Lezíria Tinto and Branco – Tejo, Portugal

When it comes to wine, Portugal is a land steeped in tradition. This long and narrow country is quite small; however, its great diversity of both climate and landscape provides a wealth of terroir perfect for its many traditional grape varieties.

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Château Rochecolombe Rhône Valley, France

Château Rochecolombe 2018 Côtes du Rhône is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, all sourced from old vine parcels. Their 2018, once again, sports terrific richness and balance with complex notes of plum, cherry, tobacco leaf, and espresso, featuring a lovely beam of garrigue leading to an opulent, yet fresh and lifted palate.

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2017 Evaluna Cabernet del Garda DOC Lake Garda, Veneto, Italy

The real excitement starts when you get this in your glass. A quick swirl opens up layers of blueberry and dark cherry on the nose and leads to an insanely plush palate of dark red and blue fruit — we’re talking velvety smooth! I’m thoroughly charmed by the Amarone and Ripasso-like nuance of this wine — especially remarkable from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc!

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Domaine Amido Merlot IGP Lirac, France

I’m really glad that the family has continued to produce this gem of a Merlot. I’m sure they could rip out these vines and replant with a much more profitable selection of grapes. Perhaps it’s an homage to the late Christian Amido, or perhaps the family just loves this serious, yet quaffable Merlot as much as I do!

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