Argentina
La Posta Armando Bonarda 2022, Mendoza, Argentina: La Posta Armando 2022 is an excellent value Bonarda at $15. Produced by Laura Cantena, the wine is dry, medium-bodied, vibrant and silky with ripe blackberry, plum, dried florals, toasty spice and smoky flavours with a lingering spicy finish. Produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from a 50-year-old vineyard in the Guaymallén zone and about 750 metres above sea level. A portion of wine was aged in oak barrels for eight months prior to bottling. Drinking beautifully now. Bonarda food pairings: beef stew, barbecued chicken, turkey, duck breast. Drink: 2024 - 2026 261586 13% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zuccardi Serie A Torrontés 2023, Argentina: Zuccardi Serie A 2023 Torrontés is fresh and fragrant with delicate summer-kissed florals, soft citrus, lychee and ripe flavours zesty and long on the palate. Grapes are pressed directly into stainless-steel tanks with a short maceration and fermentation period to maintain the fragrant florals and fruit freshness in the wine. Chill and enjoy it now through 2025. Torrontés food pairings: turkey tournedos, coconut curry, pad Thai. Drink: 2024 - 2025 389262 13.9% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Fabre Montmayou Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Perdriel, Mendoza, Argentina: From Perdriel, Mendoza, Fabre Montmayou Reserva 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is vegan-friendly and great value at $20. Fresh with dark berry, black currant, minty and brambly flavours on the palate, tannins are fresh and polished. Perdriel is a stony terroir near the Mendoza river and is known as one of the best places to grow the Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hard cheeses, sausage cassoulet, roast turkey. Drink: 2024 - 2029 261891 14.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Australia
Hollick Stock Route Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2021, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia: From the Limestone Coast, South Australia, Hollick Stock Route 2021 is a great value Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz red wine blend at $18. Rich and generous on the palate with cassis, dark berry, nutty and vanilla flavours with well-integrated oak spice, it finishes with a mouthful of ripe dark fruits and framed by fine-grained, textured tannins. Easy to love now through 2031. Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz food pairings: gourmet burgers topped with blue cheese, sticky smoky ribs, tourtiere. Drink: 2024 - 2031 447003 14.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
McGuigan Wines Bin Series No. 9000 Semillon 2018, Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: Mcguigan Bin Series No. 9000 2018 is a zesty, mouth-filling Hunter Valley Semillon; dry, medium-bodied and lemon zesty with beeswax, honeyed quince, toasty, tasty and textured on the palate, it is deliciously mouth watering. First produced in 1995, this beautifully-crafted Semillon has won many awards through the years. Enjoy it chilled with seafood or grilled chicken dishes through 2030. Semillon food pairings: seafood Alfredo, pan-fried halibut with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, prawns from the grill. Drink: 2024 - 2030 444554 11% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Farmer's Leap Shiraz 2019, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: Farmer's Leap 2019 Shiraz is a juicy mouthful of ripe dark plum, black cherry, chocolate, cedar brush and dark spices dry, medium-plus-bodied and velvety on the palate. Excellent value on this Shiraz from Padthaway, South Australia at $21. Drink through 2030. Shiraz food pairings: black bean soup, lamb chops from the grill, lamb tagine. Drink: 2024 - 2030 30521 14.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Claymore Dark Side of The Moon Shiraz 2021, South Australia, Australia: Claymore Dark Side Of The Moon 2021 is a great value, cool-climate Clare Valley Shiraz at $20. Fragrant with dark berry fruit, toasty oak spice, nutty and cocoa flavours rich on the nose and plushy on the palate, the wine is drinking beautifully now through 2032. Tannins are rich and textured. Enjoy it with steaks from the grill. Shiraz food pairings: grilled New York striploin steak, roast leg of lamb, veal medallions in a rich wild mushroom sauce. Drink: 2024 - 2033 72652 14.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zonte's Footstep Chocolate Factory Shiraz 2020, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Zonte's Footstep Chocolate Factory 2020 Shiraz is a rich and intense vegan-friendly 100% Shiraz sourced from the cool-climate McLaren Vale and great value at $22. Fragrant with smoked meat, earthy violets, dark cherry and nutty aromas and flavours silky smooth on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and velvety. The wine was aged in both American and French oak barrels for one year. Excellent now or cellar to 2030. Shiraz food pairings: rosemary lamb, kangaroo tenderloin, roast pheasant. Drink: 2024 - 2034 396481 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zonte's Footstep 1st Off the Rank Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Zonte's Footstep 1St Off The Rank 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is vegan-friendly and floral on the nose with cassis, olive, toasty oak spice full and rich on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and firm. Enjoy it now through 2035 with ribs from the grill or a rich roast beef dinner. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef dinner, turkey, ribs and burgers. Drink: 2024 - 2035 33417 15% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 93/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Austria
Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner 2022, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: From the Kamptal D.A.C. Laurenz V. Friendly 2022 Grüner Veltliner is produced from sustainably-grown grapes and is indeed friendly. Look for soft citrus zest, pear, stone fruit and white pepper spice silky-smooth and zesty on the palate. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: pork chops from the grill, roast chicken, carpaccio, grilled asparagus. Drink: 2024 - 2025 66225 12.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Canada
Ruby Blues Winery Red Stiletto 2019, Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Bc, Canada Drink: 2020 - 2022 13% D 750 mL $25.00 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mission Hill Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: From the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, Mission Hill Reserve 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a lovely, fresh and medium-bodied SB with a great mouthfeel and mouthful of passionfruit, citrus and fine herb flavours juicy and silky on the palate. Chill and enjoy it anytime. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled salmon with herb butter, green salads with goat cheese, freshly steamed shrimp with salad. Drink: 2024 - 2025 57430 13% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Featherstone Black Sheep Riesling 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Riesling food pairings: scallop ceviche, white fish with mango salsa, salt and pepper shrimp skewers. Drink: 2024 - 2026 80234 10% M 750 mL $19.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Peller Rosé 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Peller Private Reserve 2022 rosé is a pretty and elegant, dry, medium-bodied rosé blend of 86% Pinot Noir, 10% Gamay Noir and 4% Pinot Meunier grapes which had several hours of skin contact to get that pretty-in-pink hue in the wine. Grapes were then pressed, cool fermented and aged in stainless-steel tanks and neutral oak barrels (90%/10%). Juicy on the nose and palate, dry, medium-bodied and fruit-driven with wild strawberries, Mirabella plum, cherry, white-fleshed stone fruit and sun kissed pink rose petal flavours so tangy and generous. Rosé food pairings: Feta, bruschetta, barbecued shrimp skewers, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2023 - 2025 28531 12% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Westcott Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2021, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Escarpment wine region, Westcott Estate 2021 Chardonnay is a medium-bodied, Burgundian-style Chardonnay aged in French oak barrels (30% new) for 11 months. Youthful and fragrant with fresh yellow apple, stone fruit, lemon curd and toasty, spicy flavours with nicely balanced acidity and eighty on the palate, chill and enjoy it with a Sunday night roast chicken dinner. Chardonnay food pairings: Asian dishes with black bean, steamed Mahi Mahi, pasta with tomato sauce, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2024 - 2026 424507 12.6% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Seventh Heaven Classic London Dry Gin, Quebec, Canada: This vibrant Canadian Dry Gin brings together seven different ingredients to create the final blend. Aromas of herbs, cedar, wild berries and citrus peel. This gin is smooth and easy-drinking on its own or in classic cocktails. Enjoy al fresco on the deck or dock with a platter of charcuterie. Classic London Dry Gin food pairings: cheese board. 30719 43% XD 750 mL $37.75 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Riverview La Gatta White Blend 2021, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada White Blend food pairings: pad Thai, mild green curry, grilled veggies. Drink: 2024 - 2025 38297 11% M 750 mL $17.15 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Casa-Dea Estates Winery Rosé 2021, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Prince Edward County, Casa-Dea 2021 is a great value Gamay rosé at $19. Refreshing and crisp with red berry fruit, strawberry and citrusy flavours that linger on the palate with a mineral kiss. Chill and enjoy it with prawns from the grill. Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken dishes, cedar planked salmon, charcuterie. Drink: 2024 - 2027 38296 11.8% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Henry of Pelham Sparkling Wine, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A crisp, zesty Ontario sparkling wine, made using the Charmat method, at an incredible price! Aromas of green and golden apple with freshly baked bread. Perfect for seafood or as an aperitif. Drink: 2024 - 2027 37965 11.5% M 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chile
Cono Sur Single Vineyard 8 Grapes 2019, El Encanto Estate, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: From El Encanto Estate, Aconcagua Valley wine region, Cono Sur 8 Grapes 2019 is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from a single vineyard. Beautifully and precisely crafted, the wine is a dry, full-bodied blend of 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Malbec, 16% Grenache, 16% Carignan, 6% Carmenère, 6% Petit Verdot, 5% Petite Syrah and 4% Mourvèdre. The wine is fresh with aromas of rose petals, bright cherry, blueberry, cocoa flavours and slatey stony notes balanced with bright acidity on the palate. Very approachable now, enjoy it with steaks and chops from the grill. Food pairings: veal cutlets, grilled chicken dishes, root vegetable casserole. Drink: 2023 - 2027 13977 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Produced by Eduardo Chadwick, Arboleda 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value Chilean Cab at $20. Grapes were sourced from Las Vertientes, mid-Coastal Mountain Range with cooling winds from the Pacific Ocean. Also from a cool vintage year and giving the wine fresh blackberry, herbal, red berry flavours matched with juicy acidity. Enjoy it through 2030 with red meats from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast turkey, smoked meats, burgers, ribs. Drink: 2024 - 2030 606764 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
France
Cave de Beblenheim Réserve Particulière Sylvaner 2021, Alsace A.C., France: Cave de Beblenheim Réserve Particulière 2021 Sylvaner is a bright and herbaceous, medium-bodied white wine from the Alsace wine region. Excellent value at $16 from this area and producer, the wine is almost viscous with apple, pear, fine herb and soft citrusy flavours fresh on the palate. Sylvaner is seeing a resurgence as a modern-style white wine. Enjoy this example chilled with a green garden salad. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2022 Concours International de Lyon. Sylvaner food pairings: edam and fontina cheeses, charcuterie platter, cucumber sandwiches, salads. Drink: 2024 - 2025 446443 13% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Saint-Roch Côtes du Roussillon Corbarol 2022, Côtes Du Roussillon, Roussillon A.P., France: Saint-Roch Corbarol 2022 is an Old Vines Grenache Blanc and Roussanne white wine blend. Dry, full-bodied and vibrant on the palate with orange blossom, melon, nutty, brioche and tropical fruit flavours, it is creamy and citrus zesty with a mineral finish. Love the rounded mouthfeel on this wine. Chill and enjoy with sushi or seacuterie. Food pairings: Asian chicken salad, butternut squash risotto, lemon herbed roast chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2026 175232 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Beau-Site 2018, Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux A.C., France: Produced by Héritiers Castéja, prop., from Saint-Estèphe in the Bordeaux, Château Beau-Site 2018 is a dry, full-bodied red wine blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc, spicy with blackberry, dark plum and anise spice flavours creamy on the palate. Tannins are structured and fine. A classic Saint-Estèphe with great acidity for food, enjoy it with roast beef dinner or cellar to 2035. Food pairings: rack of lamb, bacon wrapped filet mignon, roast pheasant. Drink: 2024 - 2030 647933 14.5% XD 750 mL $48.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Gérard Bertrand Gris Blanc Rosé 2023, Pays D'oc, Midi I.G.P., France: Gérard Bertrand 2023 is the magnum size (1500 ml) of this tasty Gris Blanc Rosé. Look for ripe plum, white-fleshed stone fruit, dried herbs and citrusy flavours fresh and creamy on the palate. Grapes were hand-harvested from the Pays D'oc, Midi wine region and this blushing wine is a Grenache Noir and Gris rosé blend. Chill and enjoy it with salads, grilled chicken breasts or creamy cheeses. Gris Blanc Rosé food pairings: grilled prawns, sous vide octopus, cobb salad. Drink: 2024 - 2026 451138 12.5% XD 1500 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pommery Brut Royal Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: From Pommery, Brut Royale is a toasty, vibrant non-vintage champagne, lip-smacking with bright apple, raspberry, dried strawberry, soft orange, citrusy and toasty flavours delivered on a persistent and playful mousse. Chill and enjoy with fish and chips. Produced with equal amounts of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir. Champagne food pairings: fish and chips, fried chicken, grilled seafood bites, oysters Rockefeller. Drink: 2022 - 2025 172056 12.5% D 750 mL $69.95 Score: 94/100. May 2024. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
J. Moreau & Fils Glorie de Chablis 2022, Burgundy A.C., France: From a well-known and trusted producer, J. Moreau & Fils, Glorie De Chablis 2022 is a mouth-watering Chardonnay with grapes sourced from vines growing in Kimmeridgean soils from the Upper Jurassic epoch, around 150 million years ago. Sub-soils are of gray marl streaked with limestone and fossils of Exogyra virgula, a small comma-shaped oyster. Fresh with aromas of bright green apple, pear, soft citrus and pineapple flavours with fine herbs, lemon-lime zest and briny mineral flavours fresh and finessed on the palate. Very nicely done! This wine saw elevage in stainless steel tank and rested on its lees for eight months giving the wine more structure, freshness and a creamy rounded feel on the palate. Chablis food pairings: lemon butter lobster, sautéed sea scallops, oyster poor boy sandwiches. Drink: 2024 - 2026 466144 12.5% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Laurent Miquel Solas Reserve Pinot Noir 2021, Pays D'oc, Languedoc I.G.P., France Pinot Noir food pairings: mushroom and leek risotto, lamb chops from the grill, duck confit. Drink: 2024 - 2028 21194 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château La Nerthe Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021, Rhône A.C., France: Château La Nerthe 2021 Châteauneuf-Du-Pape is a voluptuous and elegant Rhône red wine blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault crafted by one of the oldest producers in Chateauneuf-Du-Pape. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and opulent with cherry liqueur, black raspberry, dried herbs, cocoa and vanilla flavours creamy and polished on the palate with a long dark cherry finish. Tannins are elegant and fine. Drink through 2035. Château La Nerthe was established in 1561. Châteauneuf-Du-Pape food pairings: roast shoulder of lamb, pork tenderloin, prime rib. Drink: 2024 - 2035 735407 14% XD 750 mL $64.95 Score: 93/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ségla 2015, Margaux, Bordeaux A.C., France: From the Margaux, Bordeaux wine region, Ségla 2015 is the second wine of Château Rauzan-Ségla. Dry and medium-bodied the wine is produced from 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot with the balance in Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, the wine was matured in French oak barrels (25% new) and is fragrant with liquid blackberry, blueberry, baked cherry flavours savoury and silky on the palate with good acidity for food and a flinty mineral finish. Tannins are well-integrated. Enjoy it through 2035. Food pairings: pork tenderloin en croute, rack of lamb, veal medallions in a rich mushroom and red wine sauce. Drink: 2024 - 2035 359810 23.5% XD 750 mL $77.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Grand Médoc Haut-Médoc 2018, Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: From the Haut-Médoc, Château Grand Haut-Médoc Cru Bourgeois 2018 is a fragrant, rich and flavoursome Bordeaux red blend of about 60% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance in Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Look for cassis, black currant, savoury herbs and spicy notes on this elegant and excellent value cru bourgeois from the Bordeaux. Haut-Médoc food pairings: roast beef dinner, Coq au vin, boeuf bourgignon. Drink: 2024 - 2030 35374 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Brochet Réserve Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Val De Loire I.G.P., France: From the Val De Loire wine region, Brochet Reserve 2021 is a dry, medium-bodied and classic Sauvignon Blanc and great value at $20. Fresh and fragrant with ripe gooseberry, grassy and lemon-lime zest aromas and flavours, this 100% SB finishes long with bracing acidity on the palate. Chill and enjoy it through 2025. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads topped with warm goat cheese, pork and veggie kebabs from the grill,. Drink: 2024 - 2025 36034 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château de Cenac Prestige Malbec 2018, Cahors, Southwest A.C., France: From Vignobles Pelvillain, Château de Cenac Prestige 2018 Malbec is a deep, dark Cahors and excellent value at $22. Produced from sustainably grown grapes, the wine is full-bodied, smoky and spicy with ripe dark berry fruit, dark cherry, blueberry and savoury herb flavours dense and generous on the palate. Grapes were sourced from a vineyard that is part of a medieval 17-acre estate. Enjoy it with a rich and meaty game stew. Malbec food pairings: grilled game sausages, lamb ragu, gourmet burgers topped with blue cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2026 414532 13% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Laurent Miquel Solas Albariño 2022, Aude, Languedoc I.G.P., France: From Aude in the Languedoc wine region, Laurent Miquel Solas 2022 is a bone-dry and minerally Albariño sourced from vineyard plots grown 200 metres in the sunny Corbières. Look for ripe peach, soft citrus and lemon zest flavours with a briny mineral finish. Enjoy it chilled on its own or with seacuterie through 2025. Albariño food pairings: oyster pot pie, steamed periwinkles in black bean sauce, fish tacos. Drink: 2024 - 2025 36005 12.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Chablisienne Emotions Minérales Bourgogne Chardonnay 2022, Burgndy A.C., France: La Chablisienne Emotions Minerales 2022 Chardonnay is always a crowd pleaser and a great value Chablis at $23. Grapes were sourced from cool-climate Montmains, Burgundy, and this premier cru is dry, medium-bodied, crisp and buttery with bright green apple, pear drop and briny mineral flavours crisp and zesty on the finish. Chill and enjoy with pan-fried trout. Chardonnay food pairings: pan-fried trout, grilled chicken breasts, cheese fondue. Drink: 2024 - 2028 455147 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Marrenon Rosace Rosé 2023, Ventoux, Rhône A.C., France Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken breasts, veggies and dip, cold turkey sandwiches. Drink: 2024 - 2025 37726 13% XD 750 mL $15.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Laurent Perrachon et Fils Roche Bleue Juliénas 2021, Juliénas, Beaujolais A.C., France: Laurent Perrachon et Fils Roche Bleue 2021 is a fruity and supple Gamay from Juliénas. Zesty on the palate, look for blueberry, cold tea, chocolate and pepper spice flavours with a stony slatey finish. The wine was so named after the bluestone soils in this region. Food pairings: roast chicken, pepper steak, Salisbury steak. Drink: 2024 - 2028 487165 13.1% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paul Mas Le Rosé 2023, Pays D'oc, Languedoc I.G.P., France: Domaines Paul Mas crafts exceptional wines made from Rhône grape varieties. This example from the Languedoc, Le Rosé 2023, is steely, flinty and racy on the palate with tart cherry, raspberry and citrus zest flavours with a lingering mineral finish. Excellent value at $16 from this well known producer. Le Rosé food pairings: grilled vegetable dishes, pasta Primavera, seared tuna steaks. Drink: 2024 - 2026 37666 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
M de Minuty Rosé 2023, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: M de Minuty 2023 is a bright and zesty rosé blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah grapes specifically grown for rosé and are direct-press into tank. Fresh with red berry, fresh melon, citrus and typical herbs found in the Côtes De Provence wine region, this popular rosé is elegant with a long finish on a mineral note. Chill and enjoy it with a pasta Primavera. Rosé food pairings: salmon steaks from the grill, pasta Primavera, spring greens. Drink: 2024 - 2025 575316 12.6% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Remy Pannier Sancerre 2022, Loire A.P., France: Remy Pannier is an iconic name in Loire winemaking for over 130 years. This brilliant Sancerre (2022) is an example of this with spring florals, lemon zest, bright pear and melon flavours with a kiss of mint. Sancerre food pairings: mildly spiced grilled shrimp seafood alfredo, fish tacos. Drink: 2024 - 2027 597906 12.5% XD 750 mL $37.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Calvet Brut Crémant de Bordeaux Rosé 2021, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: From the Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux wine region, Calvet 2021 is a traditional method Crémant De Bordeaux rosé, bright and bubbly with pink florals, watermelon, sour cherry and citrusy notes fresh and lingering on the palate with a mineral kiss finish. Brut Crémant De Bordeaux Rosé food pairings: smoked salmon on baguette, salads, creamy cheeses, charcuterie platter. Drink: 2024 - 2026 624759 11.5% M 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Germany
Ruppertsberger Imperial Pinot Noir Trocken 2021, Pfalz, Germany Pinot Noir Trocken food pairings: grilled bavette steak, roast chicken, slow roasted lamb ribs. Drink: 2024 - 2028 33287 13% XD 750 mL $20.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Reh Kendermann Weinhaus Schiefer Steillage Riesling 2022, Mosel, Germany: From the Mosel wine region, Reh Kendermann Schiefer Steillage 2022 Riesling is great value at $21. Grapes were sourced from the blue-slatey soils of the cool-climate Mosel which are known to give minerally flavours to the wine. Look for mouth-filling and mouth-watering lime-lemon zest flavours, dried stone fruit, light petrol and mineral notes on this food-friendly Riesling produced by winemaker Frederike Gansert. Chill and enjoy it with smoked salmon on baguette, pan-fried trout or a traditional pork schnitzel. Riesling food pairings: grilled Korean style ribs, mild vegetable curries, pork roast and spaetzle. Drink: 2024 - 2027 37518 12.5% MS 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Greece
Lafazanis Geometria Agiorgitiko 2022, Neméa, Peloponnese P.G.I., Greece Agiorgitiko food pairings: roast pork, beef, spanakopita, slow-braised lamb shanks. Drink: 2024 - 2028 35726 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mega Spileo Malagousia 2022, Achaia, Peloponnese P.G.I., Greece: Mega Spileo 2022 Malagousia is great value at $20. Expressive and impressive with bright citrus, summer florals and dried herbs with just a kiss of spice to keep it interesting, it is a great expression of cool-climate Malagousia from the Peloponnese P.G.I. Malagousia food pairings: calamari, spanakopita, garlic hummus and veggies. Drink: 2024 - 2027 36837 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Italy
Mazzei Fonterutoli No. 10 2021, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy Food pairings: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, pork crown roast with all the trimmings, meaty lasagne. Drink: 2024 - 2028 574095 13.4% XD 750 mL $22.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tinazzi Feudo Croce Nyktós Aglianico 2022, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: From Tinazzi, Feudo Croce Nyktós 2022 is a great value 100% Aglianico at $16. Spicy on the nose, with black pepper and anise with pink rose petals, dark plum and bright cherry flavours savoury and supple on the palate. Very nicely balanced with food friendly acidity. Aglianico food pairings: braised beef brisket, pork sliders, mushroom ragù. Drink: 2024 - 2029 36485 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Fontanafredda Nebbiolo 2022, Langhe , Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: Fontanafredda 2022 Nebbiolo is produced from sustainably grown grapes from the Langhe wine region. Fragrant with bright cherry, wild roses, leather and spice, it is dry, medium-bodied and vibrant on the palate with cherry, dried herbs, orange zest and toasty oak spice flavours. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy it with a rich, meaty pasta and sun-dried tomato sauce. Nebbiolo food pairings: Pecorino, Manchego cheese, charcuterie, roast duck. Drink: 2024 - 2030 638312 13.3% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Banfi Aska 2020, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Banfi Aska 2020 is a dry, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc red wine blend produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the Bolgheri wine region in Tuscany. Lush and full-bodied with ripe dark fruits, earthy violets, chocolate and savoury herb flavours with a hint of pepper spice creamy and fresh on the palate, pour it with aged cheeses or red meats. Food pairings: wild mushroom ragu, hard cheeses, striploin steaks from the grill. Drink: 2024 - 2028 459644 14% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Poggio Il Castellare Brunello di Montalcino 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Poggio Il Castellare 2018 Brunello Di Montalcino is a rich Brunello with dark cherry, plum, blue florals and dark spices fragrant and full-bodied on the palate. Tannins are firm and pleasantly chewy. Good now, but will be better in 2025 as the tannins tame. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: roast duck, goose, sausage and venison ragu, mushroom risotto. Drink: 2025 - 2036 28450 14.5% XD 750 mL $50.95 Score: 94/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Firriato Chiaramonte Nero D'Avola 2020, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Firriato Chiaramonte 2020 Nero D'avola is a great value dry and medium-plus-bodied Sicilian red at $20. Look for ripe dark plum, cherry, hazelnut and chocolatey flavours spicy and creamy on the palate and framed with velvety tannins. Enjoy it with lamburgers from the grill. Nero D'avola food pairings: rich meaty tomato sauce and pasta, Bistecca Fiorentina, roast chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2027 121145 14.1% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Askos Cannonau di Sardegna 2021, Sardinia D.O.C., Italy Cannonau Di Sardegna food pairings: sausage cassoulet, tourtiere, lamb ragu, grilled red meats. Drink: 2024 - 2028 36810 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Baglietti No.1 Organic Rosé 2023, Italy Rosé food pairings: pork tenderloin, crudites, cobb salad. Drink: 2024 - 2025 32401 12% D 750 mL $15.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tenuta Luzzolini Madre Goccia 2022, Calabria I.G.T., Italy: From the Calabria wine region, Tenuta Luzzolini Madre Goccia 2022 is a dry, medium-bodied flavoursome mouthful. A blend of Chardonnay and Greco Bianco, it is fresh and crisp with tropical fruit, citrus zest, pineapple flavours with a hint of wet stone minerality on the finish. Very nicely done! Chill and enjoy it now with grilled seafood dishes. Food pairings: seafood chowder, butternut squash risotto, pan-fried pan fish. Drink: 2024 - 2027 36512 12.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Caparzo Brunello di Montalcino 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Caparzo 2018 Brunello Di Montalcino is produced from 100% Sangiovese sourced from vineyards located in the northern and southern Montalcino Appellation. Produced by proprietor Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini and winemaker Massimo Bracalente, the wine is fragrant with pink florals and ripe red berry aromas, with ripe raspberry, strawberry, dark chocolate, soft citrus zest flavours on the palate and framed by firm tannins. Nice now, better in 2025 to drink through 2038. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: roast beef, slow-roasted venison ribs in a red wine sauce, roast leg of boar. Drink: 2025 - 2038 579094 14% D 750 mL $59.95 Score: 94/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ferzo Abruzzo Pecorino Superiore 2022, Abruzzo D.O.P., Italy: From the Abruzzo wine region, Ferzo 2022 Pecorino Superiore is fragrant with lime zest, apple blossoms and is dry and light-bodied with tropical fruit, melon, grapefruit zest, fine herbs, fennel and minerally flavours savoury and vibrant on the palate with a flinty mineral finish. Chill and enjoy it with Pecorino cheese, also from Abruzzo. Pecorino has definitely become a grape of interest with its easy-to-love flavours and fresh, food-friendly versatility. Pecorino Superiore food pairings: seafood Alfredo, grilled herbed chicken breasts, bouillabaisse. Drink: 2024 - 2025 573683 12.9% D 750 mL $18.00 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Nals Margreid Hill Pinot Grigio 2022, Südtirol Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Nals Margreid Hill 2022 Pinot Grigio is fragrant with white florals, nutty and buttery with pear and citrus zest flavours creamy on the palate. Dry, medium-bodied and a perfect pairing to pasta Primavera or seafood Alfredo. Chill and enjoy it through 2025. Pinot Grigio food pairings: grilled garlic buttered zucchini, grilled radicchio and endives, sesame seed crusted seared tuna. Drink: 2024 - 2025 17365 13% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Scuola Grande Amarone della Valpolicella 2018, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Scuola Grande 2018 Amarone Della Valpolicella is a powerful Amarone from the Veneto wine region with ripe dark cherry, plum, savoury herbs, coffee and cocoa flavours warming, intense and long on the palate. Enjoy it with grilled red meats or hard cheeses through 2032. Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: meat lover's pizza, grilled game sausages, roast duck, goose. Drink: 2024 - 2030 36488 15.5% D 750 mL $42.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Gorghi Tondi Coste a Preola Grillo 2022, Sicily D.O.C., Italy Grillo food pairings: sardines from the grill, baked pompano in black bean sauce, salty hard cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2026 11670 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Botter Gran Passione Amarone della Valpolicella 2020, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Botter Gran Passione 2020 Amarone Della Valpolicella is a classic with its plum compote, dried fig, dark chocolate, savoury herb and subtle toasted oak spice flavours full, lush and long on the palate. Produced from a blend of Merlot and Corvina grapes (60%/40%), and the wine matured in Slovenian oak casks for three years. Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: slow-roasted beef ribs, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, veal cutlets in a rich mushroom sauce. Drink: 2024 - 2030 36487 15% D 750 mL $47.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Borgodangelo Taurasi 2016, Campania D.O.C.G., Italy: Borgodangelo Taurasi 2016 Aglianico is a rich mouthful of cherry liqueur, dark plum, crushed raspberry, sous bois, savoury herb and smoky toasty oak spice flavours with a long finish on the palate. Tannins are structured and fine-grained on this full-bodied and earthy Campania red. Drink or hold. Food pairings: meat lover's pizza, veal Parmigiano, vegetarian lasagne. Drink: 2024 - 2028 96792 14.5% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
New Zealand
Invivo Taylor's Rosé 2023, New Zealand: From Rob Cameron & Tim Lightbourne, Invivo Taylor's 2023 rosé is named after co-founder Tim Lightbourne's son and is its second vintage. Produced with equal parts Pinot Noir, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc grapes sourced from Marlborough, Hawke's Bay and Gisborne, it is dry, elegant and food-friendly, look for bright watermelon, pear, red berry and blueberry flavours zesty on the palate. Rosé food pairings: veggies and dip, grilled chicken dishes, ham and cheese sandwiches. Drink: 2024 - 2025 37486 12.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Jackson Estate Stich Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Jackson Estate Stich 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a great value, vegan-friendly SB at $20 produced from sustainably grown grapes from the Marlborough, South Island wine region. Fragrant with fresh-cut grass, gooseberry, herbal and tropical fruit notes on the nose and palate, it's dry, medium-bodied, super zesty and ready to enjoy now. Chill and enjoy it with salads topped with warm goat cheese. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pork tenderloin, grilled endives with vinaigrette, goat cheese on baguette. Drink: 2024 - 2025 963124 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sacred Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Sacred Hill 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is terrific! Fragrant and vibrant with creamy tropical fruits, subtly spiced and bright on the palate with just a hint of minerality on the finish. Excellent value too at $23. Chill and enjoy it through 2027. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: fresh green salads, goat cheese and a grilled asparagus galette, grilled veggies. Drink: 2024 - 2027 489112 13% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 94/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Portugal
Castello d'Alba White 2022, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: From Rui Roboredo Madeira, Castello D'alba 2022 is a great value 50% Rabigato, 30% Gouveio and 20% Viosinho from the Douro wine region. Produced from sustainably grown grapes, the wine is dry and showing lime zest, tropical fruits, grassy, coconut and stoney mineral flavours long and zesty on the palate. White food pairings: roast chicken, grilled prawns, pork tenderloin from the grill. Drink: 2024 - 2026 37725 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Quinta do Espírito Santo 2020, Vinho Regional Lisboa, Portugal: From Casa Santos Lima, Quinta do Espírito Santo 2020 is a vegan-friendly, full-bodied and vibrant red wine blend of Tinta Roriz and Castelão wine grapes. Excellent value at $16, the wine is fragrant with crushed red berry, dried fruits, mocha and spicy with a warm and long, silky finish. The wine was aged in a blend of Portuguese and American oak vats, and this vintage was awarded Grand Gold at the 2023 Citadelles du Vin. Food pairings: roast pork, burgers, ribs. Drink: 2024 - 2028 488015 15% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Carmim Terra Lenta Premium 2021, Alentejo D.O.C., Portugal: Produced by Carmim Reguengos, Terra Lenta 2021 is a classic Portuguese red wine blend of Alicante Bouschet, Trincadeira and Aragonez (Tempranillo) and is rich and full-bodied with dark plum, ripe cherry, dark spices and good acidity for gourmet burgers and ribs from the grill. Grapes were hand-harvested from a single vineyard in the Alentejo wine region. Drink or cellar to 2027. Food pairings: Mediterranean style roast chicken, roast duck, rabbit fricassee. Drink: 2024 - 2028 646083 13% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Quadrus Red 2017, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: Quadrus 2017 is a full-bodied Touriga Nacional with some Tinta Roriz and Sousão added to the mix. From a hot vintage, this is a voluptuous red with ripe blackberry, dark cherry, anise and sweet tobacco spice flavours generous and juicy on the palate. Enjoy with a meat-lover's pizza or cellar to 2028. Red food pairings: slow-braised smoked brisket, roast prime rib, venison stew. Drink: 2024 - 2028 440305 13.5% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Romania
Cotnari Frâncusa 2022, Cotnari Frâncusa, Moldavia D.O.C., Romania Food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, grilled shellfish. Drink: 2024 - 2026 445767 11.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
South Africa
