| Best Reds $30.00 - $50.00 |
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2005 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Catena Alta Mendoza
Malbec; Argentina; | $39.99 | |
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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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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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2006 Chateau Haut Bages Liberal Pauillac
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $44.99 | |
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"Dark ruby purple in color, with aromas of currant and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a delicious finish. Tight now, but pretty and balanced. Best after 2012. 10,000 cases made. " -- 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 La Cabanne Pomerol
Merlot; Bordeaux; | $44.99 | |
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"Lots of blackberry and coffee aromas follow through to a full body, with chewy tannins and a medium-to-full finish. Shows coffee bean and fruit in the aftertaste. The best in a long time from this estate. Best after 2011. 3,080 cases made. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (91 points)
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2005 Chateau Couhins Lurton Pessac Leognan
Bordeaux Blend; Bordeaux; | $39.99 | |
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"Offers aromas of blackberry and earth, with a full body and rich, velvety tannins. There loads of fruit and spice, with tobacco and chocolate in the aftertaste. Very Pessac. Best after 2013. 1,500 cases made. -JS " -- Wine Spectator (91 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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NV Perrier Jouet Grand Brut
Champagne Blend; Champagne; | $39.99 | |
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"Shows finesse, along with depth to its honey, candied citrus and mineral flavors. Lovely balance and harmony render it seamless and graceful. Drink now. " -- Wine Spectator (91 points)
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