Paula scored this wine: 85/100

This was my weekend wine pick: an interesting unusual and complex white wine from Croatia. Located in the northwest of Istria, Clai Wines is the focus of Giorgio Clai’s work to make organic wines from native Croatian grapes. Made with 100% Malvazija, it has an intense golden yellow colour in the glass with aromas and flavours of honey and apricots, and a soft hint of vanilla. Paired well with Italian arancini and meetballs. 14% alcohol. Fun creative label. Available at the LCBO (LCBO#: 770511) at $34.85.

Paula scored this wine: 91/100

This was my weekend wine pick: a lovely Sauvignon Blanc with 10% Sémillon from South Africa. Typical straw colour in the glass. Aromas and flavours of tropical fruits such as pineapple. Paired well with General Tao chicken. 13% alcohol. Beautiful creative label. Available at the SAQ (Code SAQ: 14038131) at $17.55. Certified Integrity & Sustainability.

Paula scored this wine: 90/100

This was my weekend wine pick: a superb Chenin Blanc from South Africa. A sunny yellow colour in the glass. Aromas and flavours of citrus. Paired well with a shrimp paella. 14% alcohol. Beautiful classy label. Available at the SAQ (Code SAQ: 11093126) at $18. Certified Integrity & Sustainability.

Paula scored this wine: 92/100

This was my weekend wine pick: a superb red blend from the Portuguese wine region of Setúbal. 34% Castelão 34 %, 33% Touriga nacional and 33 % Trincadeira. Aromas and flavours of cherries. Very smooth and velvety. Paired well with spaghetti and beef. 13.5% alcohol. Available at the SAQ (Code SAQ: 14308276) at $15.95.

Paula scored this wine: 89/100

This was my weekend wine pick: a superb Shiraz from Western Cape, South Africa. Dark purple colour in the glass. Aromas and flavours of plums with a spicy finish. Paired well with olive oil pasta with confit turkey. 13% alcohol. Nice creative label. Available at the SAQ (Code SAQ: 10679221) at $13.80. The purchase of this wine supports Spier’s “Growing for Good” learning initiatives.