Hawes J.
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Lindemans Shiraz 2009
A really great plum flavor for a cheap wine - 3/5
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Blackstone Cabernet Sauvignon
Strong with lots of flavor, but a bit of a rotten end to it :(
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Archetype Shiraz 2006
Recommended
Beautiful plum undertone with a splash of vanilla in the aftertaste. Balanced nicely. -
Alamos Malbec
Not exciting alone, but good one paired with something of strong flavor.
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Poets Row 2008
Flavor not well accompanied by the acidity - though, a predictable quality for $7-
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La Finca Malbec 2010
Seems to have a good blackberry undercurrent and notably lasting sweet aftertaste. Not extremely impressed, but worth $4
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Vintjs Pinot Noir
A sweet start with a berry Jammy finish - great with bread
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Gascon Malbec 2009
Recommended
Wonderfully soft and fruity with a subtle, but terrific finish, which I'm guessing is black cherry -
Hamilton Stevens Pinot Noir 2009
Delicate, low acidity flavor. Not a powerful flavor, but still a delight
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Red Bicyclette Pinot Noir 2009
Very light start with a brilliant jammy finish - I believe this is one I will get again very soon!
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7 Deadly Zins Zinfandel
Pretty good for a cheapo I suppose
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Francis Coppola Rosso
Strong berry flavor, pretty acidic too. Great for a party, but forgettable.
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Provenance
Bitter, strong and musky - no berries I bet, but good if u like it hard
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Archeo Sicilia Nero D'avola
Jammy aftertaste with a horrifically acidic punch at the start - almost carbonated - not recommended!
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Il Valore Sangiovese
A yummy full-bodied red with some subtle berry flavor. Nothing exciting or risky, but not a disappointment either.
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Santa Barbara Chardonnay
Santa Barbara Landing (2009). Chardonnay $5 at Trader Joes. A tasty, but forgetful flavor.
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Monte Ducay Red Wine Reserva 2005
Monte Ducay (2005). Trader Joes $5. Excellent flavor - black berries maybe. Little aroma or acidity - maybe watered down
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Kono Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2009
Kono (2009). Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, New Zealand). Trader Joes $9. Wonderful aroma with exciting taste. No cork...
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Crane Lake Petite Syrah
Crane Lake (2008). Petite Syrah (Napa & Sonoma). Sweet and soft but really lacking - not well balanced with quick finish
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Bogle Chardonnay 2007
Bogle (2008). Chardonnay (Clarksburg, CA). Extremely delicate with a witty taste - recommended.
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Crane Lake Pinot Noir 2009
Crane Lake (2009). Pinot Noir (Napa & Sonoma). A soft, delicate and sweet taste with little aroma or aftertaste.