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Creekside Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Crisp, clean and refreshing Niagara Sauvignon Blanc that leans more to the lime-citrus style than grassy-herbal. Mouth-watering and fresh. Perfect for seafood or shellfish. Drink: 2022-2024. 620724 12.70% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 6, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Great Goat Cheese Wine Full Review
Emiliana Adobe Reserva Rosé 2021, Casablanca Valley, Chile: An organic, vegan wine from Emiliana Vineyards, Adobe Reserva Rosé 2021 has aromas of field strawberries and watermelon. Pair with spinach feta quiche. Drink: 2023-2024. 274399 12.50% D 750 mL  $13.80 Score: 89/100. March 30, 2023 Best Value Rosé Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review
Château Saint-Antoine Réserve du Château 2020, Bordeaux A.C., France: Château Saint-Antoine Réserve Du Château Bordeaux Supérieur 2020 is great value at $20. From Aubert Vignobles, this dry, full-bodied red Bordeaux is produced from 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc. Fragrant with blueberry, cassis, dark cherry and spicy aromas; nicely balanced with vibrant acidity on the palate with dark berry, raspberry, loamy earthy, dried tobacco leaf, anise and baking spice flavours. Tannins are structured and firm. The wine was aged up to 16 months in French oak barrels. Chateau Saint-Antoine is owned by Chateau Couspaude, who also produces a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classe. Drink: 2023-2028. 434464 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. July 22, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Masserie Pisari Salento Rosso Primitivo 2021, Salento, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: The Primitivo wine grapes for Masserie Pisari 2021 are grown in the Conca d'Oro Valley, 10 minutes from the cooling and moderating breezes off the Mediterranean Sea. Dry and full-bodied, the wine is a mouthful of ripe and rich red berry, plum, blueberry, pepper and sweet dried tobacco leaf spices with crisp acidity on the palate. Enjoy with lamb kebabs and gourmet burgers from the grill. Drink: 2023-2029. 270306 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. July 22, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve Chenin Blanc 2021, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Stellenbosch wine region, Ken Forrester Old Vine Reserve 2021 Chenin Blanc is produced from sustainably-grown, dry-farmed grapes from six different Stellenbosch vineyards. Dry, medium-bodied, rich and vibrant on the palate with layers of ripe peach, apricot, citrus zest, mineral notes with a creamy and long finish. Chill and enjoy with smoked salmon Bennies or pan-fried pickerel filets. Drink: 2022-2023. 231282 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Ghost Pines Winemaker's Blend Chardonnay 2017, Napa, Sonoma, Monterey, California, United States: A mouth-watering, full-bodied, smooth Californian Chardonnay with seductive aromas of golden apple, Asian pear, caramel and peach. The 2017 vintage of the Ghost Pines Chardonnay is made from grapes grown in three regions, including Monterey County, Sonoma County and Napa Valley. Pair chicken or pasta in a cream sauce. Drink: 2019-2024. 308122 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. December 22, 2020 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

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