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The 14% alcohol Amador Estate Selection of Cabernet Sauvignon made by Odfjell scored 16 points on the 20 point Dionysian scale. It’s enjoyable. Well worth $20 to $25,…
The 1994 Monte Antico has 12.5% alcohol and peaked about five years ago. It scored a good 14 points on the 20-point Dionysian scale. It is all Sangiovese…
Scoring 17+ points with just 14% alcohol, this Domaine Jomain 2011 Puligny-Montrachet white Burgundy was the perfect Chardonnay for the cod dinner. When Chardonnay is not over-oaked, it…
At 13% alcohol, this Sauternes treasure scored 19+ on the Dionysian scale of a possible 20. The 1961 Chateau d’Yquem is considered one of France’s best wines. Thick,…
This 12% alcohol sparkling wine from Childress Vineyards Blanc de Blanc Brut called Victory Cuvee comes from Lexington, North Carolina. Made from Chardonnay, it scored 14+ on the…
What could make a rainy Monday basic meal of Pasta with Pesto turn into something very special? The 30 year old 13% alcholo 1985 Monsanto Riserva Chianti Classico. Monsanto…
The Hugel 2000 Gewurztraminer Vendange Tardive is 12% alcohol, scored 19 points on the 20-point Dionysian judging scale and had a Residual Sugar of 68 grams per litter….
This 12.5% alcohol Chardonnay scored 14+ points on the 20-point Dionysian scale used to judge wines, and it went very well with the halibut dinner. The wine was aged briefly…
With 13% alcohol, Bobal is a Spanish Grape that can be made like Beaujolais, but has more flavor and complexity than its French neighbor. Bodegas De Utiel makes…
Grabbing 16 points from the Dionysian 20-point scale, this Cadencia Grand Reserva Malbec from the Cacahapol Valley in Chile and made at the Butron Budinich Winery was a…