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March 2018 - Chile & South America

March 2018 - Chile & South America
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Casas del Toqui 2016 Barrel Series Carmenere
93 points
$17.99
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Casas del Toqui
2016 Barrel Series Carmenere
Dull garnet black color. Aromas and flavors of toasty blueberry handpie, grilled veggies, eucalyptus, and violet with a velvety, crisp, fruity medium body and a silky, amusing, medium-length finish that presents touches of grilled watermelon and grenadine with medium, silky tannins and no oak flavor. A silky Carmenère with a touch of sweetness; perfect for spicy fare.
93 points $17.99 Best Buy
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Chono 2015 Single Vineyard Carmenere
92 points
$12.99
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Chono
2015 Single Vineyard Carmenere
Medium burnt sienna color. Fresh, spicy aromas of blackberry cobbler, ripe purple plum, lavender, clove, and allspice with a round, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a warming, intricate, medium-long mesquite, grilled meats, roasted carrot, and anise finish with well-integrated, medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A fantastic expression of Carmenère; mysterious, elegant, poised.
92 points $12.99 Best Buy
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Casas del Toqui 2014 Gran Toqui Syrah
92 points
$24.99
Casas del Toqui
2014 Gran Toqui Syrah
Dark black violet color. Inviting aromas and flavors of charred meats, stewed strawberry, blistered tomatoes, iodine, grilled berries, cumin, oregano, and fiddlehead fern with a satiny, vibrant, fruity full body and a peppery, complex, long finish with notes of sandalwood, lingonberry, ganache, and black licorice with chewy tannins and moderate oak flavor. A seamless, endlessly appetizing, intellectual Syrah that is a perfect paring for Chimichurri.
92 points $24.99
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Casas del Toqui 2013 Leyenda Red Cachapoal Valley
91 points
$80
Casas del Toqui
2013 Leyenda Red Cachapoal Valley
Black garnet color. Aromas of pink peppercorn, sweet paprika, ripe blackberry, and toasty oak with a slightly chewy, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a peppery, engaging, medium-length pomegranate molasses and saffron finish with medium, chewy tannins and no oak flavor. A fresh, balanced and effortlessly drinkable red blend with a nice sense of place.
91 points $80
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Manos Andinas 2017 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
90 points
$14.99
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Manos Andinas
2017 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
Clear silvery straw color. Fruity, fresh aromas of gooseberry, ripe asian pear, sweet plantain, and elderflower with a satiny, vibrant, petillant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-long brook stone, aloe, and meyer lemon finish with fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A poignant and delicious Sauvignon Blanc; drink with great friends.
90 points $14.99 Best Buy
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Manos Andinas 2016 Reserva Pinot Noir
89 points
$14.99
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Manos Andinas
2016 Reserva Pinot Noir
Bright ruby color. Minty aromas and flavors of cherry lozenge, wintergreen, stable floor, and oolong tea with a slightly chewy, crisp, fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, medium-length finish with notes of leather and tobacco with medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A table-tuned Pinot Noir with a dose of grippy tannins.
89 points $14.99 Best Buy
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Casas del Toqui 2014 Gran Toqui Cabernet Sauvignon
89 points
$24.99
Casas del Toqui
2014 Gran Toqui Cabernet Sauvignon
Dark black garnet color. Mature aromas and flavors of sautéed mushrooms, blueberry, elderflower, incense, and dewy grass with a satiny, lively, dryish full body and a warming, intricate, long finish with overtones of smoked cassis and prosciutto with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A mature and elegant Cabernet with a vibrant, complex character.
89 points $24.99
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Casas del Toqui 2014 Codigo Red Blend Cachapoal Valley
89 points
$44.99
Casas del Toqui
2014 Codigo Red Blend Cachapoal Valley
Black garnet color. Fruity aromas of grilled berries, kirsch, and thai chile pepper with a satiny, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a tingling, subtle, medium-length nutella and toasted almonds finish with medium, well-integrated tannins and moderate oak flavor. A complex red blend perfect for steaks.
89 points $44.99
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Casas del Toqui 2017 Coastal Series Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
88 points
$11.99
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Casas del Toqui
2017 Coastal Series Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
Silvery straw color. Citrusy aromas of underripe gooseberry, lime cordial, white grapefruit, and fresh poblano with a satiny, lively, dryish light body and a warming, medium-length finish with fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A mouthwatering, super-crisp sauvignon blanc for the dinner table or patio.
88 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Casas del Toqui 2016 Barrel Series Pinot Noir
88 points
$17.99
Casas del Toqui
2016 Barrel Series Pinot Noir
Brilliant ruby garnet color. Toasty aromas of cranberry mostarda, smoky leather, cinnamon scone, india ink, and sautéed mushrooms with a satiny, vibrant, fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, delightful, medium-long dried cherry, juicy blackberry, raspberry leaf, and dried orange peel finish with well-integrated tannins and light oak flavor. A juicy and balanced pinot noir that will make an excellent dinner pairing.
88 points $17.99
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Viña San Esteban 2017 Reserve Chardonnay
87 points
$11
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Viña San Esteban
2017 Reserve Chardonnay
Bright golden straw color. Creamy aromas of soufflé, baked apples, vanilla, and nutmeg with a satiny, bright, medium body and a warming, breezy baked peach, lemon shortbread, and pepper finish with coating tannins and moderate oak flavor. A spicy and smooth chardonnay for easy pairings.
87 points $11 Best Buy
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Casas del Toqui 2017 Single Estate Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$11.99
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Casas del Toqui
2017 Single Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Clear white gold color. Aromas of yellow and green apples, fondant, and fresh cut grass with a supple, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light body and a smooth, brisk white grapefruit and lime finish with fruit tannins and no oak flavor. An easy-drinking Sauvignon Blanc for summertime refreshment.
87 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Casas del Toqui 2017 Single Estate Chardonnay
87 points
$11.99
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Casas del Toqui
2017 Single Estate Chardonnay
Pale straw color. Aromas and flavors of poached apple, lemon zest, and green pear with a soft, crisp, dryish light body and a graceful, quick finish with accents of straw with soft tannins and no oak flavor. A clean and crisp unoaked chardonnay.
87 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Casas del Toqui 2017 Single Estate Carmenere
87 points
$11.99
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Casas del Toqui
2017 Single Estate Carmenere
Dark violet color. Aromas of charred green pepper, boysenberry, and wood chips with a velvety, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a warming, appealing, medium-long pomegranate, root beer, roasted cashew, and cocoa nibs finish with woody tannins and moderate oak flavor. A full-bodied, spot-on Carmenère with a juicy appeal.
87 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Chono 2015 Single Vineyard Syrah
87 points
$12.99
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Chono
2015 Single Vineyard Syrah
Dark black ruby color. Earthy aromas of borscht, red raspberry, fresh dill, creme de violette, and black tea with a chewy, bright, dryish medium-to-full body and a smooth, compelling, medium-length golden beets, parsnip, fennel, and pomegranate aril finish with earthy, dusty tannins and moderate oak flavor. An distinctive and earthy syrah for creative pairings.
87 points $12.99 Best Buy
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Chono 2017 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$12.99
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Chono
2017 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
Pale silvery emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of nectarine, wisteria, and struck match with a satiny, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, brisk finish with accents of underripe mango, coriander, and jalapeño with soft, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A spicy, food-friendly wine for ceviche.
87 points $12.99 Best Buy
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Manos del Sur 2017 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
87 points
$14.99
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Manos del Sur
2017 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
Pale straw color. Fruity, tropical aromas of gooseberry, ripe kiwi, wheat grass, and fiddlehead fern with a silky, lively, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-length bright lemon flesh, sea salt, white and green peppercorns, and gardenia finish with fine, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A attractive Sauvignon Blanc that offers classic flavor and style.
87 points $14.99 Best Buy
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In Situ 2015 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
87 points
$16
In Situ
2015 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Dusty ruby color. Fruity aromas of cherry liqueur, cocoa powder, and pineapple relish with a silky, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, breezy cherry pie, latex, toasty oak, and cola finish with medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A juicy cab for effortless pairing.
87 points $16
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Casas del Toqui 2015 Terroir Selection Peumo Gran Reserva Carmenere
87 points
$21.99
Casas del Toqui
2015 Terroir Selection Peumo Gran Reserva Carmenere
Violet color. Savory aromas of smoked bell peppers, coriander, and black pepper with a satiny, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, breezy charcoal and black cherry finish with barky tannins and moderate oak flavor. A solid Carmenère for Latin fare.
87 points $21.99
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Casas del Toqui 2017 Single Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon
86 points
$11.99
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Casas del Toqui
2017 Single Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon
Bright violet color. Earthy aromas and flavors of stable floor, roasting mushrooms, green banana, autumn leaves, and ripe raspberry with a velvety, crisp, dryish light-to-medium body and a smooth, swift finish with dusty tannins and light oak flavor. A solid everyday wine for weeknight meals.
86 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Casas del Toqui 2016 Barrel Series Cabernet Sauvignon
86 points
$17.99
Casas del Toqui
2016 Barrel Series Cabernet Sauvignon
Dark ruby black color. Fruity aromas of ripe blackberry and caramelized carrots with a satiny, fruity medium body and a smooth, medium cracked peppercorn, raisin toast, and roasted almonds finish with medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A fruity, anytime cabernet.
86 points $17.99
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Viña San Esteban 2017 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
83 points
$11
Viña San Esteban
2017 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon
Ruby color. Smoky aromas of pork rinds and bologna with a satiny, crisp, moderately sweet medium body and a smooth, brisk ketchup and fruit punch finish with soft tannins. A funky off-dry quaffer for adventure seekers.
83 points $11
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90+ Cellars 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenere
83 points
$11.99
90+ Cellars
2016 Cabernet Sauvignon-Carmenere
Dark dusty ruby color. Earthy aromas of stewed tomatoes, cumin, potato skins, and black pepper with a supple, soft, dry-yet-fruity light body and an effortless, fleeting plum compote, sun tea, and chocolate candies finish with medium tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. A nice red quaffer.
83 points $11.99
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Manos del Sur 2016 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
81 points
$14.99
Manos del Sur
2016 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Opaque ruby black color. Vegetal aromas and flavors of stewed mustard greens, burning refuse, and overripe produce with a soft, light-to-medium body and a smooth, terse finish manifesting accents of blackberry and cherry with earthy tannins and light oak flavor. A wine for emergency sangria.
81 points $14.99
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Casas del Toqui 2017 Coastal Mist Selection Sauvignon Blanc
80 points
$21.99
Casas del Toqui
2017 Coastal Mist Selection Sauvignon Blanc
Clear silvery straw color. Vegetal aromas of marinated asparagus tips, shaved broccoli caesar salad, oyster shell, and pickled okra with a supple, bright, dry-yet-fruity light body and a rapid pink grapefruit supremes and parsley finish with fruit tannins and no oak flavor. An earthy and austere Sauvignon Blanc.
80 points $21.99
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