vintage: 2013

Guidobono VSQ Segretevigne 2013

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Guidobono VSQ
Varietal: Sparkling
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Piedmont
Retail Price: $24.95

Tasting Notes: One of only two sparkling wines brought into the U.S. made from Nebbiola (100%). Brut style with zero dosage. Naturally bottle fermented, this smooth-as-silk, fresh sparkler will even get your uncle who hates sparkling wine to say “wow.” Imported by CV Tuscany Imports.
Guidobono VSQ Segretevigne 2013

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Duckhorn Three Palms Vineyard Merlot 2013

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Duckhorn Three Palms Vineyard
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Napa
Retail Price: $98.99

Tasting Notes: It is probably fitting that one of the original pioneers of Merlot continues to produce this classic version sourced from one of the valley’s original single-vineyard sites. Winemaker Renee Ary takes a classical approach, adding
balanced amounts of Cabernet, Malbec, and Petite Verdot, and then aging for 18 months in rich French oak. A classic new-world Merlot, rich, complex, bursting with lean silky fruit.
Duckhorn Three Palms Vineyard Merlot 2013

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Solar de Orfila Malbec 2013

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Solar de Orfila
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $15.99

Tasting Notes: Perfect introduction to the Malbec varietal. Smooth and easy drinking with just a touch of oak. Lighter in style with light tannins. Perfect pizza wine.
Solar de Orfila Malbec 2013

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Trivento Malbec 2013

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Trivento
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $9.99

Tasting Notes: Black cherry aroma. Black cherry flavor with some spice. Simple uncomplicated with moderate tannins and moderate finish. A good buy
Trivento Malbec 2013

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Solar de Orfila Oak 2013

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Solar de Orfila
Fanciful Name: Oak
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $21.99

Tasting Notes: Rich and elegant. Very full-bodied. Six months in French oak imparts hints of vanilla. Beautifully fruit-forward with plum blackberry, and violet notes.
Solar de Orfila Oak 2013

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Cruz Alta Grand Reserve 2013

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Cruz Alta
Fanciful Name: Grand Reserve
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $16

Tasting Notes: Full-bodied and not lacking in either power or density, this wine has a black color with a slight shade of red to it. The smooth texture and lengthy finish harness the blueberry, raspberry and oak-baking spice flavors very well.
Cruz Alta Grand Reserve 2013

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Punto Final Reserva 2013

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Punto Final
Fanciful Name: Reserva
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $21.99

Tasting Notes: “The Final Point” is the next showstopper Malbec you need to try. Their entry into the market, Punto Final, is wonderful as it is, but the extra aging (12 months in 225-L. Barriques) makes a world of difference. The perfect balance between bold and finesse, Punto Final Reserva Malbec is worth the jump to this price point and will make you want to come back for more.
Punto Final Reserva 2013

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Catena Malbec 2013

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Catena
Varietal: Malbec
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Argentina
Appellation: Mendoza
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: Aroma of dark fruits, dark cherry and berries. Flavors run dark cherry, blackberry and spice. Nice full tannins with long finish.
Catena Malbec 2013

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Perimeter Merlot 2013

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Perimeter
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Washington
Retail Price: $14

Tasting Notes: Sweet red fruits on the nose with a palate of raspberry, cherry cola and a hint of vanilla. Lush and round, there is some spice and a lovely strawberry vanilla finish.
Perimeter Merlot 2013

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Markham Merlot 2013

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Markham
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: California
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $22

Tasting Notes: A fruit bomb with hints of chocolate. While this wine starts out very juicy, the addition of Cabernet Sauvignon adds a very tannic dry finish. Overall, a great versatile wine to pair with steak, burgers or roasted chicken dishes.
Markham Merlot 2013

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Boomtown Merlot 2013

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Boomtown
Varietal: Merlot
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: Washington
Retail Price: $16.95

Tasting Notes: Medium bodied with lots of dark, lush fruit. Long finish and perfect with your favorite grilled meat.
Boomtown Merlot 2013

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