Red Wine
A To Z Wineworks Pinot Noir 2014, Oregon, United States: A medium-bodied Oregonian Pinot Noir with lots of acidity on the palate for salmon or tuna. Aromas of tart and sour cherry. Very juicy. Pinot Noir food pairings: mushroom risotto, pork roast, bison burgers. Drink: 2017 - 2022 229781 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Xavier Vignon Lirac 2016, Rhône A.P., France: A full-bodied, juicy southern French red wine from the Lirac region of the Rhone. Flavours of purple plums and blackberries with dark spice. Supple. Pair with meat lovers' pizza. Food pairings: roast rack of lamb, veal roast in red wine sauce, steak and kidney pie. Drink: 2019 - 2024 636183 15% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Signae Sagrantino di Montefalco 2011, Umbria D.O.C.G., Italy: Full-bodied with dried red berry, dried herb, earthy violets and smoky on the nose and palate, Signae Montefalco is a Sagrantino Di Montefalco from the Umbria wine region. Long smoky, mineral finish. Tannins are fine. Pair with braised beef short ribs. Sagrantino Di Montefalco food pairings: breaded veal cutlets, cobb salad, roast beef, cheesy pizza. Drink: 2019 - 2028 429142 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Marchesi Antinori Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino 2014, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A beautifully balanced and concentrated Brunello di Montalcino from the Tuscany wine region. Fragrant and rich with layers of ripe black cherry, raspberry and plum fruit. Can easily cellar for three years and then enjoyed for another eight. Pair with roast leg of lamb. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: grilled steak, roast leg of lamb, hard cheese, veal piccata. Drink: 2021 - 2027 651141 14% D 750 mL $80.95 Score: 90/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Torbreck Woodcutter's Shiraz 2017, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Love the nose on this full-bodied Shiraz from the Barossa Valley, South Australia. Ripe dark cherry, blueberry and fragrant blue floral aromas on the nose. Vibrant on the palate with dark berry, cherry, white pepper and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Enjoy now and a keeper for the next 15 years. Shiraz food pairings: venison stew, venison sausage and wild mushroom sauce, spicy spatchcock partridge. Drink: 2020 - 2025 927533 15% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 94/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ramón Bilbao Limited Edition Crianza 2016, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A rich and full-bodied 100% Tempranillo, lovely on the nose with dark fruit and smoky aromas. Full and lush on the palate with ripe dark fruit, smoke and flinty, mineral flavours on the palate. In the Drinks International magazine Ramón Bilbao was named one of the top 50 in their list of "The World's Most Admired Wine Brands of 2019." Food pairings: grilled game sausage, roast pheasant, rich meaty soups. Drink: 2020 - 2024 547950 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château La Nerthe Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2016, Rhône A.C., France: From one of the oldest producers in Chateauneuf-Du-Pape, where this wine has been crafted since 1561. Fragrant and bright with ripe red berries, tea and spicy, savoury flavours on the palate. Creamy on the palate with dark cherry, crushed raspberry, dark plum, anise, vanilla and toasty spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Nice now and for the next 15 years. Châteauneuf-Du-Pape food pairings: game, roast leg of lamb, rich meat lasagne. Drink: 2020 - 2032 735407 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 93/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Barone Ricasoli Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A medium-bodied and fresh Chianti Classico produced from Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes from estate vineyards. The vineyards are 250 to 450 metres above sea level and so this Chianti is showing some nice, fresh red plum, raspberry and mocha flavours silky on the palate. Chianti Classico food pairings: roast goose, black bean soup, pork with soy, pot roast. Drink: 2020 - 2024 942607 13.5% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 91/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zuccardi Serie A Malbec 2018, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Wine grapes for this bright Malbec are sourced from different vineyards across the Valle de Uco and wine grapes were fermented in concrete vats and previous-use 500-litre French oak barrels. Lots of bright red plum, blueberry and spicy flavours on the food-friendly red. Fine tannins give it extra lift and structure. Pair with grilled flat iron steaks. Malbec food pairings: roast leg of lamb with herbs and garlic, grilled pork chops, roast pheasant. Drink: 2020 - 2021 167619 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.00 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Castoro Cellars Estate Grown Zinfandel 2016, Paso Robles, California, United States: A full-bodied, smoky and juicy Paso Robles Zinfandel with ripe red berry, plum and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Matured for half a year in both French and American oak barrels. perfect for burgers, grilled steaks and chops. Zinfandel food pairings: BBQ ribs, roast chicken, turkey. Drink: 2020 - 2025 645432 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rutherford Hill Merlot 2015, Napa Valley, California, United States: From the Napa Valley, a smoky and robust mostly Merlot red wine blend with some Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah added in. Rutherford Hill is a Teralto Family winery that uses the 18th century winemaking technique of blending in a splash of Syrah grapes for body and Cabernet Sauvignon for structure. Winemaker Marisa Taylor aged the wine for 16 months in French oak barrels. The nose is rich with dark plum, smoky and spicy aromas. Full-bodied, smoky and powerful on the palate with liquid plum, blackberry and cassis, structured tannins and great acidity for food. Pair with a crown pork roast. Merlot food pairings: grilled venison tenderloin, roast chicken, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2020 - 2023 959338 14.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 90/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paso Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Paso Robles, California, United States: this California Cab is as juicy on the nose as it is on the palate. Full-bodied and intense with layers of dark plum and berry flavours, dark chocolate, smoky vanilla and spicy on the palate. A definite candidate for steaks from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: rib steak, lamb chops, pork tenderloin, roast chicken.. Drink: 2020 - 2024 161141 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Seghesio Old Vine Zinfandel 2016, Sonoma County, California, United States: A robust, fleshy and intense Old Vine's Zinfandel with ripe red berry, blueberry jam, cassis, pink florals, earthy and anise flavours on the palate. Tannins are grainy. Pair this food-friendly Zin with grilled bison burgers. Zinfandel food pairings: crown pork roast with corn niblets, roast duck, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2020 - 2028 56879 15% D 750 mL $57.95 Score: 92/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Feudi San Pio Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2017, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: An excellent value Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore from the Veneto wine region with rich dark cherry, dark fruit, earthy, leather and smoky flavours intense and concentrated because the Valpolicella wine is repassed over Amarone lees. Silky smooth and easy to enjoy. Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore food pairings: linguini marinara, slow-braised lamb shanks with tomato and garlic, tomato garlic and clam sauce over penne. Drink: 2020 - 2026 181446 14.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wits End Luna Shiraz 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A mouth-watering Shiraz with a dollop of Barbera grapes added into the blend and has always been a crowd-pleaser with its dark cherry, spiced plum, smoky, meaty and vanilla flavours supple and smooth on the palate. Shiraz food pairings: grilled meats, cheesy pizza, grilled flat iron steak. Drink: 2020 - 2025 311258 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Licenciado Reserva 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A dark and juicy 100% Rioja Tempranillo with ripe blackberry, blueberry fruit and mocha flavours fresh on the palate. Food pairings: grilled steak, pork chops, lamb. Drink: 2020 - 2024 370023 13.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
MontGras Antu Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: From the Maipo Valley, a full-bodied, well-priced Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon from the Maipo Valley matured 13 months in oak barrels prior to bottling. Fun and juicy with dark plum, black cherry, blackberry, earthy and meaty with a flinty, vibrant finish. Pair with grilled game sausages. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: rare roast beef, grilled pork chops, blue cheeses. Drink: 2020 - 2023 444703 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Autrand Côtes du Rhône 2017, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A full-bodied and juice 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah Rhone red blend sourced from vineyards that are about 40-45 years of age. Love the ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry and smoky nose. Very approachable now, juicy with layers of dark fruit, spice and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Pair with ribs and burgers from the grill. Côtes Du Rhône food pairings: roast chicken, tourtière, beef sliders. Drink: 2020 - 2025 380675 14% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zenato Cormì Corvina Merlot 2015, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: A zesty and full-bodied Merlot and Corvina red wine blend form the Veneto wine region, mouth-watering with plushy plum, dried cherry, chocolate, fig and anise flavours that linger on the palate. Pair with charcuterie and salty cheeses. Corvina Merlot food pairings: grilled steaks, gourmet hamburgers, Portobello mushrooms. Drink: 2020 - 2025 108282 13.5% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Marziano Abbona Pressenda Barolo 2013, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: An excellent, muscular Barolo but still needs some time in cellar. Try in 2022. Smoky, licorice, tar and wild herb aromas on the nose, deep and dark with black fruit, dark cherry, leather, savoury herbs, spicy and smoky on the palate. Tannins are firm. Barolo food pairings: roast beef, roast pheasant, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2022 - 2033 276584 15% XD 750 mL $57.95 Score: 91/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
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
Villa Wolf Pinot Noir 2017, Pfalz, Germany: A mouth-watering, medium-bodied, smooth German Pinot Noir at an amazingly great price. Aromas of fleshy ripe black cherry and smoke. Perfect for grilled veggies. Drink: 2019 - 2023 291971 13% XD 750 mL $17.25 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lone Birch Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: So named for a solitary, 70-plus year old birch tree that stands in the vineyards that was lovingly planted by H. Lloyd Miller in the 1940s. A full-bodied Yakima Cabernet Sauvignon fresh with ripe blackberry, savoury herb, dark chocolate and tobacco leaf flavours smooth on the palate. Pair with a veal Porterhouse. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled ribeye steak, veal Porterhouse steak, grilled lamb lollipops. Drink: 2020 - 2026 446971 14.1% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosés
Château Bellevue La Forêt Rosé 2019, Fronton, Southwest A.P., France: Fragrant and juicy with strawberries, black raspberry, red currant and citrus spice flavours, mouth-watering and harmonious on the palate. Produced mostly from the Negrette wine grape which first appeared in the Southwest in the 12th century and is believed to have originated in Greece. Chill and pair with barbequed ribs. Rosé food pairings: strawberry spinach salad, roast turkey, veal scaloppini. Drink: 2020 - 2022 219840 12% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 92/100. June 2020. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Val-Joanis Tradition Rosé 2019, Luberon, Rhône A.P., France: A great value Luberon wine region rosé under $17. Spicy and juicy with ripe peach, cherry and wild herb flavours on the palate. Pair with grilled chicken wings and ribs. Rosé food pairings: poached salmon, grilled shrimp, quiche. Drink: 2020 - 2021 707281 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Henkell 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
White Wine
Moselland Piesporter Michelsberg Riesling Kabinett 2018, Mosel, Germany: A lovely, off-dry German Riesling from the Mosel region. Offers aromas of white peach and stone fruit. Juicy acidity for mild to medium curries. Drink: 2019 - 2023 327055 8.5% M 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Dr. Trocken Riesling 2018, Rheinhessen Qualitatswein, Germany: A lovely, off-dry German Riesling with aromas of pear and white peach. Racy acidity for seafood. Medium-bodied. Drink: 2019 - 2023 12% XD 750 mL $15.00 Score: 90/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Moselland Ars Vitis Riesling 2018, Mosel, Germany: A lovely, crisp German Riesling with aromas of pear, golden apple and peach. Medium-bodied with juicy acidity for Asian fare. Drink: 2019 - 2023 589150 8% MD 750 mL $14.00 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Baden Cellars Gewurztraminer 2018, Baden, Germany: Lovely, off-dry German Gewurz with aromas of rose petal, lychee, white flowers and peach. Perfect for mild and medium curries and spices. Drink: 2019 - 2023 336735 12% D 750 mL $11.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Schloss Schönborn Feinherb Riesling 2018, Rheingau Qualitätswein, Germany: From the Rheingau wine region, Schloss Schönborn 2018 Feinherb Riesling is lush on the nose with warm white florals, ripe stone fruit and soft orange aromas, medium-sweet and medium-bodied with ripe stone fruit, orchard fruit, mandarin orange and flinty mineral flavours vibrant on the palate. Enjoy with mildly spiced vegetable curries. Riesling food pairings: fried chicken, vegetable curry, fish tacos. Drink: 2020 - 2024 653535 10% M 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. June 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Relax Riesling 2018, Mosel, Germany: A lovely off-dry German Riesling with aromas of fresh peach and apricot. Racy acidity for seafood. Light-bodied and pretty. As they say, relax! Drink: 2019 - 2022 649111 9.5% MD 750 mL $14.45 Score: 87/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Bend In The River Riesling 2018, Pfalz, Germany: A pretty, light-bodied, medium-sweet German Riesling with aromas of peaches and apricots. Perfect for seafood dishes. Drink: 2019 - 2022 501080 9.5% M 750 mL $12.00 Score: 87/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Charles Smith Vino Pinot Grigio 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A bright and crisp Pinot Grigio, easy to enjoy on its own or pair with grilled shellfish dishes. Dry, medium-bodied and clean with melon, fresh apple, soft citrus and nutty flavours on the palate. So good now. Prior to becoming a winemaker, Charles Smith spent nine years managing rock bands and concert tours throughout Europe. His time in Italy inspired his Vino wines, this Pinot Grigio rocks with ripe white peach and a zesty lemony finish. Pinot Grigio food pairings: cracked pepper grilled calamari, whitefish in lemon and white wine sauce, seafood linguini. Drink: 2020 - 2021 493205 12% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Maria Clifford Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A juicy, mouth-watering New Zealand white wine made from the classic Sauvignon Blanc grape grown in the Clifford Bay district of the Marlborough Region. Aromas of lemon, lime zest and dried herbs. Pair with seafood. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: spring salads, goat cheese galette, chicken burgers stuffed with jack cheese. Drink: 2020 - 2021 12631 12.9% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 94/100. June 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Schreckbichl Colterenzio Pinot Grigio 2018, Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: A mouth-watering and vibrant Pinot Grigio from the Südtirol - Alto Adige wine region in Italy. Right up from with lemon-lime zest, lemon-grass and fresh apple aromas on the nose and continued with a light spritz on the palate. Chill and enjoy with fresh-steamed shellfish. Pinot Grigio food pairings: breaded veal cutlets, salad, cheese, poultry, quiche. Drink: 2020 - 2021 293399 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Joseph Cattin Pinot Blanc 2018, Alsace A.C., France: A great value Pinot Blanc, rich on the nose with ripe pear, sweet ripe apple, citrus and white pepper spice flavours on the palate. Fresh and zesty, pair with seafood Alfredo dishes. Pinot Blanc food pairings: poached salmon, coquilles St. Jacques, smoked whitefish. Drink: 2020 - 2022 224642 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Giant Steps Chardonnay 2018, Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia: A nutty, creamy Chardonnay with lemon custard, anise, toasty spice and mineral flavours zesty and lingering on the palate. Enjoy now and for the next four years. Pair with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled white fish, pork brochette, roast chicken. Drink: 2020 - 2023 243154 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Catena Chardonnay 2018, Mendoza, Argentina: From renown producer, Catena, a dry, full-bodied and well-priced Argentinean Chardonnay with ripe pear, apple, soft tropical fruit, butter crust and apple pie spice flavours on the palate. Finishes creamy, long and vibrant. Pair with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: roasted stuffed chicken, seared scallops, pasta with primavera sauce, fish and chips. Drink: 2019 - 2020 918805 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. June 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hahn Family Wines Pinot Gris 2018, Monterey County, California, United States: A lovely, crisp Californian white wine made from the Pinot Gris grape. Aromas of lemon zest and Granny Smith apple. Great juicy acidity for seafood and shellfish. Pinot Gris food pairings: sautéed sole, grilled mahi mahi, grilled pork tenderloin. Drink: 2020 - 2022 14974 14.1% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Jean-Max Roger Winery Cuvée Les Caillottes Sancerre 2018, Loire A.C., France: A traditional Sancerre with smoky, fresh pear, asparagus, flinty mineral and chalky flavours on the palate. A fresh and minerality-driven style of Sancerre that almost tastes more like Chablis, with its fresh acidity and subtle fruit flavours. Sancerre food pairings: salads, grilled chicken, seafood. Drink: 2020 - 2024 65573 12.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Dachshund Wines Pinot Grigio 2017, Rheinhessen, Germany: A light-bodied German white wine made from the Pinot Grigio grape. Medium-sweet with aromas of ripe peach and pear. Pair with light seafood dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2021 539536 12.5% D 750 mL $13.00 Score: 87/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Dr. Loosen Loosen Up Riesling 2016, Rheinhessen, Germany: Love this medium-sweet German Riesling with lots of juicy, mouth-watering acidity. Perfect for seafood or as a chilled aperitif. Drink: 2017 - 2021 541110 8.5% M 750 mL $14.15 Score: 89/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Michel Gassier Château de Nages JT White 2015, Costières De Nîmes, Rhône A.C., France: A gorgeous Rhone white wine blend of 80% Roussanne and 20% Viognier grapes with richness and roundness and mouth-coating texture. Pair with butter chicken. Food pairings: grilled chicken with lemon and thyme, planked salmon, quiche. Drink: 2018 - 2020 485854 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. June 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Anne de Laweiss Collection Pinot Gris 2017, Alsace A.C., France: An elegant Alsatian Pinot Gris, fruity, zesty with soft orange, honeyed and spicy flavours on the palate. Enjoy with pan-fried halibut steaks. Pinot Gris food pairings: roast chicken, grilled mahi mahi, seared tuna steaks. Drink: 2020 - 2022 106831 12.6% M 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. June 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart