Dessert Wine
Graham's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2005, Port, Portugal: Terrific value for this tasty after-dinner drink. Aromas of blackberry jam and blackcurrant perserves. 191239 20% XD 750 mL $17.45 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Featherstone Winery Select Late Harvest Cabernet Franc 2008, Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Lovely cinnamon-sprinkled apple pie with sweet fleshy strawberries. Such a playfully fun, tasty wine… surprise yourself Drink: 2010 - 2015 210757 11.5% S 375 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
A to Z Wineworks Pinot Noir 2007, Oregon, United States: Somewhat green and weedy, this Oregon Pinot Noir was first made in 2002. Smooth and medium-bodied. Paired with roast chicken. Pinot Noir food pairings: planked salmon, chicken, pasta, planked salmon, braised lamb, roast beef, rosemary pork tenderloin. Drink: 2010 - 2014 229781 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 86/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Miguel Torres Coronas Tempranillo 2009, Catalunya, Spain: Luxurious layers of black cherry and plums. A smokey weave of oak on the finish that is satisfying and long-lasting. Incredible quality and taste for this price. Tempranillo food pairings: red meats, creamy cheeses, traditional paellas. Drink: 2010 - 2015 29728 13% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 89/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mission Hill Compendium 2007, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A, Canada: This superb blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Cabernet France, 21% Merlot and 5% Petite Verdot offers gorgeous depths of blackcurrant, blackberry, dark spices and smoke. Savoury notes come through as well such as sage, cedar and black cherry. Perfect for dinner parties. Drink: 2010 - 2018 520097 14% MD 750 mL $55.00 Score: 94/100. November 2010. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mission Hill Family Estate Quatrain Merlot blend 2007, Okanagan, V.Q.A, Canada: This delicious blend of 42% Merlot, 24% Syrah, 19% Cabernet Franc and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon has terrific structure and balance. It's full-bodied with rich flavours of dark berries and other fruits, with a kiss of toasty oak on the finish. Drink: 2010 - 2015 776545555618 14% MD 750 mL $45.00 Score: 90/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rodney Strong Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Sonoma County, United States: Round, full-bodied and balanced with attractive aromas of cassis and blackberry, an a touch mint. Terrific structure. Drink: 2010 - 2013 833376 14.5% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hillier Creek Estates Gamay 2007, Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada: Light and pleasant with peppery cherry notes. Easy drinking; great for movie night. Gamay food pairings: bruschetta, turkey, pork. Drink: 2010 - 2012 23406 11.5% D 750 mL $20.00 Score: 86/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Painted Rock Estate Winery Ltd. Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Okanagan Valley, Canada: Big, black bruiser with fleshy dark fruit and smoky oak. Needs time, but will be magnificent when mature. Aged in 100% new French oak for 18 months. Smokin! Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: red meats, flavorful and hearty (red) pastas, lamb, strong-flavored cheese, dark chocolate. Drink: 2010 - 2017 864496 14% XD 750 mL $40.00 Score: 90/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Miguel Torres Santa Digna Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Central Valley, Chile, Chile: Stunning quality and taste for the money! Plush dark berries and plums with nicely integrated oak. Good acidity makes this a terrific wine for food: it'll literally whet your appetite. I can't think of a better party wine, whether it's a large gathering or a smaller dinner party. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meat dishes, game, barbecued or grilled meats. Drink: 2010 - 2014 177451 14% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Barossa Valley Estate Ebenezer Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Barossa Valley, Australia: Lovely dark chocolate, mint and blackberry aromas on the nose. Great structure and balanced, with full-bodied weight. Judicious use of oak. Great dinner party wine. Drink: 2010 - 2015 39537 14.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 90/100. November 2010. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Artisian Wine Co Wild Horse Canyon Merlot 2008, British Columbia, Canada: Plummy rich with a plush, smooth medium body. Great party wine. Drink: 2010 - 2012 776545999160 13.5% MD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 85/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Artisian Wine Co Wild Horse Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Canada: Tasty and gulpable with a smooth, medium-bodied texture and weight. Aromas of ripe dark berries. Great party wine. Drink: 2010 - 2012 776545999153 13.5% M 750 mL $11.95 Score: 85/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Jackson-Triggs Delaine Vineyard Merlot 2007, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada: Gloriously plush and supple with aromas of black plum, dark spices and black cherry. Velvet texture and the promise of happiness. Works for dinner parties and more casual gatherings. Drink: 2010 - 2015 989285 13.8% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 89/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ravenswood Icon Mixed Blacks Named Varietal Blends-Red 2007, Sonoma County, United States: A big, blockbuster wine yet lively and vibrant, not heavy. Voluptuous layers of fleshy dark cherries and blackberries. A wine to cuddle up to and hoard. Drink: 2010 - 2019 200873 13.5% D 750 mL $76.00 Score: 94/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Clos Du Bois Briarcrest Cabernet Sauvigon 2005, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, United States: A big, black-fruited beautiful wine with deep, brooding aromas of blackberry, dark plum and black currant. Full-bodied with a towering structure. A dark spice-infused finish that is satisfyingly long. This wine screams steak! Drink: 2010 - 2017 954933 15.5% D 750 mL $45.00 Score: 93/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Clos Du Bois Marlstone Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, United States: Nicely balanced with terrific structure and full-bodied weight. Classic aromas of black currant and cassis. An elegant dinner party wine or gift. Drink: 2010 - 2016 955104 14.5% D 750 mL $49.95 Score: 94/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chapoutier Syrah Blend 2008, Cotes Du Rhone Villages, France: Rustic and robust with cedar-infused aromas of dark cherries and berries. Lip-smacking tasty and supple. 321539 14.5% XD 750 mL $17.80 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cellierdauphins Carte Noire Syrah Blend 2008, Cotes Du Rhone, France: Simple and tasty with dark berry flavours and no heavy oak. 110197 14% XD 750 mL $10.00 Score: 83/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chanson P & Fils Pinot Noir 2008, Bourgogne, France: Lovely cherry-berry flavour, almost New World in style. Supple and silky with a medium body. Very versatile with food. 50575 13% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Perrin & Fils Les Sinards Syrah Blend 2007, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, France: Gorgeously robust with a river of black cherry liqueur running through it. Love it! 926626 13.5% XD 750 mL $43.95 Score: 91/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Vieille Ferme Syrah Blend 2019, Cotes Du Ventoux, Rhone, France: Vibrant and ripe, bursting with bright cherry flavour. Full-bodied and smooth with some pepper notes on the finish with enough to go around in this 1.5L format. Drink: 2021 - 2023 447896 13% XD 1500 mL $25.40 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ogier Heritages Syrah Blend 2007, Cotes Du Rhone, France: Terrific value for this ultra-tasty, robust red with black cherry and black raspberry and some pepper. Great party wine! 535849 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Big House Winery Red 2008, California, United States: A delicious, full-bodied red that delivers terrific value at this price point. Wonderful red for potluck gatherings and pizza night. 178632 13% XD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Graham Beck Railroad Red Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, South Africa, South Africa: A robust, well-oaked red with black fruit and smoke 665273 13.5% XD 750 mL $12.65 Score: 86/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Auka Malbec 2007, Argentina, Argentina: A full-bodied, black-fruited red with generous oak and smoke. 168401 13.9% XD 750 mL $12.15 Score: 85/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Errázuriz Max Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Chile, Chile: Full-bodied, rich and wonderful! Black fruit, good tannic grip. Decant for 1-2 hours. Perfect tseak wine. 335174 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Washington, United States: Lovely mocha-rich nose with black plums and currants. Rond and luxurious with a dark chocolate (dry) finish. 144022 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Capitana Barrel Reserve Carmenere 2009, Chile, Chile: Full-bodied with black berries, plums and dark chocolate notes. Smooth and long. 169896 14.5% XD 750 mL $16.40 Score: 86/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir 2007, New Zealand, New Zealand: Big acidic attack here that's lovely with a dish that has equal acidity. Lovely cherry-berry flavour, supple and medium-bodied. 146548 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Errazuriz Carmenere 2009, Chile, Chile: Phenominal value for this rich red bursting with dark berries and ripe, fleshy plums. An herbal note on the finish with some smoke. 16238 13.5% XD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alegoria Navarro Correas Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2005, Argentina: A full-bodied, ultra-dry wine with aromas of blackcurrant and blackberries. 28936 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sella & Mosca Reserva Cannonau Di Sargegna 2006, Sardinia, Italy: Love the Old World styling here! Aromas of alluring leather, spices and earth. So lovely not to taste a fruit bomb. Widen your world with this wine. Fantastic value. 425488 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Clancy's Red Peter Lehmann Shiraz Cabernet Merlot 2007, Barossa, Australia: Full-bodied with juicy ripe black fruit and a generous treatment of oak. Smoky finish. Drink: 2007 - 2011 611467 14.5% XD 750 mL $18.00 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Concha y Toro Marques de Casa Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Maipo Valley, Chile: Classic Chilean nose of cassis, blackberry and smoke. Full-bodied and lip-smacking tasty. 337238 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Louis Jadot Pinot Noir 2007, Bourgogne, France: Vibrant acidity with ripe, bright cherries and field raspberries. Medium-bodied and silky. Wonderful and versatile food wine. 162073 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kim Crawford Constellation Pinot Noir 2008, Marlborough, New Zealand: Juicy, mouth-watering pinot with ripe fleshy cherries and field berries. Medium-bodied and smooth. 626390 13.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Wayne Gretzky Estates Riesling 2008, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada: Wonderfully concentrated in flavour without a trace of heaviness on the weight. Here's minerality if you've been wondering what the heck that is. Aromas of peach, dry apricot and lime. Some kind of wonderful! 144865 11.3% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Marlborough, New Zealand: Herbal, grassy and refreshing with a lime zest finish. Perfect for a wide range of vegeatrian dishes, salads and shellfish. 610972 12.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
TILIA Torrontes 2009, Argentina, Argentina: Exotic wine with floral aromas! Open your senses and world of hedonistic happiness and try this wine. I can't imagine a better wine for Asian and curries. 186403 13.5% XD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 89/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Marlborough, New Zealand: Herbal and refreshing with lime-grassy finish. Mouth-watering and very versatile with food. 293043 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sandhill Winery Chardonnay 2008, V.Q.A., British Columbia, Canada: Okay buttery chardonnay with a blousy, full-bodied weight and rich texture. Perfect for cream sauces and lobster in butter. 157982 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2009, New Zealand, New Zealand: Herbal fusion with lime, chives and lemon zest. Very refreshing. 426601 13% XD 750 mL $20.00 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Trout Vallet Riesling 2008, Nelson, New Zealand: Wonderful balance with refreshing aromas of limes, chive and lemon zest. 177790 12% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cave Spring Dry Riesling 2008, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: You simply won't find a better price/quality ratio among white wines. Gorgeous aromas of vibrant peach, pear and dry apricot. Zippy acidity. Goodness, this is a fantastic wine! 233635 11.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. November 2010. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cave Spring Cellars Estate Bottled Riesling 2008, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada: A lovely medium-bodied white with aromas of lime and granny smith apples. Mouth-watering and juicy. 234583 11% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Simi Winery Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2007, Sonoma County, United States: Rich, round and generous with lapping layers of pleasure. Aromas of green apple and toasted almond. Yum! Chardonnay food pairings: mushroom risotto, crab cakes, roast chicket, bouillabaisse. Drink: 2010 - 2013 200881 14.5% D 750 mL $31.95 Score: 91/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Clos du Bois Calcaire Chardonnay 2007, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, United States: Buttery-rich and mouth-filling with aromas of ripe peach, pear and apple. Perfect for dinner parties. Drink: 2010 - 2014 421941 13.8% MD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Jackson-Triggs Silver Series Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada: A zippy white with herbal, grapefruit and lime aromas. A riotously refreshing wine! Drink: 2010 - 2012 988330 13.2% D 750 mL $19.75 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hillier Creek Estates Riesling 2009, Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada: A pretty, mouth-watering white with aromas of lime and white peach. Terrific aperitif or accompaniment to many dishes. Riesling food pairings: light fish dish, pickerel mild cheese, fruit plate. Drink: 2010 - 2012 1822 10.5% MD 750 mL $19.00 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château des Charmes Estate Bottled Chardonnay Musqué 2008, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada: Lovely floral aromas with peach blossom palate. Wonderful blend of tangerine zest and honeysuckle, yet this is a dry and refreshing white. Break out of your Chardonnay rut tonight with this wine. Unoaked yet packed with flavour. Simply brilliant! Chardonnay Musqué food pairings: pan-seared arctic char with a citrus glaze, tender greens with a lemon poppyseed vinaigrette. Drink: 2010 - 2012 322016 13.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mission Hill Family Estate Martin's Lane Riesling 2009, Okanagan, BC V.Q.A., Canada: Absolutely superb Riesling! Clearly now one of Canada's best white wines. Lovely aromas of white peach, white flowers and a little flinty-petrol on the finish (this is a good thing, trust me). Mouth-watering and packed with flavour yet not heavy: medium-body. Perfect for so many dishes or as an aperitif. (You won't care when dinner is ready if you're drinking this wine.) Drink: 2010 - 2016 776545993007 13% M 750 mL $25.00 Score: 91/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mission Hill Family Estate Perpetua Chardonnay 2008, Okanagan, V.Q.A, Canada: Rich, round and full-bodied with lovely aromas of green apples, almond and vanilla smoke. To die for with lobster in butter or roast chicken. Drink: 2010 - 2015 776545555564 13.5% M 750 mL $40.00 Score: 90/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château des Charmes Generation Seven White 2009, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada: Amazing quality for the price! A mild, soft white with pretty aromas of white flowers and melon. Like pinot grigio but more fun. Food pairings: oven-roasted chicken basted with fresh herbs, lemon and butter, sweet potato mash. Drink: 2010 - 2012 197988 13% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Prospect Winery Larch Tree Hill Riesling 2009, Okanagan, V.Q.A, Canada: Zippy and refreshing with notes of lime, Granny Smith apple and lemon zest. Great aperitif or accompaniment to many dishes. Riesling food pairings: spicy dishes, chicken curry, stir-fried scallops, exotic cheeses. Drink: 2010 - 2013 145136 12.5% D 750 mL $12.99 Score: 87/100. November 2010. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart