Wine Picks December 12, 2025 | Natalie MacLean: Canada's Best Wine Courses, Tasting Classes, Food Pairings, Expert Reviews

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Note: This batch of wine reviews is not part of the bi-weekly Vintages Releases. Instead, it's a collection of wines outside the Vintages section in store (general list) or wines sent to me directly from wineries that may not yet be available in liquor stores. Click on the Winery or Wine Agency link to get more info.

Other Wines/Drinks

Martini & Rossi Vibrante l'Aperitivo Non-Alcoholic Vermouth, Italy: Martini & Rossi's Vibrante L'aperitivo is a vibrant, light-bodied non-alcoholic vermouth alternative brimming with botanical notes of bitter orange, chamomile, sun-dried herbs and zesty bergamot. With less than one percent alcohol, this aperitif delivers the sophisticated complexity of traditional vermouth while remaining accessible for any occasion. Serve it chilled over ice with a splash of tonic and an orange twist alongside a rustic charcuterie board where the wine's herbal bitterness complements aged pecorino and prosciutto, or mix it into spritzers to pair with warm marinated olives and toasted almonds. The Martini & Rossi house, established in Turin in 1863, has been crafting vermouth for over 160 years, and this innovative alcohol-free expression continues that legacy of Italian aperitivo culture. Master blender Beppe Musso has carefully selected botanicals including Roman wormwood and Italian bergamot to create layers of complexity that rival their classic vermouths. Enjoy this aperitivo immediately while its aromatic profile is at its freshest and most expressive. Vermouth food pairings: mocktails, salted nuts, chips and dip, salty hard cheeses. 47799 0.4% S 750 mL $16.95 Score: 92/100. December 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Lautus De-alcoholised Sauvignon Blanc Can, South Africa: A refreshing alcohol-free and vegan Sauvignon Blanc from South Africa with classic aromas of lime and gooseberry on the nose. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering. Only 30 calories per can. Pair with seafood and field greens. Sauvignon Blanc Can food pairings: creamy cheese, chicken breast, quiche. 891653 0.5% D 250 mL $8.25 Score: 91/100. December 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart