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Abbona Papà Celso 2010, Docg Dogliani

This wine did not blow my socks off at first, but its subtlety and elegance won me over with time.

I paired it with mushroom truffle risotto as recommended, and it was great.

The colour is borderline garnet, a well-balanced mix of dark cherries, spice, flowers and wood.

I echo the note that the balanced acidity is well integrated on the long finish.

Tasted November 2012.

Domaine Parent Pinot Noir Bourgogne 2011, Ac

Great Pinot at the price. Clean, firm and nicely put together. May be able to cellar over the short term, but is drinking well now.

Tasted June 2013.

K W V Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Western Cape

Steve's review on this is rather acurate. I do feel that it has potential to age rather well over the next 5 years. It wasn't nearly as fruity and slightly more tannic as I would have expected, but in a good way.

Château Senejac 2009, Ac Haut Médoc

Henry's Drive Shiraz 2007, Padthaway, South Australia

Full bodied wine. Dark, sweet, aged fruit. Oak, menthol, new leather and incense. Well integrated tannins, long finish. Good value.

Tasted April 2012.

Maycas Del Limari Reserva Especial Syrah 2008, Limarí Valley

Dark, rich purple colour. A very nice wine. I appreciated the structure of this wine and how it all came together on the palate. Dark, fruit, a little spice, noticeable minerality, medium tannins and a medium finish.

I would support short term cellaring.

Tasted June 2012.

Estate Hatzimichalis Chardonnay 2010

I had the 2010 vintage, although the lCBO is restocking its shelves with the 2011.

As many others here, I was also impressed by this wine, and not just for the price. It took a little bit to open up, but I really enjoyed how subtle and soft it is. Those who don't like oaked chardonnay should give this a try as it is very tame without loosing the buttery, slightly smokey characteristics.

Tasted November 2012.

Château De Treviac 2010, Ap

A earthy, herbaceous wine with good complexity and body. A real taste of Southern France at a fair price - good value for money.

Dried dark plum, cassis, liquorice, lavender and sweet herbs, smoke, peppers, medium body, and a smooth velvety finish with moderate length.

Tasted April 2013.

Mastrojanni Vigna Loreto Brunello Di Montalcino 2007

Katogi & Strofilia Xinomavro 2005, Ao Naoussa