Kevin Donato
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Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Cava
Spain$15.95
Zesty nose of white grapefruit, toasted nuts, and a hint of bread. Palate is quite dry with vibrant acidity and creamy mousse. Citrusy essences, pith, and a finish with some bitter almond. Long length. Great value. Mar 2011.
3.0 Stars
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Ruffino Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale 2006, Tuscany
Italy$24.95
Developing nose of black licorice, cherry, and cedar. Palate is dry, with a firm acidity, fine tannin, and full body. A pleasing sour cherry predominates with the lingering licorice root note. Long length. Feb 2011
3.0 Stars
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Nino Franco Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Docg, Veneto, Italy
Veneto, Italy$23.95
Green apple and hint of peach. Dry, with creamy mousse, medium body and zesty acidity. A pleasant, bitter almond finish, and medium length. Mar 2011.
3.0 Stars
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Cono Sur Bicycle Viognier 2009, Colchagua Valley
Chile$9.95
Great value! A nose of cantaloupe, lemon and nutmeg. Dry with a structured acidity, and medium body. Melon and stonefruits on the palate and lingering through the finish. Try with a mushroom risotto. April 2011.
3.0 Stars
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Marqués De Riscal Reserva 2005, Rioja
Spain$24.75
Beyond the golden threads is a very nice Reserva. A vibrant ruby colour with bricking at the rim. Nose of dried red berry fruit, tobacco, saddle leather, and root vegetation. The medium+ bodied palate has a great balance. Of acidity, fine silky tannin, and warmth. Flavours of stewed red fruits with a touch of cigar and game. Long-lived, pleasant finish. Feb 2011.
3.0 Stars
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Mezzomondo Negroamaro Salento 2009, Puglia
Puglia, Italy$8.95
A youthful nose of blackcherries. The palate has firm acidity, fine tannins, and a medium body. Blackfruits and cracked pepper for flavours and medium length. Straightforward and great value. Feb 2011
3.0 Stars
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Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough
New Zealand$17.45
This wine has a balanced nose of half lime zest and half botanical, reminiscent of dry green grass and chicory. The lively, medium-weight palate has the refreshing acidity of lime and a hint of crisp green apple. The finish is tart but not off-putting - the fruit tended to be shorter-lived and the vegetal characteristics predominated. (Jan 15, 2011)
3.0 Stars
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Anne Boecklin Pinot Gris Réserve 2007, Ac Alsace
Alsace, France$17.95
Vibrant gold colour. Nose of red apple, brown pear, tea, and a touch of a blue cheese. The off-dry palate features applesauce, a bit of honey and tropical notes. Has a heavier body and pronounced length. Could hold but probably best for now. Jan 2011.
3.0 Stars
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Domaine Eugénie Carrion Chablis 2009, Ac
Burgundy, France$19.95
Youthful nose of green apple, lemon rind, with a touch of flint. Firm acidity balanced with white grapefruit, apple, and a pleasing stony finish of good length. Great value. (Jan 19, 2011)
3.0 Stars
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Gabriel Meffre Laurus Gigondas 2007
Rhône, France$30.00
A very extracted, deep ruby colour, and showing a hint of garnet. Has a developing nose of dried black and red fruits, dates, and sweet oak spices. Velvety tannins, black cherry, and a bit of cracked pepper. Has a meaty sensation on the medium-heavy body. The alcohol, although high, is integrated. Great length. Apr 2011
3.0 Stars
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