Wine Picks December 3, 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.

Red Wine

Barón de Ley Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2001, Rioja, Doc, Spain: This is a remarkable wine -- please save me some as I intend to get a couple of cases. Matures aromas of leather, cigar box, dried herbs and black plums. It's rare to get a mature wine like this on a release, snap it up but not too much. Drink: 2012 - 2022 642496 13% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 94/100. December 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut Cava, Penedes, Spain: A toasty and refreshing sparkling wine at an incredibly great price! Delicious aromas and flavours of ripe pears and baked bread. Creamy layers of flavour and zippy finish make this bubbly perfect for a cocktail party or dinner companion. 216945 12% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. December 2020. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart