WINE SPECTATOR 100 OUTSTANDING VALUES

REDS

BORSAO 2010 TRES PICOS GARNACHA CAMPO DE BORJA
score: WA 92
IWC 91
WS 90

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Also available in magnum/1.5L

Robert Parker writes in Wine Advocate: "One of my favorite offerings from the Bodegas Borsao is the 6,000-case cuvee of the 2010 Tres Picos. Made from 100% Garnacha aged in equal parts stainless steel and French oak, this is the Bodegas Borsao’s interpretation of Chateauneuf du Pape. (But when’s the last time you saw a bottle of Chateauneuf du... read more

ALTOS LAS HORMIGAS 2010 MALBEC TERROIR MENDOZA
score: WS 90

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Nathan Wesley writes in Wine Spectator: "(Smart Buys) A dark red, with bright acidity supporting juicy blackberry, currant and blueberry notes that pick up hints of wild flowers, hot stone and tar. Shows nice range and cut. Drink now. 4,000 cases imported."

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COLUMBIA CREST 2010 H3 CABERNET SAUVIGNON HORSE HEAVEN HILLS
score: WS 90

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Harvey Steiman writes in Wine Spectator: "Polished and distinctive, offering chocolate and espresso accents around a supple core of cherry and fresh currant fruit. The finish is well-defined, with a silky feel. Drink now through 2019. 145,000 cases made." 

The “red” is the 2010 H3 Cabernet Sauvignon, once named the “Best American Cabernet” by Food & Wine Magazine. This is your traditiona... read more

COLUMBIA CREST 2010 H3 LES CHEVAUX HORSE HEAVEN HILLS
score: WS 90

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Harvey Steiman writes in Wine Spectator: "Supple and spicy, with a plush-textured, dark-hued, blackberry-rich mouthful lingering against creamy oak notes on the long and polished finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through 2017. 72,000 cases made." 

The “blue” is the 2010 H3  Les Chevaux (French for “the horses”), named for the wild horses that used to occupy this ar... read more

EASTON 2011 AMADOR COUNTY ZINFANDEL
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Tim Fish writes in Wine Spectator: "(Smart Buys) Crisp and elegant, with floral cherry and spice aromas and lively, pure raspberry, white pepper and loam flavors that linger toward light tannins. Drink now through 2017. 5,400 cases made." 

Bill Easton has long been a man of his own calling.  Long ago he went east to Amador to do the Rhone thing and, we dare say, he might have been a little more famous given his talents if he ... read more

BIBI GRAETZ 2011 CASAMATTA ROSSO TOSCANA IGT
score: WS 90

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Bruce Sanderson writes in Wine Spectator: "Notes of blackberry and black cherry are accented by tobacco and spice in this concentrated red, which is fresh and lively, with a firm finish. Drink now through 2014. 6,000 cases imported."

No one quite takes their wine to the same personal level as artist-turned-cult-winemaker Bibi Graetz. He not only is very open to creative winemaking techniques but fashions his labels out of his own bright,.splas... read more

PETER LEHMANN 2009 CLANCY'S
score: WS 90

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Harvey Steiman writes in Wine Spectator: "(Smart Buys) This smooth, inviting red shows vivid plum and spice flavors that cascade into a tight, peppery finish. Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2016. 25,000 cases imported."

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SHOOFLY 2010 SHIRAZ AUSTRALIA
score: WS 90

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Harvey Steiman writes in Wine Spectator: "(Best Values) Polished and supple, this is brimming with red berry, black cherry and delicate spice flavors, all coursing through the expressive finish. Drink now through 2020. 5,000 cases imported."

We can hear it now.  What are guys that are always jabbering about formula winemaking doing selling this?  This one is a negociant wine label for an Australian wine importer bottled in a ... read more

ODDERO 2010 BARBERA D'ALBA
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MARCHESI DI BAROLO 2011 MARAIA BARBERA DEL MONFERRATO WS TOP 100 2012 #66
score: WS 90

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Yes it is a long name, but an uncommon value.  We’ll give you the ‘important’ details up front... this is a Wine Spectator 90 and #66 on the 2010 Wine Spectator Top 100.   Beyond that, this is a pleasing, honest fruit-driven Barbera that can play the house red and foil a wine variety of foods from, of course, classic Italian dishes like pizza or pasta, to grilled meats or a simple burger.  For those who recall the Fonta... read more

MAZZEI 2010 BADIOLA TOSCANA IGT
score: WS 92

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Sometimes it’s just better to get to the point. Sure, we could regale you with the Mazzei family and their history which dates back some eight centuries. Ser Lappo Mazzei (1350-1412), who started in nearby Carmignano, was said to be the person who actually coined the name Chianti and was the first to make reference to it in a document in 1398. But while that is all pretty heady stuff (and shows that the family has been at it for a long time), it doesn’t necessarily... read more

WHITES

TORA BAY 2011 SAUVIGNON BLANC MARTINBOROUGH SINGLE VINEYARD
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MaryAnn Worobiec writes in Wine Spectator: "Equally aromatic and delicious, this brims with honeysuckle, passion fruit and nectarine flavors that are generous, juicy, ripe and delicious. Shows focus and a wonderful acidity on a light body. Drink now. 900 cases imported." 

Finding good Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc that also hits an attractive price point has been no easy task of late.  We’re sure part of the blame can be lai... read more

CONCHA Y TORO 2010 CHARDONNAY MARQUES DE CASA CONCHA LIMARI WS TOP 100 2012 #87
score: WS 90

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Nathan Wesley writes in Wine Spectator: "A fresh, harmonious white, featuring pineapple, citrus and spice notes backed by juicy acidity and creamy texture. Well-integrated, with a lingering aftertaste of fruit and chalk. Drink now. 8,000 cases made." read more