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I live in sunny (most days) Miami Beach, and work at a nearby advertising agency in downtown. I never need an excuse for good wine or an occasion to try something new. :) Drinking Buddies Welcome!

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1999 Campo Viejo Rioja Reserve
(2006-09-16 06:11:02 UTC) buddy icon 1999 Campo Viejo Rioja Reserve 82/100

Great with vacio (flank steak) or entraña (skirt steak). Don't forget the provoleta (yummy melted seasoned provolone cheese with spices)!

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2005 Chateau St. Michelle
(2006-09-16 06:03:35 UTC) buddy icon 2005 Chateau St. Michelle 82/100

This USED to be my favorite everyday wine until I started drinking pinot grigio, then this seemed a little sweet and sugary for me. I still love it with creme brulee though!

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NV Zefiro All'Ombra Del Prosecco
(2006-09-16 06:00:44 UTC) buddy icon NV Zefiro All'Ombra Del Prosecco 90/100

This was my first prosecco and it's definitely made me interested in trying others. A nice alternative for when champagne's just a little "much" for the occasion.

2004 Rodney Strong Pinot Noir
(2006-09-16 05:52:52 UTC) buddy icon 2004 Rodney Strong Pinot Noir 82/100

2002 Cadoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhone
(2006-09-16 05:51:50 UTC) buddy icon 2002 Cadoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhone 90/100

A friend of mine was kind enough to share this wine with me and I've really liked it every time I've had it. I love it with steak (or heck - on steak if you're not squeamish about using a nice bottle for marinade).

2002 Stags Leap Winery Merlot
(2006-09-16 05:48:26 UTC) buddy icon 2002 Stags Leap Winery Merlot 82/100

We had this at christmas time last year with roasted pork... was a good match.

2005 BV Coastal Estates 2005 Pinot Noir
(2006-09-16 05:44:24 UTC) buddy icon 2005 BV Coastal Estates 2005 Pinot Noir 82/100

A great bargain buy and an excellent introduction to pinot noirs.

2005 Cavit Pino Grigio
(2006-09-16 05:43:06 UTC) buddy icon 2005 Cavit Pino Grigio 75/100

A little TOO light for my tastes, but easy to find anywhere.

NV Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Yellow Label
(2006-09-16 05:40:55 UTC) buddy icon NV Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Yellow Label 90/100

This has been my go-to champagne for a while now. It's dry, yes, but that just lets you appreciate the crisp, delicate citrus finish. YUM!

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2004 Three Rings Shiraz
(2006-09-16 05:37:45 UTC) buddy icon 2004 Three Rings Shiraz 90/100

I love, love, love this Shiraz. I think it's one of the best examples out there of what a Shiraz should be. It's rich, complex and best of all - creative. It's got an unexpected fruitiness for a wine that's as rich as it is. Always surprising.

This has become my gift-giving wine for everyone. It's never disappointed me, or anyone else I've given it to.