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Vintages Release April 24, 2020

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Argentina

Nieto Senetiner Don Nicanor Barrel Select Malbec 2016, Mendoza, Argentina Malbec food pairings: roast pheasant, grilled butcher steak, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2020 - 2022 13583 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Australia

Byron & Harold First Mark Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2018, Western Australia, Australia Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot food pairings: pork roast, beef bourgignon, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2020 - 2024 12912 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Penny's Hill Cracking Black Shiraz 2016, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A fragrant and full-bodied Shiraz with blackberry compote, dark plum, vanilla and spice aromas on the nose. Rich with dark fruit, blackberry, mocha, cedar spice and smoky vanilla flavours on the palate. Grapes are sourced from the estate Malpas Road vineyard, growing on infertile, grey-black cracking soil. The black Biscay soils of Malpas Vineyard crack open. This natural process which annually breaks off superfluous fingerling vine roots, reduces vine vigour intensifying grape flavours. Drink now and for the next 10 years. Shiraz food pairings: lamb cutlets, marinated pepper steaks, grilled bison strip steaks. Drink: 2020 - 2027 396473 14.5% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Yalumba Samuel's Collection Shiraz 2017, Barossa, South Australia, Australia Shiraz food pairings: rib roast, stuffed red peppers, veal stew. Drink: 2020 - 2021 12907 14.4% XD 750 mL $24.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sister's Run Old Testament Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: So savoury and rich, with intense blackberry, dark plum, wild herb, minty flavours on the palate and a luxurious dark spice and vanilla finish. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this wine were sourced from the Old Testament vineyard in the heart of the Coonawarra region. Pair with a juicy, grilled ribeye steak. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: pizza topped with steak strips, rib steak, slow-braised brisket. Drink: 2019 - 2025 478271 14.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Giant Steps Pinot Noir 2018, Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled lamb chops, vegetable kebabs, roast turkey. Drink: 2020 - 2023 219725 13.5% XD 750 mL $40.00 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bulgaria

Rigid Elm Mavrud 2016, Thracian Valley, Bulgaria Mavrud food pairings: smoked meats, braised blade roast, pulled pork sandwiches. Drink: 2020 - 2023 14152 14.5% D 750 mL $15.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Canada

Angels Gate Mountainview Chardonnay 2015, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A creamy, full-bodied and zesty Niagara Chardonnay with ripe yellow apple, honeydew melon, toasted nut and smoky mineral flavours on the palate. Pair with halibut steak in lemon butter. Chardonnay food pairings: pan seared scallops, grilled seafood, stuffed chicken roasted, beef bourguignon. Drink: 2020 - 2022 116384 13.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 88/100. April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Crew Cabernet Franc 2017, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Cabernet Franc food pairings: grilled game sausages, gourmet burgers, veal cutlets. Drink: 2020 - 2022 315945 13.8% XD 750 mL $22.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Organized Crime Break-In Pinot Noir 2017, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb cutlets, marinated pepper steaks, turkey tournedos. Drink: 2020 - 2023 396267 12.6% XD 750 mL $21.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Henry of Pelham Estate Riesling 2018, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Henry of Pelham Estate on the Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment wine region, a mouth-watering, lean and bright Riesling with white-fleshed stone fruit, crunchy green apple and lime zest flavours. Chill and enjoy now and for the next five years. Riesling food pairings: smoked salmon and chive cream cheese on baguette, oyster hotpot, mild curries. Drink: 2019 - 2024 557165 11.5% M 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cave Spring Estate Chardonnay 2017, Cave Spring Vineyard, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Wine grapes for this lush and creamy Chardonnay were sourced from three parcels in the Cave Spring Vineyard from vines over 30 years of age. Love the ripe apricot, apple, tropical fruit, nutty and smoky vanilla flavours on this buttery Chard. Chill and enjoy with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, lobster in butter, corn dishes, pork, fried chicken, almonds, brie, camembert. Drink: 2019 - 2022 256552 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Tragically Hip Ahead by a Century Chardonnay 2018, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Produced by Stoney Ridge Estate Winery, The Tragically Hip Ahead By A Century 2018 Chardonnay is zesty with citrus, crisp apple, pear, vanilla. butterscotch and toasty flavours delivered on a creamy palate. Serve chilled with a roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: mushroom and onion risotto, grilled pork sausage, roast chicken. Drink: 2019 - 2024 483875 12.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

PondView Estate Winery Gold Series Vidal Icewine 2015, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Full-bodied and gorgeously rich apricot and peach jam with luscious layers of hedonism and lip-licking happiness. Perfect as dessert on its own or with fruit cobbler or flan. Vidal Icewine food pairings: fruit and custard tart, fresh berries with sweetened whipped cream. Drink: 2015 - 2023 390351 11% S 200 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 2020. Best Value Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hidden Bench Fumé Blanc 2018, Rosomel Vineyard, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A vibrant food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc that was one third new barrel aged, one third old barrel and one third concrete tank. Smoky with bright apple, pear, fine herb and flinty mineral flavours on the palate. Pair with herbed goat cheese and green salads. Fumé Blanc food pairings: chicken and sage skewers, fresh tomato and basil salad, Thai green curry fish, smoked oyster Poor Boy sandwiches. Drink: 2020 - 2023 68825 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lakeview Cellars Lake Lodge Farms Viognier 2017, Lake Lodge Farms, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Viognier food pairings: roast chicken, butternut squash risotto, sautéed scallops wrapped in bacon. Drink: 2020 - 2022 646307 12% D 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Organized Crime Wild Ferment Riesling 2017, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Riesling food pairings: salads, smoked fish, grilled trout, fish tacos. Drink: 2020 - 2021 11952 10.9% M 750 mL $21.20 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Calamus Estate Winery Ball's Falls White 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Food pairings: fish tacos, sautéed pork tenderloin, grilled chicken. Drink: 2020 - 2021 10528 12% D 750 mL $14.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Culmina Family Estate Winery R&D Red Blend 2016, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: R & D from the Culmina Family Estate Winery is a juicy, medium-bodied Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc crowd-pleaser red wine blend that pays homage to Culmina co-owner Don Triggs and his twin brother, Ron as their pictures as boys are on the label. Love the smoky cherries and concentrated berry aromas on the nose with ripe dark cherry, blackberry, dried herbs, anise, black pepper, dark chocolate and smoky flavours on the palate. Aged in French and American oaked barrels. Pair with smoked, grilled meats. Food pairings: roast chicken paprika with onion and herb stuffing, onion pie, roast brises chicken. Drink: 2020 - 2023 445494 14% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Di Profio Estate Just What the Doctor Ordered Gamay Noir 2017, Mia Cara Vineyard, Niagara Peninsula, Creek Shores, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Gamay Noir food pairings: pepper steak, pork chops in wild mushroom sauce, braised veal shoulder roast. Drink: 2020 - 2021 13866 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Chile

Oveja Negra Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Maule Valley, Chile Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled pork chops, lamb ribs braised in red wine, breast of veal roast. Drink: 2020 - 2024 13875 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casablanca Nimbus Pinot Noir 2016, Casablanca Valley, Chile Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb cutlets, marinated pepper steaks, grilled bison strip steaks. Drink: 2020 - 2022 13296 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Escudo Rojo Reserva Carmenère 2018, Maipo Valley, Chile: A full-bodied, concentrated Chilean red wine made from the country's classic grape Carmenere. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and dark spice. Pair with grilled lamb. Carmenère food pairings: grilled sirloin steak, slow-braised blade roast in wine sauce, wild mushroom and leek risotto. Drink: 2020 - 2024 14058 14% XD 750 mL $17.00 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Veramonte Organic Reserva Carmenère 2018, Colchagua Valley, Chile Carmenère food pairings: grilled pork chops, lamb ribs braised in red wine, breast of veal roast. Drink: 2020 - 2021 13872 14.5% D 750 mL $15.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Croatia

Kutjevo Grasevina 2018, Slavonia, Croatia: From Slavonia, Kutjevo's Grasevina 2018 is floral with ripe pear, apple aromas on the nose, dry, fresh and zesty on the palate with grapefruit, fresh melon, citrus flavours and finishing spicy with a briny minerality. Pair with creamy shellfish or pasta dishes. Wine grapes were sourced from the Danube-Kutjevo Vineyard. This grape is known by many other names, such as Welschriesling, Ryzlink and Olasz Rizling. This was grown in ancient volcanic soil from an old world winery. Grasevina food pairings: grilled fish, grilled pork chops, charcuterie and hard cheeses. Drink: 2019 - 2021 519074 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

France

Beauvignac Picpoul de Pinet 2018, Midi A.P., France: A Picpoul Pinet from the Midi wine region in France and is a grape varietal as well as appellation. Vibrant acidity on this wine which comes natural to the grape. Fresh apple, lemon juice, light herbs and a light salty finish on the palate. Perfect for raw oysters on the half-shell or grilled shellfish. Chill and enjoy now. Picpoul De Pinet food pairings: wiener schnitzel and potato salad, pan-fried freshwater fish, oyster hotpot. Drink: 2019 - 2021 350124 12.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Saint-Roch Chimères 2017, Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi A.P., France: Produced by winemaker, Jean-Marc Lafage, from Maury in the Midi wine region, Château Saint-Roch's Chimères is a deep, dark purple, full-bodied red wine blend of 40% Grenache and 30% each of Carignan and Syrah. Lush and layered with liquid cherry, dark berry compote, dried wild herbs, flinty finishing with pepper spice on the palate. Matured in concrete tank and large oak casks. Enjoy now and over the next three years. Food pairings: smoky game burgers, beef steak, rack of lamb. Drink: 2020 - 2023 119354 15% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Favray Pouilly-Fumé 2018, Loire A.C., France: This Pouilly-Fumé is a crisp and delicious Sauvignon Blanc with smoky, lemon zest, fine herb and yellow plum flavours on the palate. Nice structure and finesse on this SB from lees ageing. Pouilly-Fumé food pairings: chicken in a garlic, white wine sauce, salads, pan-fried smoked scallops. Drink: 2020 - 2022 323642 12.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 88/100. April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marchand-Tawse Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2017, Burgundy A.C., France: A sexy smooth and silky Pinot Noir fragrant with a tart cherry, sous bois and mocha nose. Dry, zesty with bright cherry, red berry, dried fine herbs and oak spice flavours caressing the palate. Nicely done! Pinot Noir food pairings: veal scaloppini, beef, smoked salmon, coq au vin. Drink: 2020 - 2023 285601 13% XD 750 mL $32.25 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cave Vinicole de Cleebourg Pinot Gris 2017, Alsace A.C., France Pinot Gris food pairings: spicy tuna roll, pad Thai, mild vegetarian curries. Drink: 2020 - 2021 108530 13% M 750 mL $17.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine du Margalleau Vouvray Sec 2017, Loire A.C., France Vouvray Sec food pairings: grilled chicken with mango chutney, sautéed shrimp in white wine, pasta Alfredo. Drink: 2020 - 2022 12113 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Peyros Tannat Cabernet Franc 2015, Madiran, Southwest A.C., France: A rich and concentrated Tannat and Cabernet Franc sourced from the Madiran Wine Region with ripe dark fruit and tanned leather aromas on the nose. Rich dark plum, blueberry, black raspberry, dried fine herbs and sweet cake spice on the palate. Finishes long and savoury. Decant for one hour prior to pouring with a well-marbled grilled steak or cellar for a couple years. Tannat Cabernet Franc food pairings: rare grilled meats, game dishes, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2020 - 2025 208249 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château de Montfaucon Côtes du Rhône 2016, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France Food pairings: roast Cornish game hens, rib roast, veal Masala. Drink: 2020 - 2022 13439 14.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Bel-Air 2015, Pomerol, Bordeaux A.C., France Food pairings: roast Cornish game hens, tourtière, grilled ribeye steak. Drink: 2022 - 2024 11839 13.5% XD 750 mL $59.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Maison Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes Saint-Véran 2016, Saint-Véran, Burgundy A.P., France Food pairings: Caesar salad topped with grilled chicken, seafood Alfredo, Camembert, Fontina cheese. Drink: 2020 - 2022 11906 12.9% XD 750 mL $28.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famille Perrin Nature Côtes du Rhône 2017, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A full-bodied and smooth Grenache and Syrah red wine blend with ripe dark fruit, ripe red berries, smoky and savoury dried wild herb flavours on the palate. The winery is certified organic by Ecocert and was already into organic farming 40 years ago. Food pairings: grilled venison steak, bison burgers, rack of lamb. Drink: 2020 - 2020 948059 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine du Petit Métris Clos de la Marche Savennières 2017, Loire A.C., France Food pairings: poached salmon, grilled Dijon and fine herb chicken breasts, Brie and creamy cheeses. Drink: 2020 - 2022 250571 13.2% XD 750 mL $26.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famille Perrin L'Argnee Gigondas 2017, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France Food pairings: rack of lamb, pork tenderloin en croute, roast Cornish game hens, duck confit. Drink: 2020 - 2028 14985 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Bonnin Pichon Grande Réserve 2015, Lussac-Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: A beautifully balanced, rich and layered Bordeaux wine at a great price from the hilly terrain of Lussac, a satellite appellation of Saint-Émilion. Lots of ripe dark fruit, tobacco, and vanilla on the nose. Elegantly smooth, medium-bodied with ripe blackberry, plum, vanilla and pepper spice flavours, savoury and satisfying on the palate. Good now, better in a year of two to further integrate tannins. Food pairings: grilled meats, baron of beef roast, tourtière. Drink: 2021 - 2024 280008 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château de Beaucastel Coudoulet de Beaucastel Blanc 2018, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A zesty and well-balanced Marsanne, Viognier, Bourboulenc and Clairette white wine blend. Elegant with ripe tropical fruit, melon and lemon-lime zest flavours on the palate. Soft, delicious and so easy to enjoy. Pair with roast lemon chicken. Blanc food pairings: crab cakes, grilled calamari, turkey dinner. Drink: 2020 - 2021 48892 13% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. April 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Louis Latour les Genièvres Mâcon-Lugny 2017, Mâcon-Lugny, Burgundy A.C., France Food pairings: grilled halibut steak, pasta and grilled shrimp, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2020 - 2022 673137 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Champagne 2009, Champagne A.C., France: A lovely, mature Champagne from a well-respect and renown producer. Produced from 20% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meunier and 40% Pinot Noir, creamy and elegant with a fine mousse showing fresh-baked brioche, poached pear, lemon, and bright red berry flavours on the palate. Champagne food pairings: oysters on the half-shell, roast chicken sandwiches, seafood bites. Drink: 2020 - 2023 240085 12% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 92/100. April 2020. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Greece

Lyrarakis Vóila Assyrtiko 2018, Crete P.G.I., Greece Assyrtiko food pairings: grilled shellfish dishes, Greek salads, taramasalata with grilled flatbreads. Drink: 2020 - 2021 14420 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Italy

Sardus Pater Is Solus Carignano del Sulcis 2017, Sardinia D.O.C., Italy Carignano Del Sulcis food pairings: meaty stews, rabbit stew, roast chicken with olives. Drink: 2020 - 2022 13452 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Beni di Batasiolo Nebbiolo 2017, Langhe, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy Nebbiolo food pairings: veal Parmesan, rack of lamb, grilled flat iron steak. Drink: 2020 - 2024 908079 13.1% XD 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Proprietà in Fontanafredda Barolo 2013, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: A gorgeous northern Italian red wine made from the Nebbiolo grape. This Barolo offers aromas of black cherry, violets, truffles and smoke. A long, lingering finish. Needs more cellar time. Decant 2 hours. Pair with truffle-accented dishes and wild game meats. Barolo food pairings: roast duck, venison striploin, roast turkey, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2022 - 2038 638999 14% XD 750 mL $138.00 Score: 95/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cecchi Riserva di Famiglia Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Chianti Classico food pairings: bruschetta, Margherita pizza, veal scallopini. Drink: 2020 - 2023 14200 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Terre Bianche Alghero Torbato 2018, Sardinia D.O.C., Italy Torbato food pairings: fish tacos, grilled calamari, seafood paella. Drink: 2020 - 2021 968537 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stemmari Rosé 2019, Sicily I.G.T., Italy Rosé food pairings: roast turkey, salmon burgers, salads. Drink: 2020 - 2021 14708 12% D 750 mL $13.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stemmari Grillo 2018, Sicily D.O.C., Italy Grillo food pairings: grilled fish, crab cakes, grilled chicken breasts. Drink: 2020 - 2021 13377 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 April 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Montedidio 14 Nero d'Avola 2016, Sicily I.G.T., Italy Nero D'avola food pairings: veal ribs in red wine sauce, grilled game sausage, Salisbury steak. Drink: 2020 - 2022 13743 14% D 750 mL $17.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Il Sestante Amarone Della Valpolicella 2015, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: venison stew, roast duck, turkey pot pie. Drink: 2020 - 2022 568733 14.8% D 750 mL $48.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cà di Rajo Extra Dry Prosecco, Treviso D.O.C., Italy Prosecco food pairings: salads, herbed quiche, onion tarte, seafood appetizers. Drink: 2020 - 2021 13830 11% XD 750 mL $16.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

I Giusti & Zanza Vigna Vecchia 2015, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy Food pairings: meaty lasagne, Bistecca Florentine, game stew. Drink: 2020 - 2024 13456 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vigneti Zabù Chiantari Nero D'avola 2018, Sicily D.O.C., Italy Nero D'avola food pairings: meat pasta in rich tomato sauce, grilled game sausage, roast chicken. Drink: 2020 - 2023 13924 13% D 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Michele Satta Piastraia 2016, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Produced by Winemaker Michele Satta. An intense medium-bodied red wine blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Syrah aged in oak for one year and a half. Look for black cherry, black plum skin, blackberry, fresh and dried herb, spice and dried pink florals smooth and with refreshing acidity on the palate. Enjoy now and for the next 10 years. Food pairings: mushroom risotto, vegetarian lasagne, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2020 - 2032 709980 13% XD 750 mL $41.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ferruccio Deiana Síleno Riserva Cannonau di Sardegna 2014, Sardinia D.O.C., Italy Cannonau Di Sardegna food pairings: grilled chicken, pork chops in mushroom sauce, veal cutlets. Drink: 2020 - 2023 455600 14.8% D 750 mL $22.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Corte Pavone Brunello di Montalcino 2014, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Produced from organically-grown Sangiovese wine grapes. Dark, smoky and savoury with ripe black fruit, earthy florals, dried wild herbs, bitter chocolate flavours and smoky, toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. This Brunello is unfiltered. Tannins are firm. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: ravioli, autumn hodge-podge, chilli. Drink: 2020 - 2028 237263 15% XD 750 mL $57.95 Score: 94/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Riserva Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A full-bodied, aromatic Italian red wine made from the classic Sangiovese grape. Notes of dark plums, blackberries, smoke, dark spices. Juicy, mouth-watering acidity for tangy tomato sauces. Chianti Classico food pairings: meaty lasagne, mushroom risotto, pasta Bolognese. Drink: 2021 - 2024 13496 13.9% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 93/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Donnafugata Floramundi Cerasuolo di Vittoria 2017, Sicily D.O.C.G., Italy Food pairings: chicken mole, grilled lamb chops, meaty stews. Drink: 2020 - 2024 13451 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pecchenino San Giuseppe Barolo 2015, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy Barolo food pairings: game roasts, roast goose, rabbit fricassee. Drink: 2020 - 2028 181396 14% XD 750 mL $65.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Castello di Gabbiano Riserva Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: An elegant and well-balanced, medium-bodied Chianti Classico Riserva with poise and finesse. Silky smooth on the palate with ripe black cherries, baking spices, tobacco leaf, tanned leather and smoky vanilla flavours on the palate. Chianti Classico food pairings: roast beef, cheesy pizza, stuffed roasted turkey, pasta in tomato sauce. Drink: 2022 - 2035 216309 14% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

San Biagio di Roggero G. Sorano Barolo 2013, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy Barolo food pairings: roast Cornish game hens, bison burgers, grilled ribeye steak. Drink: 2020 - 2028 13644 13.4% XD 750 mL $50.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lirica Primitivo di Manduria 2015, Puglia D.O.P., Italy: Lirica 2015 is a robust red Primitivo Di Manduria with black and purple plum liqueur, crushed raspberry, blackberry, tarry with toasty oak flavours on the palate. Great concentration of dark fruit flavours to toasty oak on this southern Italian red wine. Pair with a meaty, cheesy lasagna. Primitivo Di Manduria food pairings: meaty stews, rabbit stew, roast chicken with olives. Drink: 2018 - 2024 326710 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tornatore Etna Bianco 2018, Etna, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: A refreshing, medium-bodied 100% Carricante with grapes sourced from Etna in the Sicily wine region with ripe stone fruit, soft orange and ginger flavours with a clean citrusy, mineral finish. Food pairings: fish tacos, vegetarian pizza, grilled shellfish.. Drink: 2019 - 2023 577676 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. April 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tommasi Graticcio Appassionato 2017, Veneto, Italy: From Tommassi, a medium-bodied vibrant Corvina, Rondinella and Merlot red wine blend made in a similar method as Amarone wines. When wine grapes are harvested, they are air-dried, thereby concentrating the flavours prior to fermentation. Lush and spicy with dried fruit, dark cherry, savoury herb and nutty flavours rich on the palate. Food pairings: gourmet burgers, lamburgers, prime rib, lasagne, sausage. Drink: 2019 - 2028 338939 12.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

New Zealand

Invivo Graham Norton's Own Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled shrimp, oysters Rockefeller, fish tacos. Drink: 2020 - 2021 560284 11.8% D 750 mL $22.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sugar Loaf Pinot Gris 2018, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand Pinot Gris food pairings: pineapple chicken, vegetable kebabs, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2020 - 2021 417469 12.8% D 750 mL $21.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rapaura Springs Rohe Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Blind River, Marlborough, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled fish, fish tacos, sautéed Sablefish. Drink: 2020 - 2021 12647 14% D 750 mL $25.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Momo Organic Pinot Noir 2018, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A well-priced Pinot Noir under $20 produced from organically and biodynamically grown grapes from a bio-grow certified winery. Dry, medium-bodied with ripe raspberry, dark cherry, dried herbs smooth and bright on the palate. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, planked salmon, frittata, coq au vin. Drink: 2020 - 2023 163972 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Portugal

Cais Da Ribeira Riserva 2016, Douro D.O.C., Portugal Food pairings: slow-braised beef ribs, smoked meats, roast chicken. Drink: 2020 - 2023 523639 13.1% XD 750 mL $13.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Evel 2016, Douro D.O.C., Portugal Food pairings: grilled pork chops, veal cutlets, lamburgers. Drink: 2020 - 2022 190694 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Babu Reserva 2016, Vinho Regional Tejo, Portugal Food pairings: grilled flat iron steak, meat-lover's pizza, tourtière, lamburgers stuffed with feta cheese. Drink: 2020 - 2024 617175 13.2% XD 750 mL $14.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

South Africa

Simonsig Labyrinth Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Love the nose on this South African Cabernet Sauvignon with black currant, fine herb and earthy aromas on the nose. Lots of juicy sweet black plums and blackberries, sweet spice, vanilla flavours delivered on a velvety palate. Nice now, better in a year or two of cellaring. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: sirloin tip roast, grilled pork chops, meat and root vegetable stews. Drink: 2020 - 2023 744375 13% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 87/100. April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Boschendal Sommelier Selection Pinotage 2016, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa Pinotage food pairings: roast leg of lamb, braised beef ribs, grilled game sausage. Drink: 2020 - 2023 13353 14.1% XD 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Spain

Palacio de Primavera Vendimia Seleccionada Reserva 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain Food pairings: grilled pork ribs, lamb chops, veal cutlets. Drink: 2020 - 2023 13632 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

R. Lopez de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2007, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain Food pairings: roast duck, grilled game sausages, pork roast. Drink: 2020 - 2028 356337 12.5% XD 750 mL $70.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Padró & Co. Rojo Clásico Vermouth, Spain Vermouth food pairings: olives, tapas, salted nuts. Drink: 2020 - 2022 14064 18% S 750 mL $21.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

A Coroa Godello 2018, Valdeorras D.O., Spain Godello food pairings: grilled sardines, fresh steamed shellfish, fish tacos. Drink: 2020 - 2021 13746 23.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Faustino I Gran Reserva 2006, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A lovely full-bodied and mature mostly Tempranillo red wine (with some Graciano and Mazuelo). Earthy with dried herb and dried fruit aromas on the nose. Spicy with leather, dried fruit and tobacco leaf flavours on the palate. The time has come to drink this wine. Pair with game roasts and grilled game sausages. Food pairings: wild boar roast, grilled venison steak, roast pheasant. Drink: 2019 - 2021 976662 13.5% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marquès de la Concordia MM Reserva de Familia Rosé Cava 2016, Penedès, Spain Rosé Cava food pairings: egg dishes, quiche, brunch fare, herbed flat breads. Drink: 2020 - 2021 14616 12% D 750 mL $16.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lagar de Robla Premium Mencia 2011, Vino De La Tierra De Castilla Y León, Spain Mencia food pairings: grilled meats, hard cheeses, smoked and braised beef ribs. Drink: 2020 - 2022 439729 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Maius Assemblage 2017, Priorat D.O.Q., Spain Food pairings: lamburgers, grilled pork chops, root vegetable and game sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2020 - 2022 26167 14.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

United States

Roco Marsh Estate Pinot Noir 2015, Yamhill-Carlton District, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States Pinot Noir food pairings: slow-braised veal shanks in red wine sauce, grilled lamb ribs, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2020 - 2023 521161 14.5% XD 750 mL $48.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Drumheller Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A juicy, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of ripe blackberry and toasty oak on the nose. Fresh with bright blackberry, spiced plum, vanilla and minty flavours on the palate. Pair with grilled meats. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast chicken, roast veal, mild goat curry. Drink: 2020 - 2023 551473 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Skyfall Merlot 2016, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States Merlot food pairings: grilled sirloin steak, slow-braised blade roast in wine sauce, wild mushroom and leek risotto. Drink: 2020 - 2023 633966 13.9% D 750 mL $23.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Artezin Old Vine Zinfandel 2017, Mendocino County, California, United States: A plushy, juicy, full-bodied Zinfandel with layers of ripe dark berries, dark cherry, bright red berry and baking spice flavours finishing long and zesty on the palate. Zinfandel food pairings: pizza, lamb kabobs, nachos, turkey and cranberry sauce, barbecue ribs. Drink: 2020 - 2023 4887 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay 2017, Monterey County, California, United States: Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay was first produced in 2005 by Charlie Wagner and has kept its rich, full-bodied and unoaked style. Brought up in stainless-steel and cement tanks, this Chard is fresh with blanched almond, bright apple, soft tropical fruit and citrus flavours finishing crisp with clean mineral flavours on the palate. Pair with grilled shrimp. Chardonnay food pairings: spinach and pepper jack stuffed chicken, lobster with melted butter poached whitefish in white wine sauce. Drink: 2020 - 2023 220343 14.8% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Hess Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, North Coast, California, United States: A velvety, full-bodied and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon with a splash of Petit Sirah added from the Hess Collection with ripe dark fruit, sweet spice and toasty oak and vanilla spice flavours on the palate. So good now. Enjoy with a prime rib roast beef. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled burgers. Drink: 2019 - 2025 25080 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bonterra Equinox 2017, California, United States Food pairings: roast pork, veal Porterhouse, meat-lover's pizza. Drink: 2020 - 2023 14336 13.7% XD 750 mL $22.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ridge Geyserville 2017, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: A medium-plus-bodied red blend of 68% Zinfandel, 18% Carignane, 12% Petite Sirah and 2% Alicante Bouschet. Aromas of blue florals, ripe red cherries and sweet cake spice with layered blackberry, dark plum, mocha and oak spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm. Good now, better with a couple of years in cellar to marry, mellow and integrate tannins. Food pairings: barbecued meats, venison steak, bison burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2038 723072 14.5% XD 750 mL $96.00 Score: 92/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Collier Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Lodi, California, United States Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled prime rib, lamb chops, grilled beef and veggie kebabs. Drink: 2020 - 2024 14428 13.5% D 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Easton Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Shenandoah Valley, Sierra Foothills, California, United States Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: venison roast, leg of lamb, bison burgers, roast Cornish game hens. Drink: 2020 - 2024 14335 15% XD 750 mL $82.00 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Calculated Risk Barrel Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Napa Valley, California, United States Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meaty stews, rabbit stew, roast chicken with olives. Drink: 2020 - 2024 14442 14.3% XD 750 mL $49.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lone Birch Chardonnay 2017, Yakima Valley, Washington, United States Chardonnay food pairings: grilled seafood, paella, grilled pork chops. Drink: 2020 - 2022 13311 13.2% XD 750 mL $19.95 April 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Napa Valley, California, United States: A polished Napa Valley Cab from Buena Vista, rich, layered and full-bodied with ripe dark plum, black currant, blackberry, meaty, minty and cedar spice flavours on the palate. Smooth with structured tannins and balanced acidity. Love the long and juicy dark cherry finish. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast venison steak, rabbit tenderloin en croute, grilled veal Porterhouse steak. Drink: 2020 - 2025 539106 14.5% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. April 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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