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Leone De Castris Maiana Salice Salentino 2013, Doc
Puglia, Italy$14.95
A big ripe, verging on over-ripe rustic red here from the Puglia region. Red cherries, leather, dried fruiot and soft tannin. Seems to me a bit more residual sugar (13g/L) than in prior years, at least by my palate. I have always enjoyed this wine but I hope this doesn't veer into the cheap Cali Zinfandel cherry-cola type of wine in future vintages. As it is now, a good value wine for bbq fare. Tasting june 2015.
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Corino Dolcetto D'alba 2013, Doc
Piedmont, Italy$15.75
Somewhat oxidative, high acid Dolcetto. The fruit seems to straddle the zone between red and dark fruits, yet is not particularly vibrant. A bit of a medicinal note along with some bitterness. If all of this sounds off-putting, it is not. The wine is good, just not particularly compelling. Decent enough value on sale at under $16. Tasted Oct 2015.
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Mula Velha Premium Tinto 2012, Alentejo
Alentejo, Portugal$15.95
Full-bodied, very ripe, yet still has noted acidity. Seems just a bit out of balance to me, but still has remarkable density for the price. Certainly worth a try at the price. Buy two: One to try now, hold one for three years to see if the balance improves. Portugal again delivers fine value.
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Alvaro Castro Red 2011, Doc Dão
Dão, Portugal$17.95
Fine Dao here from Alvaro Castro, fully mature at 7 years of age. Very ripe and meaty, with soft tannin. Decant for sediment (or sentiment as the case may be). Tasted Nov 2018.
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Xavier Ventoux 2012, Ap
Rhône, France$16.95
Very typical southern French wine. Ripe (but not over ripe) fruit, black pepper, and herbs. Quite approachable but enough tannin to keep the wine from being flabby. Not overly complex, but well made and authentic. Reasonably priced. tasted June 2015.
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Batasiolo Sabri Barbera D'asti 2012, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$15.95
Easy going, bright, and fruity barbera. Tart red berry fruit with brisk acidity and light tannin. Perfect match for tomato-based sauces or pizza. Chill a bit before serving. Tasted June 2015.
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Quinta Do Valdoeiro Baga, Cabernet Sauvignon & Syrah 2011
Bairrada, Portugal$15.00
Very good depth and complexity. Very fine value indeed. Portugal has become my #1 go-to region for great values.
3.0 Stars
Lua Cheia Em Vinhas Velhas 2013, Doc Douro
Douro, Portugal$14.95
Solid value from Portugal yet again.
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Domaine Lafage Côté Est 2013, Igp Côtes Catalanes
Languedoc, France$14.95
Decent, if unexciting white from south of France. Crisp, refreshing patio wine but I found it a tad tiresome after a while.
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