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may 2014 / the tasting panel / 73 IMPORTS 88 Fairview 2013 Chenin Blanc, Darling, South Africa ($14) Smooth and ripe with juicy apple and tangy citrus; minerally and bright, long and rich. VINEYARD BRANDS 90 Domaine Porto Carras 2012 Malagouzia, Côtes de Meliton, Greece ($17) A bright and fresh white Greek varietal with spice and tangy acidity; lively, juicy and vibrant; long and silky. OLD WORLD VINES CORPORATION 90 Wairau River 2012 Pinot Gris, Marlborough, New Zealand ($22) Smooth and juicy with peachy notes and lovely acid structure; slightly off-dry with lush flavors and a long finish. TERLATO WINES 90 Villa Wolf 2012 Riesling Trocken Forster Pechstein, Pfalz, Germany ($32) Bright and juicy with mineral notes and crisp citrus; smooth, lush and tangy with lovely balance and a long, fresh finish. LOOSEN BROS. USA 91 Wakefield Wines 2010 St. Andrews Cabernet Sauvignon, Clare Valley, Australia ($60) Silky and smooth with cassis, plum, mocha and spice; elegant and complex with finesse and juicy style; earth, cinnamon and a long, balanced finish. AMERICAN WINE DISTRIBUTORS 89 Castello di Gabbiano 2010 Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Italy ($22) Lush and smooth with ripe berries and spice; rich, generous and balanced; long and focused. 95% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot TREASURY WINE ESTATES VALUE AND BY-THE-GLASS RECOMMENDATIONS 89 Famille Perrin 2012 L'Oustalet, France ($10) A Rhône blend sans appellation due to the sourcing of grapes from various crus; spicy, earthy nose; smooth texture and bright blackberry and spice with savory earth notes; juicy, surprisingly complex for the price. Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Merlot. VINEYARD BRANDS may 2014 / the tasting panel / 73 TP0514_072-101.indd 73 4/24/14 10:59 PM