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Mitolo Jester Shiraz 2009, Mclaren Vale
Australia$22.95
Tasted from the 375ml, this is a wine that embodies what I dislike about Aussie wines (at least, those from the warmer growing region). Super ripe, almost pruney with confected flavours (like raspberry jam) and obvious wood tannin. Beyond a bit of pepper, one would never guess that this is syrah/shiraz as it is nearly devoid of any varietal character. For fans of the style.
3.5 Stars
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Paolo Conterno Barolo 2005, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$39.95
Unapologetically traditional Barolo. Flavours of sour cherries, dried fruits and hints of cedar. Really outstanding complexity for a "basic" Barolo, the flavours seem to just fill every part of my mouth. The finish lingers on and on. Still quite youthful approaching 9 years of age, if you have a bottle, wonderful to drink now or can hold for several more years. Lovely indeed. Tasted June 2015.
3.5 Stars
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Montirius Le Clos Vacqueyras 2007, Ac
Rhône, France$32.00
Though a 50-50 blend of syrah and grenache, to me the syrah really shines through here. Blackberry fruit, mingled with notes of smoked meat, black olives, bklack peppet and Provencal herbs. Drinking nicely now, should hold for a few more years. Tasted June 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Pasquale Pelissero Barbaresco 2007, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$27.95
The pale colour is a bit shocking after having so many deeply coloured reds during the winter. Yet, don't let that fool you. This entry level barbaresco is loaded with flavour. Very floral on the nose. The palate shows complex flaovurs of slightly sour red cherries, with notes of herbs, and dried cherries. On the finish, there is brisk acidity and some firm tannin, about what you'd expect from nebbiolo. Certainly leans toward a traditional approach to barbaresco, and I am grateful for that. Lovely value. Drinking now or even better with a 2-3 years in the cellar. Tasted Apr 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Casanova Di Neri Sant'antimo Rosso 2008
Tuscany, Italy$23.95
I'm not quite sure what the difference is between this wine and Neri's Rosso di Montalcino. Whatever, this is a lovely red which nicely combines a modern approach to sangiovese without losing its Tuscan character. Pure, ripe red fruit without any gaps in the palate. Long finish with some noted tannin. Very good indeed now, I think better in 2-3 years. Very fairly priced at about $24.
3.5 Stars
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Descendientes De J. Palacios Pétalos 2009, Do Bierzo
Galicia, Spain$25.00
A wine that impresses as much for its balance as anything else. Nothing is out of place. The oak is in perfect balance (actually, quite in the background), the tannin is firm but not obtrusive, the dark, spicy fruit is ripe but not over the top. There is subtle unusual flavour (licorice?) that is quite pleasant and gives this mencia a distinctive character. Well-worthy of the $24 price tag. I think this will show ever better in a couple of years. Tasted Aug 2013.
3.5 Stars
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La Sauvageonne Pica Broca 2008, Ac Coteaux Du Languedoc
Languedoc, France$12.90
A red from the Languedoc brimming with character. Ripe, dark berry fruit with delectable notes of local herbs and spice. Focused and long, with fine tannin. Excellent. Drink now or hold for a few years. Tasted Dec 2011.
3.5 Stars
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Finca Resalso 2007, Do Ribera Del Duero
Spain$20.00
Supposedly aged in French oak for only 4 months, my bet is that this red saw some American oak based on th flavours I taste. Yes, oak is noticeable here, but there is ample fruit to balance it. Fine structure and pleasantly spicy. Certainly well-made, and quite enjoyable, yet lacking in real character that communicates a sense of place. Tasted Dec 2012.
3.5 Stars
René Mure Pinot Gris 2007, Ac Alsace
Alsace, France$17.95
A very respectable pinot gris. Inviting flavours of peach, and apricot, with notes of honey. Finishes a little off-dry. A nice match for a variety of poulty or seafood dishes )worked very nicely with shrimp for me). Drink now and over the next couple of years.
3.5 Stars
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Château Rouquette Sur Mer Cuvée Amarante 2007, Ac Côteaux Du Languedoc La Clape
Languedoc, France$17.95
Tasting this wine, there is no doubting its origins. Not a fat or flabby red, this has focused lean blackberry fruit with notes of meat, herbs, and spice. This has all the character I expect of a sotuh French wine. Like many French wines, this works very well with food. A fine value at about $18.
3.5 Stars
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