Red Wine

La Mascota Malbec 2020, Mendoza, Argentina: La Mascota 2020 Malbec is produced from sustainably-grown grapes and is a great value Argentinean Malbec at $17. Love the texture and layers of juicy, ripe plum, blackberry, black cherry, dark chocolate, roasted herbs, smoky vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours on this fresh, smooth and medium-plus-bodied Malbec. Finishes with a mouthful of dark berry fruit and on a citrus note. Drink or hold. Malbec food pairings: pepper-crusted steak, wild mushrooms, steak fajitas, meat fondue, bittersweet chocolate. Drink: 2023 - 2025 555805 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Decoy Merlot 2019, Sonoma County, California, United States: Decoy 2019 Merlot has a splash or two of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc added to the mix. Floral and spicy on the nose, the wine is dry, full-bodied, lushly layered and vibrant with dark plum, black cherry, raspberry, vanilla and toasty oak spice. Pour with a roast pork. Drink or hold. Merlot food pairings: borsch (beet soup), quesadillas, Tandoori-flavored dishes, lentil dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2025 460642 13.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mission Hill Family Estate Reserve Meritage 2020, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Mission Hill Family Estate Reserve 2020 Meritage is a full-bodied, sultry smooth and elegant blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot sourced from vineyards on the Black Sage Bench and Osoyoos. Rich with aromas of ripe blackberry, black currant, dark cherry, fig, smoky spices concentrated on the palate. Delish now but decant it for an hour or two prior to pouring it with a premium cut beef entrecôte. Meritage food pairings: grilled red meat, roast pork, hard cheeses. Drink: 2023 - 2028 633628 15.1% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stratus Wildass Red 2018, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Wildass Red can be a combination of several grapes including Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah and Tannat, but the benchmark of the blend is a consistently fruit-forward, bright and savoury red wine with ripe tannins and a vibrant finish. Look for bright red cherry, plum, raspberry, savoury herb and soft spicy flavours on this vintage. Wildass Red food pairings: rib eye steak on the barbeque, gourmet burgers, pork ribs on the barbie.. Drink: 2022 - 2024 86363 13.4% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 87/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bachelder Les Villages Gamay Noir 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara-on-the-Lake wine region in Ontario, Bachelder Les Villages 2020 is produced from 100% Gamay Noir sourced from a single-vineyard. Juicy and elegant with pink rose petals, dark cherry, crushed raspberry, pepper spice flavours and flinty mineral notes wrapped up in a whiff of smoke. Tannins are silky. Drink or hold. Gamay Noir food pairings: duck confit, pepper steak, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2022 - 2024 17239 12.5% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cantina Zaccagnini Tralcetto Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2020, Abruzzo D.O.C., Italy: Zaccagnini Tralcetto 2020 Montepulciano D'abruzzo is great value at $17. Wine grower Marcello Zaccagnini founded this winery in 1978. Although now on the international wine stage, each bottle is still wrapped with a dried vine cutting from the vineyards. Produced from 100% Montepulciano, deep and rich with dark plum, cherry, mocha, savoury herbs, spicy and smoky on the palate. Soul flavourful. Food pairings: Mexican mole, grilled sirloin steak, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2027 396382 12.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Le Serre Nuove Dell'ornellaia 2020, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Le Serre Nuove Dell'ornellaia 2020 is the second wine of Ornellaia, a generous and juicy red wine blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Rich with dark plum, dark berry, ripe raspberry, earthy and smoky flavours full on the palate. Excellent now or cellar to 2030. Food pairings: lamb tagine, roast rack of lamb, beef long ribs on the barbie. Drink: 2022 - 2031 606194 14% D 750 mL $74.95 Score: 94/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cave Spring Estate Grown Cabernet Franc 2020, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment wine region, Cave Spring 2020 Cabernet Franc is amazing value at $20. Dry, full-bodied and fresh with crushed raspberry, savoury herbs, pepper spice, smoky and flinty on the palate. Pour with turkey dinner. Drink or hold. Cabernet Franc food pairings: pasta with Bolognese sauce, mushroom risotto, coq au vin, roasted guinea hen or game birds, steak tartar, hearty beef stews. Drink: 2023 - 2027 523001 13.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Barón de Ley Gran Reserva 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Barón de Ley Gran Reserva 2015 is a dry, full-bodied and savoury Tempranillo from the Rioja wine region. Rich and powerful, look for pink rose petals, dark cherry, blueberry, plum, dried sweet tobacco, anise and mocha flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are rich and velvety. Pour with a roast pork and all the trimmings. Drink or hold to 2030. Food pairings: roast leg of lamb, roast beef, venison steak and sautéed wild mushrooms. Drink: 2023 - 2032 642496 13.5% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Palacios Remondo La Vendimia 2021, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Palacios Remondo La Vendimia 2021 is a great value, juicy, rounded and medium-bodied Rioja red blend at $19. Produced from organically grown Tempranillo and Grenache grapes sourced from the Falda del monte Yerga Vineyard in La Rioja Baja wine region, it is fragrant with pink florals, crushed raspberry, tart cherry, blueberry, blackberry, dried fine herbs and cake baking spices smooth and rounded on the palate. Tannins are velvety and easy going. Very approachable now. Food pairings: leg of lamb, cheese, venison stew, hearty lasagne. Drink: 2023 - 2024 674564 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Montes Alpha Syrah 2020, Colchagua Valley, Chile: From the Colchagua Valley, Montes Alpha 2020 Syrah is a creamy, smooth, medium-plus-bodied Syrah and exceptional value at $21. Savoury with ripe blackberry, deli meats, dried wild herbs, spicy on the palate with a lingering cocoa powder and textured finish. Tannins are creamy. Drink or hold, but so good now. Syrah food pairings: beef, game, BBQ sauced spareribs, hamburgers. Drink: 2023 - 2027 612 14.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 92/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Cabernet Franc 2021, Mendoza, Argentina: Fabre Montmayou Reserva 2021 Cabernet Franc is produced from 100% Cab Franc. Deep, dark and broody with layers of crushed black raspberry, flinty, earthy and pepper spice flavours. Tannins are supple. Very nice for the price. Cabernet Franc food pairings: veal chops, roast quail, vegetarian pizza. Drink: 2023 - 2028 492736 14.4% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva Carmenère 2020, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva 2020 is a rich, silky and spicy, vegan-friendly Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon red wine blend produced from organically-grown grapes sourced from the Colchagua Valley. Typical of its terroir, the wine is showing fine herbs, black currant and tomato leaf flavours with a long and spicy finish, Tannins are velvety. Carmenère food pairings: gourmet burgers from the grill, grilled game sausages, meat and rice stuffed bell peppers. Drink: 2023 - 2025 30996 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.00 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Potensac 2018, Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: From the Médoc wine region, Château Potensac 2018 is a fragrant, supple, full-bodied Bordeaux red blend of 45% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. Rich on the nose with cassis, blueberry, dried wild herbs and smoky vanilla flavours lush on the palate, balanced with brilliant acidity. Tannins are structured and firm. Food pairings: roast beef, pork tenderloin, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2023 - 2028 31321 14.5% XD 750 mL $75.95 Score: 93/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Los Haroldos Malbec 2019, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Los Haroldos Reserva 2019 Malbec is excellent value at $18. Fragrant with earthy florals, blueberry, mulberry, dark cherry, spicy and smoky aromas and flavours balanced with food-friendly acidity. Tannins are pleasantly grippy. Feed this medium-plus-bodied red a well-marbled steak from the grill. The Malbec grapes for this vintage were sourced from a variety of vineyards in the Uco Valley and 90% of the wine was aged in second-use barrels with the balance in stainless-steel tanks. Malbec food pairings: grilled steak, sautéed pork chops in mushroom sauce, lamb kebabs.. Drink: 2023 - 2028 646612 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Cosmic Egg Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From Columbia Valley, Washington wine region, The Cosmic Egg 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is rich on the nose and silky on the palate with dark cherry, red berry, crushed raspberry, dark chocolate and earthy spicy flavours. The Cosmic Egg refers to the suggestion that the universe was hatched from a giant primordial egg. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: prime rib roast, grilled strip loin steak, roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2023 - 2028 20492 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Maison Noble Saint Martin 2019, Bordeaux A.C., France: Château Maison Noble Saint Martin 2019 is a Bordeaux Supérieur red wine blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Cabernet Franc. An excellent value Bordeaux at $17, look for black currant, blackberry, dark chocolate, and smoky spicy flavours fresh on the palate. Enjoy with steaks from the grill. Food pairings: sirloin steak, grilled pork tenderloin, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2023 - 2025 24495 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pittacum Val de la Osa Mencia 2017, Bierzo D.O., Spain: From the Bierzo wine region, Pittacum Val De La Osa 2017 Mencia is fresh with ripe blueberry, cassis, pink florals and earthy stoney notes vibrant and creamy on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained. Mencia food pairings: pork tenderloin, veal cutlets, chicken tacos. Drink: 2023 - 2026 31200 14.5% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Isole e Olena 2019, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Isole e Olena Cepparello 2019 is produced from 100% Sangiovese. Needs some time in cellar and is just starting to reveal its expressive self with ripe cherry, cedar brush and dark spices, savoury on the palate with hints of blood orange zest. Try in 2027 or cellar to 2040. Food pairings: meaty lasagnes, meat-lover's pizza, Bistecca Florentine. Drink: 2027 - 2042 12818 13.5% XD 750 mL $159.95 Score: 97/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

La Posta Fazzio Malbec 2020, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina: La Posta Fazzio 2020 Malbec is excellent value at $20. Grapes are sustainably grown and are sourced from the Tupungato, Mendoza wine region. Vines were planted over 15 years ago in Tupungato, at 1150 metres above sea level. Although from a warm vintage, the wine is quite fresh on the nose and palate, generous with dark berry, plum and sweet baking spice flavours toasty on the palate. A portion of the wine was aged in oak barrel for up to 10 months. Enjoy with a mixed grill. Malbec food pairings: bison burgers, tourtiere, roast chicken. Drink: 2023 - 2026 444687 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Alceño Twelve 12 Meses Monastrell 2019, Jumilla, Spain: Alceño Twelve 12 Meses 2019 Monastrell is an excellent value Jumilla at $17. Produced from 100% Monastrell, the wine is dry and full-bodied with dark plum, blueberry, cocoa, anise, cedar brush and cracked pepper spice flavours bright on the palate. Tannins are textured and chalky. Monastrell food pairings: veal, pizza, rare beef steak, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2026 398925 14% XD 750 mL $17.00 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Heartland Stickleback 2021, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: Produced by winemaker, Ben Glaetzer, Heartland Stickleback 2021 is a bright, entry level red blend of Cabernet, Shiraz and a touch of Dolcetto sourced from the Langhorne Creek wine region in South Australia. Excellent value at $20, look for ripe dark fruits, blueberry, plum, cracked pepper and oak spice flavours, savoury, smoky and juicy on the palate. One for the BBQ. Food pairings: steak, cheeseburgers, roast boar, game burgers. Drink: 2023 - 2029 116574 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bollina Josuè 2019, Sicily I.G.P., Italy: Bollina Josuè 2019 is a rich red wine blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot grapes sourced from the Sicily wine region. Dry, full-bodied and intense on the palate with dark plum, blackberry, blueberry, spicy, smoky flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are ripe and rich. Enjoy with lamb chops from the grill. Food pairings: meaty stews, slow-braised beef ribs, roasted root vegetables. Drink: 2023 - 2028 17636 14.5% M 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Carpineto Farnito Camponibbio 2015, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Farnito Camponibbio 2015 is a full-bodied and powerful Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot red wine blend from the Tuscany wine region. Robust and juicy with black currant, blackberry, earthy florals, loamy, smoky flavours and powerful tannins. Needs a bit of time in cellar. Drink or cellar to 2036. Food pairings: meatballs and spaghetti, veal medallions in rich red wine sauce, slow-braised beef blade roast, meat-lover's pizza. Drink: 2023 - 2038 28468 13.5% D 750 mL $37.95 Score: 94/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Santa Margherita Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Santa Margherita 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a robust and concentrated red wine with black currant, dark cherry, earthy, savoury and fir flavours vibrant on the palate. Grapes were sourced from deep clay soils with a high fossil content. Tannins are structured and firm. Enjoy this Veneto red with charcuterie. