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Clean Slate Riesling , Mosel, Germany
Lime blossom and floral notes. Very pretty and light-bodied. Pair with: Asian dishes, spicy foods, sushi, fish, poultry, pork and Skittles. Drink: 2012-2015. 286237 $ 12.95 Score: 88/100
Also try the dry rosé above.
Cracker Jacks
Penfolds Konnunga Hill Chardonnay , South Australia, Australia
Generous oak and toast on the nose followed by pear and pear aromas. Full-bodied and wonderfully affordable. Pair with roast …
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