2011's best wines as chosen by Wine Spectator Magazine.
(Check them out now, quantities are extremely limited)
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Aged for nine months in cement vats, this cuvée has aromas of créme de cassis and black raspberry jam. Drink it now, or store for one to two more years.
Vintage: 2005
Type: Red
Variety: Cuvée
Region: Languedoc-Roussillon, France
Ratings: The Wine Advocate – 90 Points
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The Richard Semillon Chardonnay combines a traditional medium bodied Chardonnay with the sweet Semillon grape, traditionally used in making dessert wines. Pairs perfectly with vegetable dishes or seafood.
Winery: Richland
Vintage: 2008
Type: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: South Eastern Australia
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This friendly, dry Riesling was ranked #66 by Wine Spectator in its list of the Top 100 wines of 2009. Bright acidity with tropical and orange notes make this wine a good pairing with summer dishes.
Winery: Barnard Griffin
Vintage: 2008
Type: Red
Variety: Riesling
Region: Columbia Valley, Washington
Ratings: Wine Spectator – 90 Points
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Full of refreshing flavors of citrus and apple, this Italian Pinot Grigio is easy to drink and well-balanced, with a clean, bright finish. Perfect alongside pasta, fish, or salad dishes.
Winery: Valpantena Vineyards
Vintage: 2008
Type: White
Variety: Pinot Grigio
Region: Veneto, Italy
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Aromas of dark berries, peppery notes, and a smooth finish make this wine perfect for pairing with a great pizza or your favorite red meat.
Winery: Las Tizas vineyards
Vintage: 2008
Type: Red
Variety: Malbec
Region: Mendoza, Argentina
Price: $14.99
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This chardonnay is not oak-aged, allowing the underlying fruity, almost tropical flavors of the grape to shine through. Great with light pasta, chicken and pork.
Winery: Marmesa Winery
Vintage: 2005
Type: White
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Edna Valley, California
Price: $9.99
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A smooth medium bodied merlot, with dark cherry notes and a dry finish.
Vintage: 2008
Type: Red
Variety: Merlot
Region: Lodi, California
Price: $13.99
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A dry, but zesty wine from the famous Marlborough region of New Zealand’s South Island. Given 90 points by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, this Sauvignon Blanc has grapefruit and pineapple notes, and a fruity citrus flavor.
Vintage: 2008
Type: White
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
Ratings: Wine Enthusiast: 90 points
Price: $16.49
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