Stephan W
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Michele Castellani I Castei Costamaran Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2018, Doc
Veneto, Italy$19.95
Easy to drink with good depth and smooth tannins. A little bit on the sweet side though. I would recommend chilling it a bit before drinking or keeping it in the cellar until you're ready to open it. Tasted December 2022.
3.5 Stars
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3.5 Stars
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Deen De Bortoli Vat 8 Shiraz 2008, Southeastern Australia
Australia$8.95
Perfect wine when you want to play it safe during a Christmas party with lots of people with different tastes. Was very well received by my guests. I found it pleasant to drink. Nice dry Shiraz. Tried in December 2011.
3.5 Stars
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D'arenberg The Stump Jump Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre 2009, South Australia
Australia$14.95
Used to be a big fan of the 2008 vintage, but the 2009 is just not there yet. I will wait until at least summer 2012 before I try it again.
3.5 Stars
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Lenswood Hills Pinot Noir 2010, Adelaide Hills
Australia$12.95
Wow, this is a great Pinot Noir. Very smooth and easy to drink. A solid value at this price point. Tasted February 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Vitalonga Terra Di Confine 2006, Igt Umbria
Umbria, Italy$22.95
Very dark colour which announced it would be heavier than other Montepulciano wines. Still has a tannic edge to it (but no more greenness), which went away after 30 minute of decanting. Nice complexity to this wine and decent long finish. Tasted April 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Chateau De Gourgazaud 2009, Minervois
Languedoc, France$12.95
Wow, now I really understand what all the fuss is about. Very nice, smooth, full body wine based on Syrah and Mourvèdre. And what a bargain at that price. For those of you that are big fans of Australian Shiraz, this is a great intro to French-style Shiraz. Enjoy ! Tasted January 2012.
3.5 Stars
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Stone Dwellers Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Strathbogie Ranges, Southwest
Australia$20.00
Nice full-bodied Cab' from Australia that is sweet and green at the same time. Only con is the level of heat that is a bit distracting to fully enjoy. Tasted November 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Shiraz 2010, Australia
Australia$19.95
Typical full-bodied, smooth Shiraz Aussie-style with good length but a little bit too hot to deserve a higher score. Tasted January 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough
New Zealand$16.95
Elegant, dry, medium bodied and very refreshing for a hot day outdoor dinner! Tasted May 2012.
3.5 Stars
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