Argentina
Zuccardi Serie A Torrontés 2017, Salta I.P., Argentina: The 2017 vintage of the Zuccardi Series A is a Torrontes from the Salta region in Argentina. The Torrontes white wine grape makes wines that are crisp, very aromatic and very easy to drink. It's kind of like the Gewurztraminer of Argentina. Some of the best versions of this wine come from the high altitude vineyards in northern Salta. Intensely lemon floral notes with some acidity. Medium bodied. Torrontés food pairings: Asian dishes, fresh seafood salad, seafood appetizers, smoked turkey sandwich. Drink: 2018 - 2021 389262 13.9% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 86/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Los Haroldos Estate Blend 2017, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied, 60% Malbec, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Petit Verdot red wine blend with ripe dark plum, black cherry, dark berry, cassis and cedar spice flavours juicy on the palate. Enjoy with grilled pepper steak. Food pairings: roast beef, game stew, grilled Porterhouse steaks. Drink: 2019 - 2021 512202 14.2% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Australia
Tahbilk Viognier 2018, Nagambie Lakes, Central Victoria, Victoria, Australia: I am loving this Viognier with ripe apricot, orange blossom, binned apple, ginger spice and lime zest flavours on the palate. Elegant, balanced and tasty from the Tahbilk family-run winery. Chill and enjoy on its own or pair with ginger-lime grilled chicken breasts. Viognier food pairings: grilled chicken breast with marmalade glaze, roast pork with apricot coulis, asparagus, onion and pear galette. Drink: 2019 - 2022 271387 13.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Robert Oatley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: A medium-plus-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Wilyabrup, Carbunup and Cowaramup districts in South-Western Australia. Rich with ripe dark plum, black fruit, lush on the palate. Enough heft and juicy acidity for an equally juicy grilled steak. Tannins are smooth. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled hamburgers, lamb Bolognese. Drink: 2019 - 2024 323741 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tahbilk Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Nagambie Lakes, Victoria, Australia: Wow, what an amazing Cabernet Sauvignon, lush and mouth-filling with black currant, black and blueberry, earthy florals and minty flavours layered on the palate. Finishing long and luxurious. Enjoy now with a grilled ribeye steak. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled burgers, barbecued steak. Drink: 2019 - 2030 138818 13.5% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Canada
Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Okanagan Reserve Cabernet Franc 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: A stunning BC Cabernet Franc made from grapes grown in the winery's Romar Vineyard. Wow. Just wow. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and berries. Savoury, juicy, nervy edge. Full-bodied and supple. Decant 1 hour and pair with more of this wine or grilled meats. Cabernet Franc food pairings: grilled bison and roasted vegetables. Drink: 2019 - 2026 14.4% D 750 mL $45.00 Score: 92/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hester Creek Estate Winery Golden Mile Bench Chardonnay 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: This full-bodied, luscious BC Chardonnay from Hester Creek. Winemaker, Rob Summers, originally worked in Niagara at Hillebrand Estates, Henry of Pelham, Cave Spring Cellars, and Peller Estates. Aromas of golden pear, apple, butterscotch and toffee. The vines are planted in the coveted Golden Mile Bench. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2019 - 2023 467258 13.6% XD 750 mL $20.00 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hester Creek Estate Winery Pinot Gris Viognier 2016, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely white blend from Hester Creek of Pinot Gris and Viognier. Aromas of white peach and daisies. The Pinot Gris grapes were grown in Hester Creek’s Oliver vineyards while the Viognier wine grapes are from Osoyoos vineyards. Pair with cream sauces and curries. Drink: 2018 - 2020 13.2% D 750 mL $16.99 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hester Creek Estate Winery Pinot Gris 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, lemon-fresh BC white wine from Hester Creek. This Pinot Gris medium-bodied with racy acidity for seafood. It was fermented in stainless steel tank and was aged briefly on its lees. Only 6,000 cases were produced. Drink: 2019 - 2021 13.2% D 750 mL $15.00 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: A lovely, juicy BC Sauvignon Blanc with melon and citrus aromas and flavours. Not grassy. Medium-bodied with racy acidity for seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2019 - 2021 13.1% D 750 mL $20.00 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hester Creek Estate Winery Terra Unica Semillon 2017, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, juicy BC white wine made from the Semillon grapes. Aromas of lime zest, white and green melon and lemongrass. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2019 - 2021 11.5% MD 750 mL $28.50 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Fool's Gold Riesling 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: A lovely BC Riesling with aromas of lime zest, lemon and chives. Racy acidity for shellfish. Medium-bodied and zesty. Drink: 2019 - 2023 11.5% MD 750 mL $20.00 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rust Wine Co. Gamay 2018, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Aromas of sweetly ripe raspberries and strawberries with spice. A vibrant, zesty BC Gamay. Medium-bodied and smooth with racy acidity for roast turkey. Drink: 2019 - 2021 13.6% D 750 mL $17.00 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hester Creek Estate Winery Garland 2016, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A blockbuster BC red wine blend of old vines Cabernet Franc and Merlot grapes planted in 1968. This is a limited edition wine. Aromas of cigar box, fleshy ripe black plums, blackberries, smoke and toasty oak. This baby needs cellar time. Then decant 1-2 hours and enjoy with a rare steak. Drink: 2019 - 2026 145362 14.8% D 750 mL $50.00 Score: 94/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosehall Run Small Lots Petit Verdot 2016, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, juicy, smooth Prince Edward County red wine made from Petit Verdot grapes. Aromas of ripe dark charry and mocha. Perfect for gourmet hamburgers. Petit Verdot food pairings: barbeque pork and beef, grilled vegetables. Drink: 2018 - 2022 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kacaba Vineyards Cabernet 2016, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Savoury and juicy with cedar brush and herbal notes on the nose of this rustic Niagara Cabernet. Mocha with toasty oak. A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of cassis and blackcurrant. Decant 1 hour and pair with a rare steak. Cabernet food pairings: venison meatballs and sauce, bobotie, wild game chili bites. Drink: 2019 - 2022 499384 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château des Charmes St. David's Bench Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2016, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A savoury, juicy Niagara Cabernet Franc with aromas of dark fruit, cedar brush and toasty oak. Pair with pork roast. Cabernet Franc food pairings: BBQ ribs or herb encrusted rack of lamb. Drink: 2018 - 2022 453415 13.5% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Featherstone Phoenix 2018, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A fragrant Niagara Gewurztraminer with rich pink florals, ripe white-fleshed stone-fruit and ginger spice aromas on the nose. Dry with rosewater, ginger spice and soft orange zest flavours mouth-coating on the palate. Finishing lush with mouth-watering acidity. Pair with mildly spiced curries, spicy chicken wings or grilled orange-ginger prawns. Food pairings: turkey or chicken breast, mild savoury cheese, mild curries. Drink: 2019 - 2021 519025 13.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hester Creek Estate Winery Block 16 Old Vines Trebbiano 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: A spectacular BC white wine made from Trebbiano grapes grown on 50-year-old vines. This Old Vines Block 16 is planted on the Golden Mile Bench. Aromas of honeysuckle, peach and pear. Lovely and medium-bodied. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2019 - 2021 54031 13.5% D 750 mL $19.00 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Intersection Estate Winery Milepost Merlot 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A terrific, juicy, savoury BC Merlot with aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and black plums. Supple, smooth and medium-bodied. Perfect with grilled pork chops. Merlot food pairings: Asian BBQ or baked yams with white pepper. Drink: 2019 - 2024 14.3% XD 750 mL $21.90 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lunessence Quartet 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, floral BC white wine blend of 60% Riesling, 37% Gwerztraminer, 2% Muscat and 1% Pinot Blanc grapes. Notes of daisies and baking spices. Medium-bodied with balanced acidity. Pair with mild and mediu curries and spicey dishes. Drink: 2019 - 2022 12% D 750 mL $20.00 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Casa-Dea Estates Winery Reserve Cabernet Franc 2015, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A deep ruby Cabernet Franc with ripe raspberry, earthy mushroom, sweet dried tobacco leaf and spicy flavours on the palate from Prince Edward County wine region. Finishes mouth-watering with great acidity for food. Enjoy with a wild mushroom risotto. Cabernet Franc food pairings: roast chicken, turkey tetrazzini, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2019 - 2022 381327 13% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lunessence Summerland Estate Vineyard Blanc de Noirs 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, vibrant BC rose made from a blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot. Aromas of small field strawberries. Pair with roast chicken. Blanc De Noirs food pairings: summer salad. Drink: 2018 - 2020 163215 12.5% D 750 mL $18.00 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lunessence Winery & Vineyard Pinot Blanc Oraniensteiner 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A pretty, floral BC white wine blend of Pinot Blanc and Oraniensteiner grapes. Medium-bodied. Pair with mild to medium curries and spices. Pinot Blanc Oraniensteiner food pairings: Thai green curry. Drink: 2018 - 2023 163210 12% MD 750 mL $18.00 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lunessence Winery & Vineyard Muscat 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A light-bodied, off-dry, floral BC Muscat. Notes of aromas of daisies, honeydew and apple blossom. Pair with Asian dishes. Muscat food pairings: Indian Masaman curry. Drink: 2018 - 2020 163202 10.5% MD 750 mL $14.00 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Closson Chase Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Prince Edward County wine region, Closson Chase, Closson Chase Vineyard 2016 is medium-bodied, vibrant and smooth Pinot Noir produced from one of the region's best producers. Racy acidity with fleshy, fresh cherry flavours. Closson Chase, which is one of the region's pioneering premium producers, is celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2018. Pinot Noir food pairings: planked salmon, braised veal chops in red wine, slow-cooked lamb shanks. Drink: 2019 - 2024 145888 12% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chile
Ravanal Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Colchagua Valley, Chile: A full-bodied Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon, deep violet in glass with rich blackberry, earth violets and pepper spice aromas on the nose. Dry with fresh blackberry, black currant, savoury herb flavours finishing spicy with toasty oak flavours on the palate. Good now, but will start showing its best in a couple of years. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled venison steak, slow-braised beef long ribs, roast pheasant. Drink: 2020 - 2024 542183 13.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Los Boldos Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Cachapoal Valley, Chile: A full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from vines 60-plus years for age. Fragrant with dark cherry, chocolate, minty, baking and cedar spice flavours on the palate Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hearty meat dishes, hard cheese, tourtière. Drink: 2019 - 2024 661 14.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 87/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hacienda Araucano Clos De Lolol 2015, Lolol Valley, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Produced by François Lurton, a full-bodied lush red blend with dark berry, dark chocolate, fresh herb and earthy flavours on the palate. Finishes long and luxurious. Good cellaring candidate for about three years. Enjoy with meaty dishes. Food pairings: hearty meat dish, chicken, braised lamb. Drink: 2021 - 2025 464362 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
France
Gérard Bertrand Cote des Roses White 2018, Pays D'oc, Midi I.G.P., France: A lovely, floral southern French white wine with a medium body and lovely racy acidity for seafood. The bottle is beautiful! Food pairings: seafood salad, chilled prawns with strawberry champagne dressing, seafood ceviche. Drink: 2019 - 2021 13584391 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Guillaume Aurèle Viognier 2018, Pays D'oc, South Of France I.G.P., France: Viognier done well is always a joy. This one from the Pays d'Oc is fragrant with ripe peach compote, orange blossom floral aromas, dry, full-bodied and lush with dried stone-fruit, orange blossom, honeyed ginger and soft citrus zest flavours on the palate. Juicy and mouth-watering. Pair with roast Cornish game hens. Viognier food pairings: grilled seafood, veal chops with apricot coulis, pork tenderloin with sautéed figs and apricots. Drink: 2019 - 2021 380741 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Les Vignerons du Castelas 2017, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A tasty, full-bodied Côtes Du Rhône white wine blend with bright citrus, fresh orchard fruit, and lemon zest flavours on the palate, finishes long with a clean mineral finish. Chill lightly and pair with a sautéed pork tenderloin. Food pairings: sautéed halibut, fish and chips, crab cakes. Drink: 2019 - 2021 142125 13.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine du Grapillon d'Or 2016, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France: Produced from hand-harvested Grenache and Syrah wine grapes from the Gigondas wine region. Fragrant with a blackberry and cracked pepper nose, dry, full-bodied, lush and layered on the palate with dark cherry, dried red berries, dried herbs and spicy flavours on the palate. Pair with a roast leg of lamb. Enjoy now and for the next 15 years. Food pairings: prime rib, hearty meat stews, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2019 - 2028 981787 14.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 94/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Delas Saint-Esprit Rosé 2018, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A bone-dry and refreshing rosé with wild strawberries, raspberry, pear and pomegranate flavours on the palate. Easy to understand. Chill and enjoy with creamy cheeses and charcuterie. Rosé food pairings: summer salads, grilled chicken breast, calamari, grilled white fish. Drink: 2019 - 2021 224964 13% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ott By Ott Rosé 2018, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: A savoury, bone-dry rosé produced by Domaine Ott is arguably one of the best producers of dry rosé not only in Provence but in the world. Produced with 60% Grenache with the balance in Cinsault, Syrah and Mourvèdre wine grapes. Look for bright berry, ripe stone-fruit and melon flavours on this flavoursome and elegant rosé. Rosé food pairings: strawberry spinach salad, roast turkey, veal scaloppini. Drink: 2019 - 2021 490896 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 94/100. September 2019. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Joseph Cattin Hatschbourg Gewurztraminer 2016, Alsace A.C., France: A Grand Cru Gewurztraminer from the Alsace wine region, medium-plus-bodied with yellow plum, ripe peach compote, honey and ginger spice flavours smooth and mouth-filling on the palate with a zesty lemon curd finish. Gewurztraminer food pairings: Asian and spicy dishes, pork tenderloin topped, lighter-flavoured sea-food dishes. Drink: 2019 - 2021 259770 13% M 750 mL $26.95 Score: 93/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château De Selle Domaines Ott Rosé 2018, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: Produced from Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Mourvèdre, look for ripe peach, melon, flinty and citrus zest flavours on the palate on this bone-dry rosé finishing long with clean mineral flavours. Nicely done. Chill and enjoy now. Rosé food pairings: egg dishes, fresh steamed freshwater shrimp stuffed avocado, spring salads. Drink: 2019 - 2020 74617 12.5% XD 750 mL $51.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Louis Roederer Nature Brut Champagne 2009, Champagne A.C., France: A superb Champagne from on the region's most respected producers. Toasty and chalky with a long dry finish. Champagne food pairings: smoked salmon and chive cream cheese on baguette, shrimp chips, seafood canapes. Drink: 2017 - 2021 440891 12% XD 750 mL $117.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Louis Roederer Brut Champagne 2012, Champagne A.C., France: This is an elegant, steely, citrusy champagne with a mineral core. Needs a little unwind time, but this is a beautifully crafted champagne. Give it a year or two in cellar. Champagne food pairings: grilled chicken sandwiches, fried chicken, shellfish hotpot. Drink: 2018 - 2022 981027 12% XD 750 mL $104.95 Score: 94/100. September 2019. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Timberlay Bordeaux Superieur Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Bordeaux A.O.C., France: The 2015 vintage in Bordeaux was outstanding, and it show in this full-bodied, elegant Bordeaux! This robust French red wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Toasty oak and fleshy black fruit. Decant 1 hour. Pair with a rare steak. This is a steal at this price. Drink: 2018 - 2022 30072 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.05 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Georgia
Teliani Valley 2017, Alazani Valley, Kakheti, Georgia: Saperavi is the most popular Georgian variety in making this medium-sweet red from the Alazani Valley. Fragrant with pink florals, fresh ripe red cherry and soft orange citrus aromas on the nose. Ripe with dark cherry, blueberry fruit and dried herb flavours on the palate with a lively citrus finish. Pair with roast duck. Food pairings: oriental duck salad, stir fried duck and lemon and orange zest, Mandarin duck salad. Drink: 2019 - 2024 143578 12% M 750 mL $16.95 Score: 85/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Germany
Villa Wolf Gewürztraminer 2017, Pfalz Qualitätswein, Germany: A very easy-going Gewurztraminer with lychee, rosewater and spicy aromas on the nose. Off-dry and refreshing with ripe apple, honeyed pear, lychee and pink rose petal flavours on the palate. Finishes softly spicy and long with zingy acidity for food. Pair with veal schnitzels and mild vegetable curries. Gewürztraminer food pairings: lighter-flavoured sea-food dishes, Asian dishes, pork tenderloin, curried rice, Panko-crusted chicken. Drink: 2019 - 2021 409706 11.5% M 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Italy
Zenato Pinot Grigio 2018, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: A dry and zesty Pinot Grigio with white grapefruit, lemongrass, rock melon and zesty lemon-lime citrus flavours on the palate. Pair with a grilled halibut steak or pan-fried trout. Pinot Grigio food pairings: Caprese salad, pasta with cream sauce, grilled chicken breast, frittata. Drink: 2019 - 2021 37648 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tommasi Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico 2016, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Tommasi family, this medium-plus-bodied, juicy Valpolicella Classico Superiore is produced from the Corvina, Rondinella and Molina. Look for dark cherry, dried red berry, chocolate and savoury spice flavours on the palate finishing with a juicy acidity for food. Pair with a meaty lasagne. Valpolicella Classico food pairings: hard cheeses, spaghetti Bolognese, veal piccatta. Drink: 2019 - 2020 23259 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Castello Vicchiomaggio Agostino Petri Riserva Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Produced by John Matta, a fragrant Chianti Classico with ripe plum and fresh cherry aromas on the nose. Dry, full-bodied with fleshy red fruit and dried herb flavours on the palate. Tannins are approachable. Chianti Classico food pairings: bucatini with sausage and peas, roast beef, cheesy pizza, stuffed roasted turkey. Drink: 2019 - 2023 993360 14% XD 750 mL $30.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pietranera Brunello Di Montalcino 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Love this mouth-watering Brunello, robust and powerful with dark cherry, dried sweet tobacco leaf and baking spice flavours, smoky on the palate. Lovely, complex and intense. Decant two hours prior to pairing it with grilled game meats. Also a good cellaring candidate for another three years. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: filet mignon, slow-roasted baron of beef, rib steak. Drink: 2019 - 2027 473116 14.5% XD 750 mL $80.95 Score: 93/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ruffino Modus 2014, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: The 2014 vintage of this rich, full-bodied Italian red wine is a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot grapes. The vines are planted primarily in the vineyards of Ruffino's estates of Poggio Casciano and Santedame, which is hilly clay rich in fossil fragments. The wine undergoes a malolactic fermentation and a post-fermentative maceration on the skins for 2 weeks to add richness and depth. It's then aged for 12 months in first, second and third use American and French 225 litre oak barrels. This Super Tuscan is worthy of your attention, from its ruby-violet gem glints in the glass to its finish as long as a Tuscan country road. It delivers an intense bouquet of black cherry, plum, graphite, dried tobacco leaves and dark spice. This robust red wine has remarkably polished tannins that yield to a supple, smooth texture. Incredible concentration and flavour at such a reasonable level of alcohol. Pair with truffle-inflected dishes and grilled meats. Food pairings: pork tenderloin, grilled chicken, autumn hodge-podge. Drink: 2016 - 2023 912956 13.5% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 93/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cantine Petrosino Saluq Mediterraneo Shiraz Nero d'Avola Terra 2015, Sicily, Italy: Sweet black cherry on the nose and palate of this full-bodied, smooth Sicilian red wine made form the Nero d'Avola grape. Pair with a grilled steak. Drink: 2018 - 2022 13.5% D 750 mL $20.00 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Farina Le Pezze Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2015, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Le Pezze 2015 is a robust Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico. Produced by Farina, the 50% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella, 10% Molinara, Oseleta and Turchetta red wine blend is made in the traditional Appassimento method of drying the wine grapes for four months in making Amarone. It is rich and layered with sour cherry, dark cherry liqueur, dried herbs, cocoa and vanilla flavours on the palate. Warming at 15% abv, pair with roast game meats and mature, hard cheeses. Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: pasta with a tomato sauce, roasted venison, beef daube, leg of lamb. Drink: 2019 - 2026 171587 15.5% D 750 mL $40.95 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Donnachiara Irpinia Aglianico 2015, Campania D.O.C., Italy: A full-bodied Aglianico Italian red wine, dark and robust with dark berry compote, meaty, earthy and savoury fresh herb flavours on the palate with mouth-watering acidity for food. Screams for a rich roast pork or roast beef. Enjoy now and for the next three years. Aglianico food pairings: vegetarian pizza, rich tomato sauce and pasta, meat lasagne. Drink: 2019 - 2022 262956 13% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Due Torri Ripasso Valpolicella 2016, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Produced by Cesari, this Ripasso Valpolicella Classico is fragrant with dried fruit, fig, cherry compote and sweet spice aromas on the nose. So, lush and smooth on the palate with dried fruit, earth florals and baking spice flavours on the palate. Enjoy with a grilled veal Porterhouse steak. Ripasso Valpolicella food pairings: eggplant parmigiana, meat-lover's pizza, vegetarian lasagne. Drink: 2019 - 2024 159400 13.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 86/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Il Molino Di Grace Chianti Classico 2014, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Look for tart cherry and earthy fresh mushrooms, ripe red plum and dried herb flavours on this juicy Chianti Classico. Enjoy now and for the next three years. Pair with a veal Parmesan. Chianti Classico food pairings: pasta with rich tomato sauce and wild mushrooms, vegetarian lasagne, chicken parmesan. Drink: 2019 - 2023 85209 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
New Zealand
Saint Clair Family Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Marlborough, New Zealand: Love this! crisp, juicy, mouth-watering New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of lemongrass, lime zest and gooseberry. Medium-bodied, no oak. Racy acidity for seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2019 - 2021 237255 13% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Portugal
Herdade Grande Gerações 2013, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Alentejo, Portugal: An intense Portuguese red blend with dark berry, cherry, savoury spice and herb flavours on the palate finishing with powdery tannins. Very approachable now. Enjoy with grilled game meats. Food pairings: grilled meats, tourtière, bison burgers, roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2019 - 2023 379883 13.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Periquita Reserva 2016, Vinho Regional Península De Setúbal, Portugal: Periquita Reserva 2016 is a dry and robust red wine made by José Maria da Fonseca and produced with Castelão, Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca red wine grapes from the Setubal wine region in Portugal. Look for rich dark cherry, blackberry, plum and vanilla flavours on the palate. Excellent on its own or pair with grilled pork chops. Food pairings: braised beef dishes, turkey, soft cheese, roasted pork, lamb. Drink: 2019 - 2024 488007 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Romania
Cotnari Feteasca Alba 2016, Cotnari, Moldavia D.O.C., Romania: Produced from the fragrant Feteasca Alba wine grape also used for sparkling wine production. This still white wine is a reminder of all things summer with its ripe yellow plum , honeyed stone-fruit and ripe yellow apple aromas and flavours on the palate. Chill and enjoy on its own. Feteasca Alba food pairings: stuffed pork tenderloin, poached whitefish, grilled chicken. Drink: 2019 - 2021 12088 12% M 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
South Africa
Waterkloof Circle of Life Red 2015, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: A lovely, full-bodied, smooth South African red wine blend of 73% Syrah, 16% Merlot and 11% Petit Verdot grapes. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plum and smoke. Perfect for roast beef or grilled chicken. Food pairings: grilled game sausages, pork chops, tri-tip roast beef. Drink: 2019 - 2024 698175 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Spain
Villacreces Pruno 2016, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: From the Ribera Del Duero wine region. Villacreces Pruno 2016 is a robust red wine blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyard where the Tempranillo wine grapes are grown is next to the legendary Vega Sicilia. Layers of ripe red berries, earthy florals, underbrush, savoury spice flavours wrapped up in smoke. Pair with grilled lamb chops. Food pairings: roast beef, roast veal, hamburgers, venison stew. Drink: 2018 - 2021 312140 14% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Marqués de Cáceres Reserva 2014, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A medium-plus-bodied Spanish red with ripe dark plum, black cherry, anise, savoury herb and toasty oak flavours smooth on the palate. Tannins are soft and rounded. Well-balanced, fresh and so easy to enjoy