Dessert Wine
Greenlane Estate Winery Riesling Icewine 2008, Niagara Peninsula, Canada: A gorgeous, beautifully scented dessert wine with aromas of apricot preserves, honeysuckle and peach jam. Perfect balance. Triple yum! Riesling Icewine food pairings: strong cheeses, smoked almonds. Drink: 2010 - 2015 988591000060 10.7% S 200 mL $30.00 Score: 91/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Mapoggo Cabernet Franc Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2008, Paarl, South Africa: Savoury and absolutely delicious! Smooth, earthy and full-bodied with fleshy, ripe blackberries, black olives and smoke on the finish. Yum! Drink: 2010 - 2014 14.5% D 750 mL $15.00 Score: 89/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Santa Barbara Winery North Canyon Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008, Santa Barbara County, Los Alamos, United States: Rich cherry liqueur with full-bodied flavour and juicy goodness in this robust Pinot. There's some spices on the finish with a profusion of berry flavour that rolls on long after your glass is empty. Drink: 2010 - 2014 194332 14.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stags' Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Napa Valley, United States: Beautifully balanced with classic aromas of blackberry, truffle, espresso and blackcurrant. Full-bodied with a polished, velvet texture. A long finish infused with black plums and deep satisfaction. Drink: 2010 - 2016 996405 13.9% 750 mL $79.95 Score: 91/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Union Wines Pinot Noir Cabernet, Merlot Gamay Noir 2007, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada: Good value for this supple, medium- to full-bodied red with dark cherry-berry flavours and aromas. This would be a crowd pleaser at a party. Pinot Noir Cabernet, Merlot Gamay Noir food pairings: red meats, BBQ, pastas, tapas. Drink: 2010 - 2014 197152 12.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosehall Run Cuvee County Pinot Noir 2008, Prince Edward County, Canada: A gorgeous pinot with extraordinary elegance and balance. Ripe cherry aromas but not too berry-fruity: some subtle earthiness. Satin smooth and medium-bodied. Drink: 2010 - 2013 834328002282 12% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Greenlane Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Niagara Peninsula, Canada: Mocha-rich goodness on the nose with deep flavours of blackberries, blackcurrants and cassis on the palate. Velvet smooth with medium- to full-bodied weight. Impressive. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: charbroiled beef steaks. Drink: 2010 - 2017 988591000053 13% D 750 mL $24.00 Score: 88/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Greenlane Estate Winery Cabernet Merlot 2007, Ontario, Canada: This Cabernet Merlot blend is full-bodied, smooth and has delicious aromas and flavours of dark berries and plums. An auspicious start for this new winery! Well-made wines out of the gate at very reasonable prices. Cabernet Merlot food pairings: meat lovers' pizza, hamburgers. Drink: 2010 - 2015 9888591000046 12.5% D 750 mL $15.00 Score: 87/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Greenlane Estate Winery Chardonnay 2008, Niagara Peninsula, Canada: A balanced, solid Chardonnay with a nice rounded texture and aromas of green apples, smoke and hazelnut. A judicious use of oak that's well-integrated into the wine. Well done, especially for the first vintage. Chardonnay food pairings: smoked trout. Drink: 2010 - 2013 988591000039 12.5% D 750 mL $16.00 Score: 87/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Weingut Leopold Schätzle Leopold Gruner Veltliner 2008, Kamptal, Austria: Incredibly clean and refreshing with aromas of white grapefruit and a minerally flint. Some smokiness lends some richness. Terrific aperitif or companion to many foods. Gruner Veltliner food pairings: sushi, lightly prepared fish, chicken, schnitzel, crumbed dishes. Drink: 2010 - 2012 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.50 Score: 86/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Dürnberg GmbH Rabenstein Gruner Veltliner 2009, Niederosterreich, Austria: Crisp, clean, light and refreshing with notes of white melon and grapefruit. Makes a good aperitif. Drink: 2010 - 2013 2222 12.5% M 750 mL $17.99 Score: 85/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Union Wines Riesling Sauvignon Blanc Gewurztraminer Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada: Pretty floral and white peach notes on the nose of this refreshing, vibrant white wine. Makes a terrific aperitif as well as an accompaniment to many dishes. Riesling Sauvignon Blanc Gewurztraminer Chardonnay food pairings: fusion foods, seafood salads, spicy tapas, grilled chicken. Drink: 2010 - 2013 197145 12% 750 mL $13.95 Score: 86/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosehall Run Musque Chardonnay 2009, Prince Edward County, Canada: So pretty! Lively and juicy aromas of lime and white peach. Zesty and refreshing as an aperitif or companion to many dishes. Medium-bodied and ultra-tasty. Drink: 2010 - 2011 834328002398 12% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. July 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart