| Best Reds $16.00 - $30.00 |
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2006 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Mendoza
Malbec; Argentina; | $21.99 | |
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"Enticing, with lots of mocha, fruitcake, raspberry and boysenberry flavors stretched over a lengthy, fleshy finish. A delicious, fruit-driven version. Drink now through 2010. 57,000 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (91 points)
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2006 Casa Lapostolle Cabernet Sauvignon Cuvee Alexandre Apalta Vineyard Colchagua Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon; Chile; | $22.99 | |
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"Really juicy and ripe, with fleshy layers of sweet raspberry and boysenberry fruit riding along red licorice, fruitcake and a nicely embedded vanilla streak. Long, polished finish. Very tasty. Drink now through 2010. 10,000 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (90 points)
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NV Graham Six Grapes Port
Port Blend; Portugal; | $21.99 | |
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"Very saturated dark red. Youthful port aromas of cassis, licorice, chocolate, herbs and damp earth. Very intense, sweet flavors of chocolate and dark berries. Robust yet smooth and not obviously alcoholic. Superb fruit is given clarity by firm acids. Real wine-class port, with terrific structure, freshness and delineation of flavor." -- Steve Tanzer (89 points)
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2004 Lavradores de Feitoria Tres Bagos Tinto Douro
other red varietal; Portugal; | $17.99 | |
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"A rich red, with vibrant acidity and concentrated flavors of red cherry, dark plum and raspberry. Supple, creamy finish is filled with delicious spicy notes. Drink now through 2010. 2,000 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (89 points)
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| Best Whites $16.00 - $30.00 |
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2007 Thelema Mountain Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc Stellenbosch
Sauvignon Blanc; South Africa; | $17.99 | |
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"Very refined, with lime and sea salt notes carried on a racy, elegant frame. Lingering hints of chive flower and flint. Drink now. 500 cases imported. -JM " -- Wine Spectator (90 points)
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2005 Voyager Estate Chardonnay Margaret River
Chardonnay; Margaret River; | $27.99 | |
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"Ripe, supple and appealing for its range of tangerine-scented pear and floral flavors, lingering nicely on the harmonious finish. A backbone of firm texture gives this an extra lift. Drink now through 2009. 5,000 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (90 points)
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NV Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Premier Cru
Champagne Blend; Champagne; | $27.99 | |
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" Pale color. Pristine aromas of lemon rind, toast and nut oils. Frothy, creamy and ripe in the middle; strong and concentrated but not at all heavy. Lovely toasty complexity. Firm and youthful, yet it softened quickly in the glass. This boasts impressive material and Burgundian complexity, and really clings to the palate on the aftertaste." -- Steve Tanzer (90 points)
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NV Beaumont des Crayeres Grand Reserve Brut
Champagne Blend; Champagne; | $28.99 | |
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"A gossamer-textured, floral-scented Champagne, with a dry, tangy character framing the apple and candied berry notes. Leaves a mouthwatering impression. Drink now. 22,500 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (89 points)
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