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A Mano 
2007 Primitivo
Puglia Italy

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
The flavors of blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and plums are
all carried by a subtle, sweet, toasted oak flavor.
The finish is soft and
long with very graceful tannins
and a beautiful body.
Winemaker's notes.
 
$ 8.99

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Annie's Lane 
2006 Shiraz
Clare Valley Australia

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
Annie's Lane Shiraz displays aromas of blackberry, violets and spice. The palate is rich with excellent depth of berry fruit, balanced with subtle smoky oak. This elegant, medium bodied Shiraz finishes with long, silky tannins. Enjoy now or cellar for 5 to 7 years. Winemaker's notes.
 
$ 9.99

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Aquinas
2007 Pinot Noir
Napa Valley

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 This wine is garnet colored with aromas of light cocoa and ripe, sweet
cherry. Full on the palate, this wine brings great earthy flavors that
evolve into a rich and varietally correct Pinot, with bright acidity
that flows with juicy sour cherry. Winery notes

$ 9.99

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Baguala
2007 Torrontes
Calchaquies Valley Argentina

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 A crisp, refreshing white wine with delicious flavors of apricot and citrus.
This wine is a perfect complement to a warm afternoon relaxing in the
shade or served with light, fresh summer fare. Winery notes.
$ 7.99

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Baguala
2007 Corte Tinto
Calchaquies Valley Argentina 

theWinetoBuy.com  90  Rating
 A unique blend of 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Syrah, 18% Malbec
and 10% Merlot. This wine has gobs of ripe fruit; black cherry,
blueberry, black currants and plums. Very easy-going texture that's sure to please your palate. A No-Brainer and excellent QPR.

$ 7.99

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Baguala
2007 Cabernet Sauvignon
Calchaquies Valley Argentina 

theWinetoBuy.com  87  Rating
 A wine as majestic as the mountain landscape where it is grown.
Full-bodied with forward fruit and notes of blackberry and cassis,
this wine makes for a wonderful match with your next backyard
barbeque. Bold wine, supple and concentrated. Winery notes.

$ 7.99

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Bodegas Alto Almanzora
2007 Red Blend
Valle del Almanzora Spain

Wine Advocate  90  Rating
 Deep purple in color (remarkably dense for its humble price), it offers up a kinky, full-blown nose of smoke, spice box, and wild blueberry. Ripe, succulent, and layered, this bargain-priced, hedonistic effort totally over-delivers. Buy it by the palette load and drink it over the next three years.
$ 9.99

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Bodegas Ateca
2008 Garnacha de Fuego Old Vines
Calatayud Spain

Steve Tanzer  88  Rating
 (From vines reportedly between 60 and 80 years of age) Inky purple
color. Potent aromas of blackberry, blueberry, olive and violet;
smells like a syrah, and a good one at that. Chewy dark berry and
bitter cherry flavors are framed by dusty tannins that give way to the
fruit on the firm, focused back end. This represents incredible value.
$ 8.99

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Bodegas Borsao
2008 Rose
Campo de Borja Spain

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 Borsao Rose Borja presents luminescent color and vibrant flavors.
Abundant aromas of warm sun drenched strawberries fill your glass.
Delicate sweet baking spices accentuate the fruity flavors. Importers notes.
$ 7.99

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Bodegas Borsao
2008 Borsao
Campo de Borja Spain

Wine Spectator  89  Rating
 This firm red offers ripe black cherry and boysenberry fruit, backed
by notes of smoke, mineral and herb. The tannins are well-integrated,
and floral and smoke notes linger. Drink now through 2013.
$ 7.99

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Bodegas Borsao
2008 Vina Borgia
Campo de Borja Spain

Steve Tanzer  88  Rating
 (100% garnacha) Inky purple. Deeply pitched aromas of blackberry,
cherry, licorice and smoke. Incredibly powerful and complex for a
$6 wine, with strong, spicy dark fruit character and suave spiciness.
Delivers a lot of juicy fruit, with good finishing cling and spicy length.
Is this the best red wine value on the market?
$ 6.99

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Bodegas Campos Reales
2008 Tempranillo
La Mancha Spain

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 100% tempranillo.Deep ruby/violet. Medium nose of blackberry,
meat, dark chocolate, and earth. Round, rich mouth of berries, spice,
leather and brown sugar. Importer's notes.

$ 7.99

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Bodegas Guelbenzu
2007 Red Blend
Ribera del Queiles Spain

Steve Tanzer's  88  Rating
 Nervy redcurrant, pomegranate and raspberry aromas are complicated by subtle herbal and floral qualities. Red berry and licorice flavors are refreshingly bitter, with a slow-building cherry skin quality adding cut. This would be excellent with grilled or roasted chicken.
$ 9.99

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Bodegas Luzon
2008 Luzon Red Blend
Jumilla Spain

Wine Spectator  87  Rating
 Cherry, licorice and tobacco notes are fresh and focused in this balanced red. Light, firm tannins provide enough structure for food, and the finish is lively. Monastrell and Syrah. Drink now through 2014.
$ 8.99

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Bodegas O. Fournier
2007 Urban Malbec
Valle de Uco Mendoza Argentina

Wine Spectator  90  Rating
 Very enticing, with aromas of freshly crushed raspberry and
blackberry backed by subtle vanilla, mineral and cocoa powder
shadings. The long, incense-tinged finish is supple. Delicious.
Drink now. Only 3,000 cases imported.

$ 9.99

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Bodegas O. Fournier
2007 Urban Malbec Tempranillo Blend
Valle de Uco Mendoza Argentina

Wine Spectator  89  Rating
 Offers a lovely, pure beam of raspberry fruit, laced with hints of
spice, cocoa and incense. Supple and long, with nicely integrated
toast framing the finish. Drink now.

$ 9.99

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Brampton
2008 Sauvignon Blanc
Western Cape South Africa

Steve Tanzer's  88  Rating
 (blended with 8% semillon) Pale, green-tinged color. Tropical fruit
hints, gooseberry and dusty spices on the nose. Juicy and intense for a sauvignon in this price class, with a touch of sweetness to its citrus and
mineral flavors. The brisk finish features a note of grapefruit.
$ 9.99

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Caldora
2008 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Abruzzo Italy

theWinetoBuy.com  89  Rating
 Ruby red with garnet reflections, intense and persistent fragrance,
fruit (red fruit and prunes) with vanilla nuances. Medium-to-full
bodied with a good balance and ready to drink. Great as a starter or
paired with salami, savory first courses, meat in general and
medium aged cheeses. Importer's notes.
$ 9.99

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Caldora
2008 Terre di Chieti Sangiovese
Abruzzo Italy

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 Garnet red in color with strawberry and sour cherry fruit as the primary component, supported by slight vinious and wood notes on the finish.
Light-bodied with balancing acidity and super soft tannin character.
Great with salami, savory first courses, meat in general and
medium aged cheeses. Importer's notes.
$ 9.99

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Campo Al Mare
2007 Vermentino
Tuscany

theWinetoBuy.com  89  Rating
 Campo al Mare Vermentino is pale straw colored wine with green
highlights that indicate its vivid freshness. The fragrance is dominated
by white and delicate tropical fruits set off by notes of herb and sage
which lead into a crisp, clean palate of finely tuned acidic balance
ending in a persistent finish. Winery notes. 

$ 9.99

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Crios by Susan Balbo
2009 Rose of Malbec
Mendoza Argentina

Wine Advocate  89  Rating
 The 2009 Rose of Malbec is dark pink in color with an enticing nose of strawberry and cherry. Ripe, dry, and full-flavored, this delicious
Rose should be consumed over the next 12-18 months

$ 9.99

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De Bortoli
2007 Petite Sirah
South Eastern Australia

Wine Advocate  86  Rating
 The 2007 Petite Sirah DB Selection delivers big bang for the
buck. Dark ruby/purple-colored, it has an excellent nose of plum
and blueberry. On the palate it is meaty and surprisingly rich.
Drink this crowd-pleaser over the next 1-2 years.

$ 9.99

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Domaine du Chateau de Margon
2007 Sarabande
Margon France

theWinetoBuy.com  87  Rating
 This is a blend of about 50/50 Cabernet & Merlot. Fresh, young and fruity. No tannins here to get in the way of the cherry and berry flavors. It's a real
nice, easy-drinking, sipper to have around.

$ 9.99

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Elsa Bianchi
2008 Malbec
Mendoza Argentina

Wine Enthusiast  88  Rating
 This is one of the best-if not the best-yet from this producer.
Alluring plum, berry and cola aromas meet every requirement of
a very good Malbec, while the palate is fresh, sturdy and shows a
cool mix of red fruit, chocolate and spice. Even the finish is
abnormally long and smooth for an under-$10 wine. 

$ 7.99

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Feudo Arancio
2008 Nero D'Avola
Sicily

Wine Advocate  87  Rating
 Medium garnet colour. Warm strawberry and raspberry aromas
with notes of stewed tea and forest floor. Full body with medium to
high acidity. Medium level of soft tannins. Medium to long finish.

$ 7.99

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Gouguenheim
2008 Malbec Valle Escondido
Mendoza Argentina

theWinetoBuy.com  89  Rating
 Dark red color, rich and strong. Aromas include scents of plums,
black cherry, black currant, chocolates and violets. Round and
supple with a long finish.Winery notes.
$ 9.99

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Hacienda
2007 Merlot
California

theWinetoBuy.com  87  Rating
 This ruby colored wine has hints of blueberry, raspberry, and cherry on the nose. On the palate, berries and fresh fruit are present with hints of vanilla and the wine ends with a smooth finish. Winery notes.
$ 6.99

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Hugel
2007 Riesling
Alsasce

Wine Spectator  87  Rating
 A quaffable white, with lip-smacking acidity and flavors of lemon
peel, apricot and white pepper. Clean, briny finish. Drink now
through 2012. Only 2,500 cases imported.

$ 9.99

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Ken Forrester
2008 Petit Chenin
Stellenbosch South Africa

Steve Tanzer's  87  Rating
 Pale, bright yellow. High-toned aromas of mint and lime, with hints
of honey and resin. Supple and bright, with attractive citrus fruit flavor complicated by a note of nutmeg. Not the last word in intensity or grip,
but very easy to drink-and always a splendid value.

$ 9.99

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Leasingham
2006 Magnus Shiraz
Clare Valley Australia

Wine Spectator  87  Rating
 Bright and minerally, with a cherry note glowing at the core and fine
tannins settling gently over the finish. Drink now through 2011.
$ 9.99

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Loredona
2008 Riesling
Monterey County

theWinetoBuy.com  89  Rating
 The 2008 Loredona Riesling offers delicate aromas of lychee, asian pear,
citrus blossom, and a touch of honey. On the palate, complex layers of
ripe apricot mingle with lemon-lime, structured by a light minerality.
The wine shows nice, refreshing acidity, finishing with a pleasant
tartness that lingers on the palate. Winery notes. 
$ 9.99

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Los Riscos
2008 Chardonnay
Central Valley Chile

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 Strong light yellow with golden reflex.  Harmonic, balanced nose
with acacia flowers, peach and toasted almonds. A full mouthfeel 
that's  round with plenty of exotic fruits and vanilla.  Banana notes are predominant at the end. Winery notes. 
$ 7.99

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Masciarelli
2006 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Abruzzi Italy

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 The Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo shows a Deep ruby red color.
The nose is intense and complex. On the palate, you will find red berries,
cherry, red currants, violets, hint of tobacco. Winery notes.
$ 7.99

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MontGras Reserva
2007 Merlot
Casablanca Valley Chile

Steve Tanzer  88  Rating
 Deep ruby. Dark berries, cherry and cured meat on the nose. Fleshy
and gently sweet, with surprisingly deep dark berry and candied cherry
flavors and a late note of licorice. Finishes with persistent sweetness and
an echo of dried flowers. For merlot, this is an absolute steal.
$ 8.99

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Morande
2009 Sauvignon Blanc
Casablanca Valley Chile

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 This is a fresh and vibrant Sauvignon Blanc that bursts with aromas of
tropical fruits and zesty gooseberry. The deliciously fruity flavor is
followed by a crisp, clean finish. It is perfect as an aperitif and accompaniment to seafood, sushi and salads. Ready to drink now. Winery notes.
$ 7.99

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Mountain View Vintners
2007 Chardonnay
Central Coast

theWinetoBuy.com  87  Rating
 Fruit originating from highly-regarded vineyards in the cool
microclimates of the region has yielded a quintessential Monterey
Chardonnay—as we have produced since 1985. The rich tropical fruit
aromas and ripe varietal flavors are balanced by the crisp acidity prized
by wineries throughout the state. This wine is sure to please a wide range
of palates as it develops in the bottle. Vintners notes.
$ 7.99

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Oxford Landing
2008 Chardonnay
South Australia

Wine Spectator  87  Rating
 This is bright and refreshing, showing pretty flavors of pear and
citrus that linger with lime and mineral notes. Drink now.
 
$ 7.99

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Oxford Landing
2008 Sauvignon Blanc
South Australia

Steve Tanzer  87  Rating
 Greenish yellow. Varietally accurate citrus, apple, herb and floral aromas are underscored by peppery spice. Brisk, light-bodied lemon-lime and melon flavors are clean and nervy, with a kiss of sweetness on the back. Finishes with good clarity and length, especially for this price.
$ 7.99

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Paso a Paso
2007 Tempranillo
La Mancha Spain

Wine Enthusiast  87  Rating
 Nice Tempranillo for $10. Paso a Paso opens with blackberry,
boysenberry and other black-fruit aromas. But it's composed and doesn't
smell artificial or candied. In the mouth, the wine is tannic, tight and brawny, with no shortage of berry and plum flavors. Big, generous and great for
those looking for a lot of fruit and simplicity.
$ 8.99

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Paso a Paso
2007 Verdejo
La Mancha Spain

Wine Enthusiast  86  Rating
 This has all the earmarks of a commercial white wine done well.
It smells like cider, flowers and pear, while the sweet palate mixes in just enough zesty citrus and melon to come across as real. Yes, it's pithy and sweet on the finish, but the balance, feel and acidity are good enough to make it entirely pleasant and quaffable.
$ 8.99

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Peter Nicolay
2006 Estate Riesling
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer

theWinetoBuy.com  89  Rating
 This is a very refreshing style of Riesling. It picks up apple, pear
and lemon notes while finishing very clean and balanced.
It is certainly worth the price.
$ 9.99

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Puerto Viejo
2008 Chardonnay
Curico Valley Chile

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 This is terrific House Chardonnay. 100 % Chardonnay fermented in new French oak casks. It's slightly toasty with some nice citrus flavors. The mouthfeel is smooth and lively with  just the right amount of acidity.
$ 8.99

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Robert Oatley
2008 Rose of Sangiovese
Australia

Wine Spectator  88  Rating
 This graceful rosé offers a nice reticence to its leafy watermelon
and strawberry flavors as they rise slowly through the finish.
Drink now. Only 3,100 cases made. 
$ 9.99

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Santa Beatrice
2006 Cabernet Sauvignon
Venezia Italy

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
 Our Cabernet is filled with soft, plummy red fruit set up by light tannins.
Great color and great complexity of flavor mark this wine as a
perfect companion of all the traditional dishes, specially sausage
pasta and grilled sirloin. Winery notes.
$ 9.99

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Snoqualmie
2007 Winemaker's Select Riesling
Columbia Valley

theWinetoBuy.com  89  Rating
This Winemaker’s Select Riesling is crisp, refreshing, and bursting with aromas of spicy pear and dried apricots. The richly textured palate is characterized by spice and fruit as well as lingering notes of honey. Winemaker's notes. 
$ 8.99

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Sonoma Vineyards
2007 Chardonnay
Sonoma County

theWinetoBuy.com  89  Rating
Our Sonoma Vineyards chardonnay is unoaked, forward and fresh,
brimming with juicy, ripe fruit like tropical pineapple and wild mountain
pears. No need for a lemon squeeze, you’ll discover plenty of citrus and maybe even apricot as you sip through the rich, lively layers. Experience Sonoma County first hand in every sip of our 2007 chardonnay. Winery notes.
$ 9.99

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Sonoma Vineyards
2007 Merlot
Sonoma County

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
Our Sonoma Vineyards merlot is flavorful and loaded with fruit that
will have you dreaming of wild berries and juicy plums. Don’t be
surprised if you discover melted chocolate and exotic cedar notes
as you explore its soft, easygoing richness. Experience Sonoma County
first-hand with every sip of our 2007 merlot.
Winery notes.
$ 9.99

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Souverain
2007 Sauvignon Blanc
Alexander Valley

Wine Advocate  88  Rating
A terrific bargain, the 2007 Sauvignon Blanc is a Loire Valley-styled white offering flamboyant notes of roasted herbs, Thai lemon grass, honeyed grapefruit, and a hint of peaches. Crisp and medium-bodied with delicious fruit, this sensational dry white can be enjoyed over the next 1-2 years.
$ 9.99

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St. Francis Winery
2005 Red
Sonoma County

Wine Enthusiast  86  Rating
Bring on the pizza, pasta and barbecue. Here’s a good everyday
red at a fair price. It’s dry and sturdy in tannins, with berry, cherry,
tobacco and spice flavors.
$ 9.99

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Terra Rosa
2005 Malbec Old Vines
Mendoza Argentina

Steve Tanzer  88  Rating
Good deep red. Redcurrant, plum, cherry, licorice, tobacco and smoke on the nose, complicated by a hint of minerality. Suave and sweet, with a chocolate truffle flavor lifted by spices and herbs. A fairly dense and serious wine, especially for the price. Finishes with sweet tannins and good length.
$ 9.99

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The WOLFTRAP
2008 Syrah Mouvedre Viognier
Western Cape South Africa

Wine Enthusiast  89  Rating
A nose of red fruit, spice and violet is followed by fresh but lush
aromas of cherries, blackberries and a touch of smoke and dark chocolate. Smooth and integrated, with a pretty, aromatic character.

$ 7.99

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Tormaresca
2007 Chardonnay
Puglia Italy

Steve Tanzer  88  Rating
Bright yellow-gold. Explosive, fresh aromas of white peach, banana
and pineapple. Juicy and flavorful, with tropical undertones adding fleshiness to the banana and green apple flavors. Finishes clean and lively, with a hint of vanilla. An excellent, uncomplicated chardonnay and Tormaresca's most improved bottling over the last five or six years.
$ 9.99

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Vinosia
2007 Primitivo
Puglia Italy

Wine & Spirits  90  Rating
There's a spicy, peppery edge to freshen the ripe black cherry fruit in this Primitivo. The texture is broad and rich, with lasting flavors of blackberry and wildflower honey. Open a bottle with wild mushroom pizza.
$ 9.99

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Wakefield
2007 Riesling
Clare Valley Australia

theWinetoBuy.com  88  Rating
An intensley flavored Riesling with limes, lemon and tropical fruits.
The palate is crisp and refreshing, finishing with a vibrant, steely,
green apple quality. Winery notes.

$ 9.99


 

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