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hard cheeses, beef brisket, roast pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2027 13620 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fiuza Eminente 2020, Tejo, Portugal: From the Tejo wine region, Fiuza Eminente Reserva 2020 is excellent value at $17. Produced from Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon and juicy with ripe dark berry, black currant, dark cherry, smoky spices, full-bodied and fleshy on the palate. Tannins are pleasantly grippy. A rich wine to drink now or cellar for up to three years. Food pairings: pork roast, lentil stew with chorizo sausage, veal cutlets. Drink: 2023 - 2026 646042 13.3% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tawse Grower's Blend Gamay 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, Tawse 2020 Gamay is produced from grapes sourced from two select vineyards. From a spectacular vintage, the wine is bright and well-defined with bright red berry, cherry, earthy, pepper spice and minerally flavours clean, fresh and generous on the palate. Nicely done! Gamay food pairings: pepper steak, grilled chicken dishes, sirloin burgers from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2029 32824 12% D 750 mL $23.15 Score: 88/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Farmer's Leap Shiraz 2017, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: Farmer's Leap 2017 Shiraz is a mouthful of dark cherry, berry, plum, cedar brush spice and cocoa flavours fresh and velvety on the palate. Excellent value on this juicy, medium-plus-bodied Padthaway, South Australia Shiraz at $19. Tannins are velvety. Drinking beautifully now. Shiraz food pairings: roast leg of lamb, gourmet burgers, prime rib steak from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2027 30521 14.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Des Sénéchaux Châteauneuf-Du-Pape 2019, Rhône A.C., France: Domaine Des Sénéchaux 2019 Châteauneuf-Du-Pape is produced from Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre sourced from the Rhône wine region. Deep, dark and seductive with a core of dark berry fruit, black currant, fig, dried tobacco leaf, anise and cracked pepper spice juicy on the palate. Good now, better in 2024 or cellar to 2035. Châteauneuf-Du-Pape food pairings: roast leg of lamb, gourmet burgers, prime rib steak from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2026 677922 14% D 750 mL $63.95 Score: 94/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ancient Peaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Santa Margarita Ranch, Paso Robles, California, United States: From Santa Margarita Ranch, Paso Robles, California, Ancient Peaks 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a single vineyard, medium-plus-bodied Cab produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Margarita vineyard, the southernmost vineyard in the Paso Robles wine region. The vineyard is not far from the Pacific Ocean lending its cooling breezes to it; soils are made of ancient sea bed dotted with petrified oyster shells, fossils, alluvium and shale. Look for a wine rich in mineral, ripe red berry, cherry, fig, bay leaf and toasty oak spice flavours, beautifully balanced on the palate. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: slow-braised beef brisket, pork roast, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2023 - 2028 570564 12.9% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Barone Ricasoli Brolio Bettino Chianti Classico 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Barone Ricasoli Brolio Bettino 2018 Chianti Classico is a juicy, bright Chianti with ripe dark fruits, bright red berry, ripe cherry, cola, bark and minty flavours rich, vibrant and long on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and rich. Chianti Classico food pairings: spaghetti and meatballs, Bistecca Florentine, veal chops, roast chicken.. Drink: 2023 - 2029 630939 13.4% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Brigaldara Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2017, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Brigaldara 2017 Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico is a vibrant, plushy and full-bodied red wine blend of 45% Corvinone, 45% Corvina and 10% Rondinella. Villa Brigaldara dates back to the 15th century, currently owned by the Cesari family. This is a gorgeous Amarone fragrant with ripe dark cherry, red currant, rosemary, sage, dark chocolate, subtle spices and smoky vanilla flavours long and lush on the palate. So good now. Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: meat filled pasta with rich tomato sauce, onion tarte, meaty stews. Drink: 2023 - 2028 300012 16.5% D 750 mL $78.95 Score: 96/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Terre Da Vino Essenze Barolo 2017, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Terre Da Vino Essenze 2017 Barolo is a full-bodied 100% Nebbiolo from the Piedmont wine region. Look for ripe dark plum, cherry, nutty, meaty and spicy flavours juicy on the palate with powerful tannins. Try in 2024 with a well-marbled Tomahawk steak from the grill. Barolo food pairings: grilled game sausages, roast quail, bison burgers, venison ragu. Drink: 2024 - 2030 92460 14% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 93/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Giacomo Mori Chianti 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Giacomo Mori 2018 is a delish Tuscan Chianti Classico, medium-bodied and vibrant with sweet ripe cherry, fine herbs, white pepper, minty and orange zest flavours super smooth on the palate. So moreish. Drink or hold. Chianti food pairings: meat pizza, meat-filled pasta with rich tomato sauce, vegetarian lasagne. Drink: 2023 - 2030 68858 13% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marqués de Cáceres Excellens Cuvée Especial Coleccion Privada Crianza 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Marqués de Cáceres Excellens Crianza 2018 is excellent value at $18. This 100% Tempranillo is vegan-friendly, medium-bodied, fruity and bright with dark cherry, plum, savoury herbs, dark spices and textured with polished tannins. Very quaffable now. Food pairings: grilled pork chops, lamb kebabs, roasted root vegetable casserole. Drink: 2023 - 2029 10684 14.7% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

