Pelee Island Winery Vinedressers Cabernet Sauvignon Petit Verdot 2012, South Islands, Ontario, V.Q.A., Canada: A full-bodied southwestern Ontario red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot grapes. Lots of mocha and toasty oak on the nose along with black plum and dark fruit on the palate. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2013-2018. 317933 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. June 10, 2016 Full Review

Contraband Chardonnay Sparkling, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Golden apple fresh on the nose; with a yeasty, beery flavour on the palate... finishes like a pilsner beer. Pair with oysters. Drink: 2017-2019. 443705 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 14, 2018 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Westcott Vineyards Temperance Red 2016, Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A spicy, fleshy Niagara red with ripe berry aromas and flavours. Juicy, smooth and medium-bodied. An interesting twist with a non-traditional blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Gamay grapes. Aromas of black plum and blackberry. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2019-2023. 469189 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. May 13, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review