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Flat Rock Riesling 2013, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The Vintages Catalogue says 2014 but we tasted the 2013 vintage. Green apple and white pear. Love it. Building an inukskuk is now a ritual at the end of harvest for this winery: lifting the heavy stones requires a team effort. Pair with roast turkey and fun. Drink: 2013-2019. 43281 11% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 4, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Errazuriz Max Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A superb and fresh Sauvignon Blanc that combines the best of herbal refreshment and a lime citrus lift through the mid-palate and finish. So crisp and clean. Works as an aperitif or companion to fresh seafood or shellfish. Drink: 2014-2017. 273342 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. October 25, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Errázuriz Estate Series Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Grassy fresh and lemon bright, especially for this price. Clean and mouth-watering. Finishes with a juicy gooseberry note. Perfect for field greens and other salads. Drink: 2015-2017. 263574 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review
Gérard Bertrand Art De Vivre Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Southern France, France: A full-bodied southern French wine that offers incredible value for the price point. Aromas of dark fruit, smoke and some dark spice. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2016. 234815 14% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. October 10, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Sileni Estates Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy-great refreshment with vibrant herbal and lime-citrus aromas on this well-respected New Zealand white wine made from the country's iconic grape Sauvignon Blanc. Medium-bodied with lots of mouth-watering acidity. Perfect for salads and vegetarian dishes. Finishes with notes of gooseberry, passionfruit and citrus. A party favourite. Drink: 2014-2017. 662882 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. March 21, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review
Miguel Torres Coronas Tempranillo 2012, Catalunya, Spain: Incredible texture and mouth-feel on this luscious Spanish red wine. That's what the Tempranillo grape delivers consistently. Aromas of dark red fruit and some dark spice. Perfect for grilled or blackened chicken. Drink: 2013-2018. 29728 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

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