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Vale Do Bomfim 2013, Doc Douro
Douro, Portugal$12.75
Not much for me to add to the notes already posted here. A very solid, authentic Portuguese red, and a very good value indeed. Fine intro to the dry red wines coming from the Douro for those who have not discovered these gems. tasted Feb 2016.
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M. Chapoutier Belleruche Côtes Du Rhône 2013
Rhône, France$16.95
Very solid CdR here. Really love the authentic south Rhone character, with plenty of pepper, spice and hints of black olives to go along with the bright red fruit. Just the tannin level to give the wine some oooomph. Really delicious and great wine to buy in multiple bottle purchase. Tasted Sept 2015.
3.0 Stars
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Old Vines In Young Hands White 2013, Doc Douro
Douro, Portugal$12.95
A light, crisp Douro white here, nothing fancy, but very well made. Dry, floral and refreshing citrusy fruit. A perfect patio sipper for the recent hot weather. Stellar value, Tasted May 2016.
3.0 Stars
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Trapiche Malbec Reserve 2014
Mendoza, Argentina$12.95
Leaner and drier than the 2012 vintage. Decent red fruit, some herbal notes and an average finish. A bit lacking in depth and character, but hey, it's 12 bucks. Reasonable value. Tasted July 2016.
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Frescobaldi Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva 2012
Tuscany, Italy$22.45
Decent enough Chianti Rufina here, with some red/tart chrry fruit and crisp acidity, But overall, it fails to excite. A bit light on flavour and dull, really. Tasted July 2016.
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Herdade Do Sobroso Sobro Red 2013, Vinho Regional Alentejano
Alentejo, Portugal$14.95
An interesting blend here of Portuguese varieties and "international" varieties. A bit of a sweet and sour flavor profile with quite a bit of up front oomph but fizzles on the finish. Not altogether cohesive but a decent wine all in all. Tasted Feb 2016.
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Arnaldo Caprai Anima Umbra Rosso 2012, Igt Umbria
Umbria, Italy$16.75
As JS says, correct but overpriced. Simple, but true to its origins. Tasted May 2016.
3.0 Stars
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Pinacle De Fakra 2010, Bekaa Valley
Lebanon, World$14.95
What a pleasant surprise. A fresh and lively blend (Bordeaux meets Rhone in Lebanon). Red bush fruits mixed with notes of herbs ably supported by the fine tannin and acidity. Picked up on sale at $12 (a steal), this was fine value at $15. Tasted May 2016.
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Planeta La Segretta Rosso 2014
Sicily, Italy$12.75
Medium ti lighter bodied, with light tannin clearly intended for nearer term enjoyment. Herbal tinged, with easy ripe red fruit and a bit of earthiness. Not complex, but it grew on me. I liked that there was no heaviness in the wine. Lovely match to grilled food. Tasted July 2017.
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Terra D'uro Finca La Rana Toro 2011, Do Toro
Castilla y León, Spain$14.75
Solid, rugged Toro with a firm backbone of tannin and acidity. No thing of grace, for sure, but just an that's not a criticism, just an observation. Made for big foods with higher protein. Purchased on sale for $11.95, a bargain. Tasted July 2016.
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