Aroma Rosé 2017

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Aroma
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $5

Tasting Notes: 100% Syrah. Great value for the picnic crowd. Crisp, clean - especially good with appetizers.
Aroma Rosé 2017

Apaltagua Carmenere Rosé 2017

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Apaltagua Carmenere Rosé
Varietal: Rosé
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Maule Valley
Retail Price: $13

Tasting Notes: Brilliant pink hue with perfumed aromas of freshly picked red berries, rose petals, and hints of citrus. Fresh and dry, with a medium-bodied finish.
Apaltagua Carmenere Rosé 2017

Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Pinot Noir

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Casas del Bosque
Fanciful Name: Gran Reserva
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Casablanca Valley
Retail Price: $17.95

Tasting Notes: Sourced from some of the highest elevations in Casablanca, this cool, austere pinot overdelivers. Much like a pommard, it is driven by minerals and dark fruit. Try it with grilled salmon.
Casas del Bosque Gran Reserva Pinot Noir

Siegel Special Reserve Pinot Noir

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Siegel
Fanciful Name: Special Reserve
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Leyda Valley
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: Bright ruby, a touch on the lighter side, in the glass. The nose and palate share a common theme of bright red fruit, with floral hints. The finish is bright, and very well balanced. An excellent Chilean pinot noir.
Siegel Special Reserve Pinot Noir

Errazuriz Max Reserva Pinot Noir

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Errazuriz
Fanciful Name: Reserva
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $14

Tasting Notes: Bright and clean. Ruby red in appearance, to the edge. Cherry, and other red fruits on the nose are echoed on the palate, with its good acidity and subtle textures. At this price, a real bargain.
Errazuriz Max Reserva Pinot Noir

Vistamar Cabernet Syrah Grand Reserva 2014

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Vistamar
Fanciful Name: Grand Reserva
Varietal: Cabernet Blend
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $17

Tasting Notes: This dark, purple-hued wine from Maipo is a powerhouse, and has a soft lengthy finish. Full body, blackberries and some sour cherries blend nicely with subtle vanilla notes.
Vistamar Cabernet Syrah Grand Reserva 2014

Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2015

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Araucano
Fanciful Name: Reserva
Varietal: Cabernet
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: After lengthy research, French winemaker Francois Lurton launched his reserve series of cabernet sauvignon from the best plots in Chile’s Lolol Valley. Using environmentally friendly (biodynamic) methods, he has created a full-bodied red loaded with aromas of black fruits, plums and spice. 2015 was a hot year in the valley, contributing a ripe palate, full tannins and a touch of sweet grilled peppers on the finish.
Araucano Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2015

Casas del Bosque Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2015

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Casas del Bosque
Fanciful Name: Reserva
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Casablanca Valley
Retail Price: $12.95

Tasting Notes: This lush wine is a bargain! Tropical notes, light citrus and plenty of mineral backbone and acid make it not only a great sipper, but a perfect seafood partner.
Casas del Bosque Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2015

Sanama Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Sanama Reserva
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Chile
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: Sourced from high elevation vineyards in Santa Amalia, the Sanama Reserva is a straight forward sauvignon blanc from Vina los Boldos. Aromas of peach, lemon and fresh-cut limes with crisp flavors and refreshing acidity. A lot to like here for the price!
Sanama Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2016

Carmen Premier 1850 Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Carmen Premier 1850
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Colchagua Valley
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Crisp and delicious, the 1850 Sauvignon Blanc is vibrant and fresh with aromas of lime and grapefruit. This light-bodied white has lively acidity that pairs perfectly with a variety of seafood dishes, salads or creamy cheeses.
Carmen Premier 1850 Sauvignon Blanc 2016

Montes Classic Malbec 2014

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Malbec
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Colchagua Valley
Retail Price: $11

Tasting Notes: Dark ruby color in the glass. Intense ripe cherry notes upfront that fade rather quickly. Medium body that finishes rather delicate and short. Would make a nice accompaniment to a good juicy cheeseburger.
Montes Classic Malbec 2014

Vistamar Sepia Reserva 2015

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Vistamar Sepia
Fanciful Name: Reserva
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: Chile
Appellation: Maipo Valley
Retail Price: $10

Tasting Notes: This Chilean Malbec is smooth and balanced to showcase the red currant and blackberry notes. Lively and easy drinking, this value-oriented bottle shows that Chile can show up to the Mendoza-dominated market.
Vistamar Sepia Reserva 2015