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Dessert Wine

Poças Colheita Port 2010, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: From the Douro D.O.C., Poças 2010 is a vegan-friendly Colheita Port produced from Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Tinto Cão from a single harvest and was aged in oak casks for over seven years. A lovely rich port, bright with Bing cherry, raspberry compote, nut, dried fruit and Christmas cake flavours with a vibrant finish, serve it lightly chilled or at room temperature with creamy blue cheeses, roasted nuts or Christmas pudding. Colheita Port food pairings: dark chocolate studded with dried fruit, roasted nuts, patés. Drink: 2023 - 2030 21813 20% S 750 mL $38.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Lungarotti L'Um Rosso 2020, Umbria I.G.T., Italy: Lungarotti L'u 2020 is a robust, fleshy and full-bodied Sangiovese and Merlot red wine blend from the Umbria wine region. The wine is rich with dark cherry, warm spices and a dusting of espresso coffee balanced with bright acidity on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained. Pour with a meat-lover's pizza! Rosso food pairings: spicy spaghetti and meatballs, rich veggie lasagne, mild vegetable or beef curries. Drink: 2023 - 2028 476002 13% M 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Milcampos Viñas Viejas Tempranillo 2019, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: From Bodegas La Milagrosa in the Ribera Del Duero wine region, Milcampos Vinas Viejas 2019 Tempranillo is produced from 50-plus year old vines. Inky ruby in the glass, look for dark berry, cherry, dried herbs, cracked pepper spice flavours concentrated on the palate with a lingering mocha finish and balanced with bright acidity. Tannins are velvety. Tempranillo food pairings: tourtiere, burger, pork side ribs from the BBQ, roast chicken. Drink: 2023 - 2028 30229 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casas del Toqui Terroir Selection Gran Reserva Carmenère 2020, Cachapoal Valley D.O., Chile: From the Cachapoal Valley wine region, Casas del Toqui 2020 Carmenère is produced from sustainably grown grapes. Excellent value at $20, this generous Carmenère is rich with dark berry, red currant, plum, nutty and green herb flavours creamy on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy with veggie burgers from the grill. Carmenère food pairings: grilled sirloin steak, pork tenderloin, vegetable lasagne. Drink: 2023 - 2025 31056 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Navascués Enología Cutio Garnacha 2019, Cariñena D.O., Spain: From the Cariñena wine region, the Grenache grapes for Navascués Enología Cutio 2019 were sourced from Old Vines Grenache from high-altitude vineyards around the village of Almonacid, and from 2018 the wine has also been produced there. Grapes are destemmed and fermented in stainless-steel tanks with wild yeasts. The wine is dry, medium-bodied, velvety on the palate and fragrant with pink florals, ripe red berry, plum, white pepper spice all balanced with fresh acidity. Garnacha food pairings: pork chops from the grill, lamb burgers, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2026 30586 14.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ironstone Zinfandel 2020, Mokelumne River, Lodi, California, United States: Ironstone 2020 Zinfandel is produced from Old VInes Zin between 40 and 60 years of age, and also includes a splash of Petite Sirah for structure and colour. Rich, full-bodied and mouth-filling with dark cherry, blackberry, vanilla, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours, this Lodi Zin is a perfect pairing for ribs and burgers from the grill. Zinfandel food pairings: barbecued ribs, wings, burgers, spaghetti Bolognese, aged cheddar.. Drink: 2023 - 2026 951889 14.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Caliterra Tributo Syrah 2021, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: From the Colchagua Valley wine region, Caliterra Tributo 2021 is a vegan-friendly Syrah with grapes sourced from a single vineyard. Dry, medium-bodied and spicy with a mouthful of blackberry, smoked bacon, warm dark spices with a mineral kiss, this is a complex and beautifully balanced wine from Chile that would pair well with a rack of lamb. Great value at $18. Syrah food pairings: roast leg of lamb, Porchetta, pepper spiced skirt steaks from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2028 14123 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Thompson Four Chambers Shiraz 2021, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: Thompson Four Chambers 2021 Shiraz is produced from 100% Shiraz grapes sourced from the Margaret River wine region in Western Australia. The wine was aged up to 10 months in new French oak barrels and is spicy and savoury with dark berry, cherry, black olive, chocolate and cracked black pepper flavours, smoky and lingering on the palate. Enjoy it with well-marbled steaks from the grill. Shiraz food pairings: lamb chops from the grill, roast duck, wild mushroom ragu. Drink: 2023 - 2028 30750 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pradorey Finca la Mina Reserva 2017, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Pradorey Finca La Mina Riserva 2017 Tempranillo is produced from grapes sourced from a single vineyard, 800 metres above sea level in the Ribera Del Duero wine region. From a hot and dry vintage, this wine is dry, full-bodied and concentrated with dark plum, cassis, dark chocolate, coffee and cracked black pepper spice flavours with textured tannins on the palate. The wine was aged 12 months in oak barrels. Food pairings: roast pork, meat-lover's pizza, stuffed breast of veal. Drink: 2023 - 2027 995191 14.5% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Piano del Cerro 2019, Aglianico Del Vulture, Basilicata D.O.C., Italy: Piano del Cerro 2019 Aglianico Del Vulture is a savoury and juicy Aglianico from the Basilicata wine region. Dry, robust and smoky with red plum, wild herbs, minty and white pepper spice flavours with gamey notes savoury and satisfying on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained - a beautiful red wine to be enjoyed with rich meaty dishes or grilled game meats. Food pairings: meaty stews, grilled game sausages, fricassee rabbit. Drink: 2023 - 2027 17570 14% D 750 mL $31.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Guadalupe 2020, Alentejo, Portugal: From Quinta do Quetzal, Guadalupe 2020 Alentejo is amazing value at $15. This wine is a dry, robust and powerful red wine blend of 40% Aragonez, 40% Trincadeira and 20% Alfrocheiro, rich and intense with spiced dark cherry, anise, sweet dried tobacco leaf and earthy flavours vibrant on the palate. Excellent with a pasta Bolognese. Food pairings: meat pizza, roast pheasant, Porchetta pork roast. Drink: 2023 - 2027 336313 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine de Cause La Lande Cavagnac Cahors Malbec 2018, Cahors, Southwest A.P., France: From Cahors, Southwest France wine region, Domaine De Cause La Lande Cavagnac 2018 Malbec is a deep, dark and muscular Old Vines Malbec with ripe dark fruits concentrated on the palate. Tannins are amazing and dominate the wine and everything in it. Better to cellar for several years and try it after 2024. Pour with game roasts. Malbec food pairings: roast game meats, lamb kebabs, meat-lover's pizza. Drink: 2023 - 2024 30989 14.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Murviedro Sericis Cepas Viejas Monastrell 2017, Alicante D.O.P., Spain: Murviedro Sericis 2017 is a great value vegan-friendly Monastrell for $16 from the Alicante wine region. Dry, fruity, medium-bodied, rich and fleshy with a mouthful of dark cherry, plum, anise, wild herbs with a hint of coffee and spiced plum lingering on the palate. Enjoy it with pork chops from the grill. Monastrell food pairings: roast shoulder of pork, chicken Mirabella, grilled root veggies. Drink: 2023 - 2025 30242 13% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Weingut Neiss Bockenheim Pinot Noir 2019, Pfalz, Germany: Neiss Bockenheim 2019 Spätburgunder is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the upper north Pfalz wine region. Produced from 100% Pinot Noir, this is a fruity, vegan-friendly PN, vibrant with fresh raspberry, baking and toasty oak spice, loamy earth and fine herb flavours so fresh on the palate. The Pinot Noir grapes for this vintage were sourced from vines grown in slatey-chalk soils and the wine was matured in French oak barrels as well as large casks up to 12 months. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled chicken dishes, pork tenderloin, lamb kebabs. Drink: 2023 - 2026 25769 13.5% D 750 mL $30.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Feudo Maccari Noto Neré Nero D'avola 2020, Sicily D.O.P., Italy: Feudo Maccari Noto Neré 2020 Nero D'avola is a dry, rich and medium-bodied red wine with ripe dark berry, fine herbs, cocoa, vanilla, savoury herbs and smoky flavours rich and lingering on the palate. A rich and fruity Sicilian red wine with velvety, rounded tannins and very nice now. Nero D'avola food pairings: grilled meats, game stews, tourtière. Drink: 2023 - 2026 339101 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Yalumba Yalumba Samuel's Collection Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2019, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Yalumba Samuel's Collection 2019 is a vegan-friendly, dry, medium-plus-bodied Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro blend, fresh on the nose and palate with bright plum, red currant, raspberry, baking and toasty oak spice flavours with a smoky vanilla finish. Tannins are structured. If having tonight, decant for one hour prior to pouring it with veal or lamb chops from the grill, or try it in 2025. Grenache Shiraz Mataro food pairings: venison ragu, grilled game sausages, roast turkey. Drink: 2025 - 2029 30888 13.5% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Castello di Querceto Crianza 2020 Chianti Classico is a dry, medium-bodied Sangiovese-driven red wine blend with a splash of Canaiolo added to the mix. Fragrant with ripe dark cherry, blackberry, spicy, earthy and mocha notes with a pleasantly chewy finish. Tannins are still quite fresh, so give it another year to mellow in bottle and try it in 2024. Chianti Classico food pairings: bucatini (pasta) with sausage and peas, roast beef, pizza. Drink: 2024 - 2028 680496 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Golden West The Promise Pinot Noir 2020, Royal Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Golden West The Promise 2020 Pinot Noir is a fragrant, medium-bodied PN with fresh violets, strawberry, cranberry and fine herb flavours silky and lingering on the palate. Tannins are velvety. A lovely Pinot Noir to have on its own with good conversations and fall evenings in the garden. Pinot Noir food pairings: pork tenderloin en croute, turkey, grilled chicken, lentil, leek and tomato cassoulet. Drink: 2023 - 2026 20490 13.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Torrevento Fili d'erba Nero Di Troia 2019, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: From the Puglia wine region, Fili D'erba 2019 Nero Di Troia is a heady red, fragrant with cherry liqueur, earthy violets, red currant and is dry, medium-bodied with a lingering red berry fruity finish. Enjoy it with a roasted red pepper, eggplant paninis topped with Burrata cheese. Delish! Nero Di Troia food pairings: lentil stew, braised beef short ribs, pork chops from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2028 32520 13% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famille Perrin Les Christins Vacqueyras 2020, Vacqueyras, Rhône A.C., France: From the Famille Perrin, Les Christins 2020 is a rich and fresh red wine blend of mostly Grenache with some Syrah added to the mix. Grapes are sourced from the Vacqueyras in the Côtes du Rhône wine region and the dry, full-bodied red is rich with dark plum, dark cherry, blueberry, earthy violets and grilled herbs juicy on the palate. Enjoy with a meaty stew or a sausage cassoulet. Food pairings: pepper steak, roast beef, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2023 - 2028 973453 14.5% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Olarra Cerro Añón Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Olarra Cerro Añón Crianza 2019 is an excellent value 90% Tempranillo, 10% Grenache and Mazuelo red wine blend at $15. Dry, full-bodied and vibrant with red berry, plum, dried strawberry with well-integrated oak spice flavours, this is a food-friendly Rioja red with pleasantly grippy tannins. Enjoy it with bison burgers from the grill. Crianza food pairings: roast pork, duck, grilled game sausages, lentil and pork sausage ragu. Drink: 2023 - 2029 30224 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

M. Chapoutier Petite Ruche 2020, Crozes Hermitage, Rhône A.C., France: From the Crozes Hermitage, Rhône wine region, M. Chapoutier Petite Ruche 2020 Syrah is a dry, medium-plus-bodied and fresh Rhône red from a world renown producer. Fresh and fragrant with ripe red berry fruit, raspberry, it is juicy on the palate with ripe raspberry, red currant, blueberry and subtle spicy flavours. Produced in cement vats with daily pump overs, the wine is also aged in vats to maintain fruit freshness and acidity. Tannins are supple. Enjoy with roast duck or rabbit. Drink or hold. Food pairings: prime rib, brisket, game meats, grilled pork chops. Drink: 2023 - 2027 264655 13% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cascina Chicco Rocche Di Castelletto Barolo 2017, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, Cascina Chicco Rocche Di Castelletto 2017 Barolo is a savoury 100% Nebbiolo produced from grapes sourced from vineyards with a South-west exposure which is particularly suited to the Nebbiolo grape. Fragrant with rose petals, violets, red cherry, red currant, dried sweet tobacco, sous bois, savoury herb and pepper spice aromas and flavours, it is elegant and fresh on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and very approachable now. Drink or cellar to 2030. Barolo food pairings: roast game meats, lamb kebabs, meaty lasagne. Drink: 2023 - 2032 17697 14.5% XD 750 mL $57.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lafage Narassa 2020, Côtes Catalanes, Roussillon I.G.P., France: From the Côtes Catalanes, Roussillon wine region, Lafage Narassa 2020 is a dry and robust red wine blend of mostly Grenache with some Syrah added to the mix. The wine is fragrant with blue florals, dark plum, dark berry aromas and flavours concentrated on the palate with a slatey mineral and spicy finish. It was matured up to 15 months in stainless-steel tank and demi-muids (15% new). Drink or hold. Food pairings: tourtière, roast beef, roasted venison. Drink: 2023 - 2028 483313 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Concha y Toro Casillero del Diablo Reserva Especial Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Maule Valley, Chile: Concha y Toro Casillero Del Diablo Reserva Especial 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is dry, medium-bodied and bright with black currant, black olive, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours juicy and fresh on the palate with a lingering berry fruit finish. Tannins are pleasantly chewy. A great value Chilean Cab at $18 made for burgers and ribs from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef, pheasant, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2023 - 2026 30994 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Acrobat Pinot Noir 2021, Oregon, United States: Acrobat 2021 Pinot Noir is a fruity, medium-bodied PN from Oregon, fragrant with pink florals, ripe red berry fruit, baking spice, fresh and silky on the palate. A great value PN from Oregon at $27 and drinking beautifully now. Lightly chill and enjoy it with duck confit and small roasted potatoes. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal chops, grilled duck sausages, pork tenderloin, barbecued lamb sirloin. Drink: 2023 - 2024 421149 13.5% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bread & Butter Reserve Pinot Noir 2021, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: From Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, Bread & Butter Reserve 2021 Pinot Noir is a dry, medium-bodied and vibrant PN with pink rose petals, strawberry fruit leather, ripe cherry and subtle spicy flavours satin-silky and lingering on the palate. Tannins are pleasantly grippy. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast chicken, veal cutlets, lamb chops. Drink: 2023 - 2026 32815 14.5% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Peyros Héritage Tannat Cabernet 2019, Madiran, Southwest A.C., France: Château Peyros Héritage 2019 is a great value Tannat and Cabernet Franc red wine blend from the Madiran wine region at $19. Produced by Famille Lesgourgues, the wine is youthful, dry, full-bodied, rich and spicy with ripe dark fruits, anise flavours zesty on the palate and framed with grippy tannins. Good now, but needs some mellowing out time in bottle. Try in 2025 and enjoy with a meat-lover's pizza. Tannat Cabernet food pairings: grilled meats done rare, game dishes, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2025 - 2028 208249 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Substance Pn Pinot Noir 2021, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From the Columbia Valley, Washington wine region, Substance Pn 2021 Pinot Noir is dry, medium-bodied, earthy and spicy with red berry, raspberry, cherry, savoury herbs, pink florals and herbal notes fresh and lingering on the palate. Tannins are velvety and rounded. Lightly chill and enjoy it with lamb kebabs. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal chops, lamb burgers, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2026 32825 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fontanafredda Barbera D'alba 2021, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, Fontanafredda 2021 is a great value Barbera d'Alba at $18. Fragrant with pink florals, black cherry and dark berry fruit, the wine is zesty, meaty and spicy on the palate with a lingering mineral and mocha finish. Enjoy with roasted Cornish game hens or bison and blueberry sausages from the grill. Drink through 2026. Barbera D'alba food pairings: veal Porterhouse, rack of lamb, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2026 17530 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Viticcio Morellino Di Scansano 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Viticcio Morellino Di Scansano 2018 is a dry, full-bodied and vibrant red blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot. The wine is fragrant with black cherry, plum, wild herbs and pepper spice flavours, expressive and fresh on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy this beautiful Tuscan red with venison burgers from the grill. Food pairings: meaty lasagne, meat-lover's pizza, Bistecca Florentine. Drink: 2023 - 2026 574186 14.3% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Luciano Arduini Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2019, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Luciano Arduini 2019 Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore is a full-bodied and juicy red wine blend of 60% Corvina, 20% Corvinone and 20% Rondinella. Rich, supple and savoury with ripe dark fruits, dark cherry, cassis, savoury herbs, dark chocolate and just a kiss of spice on the palate with a lingering velvety finish. Drink or hold, but it's so good now. Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, meaty lasagne, grilled steaks. Drink: 2023 - 2027 12407 15.1% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 88/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Roncolato Amarone Della Valpolicella 2015, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Roncolato 2015 Amarone Della Valpolicella is a voluptuous, vibrant blend of 55% Corvina, 25% Corvinone, 15% Rondinella and 5% Oseleta grapes sourced from the Veneto wine region. Perfumed with ripe dark plum, baked cherry pie, anise, oak spice, savoury and soul-satisfying. Tannins are structured and pleasantly grippy. Alcohol is warming at 15.3% abv and this Amarone demands a rich, meaty dish. Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: chicken cacciatore, veal parmesan, lasagne, meat-lover's pizza. Drink: 2022 - 2026 22997 15% D 750 mL $48.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Joel Gott Wines Washington Red Blend 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Joel Gott Washington 2018 is a dry, full-bodied and concentrated red wine blend of 53% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Syrah, 2% Malbec and 1% Zinfandel sourced from three different appellations in Columbia Valley: the Wahluke Slope, Yakima Valley and Red Mountain, the smallest AVA in the Washington state. The wine was aged in American oak barrels (75% new). Fragrant with blackberry, spiced plum and licorice aromas, on the palate the wine is concentrated with cassis, tart cherry, anise, nutmeg and toasty oak spice with balanced acidity. Tannins are fine and velvety. Enjoy with a roast leg of lamb. Red Blend food pairings: roast chicken, smoked roast turkey, onion pie. Drink: 2023 - 2026 488510 13.9% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente VII Riserva Chianti Classico 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente Vii Riserva 2018 Chianti Classico is great value at $23. Big, bold and juicy, this Sangiovese-driven red wine from the Tuscany wine region is bright with sour cherry, red currant, raspberry, stony mineral and mochanilla flavours creamy and long on the palate. Nicely balanced. Drink or cellar to 2028. Chianti Classico food pairings: stuffed roasted turkey, steak topped pizza, pasta in tomato sauce, breaded veal cutlets. Drink: 2023 - 2029 643205 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jules Taylor Pinot Noir 2020, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From the Marlborough, South Island wine region, Jules Taylor 2020 Pinot Noir is fresh and bright with plum, earthy violets, raspberry, strawberry, dark cherry and nutty, spicy flavours with a fresh earthy mushroom finish. Produced with sustainably-grown grapes sourced from the Awatere and Brancott Valley wine regions. Drink through 2026. Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted pork loin, prime rib, roast beef, turkey, roasted and braised lamb. Drink: 2023 - 2026 329805 13.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Il Palagio When We Dance Chianti 2021, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Il Palagio, When We Dance 2021 Chianti is a classic, produced from mostly Sangiovese grapes with small amounts of Canaiolo and Colorino. The wine is so named after the group Sting's song "When We Dance." Look for bright red cherry, red berry, savoury herbs and subtle spicy notes on this graceful and elegant Chianti that will dance its way into your heart. Chianti food pairings: rich meaty pastas with a rich tomato sauce, lamb chops from the grill, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2023 - 2024 14008 13% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

De La Madre Garnacha 2018, Castilla La Mancha, La Mancha, Spain: From Castilla La Mancha wine region, De La Madre 2018 is a 100% estate bottled Garnacha Tintorera. Dry, medium-bodied, rich and smoky on the nose with cured meat, red berry, spicy and flinty mineral notes on the palate. The wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks with élevage in concrete tanks for 12 months. Fresh and elegant, enjoy it with turkey tournedos from the grill. Garnacha food pairings: grilled pepper steak, roast chicken, turkey. Drink: 2023 - 2028 18927 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Haut-Veyrac 2018, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: Château Haut-Veyrac Grand Cru 2018 is inky dark red in the glass, fragrant with rose petal, dark plum, black cherry; the wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and vibrant on the palate with dark cherry, blueberry, black currant, bramble leaf, anise, pepper and exotic dark spices. Lots of power on this beautiful Saint-Émilion red wine blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. Good now, better in 2025 or cellar to 2034. Food pairings: roast beef, duck, roast chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2036 30137 15% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine De La Bouronière Fleurie 2019, Fleurie, Beaujolais A.C., France: From the Fleurie, Beaujolais wine region, Domaine De La Bouronière Fleurie 2019 Gamay is produced from organically grown grapes with Terra Vitis certification. A zesty Gamay that is dry, medium-bodied, with bright red berry, cherry, dried fine herbs and gentle pepper spice flavours crisp and juicy on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained. Lightly chill and enjoy it with pepper steak. Food pairings: pepper steak, grilled chicken, veal chops. Drink: 2023 - 2025 29831 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: Copper Cane Quilt 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced by Joseph J. Wagner and is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, California Cab lushly layered with dark fruit, blackberry, leathery, earthy, chocolate and espresso flavours generous and harmonious on the palate. Tannins are structured and fine. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: Brazilian slow-cooked pork, roast turkey, beef and black bean stew, shepherd's pie with root vegetables. Drink: 2023 - 2031 498808 14.5% XD 750 mL $64.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mission Hill Merlot 2021, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: From Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, Mission Hill Reserve 2021 Merlot is produced from grapes sourced from the Black Sage Bench. This is a dry, full-bodied and lush Merlot with blueberry, dark plum, cedar brush and toasty oak spice flavours wrapped up with a whiff of campfire smoke on the palate. Tannins are firm. Good now, better in 2024. Merlot food pairings: pulled pork, shepherd’s pie, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2023 - 2028 553313 14% D 750 mL $32.65 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Alta Yarí Malbec 2020, Gualtallary, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Gualtallary, Uco Valley, Alta Yarí 2020 Gran Malbec is produced from grapes sourced from high altitude vineyards at 1,500 metres. This is a vibrant, fresh and mouth-watering Malbec with bright red berry fruit, pink and blue florals, earthy and savoury on the palate. Drink or cellar to 2033. Malbec food pairings: well-marbled beef steaks from the grill, meat loaf, tourtiere, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2023 - 2033 32147 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marchand-Tawse 2020, Marsannay, Burgundy A.C., France: From Pascal Marchand, Marchand-Tawse 2020 is an unfined and unfiltered Pinot Noir produced from grapes sourced from the Marsannay, Burgundy wine region. Aged for 17 months in French oak barrels (15% new), this dry, medium-bodied PN is built to age and is fragrant with ripe cherry, raspberry, blueberry, baking spice and toasty oak spice aromas and flavours finishing on an earthy, smoky, flinty mineral note. Very nice now, better in 2024 when it will begin to show its best. Food pairings: Coq au vin, grilled lamb chops, roast quail stuffed with wild mushrooms, veal medallions in a cream sauce. Drink: 2024 - 2029 648345 12.5% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Magnol 2018, Haut Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Barton & Guestier, Château Magnol 2018 is a vegan-friendly Bordeaux red blend produced from sustainably grown Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot (45%/40%13%/2%) grapes. A Cru Bourgeois (classified in 1987) grapes were sourced from the left bank of the Gironde estuary in the Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux wine region. The wine is a deep and brilliant cherry red with violet highlights, fragrant and rich with blackberry, black currant, dark cherry, vanilla, minty and subtle spicy notes elegant and silky on the palate. Tannins are velvety and fine-grained. Food pairings: barbequed steak, barbequed pork ribs, rib roast. Drink: 2023 - 2027 384271 13% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Foreign Affair Whisky Barrelled Conspiracy 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula, Ontario wine region, The Foreign Affair Whisky Barrelled Conspiracy 2019 is a dry and robust red wine blend of 62% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 18% Merlot. As in the Ripasso method that gives extra richness to the wine, this wine was repassed over the skins and lees of the grapes. The wine is fragrant and rich with ripe dark fruits, dark cherry, black currant, cedar brush spice flavours and wrapped up with fresh acidity. Tannins are ripe. Enjoy it with a prime rib roast dinner! Food pairings: veal Porterhouse, lamb kebabs, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2027 26422 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Desquiciado Cabernet Franc 2021, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina: The Cabernet Franc and Malbec grapes for Desquiciado 2021 were sourced from Argentina's Tupungato wine region. Grapes were co-fermented giving the wine some beautiful ripe raspberry, blueberry, savoury herb and pepper spice flavours. Tannins are fine-grained. Lovely now though 2026. Amazing value at $16! Cabernet Franc food pairings: game burgers, sausage cassoulet, pork chops from the grill. Drink: 2023 - 2026 32146 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Watkins Shiraz 2021, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: From S, B & J Watkins, Watkins 2021 Shiraz is a great value, vegan-friendly, Langhorne Creek Shiraz at $18. Produced from sustainably-grown grapes, this is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, juicy red expressive with bright, tart berry, cherry, minty, anise and vanilla flavours elegant, plushy and lingering on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and velvety. Pour with well-marbled rib eye steaks from the grill. Shiraz food pairings: lamb ragu, tourtiere, grilled beef ribs. Drink: 2023 - 2028 30751 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Enchanted Tree Shiraz 2018, South Australia, Australia: From Quarisa, Enchanted Tree 2018 Shiraz is an excellent value Padthaway and Coonawarra Shiraz at $18. Fragrant with pink florals and vanilla aromas, the wine is dry, full-bodied and rich with ripe dark fruits, savoury herbs, smoky vanilla and spicy notes fresh and lingering on the palate. This vintage was awarded Double Gold at the 2020 China Wine & Spirits Awards. Shiraz food pairings: rack of lamb, prime ribs from the grill, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2023 - 2028 540286 14.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famiglia Castellani Sangiovese 2019, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Famiglia Castellani 2019 Sangiovese is fragrant with ripe cherry, cedar spice and minty aromas; the wine is dry, medium-bodied and brilliant on the palate with ripe cherry, spiced plum, fine herbs and vanilla flavours with a toasty oak spice finish. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy this lovely Tuscan red with your favourite lasagne or chicken scarpariello dish. Sangiovese food pairings: pizza, lasagne, meaty ravioli. Drink: 2023 - 2026 14374 14% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Portia Roble 2019, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Portia Roble 2019 Tempranillo is produced from 100% Tempranillo sourced from the Ribera Del Duero wine region. Fresh and fragrant with aromas of blackberry, exotic spices, dark plum with a lingering chocolatey finish, this is a juicy red with structured and firm tannins. Decant for one hour prior to pouring it with an equally juicy roast of pork. Food pairings: veal Porterhouse, lamb kebabs, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2028 30231 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Irvine Spring Hill Shiraz 2020, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: From the Barossa wine region in South Australia, the grapes for Irvine Spring Hill 2020 Shiraz were sourced from Irvine's vineyards in the Ebenezer and Eden Valleys. Dry, robust and juicy, this is a heady red with ripe dark berry fruit, cherry, spiced plum, dark chocolate and herbal notes, generous and vibrant on the palate. Enjoy with a rosemary and garlic rubbed roast leg of lamb. Shiraz food pairings: roast leg of lamb, veal medallions in a rich red wine and mushroom sauce, roast duck. Drink: 2023 - 2026 25944 14.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Trapiche Gran Medalla Malbec 2019, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From Trapiche, Gran Medalla 2019 is a fresh, modern-style Malbec, dry, full-bodied, bright on the nose and velvety on the palate with ripe cherry, blueberry, red currant, fine herb and mocha flavours. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from select blocks in the Los Árboles zone, near the foothills of the Andes Mountains. Drink or hold to 2030. Malbec food pairings: roasted game meats, tourtière, boeuf bourguignon. Drink: 2023 - 2032 467977 14.5% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Château d'Aquéria Tavel Rosé 2022, Rhône A.C., France: Château d'Aquéria 2022 Tavel Rosé is a dry, full-bodied rosé blend produced from mostly Grenache with Clairette, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Bourboulenc and Picpoul added to the mix. Fragrant with rose petals, lavender, dried wild herbs, strawberry and red berry flavours juicy and rich on the palate. This wine speaks to the south of France terroir. So good now, chill and enjoy it with roast chicken or duck. Tavel Rosé food pairings: lox and capers, grilled salmon steak, shellfish, fresh fruit, veggies, pasta primavera. Drink: 2023 - 2025 319368 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Duval-Leroy Prestige Premier Cru Brut Rosé Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: A solid Champagne with classic toastiness on the nose and palate. Long finish that is refreshing and crisp. Pair with shellfish. Rosé Champagne food pairings: shellfish hotpot, oysters on the half shell, lime and panko crusted seafood bites. Drink: 2023 - 2026 483107 12% XD 750 mL $93.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Monmarthe Secret De Famille Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Monmarthe Secret De Famille is a 1er Cru Brut Champagne, a solid and fruity traditional method bubble produced by a sixth-generation champagne family. The wine has been aged on its lees for two years and is dry, zesty and toasty with white-fleshed stone fruit, honeyed nut, baked pastry flavours on a fine and persistent mousse with a zesty finish. Very nice now. Chill and enjoy it on its own or with chips and dip. Champagne food pairings: pan-fried lemon sole, creamy cheeses, brunch dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2025 624775 12.4% D 750 mL $52.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

La Gioiosa et Amorosa Brut Prosecco, Treviso, Prosecco D.O.C., Italy: La Gioiosa Et Amorosa Prosecco is so fresh on the nose and palate. Excellent value at $17, this is a zesty bubble, dry, medium-bodied and tasty with fresh-sliced apple, citrus zest and wild herb flavours with a delicate, creamy, frizzante fizz on the palate. Chill and enjoy it on its own or with salads and herbed quiches. Brut Prosecco food pairings: calamari, veggies and dip, quiche, brunch. Drink: 2023 - 2024 32214 12% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Villa Sandi Prosecco, Valdobbiadene, Prosecco D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Valdobbiadene D.O.C.G., Villa Sandi Prosecco is a crisp, dry bubble produced from 100% Glera grapes with a lively and persistent mousse of acacia flowers, melon and lemon cream flavours brilliant on the palate. So good now, Chill and enjoy it on its own or with salads and creamy cheeses. Prosecco food pairings: aperitif, brunch dishes, veggies and dip. Drink: 2023 - 2025 32209 11% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lanson Le Vintage Brut Champagne 2009, Champagne A.C., France: Lanson Le Vintage Gold Label 2009 Champagne is produced from grapes sourced from grand and premier cru vineyards. A lovely dry bubble with citrus, nutty and toasty flavours on a fine and persistent mousse. Ready to drink now! Champagne food pairings: fish and chips, seacuterie, creamy cheeses. Drink: 2023 - 2025 29949 12.5% D 750 mL $102.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Conde De Haro Cava 2019, Cava D.O., Spain: From Muga, Conde De Haro 2019 Cava is made in the same traditional method as in champagne with 70% Macabeo and 30% Chardonnay grapes. Dry, medium-bodied, fresh and zesty with a lively persistent mousse of fresh-sliced apple, peach, lemon zest and flinty steely flavours chalky textured on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with seafood tapas. Cava food pairings: turkey, shellfish, pasta, charcuterie, vegetarian casserole. Drink: 2023 - 2024 168559 12% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château de Bligny Grande Réserve Brut Rosé Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Château De Bligny Grande Réserve rosé Champagne just tickles the nose with pinkness. Love the ripe raspberry, red berry, brioche, nutty and lemon zesty aromas on the nose, vibrant on the palate with a fine and persistent mousse. Easy to love. Chill and enjoy on its own or with brunch dishes. Brut Rosé Champagne food pairings: fried chicken, chips and dip, oyster poor boy sammies, seafood and shellfish dishes. Drink: 2021 - 2026 21290 12% D 750 mL $69.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Wines of Substance Chardonnay 2020, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From the Columbia Valley wine region in Washington, Wines of Substance 2020 Chardonnay is a dry, full-bodied expressive Chard with warm white florals, ginger and fine herb aromas with white florals, baked pear, apple, citrus cream and ginger spice flavours balanced with fresh acidity on the palate. Very nicely done. Produced by K Vintners. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, lobster bisque, grilled turkey burgers. Drink: 2023 - 2025 16996 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Willm Reserve Pinot Blanc 2021, Alsace A.C., France: Willm Réserve 2021 Pinot Blanc is a super fresh and supple Alsatian Pinot Blanc; dry, medium-bodied with spring florals, white-fleshed stone fruit, lemon zest, blanched almond aromas and flavours silky, fresh and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with pan-fried Walleye filets topped with buttery toasted slivered almonds and a squeeze of lemon juice. Pinot Blanc food pairings: blintz pancakes with smoked salmon, pan-fried whitefish with a squeeze of lemon juice, seafood chowder. Drink: 2023 - 2025 667774 12.4% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2022, Hemel En Aarde Valley W.O., South Africa: From Hemel En Aarde Valley wine region, Hamilton Russell 2022 Chardonnay is the winery's flagship Chardonnay. A beautiful, rich Chardonnay, full-bodied with layers of ripe pear, apple, yellow plum, lemon curd, toasted nut flavours and smoky, briny mineral notes elegant and beautifully balanced with fresh acidity on the palate. Drink through 2030. This Chardonnay was barrel-fermented with most of the wine aged for nine months in French oak barrels with the remaining 10% aged in large foudres and stainless steel and ceramic eggs. Grapes are sourced from vineyards that are two kilometres from the Atlantic Ocean's Walker Bay, with the cooling influence of the cold Benguela current flowing up from Antarctica and the prevailing southeast winds allowing for cooler days but warmer nights as well as moderate winters for an overall Mediterranean climate. Chardonnay food pairings: prawn bisque, chicken breast, frittata, cheese fondue, turkey. Drink: 2023 - 2027 931006 13% XD 750 mL $64.95 Score: 95/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Benziger Sauvignon Blanc 2021, North Coast, California, United States: From North Coast, California, Benziger 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is produced with sustainably-grown Sauvignon Blanc wine grapes sourced from Lake County, Sonoma County. A super zesty SB with great balance and flavours of green melon, apple, Meyer lemon and grape fruit zest with tropical fruit notes on the palate. Grapes were cold-fermented in stainless steel tank giving this dry, medium-bodied SB its mouth-watering freshness! So good now. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads, grilled seafood dishes, grilled chicken breasts. Drink: 2023 - 2024 172171 13% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Auntsfield Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Southern Valleys, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From Southern Valleys, Marlborough, Auntsfield 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from a single vineyard. Intense with green apple, fine green herbs, melon and jalapeno pepper flavours, mouth watering and finishing long on the palate. Drink through 2028. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: oriental chicken salad with yoghurt and citrus dressing, grilled lemon herb chicken breast, roast duck breast on sliced poached pears. Drink: 2023 - 2030 663286 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lawson's Dry Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Lawson's Dry Hills 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is great value at $21. Produced from sustainably grown grapes, the wine is also vegan-friendly. This SB is enticing with aromas of passionfruit, mango, fine herbs, lemon-lime zest and spicy notes so fresh on the palate. The wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks, but a portion was produced in neutral French oak barrels. Drink through 2025. Crafted by Ross and Barbara Lawson who have been grape growers since 1980, and winemakers since 1992. This winery is part of the Family of Twelve, a group of a dozen artisanal wineries founded in 2005, six of which are from the North Island and six from the South Island. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled Dijon chicken stuffed with ham and cheese, salads topped with grilled shrimp, fish tacos. Drink: 2023 - 2026 214460 13% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

OTU Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: OTU 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably grown grapes from Top Block Vineyard. So intense with passionfruit, green melon, lime zest, fine green herbs and so deliciously fresh with racy acidity! Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: fish tacos, scallop ceviche, crab cakes. Drink: 2023 - 2025 17548 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. September 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bersano Gavi Di Gavi 2021, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Bersano 2021 Gavi di Gavi is a dry, medium-bodied white wine produced from the delicate Cortese grape from north-western Italy. Fresh on the nose and crisp on the palate, it is zesty with Meyer lemon, ripe stone fruit, green herbs and minerally notes. Chill and enjoy it with a seafood risotto. Gavi Di Gavi food pairings: steamed clams in lemon butter, mussels in their own juice, oyster hot pot. Drink: 2023 - 2024 999979 12.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sidewood Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Sidewood 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is a great value Adelaide Hills SB at $19. Produced from sustainably grown grapes, the wine is fresh on the nose with white florals, green melon, lemon-lime zest, fine green herbs and matched with eye-winking. Produced from a gentle press of free run juice, the wine spent four months in tank with extended lees contact giving finesse, structure and a zippy zesty freshness to the wine. At its best and drinking beautifully now. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pan-fried pickerel, steamed shellfish dishes, herbed flat breads with goat cheese. Drink: 2023 - 2024 518357 12.8% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wine Art Estate Plano Malagousia 2022, Drama P.G.I., Greece: From the Drama P.G.I., Wine Art Estate Plano 2022 Malagousia is dry, medium-bodied, fresh and so fragrant with ripe melon, tropical fruits, apple, lemon zest and mineral notes fresh and sleek on the palate. Drinking beautifully now. Chill and enjoy it with seafood dishes Malagousia food pairings: grilled chicken, pasta Primavera, salads. Drink: 2023 - 2024 33256 12% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château La Perriere Muscadet 2021, Sèvre Et Maine, Loire A.C., France: From the Loire wine region, Château La Perriere 2021 Muscadet Sèvre Et Maine sur lie is amazing value at $15. Produced from the Melon de Bourgogne grape, this is a natural beauty, fresh and zesty for seafood, in particular, shellfish dishes like moules frites. Look for bright green apple, citrus zest and leesy notes balanced with racy acidity on the palate and ending with a lingering briny mineral finish. Absolutely delish as is its price. Muscadet food pairings: moules & frites, shellfish hotpot, freshly steamed and chilled shrimp. Drink: 2023 - 2025 30099 12% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Grgich Hills Chardonnay 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Napa Valley, Grgich Hills 2019 Chardonnay is produced from 100% estate-grown grapes that are certified organic and biodynamic. This zesty Chard is dry, medium-bodied with layers of ripe stone fruit, lemon curd, toasted nut, earthy, smoky and minerally flavours silky smooth with a long and harmonious finish. The wine is aged 10 months in French oak barrels (40% new). Drink through 2029. Mike Grgich made the 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay - the white wine that won the Paris Tasting. Chardonnay food pairings: fish tacos, smoked salmon, grilled whitefish. Drink: 2023 - 2029 346304 14.5% XD 750 mL $78.95 Score: 94/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Maison Roche de Bellene Chardonnay 2021, Burgundy A.C., France: Maison Roche de Bellene 2021 Chardonnay is produced from sustainably grown, Old Vines Chardonnay grapes averaging 50 years of age. Dry, medium-bodied and fresh, look for ripe yellow apple, lemon zest, toasted nut and well-integrated oak spice flavours buttery on the palate. A very nicely done Burgundian Chardonnay to drink or hold. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken, turkey burgers, roast duck, seafood dishes, linguini Alfredo with clams, seared sea scallops. Drink: 2023 - 2026 299867 13% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mission Hill Reserve Chardonnay, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: This is a beautifully buttery, creamy and well-balanced Chardonnay from Mission Hill in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley. Love the fresh yellow apple, pear, melon, tropical fruit, butterscotch, creamy citrus and baking spice flavours on this mouth-filling Chard. Pour with a roast chicken and pasta in a Bechamel sauce. Yum! Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, veal Porterhouse, lobster bisque. Drink: 2023 - 2025 545004 13.8% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

William Fèvre Champs Royaux Chablis 2020, Burgundy A.C., France: From William Fèvre Champs Royaux 2020 a dry, brilliant Chablis with five percent of the wine fermented in neutral wood barrels with the balance in stainless steel tank. Look for layers of lemon drop, soft citrus zest, apple-pear and briny mineral flavours with a lingering and mouth-wateringly good finish. Chablis food pairings: oysters on the half-shell, mussels Portuguese, clam linguine. Drink: 2023 - 2025 461640 12.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tawse Limestone Ridge-North Riesling 2020, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment wine region, Tawse Limestone Ridge-North 2020 Riesling is vegan-friendly and great value at $22. Limestone Ridge is the most limestone-laden vineyard of Tawse's estate vineyards, and this off-dry, vibrant Riesling is expressive of its terroir with fresh green apple, soft citrus, ripe peach and flinty mineral flavours fresh and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy with fish tacos. Riesling food pairings: roast chicken, shrimp tempura, grilled salmon. Drink: 2023 - 2028 431593 10% MS 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. September 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Zuccardi Serie A Torrontés 2022, Salta, Argentina: Zuccardi Serie A 2022 Torrontés is great value at $18. Fragrant and fresh with white florals, soft citrus zest, ripe stone fruit and subtle spicy flavours zesty on the palate. Grapes are pressed directly into stainless-steel tanks with a short maceration and fermentation period to maintain the fragrant florals and fruit freshness in the wine. Drinking beautifully now. Torrontés food pairings: Asian dishes, fresh seafood salad, seafood appetizers, smoked turkey sandwich. Drink: 2023 - 2025 389262 13.9% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Featherstone Canadian Oak Chardonnay 2021, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Featherstone 2021 Chardonnay is a bone-dry, full-bodied, zesty Chardonnay aged in Canadian oak barrels made from oak of trees grown along the Grand River in Ontario. Grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with native wild yeasts. Look for nutty, ripe gold apple, yellow plum, piney and smoky aromas and flavours on this zesty Chard. Chill and enjoy with juicy pork chops from the grill. Chardonnay food pairings: Asian dishes, crab cakes, pan-fried cod, baked maple ham. Drink: 2023 - 2026 149302 13% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

McManis Chardonnay 2022, River Junction, California, United States: McManis 2022 Chardonnay is produced from estate-grown grapes from River Junction located in the driest part of the delta where the San Joaquin and Stanislaus rivers meet. River Junction was designated an AVA in 2001 and is home to a single producer. Dry, medium-bodied, rich and creamy, this Chardonnay is buttery on the palate with ripe peach, pear, lemon curd and toasty oak spice flavours. McManis has been family-owned for five generations and is certified sustainable under Lodi Rules. Chardonnay food pairings: chicken Kiev, pan-fried cod with lemon butter sauce, toasted ravioli served with Alfredo sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2026 265983 13.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kellerei Bozen Pinot Grigio 2022, Südtirol Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Kellerei Bozen 2022 Pinot Grigio is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Alto Adige wine region in northern Italy. Grapes are grown in gravelly-alluvial soils in Bolzano, known for creating wines with light smoky aromas. The wine was produced in temperature-controlled, stainless-steel tanks to retain maximum freshness and aromas. Expect a fresh, lean and minerally wine, dry, medium-bodied and flavoursome with yellow pear, ripe melon, subtle spice and lemon zest flavours silky and vibrant on the palate. Pinot Grigio food pairings: grilled chicken breasts, baked mussel and clam casserole, spring greens salad with pear and apple. Drink: 2023 - 2024 249466 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Maturana Naranjo Torontel Orange Wine 2022, Maule Valley, Chile: From Chile's Maule Valley, Maturana Naranjo 2022 Torontel Orange Wine is produced from grapes sourced for a vineyard planted more than 90 years ago in the Caliboro zone. Deliciously fragrant with honeyed white florals, orange peel, exotic spices and fine dried herbs fresh and concentrated on the palate. A complex wine from spending nine months in contact with grape skins in concrete eggs. Torontel Orange Wine food pairings: herbed quiches, flatbreads, salads, pasta Primavera. Drink: 2023 - 2030 556217 13.2% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cline Viognier 2021, North Coast, California, United States: From North Coast, California, Cline 2021 Viognier is a great value, dry, full-bodied California Viognier at $20. Produced from sustainably grown grapes treated to the north coast's cooler temperatures, the wine is fresh and fragrant with white summer florals, tropical fruit, white-fleshed stone fruit and spicy notes, fresh on the palate with a lingering and satisfying finish. Viognier food pairings: crab cakes with mango chutney, mild curries, pork tenderloin en croute. Drink: 2023 - 2026 128421 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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