Red Wine
Duron Reserva 2007, Doc, Ribera Del Duero, Spain: A robust red with lots of acidity and tart cherry flavour with some earth and smoke on the finish. Drink: 2012 - 2018 14% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Duende Tempranillo 2009, Clements Hills, Lodi, California, United States: Dark chocolate, espresso and mocha on the nose from generous oak aging. Black plums and fleshy blackberries with smoke and toasty oak on the palate. Full-bodied and supple. Drink: 2012 - 2016 14.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Fort Berens Estate Winery Cabernet Franc 2010, Lillooet, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Savoury, juicy and full-bodied with some herbal, bell pepper notes and dark berries. Great acidity. Cabernet Franc food pairings: grilled steak or a pork roast. Drink: 2012 - 2018 36301 14.3% XD 750 mL $24.99 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bonacchi Riserva Chianti Classico 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Lots of acidity and tart cherry notes. Medium-bodied and smooth. Cries out for food. Drink: 2012 - 2014 266999 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cantina Di Negrar Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso 2010, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Lovely mocha, earth and tart cherry notes on the nose; mouth-watering acidity for food on the palate. Delicious! Drink: 2012 - 2015 620831 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Aya Charming Regional Blended Red 2010, Alentejo, Portugal: Tart, simple and refreshing with sour cherry notes. Medium- to full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2012 - 2014 254359 14% XD 750 mL $11.85 Score: 85/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bodegas Castano La Casona Mona Other Red Varietal (Single) 2011, Yecla, Spain: Savoury, dark, full-bodied and mouth-watering with wild cedar and black pepper notes. Terrific quality for this price. Drink: 2012 - 2014 143743 13.5% XD 750 mL $8.90 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Catedral Winery Reserva Regional Blended White 2008, Dão, Portugal: Full-bodied and rustic with black fruit. Straight-up pleasure at a great price. Drink: 2012 - 2014 219816 13% XD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 86/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paul Mas Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2010, Languedoc, France: Mocha and espresso on the nose with black fruit and earth on the palate. Medium- to full-bodied and balanced. Great price. Drink: 2012 - 2015 293134 14% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Quinault L'enclos Meritage 2006, St. Emilion, Bordeaux, France: Classic Bordeaux that needs cellar time to come together. Aromas of smoke, earth, cassis and blackberry. Full-bodied and complex. Drink: 2014 - 2018 248773 13.7% XD 750 mL $55.00 Score: 90/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Rauzan-Ségla Meritage 2008, Margaux, Bordeaux, France: One of my favourite second growth Bordeaux! Consistently great year after year. Classic aromas of smoke, cigar box, dried herbs, wild blackberry. Full-bodied, complex and deep. Drink: 2014 - 2020 136671 13% XD 750 mL $105.00 Score: 93/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Providence Meritage 2007, Pomerol, Bordeaux, France: Classic Bordeaux with great elegance, finesse and depth. Cigar box wraps around dark fruit and earth. Lots of length on the finish. Drink: 2013 - 2019 102699 13% XD 750 mL $109.00 Score: 92/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Beringer Knight's Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, California, United States: Savoury with espresso, mocha on the nose followed by dark fruit and smoke on the palate. Balanced, full-bodied and elegant. Great dinner party wine. Drink: 2012 - 2017 352583 13% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 92/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Killermans Run Kilikanoon Shiraz 2007, South Australia, Australia: Luscious fleshy black plums and blackberries with a rounded, full-bodied generousity and mouth-filling character. Yum! Drink: 2012 - 2015 925453 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Wolftrap Syrah Mourvèdre Viognier 2011, South Africa, South Africa: A full-bodied, juicy wonder with big black fruit and some cedar forest. Mouth-watering and delicious. Great price. Drink: 2012 - 2015 292557 14.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Osoyoos Larose Petales d'Osoyoos 2009, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: Elegant with great depth and complexity. A terrific second label for this winery. Classic Bordeaux aromas of smoke, cassis and dried herbs. Long finish. Will do well in the cellar. Drink: 2012 - 2016 276741 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. November 2012. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sledgehammer Zinfandel 2010, California, United States: Mocha and coffee with blackberry and brambleberry. Full-bodied and smooth and ready for your barbecued meats. Drink: 2012 - 2015 230466 14.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. November 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Don Sebastiani & Sons Aquinas Napa Valley Pinot Noir 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: You can't beat this price for such a delightful cherry-berry, vibrant, mouth-watering pinot! Medium to almost full-bodied. Delicious! Drink: 2012 - 2015 277657 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mirassou Winery Pinot Noir 2011, California, United States: Juicy cherry-berry, smooth and medium- to almost full-bodied. Friendly like a short dress and a flirty smile. Drink: 2012 - 2015 185249 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cono Sur Reserva Syrah 2011, Chile, Chile: Full-bodied and generous with black fruit and a savoury note for hearty meat dishes. Great price. Drink: 2012 - 2014 221820 14% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bodegas Lavaque Winery Conquista Malbec 2010, Argentina, Argentina: Full-bodied, smooth and pleasant with dark fruit flavours. Drink: 2012 - 2014 164772 13.5% XD 750 mL $11.95 Score: 85/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery Reserve Meritage 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: Savoury, juicy, full-bodied and complex. Great meaty note with dark fruit and excellent structure. One of the best reds I've tasted from this winery, and it's very competitively priced. Meritage food pairings: roasted meats and cheeses. Drink: 2012 - 2017 299180 13% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ruffino Chianti 2010, D.O.C.G. Tuscany, Italy: Aromas of wild tart cherries and cedar forest. Smooth, savoury, mouth-watering, full-bodied and rustic. A meaty wine that's not too heavy. Great price. Chianti food pairings: rustic Italian pastas and sausages. Drink: 2012 - 2015 1743 13% XD 750 mL $16.75 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Col Solare 2007, Red Mountain, Washington, United States Food pairings: rack of lamb, beef tenderloin, steak and kidney pie. Drink: 2017 - 2030 20487 14.7% XD 750 mL $89.95 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Shiraz 2011, South Australia, Australia Drink: 2013 - 2016 925453 14% D 750 mL $19.95 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mirassou Winery Pinot Noir 2012, California, United States Drink: 2012 - 2015 185249 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mirassou Winery Pinot Noir 2016, California, United States Drink: 2012 - 2015 185249 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mirassou Winery Pinot Noir 2014, California, United States Drink: 2012 - 2015 185249 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Rauzan-Ségla Meritage 1996, Margaux, Bordeaux, France Drink: 2014 - 2020 136671 13% XD 750 mL $105.00 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Beringer Knight's Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, California, United States Drink: 2012 - 2017 352583 13% XD 750 mL $34.95 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mirassou Winery Pinot Noir 2015, California, United States Drink: 2012 - 2015 185249 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sledgehammer Zinfandel 2011, California, United States Drink: 2012 - 2015 230466 14.5% D 750 mL $16.95 November 2012. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosés
Quails' Gate Estate Winery Rosé 2011, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: Sweet fleshy strawberry aromas and flavours perfume this BC rosé. Medium-bodied with juicy, mouth-watering acidity for seafood and salads. Rosé food pairings: cured meats, local cheeses & green olive tapenade. Also a great at a summer BBQ, try grilled chicken and vegetables tossed with lemon and extra virgin olive oil for a simple yet delightful pairing.. Drink: 2012 - 2014 170316 12.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Artisian Wine Co Rose 2011, V.Q.A., Okanagan, Bc, Canada: A dry, crisp lively rose with field strawberry notes. Rose food pairings: Asian dishes, roasted veggies and grilled fare. Drink: 2012 - 2013 776545996046 11.5% D 750 mL $14.99 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Angels Gate Winery Archangel Brut Chardonnay 2010, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada: Toasty and refreshing with lovely aromas of green apple and fresh baked bread. Drink: 2012 - 2015 227009 11% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Réserve Champagne, Champagne, France: Toasty and tasty with a consistent quality each year. Drink: 2012 - 2015 537605 12% XD 750 mL $43.05 Score: 90/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Nicolas Feuillatte Rose Brut Champagne, Champagne, France: Love it! Fresh Field strawberries and a toasty goodness. Rose bubbly is sooooo much more fun than regular. Drink: 2012 - 2015 267039 12% XD 750 mL $55.15 Score: 92/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Movendo Moscato, Puglia, Italy: Floral with honeysuckle and apricot fleshiness. Drink: 2012 - 2014 277244 8% M 750 mL $12.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Huff Estates Winery Sculpture Series Riesling Reserve 2011, V.Q.A., Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada: Elegant, balanced with a laser focus on pure lime-white peach fruit. Ultimate food wine. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering. Riesling Reserve food pairings: pate, sliced ham, tuna/chicken salad, greens with lemon aioli. Drink: 2012 - 2015 01010 12.5% D 750 mL $20.00 Score: 92/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Huff Estates Winery Off Dry Riesling 2011, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely peach fleshy goodness balanced with mouth-watering acidity. Medium-bodied and very aromatic. Perfect for spicy and hot dishes. Riesling food pairings: Asian fare, Thai, Vietnamese, curry-based dishes or kebabs with mango chutney. Drink: 2012 - 2015 155606 11.5% MD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alvinte Albarino Albarino Alvarinho 2011, D.O., Rias Baixas, Spain Drink: 2012 - 2014 288126 12.5% XD 750 mL $14.85 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alvinte Albarino Albarino Alvarinho 2012, D.O., Rias Baixas, Spain Drink: 2012 - 2014 288126 12.5% XD 750 mL $14.85 November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Emiliana Adobe Organic Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Fresh, crisp and clean with lime and lemon notes. Great aperitif. Drink: 2012 - 2014 406942 12% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 86/100. November 2012. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Boschendal The Pavillion Chenin Blanc Viognier 2011, Western Cape, South Africa: Ultra-refreshing: pure liquid spring sunshine! Aromas of lime, melon and white peach. Pair with seafood and salads. Drink: 2012 - 2015 281311 13% XD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Wolftrap 2011, Franschhoek, South Africa: Subtle floral and white peach on the nose: bursts like sunshine on the palate. Medium-bodied and lovely. This is a white wine bland of Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc grapes. The Wolftrap label is produced by the Boekenhoutskloof winery. Drink: 2012 - 2014 292532 14.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Telteca Winery Uma Coleccion Torrontes 2011, Argentina, Argentina: Absolutely delightful: liquid laughter in the sunshine! Floral and spring peach notes. Medium-bodied and very food friendly. Drink: 2012 - 2014 276626 12.5% XD 750 mL $9.80 Score: 88/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bodega Amalaya Torrontes Riesling 2011, Calchaquí Valley, Argentina: Floral, lime blossom, pretty: lots of acidity for food, medium-bodied. Drink: 2012 - 2014 270470 13.5% XD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Hess Collection Select Chardonnay 2010, California, United States: A balanced and full-bodied chardonnay with mouth-watering flavours of green apple, ripe peach and just the right amount of toasty oak. Bring on lobster in butter or corn dishes. Drink: 2012 - 2015 270074 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alvinte Albarino Albarino Alvarinho 2010, D.O., Rias Baixas, Spain: Fresh, crisp and clean with lime and lemon notes. Great aperitif. Drink: 2012 - 2014 288126 12.5% XD 750 mL $14.85 Score: 86/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Willm Reserve Riesling 2010, Alsace, France: Classic gewurz with rose petal, lychee and spices. Extremely aromatic and floral. Perfect for Asian dishes. Drink: 2012 - 2016 11452 12% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cavit Collection Pavia Igt Moscato 2011, Alto Adige, Trentino, Italy: Floral with some sweetness that makes it lovely for dishes with a touch of sweetness like glazed ham. Peach and apple blossom. Drink: 2012 - 2014 277210 7% M 750 mL $11.95 Score: 87/100. November 2012. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart