Kevin Donato
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Pfeffingen Scheurebe Spätlese 2008, Qmp, Ungsteiner Herrenberg
Pfalz, Germany$19.95
A developing nose of intense apricot, peach, and honeyed ripeness. The palate is of medium sweetness, has structured acidity, fuller body and intense flavours of cantaloupe and apricot, with a hint of ginger spice and orange pith. The finish is long lived. (Feb 2011)
3.5 Stars
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Pierre Gaillard St. Joseph 2007, Ac
Rhône, France$22.15
Classy old-world charactered syrah. Deep ruby with a ruby rim. A developed nose of dried black fruits, pepper, and prosciutto. There was a dark floral element that added to the elegance. The palate has soft tannins and full body. The meaty and leathered flavours come through most prominently and the finish is pleasingly tart. Generous length. Apr 2011.
3.5 Stars
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Domaine De Riaux Pouilly Fumé 2009, Ac
Loire, France$21.95
A very determined expression of sauvignon blanc that shows off the dry grass, lemon and green apple on the nose. The methoxypyrazine compounds that give the perception of nettle or bell pepper become more pronounced as the wine has time to breathe. Structured acidity, in balance with the alcohol and flavours. Lemon-lime, green pepper, and herbaceous. Good length. Apr 2011.
3.5 Stars
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Domaine Drouhin Arthur Chardonnay 2008, Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley
Oregon, Usa$19.90
Medium intense with notes of fresh pineapple and lemon, with barrel-aged caramel and vanilla characters. Medium-full body with structured acidity. Great length, with a juicy pineapple and peach finish. Nov 2012
3.5 Stars
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Tawse Sketches Of Niagara Riesling 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$17.95
A delicious riesling at a great pricepoint. Red apple, peach, mango and minerality for structure. Medium-dry and medium body with a tart acidity. Great balance and excellent length. Nov 2012
3.5 Stars
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Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
California, Usa$39.95
Very dense ruby colour and the density doesn't stop there. Ripe with black plum, currant, cocoa and coffee. Notes of cigarbox and baking spice add some depth. Full-bodied and plenty of soft tannin. Great length and a touch of heat.
Nov 2012
3.5 Stars
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Trapiche Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2010, Mendoza
Argentina$11.95
2011 vintage
Medium-deep ruby colour with an intense youthful nose of black currant, blackberry, pencil lead and a touch of roots.
The palate has a balanced acidity and soft tannin for its medium-full weight and a juicy, fruit-forward character.
Feb 2013
3.5 Stars
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Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir 2010, Marlborough
New Zealand$19.95
Medium ruby colour. Nose of red cherry, wildberry bush and leaves. The palate has a pleasing tart cherry with cranberry. Medium body, good acidic structure, the tannins are on the firmer side but the overall mouthfeel is pleasing. Nice length. (Oct 2012)
3.5 Stars
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Grant Burge Miamba Shiraz 2010, Barossa
South Australia, Australia$19.95
A full-bodied purpled style with blackberry jam, black cherry, hints of clove and black pepper. The palate has light acidity and grippy tannin. The density of fruit hints imparts perceived off-dry sweetness. Nice length with a dark chocolate finish. Nov 2012
3.5 Stars
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Bodegas Lan Reserva 2007, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$21.95
Medium ruby colour with a jammy strawberry, sundried olive and earthy nose. Medium-full body with a good acidic structure and soft tannin. The fruit translates through and there is a touch of mincemeat. Great length and well balanced. Sept 2012
3.5 Stars
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