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Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore 2009, Doc

Flavourful (although not overwhelmingly so) and somewhat jammy, but balanced.

Kwv Cathedral Cellar Triptych 2008, Wo Western Cape

Cesari Mara Valpolicella Ripasso 2010, Veneto

One of my favourite ripassos

Versado Malbec 2010, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza

Masi Serego Alighieri Possessioni Rosso 2010

Very drinkable -- nothing is overpowering.

Chilcas Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Colchagua Valley

Smoky with some spicy notes. Good value.

Torrevento Vigna Pedale Riserva 2008, Doc Castel Del Monte

A little astringent but also somewhat bland.

Château Lyonnat Emotion 2006, Ac Lussac Saint émilion

Fairly well balanced with prominent vanilla notes, but a little acrid and not smooth drinking.

Porca De Murça Reserva Tinto 2010, Doc Douro

Very robust and fruit forward

Mont Tauch Le Tauch Fitou 2010

Fantastic value - impressive complexity on the nose and palate. There's a notable salinity, which I enjoy. Overall, a very generous and drinkable wine.