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Cantina San Paolo Aglianico 2017, Igp Campania Rosso
Campania, Italy$14.95
Certainly lighter than many aglianico and fresher too, made in a less oxidative style than we are accustomed to from the grape/region. Crisp cherry fruit, currants and a bit of spice, finishing with fairly light tannin and a citrusy note that almost calls to mind Riesling (as odd as that sounds). Not quite what I was expecting but an enjoyable wine and easy rec at $15. Tasted Feb 2019.
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Firriato Chiaramonte Nero D'avola 2015, Igt Terre Siciliane
Sicily, Italy$16.95
A well made, approachable Nero D'avola. slightly spicy red fruit (calling to mind cherries), with dusty tannin and a bit of an abrupt finish. Solid, enjoyable and a nice price. Tasted March 2019.
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La Ferme Du Mont Première Côte Côtes Du Rhône 2017, Ap
Rhône, France$20.95
An all-too-easy to drink CdR again this vintage. Easy tannin and crisp acidity underpin the herb-tinged black fruit. Seems to be a hint of sweetness on the finish, though at 5g/L residual sugar, this is more likely due to th higher ripeness of the fruit than any sugar. Picked up on sale for 30% off in Toronto (pre-Covid). Tatsed March 2020.
3.0 Stars
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Mina Velha Reserva 2015, Vinho Regional Lisboa
Lisboa, Portugal$12.75
Another fine value from the Duoro. Sara's notes on the mark. Tasted July 2019.
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Moulin De Gassac Classic 2018, Igp Pays D'hérault
Languedoc, France$12.95
Decent southern French wine. A bit of tropical notes, with a chalky finish. Easy quaffer at a bargain basement price. Tasted June 2019.
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Salentein Reserve Malbec 2017, Uco Valley, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina$17.95
Inky purple, very ripe (nearly jammy) fruit. Picks up some oaky notes on the finish but stays within reasonable zone. A bit monolithic,i.e. not particular complex, and only a decent finish. Certainly a good wine and Argentine Malbec fans will enjoy this, but I didn't love it. Tasted Aug 2019.
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Feudo Maccari Noto Nero D'avola 2016, Igp Terre Siciliane
Sicily, Italy$17.95
What a lovely, balanced Nero D'avola here from Maccari. Certainly ripe, leaning toward the red fruit spectrum, with hints of smoke and herbs, yet quite light on its feet. Tannin is sufficient to provide backbone but is not overpowering, and there is vibrant acidity making this very food friendly. Just a damn delicious and easy bottle of wine to drink, Hope to see the next vintage on the shelves soon. Tasted June 2020.
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Xavier Vignon Côtes Du Rhône 2017, Ap
Rhône, France$17.95
An organic CdR, with typical pepper and herb infused ripe fruit flavours. A bit rustic and just an average finish but solid enough. Best to give it a slight chill before drinking. Tasted Aug 2020.
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Gérard Bertrand Saint Chinian Syrah/Mourvèdre 2016, Ap
Midi, France$17.95
Slimmer, less full-bodied that some wines of the south of France (as I find Saint Chinians to be), this has all the hallmarks of the region: dark fruit, black pepper, herbs. Nice balance here and a fine food wine. Tasted April 2020.
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Château Du Ballandreau Cuvée Excellence 2015, Ac Bordeaux Supérieur
Bordeaux, France$15.95
Agree with DL - a light-mid weight Bordeaux with good balance, fresh red fruit and restrained oak (if there is any at all). A no nonsense, authentic red Bordeaux without pretense. Quite delicious. Add to it that it is organic and just $16, this is an easy purchase. Tasted Oct 2019.
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