Argentina
Catena High Mountain Vines Chardonnay 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied Argentine white wine made with classic Chardonnay grapes that has been oak aged. Aromas of green apple and vanilla spice. Balanced, rich, luscious and lasting. Pair with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: roasted stuffed chicken, seared scallops, pasta with primavera sauce, fish and chips. Drink: 2017 - 2021 918805 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kaiken Terroir Series Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Petit Verdot 2016, Vista Flores, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Montes, Kaiken Terroir Series 2016 is lush and savoury with dark plum, dusty herbs and florals on the palate. Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Petit Verdot food pairings: game burgers, beef steak, grilled veal chops. Drink: 2018 - 2022 384305 14.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Bousquet Reserve Malbec 2016, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: This vintage of Domaine Bousquet Reserve is a savoury and spicy, medium-bodied blend of Malbec with a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon. Domaine Bosquet is certified organic. Malbec food pairings: braised beef dishes, turkey, soft cheese, roast pork. Drink: 2018 - 2022 55244 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Posta 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: Rustic, cedary and loaded with toasty oak. Black fruit on the palate and more oak. Drink with a rare steak. Food pairings: grilled burgers, pepper steaks, smoky ribs. Drink: 2018 - 2022 555789 13.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 86/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Australia
Tahbilk Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Nagambie Lakes, Victoria, Australia: Tahbilk 2015 is a dry, medium-bodied, fleshy Cabernet Sauvignon with blackberry, black currant, olive and savoury herb flavours Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled burgers, barbecued steak. Drink: 2018 - 2023 138818 13.5% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sister's Run Cow's Corner Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2016, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Fleshy ripe and sweet blackberry and menthol on the nose and palate of this gorgeous, plump Australian red wine that's a blend of 80% Grenache, 15% Shiraz and 5% Mataro grapes. Supple, smooth and full-bodied. Pai with roast beef, of course. Grenache Shiraz Mataro food pairings: gourmet hamburgers, sausages, barbecue-grilled meat-lovers’ pizza, lamb cutlets. Drink: 2018 - 2022 346510 14.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Canada
Sue-Ann Staff Fancy Farm Girl Foxy Pink 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Sue-Ann Staff Fancy Farm Girl Foxy Pink (2017) is vibrant and fresh salmon-pink Niagara rosé blend of 90% Riesling and 10% Cabernet Franc grapes Look for ripe strawberry, rhubarb and peach on this off-dry pink. Pair with a goat cheese and arugula quiche. Food pairings: seared wild salmon steaks, charcuterie, grilled pork chops. Drink: 2018 - 2020 469338 11% M 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Backyard Vineyards Nosey Neighbour Cabernet Franc 2015, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A robust, rustic, savoury Niagara red wine with a full tannic grip on the palate. Made from the Cabernet Franc grape. Aromas of black fruit, tar and loads of toasty oak. Pair with grilled meats. Cabernet Franc food pairings: roast goose, meat lover's pizza, vegetarian chilli, turkey. Drink: 2018 - 2022 469247 13% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Jackson-Triggs Entourage Grand Reserve Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This traditional method Cava is dry, and crisp with ripe apple, lemon-lime zest and nutty leesy flavours on the palate with a mouth-watering finish -- a sparkler made from fried chicken or pan-fried panfish. Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seafood hors d'oeuvres, grilled herb chicken, quiche. Drink: 2018 - 2020 353078 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wildass Stratus Vineyards 2014, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Very tart and acidic with flavours of sour cherry. The vines for this Niagara-on-the-Lake wine grow outside a Leeds certified winery building, and the grapes are hand-picked. Black fruit aromas and flavours with a firm tannic grip on the palate of this full-bodied Niagara red wine blend. Food pairings: rib eye steak on the barbeque, gourmet burgers, pork ribs on the barbie. Drink: 2017 - 2020 86363 13.4% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Malivoire Vivant Rosé 2017, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Vivant means alive, and this Niagara rosé certainly has lots of life in the glass, with vibrant, zesty aromas of field strawberries. This wine is made from Pinot Noir grapes that are hand-harvested during cool mornings to preserve fruit freshness, then are whole cluster pressed to have minimal grape skin contact with the juice in order to achieve this delicate salmon, ballet-sipper hue. Racy acidity for fresh seafood and shellfish. Medium-bodied and works well as a refreshing aperitif. Rosé food pairings: charcuterie, soft herbal cheeses with dried fruit, strawberry and spinach salad with poppy seed dressing, fresh oysters or citrus poached shrimp. Drink: 2018 - 2020 498535 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Oak Bay Pinot Noir 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: St. Hubertus/Oak Bay Estate Winery in BC's Okanagan Valley, Oak Bay 2014 Pinot Noir is dry, medium-bodied with dark cherry, savoury spice and smoky flavours on the palate. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast duck in port wine sauce, veal chops, grilled duck sausages, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2018 - 2022 267146 13.6% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chile
Tabalí Pedregoso Gran Reserva Carmenère 2014, Cachapoal Valley D.O., Chile: Tabali Pedregoso Gran Reserva (2014) is a medium-bodied, old vines Carmenère with fresh red berries and dried herb flavours on the palate. Carmenère food pairings: game burgers, beef steak, grilled veal chops. Drink: 2018 - 2022 569681 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Montes Alpha Syrah 2015, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: Savoury and juicy with aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and blackberries with some smoke. Perfect for grilled meats. Syrah food pairings: beef, game, BBQ sauced spareribs, hamburgers. Drink: 2018 - 2024 612 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
France
Château Larroque 2015, Bordeaux A.C., France: Chateau Larroque 2015 is a 63% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc from the Bordeaux wine region. Look for ripe red fruit, savoury spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are grippy. Food pairings: prime rib steak, roast lamb, oyster and kidney pie, game terrine. Drink: 2018 - 2024 92536 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Laurent Gauthier Grand Cras Vieilles Vignes 2015, Morgon, Beaujolais A.C., France: A lively, vibrant Beaujolais red wine made from 100% Gamay Noir grapes. Aromas of tart cherry, with some stemmy notes. Smooth and medium-bodied. The vines are planted in the Cru Morgon on steep and well exposed hillsides. Pair with veal. Food pairings: grilled gourmet burgers, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2018 - 2024 279059 13.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 2017, Loire A.C., France: A pleasant, light-bodied French white wine from the Loire Valley with racy acidity for seafood. Aromas of lemongrass and lemon zest. Sancerre food pairings: grilled shellfish, mussel hotpot, clams vongole. Drink: 2018 - 2019 264945 12.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Hauts De Lagarde 2017, Bordeaux A.C., France: A zesty, crisp French white wine made from a blend of 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Semillon. Aromas of lemongrass, chives and lime. This is an organic wine. Excellent value. Pair with shellfish. Food pairings: oysters Rockefeller, poached salmon in white wine sauce, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2018 - 2020 387787 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Du Port Cuvée Prestige Malbec 2014, Cahors, Southwest A.C., France: A dark, tannic, tart southern French red wine made from Malbec grapes. Aromas of black fruit, tar and toasty oak. This 16 hectare vineyard is planted on a terrace. Pair with rare meats. Malbec food pairings: grilled hanger steak, meat pies, roast chicken. Drink: 2018 - 2022 380683 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Les Grands Bois Cuvée Maximilien 2015, Cairanne, Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, Rhône A.P., France: A dark, brooding Heathcliff kind of wine with aromas of black fruit, tar and smoke. This is a blend of 50% Grenache, 35% Mouvedre and the rest Syrah. The wine was aged in concrete tanks and stainless steel. Pair with a rare steak. Food pairings: beef tenderloin, prime rib roast, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2018 - 2022 286336 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Abbotts & Delaunay Les Fruits Sauvages Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Pays D'oc, Languedoc I.G.P., France: A robust southern French red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. The vines are planted in the foothills of the Cévennes mountains as well as in Aude Valley. Aromas of dark fruit, smoke and black spice. Pair with meat lovers' pizza. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: chicken, braised lamb, roast beef, rosemary pork tenderloin. Drink: 2018 - 2024 561209 13.1% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Champagne 2008, Champagne A.C., France: A lovely, mature Champagne with toasted almond and dried fig. Serve chilled as an aperitif. Champagne food pairings: oysters on the half-shell, roast chicken sandwiches, seafood bites. Drink: 2017 - 2022 240085 12% XD 750 mL $56.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Clarke 2010, Listrac-Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: A spectacular red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that's a third the price of comparable quality Bordeaux. Complex, rich and deep. The 2009 vintage was overshadowed by 2010, but when you find a gem like this one, snatch it up by the case. Great cellar candidate. Pair with fine cuts of beef. Food pairings: beef tenderloin, prime rib roast, stuffed saddle of rabbit. Drink: 2017 - 2023 503904 14% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 93/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tessellae Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre 2015, Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi A.C., France: Loads of fleshy black and purple plums on the nose and palate with cracked black pepper on the finish. Staggeringly great for the price. The 2015 vintage of Tessellae Old Vines Cotes du Roussillon is fresh and intriguing on the nose with fleshy purple plums, black fruit and some toast. Perfect for grilled meats. Finishes with pepper and dark spice. Highly recommended. Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre food pairings: juicy, rare steak, barbecued ribs in sauce, hamburger, hard cheese. Drink: 2017 - 2020 343517 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tessellae Rosé 2017, Côtes Catalanes, Roussillon I.G.P., France: A light-bodied, soft French rose with aromas of pale pink florals. Pair with light seafood. Rosé food pairings: grilled sausages, antipasto, charcuterie and cheese. Drink: 2018 - 2020 450817 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. August 2018. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Famille Perrin Tavel 2017, Rhône A.C., France: From famed producer, Perrin. This Tavel is a soft rose petal pink in the glass. Look for ripe cherries and light herbs on this elegant Tavel from the Rhone wine region. Tavel food pairings: grilled salmon steak, shellfish, fresh fruit, veggies, pasta primavera. Drink: 2018 - 2020 680801 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Fevre Vaulorent Chablis 2015, Burgundy A.C., France: A terrific, vibrant, zesty northern Burgundian unoaked Chardonnay from the Chablis region. Aromas of green apple, lime and lemon. Perfect as a chilled aperitif or companion to seafood or shellfish. Chablis food pairings: oysters poorboy sandwiches, steamed mussels in their own juice, clams vongole. Drink: 2018 - 2020 558593 13% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 95/100. August 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Gérard Bertrand Syrah Carignan 2015, Minervois, Midi A.P., France: A lovely, stunningly well-priced robust red wine from southern France. This is a robust blend of Syrah and Carignan grapes. Aromas of dark fruit and toasty oak. Pair with hard cheeses and hearty meat dishes. Syrah Carignan food pairings: Indian dishes, beef, pasta, Swiss cheese, Tourtière. Drink: 2018 - 2022 952804 14% XD 750 mL $17.25 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Germany
Paul Anheuser Schlossböckelheimer Königsfels Riesling Kabinett 2016, Nahe Prädikatswein, Germany: A lovely, light-bodied medium sweet German Riesling with aromas of peach blossom and honeysuckle. Nicely balanced acidity for seafood. Riesling Kabinett food pairings: seafood pastas, turkey dinner, pulled-pork dishes, rosemary-garlic chicken breast, pork chops. Drink: 2018 - 2020 161828 9% M 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Italy
Tezza Ma Roat Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2015, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Ma Roat translates to Red Moon in the Venetian dialect and is represented on the bottle. Full-bodied and juicy with aromas of dark red fruit, dried herbs and smoke. Pair with rare meats. Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore food pairings: wild mushroom ravioli, gnocchi, mushroom in butter sauce. Drink: 2018 - 2022 84053 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mastroberardino Aglianico 2015, Campania I.G.T., Italy: A robust, rustic Italian red wine made from the Aglianico grape. Aromas of dried herbs, black fruit and toasty oak. Pair with hamburgers. Aglianico food pairings: wild boar cacciatore, chocolate chili, baked eggplant, venison. Drink: 2018 - 2024 93112 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 88/100. August 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Brancaia Tre 2015, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: A smooth, robust Italian red wine that's a blend of three grapes (thus Tre on the label): Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from the winery's three Tuscan estates. Aromas of black fruit and toasty oak. Pair with grilled meats. Food pairings: meaty ravioli with rich tomato sauce, meat lover's pizza, vegetarian lasagna. Drink: 2018 - 2022 164715 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. August 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Donnachiara Montefalcione Fiano Di Avellino 2015, Campania D.O.C.G., Italy: Donnachiara Montefalcione 2015 is a fresh and crisp white wine with ripe golden apple flavours on the palate made from 100% Fiano grapes from the Campania wine region where it is called Fiano di Avellino. Pair with seafood. Fiano Di Avellino food pairings: grilled sardines, poached whitefish, seared trout. Drink: 2018 - 2020 372482 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Fattoria Dei Barbi Brunello Di Montalcino 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A gorgeous northern Italian red wine made from the Sangiovese grape. Aromas of wild truffle, violets, earth and smoke. Full-bodied, complex, elegant and long. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair with truffled risotto. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: rack of lamb, ravioli, beef stew. Drink: 2018 - 2026 928028 14.5% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 94/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Castello di Gabbiano Riserva Chianti Classico 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G, Italy: A vibrant, racy, smooth, full-bodied Chianti Reserva with great typicity of the region and terroir. Aromas of earth, smoke and dried black fruit. Mouth-watering and juicy. Pair with tomato-based meat sauces. Chianti Classico food pairings: roast beef, cheesy pizza, stuffed roasted turkey, pasta in tomato sauce.. Drink: 2017 - 2023 216309 14% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zenato Alanera 2014, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: A robust, juicy Italian red wine that uses the appassimento method to dry grapes before fermentation to concentrate flavour and weight in the finished wine. Aromas of dark tart cherry, smoke and dried herbs. Pair with pasta and tomato sauce. Food pairings: roast beef, meat lover's pizza topped with steak, meaty pasta in tomato sauce. Drink: 2018 - 2024 451724 13.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato 2015, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Guado Al Tasso Il Bruciato 2015 is full-bodied red blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Syrah selected from several vineyards in the Bogheri. The 2015 was a good one with lots of ripe berry fruit, spice and toasty flavours on the palate. Food pairings: grill hanger steak, pork roast, meat and pasta dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2022 674135 13.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Latium Morini Campo Leòn Amarone Della Valpolicella 2012, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Latium Morini Campo Leo is black cherry liqueur, pepper and cocoa on the nose, robust and rich with dark fruit, cherry liqueur and dark chocolate on the palate Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: baked lasagna, linguine with fresh and sun-dried tomato sauce, spaghetti alla carbonara. Drink: 2018 - 2026 334300 16.5% D 750 mL $48.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
New Zealand
Old Coach Road Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Nelson, South Island, New Zealand: Very grassy and herbal New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with lots of racy acidity for seafood. Medium-bodied, no oak. Bottled by Seifried Estate. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: cold chicken sandwiches, steamed mussels, seafood bites. Drink: 2018 - 2019 483495 12.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Auntsfield Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Southern Valleys, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Clean, crisp and vibrant New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from the Marlborough region. Aromas of freshly cut grass, lime, chives and lemongrass. Racy acidity for seafood. Medium-bodied, no oak. 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: 2018 - 2019 663286 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Dashwood Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Clean, crisp and vibrant New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from the Marlborough region. Aromas of freshly cut grass, lime, chives and lemongrass. Racy acidity for seafood. Medium-bodied, no oak. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: summer salad topped with goat cheese and ripe peaches. Drink: 2018 - 2019 465989 13% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
3 Stones Pinot Gris 2017, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Clean, crisp and vibrant New Zealand Pinot Gris from the Marlborough region. Aromas of lime, chives and lemongrass. Racy acidity for seafood. Medium-bodied, no oak. Pinot Gris food pairings: lemon sole, tilapia filets with pesto sauce, planked salmon. Drink: 2018 - 2019 362053 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Portugal
Quinta Da Murta 2015, Bucelas, Lisboa D.O.C., Portugal: A zesty, juicy, mouth-watering Portuguese white wine with aromas of white melon, lime and smoke. Medium-bodied. Perfect for seafood or as an aperitif. Great price. Food pairings: pasta Primavera, grilled chicken grilled seafood. Drink: 2018 - 2020 380279 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
South Africa
Man Family Wines Ou Kalant Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Savoury and juicy South African Cabernet with aromas of cassis and blackberry with toasty oak. Pair with a rare steak. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: slow-braised lamb shanks, Porchetta sandwiches, grilled bavette steak. Drink: 2018 - 2022 512897 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Spain
Conde Valdemar Reserva 2011, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A juicy, full-bodied Spanish red wine from the heart of Rioja. This wine is mostly the classic Tempranillo grape. Perfect for porta bello mushroom and grilled lamb. Food pairings: Portobello mushroom, chili, grilled lamb steaks, pan-seared venison. Drink: 2018 - 2022 947309 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ontañón Gran Reserva 2005, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A lovely, mature Spanish red wine with aromas of smoke, leather, dried dark berries, cigarbox and spice. Medium- to almost-full-bodied. Pair with rack of lamb. Food pairings: grilled steaks, rich meat-based pasta dishes, veal scaloppini. Drink: 2007 - 2019 939736 13.5% XD 750 mL $38.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pazo Das Bruxas Albariño 2016, Rîas Baixas D.O., Spain: Pazo das Bruxas (2016) is a zesty, dry and crisp Albarino from the Rias Baixas wine region and is produced by the Torres family. Look for ripe apples and Asian pear, almond and light herbal flavours on the palate. Pair with pan-fried trout. Albariño food pairings: linguine with crab meat, Caesar salad topped with grilled shrimp, vegetarian quiche. Drink: 2018 - 2020 417667 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. August 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Borsao Tres Picos Garnacha 2016, Campo De Borja D.O., Spain: Borsao Tres Picos is a full-bodied 100% Grenache red from the Campo de Borja wine region located in south Rioja. Lots of mocha and dark chocolate aromas on the nose that are then flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. The 2016 vintage is great value under $20. This winery is comprised of 100% Garnacha grapes. The grapes for this wine grow on old vines, which provides additional concentration and flavour. Great structure. A rich darkly hued colour in the glass. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with grilled steak. Garnacha food pairings: veal chops in red wine sauce, turkey tetrazzini, soft cheeses. Drink: 2018 - 2025 273748 15% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Long Wines Finca Monica Tempranillo 2016, Rioja, Spain: A juicy, full-bodied Spanish red wine with aromas of fleshy ripe purple and black plums and toasty oak. Made from the Graciano grape. Pair with rack of lamb.
Tempranillo food pairings: smoked meat, turkey, veal breast stuffed with wild mushrooms, wild mushroom quiche. Drink: 2018 - 2024 574368 14.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
United States
Mcmanis Zinfandel 2016, Lodi, California, United States: A delicious Californian Zinfandel that's also exceptionally well-balanced. Juicy, robust and bursting with mouth-watering aromas of purple plums and fleshy blackberries. Perfect for grilled steak. Zinfandel food pairings: chicken wings, spaghetti Bolognese, grilled lamb loin, grilled duck breast. Drink: 2017 - 2021 256735 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bonterra The Mcnab 2013, Mcnab Ranch, Mendocino County, California, United States: A full-bodied, complex and layered Californian red wine made from grapes that are farmed biodynamically (organic plus more measures to preserve the vineyard ecology). Aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, toasty oak, smoke and graphite. Decant 1 hour and pair with a rare steak, organic and grass-fed beef, of course. Food pairings: grilled Porterhouse steak, venison roast, meat stuffed saddle or rabbit. Drink: 2018 - 2024 46003 14% D 750 mL $80.00 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Edge Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: A savoury, tasty, full-bodied California Cabernet with aromas of black plums and blackberries. Fairly smooth and ready to drink now. Pair with prime rib. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: gourmet burgers, meaty pasta dishes, hard cheese, steaks, chicken wings, pork. Drink: 2018 - 2024 34223 13.6% D 750 mL $38.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paul Dolan Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Mendocino County, California, United States: A full-bodied California Cabernet with aromas of dried herbs and cassis. Decant 1 hour and pair with a rare steak. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled meats, roast duck, hearty chili. Drink: 2018 - 2024 135152 14.5% D 750 mL $31.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Gold Label Chardonnay 2016, Monterey County, California, United States: A full-bodied California Chardonnay with aromas of sweet pear, golden apple and peach with butterscotch and toasty oak. Made by the movie director Francis Ford Coppola. Pair with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: pork, chicken, lobster in butter sauce, breads. Drink: 2018 - 2021 708305 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stags' Leap Winery Chardonnay 2016, Napa Valley, California, United States: A lovely, buttery, full-bodied Californian Chardonnay with aromas of toasted almond, golden apple and pear. Layers of complexity and pleasure. Long finish. Pair with grilled chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: veal masala, veal and ham casserole, veal breast with herb stuffing. Drink: 2018 - 2021 655381 14.3% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 92/100. August 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Seven Falls Chardonnay 2014, Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Full-bodied Washington State Chardonnay with aromas of golden apple, baked pear, butterscotch, toffee and spice. Luscious and mouth-filling. Perfect for roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: veal masala, veal and ham casserole, veal breast with herb stuffing. Drink: 2018 - 2021 385773 14.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. August 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Benziger Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Sonoma County, California, United States: A robust, juicy California Cabernet from the cool climate of Sonoma Valley. Aromas of cassis, blackberry and smoke. The winery is certified for sustainable farming. Pair with free range chicken or beef, grilled. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast goose, meat lover's pizza, lamb tangine. Drink: 2018 - 2022 597237 13.5% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 91/100. August 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart