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Aromas and Flavors: Medium Alcohol

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Wine Name:

Crios Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape Variety:
Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage:
2013
Origin:
Argentina
Tasting Notes:
Balanced Tannins, Blackberry, Dried Fruit, Red Fruits, Dark Chocolate, Dried Spices, Full Bodied, Medium Acidity, Medium Alcohol
Food Pairing:
BBQ, Mexican, Stew, Beef, Burgers, Game Meat, Grilled Meat, Lamb, Pork, Roasted Meat, Smoked Meat, Steak, Veal, Cheese (Bold), Chicken, Grilled Vegetables, Margherita Pizza, Pasta Red Sauce
Enjoyment Factor:
Slightly chilled (60-65 degrees)
Price:
$$$$$
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Wine Name:

Kim Crawford Pinot Gris

Grape Variety:
Pinot Grigio/Gris
Vintage:
2016
Origin:
New Zealand, Marlborough
Tasting Notes:
Citrus Notes, Grapefruit, Kiwi, Lemon Zest, Lime, Melon, Pear, Tropical Fruit, Dried Spices, High Acid, Medium Alcohol, Medium Bodied
Food Pairing:
Asian, Fish, Calamari, Grilled Fish, Scallops, Shellfish, Shrimp, Sushi, Risotto, White Meat, Caprese Salad, Summer Salad, Cheese (Light), Soft Cheese, Chicken, Turkey
Enjoyment Factor:
Chilled to 45 degrees
Price:
$$$$$
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Wine Name:

Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva

Grape Variety:
Chianti, Sangiovese
Vintage:
2012
Origin:
Italy, Chianti Classico
Tasting Notes:
Savory Tannins, Balanced Acidity, Balanced Tannins, Bay Leaf, Rosemary, Thyme, Black Olives, Mushrooms, Blackberry, Cassis, Raspberry, Strawberry, Dried Cherry, Dried Spices, Medium Alcohol, Medium Bodied, Violets
Food Pairing:
Antipasto, Pasta, Pasta Red Sauce, Pizza, Risotto, Stew, Vegetables, Eggplant, Grilled Vegetables, Roasted Tomatoes, Roasted Vegetables, Beef, Grilled Meat, Lamb, Pork, Roasted Meat, Steak, Veal, Venison, Cheese (Bold), Hard Cheeses, Duck, Salmon
Enjoyment Factor:
Decant for 30 minutes
Price:
$$$$$
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Wine Name:

Sebastiani Chardonnay

Grape Variety:
Chardonnay
Vintage:
2014
Origin:
California, Sonoma County
Tasting Notes:
Vanilla, Almond, Roasted Hazelnuts, Apple, Citrus Notes, Green Apple, Lemon Zest, Stone Fruit, Balanced Acidity, Brioche, Buttery Croissant, Dill, Lemongrass, Dried Spices, Full Bodied, Medium Alcohol, Soft and Luscious, Subtle Oak
Food Pairing:
Fish, Calamari, Oysters, Salmon, Scallops, Seafood, Shellfish, Shrimp, Sushi, Poultry, Chicken, Duck, Turkey, Risotto, Salad, Pasta, Summer Salad, Zucchini Salad, White Meat, Cheese (Light), Fresh Cheeses, Hard Cheeses, Soft Cheese, Grilled Vegetables, Mushrooms, Roasted Vegetables, Margherita Pizza, White Pizza, Pasta White Sauce
Enjoyment Factor:
Lightly chilled (50-55 degrees)
Price:
$$$$$
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