now. Food pairings: Greek marinated lamb ribs on the grill, rack of lamb, mushroom risotto. Drink: 2019 - 2024 702761 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Montecillo Reserva Tempranillo 2012, Rioja Doc, Spain: Love this mature Rioja from Montecillo! Aromas of dried tobacco leaves, leather and dark fruit on the nose of this mature Spanish red wine from the heart of Rioja. Founded in 1874, this winery ages its wines in oak for a minimum of three years with at least 18 months in French oak barrels. Full-bodied with a long finish. Pair with grilled meats. Tempranillo food pairings: grilled steak, duck, Mexican dishes, eggplant parmigiana, green peppers. Drink: 2018 - 2023 621003 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.35 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Carro Señorío De Barahonda 2017, Yecla D.O., Spain: A dry, full-bodied fruity red blend of Monastrell, Syrah, Tempranillo and Merlot with dark plum, cherry, savoury herb and earthy flavours on the palate. Easy to enjoy now with grilled chops. Food pairings: veal chops in red wine sauce, grilled veal chops, sautéed pork tenderloin with wild mushrooms. Drink: 2019 - 2020 574426 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
United States
Day Owl O'Neill Vintners & Distillers Barbera Rose 2018, California, United States: A lovely, juicy Californian rose made from the Barbera grape. Aromas of watermelon and field strawberries. Medium-bodied with racy acidity for seafood and field greens. Barbera Rose food pairings: BBQ chicken, watermelon salad, Thai dishes, fish tacos. Drink: 2019 - 2019 12.8% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Line 39 O'Neill Vintners & Distillers Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California, United States: An incredibly tasty wine for the money! Full-bodied, smooth and supple. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and blackberries. Mocha, vanilla spice and coffee on the finish. Pair with roast beef. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roasted and grilled meats. Drink: 2019 - 2023 13.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Robert Hall O'Neill Vintners & Distillers Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Paso Robles, California, United States: A full-bodied, richly concentrated Californian Cabernet from the Paso Robles region. Aromas of dark berries, spice, mocha and espresso. This wine was aged for 18 months in oak barrels. Enjoy with grilled meats. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled meats, braised beef, BBQ lamb. Drink: 2019 - 2023 14.5% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Austerity O'Neill Vintners & Distillers Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Paso Robles, California, United States: A supple, full-bodied, generous Californian Cabernet from the Paso Robles region. Fleshy ripe blackberries and plums wrapped in a tasty blanket of mocha and coffee notes. Pair with a grilled steak. Nothing austere here, except perhaps the price for the value of this wine. Yum! Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled meats, hearty root vegetables, bold pasta dishes. Drink: 2019 - 2023 348101 13.5% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Leese-Fitch Zinfandel 2016, California, United States: A full-bodied Zinfandel with splash of Petit Sirah, Barbera and Merlot added to the rich, juicy blend. Smooth and lush with ripe berry compote, black cherry, mocha, spicy, smoky vanilla flavours on the palate. Pair with barbeque pork ribs. Zinfandel food pairings: gourmet burgers, cherry and cranberry stuffed pork roast, barbequed pork ribs. Drink: 2019 - 2022 508184 15% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 86/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County, California, United States: An elegant, rich and juicy single-vineyard Pinot Noir produced by Joseph J. Wagner with ripe raspberry, strawberry, cake spice and mocha flavours smooth on the palate. Tannins are soft and velvety too. So easy to enjoy -- even on its own, or pair with lamb lollipops. Pinot Noir food pairings: salmon steaks, pork, spaghetti Bolognese, veal, roast beef. Drink: 2019 - 2027 652883 14.6% M 750 mL $59.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Fess Parker Pinot Noir 2016, Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California, United States: A luscious Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir with concentrated dried red berry, herb and earthy flavours on the palate. Enjoy now and for the next three years. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled steak, roast chicken, grilled lamb chops. Drink: 2019 - 2022 660597 14.2% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 92/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
