Other Wines/Drinks
Reif Estate Winery Vinea, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A grape liqueur from Reif winery that's best served on the rocks on its own or mix with three parts white wine, as the winery suggests. Also lovely as a spritzer with soda or sparkling water. Food pairings: cherry macaroons, raspberry torte dipped in dark chocolate, dark chocolate studded with red and blueberry fruit. Drink: 2023 - 2029 645937 20% S 750 mL $29.95 Score: 88/100. October 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Bonacchi Brunello Di Montalcino 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A smooth, supple Brunello that's approachable now. Often you have to wait a lot longer before Brunello of this age is ready to drink. Attractive aromas of black fruit, tar, violets and smoke. Pair with mushroom risotto or duck comfit. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: grilled steak, roast leg of lamb, hard cheese, veal piccata. Drink: 2012 - 2020 266965 13.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sirius Merlot Cabernet 2014, Bordeaux, France: Ruby red tints and hues. Medium-bodied with lively acidity, firm tannins and berry fruit notes. This is a French red wine blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes produced by Peter Sichel. Drink: 2015 - 2018 13% XD 750 mL $14.00 Score: 85/100. October 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
J. Lohr South Ridge Syrah 2017, Paso Robles, California, United States: J. Lohr's South Ridge Syrah is full-bodied, food-friendly and silky satin with rich ripe dark cherry, dark berries, dark chocolate with white pepper spice and smoky, toasty oak. Pair with grilled ribs or Portobello mushroom burgers. Syrah food pairings: meat pizza, Margherita pizza, feta stuffed hamburgers. Drink: 2020 - 2024 948240 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. October 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2018, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: A silky, juicy cool climate California Pinot Noir from the Sonoma Coast. Fleshy red cherry and dark spice with a long, silky finish and nervy acidity for seafood, roast chicken and turkey. Medium-bodied and delicious!
Pinot Noir food pairings: veal medallions, roasted pork loin, roasted and braised lamb, chicken stuffed with asparagus and goat cheese, venison burgers. Drink: 2019 - 2023 719435 13.9% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
United Stars Alazanis Valley Off Dry Red 2018, Alazanis Valley, Kakheti, Georgia: A full-bodied, smooth, Georgian red wine made from 100% local Saperavi grapes. Fleshy ripe plums and berries on the nose. Although this wine is medium sweet, the fruit flavours and acidity balance nicely. Pair with this your cranberry sauce and turkey dinner. Red food pairings: roast goat shoulder with green beans and shallot and lemon dressing, venison curry, bison burgers. Drink: 2023 - 2025 460519 11.5% M 750 mL $17.00 Score: 87/100. October 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Louis M. Martini Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Napa Valley, California, United States: A stunning, complex Californian Cabernet with aromas of cassis and blackberry. Beautifully crafted. Decant 1 hour and pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2020 - 2027 232371 14.4% D 750 mL $67.95 Score: 93/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Peller Estates Private Reserve Gamay Noir 2019, Four Mile Creek, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A vibrant, juicy, smooth Gamay Noir that's medium-bodied but bursting with flavour. Aromas of fleshy ripe dark plums and berries. Pair with a hamburger. Gamay Noir food pairings: grilled salmon, antipasto plate, meaty tomato based pasta, roasted turkey. Drink: 2020 - 2024 444745 12.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. October 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bolla Le Origini Riserva Classico Amarone della Valpolicella 2015, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Bolla Le Origini Riserva Classico 2015 Amarone Della Valpolicella is a juicy, powerful and mouth-filling 75% Corvina, Corvinone and 25% Rondinella red wine blend produced from grapes sourced from the Veneto wine region. Bolla is one of the oldest Amarone houses and Oenologist, Christian Zulian, has been a winemaker at Bolla since 2015. Prior to Bolla, he spent 13 years at Marchesi Antinori and several years at Domaine Baron de Rothschild. Look for rich black cherry, vanilla, anise and cedar spice aromas on the nose with ripe dark cherry, cocoa, fresh mushroom, sweet dried tobacco leaf, dried fruit and oak spice flavours on the palate. Pour with steaks or ribs from the grill. This vintage was awarded 2 Glasses out of 3 in the 2019 Gambero Rosso Italian Wines Guide. Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: grilled lamb, roast of pork, grilled sausages. Drink: 2021 - 2026 204792 16.5% D 750 mL $53.95 Score: 93/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
7 Deadly Zins Old Vine Zinfandel 2018, Lodi, California, United States: A robust, blockbuster Californian Zinfandel with aromas of blackberry, black plum, dark spice and smoke. Supple and smooth. Perfect for barbecued and grilled meats. Zinfandel food pairings: spaghetti Bolognaise, aged cheddar, grilled lamb loin, grilled duck breast, Italian sausage burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2025 59311 14.9% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Slow Press Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, California, United States: This superb, robust, layered Californian Cabernet sources fruit from three regions: Paso Robles, Lodi and Monterey. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and is then matured in American oak barrels for nine months. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and plums wrapped in smoke. Pair with grilled meats or a juicy steak. Drink: 2020 - 2025 15760 13.5% D 750 mL $19.00 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bonanza Lot 4 California Cabernet Sauvignon, California, United States: A savoury, juicy, full-bodied California Cabernet with dark fruit and toasty oak aromas. Non-vintage. Pair with grilled meats. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: dark chocolate studded with dried dark berries, grilled sausages, grilled burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2026 660241 14.6% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Trius Distinction Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Trius Distinction 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich and smooth Cabernet from the Niagara-on-the-Lake wine region, lush with dark fruit, dark spices, vanilla and smoky with a long finish. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for up to six months. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, bison burgers, lamb, slow-cooked pork shoulder, beef brisket. Drink: 2023 - 2025 25366 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Josh Paso Robles Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Paso Robles, California, United States: Josh Cellars Reserve 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, rich and smoky Paso Robles Cab with ripe dark berry, plum, raspberry, dark chocolate and dark spices with an espresso coffee finish. The wine is medium-bodied balanced with medium acidity and fresh throughout. Tannins are velvety and soft. Enjoy with roast duck or goose. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2025 412320 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Anthony Joseph Vidal Reserve Pinot Noir 2019, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Anthony Joseph Vidal Reserve 2019 is a 100% Pinot Noir produced from sustainably-grown grapes sourced from Marlborough, South Island. Beautifully crafted with ripe dark berry, mushroom, fine herbs, violets and nutty flavours, vibrant, supple and silky on the palate. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled lamb, Porchetta, roast chicken. Drink: 2022 - 2024 538900 13.5% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 92/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Intrinsic Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From the Columbia Valley wine region, Intrinsic 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, full-bodied and smoky Cab with earthy florals, black currant, savoury herbs, fir and spicy flavours on the palate. A portion of the wine is aged nine months on its skins giving the wine full and rich tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meat lovers pizza, pork tenderloin, grilled sausage. Drink: 2022 - 2023 493379 14.6% D 750 mL $30.95 Score: 92/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Miguel Torres Cordillera de los Andes Reserva Especial Carmenère 2019, Parcela La Ladera, Cachapoal Valley, Peumo D.O., Chile: From the Cachapoal Valley, Peumo wine region, Miguel Torres Cordillera De Los Andes Reserva Especial 2019 Carmenère is elegant, smooth and flavourful with fresh raspberry, white pepper, fine herbs and flinty notes zesty on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and velvety. The Peumo zone is one of Chile's primary sites for Carmenère. Carmenère food pairings: grilled burgers, BBQ pork long ribs, roast quail. Drink: 2022 - 2028 389692 14% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 94/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wakefield Winery Pinot Noir 2021, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield 2021 Pinot Noir is dry, medium-bodied and excellent value at $20. Produced from several sites throughout the Adelaide including Gumeracha, Birdwood, Woodside, Oakbank and Balhannah and matured for nine months in oak barrels, look for bright cherry, red berry, menthol, cedar and toasty oak spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Lightly chill and pour with a mixed grill. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal cutlets, lamb kebabs, roast root vegetables. Drink: 2023 - 2026 197392 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Jean-Claude Boisset Les Ursulines Pinot Noir 2021, Burgundy A.C., France: From Jean-Claude Boisset, Les Ursulines 2021 Pinot Noir is a silky, vibrant Burgundian PN from select grapes sourced from vines averaging 35-to-40 years of age. Dry, medium-bodied, juicy and generous on the palate with ripe cherry, raspberry, earthy florals and subtle toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. The wine was aged on its lees for six months in French oak barrels (10% new). Drink or hold, the wine will continue to evolve in bottle for the next three-plus years. Pinot Noir food pairings: chicken, braised lamb, roast beef, rosemary pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2025 408310 12.5% XD 750 mL $33.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Periquita Reserva 2020, Setúbal, Portugal: From José Maria da Fonseca, Setúbal Periquita Reserva 2020 is produced from sustainably grown Castelão, Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca grapes and is amazing value at $19. The wine is fresh and plushy with ripe black fruits, black currant, dark cherry, savoury herbs and smoky, spicy flavours generous on the palate. Tannins are structured. Drink or hold. Food pairings: braised beef dishes, turkey, soft cheese, roasted pork, lamb. Drink: 2023 - 2027 48807 13.2% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paternoster Synthesi Aglianico del Vulture 2018, Aglianico Del Vulture, Basilicata D.O.C., Italy: From the Basilicata wine region, Paternoster Synthesi 2018 Aglianico Del Vulture is deep, dark and inky in the glass. Fragrant with blueberry, black currant, dark cherry, sous bois, herbal, minty and blood orange zest aromas and flavours, the wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and balanced with vibrant, food-friendly acidity. Excellent value at $20, pour it with a roast goose or partridge. The Aglianico del Vulture grapes for this vintage grow in 50 acres of rich black and volcanic soils at 1,300 to 2,000 feet above sea level. Vineyards are naturally terraced and overlook Mount Vulture. Food pairings: prime rib steak, meat-lover's pizza, turkey. Drink: 2023 - 2027 51672 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosés
EastDell Summer Rosé 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Candied cherry on the nose with tart berries on the palate. Lots of acidity. Pair with seafood. Rosé food pairings: spinach salad topped with roasted pecans and strawberries, chicken kebabs, wood-fired pizza, fish and chips, roasted veggies. Drink: 2022 - 2024 560243 12.5% MD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. October 2023. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Drea's Wine Co. Drea's Rosé 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A vibrant, juicy Niagara rose with aromas of cranapple and cranberry. A lovely ruby hue in the glass. Perfect for grilled chicken. Drea's Rosé food pairings: grilled salmon, tuna poke bowl, egg dishes. Drink: 2022 - 2024 12.5% D 750 mL $26.70 Score: 89/100. October 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Maschio Extra Dry Prosecco Rosé 2020, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Maschio 2020 Prosecco Rosé is a is an excellent value Veneto bubble at $17. Fragrant with white florals, cherry, peach, raspberry and soft citrus flavours on a lively, mouth-watering mousse. Enjoy anytime. Prosecco Rosé food pairings: seafood canapes, veggies and dip, brunch dishes. Drink: 2022 - 2023 25968 11% MD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Aveleda Loureiro 2020, Vinho Verde D.O.C., Portugal: From the Vinho Verde wine region, Aveleda 2020 Loureiro is amazing value at $14. The wine is fragrant with grapefruit, lime zest, white florals, fine herb, white pepper and minerally flavours spritzy and citrus zesty on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with a fresh seafood paella, and an absolutely perfect pairing to this wine. Loureiro food pairings: grilled sardines, fresh steamed shellfish, herbed flatbread. Drink: 2023 - 2024 646067 11.4% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sea Sun Chardonnay 2021, California, United States: Sea Sun 2021 Chardonnay is produced by the Wagner Family of Wine. Dry, medium-bodied and elegant, grapes for this rich and creamy Chard were sourced from prime sites along California's sunny coastal regions. Fresh with ripe stone fruit, apple, lemon curd and toasty oak spice flavours and simply lovely with balanced acidity on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with a roast chicken dinner. Chardonnay food pairings: roast turkey, chicken, pan-fried halibut steaks. Drink: 2023 - 2026 15548 14.3% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Huber Kontrast Traisental Organic 2021, Niederösterreich, Austria: An organic natural orange wine from Markus Hubert winery made from gruner veltliner and muscat grapes with white floral aromas and flavours of pear, steeped tea and cinnamon spice. Pour with a cheese plate, and roast chicken. Food pairings: roast chicken, chickepea infused bean salad, gouda and other semi hard cheeses. Drink: 2023 - 2024 28393 12% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Thornbury Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From Marlborough, South Island, Thornbury 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is vibrant, fresh and mouth-watering with tropical fruit, citrus zest, herbal, grassy mineral notes tangy and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy on its own or with grilled seafood dishes. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seared scallops, pan-roasted shellfish or mussels. Drink: 2022 - 2023 734798 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
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. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: cedar plank grilled salmon, goat cheese and beet salad, mussels steamed in white wine sauce. Drink: 2022 - 2024 620724 12.7% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Willm Réserve Riesling 2016, Alsace Aoc, France: Lemon sunshine all the way in this vibrant, mouth-watering, juicy Alsatian white wine made from the classic Riesling grape. Dry and satisfying. Perfect for shellfish and seafood. #Love Riesling food pairings: roast chicken, spicy pasta dishes, shrimp tempura, grilled salmon with lemon sauce, duck liver pate. Drink: 2018 - 2023 11452 12% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mouton Cadet Bordeaux Blanc 2016, Bordeaux, France: A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grapes create this balanced, restrained and moderately priced white Bordeaux wine. Aromas of fresh lemon. Balanced acidity for seafood and shellfish. Bordeaux Blanc food pairings: grilled seafood, pasta in cream sauce. Drink: 2017 - 2020 2527 12% XD 750 mL $15.20 Score: 88/100. October 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pelee Island Winery Vinedresser Chardonnay 2017, Lake Erie North Shore, South Islands, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Pelee Island Winery, Vinedressers 2017 Chardonnay is vegan-friendly and produced from sustainably grown grapes from the South Islands, Lake Erie North Shore wine region. Fragrant with ripe apple, pear, quince, lemon zest, nutty, toasty oak and vanilla flavours silky and lithe on the palate. Very nicely done as is the price at $20. Chardonnay food pairings: Poached salmon in a butter sauce, Spaghetti Alle Vongole, Caesar salad, tuna pasta bake, salads topped with mild hard cheese like Edam or Fontina. Drink: 2023 - 2025 492462 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Quails' Gate Estate Winery Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Quails' Gate Stewart Family 2017 Chardonnay is rich and mouth-filling with ripe golden apple, baked goods, nutty almond, lemon pudding, vanilla and smoky, toasty flavours silky smoooth on the palate, finishing oh soooo long. This Chardonnay is dry, elegant with refreshing acidity and can handle rich seafood dishes like lobster Thermidor but could go equally well with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken salad or poached salmon with a caper butter sauce, grilled cheese sandwiches. Drink: 2022 - 2024 639641 13% XD 750 mL $49.00 Score: 94/100. October 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wayne Gretzky Estates Whisky Oak Aged Chardonnay 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, Wayne Gretzky 2019 Whisky oak aged Chardonnay is a rich, full-bodied, smoky Chard with ripe peach, apple, vanilla, caramel and toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. A portion of the wine was fermented in stainless-steel tank with the balance (48%) in whisky oak aged barrels. Chill and enjoy with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: smoked cheddar, turkey pot pie, creamy mushroom risotto. Drink: 2022 - 2024 17234 13% MD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart