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Bosquet des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2009, Rhone Valley, France $50.99

($43.34 with GOGO discount)

An outstanding wine from an outstanding vintage! This wonderful wine hails from one of the most prestigious growing regions in the world. A blend of 75% Grenache and the rest comprised of mostly Syrah and Mourvedre, this is open knit and fragrant with a bouquet of spicy peppery herbs, licorice, and black cherries. Opulent and sexy, this drinks beautifully now or over the next decade!

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Agostón Garnacha/Syrah 2009, Cariñena, Spain $10.99

($9.34 with GOGO discount)

A ridiculously drinkable bargain from Garnacha’s homeland! This exudes cherry and blackberry fruit and could easily stand up to spicy food or be sipped on its own. Easy-going and charming, this wine's extroverted personality makes it a superb crowd pleaser.

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Campos de Luz Garnacha 2010, Cariñena, Spain $7.99

($6.79 with GOGO discount)

This little Grenache from Spain is a great introduction to the varietal, made from old-vine Garnacha in Aragon, where the grape is said to have been born. Look for jammy raspberry fruit with a sassy, spicy finish.

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Commanderie de la Bargemone Rosé 2010, Provence, France $15.99

($13.29 with GOGO discount)

From one of the foremost estates in the Coteaux d’Aix in Provence in the south of France, this is one of the lightest, most delicate roses on our shelf. A blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, and Carignan, this is refreshing and focused with tones of underripe strawberry, lavender, and crisp minerality.