silky, perhaps I did not decant it long enough, found it harsh, bitting, stringent, was prepared for something very easy drinking and was disapointed.
3.5 Stars
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Emiliana Adobe Reserva Merlot 2011, Rapel Valley
Rapel Valley, Chile$13.00
Just good. The review saying that it tastes like a basic Niagara and is a bit hollow is spot on. The aroma is not so great, sorta like bad body odour....like a bad Sauvignon Blanc odour. Finished the bottle, taste is good, but would not purchase again based on poor aroma!
3.5 Stars
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Michele Chiarlo Gavi Le Marne 2009, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$17.95
If you like Pinot Grigios but are looking for something with more "oomph" but stops short of an overly Oakey/buttery chard this is a great choice ...full of life and great melon taste. Enjoy with with appetizers like shrimps wrapped in prosciutto.
3.0 Stars
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Yalumba Y Series Riesling 2010, South Australia
Australia$10.95
My go to for a sweeter white. This is a great riesling, sweet but not overly so and well balanced with engaging citrus flavours, great for a summer afternoon on the deck!
3.0 Stars
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Parducci Sustainable Red 2007, Mendocino County
California, Usa$7.95
Hard to recommend,
a bit tough to drink on its own, it kind of "stings" the platae, but by the second glass it is a bit more approachable,
might be better with a meal,
again it looked great in the colorful "Casual California" LCBO booklet but it is more of a 8.99 value then the 15.10 charged.
3.0 Stars
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Catena Malbec 2009, Mendoza
Argentina$19.95
One of my "go to wines" to have with steak. The 2008 was a little better...decant the '09 for 30 mins. This wine is very dependable and never seems to disappoint. enjoy!
3.0 Stars
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