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Posted by Dezel Quillen February 13, 2017

Quick Sip: Bodega Catena Zapata 2014 Chardonnay and 2013 Malbec

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Dezel Quillen: Some people write poetry, I sip it. Engineer by the day based in NOVA who blogs and tweets about the appreciation & enjoyment of wine. I founded myvinespot.com in 2006 to share my experiences. I also enjoy photography and rocking out to 80s metal and other classic tunes. Thank you for visiting and please come back again soon.

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