High Valley Vineyard Zinfandel 2019, High Valley, Lake County, California, United States: From Shannon Ridge, Lake County, High Valley Vineyard 2019 Zinfandel is a full-bodied, lush, smoky and concentrated Zin with ripe black fruits, dark cherry, dried fine herbs, sweet toasty oak spice flavours. Grapes are grown on a high elevation vineyard between 490 and 915 metres above sea level. A perfect pairing to smoky ribs from the grill or gourmet burgers with all the fixings. Zinfandel food pairings: gourmet burgers from the grill, BBQ ribs, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2023 - 2028 22033 15.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jean-Paul Brun Le Ronsay Beaujolais 2021, Beaujolais A.C., France: From the Beaujolais wine region, Domaine Des Terres Dorées Le Ronsay 2021 Gamay is great value at $20. Bright and fresh with ripe cherry, plum, crushed black raspberry, thyme and minerally notes fresh on the finish. Very pretty. Food pairings: pepper steak with wild mushroom sauce, grilled chicken dishes, veggie burgers from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2024 29978 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Matahiwi Estate Estate ME Pinot Noir 2020, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand: Matahiwi Estate Me 2020 Pinot Noir is an excellent value Wairarapa PN, youthful and vibrant with dark plum, ripe raspberry, subtle spicy and toasted nut flavours smooth, supple and lingering on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and elegant. Drinking beautifully now. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled pork tenderloin, steak and kidney pie, meat patés. Drink: 2023 - 2025 12606 12.2% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Caparzo Brunello di Montalcino 2017, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Caparzo 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino is made from 100% Sangiovese sourced from vineyards located in the northern and southern Montalcino Appellation. Produced by proprietor Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini and winemaker Massimo Bracalente, look for wild raspberry, cassis, earthy florals, fine herbs and ripe dark cherry on this medium-bodied Brunello with a vibrant and long dark cherry finish. Good now, better in 2024 or cellar to 2033. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: rich tomato sauce and pasta dishes, full-bodied meat dishes. Drink: 2024 - 2033 579094 14% D 750 mL $55.95 Score: 93/100. April 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Viñalba Patagonia Reserve Malbec 2020, Patagonia, Argentina: Viñalba Patagonia Reserva 2020 Malbec is excellent value at $20. Deep, dark and fragrant with ripe blueberry, mulberry, red plum, cold black tea and savoury herb flavours finishing on a stony mineral note. A nicely crafted, medium-bodied and juicy Malbec for the price! Malbec food pairings: gourmet burgers from the grill, slow-braised beef long ribs in red wine sauce, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2023 - 2028 28081 14.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Angels & Cowboys Rosé 2022, Sonoma County, California, United States: Angels & Cowboys 2022 Rosé is a dry, medium-bodied Grenache-based floral and vibrant rosé with a mouthful bright cherry, red berry, citrus, fine herb and minerally flavours creamy, leesy and savoury on the palate. Lifted and lovely, chill and enjoy it with crudites or chicken burgers from the grill. Rosé food pairings: charcuterie and cheese board, smoked salmon pizza, green salads. Drink: 2023 - 2024 493155 12.7% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

La Crema Pinot Noir Rosé 2022, Monterey County, California, United States: From Monterey County, California, La Crema 2022 Pinot Noir Rosé is always a crowd pleaser. This 100% PN rosé is dry, medium-bodied, fresh and lifted with wild strawberry, melon, soft citrus zest, fine herbs and zesty on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with cilantro and lime chicken tenders from the grill. Pinot Noir Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken dishes, grilled salmon steaks, turkey, baked ham. Drink: 2023 - 2024 668376 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Foreign Affair Amarosé 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, The Foreign Affair 2022 Amarosé is a rich and vibrant, full-bodied rosé made in the appassimento style. Amarose is a lush blend with dried skins and lees contact. Appasimento is a famous wine making method from the Veneto wine region, but Amarose is uniquely Canadian with concentrated strawberry, cherry, raspberry and watermelon flavours on the palate. Pour with grilled salmon burgers. Amarosé food pairings: mild curry dishes, white turkey meat, fish tacos, salads. Drink: 2023 - 2025 388702 12.4% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. April 2023. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Flat Rock Pink Twisted Rosé 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Flat Rock Pink Twisted 2021 is an excellent value off-dry, medium-bodied rosé from the Niagara Peninsula wine region. Produced in the saignée method with 56% Pinot Noir 31% Riesling and 13% Gewurztraminer wine grapes, the wine is fragrant with pink florals, bright cherry, ripe apple and spicy aromas and flavours on the palate with a lingering tangy finish. Chill and enjoy with charcuterie or sushi. Rosé food pairings: poached salmon fillet, vegetarian dishes, Spring green salads topped with steamed freshwater shrimp. Drink: 2022 - 2023 39974 13% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 2023. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Chateau Ste. Michelle Brut Sparkling Rosé, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: A lovely, bright, vibrant Washington State rose made from a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. Aromas of wild field strawberry. Mouth-watering and juicy. Pair with grilled seafood. Sparkling Rosé food pairings: veal chops and pomegranate jus, beet and herbed goat cheese salad, grilled chicken. Drink: 2023 - 2026 499442 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Albino Armani Extra Dry Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Conegliano Valdobbiadene, Friuli D.O.C.G., Italy: A creamy, refreshing Prosecco with spring florals, spring rain shower aromas on the nose, refreshing with yellow apple, soft citrus matched with vibrant acidity on the palate. Prosecco Superiore food pairings: seafood tapas, creamy cheeses, salads. Drink: 2022 - 2023 16602 11% M 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Foreign Affair Sparkling Rosé, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A bright Charmat method bubbly with juicy field strawberries and vibrant citrus zest flavours on the palate. Serve chilled and pour on its own or serve with creamy cheeses and seafood. Sparkling Rosé food pairings: creamy cheeses, grilled chicken dishes, herbed flatbreads, quiches. Drink: 2022 - 2025 19346 12% MD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Banshee Ten of Cups Brut Sparkling, California, United States: Banshee Ten Of Cups is an elegant, traditional method sparkling brut from California. Fresh and crisp with a brilliant mousse of ripe yellow apple, lemon zest, subtle spicy and toasty notes light and lovely on the palate. Beautifully balanced, drink or hold. Brut Sparkling food pairings: creamy cheeses, grilled chicken dishes, brunch dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2025 31536 12.5% D 750 mL $32.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Sidewood Chardonnay 2019, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Sidewood 2019 Chardonnay is produced from grapes sourced from the cool-climate Adelaide Hills. Elegant and fresh, this vintage is beautifully layered with ripe apricot, melon, citrus zest, buttery and nutty flavours long and supple on the palate. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled prawns, lobster, halibut, fish and chips. Drink: 2023 - 2024 186346 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Yalumba Viognier 2021, South Australia, Australia: Yalumba 2021 Viognier is vegan-friendly and produced from organically-grown grapes. Just superb value at $18, this viognier is fragrant with orange blossom, ripe apricot, peach, tropical fruit, citrus and soft orange zest flavours with a kiss of ginger spice bright and zesty on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with grilled chicken dishes. Drink or hold. Viognier food pairings: Moroccan couscous; grilled pork chops with mango chutney, pork tenderloin en croute. Drink: 2023 - 2025 288217 14.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Joseph Mellot Le Troncsec Pouilly-Fumé 2021, Loire A.C., France: Joseph Mellot Le Troncsec 2021 Sauvignon Blanc was completely forged in stainless steel tanks. Grapes were sourced from a single vineyard from a 550-year-old family-owned estate with soils that are primarily Kimmeridgian limestone marl. Absolutely steely fresh and reminiscent of the sea with white-fleshed stone fruit, citrus zest and briny mineral flavours mouth-wateringly long on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with warm fine-herbed goat cheese on baguette. Yummy! Pouilly-Fumé food pairings: grilled cheese sandwiches, cheese fondue, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2025 29502 14.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fontanafredda Gavi di Gavi 2021, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, Fontanafredda 2021 Gavi di Gavi is a dry, medium-bodied, lean and steely 100% Cortese produced from sustainably grown grapes. Look for green apple crunch, lime zest and mineral flavours brilliant and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy it now. Food pairings: grilled seafood, pasta primavera, grilled chicken breast. Drink: 2023 - 2025 366948 12.5% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Masi Pian del Griso Conti Bossi Fedrigotti Pinot Grigio 2020, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From Masi Conti Bossi Fedrigotti, Pian Del Griso 2020 Pinot Grigio is vegan friendly, dry, medium-bodied, fresh and elegant with ripe apple, pear, stony mineral and lime-lemon zest flavours fresh on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with a pasta primavera. Pinot Grigio food pairings: seafood Alfredo, salads, pasta Primavera. Drink: 2023 - 2024 11096 12.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner 2021, Langenlois, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Laurenz V. Friendly 2021 Grüner Veltliner is produced from sustainably-grown grapes sourced from the Kamptal wine region, and like its name suggests very friendly and juicy too with soft orange zest, white-fleshed stone fruit, white pepper spice silky on the palate. Beautiful now. Chill and enjoy it with salads or seafood. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: grilled seafood, lobster in butter sauce, ravioli in an Alfredo sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2024 66225 12.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked Chardonnay 2020, Monterey County, California, United States: Mer Soleil Silver 2020 is an unoaked Chardonnay from Monterey County, California and is produced by winemaker, Charlie Wagner. Dry, medium-bodied and racy on the palate layered with bright apple, fresh pear, stone fruit, tropical fruit and nougat flavours that linger on. A long time favourite at Vintages. Unoaked Chardonnay food pairings: spinach and pepper jack stuffed chicken, pork tenderloin, lobster with melted butter. Drink: 2023 - 2025 220343 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Route 62 Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: From the Western Cape wine region, Route 62 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is so fresh and expressive with lemon zest, bright apple, fresh cut grass and tropical fruit flavours brilliant and lingering on the palate. The wine is so named for South Africa's Wine Route 62, stretching from Cape Town, Constantia to Port Elizabeth, and the longest wine route in the world at 850 kilometres. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads, fish and chips, pan-fried pan fish. Drink: 2023 - 2024 31090 14.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Leyda Garuma Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Leyda Valley, Chile: Leyda Garuma 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from grapes sourced from a single vineyard and is amazing value at $18. Produced from grapes selected from three sectors of the El Maitén Vineyard that was planted in 2008 on granitic soils streaked with limestone. Look for bright citrusy, fresh herb and briny mineral flavours mouth-wateringly good and long on the finish. Chill and enjoy it with rich seafood chowders. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pan-fried freshwater fish, grilled prawns, garden salad with Feta cheese. Drink: 2023 - 2026 99309 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stadt Krems Steinterrassen Riesling 2021, Kremstal D.A.C., Austria: From the Kremstal D.A.C., Stadt Krems Steinterrassen 2021 Riesling is a pretty yellow straw colour in the glass, juicy and vibrant with honeysuckle, peach, subtle notes of tropical fruit, lime zest that wrap up on a briny mineral note. Nicely complex but easy to love. Says summer and seafood all over it. Riesling food pairings: smoked salmon Bennies, pork tenderloin en croute, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2023 - 2029 30595 12.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Framingham Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Framingham 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is dry and plushy with ripe pear, lemongrass, bell pepper, tropical fruit and fine herb flavours creamy and brilliant on the palate. A modern-style SB from Marlborough with added finesse from some barrel and extended lees ageing. Drinking beautifully now. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads, grilled chicken dishes, seafood canapes. Drink: 2023 - 2024 606848 12.5% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 92/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Daou Discovery Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Paso Robles, California, United States: Daou Discovery 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is light and lovely with fresh cut grass, pear, citrus and fine herb flavours balanced with spot on acidity. A beautiful SB from Paso Robles, California and ready to drink now. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads, seafood canapes, fish tacos. Drink: 2023 - 2025 24282 13.7% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. April 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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