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palate works with roasted white fish and mushrooms . ($ 65 )
( 92 ) Pardon et Fils Beaujolais Villages 2022 ( France ). Produced by the Pardon family who have been winegrowers in Beaujolais since 1820 . It is 100 % gamay , light bodied and authentic to the regional style . Red berries , rich red grape and cassis notes with a balanced , lightly tannic finish that lingers pleasantly . ($ 13.99 )
( 92 ) Domaine de Bellevue Signargues Cotes du Rhone 2021 ( France ). This won ’ t disappoint Rhône lovers . A great option for those searching for the classic notes of garrigue , herbs , plum and ripe red berries . The finish is soft and fresh but has a gently spice that balances
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this wine into something great for the price . Would pair well with lamb . ($ 16.99 )
( 92 ) Truffle Hunter Leda Barbera D ’ Asti DOCG 2021 ( Italy ). Produced by the Bosio family to honor their prized truffle hunting dog “ Leda .” Sourced grapes come from the famed Asti district in Piedmont with an average of 25-year-old vines . Medium-bodied , with zesty acidity . Dark rich color offers up deep plum , black cherry and strawberry notes . Fermented in stainless steel and then aged for 12 months ( six in barrel , six in bottle ). Perfect with a winter beef stew and a great value . ($ 14.99 )
( 91 ) Armani Pinot Grigio Corvara 2023 ( Italy ). A bit weightier than your average pinot
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grigio . Medium bodied with notes of lemon , crisp green apple , lime and a touch of melon . Pleasant and balanced finish . Great summer wine . ($ 16.99 )
( 91 ) O de Mer Muscadet 2021 ( France ). Highly aromatic nose of lemon , blossoms and tropical fruits . A very clean and crisp style wine made from 100 % melon de bourgogne . Refreshing with lively acidity on the palate . Food-pairing friendly for a dinner party for food-pairing friendliness or a casual Tuesday night with friends . ($ 12.99 )
( 91 ) Guy Mousset Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2022 ( France ). A blend of grenache blanc and clairette . The aromas are elegant but intense : honey blossom and other white flow-
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ers , apricot and peach . The rich and creamy notes on the palate would pair wonderfully with any spicy dishes . ($ 14.99 )
( 91 ) Zulal Vayots Dzor Areni 2018 ( Armenia ). There are many layers of flavor that you experience with every sip . Stone fruit , such as slightly underripe cherry , are layered with hints of plum . The dense flavors are all very controlled , releasing gently from the initial sip to the finish . ($ 25 )
( 90 ) Nobilis Vinho Verde ( Portugal ). Pale yellow gold color with aromas of citrus , orange and grapefruit rinds . With 9 % alcohol and just 84 calories , the palate is light and almost effervescent with a light lime zest finish . ($ 10.99 )
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