vintage: 2012

Clos Siguier Cahors Malbec 2012

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Clos Siguier Cahors
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Cahors
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: Malbec from this region was once called the "Black Wine of Cahors." Clos Siguier mixes in 5% Tannat to create a deep purple beauty. Black cherry and red currant aromas on the nose; the succulent red and black fruits burst forth on the finish. This wine features great minerality, moderate acidity and silky tannins. If you are looking for a Malbec from outside Argentina, this would be an excellent place to start.
Clos Siguier Cahors Malbec 2012

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Raffy Pardus Malbec 2012

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Raffy Pardus
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Tupungato
Retail Price: $22.49

Tasting Notes: Made from 50-year-old ungrafted vines, this Malbec has a refined character exhibiting bright bing cherry and wild raspberry fruits. Anise and cocoa are supporting flavors that linger on the elegant, fine-grained finish.
Raffy Pardus Malbec 2012

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Michel Rolland Mariflor 2012

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Michel Rolland
Fanciful Name: Mariflor
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $27.99

Tasting Notes: Winemaker Michel Rolland has created a dense and polished Malbec with aromas of plum and blueberries. Deep ruby in color, with flavors of licorice, berry and dark chocolate leading to powerful tannins and a long lasting finish.
Michel Rolland Mariflor 2012

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Seven Falls Merlot 2012

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Seven Falls
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: Washington
Appellation: Wahluke Slope
Retail Price: $15.49

Tasting Notes: With a warm and generous personality, this wine offers up ripe plum, dark chocolate and cloves. The flavors are complimented by a pleasant, velvet-like texture.
Seven Falls Merlot 2012

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Charles Krug Merlot 2012

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Charles Krug
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $24

Tasting Notes: A “Cab-lover’s Merlot.” Great structure. Lots of mocha, currant and vanilla to hold up to a grilled steak.
Charles Krug Merlot 2012

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J.Lohr Cuvee Pom Merlot 2012

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J.Lohr Cuvee Pom
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $59.99

Tasting Notes: The ultimate expression of Merlot from J.Lohr. This is their homage to the great Pomerol blends from Bordeaux. Winemaker Steve Peck starts with a classic blending of Merlot and Malbec, then subtly blends in trace amounts of Cabernet and Cabernet Franc. Paso Robles sourcing offers a truly viable alternative to Napa for exceptional fruit. Aged 18 months in French oak.
J.Lohr Cuvee Pom Merlot 2012

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Nearco Col D’Orcia Merlot 2012

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Nearco
Fanciful Name: Col D'Orcia
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Sant' Antimo
Retail Price: $42

Tasting Notes: A lovely example of Tuscan winemaking, outside of the Sangiovese box. Half Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and a touch of Petit Verdot. Youthful ruby color in the glass, with aromas and flavors of red fruit, and hints of vanilla and spice. A long and elegant finish.
Nearco Col D’Orcia Merlot 2012

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Four Vines Biker Zinfandel 2012

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Four Vines
Varietal: Zinfandel
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Smooth and plump. Lots of ripe raspberry and toasty vanilla. Great for BBQ ribs and pulled pork.
Four Vines Biker Zinfandel 2012

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Delatour Malbec 2012

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Delatour
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: IGP Pays d'Oc
Retail Price: $9

Tasting Notes: Flavor profile of ripe plums, dark cherry fruit and framed with layers of tobacco, coffee and toasty oak. Great with veal, pork and chicken in brown sauces.
Delatour Malbec 2012

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Zin-Phomaniac Zinfandel 2012

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Zin-Phomaniac
Varietal: Zinfandel
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Lodi
Retail Price: $20

Tasting Notes: Dark fruit aroma with plum clove. Blackberry, plum flavors with hint of tobacco. Nice smooth tannins. Long finish.
Zin-Phomaniac Zinfandel 2012

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Tuck Beckstoffer 75 Sauvignon Blanc 2012

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Tuck Beckstoffer
Fanciful Name: 75
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Lake County
Retail Price: $14

Tasting Notes: This light and pretty sauvignon blanc offers just the right combination of fruit and crispness. A perfect cocktail wine or to start off your first course salad with.
Tuck Beckstoffer 75 Sauvignon Blanc 2012

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Thomas Henry Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

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Thomas Henry
Varietal: Cabernet
Vintage: 2012
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Sonoma County
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Very Bordeaux in style—lots of spice and plum. Medium bodied with aromatic violets.
Thomas Henry Cabernet Sauvignon 2012

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