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Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery Summit Reserve Syrah 2008, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2014-2018. 66076 14% XD 750 mL  $25.00. October 16, 2014 Full Review
Tinhorn Creek Vineyards Gewurztraminer 2013, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia Bc V.Q.A., Canada: Classic gewurz! Rose petal, spice and lychee aromas on the nose and palate. Very nice: balanced yet not overdone. Yay! Viscous and mouth-filling with great layering. Finishes with baking spices and lemon zest. Pair with shellfish and a clear conscience. Drink: 2013-2018. 904185 13.30% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 7, 2015 Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review
Mt. Boucherie, Riesling 2012, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia, Canada Drink: 2016-2020. 13% XD  $16.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Cono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Viognier 2015, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Absolutely phenomenal wine for the money! This Chilean white wine is made from the aromatic grape Viognier. It's floral but not aggressively so: breezy and pleasant. Perfect as a chilled aperitif or companion to seafood. Here's your ultimate party white wine. Drink: 2016-2019. 64287 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.00 Score: 89/100. August 4, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Cusumano Nero D'avola 2014, Sicily, Italy: An exceptional wine for the money! This southern Italian red wine is made from the Nero d'Avola grape, the iconic red grape of the island of Sicily. Layers of fleshy black (nero) fruit and pepper spice. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2019. 143164 14% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 90/100. October 10, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio 2014, Venezie I.G.T., Italy: An extraordinary fresh Italian white wine, especially for this price. Wow. Vibrant aromas of lemon zest, green apples and lime-citrus. Racy, mouth-watering acidity for salads and vegetarian dishes. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2017. 589101 12% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 90/100. October 31, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Ruffino Classico Orvieto 2013, Umbria, Italy: A terrific, light-bodied white wine that's crisp and refreshing. Great aperitif or match it with fresh shellfish. Drink: 2013-2015. 31062 12% D 750 mL  $14.80 Score: 89/100. February 1, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Castello di Gabbiano Chianti 2015, Tuscany DOCG, Italy: Savoury and juicy with attractive sour cherry notes. Supple and smooth and full-bodied. There's a lot to love in this wine. Racy acidity means this wine will dance with tomato sauce dishes, including pasta. Drink: 2016-2020. 78006 13% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 89/100. April 26, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Folonari Pinot Grigio 2013, Veneto, Italy: A soft, light-bodied white wine that's refreshing. Not too much acidity but enough for fresh seafood. Enjoy on its own as an aperitif. Drink: 2013-2015. 229542 12% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 87/100. February 1, 2015 Full Review
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Marlborough, New Zealand: Crisp, clean and refreshing New Zealand Sauvigon Blanc with aromas of fresh cut grass, lime and lemon zest. Pair with fresh seafood and vegetarian dishes, including spinach quiche. Drink: 2016-2018. 35386 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 14, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review
Alvear Fino, Montilla-Moriles D.O., Spain: Love, love, love this dry Fino! It's not a Sherry because it's made in the region of Montilla-Moriles, not Jerez, but this has so much elegance and finesse. Toasted almond and a briny ocean note. Pair with roasted nuts and hard cheeses. Drink: 2016-2025. 112771 15% XD 750 mL  $18.00 Score: 92/100. December 16, 2019 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

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