Luigi Bosca Familia Arizu Malbec 2018, Mendoza, Argentina Drink: 2020-2025. 452672 13.70% XD 750 mL $18.95. June 7, 2020
Best Beef Wine Full ReviewTrapiche Pure Black Malbec 2019, Mendoza, Argentina: A lip-smacking, delicious Argentine red wine made from the country's most iconic red grape Malbec. This wine is 100% unoaked, so the fleshy black plum and fruit character shows through. It's full-bodied and ultra-smooth. Great value for this price. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2020-2023. 462861 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. May 12, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewViña Cobos Felino Malbec 2020, Mendoza, Argentina: Viña Cobos Felino 2020 Malbec is dry, medium-plus-bodied and spicy with ripe blueberry, plum, anise and flinty mineral flavours savoury and smooth on the palate. Produced from hand-harvested grapes from mountain vineyards in the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyon districts of the Mendoza wine region, planted at altitudes of 2,300 and 3,800 feet above sea level. The cool nights high on the mountainside where the vines for this wine are planted provide a lively vibrancy on this Malbec. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 118067 14.50% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 93/100. January 7, 2022
Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewColab and Bloom Shiraz 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Wow, what a beautifully rich Shiraz, lush and luxurious on the palate with ripe blackberry, cherry compote, earthy cocoa and nutmeg spice flavours. Mouth filling and elegant. Pour with ribs from the grill. Drink: 2021-2024. 16043 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewAngove Family Crest Shiraz 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Angove Family Crest 2018 Shiraz is a dry, vibrant and vegan-friendly Shiraz from the McLaren Vale wine region. Look for bright cherry, dark berry, earthy violets, clove, anise and meaty flavours full-bodied and smooth on the palate. Pour with a roast leg of lamb or beef brisket. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2028. 12842 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 3, 2022
Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewJip Jip Rocks Shiraz Cabernet 2020, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: From Padthaway, South Australia, Jip Jip Rocks 2020 Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon blend (60%/40%) is excellent value under $20. Fragrant with ripe blackberry, black currant, baking spice and savoury herb flavours supple and lingering on the palate. The Jip Jip rocks are an outcrop of 350 million year old red granite near the family's vineyard in the heart of the Padthway region near Morambro Creek. Drink: 2023-2028. 186114 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. March 4, 2023
Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full ReviewPillitteri Estates Winery Team Canada Vidal Icewine 2017, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous Niagara Icewine with aromas of apricot and peach. Perfect on it's own or with fruit cobbler. Drink: 2019-2026. 13418 11% S 200 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. January 20, 2021
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewCave Spring Riesling Icewine 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Lincoln Lakeshore, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Cave Spring is Niagara's master of Riesling, from the dry table style to the dessert version like this Icewine. Aromas of fresh apricot, honey and peach preserves. Pair with fruit flan or cobbler, or even better, enjoy this on its own. Drink: 2019-2027. 447441 11.50% S 375 mL $49.95 Score: 95/100. February 2, 2022
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewReif Estate Winery Vidal Icewine 2018, Niagara River, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A beautifully rich and concentrated Niagara icewine from Reif. Luscious aromas of peach preserves and apricot jam. Pair with fruit flans and cobblers, or enjoy on its own. Drink: 2020-2025. 544791 10% S 200 mL $24.95 Score: 94/100. January 20, 2021
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewThirty Bench Special Select Late Harvest Vidal 2017, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2020-2028. 11% S 375 mL $34.95. January 20, 2021
Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewChâteau des Charmes Vidal Icewine, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely aromas of apricot jam, peach preserves and honey on the nose and palate of this Niagara dessert wine. Pair with crème brûlée. Drink: 2022-2028. 565861 9.50% S 200 mL $28.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2022
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewHenry of Pelham Estate Chardonnay 2016, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment Wine Region, Henry Of Pelham Estates Chardonnay is rich and layered with ripe pear, yellow apples, lemon pudding, vanilla cream and toasty on the palate with good acidity for food. An elegant Chardonnay to pair with buttered lobster rolls. Drink: 2019-2023. 268342 13.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. February 27, 2019
Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full ReviewVineland Estates Winery St. Urban Vineyard Elevation Riesling 2017, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2019-2023. 38117 8.50% M 750 mL $19.95. May 13, 2019
Calm Curry Wine Full ReviewWayne Gretzky Estates Rosé 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The 2019 Rosé is a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio, and offers aromas of field berries, especially strawberries. Zesty and crisp and mouth-watering. Pair this with crab cakes, gazpacho, cold cuts and charcuterie. Drink: 2020-2021. 14870 12% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. May 20, 2021
Top Rated Rosé Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full ReviewSan Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Carmenère 2019, Maule Valley D.O., Chile: The wines from San Pedro's 1865 line come from its own vineyard planted with a specific variety. This medium-bodied Carmenère is savoury and smooth with of rich dark plum and cake spice flavours on the palate. So smooth. Enjoy now and for the next three years. Drink: 2019-2024. 249201 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022
Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewSanta Carolina Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2008, Chile, Chile 447466 12.50% 1500 mL $15.95. July 22, 2008
Full ReviewCono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Pinot Noir 2019, Central Valley, Chile: A smooth, mouth-watering, berry-ripe Chilean red wine made from the Pinot Noir grape. I challenge you to find Pinot Noir this delicious at this low a price. Lots of ripe and fleshy cherry aromas and flavours. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2021-2025. 341602 13.50% D 750 mL $12.50 Score: 88/100. June 11, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewCave de Pazac Le Pigeonnier 2018, Costières de Nîmes, Rhône A.P., France: From the Costières De Nîmes, Cave De Pazac Le Pigeonnier 2018 is an excellent value 60% Syrah, 15% Carignan, 15% Grenache and 10% Marselan blend
under $15. Produced in temperature-controlled cement vats. The wine is dry, full-bodied, bright and generous with red berry, currant, plum, dark cherry and dark spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are smooth and rounded. Enjoy with bison burgers from the grill. Drink: 2021-2025. 20950 14.50% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 89/100. September 3, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewTaittinger Brut Reserve Champagne, Champagne A.O.C., France: Great finesse and elegance, persistence of bubbles. This is assembled from 35 crus and 40% Chardonnay, so while not a Blanc de Blancs (all white wine grapes, that is Chardonnay), this bubbly still has the elegance of that style. Pair with shellfish, especially fresh oysters. 365312 12.50% D 750 mL $61.85 Score: 93/100. June 10, 2022
Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full ReviewCave de Beblenheim Heimberger Réserve Particulière Pinot Blanc 2020, Alsace A.C., France: Cave de Beblenheim Heimberger 2020 Pinot Blanc is excellent value at $16. Look for ripe pear, soft citrus, baking and white pepper spice, as well as stony, mineral notes on this bright PB from the Alsace wine region. Cave de Beblenheim is a cooperative created in 1952 by a group of small farm wine growers. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2021 Concours des Vins Macon. Drink: 2022-2024. 18158 12.50% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. September 24, 2022
Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewMaison Chandesais Santenay Pinot Noir 2016, Santenay, Burgundy A.P., France Drink: 2021-2024. 18552 12.50% XD 750 mL $38.95. May 22, 2021
Delightful Duck Wine Full ReviewRelax Bubbles, Mosel, Germany: Remarkable bubbly for the money. Dry, toasty and full-bodied German sparkling wine from the Mosel region. This is your party sparkling wine for the holidays. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2020-2023. 488593 11% D 750 mL $13.80 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2021
Best Value Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full ReviewSchloss Schönborn Graf Von Schönborn Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg Riesling Kabinett 2018, Rheingau Prädikatswein, Germany: From the Rheingau, Schloss Schönborn Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg 2018 Kabinett Riesling is a classic. Zesty and tasty with fresh pear, ripe stone-fruit, citrusy and silky on the palate with great food-friendly acidity. Chill and enjoy with a cheese fondue. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2025. 70946 9.50% M 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. August 20, 2021
Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewStefano Farina Le Bocce Chianti Classico 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Stefano Farina Le Bocce 2016 Chianti Classico is bright and savoury on the palate with tart cherry, red currant, earthy fresh mushrooms and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Produced from 95% Sangiovese and 5% Canaiolo. Pour with a mixed charcuterie board of smoked and cured meats. Drink: 2021-2023. 279745 13.50% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. September 3, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full ReviewUmberto Cesari Liano Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Rubicone, Emilia-Romagna I.G.T., Italy: A liquid gorgeous Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon red wine blend with ripe dark cherry, earthy dark chocolate, cold black tea, anise, savoury herb and vanilla flavours on the palate. Tannins are structured and grippy. Decant one hour prior to pouring with a meaty lasagne or Bistecca Florentine. Drink: 2022-2024. 225086 13.60% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 89/100. September 9, 2022
Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full ReviewSanta Margherita Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: White melon and white peach aromas and flavours on this crisp Italian sparkling wine, with good acidity and yet also a creamy softness. Pair with soft cheeses. Drink: 2022-2024. 687582 11.50% MD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 92/100. September 9, 2022
Best Value Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewZenato San Benedetto Lugana 2021, Lugana, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From Zenato, San Benedetto 2021 Lugana is an excellent value Veneto white at $20. Dry, vibrant and fruity, produced from Trebbiano di Lugana (a.k.a. Verdicchio) sourced from vineyards around Lake Garda. Look for ripe apple, white-fleshed stone fruit, dried fine herbs and citrus zest flavours, crisp, clean and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy with grilled fish dishes. Drink: 2022-2024. 707158 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 22, 2022
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewPalliser Estate Wines Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Martinborough, North Island, New Zealand: A vibrant, zesty New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of guava, lime, lemon and passionfruit. Racy acidity for fresh seafood. Yum! Drink: 2019-2021. 148429 12.10% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 94/100. November 16, 2019
Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full ReviewEradus Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A vibrant, medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc, made from grapes grown entirely in New Zealand’s Awatere Valley. Fragrant on the nose with dried florals, white-flesh stone fruit, tropical fruit, soft orange, flinty, mineral flavours finishing long and mouth-watering on the palate. Chill and enjoy now. Drink: 2020-2022. 225557 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 16, 2020
Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewVicente Faria Animus 2017, Douro D.O.C., Portugal Drink: 2020-2022. 535641 13% D 750 mL $14.95. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewW. & J. Graham's Port, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: This stunning Tawny Port from Graham's is matured for 7 to 9 years in seasoned oak barrels. Aromas of toffee and toasted almond. Perfect after-dinner sipper. Drink: 2019-2025. 644906 19.60% S 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. June 11, 2021
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewSandeman Tawny Port, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: This 20-year-old tawny port is absolutely glorious. Santa's not getting cookies and milk this year ;) Aromas of toasted almond, toffee and smoke. So lovely. This wine is aged in the winery's centuries' old cellars for an average of twenty (different vintages in the blend). Finishes with hints of dry honey, nuts and spices. Drink: 2017-2021. 116178 20% S 750 mL $61.95 Score: 93/100. January 7, 2022
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewPegos Claros Grande Escolha Vinhas Velhas Castelão 2016, Palmela, Setúbal D.O.C., Portugal: Pegos Claros Grande Escolha 2016 Vinhas Velhas is a Castelão red wine aged for 12 months in new and previous-use French oak barrels. The Castelão grapes for this vintage were sourced from the winery's oldest vines of 100-plus years of age. Dry, bright and rich with ripe strawberry, red berry, spicy, toasty oak and vanilla flavours on the palate. Tannins are rich. Drink or hold, the wine is still quite youthful and is a good cellaring candidate for 10 years or more. Pairs well with smoked and cured meats, soft and cured cheeses. Drink: 2021-2034. 14958 14% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. September 3, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewKopke 20-Year-Old Tawny Port, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: Kopke 20-year-old Tawny Port is fragrant with cinnamon and exotic spices on the nose; sensuously sweet with toasted nut, dried fruit flavours, smoky, spicy with a velvety finish on the palate. Serve between 12 and 14°C and enjoy it with dark chocolate brownies or try it with a crostini of walnuts and chèvre. Drink: 2021-2025. 368340 20% S 750 mL $58.95 Score: 95/100. November 26, 2021
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewGraham Beck Brut Sparkling, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Love this non-vintage, vibrant bubble blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Graham Beck is known for superb technique and finesse when it comes to sparkling wines. Dry, crisp, balanced with mouth-watering acidity, look for creamy, toasty brioche, fresh green apple, soft orange and lime zest flavours on a lingering fine mousse. Chill and enjoy on its own or pair with turkey dinner. Drink: 2022-2024. 593483 12% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. July 22, 2023
Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full ReviewR. López de Heredia Viña Cubillo Crianza 2012, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From R. López de Heredia, Viña Cubillo Crianza 2012 is a mature and full-bodied red wine blend of 65% Grenache and 35% Mazuelo, Graciano and other local grapes. Look for earthy florals, truffles, sweet dried tobacco leaf, dried fruit, dark plum, nutty and chocolate flavours on this unfiltered, dry and plushy red from the Rioja wine region. Fantastic value here. Drink: 2021-2025. 692780 12.50% XD 750 mL $33.95 Score: 91/100. May 12, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewAlvear Pedro Ximenez de Añada 2017, Montilla-Moriles D.O.P., Spain: From Montilla-Moriles, Ximenez De Añada Alvear Pedro 2017 is the perfect size to have with a dessert for two (375 ml). Figgy with candied citrus, nut, vanilla and toffee flavours, sweet, rich and luxurious on the palate. Nice balance of acidity to sweetness. Produced from 100% Pedro Ximénez. Lightly chill and enjoy with a fruit-based dessert. Drink: 2021-2026. 499152 16% S 375 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewWilliams & Humbert Dry Sack Sherry, Jerez, Spain: An excellent dry sherry with attractive aromas of toasted almond and clementine. Pair with soup or enjoy on its own as an aperitif. This is a dry, fortified wine. Drink: 2016-2022. 13565 19.50% D 750 mL $13.45 Score: 89/100. August 27, 2016
Best Value Dessert Wine. Full ReviewLustau East India Solera Sherry, Jerez D.O., Spain: The dessert wine gained a smooth, deep, rich, complex character that blended raisins, toasted nuts and crème brûlée. Pair this with pudding, crème brûlée and hard cheeses. Drink: 2023-2030. 342931 20% S 500 mL $24.95 Score: 95/100. January 21, 2023
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewEmilio Lustau Almacenista Fino del Puerto Obregón Sherry, Jerez D.O., Spain: Dry and nutty Sherry that's fortified to 15% alcohol. Perfect for nuts and hard cheese. The word Almacenista translates to storekeeper or stockholder. Drink: 2022-2025. 515817 15% D 500 mL $25.15 Score: 88/100. April 15, 2023
Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewLustau Escuadrilla Rare Amontillado Sherry, Jerez D.O., Spain: A lovely dry sherry for after-dinner sipping. Don't relegate this wine to cooking only... please. Toasted almonds, clementine zest and dry toffee notes. Drink: 2021-2023. 660324 17% D 375 mL $23.55 Score: 89/100. March 18, 2023
Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full ReviewRioja Vega Crianza 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From the Rioja wine region, Rioja Vega 2018 is great value Crianza Rioja at $17. "Crianza" means that the wine was aged for two years prior to its release, with at least one year of that time in oak barrel. This example is produced from mostly Tempranillo and is dry, full-bodied and fresh with ripe dark fruit, dark cherry, savoury herbs, cinnamon, anise spice with a smoky lengthy finish. Pour with charcuterie and aged cheeses. Drink: 2022-2026. 471854 13.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. June 3, 2022
Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewChandon Sparkling Rosé, California, United States: This great value in sparkling wine comes from Domaine Chandon, the California arm of Chandon, the producers of Dom Perignon. It is a traditionally crafted wine produced from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and spends 12 months resting on the lees. The result is an elegant wine that delivers the bread-and-toast autolytic notes so beloved in wines produced through the Champagne method. Expect this to be balanced and approachable, with complex red fruit tones. Enjoy with seafood or duck. Drink: 2021-2023. 405555 13% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022
Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review7 Deadly Old Vine Zinfandel 2017, Lodi, California, United States: A robust, blockbuster Californian Zinfandel with aromas of ripe blackberry, dark plum, spice and smoke. Supple and smooth. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2019-2023. 59311 15% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. February 11, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full ReviewEdna Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Central Coast, California, United States: Edna Valley Vineyard 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied, smoky and spicy Cab from Central Coast, California and excellent value under $22. Rich on the palate with ripe dark cherry, cedar spice, garrigue herbs and flinty, smoky vanilla flavours that linger on. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy with a juicy sirloin steak from the grill. Drink: 2021-2026. 369959 13.80% XD 750 mL $25.00 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022
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