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Boasting bright red fruit flavors along with spicy, peppery notes, the 2004 Estancia Cabernet Sauvignon is the perfect wine to accompany a big barbecued steak this summer.
Winery: Estancia Estates
Vintage: 2004
Type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Central Coast, California
Ratings: WILFRED WONG: 90 points
Price: $12.99
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Full of ripe fruit flavors, the stand-up 2005 Beringer Napa Valley Chardonnay is a well-focused wine; nice weight on the palate with a bright finish. Perfect alongside grilled chicken.
Winery: Beringer Vineyards
Vintage: 2005
Type: Chardonnay
Region: Napa Valley, CA, USA
Ratings: THE WINE NEWS: 89 points
Price: $16.49
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The 2006 Drylands Sauvignon Blanc opens with beautiful tropical and herbal aromas, and fills the mouth with flavors of gooseberry, grapefruit, and fresh grass. Drink now, and try pairing with grilled prawns in a lemon garlic marinade.
Winery: Drylands Winery
Vintage: 2006
Type: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Ratings: THE WINE SPECTATOR: 91 points
Price: $15.29
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Don’t be fooled by the cheap price, as a gold medal winner in the 2007 California State Fair Wine Competition, the 2005 Smoking Loon Syrah definitely deserves a try. This mouth-filling, well rounded wine goes great with any type of barbeque, especially spicy dishes like Teriyaki Chicken.
Winery: Smoking Loon
Vintage: 2005
Type: Syrah
Region: California, USA
Ratings: THE WINE NEWS: 90 points
Price: $8.99
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The 2004 Ledgewood Creek ‘Picnique’ is a pleasantly light, medium-bodied Chardonnay. The wine opens with fresh tropical fruit aromas and has dominant citrus flavors. Pair this wine with light dishes like pizza, seafood, or any Asian cuisine.
Winery: Ledgewood Creek
Vintage: 2004
Type: Chardonnay
Region: Napa Valley, California
Ratings: BRONZE MEDAL, 2006 San Diego International Wine Competition
Price: $9.99
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The 2002 Vina Robles Estate Syrah has an earthy nose supported by intense black fruits, with a dash of white pepper and vanilla. Spicy flavors of boysenberry, currants, and candied fruits are sure not to disapoint. Pairs perfectly with grilled meats, portabella mushrooms, and strong cheeses.
Winery: Vina Robles Winery Estate
Vintage: 2002
Type: Syrah
Region: Paso Robles, California
Ratings: SILVER MEDAL, 2006 Florida State Fair International Wine and Grape Competition
Price: $17.99
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Even those who are not typically fond of whites will enjoy this beautiful unoaked French Chardonnay. With a palate rich in ripe apples and subtle pineapple flavors, this fresh white wine pairs perfectly with crustaceans and fish, as well as chicken and light cheese.
Winery: Macon-Lugny
Vintage: 2005
Type: Chardonnay
Region: Burgundy, France
Ratings: WILFRED WONG: 90 points
Price: $10.49
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The grapes used in the 2005 De Martino Organic Cabernet Sauvignon are organically grown in their own “Isla de Maipo” estate. For vinification, they have used only the grapes own yeasts during fermentation and a minimum of sulphur. Pairs well with red meats and pasta.
Winery: De Martino Estate
Vintage: 2005
Type: Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Maipo Valley, Chile
Ratings: WINE & SPIRITS: 91 points
Price: $11.99
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