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YOU SAMPLED a Medium red from Château du Donjon MerlotThe more voluptuous side of Merlot, aged in oak. Big, bold fruit and almost no tannins! The super juicy fruit flavors scream finger-staining violet colors: blackberries, blueberries and currants. Time in wood adds a baking spice note to the fruit onslaught, intermingling into an almost “sweet berry pie wine,” without the sugar sweetness.
PERFECT WITH Terrine à Pied de Cochon, Chicken liver mousse, BBQ ribs, Asado |
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YOU SAMPLED a Bold red from Giovanni Abrigo Barolo Ravera 2015A warm year that produced an ephemeral nose of strawberry, cherry and sweet liquorice scents. In time, flavors of raspberry compote, clove, tobacco and notes of deeply scented flowers come through.
PERFECT WITH Parmigiano reggiano, Szechuan beef, ribeye steak, truffled cheeses |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium red from Mazziotti MerlotYoung vines that yield an intense ruby red colored wine. Soft and supple, elegant and balanced with pronounced scents of raspberry jam, vanilla and violets. On the palate the wine is soft with just a little tannic grip and loads of pleasant berry fruit, most noticeably strawberry and raspberry.
PERFECT WITH Instant Pot curry, spaghetti and red sauce, McDoubles + fries |
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YOU SAMPLED a Bold red from Château du Donjon L’AutreGarnet color with violet hues. Blackberry, liquorice, and vanilla on the nose. Full bodied, great expression and a long, aromatic finish of dark fruit.
PERFECT WITH lamb with fig, local produce in butter, grilled meats |
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YOU SAMPLED a Bold red from Ontinar MerlotBrick red with tons of density and a big, creamed berry bouquet with peony and baby's breath scents mingling in there. Toasted coconut, a little leather grip and vanilla starts the long, intense finish of the wine. It's dry, but still so delightfully fruity and that toasted coconut notes follows through and adds complexity and nuance. Oh, and it's organic!
PERFECT WITH Port Salut grilled cheese, tomato soup, Cioppino |
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YOU SAMPLED a Bold white from d’Escausses Vigne GalanteA sweet white that’s not cloying or dessert level. The nose is fluffy and white with marzipan and lemon laced chiffon. Dense aromas of white flowers give way to exotic fruits on the palate with a distinct honeyed note. Crisp, smooth and quite airy for a “sweet” wine!
PERFECT WITH Scallop carpaccio, chicken curry, spicy Thai salads with loads of basil |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium white from Est! Est!! Est!! Di MontefiasconeIntense and persistent with dried fruits, almonds, hazelnuts, acacia and lilies of the valley. More dried apricot and almond on the palate with a weight that's balanced by just enough fresh acidity.
PERFECT WITH Almond croissant, Pho ga, green bean salad, hummus and carrots |
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YOU SAMPLED a Medium white from Il Sognatore CorteseExotic and aromatic of jasmine, white peach, stone fruits, and a touch of mint. In the mouth, the wine is bright with lemon-lime acidity and a palate refreshing finish.
PERFECT WITH Antipasto, salads, seafood dishes, gas station snacks |
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YOU SAMPLED an Al Fresco white from Estola VerdejoA tropical fruit basket of pineapple, ripe melon and a touch of banana. All these flavors translate to the palate but remain as refreshing as a fruity, dry white tea.
PERFECT WITH fish, crab, oysters, sushi |
A collection of wines from the birthplace of wine - Europe! Sample classic and modern reds and whites from the river banks of France to the foggy Piedmontese hills of Italy.