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Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc 2020 12.5% abv. Martinborough, New Zealand

Tasting Notes: The Te Muna Road vineyard consists of two distinct soil types — the sauvignon blanc grows on a lower terrace over stony soils sprinkled with limestone, perfect for developing expressive and complex Sauvignon Blanc. Pale straw with light gold tints, on the nose the wine shows passion fruit, salinity, guava, grilled pineapple, minerality. The elegant palate confirms the nose, and adds green apple, papaya, honeydew melon, and lime rind. The balance of acid to fruit is superb. This wine shows impeccable pedigree. Pair with seafood, salads, Asian foods. It really matched a chicken pizza with hoisin sauce and cilantro (home made, on my BBQ grill)! Drink now - 2026.

Price: $27.99 750 ml.

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Langmeil Rough Diamond Grenache 2019 14.5% abv Barossa Valley, Australia

Tasting Notes: Grenache has long been held in esteem by Barossa winegrowers. The 2019 Langmeil Grenache is an elegant expression. The intriguing bouquet pulls you in, with potpourri, woodland floor, plum brandy, and black cherry. The medium full palate expands this, with plum, chokecherry cordial, black plum skin, and bramble notes. Tannins soft and supple. The wine has depth and excellent balance. Pair with roast/grilled fowl, pork, beef. Versatile and graceful, drink now-2027.

Price: $26.99 750 ml

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Kanonkop Kadette Cape Blend W.O. 2020 14% abv. Stellenbosch, South Africa

Tasting Notes: Stellenbosch is a wine region steeped in history; French Huguenots established vines there in the late 1600's. The Kadette Cape Blend is a real South African expression of a Bordeaux blend: Its recipe: 43% Pinotage, 33% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc. Deep red brick in color, it displays aromas of black plums, sage, cola, and toasty oak. On the medium full palate: red currants, smooth texture, blackberry, and medium roast coffee. Tannins are medium grippy. Medium short finish. Very good quality for a very good price. Pair with roasts, grilled meats, stews, casseroles. Drink now- 2028.

Price: $22.99 750 ml

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Argento Single Vineyard Malbec 2019 15% abv Finca Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina

Tasting Notes: Bodega Argento is dedicated to naturally organic and sustainable wine making. The Malbec was fermented in stainless steel, after which 25% of the wine was aged in oak, the remaining in concrete vats for 10 months. It is very extracted: the glass-staining eye is opaque red/black. Aroma is big and full: ripe fig, plums, dates, black coffee, tar. The palate: full and complex, with dates, plums, black cherry, black coffee confirmed. Tannins medium grippy but not out of place, finish long and warm. This wine has real good "stuffing" (as Jancis Robinson might say)! Vegan Friendly. Pair with burgers, grilled beef, other hearty foods. Drink now, cellar for 2-3 years.

Price: $32.49 750 ml

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Lodi Estates Merlot 2021 14%abv. Lodi, California

Tasting Notes: Although Lodi is in California's Central Valley, its climate is more Mediterranean than the hot, dry semi-arid climate you might expect. This is thanks to the many rivers which run through the AVA and the creeks, estuaries and bays into which they flow. Merlot, an early budding grape, does well here in the reliable warmth. This wine is dense garnet in color. It has a layered aroma of black currant, garrigue, plum, and vanilla. On the palate, good complexity, with black currant, blackberry, espresso with cream, and oregano notes. It has good structure: tannins present but smooth, plush mouth feel but not jammy. A real nice surprise. A perfect match for bison burgers! Drink now-2026.

Price: $19.99 750 ml

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Famille Sichel La Dame D'Angludet 2019 13% abv Margaux, France

Tasting Notes: The Sichel family renamed this wine (the so-called 'second' wine of the domaine) from La Reserve D'Angludet to better honor the women who have contributed directly or indirectly to the history of the property since the 12th century. Deeply aromatic, it expresses layers of cherry, black currant, black licorice, plums, and violets. Upon first sip, the palate shows a smooth texture, with currant, black olive, dried dates, and truffle . Tannins are supple; the finish is long and complex. It offers the best quality for price in the entire Margaux appellation. This wine can be consumed now and will deliver an exceptional experience, but it can be cellared for a number of years. Pair with all sorts of cuisine: hearty vegetarian casseroles, roasted meats/fowl, chateaubriand.

Price: $51.99 750 ml

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Casa E Di Mirafiore Barbera D'Alba Superiore D.O.C. 2016 14.5% abv Alba, Piedmont, Italy

Tasting Notes: Barbera often gets relegated to second status behind the more famous Nebbiolo (which makes Barolo), but this expression is distinctive and full of character. It has a deep barn red color with orange/sepia rim. Aromas of thyme, sage, roasted plum, black licorice, black cherry, and black currant waft out of the glass. The palate is round, showing black currant, dried dates, black olive, and plums, with hints of cinnamon and orange peel on a medium long finish. Tannins have had time to integrate. A big, bold (yes, I said it!) Barbera, it is reaching its full maturity. Buy a few and drink them now-within the next couple years. Pair with all kinds of savory dishes: lasagna with red sauce, casseroles, pizza, pasta.

Price: $27.99 750 ml

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Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc 2020 12.5% abv. Martinborough, New Zealand

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Langmeil Rough Diamond Grenache 2019 14.5% abv Barossa Valley, Australia

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Kanonkop Kadette Cape Blend W.O. 2020 14% abv. Stellenbosch, South Africa

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Argento Single Vineyard Malbec 2019 15% abv Finca Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina

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Lodi Estates Merlot 2021 14%abv. Lodi, California

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Famille Sichel La Dame D'Angludet 2019 13% abv Margaux, France

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Casa E Di Mirafiore Barbera D'Alba Superiore D.O.C. 2016 14.5% abv Alba, Piedmont, Italy

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Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc 2020 12.5% abv. Martinborough, New Zealand

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Langmeil Rough Diamond Grenache 2019 14.5% abv Barossa Valley, Australia

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Kanonkop Kadette Cape Blend W.O. 2020 14% abv. Stellenbosch, South Africa

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Argento Single Vineyard Malbec 2019 15% abv Finca Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina

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Lodi Estates Merlot 2021 14%abv. Lodi, California

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Famille Sichel La Dame D'Angludet 2019 13% abv Margaux, France

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Casa E Di Mirafiore Barbera D'Alba Superiore D.O.C. 2016 14.5% abv Alba, Piedmont, Italy

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