Francois Botha
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Azul Portugal 2008, Doc Ribatejo
Portugal$13.95
Cherries, mint, and spices on the nose. Plenty of juicy ripe fruit on the palate. The wine is medium-bodied and fairly pleasant, but nothing outstanding.
3.5 Stars
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Babich Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2011
New Zealand$15.95
Grassyiness, passion fruit, gooseberry, and some earthiness on the nose. Lots of fruit and crisp acidity. Medium-bodied and juicy. Chill well before serving.
3.5 Stars
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Fuzion Alta Malbec Reserva 2010, Mendoza
Argentina$9.95
Prunes, herbs, and dark chocolate on the nose. Ripe, juicy black fruit on the palate. The tannins are soft and the wine is medium-bodied and well-balanced. Great value.
3.5 Stars
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Planalto Reserva Vinho Branco Seco 2010, Doc Douro
Douro, Portugal$14.95
Green apple, lime, and peaches on the nose. Good amount of fruit, light-bodied, and a racy acidity. It fails to excite despite being well-made.
3.5 Stars
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Foncalieu La Réserve Du Crouzau St. Gervais Côtes Du Rhône Villages 2009, Ac
Rhône, France$16.95
Plums, blackberry, and spices on the nose. The wine has plenty of ripe fruit, a solid tannin structure, and is medium-bodied.
3.5 Stars
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Errazuriz Max Reserva Syrah 2010, Aconcagua Valley
Chile$18.95
Pepper, black cherry, and smokiness on the nose. It has a good amount of fruit, a solid tannic structure, and is full-bodied.
3.5 Stars
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Southbrook Connect White 2011, Ontario
Ontario, Canada$15.95
Peaches, lime, and floral aromas on the nose. It is fruity, off-dry, with crisp acidity. Drink well chilled.
3.5 Stars
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Chateau De Gourgazaud 2010, Minervois
Languedoc, France$12.95
Cherry, herbs, and meatiness on the nose. Very juicy with softening tannins and a medium-to-full body. Excellent value.
3.5 Stars
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Brigaldara Valpolicella 2010, Doc
Veneto, Italy$14.95
Prunes, spices, and lead pencil shavings on the nose. Quite fruity and drinkable, although the tannins are still a bit bothersome.
3.5 Stars
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Errazuriz Max Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Aconcagua Valley
Aconcagua Valley, Chile$16.00
Grassiness, green apple, asparagus, and lime on the nose. It has lots of fruit with crisp acidity. A fantastic spring/summer wine. Chill well.
3.5 Stars
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