Vladimir Torres

Aphros Loureiro 2015, Doc Vinho Verde

Very nice, with honey/citrus balanced hints that linger with subtlety. Chilled and paired with a bacalao (cod) stew Portuguese style.

Saint Cosme Côtes Du Rhône 2016

Was the first bottle I opened from the most recent case of the Wine Exchange, and it was excellent. Fruity yet dry Cotes du Rhone, that could have fooled you as Nord because it's not a GSM, just syrah..

Poggio Di Guardia Serprimo 2016

Marqués De Murrieta Finca Ygay Reserva 2013, Doca Rioja

Everything a Rioja Reserva should be. Gracias Marqués!

Château Haut Selve Réserve 2010, Ac Graves

Tawse Meritage 2012, Niagara Peninsula

Sorry, yes, it is good, but overrated and seriously overpriced. For $60 you can get yourself a real Bordeaux of true quality.

Domaine Du Vieux Lazaret Châteauneuf-du-pape 2009, Ac

Plums and licorice greet you, maybe a little red berry as well, when you approach this medium to full bodied CdP. It sure delivers what you would expect at this price level from the well known Southern Rhone AOC. Very drinkable.

Pierre Amadieu Romane Machotte Gigondas 2012, Rhône Valley

Very nice Gigondas. a GS blend (no Mourvedre), medium to full body. The nose is deceptive, as it reveals little of what is to come (if you open it a good half hour prior to pouring, that could help). Nice long finish.

Concha Y Toro Terrunyo Peumo Vineyard Block 27 Carmenère 2011, Entre Cordilleras, Peumo, Cachapoal Valley

Confidences De Prieuré Lichine 2010, Ac Margaux, 2nd Wine Of Château Prieuré Lichine

Finesse. There is nothing overwhelming or salient about this one. Everything is well integrated, and all the subtleties are there to be discovered with careful attention. Your nose and palate will be rewarded.