Wine Picks July 8, 2016 | Natalie MacLean: Canada's Best Wine Courses, Tasting Classes, Food Pairings, Expert Reviews

Note: This batch of wine reviews is not part of the bi-weekly Vintages Releases. Instead, it's a collection of wines outside the Vintages section in store (general list) or wines sent to me directly from wineries that may not yet be available in liquor stores. Click on the Winery or Wine Agency link to get more info.

Canada

Creekside Estate Winery Life Is Good Chardonnay 2008, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Nice for the price! This lovely Chard offers pleasant notes of green apples and butterscotch. tasty and balanced. A terrific party wine. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled shellfish, roast turkey even noodle caboodle. Drink: 2009 - 2012 146852 12.2% MD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 87/100. July 2016. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Chile

Cono Sur Bicicleta Shiraz 2014, Colchagua, Chile: Juicy purple plums and fleshy blueberries with a full-bodied weight and smooth texture. 64295 13.5% D 750 mL $12.95 Score: 85/100. July 2016. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart