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"A cheerful glassful of sunny tropical and citrus fruit invigorated by a tangerine twang and lively acidity with a fresh lemon and lime surge on the dry frisky finish."

"Intricate layers of black cherry, plum, currant, and wild berry mingle with a hint of spice. The soft, delicate tannins of this Bordeaux varietal carry these aromas and flavors to a long lingering finish."

"The 2009 Chianti Classico Riserva is a terrific wine for the money. Dark cherries, plums, tobacco, leather and licorice all flow from this juicy, plush Chianti. Layers of fruit meld together nicely through to the pliant, round finish."

"Beautiful ruby crimson colour with reflections of black cherry. The aroma is intense and is dominated by empyreumatic (roasted, grilled or toasted) notes. The attack is clear and the richness appears quickly, conferring roundness and consistency to the wine. Then tannin, already silky and distributed well, affirms its presence. This prestige red Sancerre wine has consistency and full body. It finishes on notes of maturity (caramel, fruit compote)."

"Brooding dark purple plum raspberry flavors dotted with sage and black peppercorns."

"Berries & spice! The 2010 features black currant and allspice flavors with a big mid-palate. The gentle grip of fine tannins lingers for a long while. Have fun pairing this with food! We’ll be enjoying this wine for years to come."

"It has a reticent nose that unfurls to reveal copious blueberry and cassis fruit laced with vanilla. The palate is full-bodied with a layer of creamy oak smeared over the spicy black fruit on the entry, though it shows good weight towards the powerful finish. Give this Syrah twelve months to calm down in bottle."

"The spicy pepper of the Shiraz and the generous, gamey, juice raspberry flavours of Grenache finish with soft yet assertive tannins. A judicious splash of Touriga adds lovely red rose petal spice".