Dessert Wine
Rosewood Barrel Aged Mead Royale 2018, Ontario, Canada: A floral and fruity, medium-sweet, barrel-aged honey wine with dried herbs, flowers, nut and ginger spice aromas on the nose. Chill and enjoy with a honey spice cake, fruit and cream custards or spicy chicken wings. Mead Royale food pairings: fruit-based desserts, pastries, fresh field berries in cream, Camembert. Drink: 2020 - 2023 437319 12% S 500 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. November 2020. Best Value Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Villa Matilde Rocca dei Leoni Aglianico 2016, Campania I.G.T., Italy: Love this full-bodied, food-friendly crowd-pleaser, warm-hearted and delicious with black cherry, fine herb and spicy flavours finishing long on the palate. Excellent value. Aglianico food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, grilled pork chops. Drink: 2020 - 2022 165035 12.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chehalem Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir 2017, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Elegant with rose petal, tart cherry and raspberry flavours on the palate. Nicely done. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled lamb chops, roast duck, veal stuffed Portobello mushrooms. Drink: 2020 - 2024 949909 14.5% D 750 mL $36.95 Score: 87/100. November 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Michael David Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Lodi, California, United States: Michael David's Freakshow 2015 is a full-bodied, juicy Cabernet Sauvignon with grapes sourced from the Lodi wine region in California. Look for lots of ripe dark fruit, cherry and blackberry flavours and a toasty oak finish on this smoky red with fine-grained tannins. Pair it with grilled meats, burgers, or even BBQ ribs. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: prime rib roast, gourmet hamburgers, Salisbury steak. Drink: 2018 - 2024 405175 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Masi Riserva di Costasera Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2013, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Lush and modern Amarone, smoky and juicy with ripe dark fruit, liquid black cherry, cedar underbrush, spice cake, espresso coffee flavours, toasty on the palate. Produced by Sandro Boscaini. Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara and Oseleta wine grapes spend a long time drying on bamboo racks and the blended wine is matured for three years or more in oak casks. Pair with prime rib. Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: leg of lamb, pasta with tomato sauce, venison, beef daube, polenta dishes. Drink: 2019 - 2028 324137 15% D 750 mL $84.95 Score: 95/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Decoy Zinfandel 2017, Sonoma County, California, United States: A rich and supple Zinfandel with cherry, crushed raspberry and ripe plum flavours on the palate with a lingering spicy finish. Pair with grilled ribs. Zinfandel food pairings: roast leg of lamb, lamburgers, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2019 - 2024 327502 13.9% D 750 mL $37.95 Score: 91/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wakefield Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Fantastic value under $20 for this Wakefield 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon from the Clare Valley, South Australia. This is a juicy, full-bodied garnet red wine with a spicy nose and rich black fruits, meat, leather, cedar spice and vanilla flavours on the palate. This is your strip loin on the barbie red. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hearty meat dishes, hard cheese, juicy rare steak, barbecued ribs in sauce, hamburger. Drink: 2019 - 2023 744235 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Buried Cane Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Buried Cane 2017 is a well-priced Cabernet Sauvignon from the Columbia Valley in Washington and is produced by the Middleton family who has been working the land in Washington since 1898. Look for ripe black cherries, raspberries, mocha wrapped up in a whiff of spice. Very nice, well-balanced with a lingering ripe red fruits finish. Drink now and for the next five years. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meat pizza, herb-rubbed roast chicken, hearty soups. Drink: 2019 - 2026 402081 13.8% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Easton Zinfandel 2015, Amador County, Sierra Foothills, California, United States: A vibrant, mouth-watering Zinfandel with red berry, savoury herbs, anise, sweet baking and pepper spice flavours to match. Finishes long and smoky. Pair with BBQ pork ribs from the grill. Zinfandel food pairings: spaghetti Bolognaise, aged cheddar, grilled lamb loin, grilled duck breast, Italian sausage burgers. Drink: 2019 - 2023 328377 14.5% D 750 mL $33.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Mont-Redon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016, Rhône A.C., France: A seductive and smoky Chateauneuf du Pape with meaty, figgy, ripe raspberry, blackberry, garrigue herbs and savoury spice flavours on the palate with vibrant acidity to match. Tannins are grippy. Great cellaring candidate. Try in 2020. Châteauneuf-Du-Pape food pairings: bison burgers, venison tenderloin, bannock partridge. Drink: 2019 - 2033 959627 14.5% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 93/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cave Spring Cabernet Franc 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A stylish, vibrant Ontario Cabernet Franc wine, tart and juicy all at the same time with ripe crushed raspberries, sweet baking spices and fresh herbs lingering on the palate. Well-balanced and well done. 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: 2020 - 2023 523001 13.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Monte del Frá Lena di Mezzo Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2017, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A rich and layered Valpolicella Ripasso with black cherry liqueur, savoury spice, mocha and smoky flavours smooth on the palate. Great acidity for food. Pair with rich and meaty pastas and tomato sauce or a meat lover's pizza. Beautiful now. Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, spicy sausage , prime rib roast, hearty winter stew. Drink: 2020 - 2021 165662 14% D 750 mL $28.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Layers Shiraz Tempranillo Mourvèdre Grenache 2017, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A rich and balanced Shiraz, Tempranillo, Mourvèdre and Grenache blend with blackberry, plum, black cherry, cinnamon spice and mocha plushy and silky on the palate. Produced by Peter Lehmann, the first Australian wine industry figure to be appointed to the Order of Australia. Pair with wine-braised beef short-rib and thyme-infused escargot en croute. Shiraz Tempranillo Mourvèdre Grenache food pairings: tourtière, roast pork, leg of lamb, bison burgers. Drink: 2020 - 2024 138883 14.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 92/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cantine Paololeo Passo Del Cardinale Primitivo di Manduria 2017, Puglia D.O.P., Italy: A robust red wine with blackberry, black raspberry, baking spice, black peppercorn, plum and a hint of smoke finishing long with juicy black cherry flavours on the palate. Well-balanced with bright acidity and structured tannins. Primitivo Di Manduria food pairings: roast chicken, vegetarian lasagne, barbequed veal chops. Drink: 2020 - 2024 496463 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Schild Estate Shiraz 2017, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A big and bold Shiraz with juicy blackberry, plum, wild herbs and smoky dark spice flavours with a savoury smooth finish. Matured in French oak (20% new). Shiraz food pairings: veal, roasted stuffed turkey, hamburgers, pizza, barbecued beef. Drink: 2020 - 2035 66555 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
San Felice Il Grigio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A fragrant, juicy Chianti Classico with fresh cherry, spicy, smoked meat and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm. Decant one hour prior to pouring with a meaty beefy dish, or hold for another year to tame those tannins. Chianti Classico food pairings: rich tomato and roasted Italian vegetables sauce over penne, beef stuffed tomatoes and peppers. Drink: 2021 - 2025 403477 14.5% D 750 mL $51.95 Score: 94/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Muriel Gran Reserva 2006, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A beautifully-balanced Spanish red wine made from 100% Tempranillo. Spicy on the nose with bright cherry, red berry and smoky aromas. Smooth cherry, raspberry, mocha and spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are structured but manageable. Pair with roast pork. Food pairings: leg of lamb, filet mignon, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2020 - 2024 984187 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Col d'Orcia Brunello Di Montalcino 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A deep ruby Brunello di Montalcino produced from low-yielding Sangiovese wine grapes. Lots of bright cherry, ripe strawberry, savoury herb flavours finishing on a balsamic note. Tannins are firm and the wine would benefit from a few years in cellar. Try in 2023. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: roast pork, venison stew, lamburgers. Drink: 2023 - 2040 306852 14.5% XD 750 mL $55.95 Score: 91/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mission Hill Reserve Merlot 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columubia V.Q.A., Canada: From the Black Sage Bench, Okanagan South, a juicy and fleshy medium-plus-bodied Merlot aged 15 months in French and American oak. Rich with spicy plum, grippy blackberry, sweet dried tobacco leaf and smoky flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm. Drink or hold. Merlot food pairings: pulled pork, shepherd’s pie, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2020 - 2023 553313 14% D 750 mL $32.65 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir 2016, Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: A full-bodied and intense Pinot Noir from Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley and a producer known for championing sustainable and organic farming practices. Fragrant with ripe cherries and sous bois aromas on the nose with a mouthful of ripe cherries and plums finishing plushy on the palate. Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted pork loin, veal medallions, lamb in a red wine sauce, beef bourguignon, coq au vin. Drink: 2020 - 2026 748434 13.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rocche Costamagna Rocche dell'Annunziata Barolo 2015, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: A bright and juicy full-bodied Barolo with spiced cherry, blueberry, pink florals and earthy flavours on the palate. Tannins are grippy and chewy and the wine could benefit from a few years in cellar. Try in 2023. Barolo food pairings: rabbit stew, roast pheasant, grilled venison steak. Drink: 2023 - 2032 413484 14.5% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paul Hobbs Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2017, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: A cool climate Pinot Noir from Sonoma's Russian River Valley. Lots of juicy black raspberry, red berry, cherry and fine herb flavours on this satiny, elegant Pinot Noir. Tannins are soft and silky. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal medallions, lamb in a red wine sauce, roasted pork loin, tourtière. Drink: 2020 - 2027 119081 14.2% XD 750 mL $99.95 Score: 94/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Koyle Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Alto Colchagua, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: A deep, rich Cabernet with firm tannins and lovely ripe blackberry fruit, savoury and earthy flavours on the palate. The name Koyle comes from the native Chilean plant which grows in oak forests and that produces a beautiful purple flower as well as greatly desired fruit. This endangered species is found abundantly in the winery's vineyards located in Alto Colchagua. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: rich meat-based pasta dishes, grilled steaks with a flavourful sauce, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2020 - 2023 256073 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Rioja Alta Viña Ardanza Reserva 2010, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From the Rioja, a Tempranillo-driven and Grenache red wine blend with grapes sourced from the winery's new vineyards in the village of Tudelilla, La Pedriza. Dry and satiny on the palate with dried cherries, vanilla, baking and cedar spice flavours on the palate finishing on a balsamic note with food-friendly acidity. Pair with a roast of pork. Food pairings: beef stroganoff, barbecued ribs, fruit chutneys, cassoulet, steak fajitas. Drink: 2020 - 2032 315531 13.5% XD 750 mL $56.95 Score: 93/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Flagstone Music Room Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: A classic 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Western Cape wine region in South Africa. Big dark fruit, ripe black cherry and cassis flavours with a subtle whiff of mint and thyme. Complex, silky and impressive. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: slow braised beef ribs, stuffed roast pork tenderloin, roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2020 - 2023 205245 14% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Hess Collection 19 Block Mountain Cuvée 2016, Mount Veeder, Napa Valley, California, United States: A terrific, juicy Californian red wine blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Petit Verdot grapes from vines planted at 2,000 feet above sea level in the winery's estate vineyards on the steep slopes of Mount Veeder. Deep purple in the glass with liquid dark cherry, black raspberries, blackberries, dark chocolate, cracked pepper, savoury and toasty oak spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Mountain Cuvée food pairings: grilled meats, meat lover's pizza, meaty stews. Drink: 2020 - 2030 18879 14.5% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 92/100. November 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Huff Cuvée Janine Sparkling Rosé 2016, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Love this dry bubble with bright red berry, fresh pastry, citrus zest and mineral flavours on the palate. Crafted from 100% Pinot Noir grapes grown in Prince Edward County and produced in the traditional Champagne method with second fermentation in the bottle. The wine rested 20 months on its lees to give added richness. Sparkling Rosé food pairings: charcuteries, creamy cheeses, grilled chicken Dijonnaise. Drink: 2020 - 2021 405035 12% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Sutherland Chardonnay 2018, Elgin W.O., South Africa: A crisp, medium-bodied Chardonnay with ripe apple, stone-fruit, lemon curd flavours creamy on the palate. Aged on its lees in French oak barrels for 10 months. Chardonnay food pairings: Caesar salad, seafood cold plate, creamy cheeses. Drink: 2020 - 2022 146423 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
El Esteco 1945 Old Vines Torrontés 2019, Calchaquí Valley, Argentina: A gorgeous Argentine white wine made from the country's iconic Torrontes grape. Notes of tropical fruit and lemon. Pair with poultry dishes. Torrontés food pairings: herbed creamy cheeses, raclette, grilled chicken with Satay sauce, fish tacos. Drink: 2020 - 2022 10695 14.1% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Neil Ellis Groenekloof Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Groenekloof, Darling W.O., South Africa: A medium-bodied, vibrant Sauvignon Blanc with stony, green herb, white pepper spice and briny mineral flavours on the palate. Pair with an asparagus, artichoke and goat cheese galette. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled fish, chicken breast in a white wine sauce with fresh asparagus. Drink: 2020 - 2021 673913 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A vibrant Sauvignon Blanc pure with gooseberry, green herbs, grapefruit flavours and bell pepper flavours finishing mouth-wateringly long on the palate. Chill and enjoy with the last days of summer. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: chicken Alfredo, seafood, vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2020 - 2022 981670 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bonterra Sauvignon Blanc 2018, North Coast, California, United States: A dry, medium-bodied and crisp Sauvignon Blanc from Mendocino County in California, floral with fine herb and lime-lemon zest aromas on the nose, bright stone fruit, fresh green herb, lemongrass and tropical fruit notes on the palate. Very juicy! Chill and enjoy. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seafood stew, broiled scallops, seafood cocktail. Drink: 2020 - 2022 86249 13.1% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Marchand-Tawse Bourgogne Chardonnay 2017, Burgundy A.C., France: Sensuously rich on the nose with toasty nut aromas, this Old World Burgundian Chardonnay is full-bodied and vibrant with ripe apple, lemon curd, toasty almond and hazelnut flavours finishing on a lingering tropical fruit note with great acidity for food. Pair with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: crab cakes with lemon sauce, seafood, oysters on the half shell with strawberry mignonette. Drink: 2020 - 2023 414557 12.5% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 89/100. November 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zenato Pinot Grigio 2019, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Dry and zesty with lime zest, lemongrass, crisp green apple, pear, fine herb and mineral flavours on the palate. Crisp, clean and refreshing. Chill and enjoy with fresh garden salads. Pinot Grigio food pairings: Caprese salad, pasta with cream sauce, grilled chicken breast, frittata. Drink: 2020 - 2021 37648 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Raymond Reserve Selection Chardonnay 2017, Napa Valley, California, United States: A lovely layered and creamy Chardonnay with ripe yellow apple, stone fruit, lemon curd, vanilla, toasty oak and baking spice flavours weighty and long on the palate. Chardonnay food pairings: roasted stuffed chicken, cheese, pork chop. Drink: 2020 - 202 716928 14.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 91/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Raimat Castell Chardonnay 2018, Costers Del Segre D.O., Spain: A stylish, medium-bodied and fresh Chardonnay with bright apple, melon and white stone-fruit flavours creamy on the palate. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2020 - 2022 15413 13% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Karl Erbes Urziger Wurzgarten Riesling Auslese 2016, Mosel Prädikatswein, Germany: The gorgeous 2016 vintage of the Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Auslese is a stunning Germany white wine with aromas of peach and pear with wet stone. The vibrant acidity balances the sweetness. Pair with glazed ham and chutney. Riesling Auslese food pairings: curries, spicy pork dishes, Korean pork ribs, lemon tarte. Drink: 2020 - 2045 15294 7.3% S 750 mL $50.95 Score: 95/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Santa Ana La Mascota Chardonnay 2018, Cruz De Piedra, Maipú, Mendoza, Argentina: Simple, buttery and full-bodied with oak and peach aromas. Nice price. Chardonnay food pairings: buttery lobster, seafood pasta in a rich cream sauce. Drink: 2020 - 2021 126870 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wayne Gretzky Estates Whisky Oak Aged Chardonnay 2018, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The 2018 Chardonnay was aged in whisky barrels, which gives this rich, full-bodied wine some toffee notes on the nose. This wine would be terrific with smoked chicken in a cream sauce, lobster in melting butter or a mushroom risotto. Chardonnay food pairings: smoked cheddar, turkey pot pie, creamy mushroom risotto. Drink: 2020 - 2022 17234 13.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Maria Wairau Valley Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Wairau Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A zesty, fresh Sauvignon Blanc from the Wairau Valley, fragrant with white florals and lemongrass aromas on the nose with gooseberry, tropical fruit, fresh-cut hay and lime zest flavours on the palate. There is brilliant acidity on this wine for richer seafood dishes. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seafood ravioli with Alfredo sauce, pan-fried panfish, lemon and herbed grilled chicken breast. Drink: 2019 - 2022 536201 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 94/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wild Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A vibrant Sauvignon Blanc with green herbs, green pepper and lime zest aromas, dry and mouth-watering with grapefruit, lime and ripe tropical fruit notes on the palate. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: endive salad, clam vongole, goat cheese, spring greens and beet salad. Drink: 2020 - 2021 164012 13% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Acrobat Pinot Gris 2017, Oregon, United States: A fresh Pinot Gris with ripe peach, pear, pink grapefruit, fine herb and creamy citrus notes on the palate. Great acidity on this wine to pair with pan-seared trout or smoked whitefish. Pinot Gris food pairings: pork tenderloin, roast turkey , seafood, pasta with cream sauce, salads. Drink: 2020 - 2021 420729 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Chablisienne Bourgogne Chardonnay 2018, Burgundy A.C., France: A cool-climate, crisp and zesty premier cru Chablis from Montmains, Burgundy. Lots of crisp green apple, pear, spicy, nutty, zesty citrus flavours with a mineral streak from beginning to end. Excellent, versatile food wine to pair with everything from roast Cornish game hens to grilled seafood dishes. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled seafood, baked shellfish in a white wine and cream sauce, oysters Rockefeller.. Drink: 2020 - 2023 455147 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stags' Leap Viognier 2018, Napa Valley, California, United States: Love this creamy, lush and layered Viognier from Stags' Leap Winery. Established in 1893, this Viognier is a testament to the winery and how it handles Rhone varietals like Viognier. Richly-textured with ripe apple, rich stone-fruit and lime citrus flavours elegant and long the palate. Nicely done! Viognier food pairings: chicken, cloved ham, lobster, sushi, grilled seafood, pork.. Drink: 2020 - 2023 597369 14% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Joel Gott Chardonnay 2018, California, United States: A rich and weighty California Chardonnay with minimal oak treatment. Wine grapes are sourced from several vineyards in Monterey, Santa Barbara, San Luise Obispo, Napa and Sonoma. Smooth, silky and elegant with ripe yellow apple, baking spice and vanilla flavours on the palate. Pair with buttered lobster rolls. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, pork tenderloin, buttered lobster roll. Drink: 2020 - 2024 458778 13.9% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. November 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Waterkloof Circle of Life 2016, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Love this zesty white blend of mostly Sauvignon Blanc, some Chenin Blanc and a splash of Chardonnay with leesy and smoky oak aromas on the nose. So unusual. Bright on the palate with white grapefruit, green apple, lemon zest and flinty flavours on the palate. Food pairings: fried herb-crusted and panko trout, chickpea lentil pea and potato curry, pizza with pork sausage. Drink: 2020 - 2023 284588 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. November 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart