Vladimir Torres

Château Lajarre Cuvée Eléonore 2010, Ac Bordeaux Supérieur

This unpretentious Bordeaux will bring a smile to your face. I cannot see it gaining much with time, so don't wait, uncork it now and enjoy... I paired it with some ribs (slow-cooked, meat falling of the bones) and I felt quite satisfied to my heart's content.

Creekside Laura'S Red 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula

Quite alright. A decent blend, with peppery nose, and a not totally rounded palate
(it's a bit edgy on the acidity)... All in all, a good value for its price, above your average Niagara red, but not stellar.

Monasterio De Las Vinas Gran Reserva 2005, Aragon

Abad Dom Bueno Crianza 2006, Do Bierzo

Beautiful example of a well cared for Mencia, this is a delightful Bierzo at an unbeatable price/value ratio. Ready to be enjoyed right now!

Beso De Vino Old Vine Garnacha 2010

Come on! This is a "less than $10 wine" what do you expect? We'll, it's quite drinkable, and gets an extra point for cute label design.

Lacroix-vanel Fine Amor Pézenas 2008, Ac Coteaux Du Languedoc

Descendientes De J. Palacios Pétalos 2011, Do Bierzo

This one had me won over the moment it greeted me with a captivating aroma of plums, and it's beautiful purple colour. From there on, it just kept getting better, lovely mencia, balanced tannins and acidity, and great length. Another winner from this reliable Bierzo corner of Spain.

Monte Del Frá bardolino 2012, Doc

Light and lovely.

Ébano Crianza 2008

Lan Crianza 2010