Stephan W
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Fattoria Di Basciano Chianti Rufina Riserva 2006, Docg
Tuscany, Italy$17.95
Very nice Chianti which greatly benefited from over an hour of decanting. Wished I cellared it a bit longer and found out what it would have become :). Tasted July 2012.
3.5 Stars
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Henry Of Pelham Reserve Off Dry Riesling 2009, VQA Short Hills Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$17.95
Very nice Riesling. Really appreciated that this was off dry as some Rieslings are just too sweet to be paired with moderately spicy dishes. Tasted March 2012.
3.5 Stars
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Masi Brolo Di Campofiorin 2006, Igt Rosso Del Veronese
Veneto, Italy$26.95
i have been keeping this wine for a couple of years and was looking forward to the day I would open it. However, this wine did not live up to my optimistic expectations. My biggest disappointment was how light this wine turned out to be (let's say light to medium body range to be fair) and the associated acidity. Also, I found the flavors to be almost completely taken over by the oak. Tasted December 2011.
3.5 Stars
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Vina Robles White 4 2010, Huerhuero Vineyard, Paso Robles
California, Usa$14.75
Was worth a try, but 4 grapes in equal proportions made it somewhat bland. Tasted May 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Fouassier Pere & Fils Pouilly Fumé 2012
Loire, France$19.95
A little bit too tart and mineral to truly enjoy. Tasted March 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Santa Carolina Reserva De Familia Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Maipo Valley
Maipo Valley, Chile$17.95
Very nice, dense, full-bodied Cabernet-Sauvignon with a long, smooth finish. When I saw how dark this wine was when I poured the first glass, I had the feeling this would be an enjoyable experience...which was comfirmed with the first glass. Safe bet when you have guests. Going back to buy some more and repeat this nice experience. Tasted January 2012.
3.5 Stars
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Château Tanunda Grand Barossa Shiraz 2010, Barossa, South Australia
South Australia, Australia$22.95
Very pleasant Shiraz that is typical of these big Aussie Shiraz. Tasted August 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Hess Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mendocino/Lake/Napa Counties
California, Usa$24.95
Really nice after 30 - 45 minutes of opening the bottle. Typical Cab-Sauvignon from California. Good length and the use of oak is just right. Tasted February 2016.
3.5 Stars
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Deen De Bortoli Vat 8 Shiraz 2008, Southeastern Australia
Australia$8.95
Perfect wine when you want to play it safe during a Christmas party with lots of people with different tastes. Was very well received by my guests. I found it pleasant to drink. Nice dry Shiraz. Tried in December 2011.
3.5 Stars
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Stone Dwellers Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Strathbogie Ranges, Southwest
Australia$20.00
Nice full-bodied Cab' from Australia that is sweet and green at the same time. Only con is the level of heat that is a bit distracting to fully enjoy. Tasted November 2013.
3.5 Stars
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