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Château Moulin De Clotte Cuvée Dominique 2008, Ac Côtes De Bordeaux, Castillon
Bordeaux, France$14.75
On first sip, this seems quite restrained and almost unremarkable. But, upon further evaluation, the subtle flavours begin to emerge- cherry, cedar, and hints of vanilla. the finish lingers nicely with crips acid and fine structure. As JS states, a Bordeaux lovers Bordeaux, and one that doesn't cater to the tastes of one powerful American wine critic. A real Bordeaux. Drink now or can hold a few years I should think. Tasted March 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Castello Di San Sano Guarnellotto Chianti Classico Riserva 2008
Tuscany, Italy$19.25
An energetic, and delicious Chianti. Bright red fruits (raspberries, and especially sour cherries), notes of earth and leather. Finishes with fine tannin and bright acidity. A real Chianti and a joy to drink. Stellar with meat lasagna. Drink now or hold for 3-5 years. Tasted April 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Beni Di Batasiolo Barolo 2013
Piedmont, Italy$29.80
Pale and translucent (as Nebbiolo tends to be) with notes of sour cherry, a bit of spice and the expected tannin and acidity on the finish. Tannin is not a fierce as with many Barolos and complexity and length are merely average. A decent Barolo, but nothing here that you couldn't find in your everyday $20 Langhe Nebbiolo. I suppose that another year of two might help but this is essentially a very basic Barolo. Tasted Dec 2019.
3.5 Stars
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Château De Treviac 2010, Ap
Languedoc, France$16.95
Once again, Chateau de Treviac has produced a wine tasting much more pricey than its $16 price tag. Generously fruited and approachable, with lovely supporting notes of herbs, black pepper and spice. Despite 15% alcohol, I don't find this hot at all. Good length. Super value. Tasted May 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Château Pech Redon L'épervier 2010, Ac Côteaux Du Languedoc, La Clape
Languedoc, France$24.95
Very impressive Mediterranean red, with ripe blackberry fruit, black olives, pepper and dried herbs. No heat from the 14.5% alcohol, no bitterness, no Aspirin. Bottle variation I can only presume, this is textbook southern French red. Yum! Tasted Nov 2015.
3.5 Stars
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Pierre Henri Morel Signargues Côtes Du Rhône Villages 2010, Ac
Rhône, France$15.95
A very ripe but balanced CdR, loaded with herbs and note of black pepper supporting the ripe fruit. A bit rustic, but plenty of charm. I note some heat on the finish. An easy wine to enjoy short-term at a fine price. Tasted March 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2009, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$29.95
Youthful and fresh, Poliziano's '09 Vino Nobile is a particularly savoury Sangiovese. Lean, but ripe dark cherry fruit, with hints of earth, herbs and a slightly tart finish (Sangiovese acidity). Some tannin and alcohol is noted on the finish. Very nicely done, but I think that another year or two of cellaring are still in order for this red. Tasted Dec 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Quinta De Foz De Arouce Red 2008, Vinho Regional Beiras
Portugal$14.75
Firm and structured, with very dark fruit, herbs, spice and vibrant acidity. A bit earthy, complex, and long finishing. Not sure I have tasted baga and toriga nacional blended, but it works beautifully here. Excellent now, but better in a year or two. Should hold for 5 years with ease. Tasted Feb 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Offley 10 Year Old Tawny Port, Dop, Portugal
Douro, Portugal$26.95
Well, this is just toooo easy to drink. So smooth and rich, sweet but not cloying and a long finish, Dried fruit, caramel, dates, brown sugar but with good acidity. A really superb 10 year old Tawny, as good as any I have tasted. More than fairly priced at $26. Tasted Nov 2016.
3.5 Stars
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Palazzo Brunello Di Montalcino 2006
Tuscany, Italy$64.95
Agree with DL and JS, this seems fairly mature. Approachable, dried red fruits, leather and herbs. Quite complex and long. Drink over the next 3-5 years. Tasted Oct 2012.
3.5 Stars
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