Dessert Wine

Dow's 10-Year-Old Tawny Port, Douro Valley D.O.C., Portugal: A gorgeous tawny port with classic aromas of toasted almond, butterscotch, toffee and spice box. Pair with crème brûlée and angel cake. Tawny Port food pairings: spice cake, crème brûlée, fruit-based desserts, pastries, fresh field berries in cream. Drink: 2021 - 2025 246967 19.3% S 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Quinta do Grifo Vintage Port 2015, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: Quinta do Grifo Vintage 2015 port is deep ruby-purple in the glass perfumed with spiced plum, kirsch, earthy violets, anise, sweet dried tobacco leaf and flinty mineral flavours concentrated on the palate. Finishes long and luxurious. Tannins are fine and velvety. Port food pairings: blue cheeses, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, pates. Drink: 2021 - 2025 18362 20% S 750 mL $58.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Disznókó Late Harvest Tokaji Furmint 2017, Tokaji, Tokaj Hegyalja, Hungary: From Tokaj Hegyalja, Disznókó 2017 Late Harvest Tokaji is produced from 100% Furmint grapes. Sweet and sensuous on the palate with smoky, spicy apple, quince, citrus zest, savoury, vibrant and mouth-filling. Tokaji Furmint food pairings: fresh fruit cup, pair and saffron upside down cake, almond custard torte. Drink: 2021 - 2025 20680 13.5% S 500 mL $26.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: This is the dinner party or holiday entertaining size (1500 ml) of Caymus 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon produced by the Wagner Family of Wines. Rich, full-bodied and plushy on the palate with dark plum, cassis, anise, olive, mocha and smoky vanilla flavours. Pour with roast beef dinner. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: venison tenderloin, roast partridge, roast boar. Drink: 2021 - 2027 155150 14.5% D 1500 mL $219.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Recougne 2018, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Vignobles Xavier Milhade, Château Recougne 2018 is an excellent value Merlot-dominant Bordeaux red blend under $18. Look for ripe dark fruits, cherry, plum, savoury herbs and sweet spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are youthful. Drink or hold. Food pairings: lamb cutlets, beef tenderloin, pork shoulder roast. Drink: 2021 - 2025 368167 13% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Antinori Antica Mountain Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Atlas Peak, Napa Valley, California, United States: Produced by Antinori, Antica Mountain 2018 is a full-bodied red blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Fragrant with ripe blueberry, black currant and spice fresh and lively on the palate finishing on a minty and flinty mineral note. Tannins are grippy. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast goose, rabbit, grilled bavette steak. Drink: 2021 - 2036 266551 14% XD 750 mL $79.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

D'Angelo Aglianico del Vulture 2016, Basilicata D.O.C., Italy: From the Basilicata wine region, D'angelo 2016 Aglianico Del Vulture is a full-bodied and fleshy red, vibrant with black currant, red berry, rosemary, sagey and smoky, spicy flavours on the palate. Tannins are chewy. Decant two hours prior to pouring this rustic red with a meat-lover's pizza, or give it another year in cellar until 2022. Aglianico Del Vulture food pairings: grilled meats, strong cheese, meat pizza. Drink: 2022 - 2026 971689 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Longview Vista Shiraz Barbera 2019, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Longview Vista 2019 is an interesting and elegant blend of Shiraz and Barbera grapes sourced from the Adelaide Hills in South Australia. Dry, smooth and delicious with ripe plum, cherry, fine herbs, baking and cracked pepper spice flavours fresh on the palate. Drink or hold. Shiraz Barbera food pairings: leg of lamb roast, bison burgers, meat-lovers' pizza. Drink: 2021 - 2028 21065 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir 2018, Sonoma County, California, United States: Produced by Paul Hobbs, Crossbarn 2018 Pinot Noir is fragrant with fresh red cherry, plum and fresh herbs; dry, medium-bodied and vibrant with ripe red berry, plum, soft orange zest, fine herbs and baking spice flavours balanced with food-friendly acidity. Tannins are velvety. Lightly chill and enjoy with lamb kebabs or veal chops. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast rack of lamb, rare roast beef, venison burgers. Drink: 2021 - 2024 522938 14.9% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Longford Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Monterey County, California, United States: From Monterey County wine region in California, Longford Estate 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is excellent value at $20. Produced from sustainably-grown grapes treated to Monterey's foggy mornings, abundant sunshine and an extended growing season that allows the grapes to ripen fully and evenly. This example is elegant with bright blackberry, cassis, plum, savoury herb, mint, smoky vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours elegant and long on the palate. Very nice. Pair with date night and filet mignon for two. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef, slow-braised lamb shanks, bison burgers. Drink: 2021 - 2025 20725 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Daou Pessimist 2019, Paso Robles, California, United States: From the Paso Robles wine region, Daou's Pessimist 2019 is a dry and full-bodied red blend of 74% Petite Sirah, 13% Syrah, and 13% Zinfandel and aged in French oak barrels (60% new). Rich with ripe blueberry fruit, blue florals, baking spice and smoky vanilla flavours long and sensuous on the palate. Lovely texture on this not so pessimistic wine. Food pairings: game roasts, bison burgers, roast beef, meaty stews. Drink: 2021 - 2025 14425 15.5% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Silenus Oak Knoll District Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley, California, United States: Silenus 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic Cab from the Napa Valley. Smoky and spicy on the nose with ripe black cherry, cassis and baking spice flavours plushy on the palate. In Greek mythology Silenus is the mentor and faithful companion to Dionysus, the god of wine. The image on this bottle label is a "thyrsus" a fennel staff topped with a pinecone dipped in honey used during harvest celebrations. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: lamb Bolognese, grilled New York strip loin, hard cheese, braised pork shanks, veal chops. Drink: 2021 - 2030 422394 14.5% XD 750 mL $99.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Zonte's Footstep Love Symbol Grenache 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Zonte's Footstep Love Symbol 2018 Grenache is as enticing on the nose as it is on the palate. Dry with ripe plum, strawberry, nutty and toasty oak spice flavours smooth and long on the palate. Nicely balanced and drinking beautifully now and for the next half-dozen years. Grenache food pairings: grilled steak, sausages, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2021 - 2027 668582 14.6% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Font Barrièle Les Vignes d'Héloïse 2019, Costières-De-Nîmes, Rhône A.P., France: Château Font Barrièle Les Vignes D'héloïse 2019 is a medium-plus-bodied red blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Grenache sourced from the Costières-De-Nîmes, Rhône wine region. Fragrant with bright cherry, cracked pepper, savoury herb, black olive flavours smooth and supple on the palate. Excellent value at $18. Food pairings: roast leg of lamb, veal cutlets, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2021 - 2024 21545 15% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Coppola 93rd Awards Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: From the Russian River Valley, Sonoma County wine region, Coppola 93rd Awards 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a limited edition 100% Cab to celebrate the 93rd Academy Awards. Rich, full-bodied and muscular in a Tom Ellis sort of way, ripe with juicy blueberry, sweet spice, mocha and vanilla flavours on the palate. Nicely done! Pour with a juicy ribeye steak. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meaty pastas and rich tomato sauce, grilled sirloin steak, crown roast pork. Drink: 2021 - 2027 21842 14.5% D 750 mL $124.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Two Sisters Vineyards Eleventh Post 2017, Niagara River, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Two Sisters Eleventh Post 2017 is a Bordeaux-style blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc opulent with layers of ripe dark fruits, black cherry, plum, sweet dried tobacco leaf, sous bois, dark chocolate, dried herbs and sweet spicy flavours long and elegant on the palate. Tannins are velvety and rounded. Food pairings: roast duck, roast Mediterranean chicken, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2022 - 2026 20935 14% XD 750 mL $45.00 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famille Perrin Les Christins Vacqueyras 2018, Vacqueyras, Rhône A.C., France: From the Vacqueyras, Rhône wine region, Famille Perrin's Les Christins 2018 is a smoky, full-bodied Grenache and Syrah red wine blend. Smooth and satisfying with ripe plum, blueberry, dried wild herbs, anise, pepper spice and earthy flavours finishing long with gentle tannins. Good now, better in 2022. Vacqueyras was the second Côtes du Rhône village to be upgraded to AC status. Food pairings: pepper steak, roast beef, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2021 - 2025 973453 14.5% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mas de Boislauzon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2018, Rhône A.C., France: Mas De Boislauzon 2018 is a towering Rhône red. Deep dark red in the glass, juicy and harmonious with black cherry, blackberry, plum, fine herbs, chocolate, savoury spice and smoky vanilla flavours with food-friendly acidity on the palate. A blend of organically-grown Grenache and Mourvèdre grapes sourced from 50 year old vines that thrive in the limestone and stony soils of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Pair with roast beef dinner. Food pairings: charcuterie, hard cheeses, roast beef. Drink: 2021 - 2028 244269 15% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 95/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir 2018, Monterey County, California, United States: La Crema 2018 is an elegant and complex Pinot Noir from cool-climate Monterey County. Vibrant with bright cherry, smoky and spicy flavours with a dried mushroom umami finish. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: prime rib, roast quail, stuffed chicken, venison burgers. Drink: 2021 - 2025 367896 13.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Julien Schaal Walker Bay Syrah 2020, Walker Bay, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: From Walker Bay, Western Cape wine region, Julien Schaal 2020 Syrah is excellent value at $20. The Syrah grapes for this vintage were sourced from two vineyard sites, one with vines growing in chalky and quartz soils giving elegance and finesse to the wine with the other growing in Bokkeveld shale giving structure and spice. The wine is fragrant with violets and spicy aromas and is dry, medium-bodied with ripe dark fruit, dried tobacco leaf and spicy flavours on the palate. Syrah food pairings: braised lamb with mushroom, duck confit, grilled veal chops. Drink: 2021 - 2024 21110 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tom de Baton 2017, Casal De Loivos, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: From Casal De Loivos, Tom De Baton 2017 is a great value Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Barroca red blend under $17 from the Douro wine region. Bright ruby in the glass, it is perfumed with spiced ripe dark fruits, with good acidity for food and structured tannins. Good now, but would benefit from one more year in cellar to marry and mature. Try in 2022. The wine is so named for the baton that is used to stir the lees of the wine during fermentation. Food pairings: meaty stews, grilled steaks, pork chops smothered in a wild mushroom sauce. Drink: 2021 - 2025 363168 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Michele Castellani Cinque Stelle Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2016, Collezione Ca' Del Pipa, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Produced by Collezione Ca' Del Pipa from the Veneto wine region, Michele Castellani Cinque Stelle 2016 Amarone Della Valpolicella is an intense and rich blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grape varieties. Fragrant on the nose with dark cherry, lavender and cedar brush aromas, dry, full-bodied and lush with dried cherry, red berry, cedar brush, anise spice and savoury herb flavours matched with vibrant acidity on the palate. Pour with a Bistecca Florentine. Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: rich tomato sauce and pasta, vegetarian lasagna, fricassee rabbit. Drink: 2021 - 2030 75127 15% XD 750 mL $53.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stags' Leap Winery The Investor 2018, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Stags' Leap Winery, The Investor 2018 is a full-bodied and lush red blend of Merlot, Petit Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Rich with black cherry, plum, bay leaf, sweet dried tobacco, cedar brush spice, cocoa, vanilla balanced with food-friendly acidity. Tannins are structured and pleasantly chewy. Good now, better in 2022. Drink or hold. Food pairings: prime rib roast, veal tenderloin, roast chicken. Drink: 2021 - 2030 27453 15.1% XD 750 mL $79.95 Score: 95/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Belle Glos Taylor Lane Reserve Pinot Noir 2011, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States: This is the magnum size (1500 ml) of Belle Glos Taylor Lane Reserve 2011 Pinot Noir, bright and beautiful with ripe dark cherry, cola, baking spice and savoury herb flavours rich on the palate. Drinking beautiful now, and just in time for the holidays. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast rack of lamb, duck, osso buco. Drink: 2021 - 2025 26589 13.6% D 1500 mL $149.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vincent Girardin Savigny-lès-Beaune Les Serpentières 1er Cru 2014, Savigny-Lès-Beaune, Burgundy A.C., France: From Savigny-Lès-Beaune, Burgundy wine region, Vincent Girardin Les Serpentières Premier Cru 2014 is produced from 100% Pinot Noir sourced from 50 year old vines thriving in the chalky, gravelling and clay soils of the Côte de Beaune. Savigny-les-Beaune is one of the oldest parcels that once belonged to the Dukes of Burgundy and to the Abbeys of Citeaux and Maizières. The wine was aged in French oak barrels (15% new) for 14 months and malo took place in barrel. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered and is dry, bright and fragrant with violets, fresh ripe cherry, fine herbs and well-integrated oak spice and velvety tannins. Drink or hold. Les Serpentières 1Er Cru food pairings: roast chicken, duck, turkey. Drink: 2021 - 2040 20898 13.5% XD 750 mL $42.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

San Felice Il Grigio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, San Felice Il Grigio 2016 Chianti Classico is fresh on the nose with bright cherry, red berry, spice and savoury herb aromas and is dry, full-bodied with smoked meat, dark cherry, earthy mushroom, savoury herb and spice. Tannins are structured, fine-grained and pleasantly chewy. Decant an hour or two prior to pouring with a meaty lasagne or meat-lover's pizza. Drink or hold. Chianti Classico food pairings: rich tomato and roasted Italian vegetables sauce over penne, beef stuffed tomatoes and peppers. Drink: 2021 - 2026 403477 14.5% D 750 mL $51.95 Score: 95/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Penfolds Bin 28 Shiraz 2018, Kalimna, South Australia, Australia: Penfolds Bin 28 2018 is a full-bodied and robust Australian Shiraz matured for 13 months in second-use American oak hogshead barrels. From a warm vintage, the nose on this wine is amazing with ripe red plums, blueberry, cassis and layers of rich, plushy, dark fruit, anise spice and savoury on the palate. Tannins are full and rich. Drink or hold. Shiraz food pairings: marinated pepper steaks, burgers with blue cheese, chargrilled pork chop, cheddar. Drink: 2021 - 2024 422782 14% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hewitson Baby Bush Mourvèdre 2019, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: From the Barossa Valley, Hewitson Baby Bush 2019 Mourvèdre is supple and seductive on the palate with ripe red berry, raspberry, sweet cherry, spice and mocha-vanilla flavours on the palate. So easy to love... and drink. A portion of the grapes were whole bunch pressed and left on their skins for a couple of weeks. Good now, better in 2022. Mourvèdre food pairings: leg of lamb roast, bison burgers, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2022 - 2026 409029 14% XD 750 mL $30.75 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vallformosa Cultivare Sumoll Samsó 2017, Penedès D.O., Spain: From Domènech Vidal, Vallformosa 2017 is a bright red blend of Sumoll and Samsó (Carignan) wine grapes. The Sumoll grape is indigenous to the Penedès wine region. There are small plantings throughout the region, but the grape is growing in popularity while winemakers focus on indigenous varieties. Look for bright red berry fruit with a touch of spice on the palate. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2021 Berliner Wein Trophy. Sumoll Samsó food pairings: grilled game meats, sausage cassoulet, veal stew. Drink: 2021 - 2024 21460 12.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Caymus -Suisun Grand Durif 2018, Suisun Valley, California, United States: From the Wagner Family of Wines, this is the magnum size (1500 ml) of Caymus Suisun 2018 Durif arriving just in time for the holidays. Darker than night in the glass and fragrant on the nose with blue florals, blueberry, plum, chocolate and toasty oak spice finishing long on the palate. Pour with steaks from the grill. Grand Durif food pairings: games dishes, roast duck, grilled goose sausages. Drink: 2021 - 2028 15431 14.6% XD 1500 mL $139.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Browne Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From the Columbia Valley wine region, Browne Family Vineyards 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is spicy on the nose with black currant, cedar brush and savoury dried herb aromas; dry, full-bodied, concentrated and spicy with brilliant acidity and firm tannins. Needs some time in cellar to marry and mellow. Try in 2023. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast pork, turkey, bison burgers, tourtiere. Drink: 2021 - 2025 20488 13.9% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta La Fuga Brunello di Montalcino 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Tenuta La Fuga 2016 Brunello Di Montalcino is a robust, concentrated and spicy Brunello, with dried cherry, dark fruit, earthy mushroom, dark chocolate, cedar brush spice and sous bois flavours with a mouth-watering finish. Tannins are firm. The wine is promising, but needs some time in cellar, try in 2024. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: rich tomato sauce and ravioli, tomato and beef short rib soup. Drink: 2024 - 2034 212837 15% XD 750 mL $219.00 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cloudline Pinot Noir 2019, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: From Domaine Drouhin, Cloudline 2019 Pinot Noir is elegant and precise with ripe dark cherry, raspberry, smoky herb flavours, smooth, silky and vibrant on the palate. Finishes long with a ripe red berry fruity finish. Pour with roast duck. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast turkey or chicken, rabbit fricassee, grilled beef flat iron steak. Drink: 2021 - 2025 159970 13.5% XD 750 mL $30.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famille Perrin La Gille Gigondas 2019, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France: From the Famille Perrin, La Gille 2019 is a full-bodied, elegant 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah red wine blend produced from grapes sourced in the Gigondas, Rhône Valley wine region. Vines grow in limestone, calcareous marl and sandy soils, giving the Grenache finesse and elegance. After the malolactic fermentation and blending, the wines were aged in oak foudres and barrels for one year. Fragrant on the nose with violets, anise, dark cherry, blueberry, rich dark fruits and cracked pepper flavours on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Pour with veal chops in a wild mushroom sauce. Food pairings: roasted lamb, veal dishes, grilled pork chops, cheese. Drink: 2021 - 2027 906073 14.5% D 750 mL $32.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Col d'Orcia Brunello di Montalcino 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Col d'Orcia 2016 is a deep ruby Brunello di Montalcino produced from low-yielding, organically-grown Sangiovese wine grapes. Dry and vibrant on the palate with pink florals, sweet tart black cherry, cedar brush spice, wild herbs and smoky flavours on the palate. Nicely done, good now better in 2024. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: roast pork, venison stew, lamburgers. Drink: 2022 - 2040 306852 14.5% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casa Silva Gran Terroir de Los Andes Los Lingues Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: Casa Silva Gran Terroir De Los Andes Los Lingues 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from sustainably-grown grapes sourced from the Colchagua Valley. Grapes are selected from three blocks of the oldest vineyards planted in 1997. Most of the wine is aged in barrel with 20% in stainless-steel tanks. Look for bright blueberry, blackberry, dried fine herbs and savoury spice flavours on this smooth, elegant and well-balanced Chilean red. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled venison steaks, steak and kidney pie, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2021 - 2025 575910 14.3% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Treana Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Paso Robles, California, United States: Treana 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by second generation winemaker Austin Hope as a tribute to the three men who he felt contributed to his character and success; his father Chuck, his Uncle Paul and winemaker Chuck Wagner. Rich and full-bodied with ripe blackberries, black cherry, toasty oak spice flavours with balanced acidity and velvety tannins. Good now, but also a great cellaring candidate. Nicely done! Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast pork, grilled steak, BBQ long ribs. Drink: 2021 - 2026 639518 14.6% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fiuza Premium Reserva Alicante Bouschet 2018, Tejo D.O., Portugal: From the Tejo wine region, Fiuza Reserva 2018 Alicante Bouschet is rich and inviting on the nose with blackberry, plum compote dark chocolate and spicy aromas mirrored on the palate balanced with fresh acidity, finishing long and elegant with rounded tannins. The wine was fermented in lagares -- large open vats or troughs usually made of stone - and finished in new French and American oak barrels with 14 months of ageing. Pour with ripe cheeses. Alicante Bouschet food pairings: grilled lamb chops, veal breast roast, roasted root vegetable casserole. Drink: 2021 - 2025 631846 14.2% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Morandé Gran Reserva Carmenère 2019, Maipo Valley, Chile: Morandé Gran Reserva 2019 Carmenère is an excellent value, single-vineyard medium-bodied red wine at $17. Produced from organically-managed vineyards in the Maipo Valley. The wine is fragrant with a mouthful of bright red cherry, red berry, plum, blueberry and savoury herb flavours fresh and juicy on the palate. The wine was aged in large vats with ageing in oak barrel for 16 months. Carmenère food pairings: roasted root vegetable casserole, grilled sausages, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2021 - 2026 371112 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto 2019, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: From Tenuta San Guido, Guidalberto 2019 is a fresh, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon fragrant with violets, lavender and minty aromas; fresh and elegant on the palate with cassis, anise, wild herbs, citrus and saline mineral flavours. Tannins are polished. Produced by the renown Sassicaia winery. Good now, better in 2022. Food pairings: rib eye steak, sirloin tip roast, BBQ side ribs. Drink: 2022 - 2027 72439 12.5% XD 750 mL $81.95 Score: 95/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rustenberg John X Merriman 2019, Simonsberg Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Simonsberg Stellenbosch wine region, Rustenberg's John X Merriman 2019 is a full-bodied and plushy Bordeaux-style red blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc from the estate winery. Fragrant on the nose and vibrant on the palate with black currant, dark plum, cherry, blueberry, cigar box and savoury herb flavours. Good now, but also made for ageing. The wine is named in honour of a former owner of Rustenberg, John Xavier Merriman, who bought the farm in 1892 in sympathy with farmers suffering from the phylloxera crisis. He played a key role in revitalizing Rustenberg and tourism. Food pairings: prime rib roast, roast duck, grilled sausages on the barbie. Drink: 2021 - 2025 707323 14% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2019, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2019 is produced from 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Sangiovese from the Tuscany wine region. Dry, medium-bodied and delicious with cassis, earthy violets, wild herbs, anise spice and mocha flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are structured and elegant. Drink or hold. Food pairings: prime rib, hearty meat stews, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2021 - 2026 147876 12.5% XD 750 mL $43.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Faustino I Gran Reserva 2009, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Faustino I Gran Reserva 2009 is a classic, full-bodied and spicy Rioja red. fragrant with dark spices, savoury herbs, dark plum, cherry, dried fruit and vibrant on the palate. Lovely now but also a good cellaring candidate (five to eight years). Pour with grilled red meats. Food pairings: tomato based meat curries, aged cheeses, braised beef ribs, Porchetta, roast chicken, osso buco. Drink: 2018 - 2026 570267 13% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sassicaia 2018, Bolgheri-Sassicaia, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: From Tenuta San Guido, in Bolgheri, Tuscany wine region, Sassicaia 2018 is a cult Super Tuscan produced from 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, and now a classic in its 50th vintage. Fragrant with ripe plum, chocolate, anise and minty aromas, powerful with ripe red berry, cherry, black olive and spicy flavours lifted and ultra-balanced on the palate. This wine is not just wine, it is an experience. Needs some time in cellar to show its best. Try in 2024. Food pairings: filet mignon, pork tenderloin, pizza, pasta, hard cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2049 27611 14% XD 750 mL $316.00 Score: 98/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stonestreet Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: A medium-plus-bodied, smooth Cabernet Sauvignon with some subtle, rounded tannins and lots of rich, dark fruit that lingering on the palate. Enjoy with braised beef short ribs. Enjoy now and for the next 10 years. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled New York strip loin, hard cheese, braised pork shanks, veal chops. Drink: 2020 - 2030 435099 14.5% XD 750 mL $79.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: This Clare Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is as juicy and lip-smacking as ever. Crafted by one of the most respected producers of red wine in Australia, Kilikanoon Killerman's Run 2016 is excellent value under $20. Plushy and very approachable now with layers of ripe red cherry and dark berry, minty and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: barbecued burgers, smoked brisket, roast chicken. Drink: 2021 - 2025 675223 14% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Gerard Bertrand Grand Terroir Tautavel 2018, Tautavel, Côtes Du Roussillon A.P., France: Roussillon wines and Gerard Bertrand wines in particular are always good bets for good value. This full-bodied smooth red is produced from Syrah, Grenache and Carignan wine grapes with black plum, white pepper, leather, garrigue herbs, cedar spice aromas on the nose and finishing smoky and long on the palate. Nice now and for the next three years. Food pairings: rare steak, rustic stew, game pot pie. Drink: 2020 - 2025 272575 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Torres Celeste Crianza 2017, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Love the pink florals, ripe dark plum and toasty oak aromas on this 100% Tempranillo Crianza produced from grapes sourced in the Ribera del Duero at 900 metres above sea level. Full bodied and fresh with ripe dark fruits, smoked meat, cocoa, vanilla and toasty spice flavours on the palate. Crianza food pairings: grilled steak, pork chops, lamb. Drink: 2020 - 2025 210872 14.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kaiken Ultra Las Rocas Malbec 2018, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Aurelio Montes, a full-bodied and smoky Malbec with layers of blackberry, fleshy black plums, sweet tobacco, dark chocolate and baking spice flavours. Simply delicious and enjoyable now. Pair with grilled steak topped with blue cheese or herb butter. Malbec food pairings: roasted lamb, veal dishes, grilled pork chops, cheese. Drink: 2020 - 2023 50849 14.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Hess Collection Allomi Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley, California, United States: Hess collection Allomi 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from a well-respected Californian winery certified sustainable. The Cabernet Sauvignon wine grapes for Allomi are sourced from their estate Allomi Vineyard. The actual blend is 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Petite Sirah, 5% Malbec, 2% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot, lovely and balanced on the palate with ripe blackberry, dark plum, earthy and toasty oak spice flavours balanced with fresh acidity on the palate. Pour with roast beef. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: gorgonzola topped sirloin, grilled veggies, herb-crusted poultry, hearty meat dishes, hard cheese. Drink: 2021 - 2025 906420 14.5% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mission Hill Family Estate Reserve Meritage 2019, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Mission Hill Reserve 2019 Meritage is a full-bodied, elegant blend of 45% Cabernet Franc, 44% Merlot and 9% Petit Verdot with splashes of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. The blended wine aged 15 months in French and American oak barrels. Beautifully structured and made with crushed raspberry, red berry, dark plum, violets and earthy, smoked meat flavours finishing long balanced with food-friendly acidity. Meritage food pairings: grilled red meat, roast pork, hard cheeses. Drink: 2021 - 2026 633628 14.9% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bastide Miraflors Syrah Grenache 2018, Côtes Du Roussillon, Roussillon A.P., France: From the Côtes Du Roussillon wine region, Bastide Miraflors 2018 is a lush and juicy old vines Syrah and Grenache red wine blend (70/30) produced by Domaine Lafage. The 2018 vintage is full-bodied and flavoursome with ripe red berry, cherry, raspberry, earthy violets, cracked pepper spice flavours with a kiss of smoky vanilla on the palate. Lots of food-friendly acidity here and tannins are firm. Decant two hours prior to pouring with a roast of pork and all the trimmings. Syrah Grenache food pairings: gourmet hamburgers, meat tacos, roast chicken. Drink: 2021 - 2024 320499 14.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Zantho Reserve Zweigelt 2017, Burgenland, Qualitätswein, Austria: From Burgenland, Zantho Reserve 2017 Zweigelt is a rich and elegant medium-bodied red wine with a mouthful of vibrant, cherry and red berry fruit, beautifully balanced with the right amount of acidity. Finishes long and elegant. Zweigelt food pairings: veal cutlets, wild mushroom soup, butternut squash risotto. Drink: 2019 - 2025 21141 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

El Esteco 1946 Old Vines Malbec 2019, Calchaquí Valley, Argentina: El Esteco 1946 2019 Malbec is sourced from Old Vines Malbec planted in the Calchaquí Valley in 1946. Dry, full-bodied and vibrant on the palate with bright red berry, blueberry, plum and savoury herbs. Tannins are fresh. The wine was aged in concrete tank with no oak or wood treatment. Drink or hold. Malbec food pairings: well-marbled steaks from the grill, farmer's pork chops, meat-lover's pizza. Drink: 2021 - 2024 19391 15% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pirramimma Petit Verdot 2017, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Pirramimma 2017 Petit Verdot is a full-bodied red from the McLaren Vale with personality plus. Ripe with dark cherry jam, blackberry, smoked meat, dark spices, olive and smoky vanilla flavours concentrated on the palate. Pour with a slow-braised smoked beef brisket. Also a good cellaring candidate for at least 10 years. Drink or hold. Petit Verdot food pairings: Porterhouse steak, roast beef, smoked brisket. Drink: 2021 - 2025 986752 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Les Hauts de la Gaffelière 2018, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: Les Hauts De La Gaffelière Grand Cru 2018 is a vibrant, medium-plus bodied red blend of 55% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon with a lovely truffley nose, blue florals with red berry fruit, mint, smoke, anise, baking spice and a flinty mineral finish. Tannins are firm. Decant two hours prior to pouring with a bacon-wrapped filet mignon, or try in 2022. Food pairings: roast chicken, duck confit, roast stuffed saddle of rabbit. Drink: 2022 - 2026 648923 13.3% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Langmeil Winery Prime Cut Shiraz 2018, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: From the Barossa Valley, Langmeil Winery Prime Cut 2018 Shiraz is a savoury and supple red with ripe blueberry, plum, mocha, citrus and soft spices on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Easy to enjoy now, but also a good cellaring candidate for the next five years. Shiraz food pairings: grilled rack of lamb, lamb chops, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2021 - 2026 18519 14.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Torbreck Cuvée Juveniles 2019, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Juveniles 2019 is a medium-plus-bodied, intense and juicy blend of Grenache, Mataro (Mourvèdre) and Shiraz from dry-farmed vineyards. Dry, medium-plus-bodied with layers of ripe dark fruit, dark spice, cracked pepper and screaming for a well-marbled ribeye from the grill. The wine is fresh with no oak ageing and as its name suggests, best drunk in its youth. Food pairings: beef prosciutto, black bean soup, blue cheese, lamb shank. Drink: 2021 - 2025 723940 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Penny's Hill The Specialized Shiraz Cabernet Merlot 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From the McLaren Vale wine region, Penny's Hill, The Specialized 2018, is a vegan-friendly, fresh and juicy medium-plus-bodied red blend of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Fragrant on the nose with ripe plum, blueberry, dark cherry, clove and cedar brush spice rich and lingering on the palate. Drink or hold. Shiraz Cabernet Merlot food pairings: tourtiere, gourmet burgers, lamb chops. Drink: 2021 - 2025 15976 14.5% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Earthquake Zinfandel 2018, Lodi, California, United States: Produced by Michael David Winery, Earthquake 2018 is a robust and juicy Zin created from some of the oldest Zinfandel vines in Lodi. Dry, rich and a mouthful of raspberry, strawberry leather, blackberry, cinnamon, mocha, smoked meat and toasty oak flavours long on the palate. The name of the wine comes from the fact that the grapes are sourced from vines planted around the time of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Pour with smoky ribs from the grill. Zinfandel food pairings: aged cheddar, grilled lamb loin, grilled duck breast, Italian sausage burgers. Drink: 2021 - 2026 59717 15% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: From the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Quails' Gate Stewart Family 2018 Pinot Noir is fragrant with ripe cherry, earthy and spicy aromas on the nose; dry, medium-bodied with beautifully-balanced acidity to fruit showing ripe dark cherry, red berry, blueberry, earthy, savoury and spicy flavours so silky and elegant on the palate. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: duck confit, coq au vin, beef bourguignon. Drink: 2022 - 2026 639658 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dievole Novecento Riserva Chianti Classico 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Dievole Novecento Riserva 2016 Chianti Classico is a full-bodied, vibrant and vivacious 95% Sangiovese, 3% Canaiolo and 2% Colorino red wine blend, rich and elegant with layers of dark fruit, smoky spices and grilled herbs velvety, long and crisp on the palate. The wine was fermented in cement tank and aged in oak barrels for 17 months. Drink or hold. Chianti Classico food pairings: roast duck, grilled chicken breast, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2021 - 2024 213926 13.5% XD 750 mL $45.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cantina Zaccagnini Tralcetto Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2019, Abruzzo D.O.C., Italy: From the Abruzzo wine region, Zaccagnini Tralcetto 2019 Montepulciano D'abruzzo is excellent value at $18. Produced from 100% Montepulciano, the wine is rich, robust and structured. Look for ripe dark plum, cherry, blackberry, smoked meat and dark spice flavours on the palate. Pour with Pecorino and smoked cheeses. Wine grower Marcello Zaccagnini founded this winery in 1978. Montepulciano D'abruzzo food pairings: Mexican mole, grilled sirloin steak, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2026 396382 12.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Frog's Leap Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Rutherford, Napa Valley wine region, Frog's Leap 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic California Cab, fragrant with ripe blackberry, black currant, smoky plum aromas; dry, medium-plus-bodied and vibrant with dark cherry, leather and spice concentrated on the palate. Tannins are pleasantly grippy. Good now, better in 2022. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hearty meat dishes, hard cheese, braised pork shanks, sizzling New York strip steaks. Drink: 2022 - 2038 27254 13.6% D 750 mL $84.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Cesari Costa di Rose Rosé 2020, Rubicone, Emilia Romagna I.G.T., Italy: Produced by Umberto Cesari, Cesari Costa Di Rosé (2020) is a dry, bright and medium-bodied rosé produced from 100% Sangiovese from the Emilia Romagna wine region. Easy-drinking and juicy with flavours of bright red cherry, pink florals vibrant on the palate. Enjoy with smoked salmon or charcuterie and creamy cheeses. Rosé food pairings: pasta Primavera, grilled chicken, veal brochettes. Drink: 2021 - 2022 21608 12.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaines Ott Château de Selle Rosé 2020, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: This is the magnum size (1500 ml) of Domaines Ott Château De Selle Cru classé 2020. A dry, medium-bodied Côtes De Provence rosé, mouth-filling with ripe peach, strawberry, citrus zest and flinty mineral flavours long and vibrant on the palate. A top-notch rosé to be enjoyed now and for next year. Produced from Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Mourvèdre wine grapes. Rosé food pairings: cold roast chicken, salads with goat cheese and fresh red berries, smoked trout. Drink: 2021 - 2022 490888 13% XD 1500 mL $114.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château d'Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé 2020, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: From the Côtes De Provence wine region, you can never have enough of Château d'Esclans' Whispering Angel rosé (2020) and this magnum format (1500 ml) is perfect for holiday entertaining. A beautiful pale coral in the glass, delicate on the nose with ripe apple, pink grapefruit aromas, juicy and creamy on the palate with apple, ripe peach, pink grapefruit flavours. Rosé food pairings: creamy cheeses, baked maple ham, charcuterie, seafood canapes. Drink: 2021 - 2022 491019 13% XD 1500 mL $66.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Gérard Bertrand Côte des Roses Rosé 2020, Languedoc A.P., France: From the Languedoc wine region, Gérard Bertrand Côte Des Roses is such a pretty rosé, from bottle to palate, and the 375 ml size is the perfect size to share with that special someone over brunch or before a main meal. Pale pink in the glass, fragrant with pink florals, red berry, citrus and a kiss of spice fresh on the palate. Rosé food pairings: salads, creamy cheeses and baguette, steamed freshwater shrimp and watercress buns. Drink: 2021 - 2022 11234 13% XD 375 mL $10.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaines Ott Château De Selle Rosé 2020, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: Domaines Ott Château De Selle Cru classé 2020 is a dry, medium-bodied Côtes De Provence rosé, mouth-filling with ripe peach, strawberry, citrus zest and flinty mineral flavours with a long and vibrant finish. A top-notch rosé to be enjoyed now and through 2022. Produced from Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Mourvèdre wine grapes. Rosé food pairings: egg dishes, fresh steamed freshwater shrimp stuffed avocado, spring salads. Drink: 2021 - 2022 74617 12.5% XD 750 mL $52.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Andrea Biasiotto Millesimato Extra Dry Prosecco 2019, Prosecco D.O.C., Italy: Andrea Biasiotto Millesimato 2019 Prosecco is an extra dry bubble and great value under $20. Smooth and zesty with lovely lemon zest, pink grapefruit, pear and apple flavours crisp and clean on the palate. Very versatile, chill and enjoy with pasta Primavera, fish tacos or on its own. Prosecco food pairings: green salads topped with goat cheeses, charcuterie, grilled shellfish canapes, sushi, mild cheeses, prosciutto, veggies and dip. Drink: 2021 - 2023 516559 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nicolas Maillart Platine 1er Cru Brut Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Nicolas Maillart Platine Premier Cru Champagne is rich on the nose with bright strawberry, raspberry, fine herb, citrus and spice, mouth-filling and zesty with an elegant and persistent mousse with lingering red berry flavours on the palate. Champagne food pairings: oysters on the half shell, brunch fare, cold roast chicken sandwiches. Drink: 2021 - 2025 244103 12% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Billecart-Salmon Extra Brut Champagne 2009, Champagne A.C., France: Billecart-Salmon 2009 vintage Champagne is extra dry, intense and juicy with a persistent mousse of ripe red berry, apple, citrus zest, toasty, mouth-filling and vibrant on the palate. A rich bubble produced from 40% Pinot Noir, 27% Pinot Meunier with the balance in Chardonnay. Champagne food pairings: seafood salads, smoked salmon on baguette, brunch fare. Drink: 2021 - 2024 21546 12% XD 750 mL $126.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mionetto Extra Dry Rosé Millesimato Prosecco 2020, Veneto, Prosecco D.O.C., Italy: Mionetto Millesimato 2020 Prosecco rosé is a vegan-friendly dryish bubble produced from Glera and Pinot Noir grapes, and great value under $20. Pretty on the nose with citrus florals, red berry and nougat aromas; well-balanced with a fine mousse of red berry, grapefruit zest, orchard fruit and baked pie flavours fresh on the palate. Mionetto Winery was founded by Francesco Mionetto in 1887. Rosé Millesimato Prosecco food pairings: sushi, Korean-style chicken drumettes and pork ribs, brunch fare. Drink: 2021 - 2023 21046 11% MD 750 mL $19.80 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pommery Royal Brut Rosé Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Pommery Royal NV is always a crowd-pleaser. Produced from 34% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Meunier and 33% Pinot Noir, elegant with ripe red berry, puffed pastry dough, citrus and crisp mineral flavours fresh with a bright and persistent mousse. This offering comes with an equally pretty gift box (hint, hint). Rosé Champagne food pairings: quiche, green salads, creamy cheeses, fried chicken, smoked salmon eggs Benedict, grilled prawns. Drink: 2021 - 2023 234112 13% D 750 mL $79.95 Score: 95/100. October 2021. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: A robust and complex Champagne from one of the region's top producers. Bollinger always delivers and this special cuvee is no exception. Aromas of freshly baked bread, lemon zest and toasted almond. Pair with oysters. Champagne food pairings: Alaskan king crab, pasta with cheese-based sauce, white turkey meat, lamb stew. Drink: 2022 - 2033 384529 12.5% D 750 mL $91.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Juve y Camps Pinot Noir Brut Rosé Cava, Cava D.O., Spain: A robust, muscular non-vintage Pinot Noir Brut Rose sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir grapes, thus the dark hue and deep flavour of cherry and dark berries. Pair with hard cheeses. Pinot Noir Brut Rosé Cava food pairings: tapas, charcuteries, nuts, fruit flan. Drink: 2021 - 2022 385088 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Lundy Manor Proprietor's Blend 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: An interesting blend of barrel-fermented Chardonnay, skin-fermented Gewürz and a splash of Sauvignon Blanc brought up in acacia wood which adds exotic florals to the blend. Lundy Manor's Proprietor's Blend 2017 is soft and juicy with ripe golden apple, peach, soft citrus and vanilla flavours on the palate with a light mineral finish. Nicely done. Food pairings: pan-fried panfish, fish tacos, grilled chicken. Drink: 2019 - 2022 579961 12% M 750 mL $18.95 Score: 87/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Laroche Les Vaudevey Chablis 1Er Cru 2018, Burgundy A.C., France: A vibrant, medium-bodied, earthy, stony, mineral-laden premier cru Chablis. Made for oysters on the half shell. Needs time to unwind. Good now, better in a couple of years. Chablis 1Er Cru food pairings: raw oysters on the half shell with a raspberry mignonette, fresh steamed shrimp, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2022 - 2028 416057 13% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wakefield Winery Jaraman Chardonnay 2018, Clare Valley, Margaret River, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield Jaraman 2018 Chardonnay is a gorgeous, mouth-filling Chard with ginger and baking spices aromas on the nose; dry, medium-bodied with ripe red apple, quince, yellow plum, lemon-lime zest, baking spice creamy and vibrant on the palate. Very versatile and food friendly, pour with roast chicken, pork or veal chops. Drink or hold. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, grilled lobster tails, smoked fish on baguette. Drink: 2021 - 2024 18921 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Stewart Family Chardonnay 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Quails' Gate Stewart Family Reserve 2018 Chardonnay is a dry, medium-bodied, rich and mouth-filling Chard. vibrant with ripe apple, pear, buttery brioche, smoky, toasty spices and flinty mineral flavours long on the palate. Grapes were whole-cluster pressed and fermented in new and previous-use French oak barrels for 11 months and left to age on the lees with some bâtonnage. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken salad or poached salmon with a caper butter sauce, grilled cheese sandwiches. Drink: 2021 - 2026 639641 13% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Closson Chase K.J. Watson Vineyard Pinot Gris 2019, Four Mile Creek, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Closson Chase K.J. Watson Vineyard 2019 Pinot Gris is a mouth-watering PG produced by winemaker, Keith Tyers. Pale gold in the glass, with aromas of honeysuckle, melon and fresh herbs on the nose. Produced entirely in stainless steel tanks with no oak treatment, this is a vibrant, medium-bodied white wine. Pour with herbed quiches, pork schnitzels and schupfnudeln. Pinot Gris food pairings: roast chicken, pan fried haddock fillets, pasta with cream sauce, salads. Drink: 2021 - 2023 469445 12.3% XD 750 mL $24.00 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Le Vieux Pin Ava 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Le Vieux Pin Ava 2018 is a rich, generous and ultra-balanced, full-bodied white wine blend of 50% Roussanne with the balance in Viognier and Marsanne. Aged in concrete, stainless-steel tank and neutral wood barrels, the wine is creamy and full on the palate with ripe apple, quince, nougat, citrus, dried fine herbs, subtle baking spices and baked pastry flavours. The winery suggests a food pairing of herb-crusted quail or chicken with corn bread stuffing. Drink or hold. Food pairings: pork tenderloin Wellington, pan-fried scallops, chicken tournedos. Drink: 2021 - 2024 19917 13.6% XD 750 mL $43.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Paulett Wines Watervale Semillon 2019, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: From Clare Valley wine region, Watervale 2019 Semillon is dry, medium-bodied and fresh with lemon meringue pie, quince, fine herbs, savoury spices and briny, flinty mineral flavours. Delicious with beautifully-balanced acidity and a long comfy finish. Drink or hold. Semillon food pairings: salads topped with chilled fresh shrimp, grilled prawns, pan-fried panfish. Drink: 2021 - 2026 19907 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tezaur Jidvei Feteasca Regala Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Târnave, Transylvania D.O.C., Romania: Tezaur Jidvei 2019 is an equal blend of the local Feteasca Regala and Sauvignon Blanc. Dry, medium-bodied and vibrant on the palate with ripe yellow apple, plum, fine herbs and lemon-lime zest wrapped up with food-friendly acidity. Pour with pan-fried panfish. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2020 Concours Mondial du Sauvignon. Feteasca Regala Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pan-fried trout, calamari, bouillabaisse. Drink: 2021 - 2022 617340 12.3% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Arterra Chardonnay 2018, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, Arterra 2018 Chardonnay is buttery and toasty on the nose; dry, elegant and creamy on the palate with ripe tropical fruit, ripe pear, apple, baking spice flavours and balanced with good acidity for food. Chill and enjoy with grilled chicken dishes. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, seafood chowder. Drink: 2021 - 2023 577007 13.5% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Concannon Vineyard Chardonnay 2018, Monterey County, California, United States: From Monterey County, California, Concannon Vineyard 2018 Chardonnay is a toasty Chard with ripe red apple, lemon curd, peach, butter and nutty flavours creamy on the palate. This wine was aged sur lie in American oak barrels. Founded in 1883, Concannon is the oldest family-run winery in the United States. Chardonnay food pairings: turkey tournedos, seafood chowders, sauteed halibut with lemon butter. Drink: 2021 - 2024 18620 14.6% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rabl Löss Grüner Veltliner 2019, Langenlois, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: From Langenlois, Kamptal wine region, Rabl Löss 2019 Grüner Veltliner is dry and zesty with fresh pear, tart apple, fine herb and white pepper flavours finishing long on a mineral note. The Rabl family have been growing grapes in the Kamptal region of northeast Austria for over 300 years. This Grüner is sourced from loose, sandy soils known locally as "löss." Grüner Veltliner food pairings: seafood dishes, veal schnitzel, poached whitefish with a squeeze of lemon juice. Drink: 2021 - 2024 295709 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Antica A26 Chardonnay 2019, Atlas Peak, Napa Valley, California, United States: Produced by Antinori, the Chardonnay grapes for Antica A26 2019 Chardonnay are sourced from the same vineyards as the Mountain Select release. This Chard is rich and full on the palate concentrated with ripe honeysuckle, stone fruit, toasty and spicy flavours. Pour with roast chicken. Drink or hold. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled lobster tails with lemon-garlic butter, grilled pork tenderloin, pan-fried oysters and tempura vegetables. Drink: 2021 - 2024 18628 14.5% XD 750 mL $79.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Covela Edição Nacional Avesso 2019, Vinho Verde D.O.C., Portugal: From the Vinho Verde wine region, Covela Avesso Edição Nacional 2019 is produced from organically-grown Avesso wine grapes with vineyards overlooking the Douro River. Fragrant with white florals and citrusy on the nose; on the palate, the wine zesty with orange, lemon, ripe peach matched with bracing acidity. The wine was fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with ageing on its fine lees for six months. Avesso food pairings: pan-fried panfish, grilled chicken, seafood stew. Drink: 2021 - 2024 524868 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sons of Eden Freya Riesling 2019, Eden Valley, South Australia, Australia: Sons of Eden, Freya 2019 Riesling is produced from grapes sourced from 44 year-old-vines in Craneford and from 21 year-old-vines in High Eden. Grapes are whole-bunch pressed and the wine is intense with citrus florals, lime-lemon zest and ripe melon balanced with crunchy acidity. Riesling food pairings: veal schnitzels, grilled chicken dishes, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2021 - 2030 12652 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vignerons de Buxy Buissonnier Montagny 2018, Montagny, Burgundy A.C., France: Vignerons De Buxy Buissonnier 2018 Chardonnay is a vibrant, lip-smacking Chardonnay from the Montagny in Burgundy's Chalonnaise region. Vines thrive in chalky clay soils and produce elegant Chardonnays, fragrant with white florals, lemon curd and ripe apple aromas. This example is rich on the palate with ripe apple, pear, citrus zest, fine dried herbs and mineral flavours silky on the palate. Made entirely in stainless-steel tank to retain the wine's fresh fruit flavours. Food pairings: grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, fresh steamed crab. Drink: 2021 - 2024 382879 12.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 2020, Loire A.C., France: Pascal Jolivet 2020 Sancerre is a bone-dry, mouth-watering Sauvignon Blanc with lime zest and crisp mineral flavours on the palate. Grapes were sourced from several parcels and vinified separately prior to the final blend. Sancerre food pairings: grilled shellfish, mussel hotpot, clams vongole. Drink: 2021 - 2023 264945 12.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Brotte Bord Elegance Laudun Côtes du Rhône-Villages Blanc 2019, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: From Brotte, Bord Elegance Laudun 2019 is a Côtes du Rhône Village-Laudun, produced from mostly Grenache Blanc. Dry, elegant and harmonious with ripe apricot, peach, tropical fruit, citrus zest and spicy flavours that finish long on the palate. Chill and enjoy with a seafood chowder or grilled lobster tails. Côtes Du Rhône-Villages Blanc food pairings: crab cakes with tartar sauce, fish tacos, seafood Shepherd's pie. Drink: 2021 - 2022 644385 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Paternoster Vulcanico Falanghina 2019, Basilicata I.G.T., Italy: From the Basilicata wine region, Paternoster Vulcanico 2019 Falanghina is produced by the world-renown, Tommasi. The wine is fragrant, dry, medium-bodied and juicy with white florals, lemon-lime zest and fine herbs matched with mouth-watering acidity. Chill and enjoy with seafood. Falanghina food pairings: seafood dishes, calamari, grilled chicken, grilled fish. Drink: 2021 - 2023 19691 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Michel Lynch Réserve Graves 2019, Graves, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Graves, Bordeaux wine region, Michel lynch Reserve 2019 is a crisp and zesty, low-yield blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. The wine is partially wood-aged. Fragrant on the nose with ripe quince, fine herbs and pear aromas; dry, medium-bodied with ripe peach, plum, toasted nut and a briny mineral finish. Jean-Michel Cazes is the current winemaker. Food pairings: pan-fried trout, seafood chowder, fish and chips. Drink: 2021 - 2024 20901 12.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Gabriel Meffre Laurus Côtes du Rhône Blanc 2018, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: From the Côtes Du Rhône wine region, Gabriel Meffre Laurus 2018 is a lush, textured and medium-bodied white wine blend of 32% Viognier, 23% Roussanne, 22% Grenache with the balance in Marsanne and Clairette. Fragrant and elegant with ripe peach, exotic white florals, orange citrus, ginger spice, zesty and toasty on the palate. Amazing value at $20! Drinking beautifully now. Food pairings: grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, ginger duck, turkey. Drink: 2021 - 2022 376574 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Clos Pegase Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay 2019, Carneros, Napa Valley, California, United States: From the Carneros, Napa Valley wine region, Clos Pegase Mitsuko's Vineyard 2019 Chardonnay is produced from estate-grown grapes. The vines of Mitsuko's Vineyard are cooled by ocean breezes from San Pablo Bay, allowing the grapes to maintain balance and freshness as they ripen. Look for ripe apricot, key lime pie, nutty and toasty flavours finishing long on a mineral note. Elegant and fresh with amazing food-friendly acidity. Pour with brown-butter sauteed sea scallops with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Drink or hold. Chardonnay food pairings: spinach and pepper jack stuffed chicken, lobster in butter sauce, toasted ravioli served with Alfredo sauce, pan-fried cod with lemon butter sauce. Drink: 2021 - 2024 986737 14.1% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Chanson Père & Fils Montmains Chablis 1er Cru 2018, Montmains, Burgundy A.C., France: Chanson Père & Fils 2018 Premier Cru Chablis is bone-dry, vibrant and concentrated on the palate with fresh pear, citrus, nut and chalky flavours and finishes looooong. Made for fresh seafood and shellfish dishes. Chablis 1Er Cru food pairings: pan-fried panko oyster poor boy buns, green salads topped with chilled fresh steamed shrimp, grilled chicken Dijonnaise. Drink: 2021 - 2024 485318 13% XD 750 mL $45.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Forager Western Cape White 2020, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Forager 2020 is a Western Cape White wine blend of 82% Chenin Blanc and 18% Grenache Blanc from Wellington and Paarl wine regions. The wine is dry, medium-bodied with juicy acidity, lots of ripe peach, lanolin, fine herb and citrusy flavours finishing long on the palate. Amazing value at $15. White food pairings: grilled chicken, pork chops, veal medallions in mushroom sauce. Drink: 2021 - 2023 21114 14% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2019, California, United States: Kendall-Jackson 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is bright and tangy with a mouthful of ripe stone fruit, pineapple, grapefruit and mineral flavours on the palate. Chill and enjoy with crab cakes and grilled prawns. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads topped with herbed goat cheese, pan-fried panko oysters, herbed flatbreads, crab cakes and garlic aioli. Drink: 2021 - 2022 459552 13.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Coppola 93rd Awards Chardonnay 2019, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: From the Russian River Valley, Coppola 93rd Awards 2019 Chardonnay is a limited-edition Chard produced to celebrate the 93rd Academy Awards. Dry, elegant with apple, white-fleshed stone fruit, toasty oak flavours creamy and full on the palate. The Russian River Valley climate is largely influenced by the fogs that roll in from the nearby Pacific Ocean each evening. This cools down the vineyards where daytime temperatures can reach 35 to 40 degrees Celsius allowing grapes to ripen evenly while retaining their natural acidity. In 2019, California was drought free; winter and spring rains provided sufficient moisture to midsummer and irrigation was not needed until July. This, and a mild growing season, allowed the grapes to evenly ripen and resulted in excellent quality of fruit. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, grilled pork tenderloin, lobster bisque. Drink: 2021 - 2024 21841 14% XD 750 mL $119.95 Score: 91/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ironstone Reserve Viognier 2018, Sierra Foothills, California, United States: From the Sierra Foothills of California, Ironstone Reserve 2018 Viognier is produced from estate-grown grapes. Lovely texture and creaminess on this Rhône Valley varietal grown in California. Luxurious with tropical fruit, honeyed citrus, toffee and ginger spice flavours. Chill and enjoy with a seafood pot pie. Viognier food pairings: roast chicken, orange duck, grilled pork tenderloin and ginger chutney. Drink: 2021 - 2023 18633 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Markham Napa Valley Chardonnay 2018, Napa Valley, California, United States: Markham 2018 Chardonnay is a classic full-bodied California Chard with tropical fruit, ripe apple, lemon curd, cream, buttered toast and baking spice flavours on the palate. Drinking beautifully now. Pour with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled pork tenderloin, seafood dishes, seafood mixed grill. Drink: 2021 - 2022 747006 13.5% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier Scharzhofberger Riesling 2019, Mosel Prädikatswein, Germany: Bischöfliche Weingüter Trier Scharzhofberger 2019 Riesling Kabinett is a mouth-filling Mosel Riesling, mouth-watering with lime-lemon zest, grapefruit, apricot, slate and briny mineral flavours on the palate -- a total tasting experience. Pair with smoked fish. Drink or hold. Riesling food pairings: mild spicy foods, sauteed pork tenderloin with apple sauce, veal medallions and poached pears. Drink: 2021 - 2028 670752 8.5% M 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fess Parker Parker West Vineyard Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay 2018, Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County, California, United States: From Santa Rita Hills, Santa Barbara County wine region, Fess Parker, Parker West Vineyard 2018 Chardonnay is crisp and clean with bright apple, white florals, lemon zest and white pepper spice on the palate. Fresh and lively, pour with fish tacos and crab cakes. Drink or hold. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled pork chops, fish tacos, lobster bisque, salmon patties. Drink: 2021 - 2025 18629 14.2% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 94/100. October 2021. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

La Cappuccina Soave 2019, Venento D.O.C., Italy: La Cappuccina 2019 Soave is produced from 100% Garganega and is excellent value at $18. From the Veneto wine region, this example is spicy with fresh almond, citrus, hawthorn and flinty mineral flavours on the palate. Chill and enjoy with pan-fried trout. Soave food pairings: prosciutto and melon, seafood stuffed ravioli, lobster scampi with garlic and butter. Drink: 2021 - 2023 81489 12% D 750 mL $18.00 Score: 88/100. October 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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