Dessert Wine
Warre's Quinta da Cavadinha Vintage Port 2006, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: A delicious vintage port, elegant and well-structured with rich raspberry, smoky dark cherry fruit with sweet baking spice, dried raisin and currants. Tannins are silky smooth. Port food pairings: pecan pie, pavlova, bread pudding, chocolate mousse. Drink: 2023 - 2040 189605 20% S 750 mL $61.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Henry of Pelham Special Select Late Harvest Vidal 2019, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Henry of Pelham, Special Select Late Harvest 2019 Vidal is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the Niagara wine region. This lovely, sweet dessert wine is lush with orange blossom, ripe apricot, peach compote, citrus zest flavours balanced with vibrant acidity, silky and fresh on the palate. A perfect little after dinner treat for two (375 ml) The Vidal grapes for this vintage were sourced from estate vineyards in the Short Hills Bench that were fermented and aged in stainless steel tank. Chill and enjoy with a fruit cup or on its own. Vidal food pairings: fresh fruit or fruit-based desserts and strong cheeses. Drink: 2022 - 2027 395228 10% S 375 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cotnari Grasa De Cotnari 2020, Cotnari, Moldavia D.O.C., Romania: Grasa De Cotnari (2020) is a botrytis-affected semi-sweet dessert wine with apricot compote, praline and candied citrus peel flavours vibrant and rounded on the palate. Made in Romania, the total plantings of Grasa grapevines is about 450 hectares. The first archaeological evidence of grapevines and wine in this area was in the Neolithic period, 5,500-2,700 BC. Food pairings: blue-vein cheeses, roasted nuts, apricot galette. Drink: 2023 - 2027 73205 11.5% S 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Southbrook Vineyards Canadian Cassis, Ontario, Canada: Southbrook Canadian Cassis (375ml) is a deliciously sweet dessert wine produced from fruit sourced from family-owned farms in the Niagara wine region in Ontario. Rich and smooth with blackberry flavours vibrant on the palate, this fortified wine is perfect with fresh-fruit tarts, or top up your sparkling wine with it for a Canadian-style Kir royale. Canadian Cassis food pairings: brambleberry pie, dark chocolate, salted caramels. 339044 13.5% S 375 mL $22.95 Score: 88/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
G. Marquis Silver Line Riesling Icewine 2016, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: G. Marquis Silver Line 2016 (200ml) is a Canadian Riesling Icewine, lush, sweet and full-bodied with ripe stone fruit, candied citrus peel and dried fruit flavours balanced with brilliant acidity on the palate. Finishes luxuriously long, chill and enjoy it with ripe blue cheeses or rich desserts. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2019 Six Nations Wine Challenge. Riesling Icewine food pairings: apple dumplings, pear saffron cake, fruit tarte. Drink: 2023 - 2026 34905 10% S 200 mL $36.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Cameleon Malbec 2021, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina: From Domaine Bousquet, Cameleon 2021 Malbec is vegan-friendly and produced from organically-grown grapes. The wine is dry, full-bodied, fragrant and intense on the palate with ripe blueberry, mulberry, plum, anise and subtle spicy flavours beautifully balanced with fresh acidity. Drink or hold. Malbec food pairings: meats from the grill, BBQ ribs, game sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2023 - 2026 24875 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rucahue Cayetano Gran Reserva Cabernet Franc 2019, Maule Valley, Chile: Rucahue Cayetano Gran Reserva 2019 Cabernet Franc is a vibrant and juicy red from a warm vintage, but fresh with edgy acidity to match the ripe dark raspberry, fine herbs, flinty mineral and pepper spice flavours on its full-bodied frame. Grapes were sourced from the Central Valley that experienced daytime temperatures over 40 degrees Celsius (Yikes!) and the vintage was harvested 10 days earlier than normal. Cabernet Franc food pairings: veal chops, lamb kebabs, roast mushroom stuffed quail. Drink: 2023 - 2028 30995 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tommasi Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico 2020, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Tommasi Rafaèl 2020 Valpolicella Classico Superiore is a great value fruity, full-bodied, traditional Corvina, Rondinella and Molina red blend at $20. Fragrant with fresh red berries, cherry, fine herb, vanilla, baking spice flavours and peppery notes on nose and palate. Beautifully balanced with fresh acidity, tannins are medium and fine-grained. The wine was matured for 15 months in Slavonian oak casks. Produced from a fourth-generation family estate founded in 1902 with holdings of 260 acres in the Valpolicella Classico zone. Valpolicella Classico food pairings: hard cheeses, spaghetti Bolognese, veal piccata. Drink: 2023 - 2025 23259 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pio Cesare Nebbiolo 2020, Langhe, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: Pio Cesare 2020 is a Langhe Nebbiolo that is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with liquorice, red berry, earthy and flinty mineral flavours finishing with an orange zest twist. Tannins are fine and elegant. Enjoy now to 2030. Nebbiolo food pairings: roast beef, roast goose, venison ragu. Drink: 2023 - 2030 32491 14.5% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Aurelio Settimo Barolo 2017, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Aurelio Settimo 2017 Barolo is produced from sustainably-grown Nebbiolo grapes from the estate-owned vineyards of Aurelio Settimo in the heart of the Barolo wine region. The wine is dry, full-bodied and velvety on the palate, fresh and inviting with aromas of pink rose petals, dried strawberry, cedar spice with a citrus twist lingering on the finish. Drink, hold or cellar to 2030. Barolo food pairings: roast beef, steaks from the grill, lamb chops. Drink: 2023 - 2033 291559 14% XD 750 mL $57.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Delas Saint-Esprit 2021, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Delas Saint-Esprit 2021 consistently overdelivers at $20. A beautifully balanced, dry and full-bodied red wine blend of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault lush and juicy with pink florals, violets, ripe dark cherry, raspberry, dried sweet tobacco leaf, anise and cracked black pepper spice with a textured and long, harmonious finish. Considering the difficult growing season the Côtes Du Rhône experienced in 2021, this wine is very nicely done. Food pairings: prime rib roast, pulled pork sammies, grilled meats in a black bean sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2024 729962 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Langmeil Winery Prime Cut Shiraz 2021, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: From Barossa, Langmeil Winery Prime Cut 2021 Shiraz is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, fruity and fragrant red with bright red berry, anise, ripe dark plum, dark cherry and savoury herb flavours fresh on the palate and finishing on a spicy note. Pour with prime cuts of beef from the grill. Drink or hold. Shiraz food pairings: grilled rack of lamb, lamb chops, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2023 - 2028 18519 14.5% XD 750 mL $23.00 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Wolf Pinot Noir 2021, Pfalz Qualitätswein, Germany: Villa Wolf 2021 Pinot Noir is an excellent value PN from the Pfalz wine region. Produced by renown winemaker, Ernst Loosen, the wine is dry, elegant with bright red berry, cherry, earthy, smoky and spicy flavours awash with brilliant acidity on the palate. Lightly chill and sip on its own, or enjoy it any day of the week with grilled chicken and veal dishes. Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb cutlets, veal ribs, roast chicken. Drink: 2023 - 2026 22141 12% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Speck Brothers Family Tree The Boxer's Ghost Pinot Noir 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Speck Brothers Family Tree The Boxer's Ghost 2022 Pinot Noir is produced with sustainably-grown grapes sourced from several vineyards in the Niagara Peninsula wine region. Dry, medium-bodied and elegant, look for dark cherry, earthy florals, wild herbs, spicy, generous and hauntingly good on the palate :). Great value at $20. Pinot Noir food pairings: tourtiere, gourmet burgers, lamb chops from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2026 30622 13.3% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Terroir Daronton 2020, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France: From the Gigondas, Rhône wine region, Terroir Daronton 2020 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 77% Grenache, 15% Syrah and 8% Mourvèdre. Youthful but harmonious, the wine is rich and plushy on the palate with ripe red berry, bright cherry and spiced plum flavours. Tannins are grippy. Enjoy it with rosemary and garlic rubbed lamb chops from the grill. Drink or hold. Food pairings: lamb chops, vegetarian lasagne, pork tenderloin from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2028 34102 13.5% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château De Sales 2021, Pomerol, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Héritiers de Lambert, Château De Sales 2021 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied and refined red Bordeaux blend of 83% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. The wine is rich, powerful and brilliant with dark berry, plum, black currant and crushed black raspberry flavours fresh on the palate. Tannins are fine and the wine is just beginning to come into its own. Drink or cellar from 2024 thru to 2034. From one of the largest family-owned properties in Pomerol with over five centuries in winemaking. Direct descendants of the Sauvanelles, the Lambert heirs and their children are the current owners of Château de Sales. Food pairings: prime rib, crown roast of pork, rack of lamb. Drink: 2023 - 2033 31882 13.5% XD 750 mL $55.30 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château de Tréviac 2020, Corbières, Languedoc A.P., France: From the sub-appellation of Corbières in the Languedoc wine region, Château de Tréviac 2020 is an amazing value 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache red wine blend at $18. Dry, full-bodied and drinking delicious now, look for ripe dark berry fruit, plum, dark cherry, savoury herbs and cracked pepper spice flavours on this generous southern France red. The wine finishes with a lingering flinty mineral finish and tannins are velvety. Absolutely lovely now, enjoy it with grilled lamb dishes. Food pairings: roast leg of lamb, filet mignon, grilled meats. Drink: 2023 - 2025 670505 14.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano 2018 Chianti Classico is a savoury, medium-bodied Tuscan red produced from the Sangiovese grape. An excellent Chianti, bright and focussed with layers of bright cherry, blackberry, plum, chocolate and wild herb flavours mouth-watering on the palate. Tannins are structured. Good now, better in 2024 or cellar to 2032. Enjoy with a cheesy pizza or vegetarian lasagne. Chianti Classico food pairings: game roasts, meaty lasagnes, meat-lover's pizza, Bistecca Florentine. Drink: 2024 - 2034 10360 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Branas Grand Poujeaux 2019, Moulis En Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Moulis En Médoc, Bordeaux wine region, Château Branas Grand Poujeaux 2019 is a heady, elegant and deeply expressive Bordeaux red blend of 75% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance in Petit Verdot. The wine was aged in 60% new and 40% second-fill French oak barrels for up to 16 months. Dry, medium-plus-bodied, fruity and floral with rose petal, dark black cherry, blue plum, blueberry, dark chocolate, fine herb, minty and well-integrated oak spice flavours, beautifully balanced acidity and fine-grained, velvety tannins. A beautiful, powerful and elegant Bordeaux that will continue to evolve in bottle. Enjoy from 2025 or cellar to 2040. Food pairings: grilled bavette steak, pork tenderloin, lamb kebabs. Drink: 2025 - 2043 34383 14% XD 750 mL $65.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Divergence Gamay Noir 2021, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The Gamay Noir grapes for Divergence 2021 were sourced from the Wismer Wingfield Vineyard on the Twenty Mile Bench. This dry, medium-bodied Gamay is fragrant with brambleberry, dark cherry, anise, earthy and spicy pepper notes on the nose and textured on the palate with a zesty, lingering finish. Lovely now, enjoy it with a three-pepper rubbed steak from the grill. Gamay Noir food pairings: pepper steak, veal cutlets, lamb kebabs. Drink: 2023 - 2026 34902 12.2% XD 750 mL $28.00 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Trasqua Chianti Classico 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Villa Trasqua 2018 Chianti Classico is a dry, medium-bodied, fragrant and fruity Chianti produced from organically-grown Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Lovely and fresh with violets, pink florals, bright cherry, dried fine herbs so flavourful and bright on the palate. Villa Trasqua was established in 1965. Chianti Classico food pairings: wild mushroom risotto, veal parmigiana, roast turkey. Drink: 2023 - 2027 121160 14.2% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Valdemar Inspiración 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Inspiración 2019 is a modern-style, dry, medium-bodied and silky Rioja red wine blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano grapes. Fragrant with ripe dark cherry, blackberry, tobacco leaf, cocoa and toasty oak spice flavours, elegant, long and fresh on the palate, it's great value at $20! Drink or hold. Food pairings: pasta with a tomato sauce, roasted venison, beef and veggie stew, leg of lamb. Drink: 2023 - 2028 166512 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Castello di Bossi C. Berardenga Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Castello di Bossi C. Berardenga 2020 Chianti Classico is produced from 100% Sangiovese wine grapes sourced from the Castello di Bossi estate in the commune of Castelnuovo Berardenga, 50 kilometres southeast of Florence. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and vibrant with layers of red currant, dark cherry, cedar brush spice and nutty, earthy flavours fresh on the palate. Produced from organically grown grapes. Pour with your favourite vegetarian lasagne dish. Chianti Classico food pairings: cheese pizza, rich pasta and tomato sauce, roast leg of veal. Drink: 2023 - 2026 994608 14% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tenute Silvio Nardi Brunello Di Montalcino 2017, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Tenute Silvio Nardi 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino is fresh and fragrant with dark cherry, cedar spice, earthy and fir aromas and flavours. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and tannins are fine-grained; a very nicely done Brunello from a dry and hot vintage, the wine will continue to show its best to 2033. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: low-braised lamb shanks, pork shoulder roast, venison stew. Drink: 2023 - 2036 922054 14% XD 750 mL $56.95 Score: 95/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Submission Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Napa Valley, California, United States: Submission 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a crowd-pleaser favourite for sure. Lots of juicy dark berry fruit, black cherry, mocha and vanilla flavours long and luxurious on the palate. The wine was aged 10 months in new French oak barrels. Enjoy it with tourtiere or gourmet burgers from the grill with all the fixings. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef, meat-lover's pizza, hard cheeses. Drink: 2023 - 2029 33762 14.5% D 750 mL $56.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mina Mesa Hazeline Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Paso Robles, California, United States: Mina Mesa Hazeline 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, juicy and elegant Cab with ripe dark plum, dark berry fruit, savoury herb, mocha, toasty oak spice flavours with a flinty note finish fresh on the palate. "Hazeline" refers to the blanket of cooling morning fogs that flow over the vines giving freshness and coolness to the grapes and fresh acidity to the wine. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef, smoked meats, hard cheeses. Drink: 2023 - 2028 26794 13.5% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Michele Chiarlo Tortoniano Barolo 2018, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From Michele Chiarlo, Tortoniano 2018 Barolo is enticing with fresh truffley aromas, mint, wild berry, dark cherry notes and is earthy, rich and spicy on the palate. Acidity is fresh, balanced and very food-friendly. Very approachable now. Drink or hold. Barolo food pairings: pot roast, chicken cacciatore, pork roast and dumpling casserole. Drink: 2024 - 2029 586388 14% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tesselaarsdal Pinot Noir 2022, Hemel En Aarde Ridge W.O., South Africa: From Hemel En Aarde Ridge wine region, Tesselaarsdal 2022 Pinot Noir is a brand owned by Hamilton Russell Vineyards employee Berene Sauls along with winemaker, Emul Ross. The wine is dry, smoky, earthy with dark violets, black cherry, red berry and sweet spice, balanced with bright acidity on the plate. Tannins are fine. The wine matured over nine months in 228-litre French oak barrels (33% new). Very nicely done! Pinot Noir food pairings: roast chicken, duck confit, veal chops in a rich mushroom sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2026 32934 13% XD 750 mL $67.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Archimedes Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: From Francis Ford Coppola Winery, Archimedes 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is so named after the Greek mathematician Archimedes who, about 2,000 years ago, established the laws of physics. Archimedes' principle, a law of physics, indicates that the upward buoyant force that is exerted on a body immersed in a fluid is equal to the weight of the fluid that the body displaces. I guess that includes grapes as well. Love this Cab with dark berry, dark cherry, black olive and minty, savoury aromas and flavours supple on the palate. Tannins are velvety and rounded. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: barbecued steak, grilled lamb chops, Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2027 431825 14.5% D 750 mL $99.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Antica Mountain Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Atlas Peak, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Antinori Napa Valley, California, Antica Mountain Select 2019 is a Cabernet-Sauvignon driven red wine blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. Dry, full-bodied, fragrant and plushy, the wine is showing richly layered blueberry, black currant, chocolate, minty, spicy and mineral flavours zesty on the palate. Tannins are grippy. Good now, better in 2025 when the tannins have had a chance to relax. Drink or cellar to 2030. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast goose, rabbit, grilled bavette steak. Drink: 2025 - 2033 266551 14% XD 750 mL $85.50 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Finca El Origen Mountain Character Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Finca El Origen Mountain Character Reserva 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a juicy, full-bodied Cab with ripe black currant, dark cherry, smoky cracked black pepper and fresh fine herb aromas and flavours creamy, concentrated and vibrant on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and well-integrated. Drinking beautifully now, enjoy it with burgers and ribs from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast goose, venison stew, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2023 - 2024 19396 14.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Edouard Delaunay Pinot Noir 2018, Côte D'or, Burgundy A.C., France: From the Côte D'or, Burgundy wine region, Edouard Delaunay 2018 Pinot Noir is a juicy and bright PN with fresh cherry, cinnamon and anise spice, subtle dried savoury herbs balanced with fresh acidity on the palate. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal chops, butternut squash risotto, mushroom bisque. Drink: 2023 - 2026 29713 13.5% XD 750 mL $41.00 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: Chateau Buena Vista 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, full-bodied, fresh and fragrant Cabernet Sauvignon from the Boisset Collection. Rich with aromas of ripe blueberry, nutty, dark chocolate and vanilla flavours plushy on the palate. Tannins are creamy and the wine is drinking beautifully now. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast venison steak, rabbit tenderloin en croute, grilled veal Porterhouse steak. Drink: 2023 - 2029 539106 14.5% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rhonea Tradition 2020, Rasteau, Rhône A.O.P., France: From Rasteau, Rhône wine region, Rhonea Tradition 2020 is a great value 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre red wine blend at $20. Look for bright cherry, red plum, dark berry, anise, cracked pepper spice and smoky flavours richly layered on the palate. Tannins are fine. Very nicely done! Food pairings: gourmet burgers, meat pizza, vegetarian lasagna, tourtiere. Drink: 2023 - 2025 998716 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Byron & Harold Rose & Thorns Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Great Southern, Western Australia, Australia: Byron & Harold Rose & Thorn 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value Cab at $20 from the Great Southern, Western Australia wine region. Dry, medium-bodied, fresh with vivid flavours of pink rose petals, crushed raspberry, black currant, earthy violets balanced with vibrant acidity. Tannins are fine-grained. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: BBQ ribs, pork chops, roast chicken. Drink: 2023 - 2026 30891 14.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rustenberg Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Rustenberg 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value South African Cab at $20 from the Rustenberg in Simonsberg-Stellenbosch wine region. Dry, medium-bodied, the wine is rich and generous with ripe blackberry, cocoa, subtle toasted oak spice fresh and lingering on the palate. Tannins are velvety. The wine was aged 15 months in French oak barrels and is still quite youthful, but will continue to evolve in bottle. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: beef pot roast with dumplings, minced beef and cabbage casserole, tenderloin beef Wellington. Drink: 2023 - 2025 443374 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Volpaia Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Volpaia 2020 Chianti Classico is produced from organically-grown Sangiovese grapes near the village of Volpaia, from one of the highest vineyards in the Chianti wine region. Big, bold, fresh and mouth-watering are the hallmarks on this Chianti with tart cherry, fresh red berry, wild herbs and spicy flavours. Perfect for your favourite spaghetti and meatballs recipe. Chianti Classico food pairings: pasta and sun-dried tomato sauce, spaghetti and meatballs, lamb Bolognese. Drink: 2023 - 2025 953828 13.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Mauvesin Barton 2019, Moulis En Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Moulis En Médoc, Bordeaux wine region, Château Mauvesin Barton 2019 is fragrant and enticing with pink florals, violets, ripe dark fruits, balanced with fresh acidity and generous on the palate. A concentrated Bordeaux red blend produced from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc grapes built to age. Tannins are firm. Good now, better in 2024 or cellar to 2034. Food pairings: roast beef, rack of lamb, steaks from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2034 11727 14% XD 750 mL $37.00 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Casa Dei Reti Valpolicella Ripasso 2020, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Casa Dei Reti 2020 Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a dry, full-bodied and concentrated red wine blend of 40% Corvina, 40% Corvinone and 20% Rondinella intensely rich and juicy. The process of repassing (ripasso) over Amarone and Recioto marc gives the wine rich and concentrated layers of dark cherry fruit, dark berry, vanilla, coffee, chocolate and spice finishing long on a vanilla note. A versatile and food-friendly Veneto red to pair with grilled lamb, risotto or pasta with meat sauce. Valpolicella Ripasso food pairings: grilled eggplant, meaty lasagne, roast blade of beef. Drink: 2023 - 2028 17655 14% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zenato Alanera 2019, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: Zenato 2019 is a great value parziale appassimento at $19. The winery partially dries half of the grapes for several months so the wine is fruity and concentrated with fresh fruit and dried fruit flavours. This example is lush with blueberry, dark cherry, spiced plums, dried herbs and spicy flavours silky smooth and long on the palate. Drink or hold. Alanera food pairings: roast beef, meat lover's pizza topped with steak, meaty pasta in tomato sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2028 451724 13.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Grgich Hills Estate Merlot 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Napa Valley, California, Grgich Hills Estate 2019 Merlot is produced from estate grown grapes from a Demeter certified biodynamic winery. Lovely and rich on the nose and palate, look for ripe dark plum, red berry, cherry compote, roasted herbs, anise spice with an earthy and hot wet stone finish on this dry, medium-bodied Merlot. Merlot food pairings: rack of lamb, braised beef, bison steaks. Drink: 2023 - 2025 20313 14.5% XD 750 mL $67.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maison Louis Latour 2020, Marsannay, Burgundy A.C., France: The Pinot Noir grapes for Maison Louis Latour 2020 are hand-harvested from vines averaging 25 years of age grown in clay and limestone soils. The wine is aged up to one year in stainless-steel tanks resulting in a fresh wine with bright cherry, liquorice, subtle spicy and fine herb flavours fresh, rounded and silky on the palate. Drink or hold. Food pairings: duck confit, grilled chicken dishes, roast quail. Drink: 2023 - 2026 31895 13% D 750 mL $55.00 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ironstone Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Calaveras County, Sierra Foothills, California, United States: From Calaveras County, Sierra Foothills in California, Ironstone Reserve 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from estate grown grapes. This is a rich and powerful Cab with firm, structured tannins showing equally rich and ripe blueberry, blackberry, black plum, toasty oak spice, dark chocolate and espresso coffee aromas and flavours concentrated, layered and vibrant on the palate. A bold wine to hold to 2024 or decant it for an hour (or two) and enjoy it paired with BBQ beef long ribs from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: rich game stews, veal Porterhouse, roast goose. Drink: 2023 - 2027 702381 14.5% D 750 mL $41.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Luma Chequen Carmenère 2019, Maule Valley, Chile: Luma Chequen Gran Reserva 2019 Carmenère is a great value Chilean red at $17. Dry, medium-bodied, fresh and fruity, look for bright cherry, mulberry, coffee and meaty flavours on this vibrant red wine from the Maule Valley. Carmenère food pairings: venison steaks from the grill, roast goose, vegetarian pizza. Drink: 2023 - 2028 30988 13.9% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Vidal-Fleury 2020, Vacqueyras, Rhône A.C., France: Vidal-Fleury 2020 is a sultry, silky 50% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 20% Mourvèdre red wine blend from the Vacqueras, Rhône wine region. Look for bright plum, blackberry, rich red berry fruit and spicy flavours on this dry, medium-bodied and delish red wine with a loooong finish. Drink now through 2028. Food pairings: roast rosemary rubbed shoulder of lamb, pork tenderloin, root vegetable casserole. Drink: 2023 - 2028 394643 13.5% XD 750 mL $37.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Molino Di Sant'antimo Paolus Brunello Di Montalcino 2017, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Molino Di Sant'antimo Paolus 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino is produced from 100% Sangiovese from the Tuscany wine region. The wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and fragrant with pink rose petals, raspberry and red berry aromas and flavours, balanced with tangy acidity and well-managed oak spice, meaty and spicy with a flinty mineral note finish. Tannins are fine-grained and structured. Drink or cellar to 2030. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: veal Parmesan, meat-lover's pizza, tourtiere. Drink: 2023 - 2028 339515 14.5% XD 750 mL $69.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Luz De Noche 2021, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From Felipe Staiti wines, Luz De Noche 2021 Malbec is great value at $20. Grapes are sourced from Vista Flores, Tunuyán, from vines in alluvial, loamy soils with calcareous deposits in high altitude vineyards. Look for fresh dark berry, bright cherry, raspberry and spicy, savoury flavours on this fruit-driven, dry, medium-bodied, fresh and silky Malbec from the Uco Valley. The wine was brought up entirely in stainless-steel tank with some lees stirring that provides its rounded mouthfeel. Luz de Noche translates to “Light of the Night” in recognition of the grape harvest that takes place during the night in the month of March. Food pairings: lamburgers, tourtiere, grilled meats. Drink: 2023 - 2025 32138 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Vidal Syrah 2020, Gimblett Gravels, Hawke's Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Vidal Reserve 2020 Syrah is a bright North Island, New Zealand Syrah from Gimblett Gravels in Hawke's Bay. Juicy and fresh with ripe dark cherry, raspberry, baking spice, vanilla and smoky aromas and flavours on the palate, the wine is dry, medium-bodied, plushy and fresh with a lingering finish. Drink now to 2027. Syrah food pairings: lamb and veggie kebabs, grilled chicken dishes, veal cutlets. Drink: 2023 - 2027 32410 13% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, California, United States: Chateau St. Jean 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is an amazing value Cali Cab from Sonoma County at $17. From a well-known winery, the wine is full-bodied, fruity and silky-smooth with dark cherry, cassis, toasty oak spice and structured tannins. A Wednesday wine to enjoy with burgers and ribs from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: beef brisket, gourmet burgers, rich meat-based pasta dish. Drink: 2023 - 2029 38034 13.8% XD 750 mL $18.20 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Nederburg The Brew Master 2019, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: From the Western Cape wine region, Nederburg The Brew Master 2019 is a juicy Bordeaux-style blend of 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec, 15% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc. Powerful, fresh and full-bodied, the wine has seen some serious oak treatment in a combination of first-fill 400-litre French and American oak barrels and matured for 40 months. Excellent now, but will continue to evolve in bottle. Drink or hold. Food pairings: lamburgers, tourtiere, grilled meats, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2023 - 2029 634881 14.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tornatore Etna Rosso 2019, Etna, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Tornatore 2019 is a dry, full-bodied Etna Rosso produced from mostly Nerello Mascalese with a dollop or two of Nerello Cappuccio. Fragrant with pink rose petals, bright cherry and smoky spices savoury on the palate with vibrant red berry, cherry, grilled herbs with a long and juicy finish. Drink or hold. Etna Rosso food pairings: rich meat stews, pasta in tomato sauce, cheddar cheese, risotto with mushrooms. Drink: 2023 - 2028 487090 14% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Antonio Castegnedi Amarone Della Valpolicella 2017, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: From Tenuta Sant'Antonio in the Veneto wine region, Antonio Castegnedi 2017 Amarone Della Valpolicella is a rich and intense full-bodied and concentrated red wine blend of 70% Corvina, 5% Croatina, 20% Rondinella and 5% Oseleta. Look for dark cherry, dried red berry, black currant, dried herbs, anise and balsamic notes on this delicious Amarone. Tannins are well-integrated. Drink to 2030. Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: roast beef, rack of lamb, Porchetta, veal chops smothered in wild mushroom sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2028 29993 15% D 750 mL $61.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cave de Tain Héritiers Gambert Nobles Rives 2021, Crozes Hermitage, Rhône A.P., France: From the Rhône wine region, Cave de Tain Héritiers Gambert Nobles Rives 2021 is a 100% Syrah red wine produced from sustainably grown grapes from the well known wine region of Crozes Hermitage. Rich on the nose and palate with violets, ripe dark berry fruit, cherry, savoury herbs and pepper spice with a kiss of smoke and wrapped up in pitch-perfect balanced acidity, it is a beautifully-crafted Syrah. A portion of the wine was aged in concrete vats (60%) with the balance in 400-litre oak barrels. Drinking beautifully now and to the end of the decade. Food pairings: roast leg of lamb, beef stew, Coq au vins. Drink: 2023 - 2030 572230 12.5% D 750 mL $29.25 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Yalumba Samuel's Collection Grenache 2021, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Yalumba Samuel's Collection 2021 Grenache is produced from old bush vines. Dry, medium-bodied, this Barossa Valley red is rich and smooth with black cherry, crushed raspberry, savoury, smoky and spicy flavours plushy on the palate. Tannins are rounded. So good now, drink to 2030. Grenache food pairings: grilled venison steak, game sausage, roast goose. Drink: 2023 - 2030 531228 14.5% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alta-Yarí Gran Corte 2020, Gualtallary, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From Bodegas Fabre, Alta-Yarí Gran Corte 2020 is a gorgeous 60% Cabernet Franc, 35% Malbec and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon red wine from high-altitude vineyards and some of the coolest in the Gualtallary. The wine is fresh and fragrant with pink florals, blueberry, red berry, wild herbs, toasty oak, pepper spice flavours with slatey notes bright and zesty on the palate. Tannins are firm. Try in 2024 and drink it to 2030. Food pairings: lamb kebabs, pork chops, chicken and dumplings. Drink: 2024 - 2029 24894 14% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Don't Tell Gary Shiraz 2020, Grampians, Victoria, Australia: From McPherson Wines, Don't Tell Gary 2020 Shiraz is great value at $20. Produced from 100% Shiraz sourced from the Grampians, the wine aged in 500L French puncheons (80% new). The story goes that these barrels were crazy expensive and Gary was the accountant for McPherson Wines. What Gary maybe didn't know is that this Shiraz IS so juicy and generous, and over-delivers with dark cherry, red berry, dark chocolate, earthy florals and toasty oak spice flavours. Really good now or hold to 2028. Shiraz food pairings: slow-braised beef brisket, roast leg of lamb, farmer's pork chops from the grill, roast duck. Drink: 2023 - 2028 632620 15.6% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Barossa Valley Wine Company Gravel Track Shiraz 2019, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Barossa Valley Wine Company's Gravel Track 2019 Shiraz is dry, medium-plus-bodied and fragrant with ripe dark fruits, blackberry, vanilla, dark chocolate and baking spice flavours plushy and plump with food-friendly acidity and a long finish. Lovely balance on this velvety Shiraz from South Australia. Drink or hold. Shiraz food pairings: roast leg of lamb, tourtiere, gourmet burgers and ribs. Drink: 2023 - 2029 30889 14% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Posta Pizzella Family Malbec 2021, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Laura Cantena, La Posta Pizzella Family 2021 Malbec is produced from sustainably grown grapes and is dry, medium-plus-bodied and fragrant with blueberry, mulberry aromas with black currant, earthy violets, nutty, spicy flavours well-defined and fresh on the palate. Excellent value at $18, enjoy it now with a veal chops from the grill. Malbec food pairings: lamb cutlets, beef tenderloin, prime rib. Drink: 2022 - 2023 166298 13% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pelee Island Winery Vinedressers Cabernet Sauvignon Petit Verdot 2016, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Pelee Island Winery, Vinedressers 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, medium-plus-bodied red wine from the Lake Erie North Shore wine region, ripe with dark berry fruit with subtle baking spice and smoky vanillas flavours lush and velvety on the palate with a lingering lip-smacking finish. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for one year. Drinking beautifully now. Pour with tourtiere or braised lamb shanks. Cabernet Sauvignon Petit Verdot food pairings: veal roast, tourtiere, pork ribs from the grill, lamburgers. Drink: 2022 - 2026 492470 13.3% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Buried Cane Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Buried Cane 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is great value at $20. A dry, full-bodied and zesty Cab produced by the Middleton family who have been making wine since 1898, the name for this wine refers to a technique employed in cold-climate, wine-growing regions whereby vines are covered in earth to protect and hibernate them over the winter. Look for ripe dark berry, cassis, savoury herbs, spicy flavours vibrant and plushy on the palate. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meat pizza, herb-rubbed roast chicken, hearty soups. Drink: 2023 - 2028 402081 13.8% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Muriel Reserva 2017, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Muriel Reserva 2017 Tempranillo is so smooth and flavourful with ripe blueberry, blackberry, dark plum, dried tobacco leaf, sous bois and rich cocoa flavours on the palate. Tannins are rich and long. Produced from 100% Tempranillo and amazing value for $20. Drink or hold. Food pairings: grilled pork chops, game stews, lamb roast. Drink: 2023 - 2031 276030 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Le Clos Jordanne Jordan Village Pinot Noir 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, Le Clos Jordanne Jordan Village 2020 Pinot Noir is a dry, medium-bodied earthy and savoury PN with bright red berry fruit, blueberry, cherry, dried fine herbs and subtle spicy flavours fresh, silky and lingering on the palate. Tannins are silky and elegant. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal chops, grilled chicken, duck confit. Drink: 2023 - 2026 33894 13.5% XD 750 mL $30.00 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
André Brunel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape 2020, Rhône A.P., France: André Brunel 2020 Châteauneuf-Du-Pape is an incredibly complex and layered cuvée réserve, elegant and rich with ripe dark cherry, red berry, cassis, earthy and spicy flavours with a citrus twist on the finish. Tannins are full and mouth-filling and the wine finishes long and fresh. Drink to 2032. Châteauneuf-Du-Pape food pairings: roast pork, veal ribs from the grill, lamb kebabs. Drink: 2023 - 2030 31696 14.5% D 750 mL $46.85 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Baileyana Firepeak Pinot Noir 2020, Edna Valley, Central Coast, California, United States: From Central Coast, California, Baileyana Firepeak 2020 Pinot Noir is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Edna Valley. Produced by veteran winemaker, Rob Takigawa, the wine is fresh with aromas of ripe black cherry, red berry, vanilla, fine herbs, minty and spicy notes juicy on the palate. Tannins are fine and structured. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled eggplant burgers, mushroom risotto, veal chops. Drink: 2023 - 2028 31647 13.5% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Finca Nueva 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Finca Nueva Reserva 2015 is a dry, full-bodied Tempranillo, fragrant with dark cherry, dark plum, savoury herbs, lavender, cigar box, vanilla and pepper spice flavours vibrant and lingering on the palate. Tannins are structured on this delicious silky and savoury Rioja red. Enjoy with a game sausage cassoulet or lamb ragu. Food pairings: roast of pork, veal cutlets, Salisbury steak. Drink: 2023 - 2025 268425 14% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Poliziano In Violas Merlot 2018, Cortona, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: From Cortona, Tuscany wine region, Poliziano In Violas 2018 Merlot is a dry, full-bodied, spicy and savoury red with pleasantly chewy tannins and an absolute perfect pairing to a roast Porchetta. Look for dark berry, plum, black olive, savoury herb flavours creamy on the palate. Good now, better in 2024. Drink or hold. Merlot food pairings: roast pork, slow-braised lamb shanks, roast duck. Drink: 2024 - 2030 22794 15% XD 750 mL $37.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Benziger Pinot Noir 2020, Monterey County, California, United States: Benziger 2020 Pinot Noir is produced from grapes sourced from high-altitude vineyards. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and fresh with bright red berry, earthy mushroom and baking spice flavours silky on the palate. Tannins are velvety. From a producer known for being a leader in sustainable farming. Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb chops from the grill, veal cutlets, mushroom risotto. Drink: 2023 - 2026 30822 14% D 750 mL $38.00 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Edouard Delaunay Septembre Pinot Noir 2020, Burgundy A.C., France: Edouard Delaunay Septembre 2020 Pinot Noir is fresh and silky with ripe cherry, plum, smoky and subtle toasty oak spice flavours fruity, bright and elegant on the palate. A portion of the wine was aged in oak with the balance in stainless-steel tank. Most of the grapes for this vintage were sourced from sites in the Côte de Beaune. Previous vintages included fruit from Côte de Nuits, Côte Chalonnaise and Beaujolais. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast chicken, lamb stew, grilled pork chops. Drink: 2023 - 2026 17485 12.5% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Señorío De Barahonda Carro 2020, Yecla D.O., Spain: From the Yecla wine region, Señorío De Barahonda Carro 2020 is a great value, vegan-friendly Monastrell, Syrah, Tempranillo and Merlot red wine blend at $15. The wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and fruity with ripe blackberry, cassis, plum compote and spicy flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are pleasantly chewy. Enjoy with well-marbled steaks from the grill. Food pairings: veal chops in red wine sauce, grilled veal chops, sautéed pork tenderloin with wild mushrooms. Drink: 2023 - 2025 574426 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosés
Featherstone Rosé 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Featherstone 2022 rosé is a dry, vibrant and tasty blend of Cabernet Franc, Gamay and Merlot. Fragrant with pink florals, bright strawberry, raspberry, cherry, soft citrus zest generous on the palate with a kiss of spice, this wine is a crowd pleaser and food versatile as well. Chill and enjoy it with brunch dishes, chicken from the grill, creamy cheeses to charcuterie and baked ham. Delish now. Rosé food pairings: avocado spring greens and strawberry salad, corn pineapple avocado and kale salad with strawberry dressing, golden beet salad with spring onion and goat cheese. Drink: 2023 - 2026 117861 12.5% MD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hecht & Bannier Rosé 2022, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.C., France: Hecht & Bannier 2022 is a dry, medium-bodied and tasty Côtes De Provence rosé blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Rolle. An easy-to-love, crowd-pleaser with vivid raspberry, ripe red apple, garrigue herbs, pepper spice flavours and mouth-watering on the palate. Grapes are sourced from cooler, high-altitude and sheltered vineyards of Saint Antonin, Entrecasteaux, Carcès, Pourrières and La Londe-les-Maures departements in the South of France. Chill and enjoy it with a picnic or a cheese platter. Rosé food pairings: strawberry spinach salad, roast turkey, veal scaloppini. Drink: 2023 - 2024 410035 13% XD 750 mL $26.30 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Kew Vineyards Chardonnay Sparkling 2016, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Kew Vineyards 2016 Sparkling Chardonnay was made in the traditional method and was aged for five years on its lees giving the wine richness and finesse. Produced from 100% Chardonnay, the wine is dry, medium-bodied and zesty with tropical fruit, lime-lemon zest, honeyed nut and lemon meringue minerally notes delivered on a fine and persistent perlage. The wine was disgorged in June 2022. A perfect pairing for seafood, grilled chicken dishes or simply chilled on its own. Chardonnay Sparkling food pairings: grilled cheese sandwiches, grilled chicken dishes, oysters Rockefeller. Drink: 2023 - 2026 28978 12.5% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Gardet Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Gardet Réserve Premier Cru is a crisp and zesty bubble with the cuvée partially aged in oak barrel. There is a lovely rich texture on this dry, medium-plus-bodied, non-vintage Champagne produced from Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir grapes. Look for bright apple, pear, white-fleshed stone fruit, lemon curd and toasted nut balanced with brilliant acidity on a fine persistent mousse. Chill and enjoy it now to 2025. Champagne food pairings: oysters on the half shell, lobster mac & cheese, charcuterie and creamy cheese board. Drink: 2023 - 2025 32212 12.5% D 750 mL $54.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Henkell Crémant De Loire 2016, Loire A.P., France: Henkell 2016 is a traditional method Crémant De Loire produced from a cuvée of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Noir grapes from the Loire wine region. This is a fairly new bubble for Henkell, a top seller and excellent value as well at $22. There has been plenty of bottle ageing in its development and the crémant is toasty on the nose with nutty and ripe pear aromas, dry, medium-bodied with a fresh and crisp mousse. Chill and enjoy it with gougères and savoury canapes. Crémant De Loire food pairings: creamy cheeses, charcuterie, seafood chowder, fish tacos. Drink: 2023 - 2025 29893 12% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Onaya Cava, Penedès D.O., Spain: Onaya is an excellent value traditional method Cava at $17. Crisp, versatile and food-friendly with ripe pear, citrus, fine herb flavours on a crisp and fresh mousse with a mineral note finish. Produced from the traditional Parellada, Macabeo and Xarel-lo grapes for Cava, chill and enjoy this dry, medium-bodied sparkler on its own or keep it (or several) for holiday entertaining. Cava food pairings: tapas, fish and chips, salads, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2025 16620 11.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Champagne Collet Collection Privée Champagne 2008, Champagne A.C., France: Champagne Collet Collection Privée 2008 is a dry, full-bodied and brilliant Champagne produced from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, opulent with glints of gold in the glass, on the nose and on the palate. Ready to drink now and expressive with a gentle and ethereal mousse of nutty, toasty, ripe cherry, Mirabelle plum so elegant and refined on the palate. Champagne food pairings: fresh steamed lobster with drawn lemon butter, salads, fish and chips. Drink: 2023 - 2028 32154 12.5% D 750 mL $112.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
M. Hostomme H08 Champagne 2008, Champagne A.P., France: M. Hostomme H08 2008 Champagne is a bone-dry vintage bubble produced from 60% Chardonnay with the balance in Pinot Noir. Look for ripe yellow apple, pear, plum and red berry flavours with juicy lemon zesty acidity on a fine, vibrant mousse and finishing on a distinct mineral note. Chill and enjoy it with an omelette made with chanterelles mushrooms. Champagne food pairings: fried chicken, fish and chips, seacuterie. Drink: 2023 - 2028 32213 12% XD 750 mL $79.00 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Hãhã Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Hãhã 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is an excellent value Marlborough SB produced from sustainably-grown grapes. Dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with ripe apple, white-fleshed stone fruit, green herb, lime-lemon zest intensely lush and mouth-watering on the palate. Very addictive on a hot summer's day. Drink to 2025. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: chicken and sage skewers, fresh tomato and basil salad, pan-fried freshwater fish. Drink: 2023 - 2025 388363 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Vassaltis Assyrtiko 2022, Santorini P.D.O., Greece: Vassaltis 2022 Assyrtiko is an elegant and brilliant white wine from the Santorini P.D.O. produced by the Vassaltis Vineyards, the newest winery in Santorini located in Vourvoulos area. The name is so inspired by the black volcanic rock formed by the cooling of the vassaltic lava covering the island of Santorini. You can imagine this is a fresh, flinty and minerally wine with notes of bright apple, white-fleshed stone fruit, lemon zest flavours zesty on the palate and finishing on a briny mineral note. So good with pan-fried panfish and fried Saganaki cheese. Drink or cellar to 2028. Assyrtiko food pairings: calamari, grilled saganaki cheese, veggies and dip. Drink: 2023 - 2026 33859 13.5% XD 750 mL $69.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stadt Krems Ried Weinzierlberg 1Ötw Grüner Vetliner 2021, Kremstal D.A.C., Austria: Stadt Krems Ried Weinzierlberg 1Ötw 2021 Grüner Veltliner is a stunning Austrian Grüner from the Kremstal D.A.C. Dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with white summer florals, fine herbs and white-fleshed stone fruit flavours rich and concentrated on the palate, this is an elegant Grüner that beckons you to taste more. Drink or hold. Grüner Vetliner food pairings: grilled prawns, seafood chowder, grilled white-fleshed fish, fish tacos. Drink: 2023 - 2030 33783 13.5% D 750 mL $28.95 Score: 96/100. September 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay 2020, Elgin W.O., South Africa: From the Elgin wine region, Paul Cluver Estate 2020 Chardonnay is produced from grapes sourced from three different sites in the Elgin W.O. Dry, medium-bodied, rich and satiny on the palate with nectarine, apricot, fresh-cut pear, lime-lemon zest and a subtly spicy, honeyed nut finish all balanced with fresh acidity. Very fine and elegant. Drink to 2032. Chardonnay food pairings: salads, fresh steamed shrimp, mussels steamed in their own juice with a squeeze of lemon. Drink: 2023 - 2033 570952 13.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Leindl GV Grüner Veltliner 2021, Niederösterreich, Kamptal, Austria: From Niederösterreich, Kamptal wine region, Leindl Gv 2021 Grüner Veltliner is a dry, medium-bodied, fresh, lifted and floral Grüner with citrus zest, fine green herbs, green bean and eye-winking acidity to match. Chill and enjoy it with a seafood Alfredo or smoked salmon Bennies. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: green salads topped with grilled chunks of chicken, cheese fondue, grilled pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2027 30599 12.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maison Louis Latour 2019, Marsannay, Burgundy A.C., France: Maison Louis Latour 2019 Chardonnay is impressive and expressive with fresh white florals and spicy aromas; dry, medium-bodied, elegant and vibrant with white florals, ginger spice, citrus zest and nutty flavours rich on the palate and finishing on a minerally note. Nicely done! Food pairings: mild cheeses, seafood chowder, seafood pot pie,. Drink: 2023 - 2026 24903 13.5% XD 750 mL $55.00 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Jean-Max Roger Les Caillottes Sancerre 2021, Loire A.C., France: From the Loire wine region, Jean-Max Roger Les Caillottes 2021 Sancerre is a bone-dry, mouth-watering Sauvignon Blanc with ripe white stone fruit, fine herbs, citrusy and leesy flavours with a chalky textured and long flinty mineral finish. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from vines between six and 40 years of age planted in caillottes soils (small limestone pebbles), hence the wine's name "Les Caillottes." Drink or hold. Sancerre food pairings: salads, grilled chicken, seafood. Drink: 2023 - 2026 65573 12.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Locust Lane Chardonnay 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Locust Lane 2019 is a dry, medium-bodied Chardonnay toasty and rich with ripe apple, pear and nutty flavours fresh and lingering on the palate. A lovely Niagara Peninsula Chardonnay to enjoy chilled with seafood stuffed crepes or smoked salmon chowder. Chardonnay food pairings: pork tenderloin, chicken and chips, brunch dishes, salads. Drink: 2023 - 2025 33493 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wakefield St. Andrews Chardonnay 2019, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: From a super hot vintage in the supposed cool-climate Claire Valley, Wakefield St. Andrews 2019 Chardonnay is so rich with layers of ripe stone fruit, lemon cream, nutty, leesy and flinty mineral flavours rounded and plushy on the palate. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and so elegant with a long, flavoursome finish. Fermented in French oak barrels and matured for 10 months in French oak barrels (80% new with the balance in previous use barrels). Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, creamy clam chowder, pork chops from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2025 237933 13% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Thierry drouin La Côte Dorée 2021, Saint Véran, Burgundy A.C., France: From Saint Véran, Burgundy wine region, Thierry drouin La Côte Dorée 2021 is just a gorgeous Chardonnay. The Cuvée Côte Dorée comes from a very steep vineyard with soils in gray marl and limestone. A portion of the wine is produced in stainless-steel tank, as well in oak barrel marrying fruit crispness and a creamy roundness in the wine. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and generous on the palate with white-fleshed stone fruit, honeyed almond and lemon cream flavours, the wine is balanced with fresh acidity and can handle creamy seafood and pasta dishes to veal cutlets. Drink or hold. Food pairings: grilled chicken breasts, pork tenderloin, seafood chowder. Drink: 2023 - 2030 32954 13% XD 750 mL $40.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tesselaarsdal Chardonnay 2022, Hemel En Aarde Ridge W.O., South Africa: From Hemel En Aarde Ridge wine region, Tesselaarsdal 2022 Chardonnay is dry, medium-plus-bodied, crisp and clean with bright ripe apple, almond, ginger, lemon zest flavours with a textured and fresh finish on a stony mineral note. Drink through 2026. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken, summer salads, salmon burgers, grilled lake fish. Drink: 2023 - 2026 32933 13% XD 750 mL $48.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Tractor Chardonnay 2021, St. David's Bench, Niagara ON The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Red Tractor 2021 is an excellent value Niagara-on-the-Lake wine region Chardonnay at $18. The sustainably-grown grapes for this vintage were sourced from the sunny St. David's Bench. Look for lush and ripe peach, tropical fruit, coconut and oak spice flavours fresh and balanced with a long, silky satin finish. Chardonnay food pairings: hard cheeses, Root vegetable soups, seafood Alfredo. Drink: 2023 - 2026 33492 11.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Vineland Estates Winery Elevation St. Urban Vineyard Riesling 2016, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Another terrific off-dry Vineland Riesling from the solid 2014 vintage. Aromas of lime and lemon zest with a deep core of minerality. Pair with fresh halibut in a beurre blanc sauce. This is a great Riesling from the Niagara Escarpment wine region in Ontario to pair with fresh whitefish baked in a white wine sauce. This nose is lime and lemon zest with a distinct mineral flintiness. Riesling food pairings: salad, mild curries, Thai coconut shrimp. Drink: 2023 - 2025 38117 8.4% M 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Biblia Chora Areti 2020, Pangeon, Macedonia P.G.I., Greece: From Pangeon, Macedonia P.G.I., Biblia Chora Areti 2020 is a vibrant white wine produced from organically-grown Assyrtiko grapes. Dry, medium-bodied and super fresh on the palate with fresh-cut apple, green herbs, lemon zest, briny and flinty mineral flavours that linger, chill and enjoy it with calamari or sushi. Drink to 2028. Food pairings: grilled saltwater fish, seafood chowders, oyster pot pie. Drink: 2023 - 2027 33250 13% D 750 mL $30.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Patrick Noël Sancerre 2021, Loire A.C., France: Patrick Noël 2021 Sancerre is produced from sustainably grown Sauvignon Blanc grapes from an estate founded in 1988. Grapes were sourced from four vineyard sites with three different soil types: flint, clay limestone and caillottes from vines averaging 30 years of age. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with fresh florals, ripe tropical fruit, citrus zest and that gunflint minerality so typical of Sancerre. Silky and concentrated, chill and enjoy it through 2026 with herbed goat cheese on baguette or ceviche and cioppino. Sancerre food pairings: crab cakes, sushi, salads, grilled veggie kebabs. Drink: 2023 - 2026 29994 14% XD 750 mL $40.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2021, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States: La Crema 2021 Chardonnay is the perfect size (375 ml) for one to enjoy with dinner or as a starter wine for two before the main meal. A dry, medium-bodied and enticing Chardonnay with ripe apple, pear, toasted almond with a kiss of spice and vanilla savoury and smooth on the palate, absolutely lovely now through 2028. Chardonnay food pairings: cedar-planked BBQ salmon, steamed mahi Mahi, lobster in butter sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2027 728352 14% XD 375 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Hamelin Beauroy Chablis 2021, Burgundy A.C., France: Domaine Hamelin Beauroy Premier Cru 2021 Chablis is a dry, medium-bodied Burgundian Chardonnay, fragrant with white florals, crisp apple, fresh-cut pear and soft citrus, minerally flavours zesty on the palate. Family-owned and operated, Domaine Hamelin has a total of 9.5 acres in vines planted between 1980 and 1982. This premier cru comes from one of the warmest sites in Chablis, and grapes are typically harvested earlier than in other areas to ensure fruit freshness and acidity. Drink through 2030. Chablis food pairings: grilled lake fish, garden salad, shellfish, crab cakes. Drink: 2023 - 2031 391805 12.5% XD 750 mL $45.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Maria Private Bin East Coast Pinot Gris 2021, New Zealand: Villa Maria Private Bin East Coast 2021 Pinot Gris is so fragrant with ripe pear, apple, honeyed melon aromas mirrored on the palate with a smooth and lingering mineral finish. A lovely, fresh, dry and juicy PG produced from grapes sourced from several coastal sites: Hawke's Bay, Marlborough, Gisborne and Waipara. Great value at $20. Pinot Gris food pairings: mild cheeses, salads, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2023 - 2025 30153 13.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Michel Gassier Embruns Viognier 2022, Pays D'oc, Languedoc I.G.P., France: Michel Gassier Embruns 2022 Viognier is produced from organically-grown grapes sourced from the sunny, sea-kissed vineyards south of Arles. Beautifully balanced and fragrant with white florals, ripe stone fruit, orange zest and spicy flavours, the wine is dry, medium-bodied and creamy on the palate balanced with pitch perfect acidity. A delicious Viognier to enjoy now through 2026. Chill and enjoy it with chicken breasts from the grill topped with a mango salsa. Viognier food pairings: white fish grilled and topped with a mango salsa, lobster in a cream sauce, ham, poultry. Drink: 2023 - 2025 669531 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Saint Clair Wairau Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Saint Clair Wairau Reserve 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a fragrantly enticing SB with fresh white florals, pear, tropical fruits, fine herb and flinty mineral flavours fresh and intense on the palate. So lovely and fresh now, chill and enjoy it with grilled seafood dishes. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads, brunch dishes, herbed quiche, bruschetta. Drink: 2023 - 2027 415653 13% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château de Maligny La Marche Du Roi Chablis 2022, Burgundy A.C., France: Château de Maligny, La Marche Du Roi 2022 Chablis is an elegant, minerally and mouth-watering Burgundian Chardonnay, bright with lemon-lime zest, fresh-cut green apple and wet stone flavours long on the finish. Definitely one for oysters, chill and enjoy it with oysters on the half shell, or oysters Rockefeller. Drink through 2030. Chablis food pairings: oysters on the half shell, shellfish hot pot, crab cakes. Drink: 2023 - 2030 16209 12.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Casa Dea Riesling 2020, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Prince Edward County wine region in Ontario, Casa Dea 2020 Riesling is great value at $19. A bright, expressive, terroir-driven Riesling, the wine is crisp, clean with fresh-cut apple, pear, citrusy, spicy and mineral flavours vibrant on the palate. Enjoy with sushi and spicy grilled prawns. Riesling food pairings: roast pork hocks with spaetzle, veal cutlets, grilled sweet chili prawns. Drink: 2023 - 2025 19915 11.6% M 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
13th Street June's Vineyard Riesling 2021, Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula wine region in Ontario, 13th Street, June's Vineyard 2021 Riesling is produced from sustainably grown grapes. The palate is crisp and linear with a hint of sweetness balanced with racy acidity. Look for bright green apple, pink florals, honeyed melon, citrus zest and steely mineral notes persistent on the palate. The wine is so named after one of the vineyard's original owners. Riesling food pairings: smoked salmon on baguette, mild curries, seafood salad. Drink: 2023 - 2027 147512 11.2% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pauly Generations Riesling 2021, Mosel Qualitätswein, Germany: Pauly Generations 2021 Riesling is a vegan-friendly, lush and expressive Mosel Riesling, off-dry and mouth filling with summer-kissed white florals, honeyed nut, ripe pear, apple, yellow plum and citrusy, minerally notes balanced with zesty acidity. Very nicely done. Riesling food pairings: pork schnitzels, veal cutlets, smoked fish, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2023 - 2031 21033 13% M 750 mL $25.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Litorale Val Delle Rose Vermentino 2022, Maremma, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Litorale Val Delle Rose 2022 Vermentino is produced by Famiglia Cecchi and is a medium-bodied, silky and juicy white wine crafted from organically grown grapes from the Maremma wine region. Look for ripe peach, orchard fruit, creamy and fruity on the palate finishing bright with a zesty, briny mineral finish. So good now, chill and enjoy it with pasta alla vongole, Fritto misto or other fried fish. Vermentino food pairings: Spring salad, fine herbed quiches, sauteed butter sole. Drink: 2023 - 2024 17703 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wegeler Lay Riesling 2020, Mosel Qualitätswein, Grosse Lage V.D.P., Germany: Wegeler Lay 2020 Feinherb Riesling is produced from grapes sourced from Mosel Grosse Lage V.D.P. Not to be confused with Grosselage, Grosse Lage VDP designation is the top quality, grand cru category in the VDP framework. A Grosslage is a collective vineyard featuring several single vineyards. Wegeler Lay 2020 Riesling, Grosse Lage VDP is a beautiful balance of ripe white-fleshed stone fruit, pear, apple, liquid lemon and mineral flavours matched with pitch perfect precise acidity and is long and viscous on the palate. Drink or hold to 2030. Riesling food pairings: smoked salmon on baguette, cheese fondue, sushi, grilled pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2031 32152 11% M 750 mL $35.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rings Trocken Riesling 2021, Pfalz Qualitätswein, Germany: Rings 2021 Riesling hails from the Pfalz, a warmer, drier wine region in Germany allowing the grapes more time to develop and concentrate. This example is produced from grapes sourced from Kallstadt, Ungstein and Freinsheim and is bright, fresh and mouth-watering with ripe apple, pear and citrusy flavours fresh, fruity and creamy on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with pork chops from the grill. Grapes were hand-harvested, whole-cluster pressed and the wine was wild yeast fermented and aged on its lees in stainless-steel tank. Riesling food pairings: smoked salmon and cream cheese on baguette, grilled pork tenderloin, cheese fondue. Drink: 2023 - 2027 33734 12% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
A To Z Wineworks Chardonnay 2022, Oregon, United States: Oregon's A To Z Wineworks 2022 Chardonnay is produced from sustainably grown wine grapes sourced from the Willamette Valley and the Columbia Gorge wine regions in Oregon. Dry, medium-bodied, unoaked and so fresh, this Chard is fragrant and delicious with ripe tropical fruit, ripe melon and pear flavours, juicy and zesty on the palate. A to Z Wineworks was started in 2002 by four friends from the Oregon wine region: Deb Hatcher (Eyrie), Bill Hatcher (Domaine Drouhin Oregon), Sam Tannahill (Archery Summit) and Cheryl Francis (Chehalem). Chardonnay food pairings: marinated lemon herb chicken breast grilled on the barbie, pan-fried panfish. Drink: 2023 - 2026 269258 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Decoy Limited Chardonnay 2020, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States: From the Duckhorn portfolio, Decoy Limited 2020 Chardonnay is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with summer-kissed white florals, ripe pear, apple, lemon curd and well-integrated toasted oak flavours, creamy, rich and zesty with a long vanilla kiss on the palate. Half of the wine was fermented in French oak barrel with the balance in stainless-steel tank. Chardonnay food pairings: roast turkey, goat cheese and fresh greens salad, pan-fried scallops. Drink: 2023 - 2026 32494 14.2% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart