Alamos The Wines Of Catena Torrontés 2013, Salta, Argentina: Torrontes as a grape always delivers a floral profusion on the nose, and wisp vibrant white wine is no exception. Medium-bodied and food-friendly. Such an aromatic and characterful wine. Torrontés is the signature white wine of Argentina. Finishes with a lick of lemon and a wisp of white grapefruit. Drink: 2013-2016. 81539 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. January 24, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full ReviewKaiken Terroir Series Montes Premium Wines Torrontés 2015, Salta, Argentina Drink: 2013-2015. 330407 13.50% D 750 mL $15.95. June 22, 2013
Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full ReviewYalumba The Y Series Viognier 2014, South Australia, Australia: The 2014 vintage of the Yalumba Viognier delivers again! Terrific notes of lychee, rosewater and baking spices. Pair with Asian dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 470062 14.50% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. August 8, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full ReviewQuails' Gate Estate Winery Chardonnay 2013, Okanagan Valley, BC VQA, Canada: Round and rich with attractive golden appear and yellow pear aromas and flavours. Almost full-bodied with a mouth-filling roundness. Pair with scallops with a sesame ginger dressing, spinach and pepper jack stuffed chicken, pasta with tomato sauce, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2013-2018. 377770 13% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2016
Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewConcha y Toro Trio Reserva Chardonnay Pinot Grigio Pinot Blanc 2013, Casablanca Valley, Chile: This spritely Chilean white wine is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Blanc grapes. Peach and lime notes give refreshment while there’s a satisfying underlay of toasty oak. Pair with summer evenings on the deck and grilled chicken on the barbecue. Drink: 2013-2017. 433938 13.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. June 13, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewMiraval Rosé 2014, Côtes De Provence A.P., France: This wine doesn't need to ride on the back of their celebrity: it stands alone as a terrific, refreshing rose with aromas of small field strawberries, orange zest and light spices. It's made by the much-respected Perrin family. Should I add though that there's a hint of drama on the nose, with a surprise twist finish? Sure to be a box office hit at your liquor store. Bottled Hollywood style in a lovely, shapely vessel. Lovely ballet slipper pink hue. Finishes floral and elegant. Pair with oysters and movie night. Drink: 2014-2017. 342584 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 28, 2015
Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewAtlantis Dry White Argyros 2014, Cyclades, Santorini P.G.I., Greece: A zesty fresh Greek white wine with lemon blossom and lime on the palate and finish. Very pleasant. Served chilled as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2014-2017. 371863 13% XD 750 mL $23.85 Score: 88/100. October 25, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewBorgo Delle Oche Pinot Grigio 2012, Venezia I.G.T., Italy 412239 12.50% XD 750 mL $19.95. July 11, 2015
Full ReviewAnselmi San Vincenzo 2014, Veneto, Italy: A soft Italian white wine without a lot of acidity. Some white floral notes. Pleasant aperitif. Drink: 2014-2016. 948158 12.50% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 83/100. July 10, 2015
Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewPaolo Conterno Riva Del Bric Barolo 2010, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: The Barolo Riva del Bric offers a great way to get familiar with this style of robust Italian red wine as it's very well-made. Dark fruit, violets, truffles and smoke. Decant 2 hours. Produced by Viña Marty, the 2010 vintage has a firm grip on the palate and is concentrated in flavour. Very juicy with mouth-watering acidity. Unfiltered. Pair with truffled risotto. Drink: 2015-2018. 172783 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 92/100. August 8, 2015
Top Rated Red Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewPrunotto Barbaresco 2012, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy 329938 14% XD 750 mL $47.95. August 8, 2015
Full ReviewPoggiobello Pinot Grigio 2013, Colli Orientali Del Friuli D.O.C., Italy: Clean, crisp and refreshing Italian white wine made from Pinot Grigio grapes, one of the fastest growing white wines in the liquor store. Notes of lime and white melon. Serve as a chilled aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2013-2017. 412734 13% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. August 22, 2015
Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewTiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio 2014, Alto Adige Trentino I.G.T., Italy: Bone-dry and mouth-watering with notes of white grapefruit and lime zest. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2015-2017. 458208 13.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. July 23, 2016
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewDuca Catemario Collezione Privata Pinot Grigio 2014, Collio, Friuli D.O.C., Italy: Clean and crisp Italian white wine made from Pinot Grigio grapes. Aromas of lemon and lime. Pair with shellfish and salads. Drink: 2014-2017. 120782 12.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. October 3, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full ReviewGorgo San Michelin Custoza 2014, Veneto D.O.C., Italy 428045 12.50% XD 750 mL $16.95. October 3, 2015
Full ReviewTerredora Falanghina 2014, Campania I.G.T., Italy 642074 12.50% XD 750 mL $16.95. November 14, 2015
Full ReviewZenato San Benedetto Lugana 2014, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A zesty northern Italian white wine with notes of grapefruit, lime and lemon zest. Racy acidity on the palate for shellfish. Drink: 2014-2017. 707158 13% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. December 12, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewTedeschi Capitel San Rocco Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy 719294 14% D 750 mL $22.25. December 12, 2015
Full ReviewKellerei Kaltern Caldaro Pinot Grigio 2013, Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: A vibrant Pinot Grigio packed with character. This northern Italian white wine offers notes of lime and lemon zest. Drink: 2013-2016. 317867 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. May 16, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full ReviewTiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio 2014, Südtirol-Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Pinot Grigio is usually not this aromatic, which makes this wine both unusual and terrific! Aromas of green pear, golden apple, lime and grapefruit. This is outstanding northern Italian Pinot Grigio. Some white pear and stony minerality on the palate. Medium-bodied and thirst-quenching: perfect as an aperitif or companion to seafood or shellfish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2017. 954024 13.50% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 91/100. May 16, 2015
Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full ReviewRuffino Ducale Oro Riserva Chianti Classico 2010, Tuscany, Italy: This big Italian red wine needs serious cellar time. The 2010 vintage was a powerful one and it shows in the glass of this Sangiovese-based wine. Aromas of tart cherry, earth, dust and smoke. Decant 1-2 hours. Perfect for juicy meat dishes. Drink: 2016-2022. 353201 13.50% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 92/100. May 28, 2016
Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review13 Pinot Grigio Collio (Gradis'Ciutta) 2013, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy 404376 13.50% XD 750 mL $20.95. January 1, 2015
Full ReviewVilla Sandi Cuvée di Valdobbiadene Prosecco, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A delightful bubbly at an incredible price. Ripe apricots will dance across your tongue and entertain even if the person you’re with doesn’t. 738542 11.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. March 6, 2010
BEST VALUE SPARKLING WINE. Full ReviewVilla Sandi Spa Villa Sandi Prosecco Doc 2004, Veneto, Italy 194191 11% D 375 mL $8.90. January 1, 2011
Full ReviewJermann Pinot Grigio 2011, Fioul Vénétie Julienne, Italy Drink: 2013-2015. 11865851 13% 750 mL $39.95. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewMomo Pinot Gris 2012, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Makes my mouth water just smelling it! Lovely white peach and melon with mouth-watering acidity for food. Very refreshing as an aperitif or companion to many dishes from seafood to salads. Very classic aromas and flavours here for a cool climate region. Some toasted almond on the finish. Great wine for potluck gatherings. Drink: 2012-2015. 163535 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 14, 2013
Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewThornbury Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy, herbal and fresh with mouth-awakening acidity. Great for salads and vegetarian dishes. Medium-bodied and oak-free with a crisp, clean, refreshing finish. This zesty white wine also works well as an aperitif. Drink: 2013-2015. 734798 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 16, 2014
Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full ReviewOyster Bay Pinot Grigio 2014, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand: Zippy and refreshing with aromas of lime and grapefruit. Ends on an up note of lime and lemon zest and springtime energy. Cool climate viticulture from the North Island shows through in this zesty Pinot Grigio. Bone-dry with lime lift through the mid-palate. Good mouth-watering acidity for seafood or an aperitif. Drink: 2014-2017. 326090 12% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. June 5, 2016
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewMomo Seresin Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: The Momo Sauvignon Blanc is produced by New Zealand's Seresin Estate of Michael Seresin, the producer and film director. (Think Harry Potter, Midnight Express, Angela's Ashes.). The kiwi savvy is herbal and refreshing with lots of mouth-watering, lime zest acidity for a range of dishes. There's some lemon zest on the finish. Intense, vibrant and clean. This is a well-known and respected New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, with great typicity of the cool Marlborough region. Mouth-watering acidity weaves its way through fresh aromas of grapefruit and guava. Bring it, especially for movie night with fried chicken! Drink: 2013-2017. 9167 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. July 11, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewWaimea Pinot Gris 2012, Nelson, South Island, New Zealand: Viscous and unctuous with layers of mouth-filling ripe pear and peach. Racy acidity for clams and mussels. Drink: 2013-2018. 408682 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. February 20, 2016
Best Value White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full ReviewAuntsfield Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Southern Valleys, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Zesty, herbal with fresh cut grass and chives on the nose and palate. This producer makes some outstanding wines. Terrific lime awakening of the taste buds! Citrus lift on this medium-bodied wine. Spring refreshment in a glass. Some notes of kiwi and green herbs on a dry finish. Terrific! Finishes with a gooseberry, citrus zing. Drink: 2015-2017. 663286 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 91/100. May 14, 2016
Top Rated White Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full ReviewTe Whare Ra Toru 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand 415141 13.50% D 750 mL $24.95. September 5, 2015
Full ReviewThornbury Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand 734798 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95. September 19, 2015
Full ReviewGiesen The August 1888 Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand 527357 14.50% XD 750 mL $35.95. January 1, 2015
Full ReviewHamilton Russell Vineyards Chardonnay 2013, Hemel-En-Aarde Valley, South Africa: Rich, concentrated and hedonistic, yet with a nervy edge in this South African Chardonnay. A chardonnay lover's chardonnay. One of South Africa's benchmark producers of Chardonnay in a cool climate region of the country of Hermanus. A concentrated vein of tree fruit and minerality. Perfectly balanced between luscious ripe peach and green apple, toasty oak and a nervy seam of acidity for a range of dishes, from roast chicken to seafood. Please bring some the next time you drop by. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2019. 931006 13% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. July 11, 2015
Top Rated White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review14 Chardonnay Limestone Hill (De Wetshof) 2014, South Africa, South Africa 419622 13.50% XD 750 mL $21.95. January 1, 2015
Full ReviewBarefoot Pinot Grigio, California, United States: Light and crisp with juicy mouth-watering acidity for fresh seafood. Just a touch of ripe white peach notes. Lovely aperitif. Awesome price. Serve chilled. Drink: 2015-2017. 53983 12% D 750 mL $12.95 Score: 86/100. May 20, 2015
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewJ. Lohr Riverstone Arroyo Seco Monterey Chardonnay 2013, Arroyo Seco, Monterey, California, United States: Buttery delicious, layered, mouth-watering full-bodied, great value. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2013-2018. 258699 13.50% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 89/100. June 5, 2015
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