| Best Reds $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2004 Kaesler Wines Shiraz The Bogan Barossa Valley
Syrah/Shiraz; Barossa Valley; | $49.99 | |
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"Ripe and rich, but not over the top, a plush mouthful of cherry, blackberry, plum and licorice flavors, picking up coffee and cream notes as the finish sails on and on. Tannins are nicely integrated, but they can use cellaring to soften. Best from 2008 through 2019. 1,000 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (94 points)
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2005 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Catena Alta Mendoza
Malbec; Argentina; | $44.99 | |
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"Very concentrated, with dark fig and currant paste notes, but it's also pure and driven, with intense mocha, bittersweet cocoa and melted licorice notes that stretch out the long, polished finish. Really gorgeous for its density and mouthfeel. Drink now through 2013. 3,750 cases imported. " -- Wine Spectator (93 points)
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2001 Leeuwin Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Art Series Margaret River
Cabernet Sauvignon; Margaret River; | $31.99 | |
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"($45) Deep red. Deep, brooding aromas of creme de cassis, blackberry, bitter chocolate and anise. Quite ripe and dark in character, with flavors of sweet dark berries, roasted coffee, fruitcake and molasses. Conveys a dense, expansive palate impression and finishes quite rich, with dusty tannins. The blackberry and bitter chocolate flavors deepen and build as the wine opens in the glass." -- Steve Tanzer (92 points)
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2001 Prunotto Barbaresco
Nebbiolo; Piedmont; | $49.99 | |
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"Wonderful aromas of blackberry, mineral and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and loads of ripe fruit. A subtle, complex and concentrated wine. Excellent. Best after 2008. 1,500 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2003 Chateau Pibran Pauillac
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $49.99 | |
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"Complex aromas of currants, spices and sweet tobacco with just a hint of cigar box. Full-bodied, with masses of velvety tannins and rich fruit. Very chewy and rich. Best after 2012. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2003 Casisano Colombaio Brunello di Montalcino
Sangiovese; Tuscany; | $49.99 | |
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"Offers wonderful aromas of black cherry, mineral, flowers and raspberry. Full-bodied, yet balanced and silky, with lovely fruit and a long, flavorful finish. Very well done for the vintage from this producer. Best after 2010. 5,800 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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2005 Chateau Pipeau Saint Emilion Grand Cru
Merlot; Bordeaux; | $49.99 | |
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"Beautiful blackberry, cherry and light vanilla aromas follow through to a full body, with coffee, smoke and berry character. Long and stylish. Velvety and balanced. Best after 2013. 15,830 cases made. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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| Best Whites $30.00 - $50.00 |
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NV Montaudon Brut Classe M
Champagne Blend; Champagne; | $44.99 | |
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"A spicy, barrel-fermented style, featuring cinnamon, baked apple, gingerbread and clove notes, with candied berry underneath. Rich, lively and harmonious, with a fine mousse. The long finish picks up a hint of mushroom. Drink now through 2010. 4,200 cases made. " -- Wine Spectator (92 points)
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