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Beyra Vinhos De Altitude Reserva 2012, Doc Beira Interior
Portugal$13.25
Fine red here with bright red fruit and remarkable depth. The negative for me is that the vanilla/coffee overlays of the oak are just too prominent. If you don't mind that, this is a lot of wine for the money $13-ish on sale). Tasted Aug 2016.
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Alto Moncayo Veraton Garnacha 2013, Do Campo De Borja
Spain$27.75
Ridiculous wine in a ridiculously heavy bottle. Concentrated, sure, but hugely overripe, confected, alcoholic (15.5% abv and it shows) and unbalanced, designed to impress Parker and his followers. Flavours are like cherry cola and mocha chocolates. Almost undrinkable....actually, could not finish a glass...the rest went down the drain. Glad I didn't pay for this. $35? A joke. Well, I guess that there are fans of this. Tasted April2017.
3.0 Stars
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Yalumba The Strapper 2013
Australia$19.95
Not a strapping Barossa, with super high alcohol, residual sugar overripe fruit. No, tis is more restrained and balanced than many Barossa's, with solid fruit and balanced acidity. Not over the top. Hints of herbs mixed in a well. More CdR than Barossa and for that, I am grateful. Very nicely done, a super deal on sale @ $15.95. Tasted Oct 2016.
3.0 Stars
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Mondeco Red 2010, Do Dão
Dão, Portugal$13.95
A spicy, ripe red from the Dao, with fine depth and concentration. Reminds me a bit of a good Cotes du Rhone, with the rich, peppery fruit. Fully mature now, and most enjoyable. Tasted July 2016.
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Château St. Roch Vieilles Vignes Côtes De Roussillon Villages 2013, Ac
Languedoc, France$16.95
A savoury, slim Roussillon from Saint Roch. Light tannin, make it destined for near term consumption, with pleasant red fruit backed by notes of pepper and black olives. No great wonder, but for about $13 on sale, I have no complaints. Tasted Sept 2016.
3.0 Stars
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Ernest Dry Cider (473ml)
Ontario, Canada$3.65
This is only 4% abv (according to the can). Light tasting, only barely hinting of apples. Picked up a tinny note as well. Disappointing. Maybe I don't get cider. Tasted June 2016.
3.0 Stars
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Boutari Naoussa Xinomavro 2014, Pdo Naoussa, Macedonia
Naoussa, Greece$13.95
Rustic and ready to drink, once again, Boutari's Xinomavro represents fine value. This is all about sour cherry fruit, herbs and bright acidity, making this a perfect wine for tomato-based dishes. Tasted May 2017.
3.0 Stars
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Fèlsina Berardenga Chianti Colli Senesi 2013, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$19.75
A lean Chianti Colli Senesi here from Felsina. Sour cherry fruit, firm tannin (as is a Felsina trademark in my experience), and noted acidity (even for Sangiovese). Fresh and lively, this opens up with a bit of aeration and exhibits some real charm. I like the authenticity of this Chianti. Tasted July 2018.
3.0 Stars
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Las Mulas Reserva Merlot 2015
Central Valley, Chile$14.95
Good complexity here for a $13 merlot. Fruit leans toward the blue/blackberry spectrum, with interesting herbal notes and black pepper mixed in. Good concentration and some fine supporting tannin. A bit of alcohol burn on the finish, but who's complaining for $13? Easy multiple bottle purchase. Tasted Nov 2016.
3.0 Stars
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Spier Signature Merlot 2014
Western Cape, South Africa$12.55
The 2015, which is what is on the shelves at our beloved LCBO stores. Pleasant, simple, and well-made merlot, deliberately made in an approachable drink-me-now style. Plummy red berry fruit, virtually invisible oak treatment and a fresh style. Easy to like, easy on the pocketbook. $10.95 until next week is great value. Tasted Sept 2016.
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