McGuigan Wines Bin 9000 Semillon 2015, Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: Zesty lemon with some candle-like lanolin. Lots of mouth-watering acidity. Pair with seafood i a cream sauce. Drink: 2017-2020. 444554 11% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. May 15, 2016
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Peter Lehmann Wines Layers Shiraz Tempranillo Mourvèdre Grenache 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A spectacular, robust Australian red wine at a terrific price! The Shiraz in the blend provides the muscular structure and tannin plus black plum, while Tempranillo adds some tarry character. Grenache adds dark floral and a racy exotic texture. This wine is aged for 12 months in 10-year oak barrels. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2016-2021. 138883 14.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 25, 2017
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Rabl Kittmansberg Grüner Veltliner 2014, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Green, crisp and clean with not a spot of oak. Light and mouth-watering with lots of acidity for food such as salads and vegetarian dishes. Crisp finish. Pair with vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 346007 12.50% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 26, 2017
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Pelee Island Winery Lola Rose 2014, Pelee Island, Ontario, Canada: A strawberry spritz wine with aromas of sweet field berries and a little effervescence on the tongue. Nice chilled aperitif. Drink: 2014-2016. 450981 13% MD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 86/100. June 9, 2016
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3 Stones Premium Selection Pinot Gris 2015, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Great lime and citrus freshness with racy mouth-watering acidity for fresh seafood and shellfish in this New Zealand white wine made from Pinot Gris grapes. True cool climate zest. Drink: 2016-2018. 362053 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 14, 2016
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Oyster Bay Sparkling Cuvée Rosé, Marlborough, New Zealand: A lovely persistence of tiny bubbles beading along the sides of the glass in this toasty New Zealand sparkling wine. Aromas of citrus spice and strawberry flan. The chardonnay grapes in this blend come from Hawkes Bay region, while pinot noir grapes hail from Marlborough. Lovely persistence of flavours and bubbles. Crisp, clean finish. A solid value for a sparkling wine: crisp, clean and fresh. Try with fried fish, potato chips, roast turkey and New Year's resolutions. Stock up now for the holidays! 280172 12% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. August 10, 2024
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Graham Beck Game Reserve Chenin Blanc 2014, Paarl, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Zesty chardonnay with biting green apple and some smoke. Amazing price. Drink: 2016-2020. 443366 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. May 14, 2016
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Robert Mondavi Winery Fumé Blanc 2014, Napa Valley, California, United States: Lemon smoke seduction on the nose. Crisp and vibrant on the palate. Long finish. Medium-bodied. Perfect for halibut in a beure blanc sauce. Drink: 2016-2018. 221887 13.50% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. August 5, 2017
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