B Clarke
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Mas Igneus Barranc Dels Closos 2006, Vinyes De Coster, Doca Priorat
Spain$18.75
By far the best wine that I have had at this price. The 2012 though decent in its own right if a bit Parker-ishly bold and raisiny) can't hold a candle to it. Still have one as of this writing (2015)...can't wait to see how it holds up.
Domaine Calvet Thunevin Cuvée Constance 2007, Vin De Pays Des Côtes Catalanes
Rhône, France$18.95
Château Le Vieux Serestin 2009, Médoc
Bordeaux, France$17.95
Surprisingly excellent for the money -- not a lot of length but as Sarah D says, very well integrated. I would compare this in value to Masi's Campfiorin: it's been "auto-tuned" somehow--you can't quite put your finger on why you like it, as all its edges have been smoothed out, but it nevertheless, mysteriously, somehow does not disappoint
Domaine Thunevin Calvet Cuvée Constance 2008, Ac Côtes Du Roussillon Villages
Languedoc, France$18.95
Not as impressed as I thought I'd be given how closely my tastes mirror John's. Definitely fruit forward with a good finish -- but then there ought to be at this price (I know: I expect anything above $15 to outperform!). But I've been to Languedoc, and this one doesn't distinguish itself in any remarkable way for me.
Mas Igneus Barranc Dels Closos 2012, Vinyes De Coster, Doca Priorat
Priorat, Spain$18.75
I have to side with David on this one. Perhaps it will improve with age, but this does not taste remotely like the 2006, which was much more complex and integrate. Plus you would be hard pressed to say that this originated in Spain...A Parker pleasing international cutout. Won't be buying it by the case this time around, especially at 3 bucks more....
Beronia Reserva 2010, Doca Rioja
Rioja, Spain$21.95
At 2$ off in July 2015, this is excellent value. Smooth with a long finish, I don't sense a lot of complexity, but the tannins are indeed refined. I will buy this again.