McManis Viognier 2017, River Junction, California, United States: Great value on this aromatic Viognier with a white floral, ripe peach and ginger spice nose. Produced by the McManis family, this is a dry, medium-plus-bodied Viognier with honeyed peach, orange blossom, vanilla and ginger spice smooth and creamy on the palate. Pair with a pork Wellington. Viognier food pairings: seared scallops, blackened tuna steaks, roast chicken. Drink: 2019 - 2023 658112 13.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
14 Hands Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Seductive aromas of espresso, mocha and dark fruit. The wine is aged in American oak barrels for 14 months and that that provide a rich/sweet frame and carry the tannins to an excellent place of balance. Supple and smooth. The horses on the label are a tribute to the wild horses that once roamed the Hose Heaven Hills wine region. They were approximately 14 hands tall: small but sturdy and strong, known for their unbridled strength and freedom. Pair with a grilled meats. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast lamb, turkey, braised-beef ribs. Drink: 2018 - 2022 70573 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Frei Brothers Winery Zinfandel 2016, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Love this juicy, medium-plus-bodied Zinfandel produced by the Frei Brothers Winery. Dry, with dark cherry, crushed raspberry and wild herb flavours finishing long and spicy. Enjoy now with gourmet bison burgers. Zinfandel food pairings: pizza, pulled pork served with crackling pigskin. Drink: 2019 - 2022 281758 14.5% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stags' Leap Winery Chardonnay 2017, Napa Valley, California, United States: Produced by winemaker, Christophe Paubert, an aromatic Californian Chardonnay with fresh, ripe stone-fruit, orange blossom florals, honeyed almond, vanilla and buttery flavours on the palate finishing with vibrant acidity for roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: veal masala, veal and ham casserole, veal breast with herb stuffing. Drink: 2019 - 2023 655381 14.3% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 92/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Belle Glos Oeil De Perdrix Pinot Noir Blanc Rosé 2018, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States: A pretty, summer rosé with bright berry fruit, soft orange citrus zest and light dried herb flavours on the palate. A light weight with bright flavours and brilliant acidity. Pair with grilled seafood dishes. Pinot Noir Blanc Rosé food pairings: linguine vongole, turkey sandwiches, planked salmon. Drink: 2019 - 2021 343020 13.1% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Freemark Abbey Merlot 2014, Napa Valley, California, United States: Fleshy yet subtle, full-bodied yet balanced Californian red wine. Loaded with ripe black plum notes on the nose. Lots of layers of pleasure. This wine is made mostly from Merlot grapes with some Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah. Specifically, there's 81% Merlot, along with 11% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Petit Verdot in the blend sources from vineyards such as Stage Coach, Keyes, Red Barn Ranch and Bosche. Long, satisfying pleasant finish. Decant for an hour for maximum pleasure. This reputable California producer is no slouch when it comes to balanced and delicious Merlot. Lots of dark fruit and toasty oak. Pair with grilled pork chops. Merlot food pairings: beef, cheese, poultry, pork quesadillas. Drink: 2017 - 2022 1602 14.4% XD 750 mL $45.25 Score: 93/100. September 2019. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
A to Z Pinot Gris 2017, Oregon, United States: A To Z 2017 is a dry, crisp and weighty Pinot Gris from Oregon with crisp apple, pear, melon flavours. Great acidity to pair with pan-fried trout. Easy to enjoy now. Pinot Gris food pairings: pan-seared buttered scallops, grilled tiger shrimp, chicken skewers with lime citrus sauce. Drink: 2018 - 2020 258145 13.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 88/100. September 2019. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ironstone Merlot 2017, Lodi, California, United States: From Ironstone Vineyards an intense, complex, full-on, full-bodied Merlot with plushy plummy fruit and dark chocolate finish. Always a favourite at a barbeque. Merlot food pairings: grilled ribs, burgers, cheese, poultry, lamb, grilled sausages. Drink: 2019 - 2024 704353 14% XD 750 mL $18.25 Score: 91/100. September 2019. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Joel Gott Wines Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Napa Valley, California, United States: A juicy, mouth-watering, fresh Californian Sauvignon Blanc. Dry with racy acidity for seafood and shellfish. Aromas of chives, lemongrass and smoke. Medium-bodied. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: tuna burgers, fish tacos, green salads topped with grilled shrimp. Drink: 2019 - 2021 191593 13.9% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2019. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart