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Artesano De Argento Malbec Cabernet Franc 2021, Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina: Artesano De Argento 2021 is a vegan-friendly Cabernet Franc and Malbec red wine blend produced from organically-grown grapes from the winery's vineyard in Alto Agrelo. Excellent value at $17, "Artesano" means artisan as is how this wine is made, but it's also a nod to the silver and leather handcrafting traditions of Argentina. Bright on the palate with fresh cherry, plum, bramble leaf, white pepper and flinty flavours supple on the palate. Tannins are supple and rounded as well. Enjoy with lamb chops from the grill. Drink: 2023-2026. 17463 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.75 Score: 89/100. May 27, 2023 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Hewitson Gun Metal Riesling 2022, Eden Valley, South Australia, Australia: Hewitson Gun Metal 2022 Riesling is graceful, austere, edgy and elegant with bright apple, briny mineral and citrusy flavours lithe and lingering on the palate. Drink or cellar to 2035. Drink: 2023-2035. 30581 12.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. July 20, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Peter Lehmann Layers Semillon Muscat Gewürztraminer Pinot Gris 2019, South Australia, Australia: Peter Lehman's Layers 2019 is a fragrant, dry and juicy white wine blend of Semillon, Muscat, Gewürztraminer sourced from the Barossa Valley with Pinot Gris from Adelaide Hills. Look for grapey, fresh pear, honeyed melon, fresh hay, pink florals, citrus zest and spicy notes on the palate. Peter Lehmann died in 2013, but his unwavering belief in the Barossa Valley established one the world's leading wine regions. Drink: 2022-2024. 22983 11% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 29, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Lunessence Winery & Vineyard Muscat 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada: A light-bodied, off-dry, floral BC Muscat. Notes of aromas of daisies, honeydew and apple blossom. Pair with Asian dishes. Drink: 2018-2020. 163202 10.50% MD 750 mL  $14.00 Score: 88/100. September 13, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Reif Estate Winery Reserve Gewürztraminer 2017, Niagara River, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous, aromatic Niagara Gewurztraminer with attractive notes of white florals, peach, Asian pear and lychee on the palate. Very Alsatian in style and elegance. Long finish. Pair with medium spices and curries. Drink: 2018-2025. 360255 13% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. June 7, 2020 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Southbrook Vineyards Vidal Skin Fermented Orange Wine 2019, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Love this wine! Aromas of Earl grey tea and clementine. So savoury and juicy. Pair with braised meats. Drink: 2022-2024. 628065 9.10% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. November 18, 2023 Top Rated White Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review
Konzelmann Estate Winery Peachwine 2018, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: A lovely dessert wine made from Ontario peaches. This Konzelmann wine offers aromas of peaches and ripe apricot. Fourth-generation winemaker, Herbert Konzelmann, came from Germany to Canada in the 1980s and created the Konzelmann winery in the Niagara Peninsula wine growing region, a wine region that reminded him of Alsace. Drink: 2020-2021. 33171 13% S 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 9, 2020 Best Value Dessert Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Reif Estate Winery The Sun Skin-Fermented Vidal Orange Wine 2019, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Reif Estate Winery in Ontario, The Sun 2019 Vidal is a skin-fermented orange wine produced from Vidal grapes, skin-fermented with an additional 36 days of maceration on the grape skins. Nicely complex with layers of honeyed apple, ripe peach, rooibos tea and zesty citrus flavours vibrant on the palate. Chill and enjoy with roast duck. Drink: 2021-2023. 626036 11.70% M 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 89/100. June 30, 2022 Splendid Salad Wine Full Review
Tawse Sketches of Niagara Riesling 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, Tawse Sketches Of Niagara 2021 Riesling is great value at $20. From a challenging vintage that saw a lot of rain and humidity in the vineyard, it was all about the timing in 2021 with early-ripening varietals like Riesling doing well. Look for ripe apple, stone fruit, lime zest and minerally flavours crisp and vibrant on the palate. Drink: 2023-2024. 89029 10% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 4, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review
Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva Carmenère 2020, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva 2020 is a rich, silky and spicy, vegan-friendly Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon red wine blend produced from organically-grown grapes sourced from the Colchagua Valley. Typical of its terroir, the wine is showing fine herbs, black currant and tomato leaf flavours with a long and spicy finish, Tannins are velvety. Drink: 2023-2025. 30996 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 91/100. April 29, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Montes Outer Limits Syrah 2021, Zapallar, Aconcagua Costa D.O., Chile: From Chile's Aconcagua Costa wine region, the grapes for Montes Outer Limits 2021 Syrah are sourced from the granite-clay soils in the Zapallar zone of the Coastal Mountains, about 13 kilometres from the Pacific Ocean. The grapes here enjoy sunny, warm days with cooling breezes and cooler nights maintaining the grapes' acidity and giving the wine fresh, fruity flavours of bright cherry, blueberry, cracked pepper, fine herbs zesty and intense on the palate. The wine was aged in barrel and concrete eggs for five months. Drink: 2023-2026. 30209 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. May 13, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Famille Perrin Réserve Rosé 2022, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: From the Famille Perrin, Reserve 2022 is a great value Côtes Du Rhône rosé at $18. This is a delicious and juicy rosé blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah sourced from the Grand Prébois vineyard with stone, clay and limestone soils on one side of the vineyard with gravel and clay on the other giving the wine nice complexity, elegance with nuanced strawberry, cherry, fine herbs, lemon and orange zest flavours with just a kiss of spice lingering on the palate. Made for summer, chill and enjoy it with seared tuna steaks, herbed quiches or grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2023-2024. 719062 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. May 27, 2023 Best Value Rosé Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review
Xavier Vignon Vins Sarl Muscat de Beaumes de Venise AOP White Rhone 2017, Rhône A.P., France: Xavier's 2017 vintage of Muscat de Beaumes de Venise is produced from Muscat and Muscat spirit, in a process called "mutage" from the Southern Rhone. Unlike icewine, don't overchill this vin doux naturel to experience its lovely tropical fruit, soft orange citrus and delicate cake spice flavours on the palate. Enjoy while fresh with fresh fruit desserts. Drink: 2019-2025. 515783 15% S 375 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. February 28, 2019 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Louis Bernard Louis Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: Louis Bernard Louis 2020 is an excellent value Côtes du Rhône Villages at $17. Produced from mostly Grenache with a portion in Syrah, the wine is elegant with dark berry, cassis, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours lush, juicy with a kiss of minerality on the finish. Easy to love. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2024. 561290 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. October 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
André Blanck et ses Fils Gewurztraminer 2020, Altenbourg , Alsace A.C., France: From Altenbourg, Alsace wine region, André Blanck et ses Fils 2020 Gewurztraminer is produced from grapes sourced from vines that are 15-to-30 years of age. This parcel is near the Grand Cru of Furstentum, northwest of Colmar. Fragrant with soft citrus, rose petal, ripe peach aromas, juicy and vibrant with ripe stone fruit, lemon and grapefruit zest, lychee fruit, pepper and ginger spice flavours zesty on the palate. Chill and enjoy with mildly spiced Korean or Indian fare. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2024. 168906 13.50% M 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. June 30, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review
Halos de Jupiter Côtes du Rhône 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Halos de Jupiter 2020 is a great value, medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 75% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre with the balance in Syrah. Look for ripe cherry, red berry, blueberry, earth florals and cracked pepper spice flavours on this beautifully balanced and vibrant Côtes Du Rhône. Tannins are ripe and fine. Pour with a grilled ribeye steak. Produced by Philippe Cambie & Michel Gassier. Drink: 2022-2026. 276956 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 17, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Gérard Bertrand Orange Gold Organic White 2020, France: Gérard Bertrand Orange Gold 2020 is a rich and fragrant blend of organically grown Chardonnay, White Grenache, Viognier, Marsanne, Mauzac, Muscat and is deep gold in the glass. So many aromas and flavours on this wine. We start with white and yellow florals on the nose, ripe peach, fresh apple and fragrant orange zest to wake up the senses, finishing long and zesty on a mineral note. There are light tannins on this wine. Orange Gold is made using an ancient winemaking technique whereby grapes are whole bunch vinified and fermented. Maceration is with stems and skins and gives this wine an iridescent orange-gold colour. Drink: 2022-2023. 23729 13% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. February 18, 2022 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review
Château Teyssier 2019, Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Château Teyssier 2019 is a spicy, toasty, mouth-watering 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc Bordeaux blend concentrated with blueberry, dark plum, dried herbs, dark chocolate and nutty flavours savoury on the palate. Tannins are rich and chewy. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 226035 13.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. November 1, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Domaine des Bernardins Muscat Beaumes De Venise 2020, Rhône A.C., France: Domaine des Bernardins 2020 Muscat Beaumes De Venise is a blend of mostly Muscat Blanc petits grains with 25% Muscat Rosé petit grains grapes. This very elegant and aromatic dessert wine is fragrant with honeyed stone fruit, ripe pear, crab apple, fresh on the palate with a lovely sweetness and balanced acidity. A perfect size for two to share over pan-fried foie gras or a fruit tart. Drink: 2022-2028. 442160 15% S 375 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. April 29, 2022 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Castelnau de Suduiraut 2015, Sauternes, Bordeaux A.C., France: From the Sauternes AOC in Bordeaux, Castelnau de Suduiraut 2015 is the second wine of Château Suduiraut and a perfect size (375 ml) to chill and enjoy as dessert or to share over a fruit cobbler. Lush, sweet and concentrated on the palate with apricot and peach compote, caramel and orange marmalade flavours balanced with mouth-watering acidity and finishing long on the palate. So delicious! Drink: 2023-2034. 29694 13% S 375 mL  $26.95 Score: 94/100. January 21, 2023 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review
Xavier Vignon Côtes du Rhône 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: Xavier Vignon 2020 is an amazing value Rhône red blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre at $18. Produced from organically grown grapes and richly layered with blackberry, blueberry, plum, earthy violets and stony mineral flavours savoury and long on the palate. Excellent now. Drink: 2022-2027. 297317 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 11, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Château du Carpia 2010, Bordeaux A.P., France: From the Bordeaux wine region, Château Du Carpia 2010 is a graceful, mature Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Excellent value as well at $20 from a great vintage year. Dry, medium-bodied and silky with ripe red fruits, blackberry, cherry, smoky spice and supple, savoury dried herbs on the palate. Enjoy with roast partridge or Cornish game hens. Drink: 2023-2025. 26292 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. January 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review
Château de Ribebon 2019, Bordeaux A.C., France: Produced by Alain Aubert, prop., Château de Ribebon Bordeaux Supérieur 2019 is a great value red Bordeaux blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc at $17. Fragrant with ripe blueberry, raspberry, dried herbs, pepper spice and dark chocolate flavours, vibrant and savoury on the palate. Tannins are well-integrated and rounded. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2028. 12281 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 1, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Domaine Fond Croze Le Serre De La Garde 2020, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: Domaine Fond Croze Le Serre De La Garde 2020 is produced from organically grown Grenache and Syrah wine grapes from the Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône wine region. Amazing value at $17, the wine is fragrant with fresh violets, blueberry, dark cherry and raspberry flavours with a hint of minerality on the finish. Very nicely done! Tannins are supple. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2026. 28545 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. April 1, 2023 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Joseph Cattin Gewurztraminer 2021, Alsace A.C., France: Joseph Cattin 2021 Gewurztraminer is produced from sustainably grown grapes from the Alsace wine region. Fragrant with rose petal, lychee, green melon and spicy, minerally flavours zesty on the palate. A lovely Gew with so much to enjoy. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2022 Palmarès du Concours Général Agricole. Drink: 2023-2026. 224626 13% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 15, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Ruppertsberger Linsenbusch Gewürztraminer Spätlese 2017, Pfalz Prädikatswein, Germany: Rich honey and ripe apricot aromas on the nose with intense lychee, pink rose petals and cake spice flavours on the palate. Chill and pair with sweet or savoury dishes like ginger spice cake, or Asian-style sautéed pork tenderloin. Drink: 2019-2021. 320473 10% S 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. July 5, 2019 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Ruppertsberger Linsenbusch Spätlese Gewurztraminer 2015, Pfalz Pradikätswein, Germany: A gorgeous German sweet wine with layers of honeyed apricot flavours and some peach notes on the finish. Pair with fruit flans. Drink: 2016-2018. 320473 10% S 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. December 30, 2016 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Anselmann Gewürztraminer Spätlese 2020, Pfalz Prädikatswein, Germany: From the Pfalz wine region, Anselmann 2020 Gewürztraminer Spätlese is rich with rose petals, lychee, apricot and mango flavours viscous and smooth on the palate. Chill and enjoy with fried chicken or juicy pork chops from the grill. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2020 Grand Prix Vinex. Drink: 2021-2024. 21028 9.50% S 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 1, 2021 Top Rated White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Darting Dürkheimer Nonnengarten Gewürztraminer Kabinett 2018, Pfalz Prädikatswein, Germany: Produced by Kurt Darting, a single-vineyard Gewürztraminer form the Pfalz wine region - a classic with lychee, grapefruit, rose petals and spicy flavours on the palate. Pour with smoked fish on baguette. Drink: 2020-2021. 944181 12.50% S 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. December 15, 2020 Top Rated White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Kourtaki Muscat Of Samos, Samos P.D.O., Greece: Lemon drops and lemon essence: dessert wine. Drink: 2023-2026. 938407 15% S 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. May 27, 2023 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Marchesi di Barolo Barbaresco 2017, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From one of the most respected wine producers, Marchesi di Barolo 2017 Barbaresco is a dry, juicy, medium-bodied Barbaresco produced from the Nebbiolo grape. Fragrant with ripe dark berry, plum and pink florals, spicy on the palate. Tannins are silky and acidity is beautifully balanced. Fermented and aged in cement tanks with one year in Slavonian and French oak barrels. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2033. 155408 14.50% XD 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 92/100. November 26, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Borgo Scopeto Chianti Classico 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Borgo Scopeto 2019 Chianti Classico is a fruity, juicy, full-bodied Tuscan red wine mostly produced from Sangiovese grapes with some Colorino and Merlot. A project of Castelnuovo Berardenga showing a distinct terroir, and a lovely Chianti with bright cherry, wild herbs, juniper, underbrush and minty flavours fresh and elegant on the palate. Tannins are structured and firm. Drink: 2023-2026. 23325 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. January 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review
Lornano Chianti Classico 2017, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Lornano 2017 Chianti Classico is a great value 100% Sangiovese ($21) from the Tuscany wine region. Fragrant and juicy with bright, ripe cherry, red berry, plum, loamy earth and dark chocolate flavours lingering on the palate with a nutty, spicy finish. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2026. 211599 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Carpineto Chianti Classico 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Carpineto 2019 Chianti Classico is a juicy, stylish, medium-bodied Chianti produced from mostly Sangiovese with some Canaiolo added to the mix. Look for bright red berry fruit, fresh raspberry, bay leaf, minty and white pepper flavours brilliant on the palate with a long red berry finish. Drink: 2023-2026. 356048 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. February 18, 2023 Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review
Michele Chiarlo Nivole Semi-Sparkling Moscato D'asti 2022, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: Michele Chiarlo Nivole 2021 Moscato D'asti is a soft sparkling Moscato at 5.5% abv with a lovely sweetness of ripe apricot, fragrant and fresh Moscato grape, citrus blossoms, strawberry and ripe orchard fruit flavours creamy on the palate with a gentle mousse and balanced with bright acidity. Chill and enjoy with brunch dishes, fresh fruit cups or friends. Drink: 2024-2025. 942888 5.50% MS 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. October 11, 2024 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente VII Chianti Classico 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente Vii 2018 Chianti Classico is an excellent value medium-bodied 100% Sangiovese under $20. The wine is juicy with bright red fruits, blackberry, nutty and mocha flavours supported by rounded, creamy tannins lingering on the palate. Drinking beautifully now. Drink: 2022-2024. 421388 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. November 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Castello di Gabbiano Riserva Chianti Classico 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Castello di Gabbiano Riserva 2016 Chianti Classico is dry, full-bodied and juicy Chianti with earthy mushroom, ripe dark cherry, vanilla and meaty flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are structured and pleasantly chewy. Pour with a meat-lover's pizza or a Bistecca Florentine. Drink: 2022-2035. 216309 14% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente Vii Chianti Classico 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente Vii 2019 Chianti Classico is produced from 100% Sangiovese sustainably-grown grapes. Fragrant with blackberry, blueberry, earthy, loamy aromas; dry, medium-bodied and vibrant on the palate with tart dark cherry, blueberry, fresh mushroom, nutty and fine herb flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are firm and grippy. Good now, better in 2024. Drink: 2024-2028. 421388 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. May 27, 2023 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Bacalhôa Moscatel de Setúbal 2016, Setúbal D.O.C., Portugal: A youthful, fortified Moscatel with honeyed apricot and sweet spicy flavours on the palate. Warming at 17% abv. Chill and pair with a lemon tart and creamy cheeses. Drink: 2019-2024. 996181 17% S 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. November 16, 2019 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Cathedral Cellar KWV Pinotage 2018, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: KWV Cathedral Cellar 2018 Pinotage is a savoury Western Cape red, fragrant with aromas of charcuterie, ripe dark cherry and smoky Madagascar vanilla. Savoury and full on the palate with ripe dark plum, dark cherry, smoked meat, mocha, toasty oak and vanilla flavours on the palate. Wine grapes are sourced from the Darling, Stellenbosch and Swartland wine regions. Drink: 2023-2025. 99267 13.90% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 18, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Torres Floralis Moscatel Oro Moscatel Alejandría, Penedes, Spain: A gorgeously rich and luscious dessert wine that stands alone as dessert in a glass after a great meal. Apricot spiced preserves, clementine dust, honey dipped peach. Perfect for crème brûlée and hard cheeses. Drink: 2016-2022. 642173 15% S 500 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. March 16, 2019 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Balbás Barrica 5 Tempranillo 2020, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Balbás Barrica 5 2020 is a full-bodied, savoury and vibrant Tempranillo with aromas of ripe purple plums and blueberries. Tannins are grippy. The wine was matured in American and French oak barrels for five months and hence the name "Barrica 5". Bodegas Balbás dates back to 1777 with 200 years and four generations of grape growing and winemaking experience in the Ribera del Duero. Drink: 2021-2025. 543710 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. November 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Finca Monica Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Finca Monica 2019 Tempranillo is a full-bodied Rioja red wine with dark cherry, red berry, plum, cassis, vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours fresh, generous and supple on the palate. Drink: 2023-2028. 574368 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. May 27, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Quady Essencia Orange Muscat 2012, California, United States: Exotic and wonderful with a Clementine dipped in chocolate flavour. Can’t imagine a better wine with many desserts or on its own. Drink: 2012-2018. 299552 15% S 375 mL  $13.95 Score: 91/100. October 12, 2013 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

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