Wine Picks June 5, 2020 | Natalie MacLean: Canada's Best Wine Courses, Tasting Classes, Food Pairings, Expert Reviews

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Note: This batch of wine reviews is not part of the bi-weekly Vintages Releases. Instead, it's a collection of wines outside the Vintages section in store (general list) or wines sent to me directly from wineries that may not yet be available in liquor stores. Click on the Winery or Wine Agency link to get more info.

Sparkling Wine

Henkell & Co. Trocken, Baden, Germany: A crisp, medium-dry, refreshing German sparkling wine with aromas of orchard fruit. Pair with shellfish. Great price! Drink: 2020 - 2023 122689 11.5% MD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Nugan Estate Cookoothama Darlington Point Cabernet Merlot 2016, New South Wales, Australia, Australia: This full-bodied, Cabernet Merlot red wine blend from New South Wales over delivers particularly at this price. Rich with spiced plum, black raspberry, savoury spice and smoky flavours on the palate with mouth-watering acidity and looking for a grilled steak. Cabernet Merlot food pairings: hamburgers, roast beef, grilled chicken, pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2020 - 2024 91660 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart