Natalie MacLean - delicious wine picks and pairings
www.nataliemaclean.com

Buy Again

Gord Deck

Increase Font Size | Decrease Font Size


Lindemans Bin 65 Chardonnay 2015, South Australia, Australia: A consistently reliable and tasty Australian Chardonnay at a terrific price. Toasty oak and campfire smoke with golden and butterscotch. Full-bodied but not heavy. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2015-2018. 142117 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. July 8, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review
Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Maipo Valley, Chile: An amazing price for this quality! Juicy, supple and delicious with aromas of ripe black plums and blackberries a hint of smoke. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2015-2018. 253872 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Santa Rita 120 Reserva Especial Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Maipo Valley, Chile: Here's a terrific party wine that won't break your budget. Dark and brooding with black fruit, smoke and a pleasantly bitter and refreshing finish. Cries out for hearty meat dishes, especially barbecue. Stunningly great price for this quality. Drink: 2018-2021. 218644 13.50% D 750 mL  $11.00 Score: 89/100. April 12, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
M. Chapoutier Les Vignes De Bila-Haut 2016, CĂ´tes Du Roussillon Villages, Midi A.C., France: Another staggeringly great value from Chapoutier: the man has the Midas touch with wine. Full-bodied, layered and complex with aromas of black fruit and pepper. Yes the price is so low for this quality. Buy a case for summer parties. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2022. 168716 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. July 3, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review
Porcupine Ridge Syrah 2017, Swartland, South Africa: A full-bodied, attractive South African red wine made from the Syrah grape. More French than Australian in style with a smoky character and black fruit. Toasty oak on the nose of this well-priced wine. Tasty and robust. Pair with grilled meats, but please, not porcupine. Drink: 2018-2021. 595280 14.60% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 12, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Tocado Campo de Borja Garnacha 2015, Aragon, Spain: A juicy, supple, full-bodied Spanish red wine made from the Garnacha (grenache) grape. Sweet, juicy ripe purple and black plum aromas and flavours. Perfect for grilled meats and hamburgers. Drink: 2015-2019. 489690  13.50% D 750 mL  $8.75 Score: 87/100. August 29, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Gnarly Head Old Vine Zinfandel 2015, Lodi, California, United States: A rich, full-bodied Californian red wine made from the state's classic Zinfandel grape. Aromas of mocha, chocolate and smoke from generous oak aging. Some dark fruit and spice on the finish. Pair with barbecued ribs. Drink: 2017-2019. 678698 14.50% D 750 mL  $15.75 Score: 89/100. March 3, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

© 2024 Natalie MacLean