Lazos Malbec 2013

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Lazos
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $10

Tasting Notes: This deep ruby red wine is full of fresh fruit flavors, with raspberry, blueberry and plum, as well as some savory spice accents of cocoa and vanilla. The smooth tannins and lightly toasted oak add dimension, and a hint of truffle lingers in the finish.
Lazos Malbec 2013

Dos Fincas Malbec 2013

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Dos Fincas
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $13

Tasting Notes: Floral aromas with notes of sweet tea; light to medium bodied, an easygoing malbec sourced from two vineyards.
Dos Fincas Malbec 2013

Bodega Norton Malbec 2013

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Bodega Norton
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Lujan de Cuyo
Retail Price: $8

Tasting Notes: Plenty of plums, strawberries, black fruit and currants. Easy-to-drink and matches well with turkey burgers and veggie-topped pizzas.
Bodega Norton Malbec 2013

Vina Solaya Malbec 2013

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Vina Solaya
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Dark ruby red, this elegant malbec has aromas of red currants, blackberries and plums, with notes of pepper and clove. Flavors of black cherries and juicy plums fill the mouth with hints of cedar and vanilla on the finish.
Vina Solaya Malbec 2013

Terres de Muscat 2013

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Terres
Varietal: Muscat
Vintage: 2013
Appellation: Muscat de St Jean de Minervois
Retail Price: $12

Tasting Notes: This bright, golden Muscat has rich, white flower aromas and tastes of apricot, fig and mango. The smooth texture and structure combined with the dried fruit note make this dessert wine versatile and balanced.
Terres de Muscat 2013

14 Hands Moscato 2013

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14 Hands
Varietal: Moscato
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: United States
Appellation: Washington State
Retail Price: $10

Tasting Notes: Nice beginner Muscat. Not overly cloying — brimming with vibrant hints of orange blossoms.
14 Hands Moscato 2013

Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Goldert Grand Cru Muscat 2013

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Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
Varietal: Moscato
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Alsace
Retail Price: $65

Tasting Notes: Muscat elegance at its finest. A real keeper. Delicate and floral, with a touch of minerality. Long, lingering finish. A pleasure to sip and savor.
Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Goldert Grand Cru Muscat 2013

Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Muscat 2013

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Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
Varietal: Muscat
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Alsace
Retail Price: $26

Tasting Notes: Pale gold in the glass, the nose is dominated by fresh stone fruit with touches of spice and dried fruit. The palate is exceptionally well balanced, with the fruit and acid working in tandem on the lengthy finish.
Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Muscat 2013