Bruce Jack Chenin Blanc 2023, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Bruce Jack 2023 Chenin Blanc is a great value Western Cape 100% Chenin at $16. Produced from sustainably grown grapes, it is fresh on the nose with exotic florals, ripe peach, apricot and soft citrus flavours dry, medium-bodied and zesty on the palate. Chill and enjoy with grilled chicken dishes. Chenin Blanc food pairings: grilled chicken salad topped with mango and mandarin slices, grilled duck breast, crab cakes. Drink: 2024 - 2025 13356 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Steenberg Five Lives Red Blend 2020, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: From the Western Cape W.O., Steenberg Five Lives 2020 is a dry, full-bodied red wine blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec grapes with ripe blackberry, plum compote and spicy notes on the palate. Enjoy it with steaks from the grill. The Steenberg farm was established in 1682 and was the Cape's first farm. Food pairings: bison burgers, venison ragu, grilled game sausage. Drink: 2024 - 2028 33577 14.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Porcupine Ridge Rosé 2023, Swartland W.O., South Africa: Porcupine Ridge 2023 is produced from vegan-friendly and sustainably grown Cinsault and Syrah grapes and is a rosé produced in the saignée method. Bright, lively and flavoursome with fresh apple, red berry, watermelon and citrus zest flavours on the palate, it is a lovely easy-to-love rosé particularly at this price. Porcupine Ridge is a well-known and trusted South African producer. Rosé food pairings: turkey tournedos, pork tenderloin, lamb kebabs. Drink: 2024 - 2026 19552 12.4% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Spain
Muga Prado Enea Gran Reserva 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Muga's Prado Enea Gran Reserva 2015 is produced by Isaac Muga. From a great vintage, the wine is a juicy and concentrated red wine blend of mostly Tempranillo with 15% in Garnacha and 5% Mazuelo. The wine was aged in French and American oak barrels and is rich with aromas of ripe black fruit with baking spice and smoky vanilla notes creamy and supple on the palate. Built to age and very nice now, but will be better from 2028 on when it starts to show its very best. Drink through 2040. Food pairings: roast pheasant, roast quail stuffed with wild mushrooms and dried apricot, grilled duck breast. Drink: 2028 - 2039 743310 14.5% XD 750 mL $78.95 Score: 99/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Magus 6 Meses Crianza Tempranillo 2020, Ribera Del Guadiana D.O., Spain: From the Ribera Del Guadiana wine region, Magus 6 Meses Crianza 2020 Tempranillo is amazing value at $15. Fresh on the nose with ripe blackberry, black cherry and mulberry, the wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied with a spicy, fresh and silky finish. A great Wednesday wine to go with just about anything from the grill! Aged for 6 months (6 Meses) in neutral French and American oak barrels. Enjoy it with a charcuterie board and hard cheeses. Tempranillo food pairings: Porchetta, veal Porterhouse, mushroom ragu. Drink: 2024 - 2028 37767 14% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Finca Nueva Gran Reserva 2010, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From Miguel Angel de Gregorio, Finca Nueva Gran Reserva 2010 is a juicy 100% Tempranillo with jammy dark plum, dark berry fruit, smoky and spicy on the palate. The wine was aged for 24 months in French and American oak barrels and tannins have been tamed by some seven years in bottle. Enjoy it through 2025 with lamb kebabs from the grill. Food pairings: roast pork, venison stew, cheesy meaty pizza. Drink: 2024 - 2025 13625 14% XD 750 mL $40.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Izadi Reserva 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Izadi Reserva 2019 is a plushy, full-bodied Rioja Reserva produced from 100% Tempranillo, smoky and fresh with layers of ripe dark fruits, chocolate, cedar brush spice with a blackberry and truffley finish. Tannins are textured and fine-grained. Very refined and outstanding for the price. Grapes are sourced from an estate founded in 1987 located in Rioja Alavesa and close to the cool Atlantic Ocean giving extra freshness to the grapes and therefore wines. Drink or hold. Food pairings: hard cheeses, charcuterie of chorizo and Iberico ham, tapas. Drink: 2024 - 2030 461269 14% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Familia Valdelana Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Familia Valdelana Crianza 2019 is a brambly, vibrant, medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Mazuelo from the Rioja wine region. Concentrated with ripe raspberry, dark berry and plum on the palate, the wine finishes long with dusty-textured tannins. Drink through 2028. Crianza food pairings: roast boar, grilled game sausages, venison stew, bison burgers. Drink: 2024 - 2028 37629 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Fernando de Castilla Classic Dry Fino Sherry, Jerez D.O., Spain Fino Sherry food pairings: salted nuts, cheeses, smoked salmon, charcuterie, tapas, olive, Iberico ham, mushroom bisque. Drink: 2024 - 2027 18318 15% D 750 mL $25.95 May 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
United States
Raymond Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Napa Valley, California, United States: Raymond Reserve 2020 is a full-bodied, unfiltered red wine blend of 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot and 1% each of Malbec and Merlot with over 18 months ageing in barrel. Loaded with layers of blackberry, cassis, plums, anise, minty, espresso and smoky flavours meaty on the palate. Complex and expressive, enjoy this Napa Valley Cab with prime rib. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: steak, stew, bison, venison, boar. Drink: 2024 - 2032 715979 14.4% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Decoy Merlot 2021, California, United States: Decoy 2021 Merlot is a dry, medium-plus-bodied and richly layered 100% Merlot with grapes sourced from Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, Mendocino County, Russian River Valley and Los Carneros wine regions (37%/26%/16%/13%/8%). This vintage is lush and luxurious with ripe dark berry fruit, plum, cassis, baking spices, savoury herbs and mocha notes creamy on the palate with a long finish. So very good now! Merlot food pairings: borscht (beet soup), quesadillas, Tandoori-flavored dishes, lentil dishes.. Drink: 2023 - 2027 460642 13.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay 2021, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, California, United States: An opulent, buttery-rich Californian Chardonnay with aromas of toffee, golden apple and ripe peach. Full-bodied with a long, satisfying finish. This is California sunshine in a bottle! Chardonnay food pairings: turkey burgers, smoked king crab legs, chicken breast, cheese, pork loin topped with pineapple. Drink: 2024 - 2027 958975 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wine by Joe Chardonnay 2022, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Wine by Joe 2022 Chardonnay is produced by Joe Dobbes. An excellent value Willamette Valley Chard at $20, fragrant with lemon verbena, ripe peach, strawberry and rhubarb flavours with just a hint of mint and citrus pith on the finish. Very juicy and fresh, chill and enjoy it with a seafood chowder. Chardonnay food pairings: salads, corn on the cob, seafood risotto. Drink: 2024 - 2026 462978 13.8% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ponzi Laurelwood District Pinot Noir 2021, Chehalem Mountains, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Ponzi Laurelwood 2021 is produced from sustainably grown Pinot Noir grapes sourced from the Chehalem Mountains, Willamette Valley wine region in Oregon. Pale ruby in the glass, this PN is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with fresh cranberry, soft orange zest, sous bois and sweet dried tobacco spice flavours silky, concentrated and fresh on the palate with a long spicy finish. Very nicely done. Drink through 2034. Pinot Noir food pairings: rack of lamb, veal cutlets, roast duck. Drink: 2024 - 2034 36497 13.8% XD 750 mL $64.95 Score: 96/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay 2022, Napa Valley, California, United States: Cakebread Cellars 2022 is a top-tier, dry, full-bodied Napa Valley Chardonnay with barrel fermentation giving the wine its beautifully rounded mouthfeel. Look for fresh white floral aromas along with ripe apple, pear compote, lemon curd, vanilla, baking and toasty oak spice flavours lush and long on the palate. Enjoy it through 2030 with lemon-butter basted lobster tails from the grill. Cakebread released its first Chardonnay in 1973. Chardonnay food pairings: lobster tails in lemon butter, pork chops from the grill, spot prawn bisque. Drink: 2024 - 2030 709717 14.5% XD 750 mL $79.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Charles & Charles Double Trouble 2019, Washington, United States: Charles & Charles Double Trouble 2019 is a dry, full-bodied and fragrant red wine blend of 58% Syrah and 42% Cabernet Sauvignon produced from sustainably grown grapes. A great wine to pair with ribs or a slow-braised beef brisket with its smoky and rich blackberry, cassis, dark cherry, cracked pepper, savoury herb and cocoa powder flavours with a silky, long and spicy finish. Food pairings: beef brisket, gourmet burgers, ribs. Drink: 2024 - 2028 363838 13.9% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pickett Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Eisele Vineyard, Pickett 2019 is the second vintage of Eisele Vineyard's "third" label. Fresh with aromas of blackberry, blackcurrants, dark cherry, wild herbs and tapenade flavours savoury on the palate, the wine is medium-plus-bodied and supple to the finish. Enjoy it through 2031. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: sirloin tri-tip roast, veal Porterhouse, lamb chops from the grill. Drink: 2024 - 2030 548297 15.3% XD 750 mL $101.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Decoy Sauvignon Blanc 2022, California, United States: From the Duckhorn Portfolio, Decoy 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, lemon-lime zesty and flavoursome SB with fresh cut-grass, bell pepper, lemongrass and minerally flavours textured, zesty and satisfying on the palate. Says summer all over it! Grapes for this vintage were sourced from Sonoma County, Central Coast, San Joaquin County, Napa Valley, Yolo County, Alameda County and Lake County. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seafood chowder, seafood and veggie canapes, salads topped with warm goat cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2025 515122 13.5% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 90/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cline Cellars Contra Costa County Mourvèdre Rosé 2023, Contra Costa County, Central Coast, California, United States: From Contra Costa County, California, Cline 2023 Mourvèdre rosé is vegan-friendly and produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from three vineyards with deep, sandy soils and the day heat is moderated by the San Joaquin and Sacramento rivers giving the grapes and wine fresh acidity. Look for pretty pink florals with zesty strawberry, melon and citrusy flavours on the palate. Mourvèdre Rosé food pairings: shrimp kebabs from the grill, pork tenderloin edam and Fontina grilled cheese sandwiches. Drink: 2024 - 2026 37288 12% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. May 2024. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bonterra Estate Collection Chardonnay 2022, Mendocino County, California, United States: Bonterra Estate Collection 2022 Chardonnay is fresh and fragrant with ripe pear, apple, citrus zest and well-integrated oak spice flavours creamy and long on the palate. Chill and enjoy it through 2026. The Mendocino is remote and rugged and has been at the forefront of organic and biodynamic winemaking. Chardonnay food pairings: fresh steamed lobster and drawn garlic butter, seafood chowder, pan-fried halibut. Drink: 2024 - 2026 36751 13% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mer Soleil 30th Anniversary Reserve Chardonnay 2022, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, California, United States: A gorgeous, luxurious Californian Chardonnay with aromas of butterscotch, toffee, golden apple and peach. Full-bodied with a long finish. I first had this wine at the California Grill restaurant at Disney, and it is as magical now as that memory is to me. Pair with grilled or roasted chicken, smoked king crab legs, or pork loin topped with pineapple.
Chardonnay food pairings: turkey burgers, smoked king crab legs, chicken breast, cheese, pork loin topped with pineapple. Drink: 2024 - 2028 958975 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. May 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart