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Vintages Release June 30, 2022

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Red Wine

Jim Barry Single Vineyard The Farm Cabernet Malbec 2018, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: From the Clare Valley wine region, Jim Barry The Farm 2018 is a single-vineyard Cabernet Malbec, dry, medium-bodied with bright blackberry, cassis, sweet dried tobacco leaf, mint and cocoa flavours on the palate with a lingering nutty finish. Cabernet Malbec food pairings: roast pork, grilled beef long ribs, roast turkey. Drink: 2022 - 2029 20881 13.9% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Adobe Road Winery Redline Racing Car Series Red Wine 2018, California, United States: From Adobe Road Winery, Redline 2018 is a dry, full-bodied, dark ruby red wine blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Syrah, 13% Zinfandel, 6% Petite Sirah and 1% Malbec. Fresh and rich on the nose with cassis, black cherry, cedar brush and baking spice flavours long and lush on the palate. Drink or hold. Red Wine food pairings: beef steaks from the grill, roast beef, venison strip loin. Drink: 2022 - 2028 24105 14.8% D 750 mL $74.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Pipeau 2018, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: Excellent value on this Grand Cru 1500 ml Bordeaux from Saint-Émilion. Château Pipeau 2018 is rich and savoury with earthy mushroom, dark berry and savoury herb aromas and flavours creamy on the palate and finishing long on a flinty mineral note. Tannins are grippy and the wine would benefit from some time in cellar, but showing great promise now. Try in 2025. Food pairings: rich stews, steak and kidney pie, lamburgers,. Drink: 2025 - 2028 195255 14% D 1500 mL $89.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pago Aylés Cuesta del Herrero 2020, Aylés, Aragón D.O.P., Spain: From Aylés, Aragón wine region, Pago Aylés Cuesta Del Herrero 2020 is an excellent value Pago red wine under $20, a blend of 50% Garnacha, 30% Tempranillo, with the balance in Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. A dry, youthful, fresh and concentrated Spanish red with layers of dark cherry, plum, red berry fruit, savoury and smooth on the palate. Food pairings: roast turkey, duck, rabbit stew, roast Cornish game hens. Drink: 2022 - 2026 25252 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famille Perrin L'Argnée Vieilles Vignes Gigondas 2019, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France: The Grenache and Syrah wines grapes for Famille Perrin L'argnée 2019 are sourced from vines over 100 years of age. A big wine, dry, full-bodied and concentrated with cherry compote, blueberry, earthy violets, wild herbs and cracked black pepper spice flavours with spot-on balanced acidity. Tannins are firm and fine. Treat yourself to several bottles of this wine as it will continue to evolve in bottle for several years. Drink in 2023 or hold for 15-plus years. Food pairings: roast leg of lamb, pork tenderloin, fricassee rabbit. Drink: 2023 - 2038 14985 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 94/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Numanthia 2016, Toro D.O., Spain: From Spain's Toro wine region, Numanthia 2016 is a smoky, sensuous and satisfying 100% Tempranillo velvety on the palate with layers of smoky cherry, red berry, wild herb, dried sweet tobacco leaf, black pepper, cinnamon, clove and cedar spice. Acidity is balanced and tannins are ripe and velvety on this lovely maturing Tempranillo. Numanthia is located in the Toro wine region of Spain. Its four vineyards are located along the south bank of the Duero River. The wine is so named for a Spanish city that was destroyed (after 20 years of resistance) by the Roman legions. Good now, better in 2023 or hold in cellar for five-plus years. Food pairings: Porchetta, roast turkey, meat pies, rich bean soups. Drink: 2023 - 2030 260927 14.5% XD 750 mL $74.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fabio Oberto Barolo 2015, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Fabio Oberto 2015 Barolo is great value under $38. From La Collina di Dioniso in the Piedmont wine region, this is a lovely, elegant and vibrant Nebbiolo with subtle dark cherry, dark berry, nutty and mocha flavours on the palate. Easy to enjoy now but better in 2023, or hold in cellar for five-plus years. Barolo food pairings: pork tenderloin en croute, bison burgers, rabbit stew. Drink: 2023 - 2030 25587 14.5% XD 750 mL $37.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Serafino GSM 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From the McLaren Vale wine region in South Australia, Serafino 2019 GSM is produced from a juicy, vibrant blend of 83% Grenache, 14% Syrah and 3% Mataro. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and lifted on the palate with bright plum, cherry, red berry with great acidity for food. Tannins are silky. Drink or hold. Food pairings: roast pork, strip loin steaks from the grill, meat pies. Drink: 2022 - 2028 23786 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Duckhorn Greenwing Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Columbia Valley, United States: Duckhorn Greenwing 2019 is a fresh Cabernet Sauvignon made from grapes sourced from the Columbia Valley, Washington and complements Duckhorn's Canvasback brand. Look for black currant, black cherry, dark plums and dark chocolate aromas on the nose; dry, medium-plus-bodied and mouth-coating with fresh black currant, black plum, cherry, anise spice flavours finishing with a stony minerality. Tannins are medium and acidity is medium-plus. Nice now with a juicy steak from the grill, but it will continue to evolve in bottle. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: veal Porterhouse, roast duck, rib steak, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2026 15846 14.2% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pietradolce Etna Rosso 2019, Etna, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: From the Sicily wine region, Pietradolce 2019 is a dry, medium-bodied 100% Nerello Mascalese sourced from an organic vineyard on the northern slopes of Mt. Etna. Very approachable now, look for rich red cherry, dried red berry fruit, sweet dried tobacco leaf and smoky flavours nicely balanced with fresh acidity on the palate and fine tannins. Pour with steaks and burgers from the grill. Etna Rosso food pairings: lamb kebabs, roast turkey, bison burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2025 538165 14% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Monteci Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2015, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Monteci 2015 Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico is a juicy, deep, dark and rich Amarone with cassis, black cherry compote, dark spices and savoury herb flavours finishing long and velvety on the palate. Enjoy with braised beef ribs. Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: beef bourguignon, roast shoulder of lamb, roast of veal stuffed with dried apricots and cherries. Drink: 2022 - 2030 25672 15.5% D 750 mL $54.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cono Sur El Triángulo Estate 20 Barrels Limited Edition Pinot Noir 2019, Casablanca Valley, Chile: From Chile, Cono Sur El Triángulo Estate 20 Barrels 2019 Pinot Noir is a limited edition PN produced from sustainably grown grapes. Most of the grapes were sourced from the Casablanca Valley with 15% from San Antonio. Dry, juicy and robust with dark cherry, raspberry and red berry fruit, spicy and zesty on the palate. Tannins are pleasantly grippy. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: mushroom dishes, planked salmon, roast chicken, basil pesto. Drink: 2022 - 2026 957836 14% XD 750 mL $34.30 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Buon Tempo Brunello di Montalcino 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Buon Tempo 2016 Brunello Di Montalcino is a rich and silky Sangiovese, dry, medium-bodied with bright acidity and flavours of ripe red cherry, pink florals, sweet red berry, hazelnut, earthy fresh mushrooms, chocolate and flinty mineral notes. Elegant with fine-grained tannins and a long finish. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: rich, meaty lasagna, meat lover's pizza, venison stew. Drink: 2023 - 2031 467928 14.5% XD 750 mL $62.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tapada de Villar Reserva Red 2016, Alentejo D.O.C., Portugal: From the Alentejo wine region in Portugal, Tapada De Villar Reserva 2016 is an earthy and vibrant 50% Alicante Bouschet, 30% Touriga Nacional and 20% Syrah red wine blend with cassis, dark cherry, earthy mushroom, sous bois, mocha and baking spice flavours long and lush on the palate. Has great acidity for food, pour with a Porchetta roast. Red food pairings: venison filet mignon, skirt steak from the grill, roast rabbit, pheasant. Drink: 2022 - 2028 25256 14.5% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Torres Mas La Plana Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Penedès D.O., Spain: Torres Mas La Plana 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is dry, medium-plus-bodied with rich blackberry, spiced plum, dark cherry, cedar spice, mocha, dried sweet tobacco leaf and wild herb flavours finishing with a kiss of vanilla. Acidity is in balance and tannins are firm and fine-grained. If enjoying tonight, decant the wine for one hour prior to pouring it with a juicy T-Bone steak, or try it in 2023. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled tenderloin, roast rack of lamb, Porterhouse veal chops. Drink: 2023 - 2030 129676 14% XD 750 mL $69.95 Score: 95/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rex Hill Pinot Noir 2018, Willamette Valley, United States: I just love this Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley, Oregon. From A to Z Wineworks, Rex Hill 2018 PN is sleek and smooth with vibrant cherry, crushed raspberry, cold black tea and spicy, smoky flavours on the palate. So good now to enjoy with lamb chops from the grill and mint jelly. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal medallions in a rich mushroom and red wine sauce, duck confit, roast turkey. Drink: 2022 - 2028 275735 14% XD 750 mL $45.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sportoletti Villa Fidelia 2016, Umbria I.G.T., Italy: From the Umbria wine region, Sportoletti Villa Fidelia 2016 is a dry and robust red wine blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, earthy, spicy and vibrant with dark cherry, currants, anise and citrusy, flinty mineral flavours brilliant on the palate. Tannins are firm. If having tonight, decant the wine for two hours prior to pouring it with a venison stew, or grilled game sausages, or try it in 2023. Food pairings: beef bourguignon, lamb stew, veal stuffed Portobello mushrooms. Drink: 2022 - 2026 921338 13% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marietta Cellars Angeli Zinfandel 2019, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Marietta Angeli 2019 Zinfandel is produced from estate grown grapes and is a dry, elegant and medium-bodied Zin perfumed with wild berry, white pepper, dried sweet tobacco leaf, dried fine herbs, anise and pepper spice flavours intense and long on the palate. Lots of food-friendly acidity on this Sonoma County Zin. Pour with burgers and ribs from the grill. Zinfandel food pairings: burgers, ribs, tourtiere, Sante Fe black bean burgers. Drink: 2022 - 2026 24110 14.8% D 750 mL $54.95 Score: 94/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Paitin Ca Veja Nebbiolo D'alba 2017, Ca Veja , Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: From Ca Veja, Piedmont wine region, Paitin 2017 is an estate-bottled Nebbiolo D'alba, elegant and juicy with pink florals, cassis, orange zest, iron flavours lifted and silky on the palate. Drink or hold. Nebbiolo D'alba food pairings: veal cutlets, mushroom and wild leek risotto, veal parmesan. Drink: 2022 - 2025 768267 14% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Barbanera Celebration Promessa Primitivo 2020, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: From the Puglia wine region, Barbanera Celebration Promessa 2020 Primitivo is smoky and lushly layered with red berry, dark plum, cherry, baking spice and smoky vanilla flavours velvety and fresh on the palate. Pour with a slow-braised beef brisket or bison burgers from the grill. Primitivo food pairings: beef curry, smoked and braised meats, empanadas. Drink: 2022 - 2026 25589 14.5% M 750 mL $25.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hartford Court Land's Edge Vineyards Pinot Noir 2018, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States: Hartford Court Land's Edge Vineyards 2018 Pinot Noir is fresh and full-bodied with ripe black cherry, crushed black raspberry, cranberry, earthy violets, dried sweet tobacco leaf, pepper spice and baking spice flavours with a orange zesty finish. Enticing and elegant on the palate. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled tuna with a pepper crust, grilled porkchops, lamb kabobs, venison burgers, roast veal. Drink: 2022 - 2025 919712 14% D 750 mL $69.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Icardi Fossati Barolo 2016, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, Icardi Fossati 2016 Barolo is an elegant pale garnet red in the glass and is perfumed with pink florals, potpourri, dried herbs, iodine and tar notes intense on the palate. Pale in colour only, this is a dry, mouth-watering, lean and intense 100% Nebbiolo with Velcro tannins. Drink or hold. Barolo food pairings: veal stew with porcini mushrooms, rack of lamb, venison striploin. Drink: 2022 - 2029 25673 14.5% XD 750 mL $57.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tahbilk Old Vines Cabernet Shiraz 2017, Nagambie Lakes, Victoria, Australia: Tahbilk 2017 is produced from equal amounts of Old Vines Cabernet and Shiraz wine grapes. Dry, vibrant and harmonious with spiced dark plum, cherry, cinnamon, anise and herbal flavours savoury and vibrant on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Drink now or cellar for 10-plus years. Cabernet Shiraz food pairings: veal Porterhouse, roast goose, rib steak. Drink: 2022 - 2030 407502 13.5% XD 750 mL $39.00 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tua Rita Rosso dei Notri 2019, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Tua Rita Rosso Dei Notri 2019 is a great value Syrah and Merlot red wine blend, fragrant with ripe dark cherry, spiced plum, bramble leaf, ripe red berries and vanilla flavours creamy on the palate. Really nice now and from an exceptional vintage. Tannins are velvety. Drink or hold. Food pairings: pork roast, veal Porterhouse, grilled root vegetables. Drink: 2022 - 2025 25678 14.5% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Donnafugata Dolce & Gabbana Rosa Rosé 2021, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: From Donnafugata, Dolce & Gabbana Rosa 2021 is a pretty rosé with aromas of exotic florals, rose petals and juicy red berry fruit. The wine is dry, fresh and juicy with bright red berry, strawberry, ripe stone fruit, citrus zest and briny mineral notes on the palate. Chill and enjoy with charcuterie or seafood canapes. Rosé food pairings: charcuterie, creamy cheeses, pasta Primavera, seafood canapes. Drink: 2022 - 2023 25860 12.7% D 750 mL $47.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Armand de Brignac Ace of Spades Rosé Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Armand de Brignac Ace Of Spades is a dry, vibrant and complex rosé Champagne produced from 50% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meunier and 10% Chardonnay sourced from 2013, 2014 and 2015 cuvees, with a portion of the Pinot Noir sourced from old vines around the village of Ludes. Vibrant, youthful with great energy, harmonious with fresh red berry fruit, red apple, citrus, brioche, nutty and smoky flavours on a fine-bubbled, long and luxurious mousse. Drink or hold. Rosé Champagne food pairings: ham steak, fresh-steamed lobster, grilled shrimp, seafood canapes, brunch dishes, creamy cheeses, celebrations. Drink: 2022 - 2026 310441 12.5% D 750 mL $499.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Reif Estate Winery The Sun Skin-Fermented Vidal Orange Wine 2019, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Reif Estate Winery in Ontario, The Sun 2019 Vidal is a skin-fermented orange wine produced from Vidal grapes, skin-fermented with an additional 36 days of maceration on the grape skins. Nicely complex with layers of honeyed apple, ripe peach, rooibos tea and zesty citrus flavours vibrant on the palate. Chill and enjoy with roast duck. Vidal Orange Wine food pairings: mild vegetable curries, salads with mango vinaigrette, sauteed pork tenderloin. Drink: 2021 - 2023 626036 11.7% M 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Valdemar Finca Alto Cantabria Single Vineyard Viura 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Bodegas Valdemar Finca Alto Cantabria 2019 Viura is produced from grapes sourced from a single vineyard planted in 1975. The grapes were fermented in new French oak barrels and the wine is medium-bodied, concentrated and creamy with spring florals, citrusy and nutty flavours on the palate. Give the wine some time to come together and to begin to show its best! Try in 2024 or hold in cellar for 15-plus years. Viura food pairings: grilled chicken, fresh steamed and chilled shellfish dishes, spring salads topped with mild hard cheese like Edam and Fontina. Drink: 2024 - 2038 25530 13% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Closson Chase K.J. Watson Vineyard Pinot Gris 2021, Four Mile Creek, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Four Mile Creek, Niagara-On-The-Lake wine region, Closson Chase K.J. Watson Vineyard 2021 Pinot Gris is a mouth-watering PG produced by winemaker, Keith Tyers. Look for ripe pear, apple, tropical fruit, citrus peel and briny mineral flavours intense and brilliant on the palate. Chill and enjoy with a pork tenderloin en croute or grilled seafood dishes. Pinot Gris food pairings: roast chicken, pan fried haddock fillets, pasta with cream sauce, salads. Drink: 2022 - 2024 469445 12.3% XD 750 mL $24.00 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Astrolabe Wines Taihoa Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From the Marlborough, South Island wine region, Astrolabe Wines Taihoa Vineyard 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is a vegan-friendly SB produced from sustainably grown grapes. So fresh and pure of fruit, intense with layers of ripe tropical fruit, sliced pear, fine herbs, finishing on a briny mineral note, leesy and long on the palate. So well made and delicious. Chill and enjoy on its own or with grilled seafood dishes. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: veal cutlets, grilled chicken breasts, pan-fried panfish. Drink: 2022 - 2024 22875 12.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 94/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

André Blanck et ses Fils Gewurztraminer 2020, Altenbourg , Alsace A.C., France: From Altenbourg, Alsace wine region, André Blanck et ses Fils 2020 Gewurztraminer is produced from grapes sourced from vines that are 15-to-30 years of age. This parcel is near the Grand Cru of Furstentum, northwest of Colmar. Fragrant with soft citrus, rose petal, ripe peach aromas, juicy and vibrant with ripe stone fruit, lemon and grapefruit zest, lychee fruit, pepper and ginger spice flavours zesty on the palate. Chill and enjoy with mildly spiced Korean or Indian fare. Drink or hold. Gewurztraminer food pairings: grilled pork tenderloin with applesauce, grilled chicken breasts with chutney, mild curries. Drink: 2022 - 2024 168906 13.5% M 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Aveta Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Aveta 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is fresh and zesty with white florals, stone fruit and fresh melon aromas on the nose. This SB is dry, medium-bodied and layered with ripe melon, stone fruit, fine herb, lemon zest, grassy and flinty mineral flavours that linger on the palate. Brilliant acidity for food, enjoy with salads and brunch dishes like smoked salmon Bennies. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: shellfish, chicken and sage skewers, fresh tomato and basil salad, pan-fried freshwater fish. Drink: 2022 - 2024 472365 13.5% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Catena Alta Chardonnay 2019, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Mendoza wine region, Catena Alta 2019 Chardonnay is dry and fruity with ripe apple, stone fruit, citrus zest and flinty mineral flavours plushy, long and vibrant on the palate. Most of the grapes were sourced from vineyards planted in 1992 in the Gualtallary with the balance from Uco Valley's Villa Bastías, at the foothills of the Andes and 1100 metres above sea level. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, juicy pork chops from the grill, pan-fried halibut steaks in lemon butter. Drink: 2022 - 2025 139964 14% XD 750 mL $40.00 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuissé 2020, Burgundy A.C., France: Louis Jadot 2020 Pouilly-Fuissé is a classic Burgundian Chardonnay, vibrant, crisp and fresh with green apple crunch, citrus zest and briny mineral flavours matched with brilliant acidity. Pour with roast chicken or rich seafood dishes. Drink or hold. Pouilly-Fuissé food pairings: grilled chicken, lobster dishes, egg dishes, quiches. Drink: 2022 - 2025 732917 13% XD 750 mL $46.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casa Silva Lago Ranco Viñedo de Futrono Riesling 2019, Austral, Patagonia, Chile: From Austral, Patagonia, Casa Silva Lago Ranco 2019 Riesling is produced from sustainably grown grapes from vines planted in 2012 in volcanic soils. Love the fact that the wine is only 11.5% abv. Floral on the nose with sun-kissed summer white florals, lime zest, light petrol and flinty flavours on the palate, brilliant with mouth-watering acidity and a length that goes on forever. Drink or hold. Riesling food pairings: grilled pork tenderloin, smoked salmon on baguette, fleischsalat. Drink: 2022 - 2026 23428 11.5% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Paul Hobbs Winery Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2019, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Paul Hobbs 2019 Chardonnay is a full-bodied Russian River Valley Chard, a lovely light gold in the glass with a nose of honeyed apple, citrus peel, white spring florals and baked goods finishing with a flinty minerality. Well-rounded, rich and racy on the palate, an elegant Sonoma County, California Chard with great finesse. Chardonnay food pairings: lobster in butter sauce, breads, cheese, poultry, quiches. Drink: 2022 - 2025 119073 14.1% XD 750 mL $85.95 Score: 95/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bachelder Warren Saunders 100 Chardonnay 2019, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Bachelder Warren Saunders 100 2019 Chardonnay is dry, medium-bodied and produced from organically-grown grapes. The wine was so named to honour the 100th birthday of owner, Warren Saunders. Fragrant with apple dumpling, ripe stone fruit, hazelnut and lemon curd aromas, clean, crisp and ending on a mineral note, fresh and balanced with natural acidity and harmonious in every way. Chill and enjoy with turkey dinner. Drink or hold. Chardonnay food pairings: seared scallop, grilled seafood, roasted stuffed chicken. Drink: 2022 - 2027 324103 12.5% D 750 mL $47.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Viña Aquitania Sol de Sol Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Traiguén, Malleco Valley, Chile: Viña Aquitania Sol De Sol 2019 Sauvignon Blanc was the last variety to be planted in Aquitania's 11-year old vineyard in Traiguén, Southern Chile. From a cool vintage, but generous with tropical fruit, apple, pear, lemon-lime zest, fine herbs and mineral flavours matched with brilliant acidity on the palate. Chill and enjoy with halibut steaks sauteed in lemon butter. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads topped with warm herbed goat cheese, herbed quiches, vegetable flatbreads. Drink: 2022 - 2023 24251 13% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

A To Z Wineworks Pinot Gris 2021, United States: A to Z 2021 Pinot Gris is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from several vineyards across the state. Fragrant with white florals, ripe yellow apple, pear, fine herbs and Meyer lemon aromas mirrored on the palate, the wine is creamy and finishes with a kiss of coconut and balanced with refreshing acidity. Chill and enjoy with a pasta Primavera. A to Z was started by Deb Hatcher (Eyrie), Bill Hatcher (Domaine Drouhin Oregon), Sam Tannahill (Archery Summit) and Cheryl Francis (Chehalem). Pinot Gris food pairings: pan-seared buttered scallops, grilled tiger shrimp, chicken skewers with lime citrus sauce. Drink: 2022 - 2023 258145 13.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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