Dessert Wine
Burmester 10-Year-Old Tawny Port, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Perfect dessert port offering aromas of smoky toffee and toasted nuts. This fortified Portuguese dessert wine offers a toffee richness on the nose and palate with a great spicy zing on the finish. Rich dessert wine for toasted nuts and hard cheeses. Good balance of acidity and luxurious layers of flavour. Highly recommended. Food pairings: nuts, aged and smoked cheeses, blue cheeses. Drink: 2024 - 2030 223958 20% S 750 mL $29.95 Score: 96/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine 2016, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeously rich Cabernet icewine from Niagara! Aromas of ripe berries and cherries. Pair with raspberry crumble. Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine food pairings: raspberry and dark chocolate torte, roasted nuts, berry desserts with sweetened whipping cream. Drink: 2020 - 2026 635086 11.5% S 375 mL $79.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lakeview Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, V.Q.A., Canada: Lakeview Cellars 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine is a sweet, medium-bodied, vibrant dessert wine (198 g/l residual sugar) with dark cherry, ripe red berry jam and spiced plum flavours on the palate. Pour with dark chocolate desserts and fresh berry cups or lightly chill and enjoy as dessert. Cabernet Sauvignon Icewine food pairings: cherry pie, berry fruit cup, dark chocolate studded with dried cherries. Drink: 2024 - 2027 471813 12.4% S 200 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Vidal Icewine 2016, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely Niagara icewine with aromas of peach and pear preserves. Match with fruit cobbler. Vidal Icewine food pairings: fruit flan, custard desserts, chocolate-covered almonds. Drink: 2019 - 2026 443820 12% S 375 mL $36.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Cold Climate Vidal Icewine KP 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous dessert elixir made from Vidal grapes. Peach, honey and apricot perfume the nose. Low in alcohol yet high in taste. This wine is kosher, mevushal and vegan-friendly. Perfect for after-dinner or with cheese. Cold Climate Vidal Icewine Kp food pairings: fruit flan, custard desserts, chocolate-covered almonds. Drink: 2024 - 2028 443820 11.5% S 375 mL $36.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Cabernet Franc Red Icewine 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Such a lovely icewine made from Cabernet Franc grapes. Aromas of ripe blackberries. This wine is kosher, mevushal and vegan-friendly. Pair with hard cheeses. Cabernet Franc Red Icewine food pairings: raspberry and dark chocolate torte, roasted nuts, berry desserts with sweetened whipping cream. Drink: 2024 - 2028 11% S 375 mL $63.00 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Quintinye Royal Extra Dry Vermouth, France: La Quintinye Royal Extra Dry white vermouth is produced from 60% Colombard and 20% each Gros manseng and Ugni Blanc grapes. fragrant with raisined fruit, peach, melon and tropical fruit notes and flavours, this savoury vermouth finishes with spring rain and a wet slate minerality tart and tasty on the palate. Chill and enjoy it over ice as an aperitif or with salted nuts. Extra Dry Vermouth food pairings: cocktails, roasted nuts, blue cheeses, fresh fruit. Drink: 2024 - 2026 39048 17% M 750 mL $30.95 Score: 96/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Fonseca Guimaraens Vintage Port 2008, Douro, Portugal: From the Douro wine region, Fonseca Guimaraens vintage 2008 port is the perfect size (375 ml) for an after dinner treat with blue-veined cheeses and chocolate covered cherries. Yum! Produced from equal amounts of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz, look for dark berry, dark cherry, savoury herb and baking spice flavours on this vibrant port with food-friendly acidity to cut through the richest of cheeses. Vintage Port food pairings: dark chocolate, blue-veined cheeses, foie gras. Drink: 2028 - 2040 38390 20% S 375 mL $45.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Terre Dora di Paolo Il Principio Aglianico 2017, Irpinia, Campania D.O.C., Italy: From the Campania wine region, Terre Dora Di Paolo Il Principio 2017 Aglianico is fragrant with potpourri, strawberry fruit leather, dried mushroom and baking spice flavours smoky and savoury on the palate. Tannins are firm and structured. If having tonight, decant it for an hour or two and enjoy with steaks and gourmet burgers from the grill. Drink through 2027. Aglianico food pairings: venison ragu, roast chicken, charcuterie, hard cheeses. Drink: 2024 - 2027 36727 13% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
HER Shiraz 2022, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Her 2022 Shiraz is a fresh and fragrant plummy Shiraz with a mouthful of red berry, cherry, dark plum, cracked black pepper spice flavours earthy and savoury on the palate. Very nice now with lamb chops from the grill. An excellent value Western Cape Shiraz at $15. Shiraz food pairings: grilled chicken breasts, turkey medallions with cherry, cranberry coulis, roast quail stuffed with wild mushrooms. Drink: 2024 - 2026 24247 14.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
J. Lohr Pure Paso Proprietary Red 2021, Paso Robles, California, United States: J. Lohr Pure Paso 2021 is produced from sustainably grown Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah grapes from the Paso Robles wine region. Dry, full-bodied, powerful and rich with blackberry compote, red berry, smoky and pepper spicy flavours on the palate, tannins are firm and structured on this beautiful California red. Enjoy it with a grilled tri-tip seasoned roast along with stewed pinquito beans for a classic coastal California feast. Proprietary Red food pairings: game burgers, grilled beef long ribs, pork chops, roast beef, roast chicken, leg of lamb, duck. Drink: 2024 - 2029 15652 14% D 750 mL $42.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Banfi Fonte alla Selva Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Banfi Fonte Alla Selva Gran Selesione 2019 Chianti Classico is produced from sustainably grown Sangiovese grapes and is enticing on the nose with ripe dark cherry, chocolate, earthy mushrooms and baking spice flavours full-bodied and vibrant on the palate. Tannins are firm and pleasantly chewy, so give the wine a bit of time to mellow and marry. Try it in 2026. Chianti Classico food pairings: meat lover's pizza, meaty lasagne, spaghetti and meatballs. Drink: 2025 - 2030 515502 14% XD 750 mL $37.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente VII Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente Vii 2020 Chianti Classico is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Tuscany wine region. Dry, medium-bodied with loads of juicy dark cherry, ripe strawberry, toasted nut, baking spice flavours with a citrus zest twist, tannins are fine-grained and easy to manage on this vibrant and creamy 100% Sangiovese. So delicious now, enjoy it with a spicy meat-lover's pizza through 2029. Chianti Classico food pairings: breaded veal cutlets, roast beef, cheesy pizza. Drink: 2024 - 2029 421388 14% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tselepos Driopi Reserve Neméa 2020, Neméa P.D.O., Greece: From the Neméa P.D.O., Tselepos Driopi Reserve 2020 is produced from 100% Agiorgitiko and was matured for 12 months in French oak barrels (70% new). Fresh and fragrant with lively red berry fruit, minty and fine herb aromas and flavours on the palate, tannins are rich and creamy on this Neméa Reserve. Enjoy it through 2028 with an equally juicy brisket of beef. Food pairings: souvlaki, roast chicken, pork tenderloin from the grill. Drink: 2024 - 2028 491886 14% XD 750 mL $33.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Antinori Pian delle Vigne Rosso di Montalcino 2022, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Antinori's Pian delle Vigne 2022 Rosso di Montalcino is pure silk on the palate with sour cherry, herbal and orange zest flavours vibrant and polished on the palate. Produced from 100% Sangiovese, enjoy this Tuscan beauty through 2028. Rosso Di Montalcino food pairings: Italian beef ragu, penne pasta with a rich meaty tomato sauce, pan-fried veal liver with onions and bacon. Drink: 2024 - 2028 467787 13.5% XD 750 mL $40.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lagar de Codegua Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Alto Cachapoal, Cachapoal Valley, Chile: From Alto Cachapoal, Lagar de Codegua Reserva 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is fragrant with black currant, ripe red berry, wild herbs, mint and spicy flavours, dry, full-bodied and concentrated on the palate. Tannins are youthful and pleasantly chewy and there is an abundance of food-friendly, fresh acidity to enjoy it with a meat-lover's pizza or well-marbled steaks from the grill. A great expression of Cab Sauv. from the Alto Cachapoal wine region located at the foot of the Andes. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled steaks, pork roast, beef long ribs. Drink: 2024 - 2026 19248 13.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Urlar The Mediator Gladstone Pinot Noir 2020, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand: Urlar The Mediator Gladstone 2020 is an intense and perfumed Pinot Noir from the Wairarapa. Fragrant with dark cherry, salumi, baking and pepper spice flavours silky-smooth on the palate, the wine is both elegant and complex. Tannins are fine-grained and this North Island, New Zealand PN is drinking beautifully now through 2026. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal chops, wild mushroom ragu, lamb lollipops. Drink: 2024 - 2026 37396 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Susana Balbo Críos Malbec 2022, Valle De Uco, Mendoza, Argentina: Susana Balbo Críos 2022 is a great value Malbec from the Uco Valley at $18. Fragrant with spiced cherry, red currant, black olive tapenade on the palate, this Malbec is fresh and flavourful with a lingering red berry finish delivered with smooth and silky tannins. The wine label shows three connected and overlapping hands, an image that was inspired by a Mayan artifact. The three hands represent Susana and her two children and "Crios" means offspring. Malbec food pairings: cheese pizza, veal, beef, tagliatelle alla Bolognese (pasta), chicken herb-rubbed roast. Drink: 2024 - 2027 162529 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zonte's Footstep Super Trooper Shiraz Cabernet 2020, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia: From Fleurieu, South Australia, Zonte's Footstep Super Trooper 2020 is a great value, vegan-friendly Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon red wine blend under $20. Fragrant with violets, black currant, blackberry, plum, black olive, savoury herb and smoky toasty oak spice flavours fresh and long on the palate, tannins are fine-grained and rounded. Nicely made and easy to love, enjoy it now through 2030. Produced from 60% Shiraz sourced from the McLaren Vale and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon from Langhorne Creek. Shiraz Cabernet food pairings: beef stews, cheesy pizza, burgers, ribs. Drink: 2024 - 2030 23782 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Lamothe Bergeron 2016, Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: Château Lamothe Bergeron 2016 is a dry, full-bodied and fragrant red wine blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot grapes sourced from the Haut-Médoc. The wine is a beautiful Bordeaux classic with rich dark berry, cassis, plum, cherry, savoury herbs, subtle spicy and tobacco leaf flavours concentrated on the palate and framed with rich tannins and was matured in French oak barrels (30% new). Excellent value at $30. The chateau itself is also a classic with traditional turrets and myriad windows overlooking the estate and dates back to the 19th century. Recently renovated, it now features a tasting room, a wine shop, Chefs' kitchen, a living-room, four suites and a meeting room. Food pairings: rib steaks, roast beef, filet mignon. Drink: 2024 - 2030 39419 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Teusner The Riebke Shiraz 2021, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Teusner The Riebke 2021 is a blockbuster Barossa Valley Shiraz at a blockbuster price of $23. Inky dark red in the glass, it is perfumed with dark plum compote, mulberry, cherry liqueur, dark chocolate and cake baking spice flavours and borders on opulent. There is a lovely balance here of fresh acidity for food and this Shiraz is so savoury now, enjoy it through 2038. The wine is produced by the Riebke brothers in the Ebenezer district of the Barossa Valley and grapes are sourced from low-yielding, old vines. Shiraz food pairings: lamb cutlets, hamburgers, espresso and cocoa-rubbed flank steak, black bean soup, cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2038 48470 14.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From the Columbia Valley, Washington, Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is from a warm vintage with sunny days and cool evenings allowing the grapes to fully ripen with a great concentration of flavours and sugars on this fresh and beautifully balanced Cab. Dry, juicy, full-bodied and silky with ripe dark berry fruit, plum, chocolate, coffee, earthy, savoury and supple on the palate, it is absolutely amazing value at $28. Enjoy it through 2029 with roast turkey dinner or red meats from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: barbecued steak, grilled lamb chops, hamburger, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2024 - 2029 55764 14% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bordón Gran Reserva 2013, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From Bodegas Franco-Españolas, Bordón Gran Reserva 2013 is a dry, full-bodied and intense Tempranillo-driven red wine blend with Garnacha and Mazuelo added to the mix. This gran reserva is a classic Rioja with dark plum, cherry, blueberry, savoury herb, smoky and spicy flavours rich, fresh and long on the palate. Do decant it an hour or two prior to pouring it with a roast porchetta or game dishes. Drink or cellar to 2028. Food pairings: roast pork, grilled lamb chops, veal cutlets. Drink: 2024 - 2030 114454 13% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Dugladze Kindzmarauli 2021, Kakheti, Georgia: From Kakheti, Georgia, Kindzmarauli Dugladze 2021 is a semi-sweet red wine made from the country's signature Saperavi grape where winemaking has had an astounding 8,000-year history. This fine example is showing ripe raspberry and berry preserves, bright on the palate and framed with firm and rich tannins. Enjoy it lightly chilled with a mild beef curry or Korean style BBQ ribs. Kindzmarauli food pairings: grilled game sausages, lamb ragu, venison steak with a wild mushroom sauce. Drink: 2024 - 2028 37690 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ferraton Père & Fils Samorëns Côtes du Rhône 2023, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: From the Côtes Du Rhône wine region, Ferraton Père & Fils Samorëns 2023 is a great value Rhône red blend at $18. Produced from Grenache and Syrah wine grapes (70%/30%) sourced from the left bank of the Rhône from vines thriving in alluvial and gravel soils, this is a dry, medium-bodied, smoky red, lush and fragrant with blackberry, raspberry, blueberry and licorice flavours with wild herb, anise and pepper spice finishing long and juicy on the palate. Food pairings: roast beef, meat-lover's pizza, bison burgers. Drink: 2024 - 2028 168708 14.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Heredad de Urueña Santo Terroir Tempranillo 2015, Vino De La Tierra De Castilla Y León, Spain: From Vino De La Tierra De Castilla Y León, Heredad de Urueña Santo Terroir 2015 Tempranillo is excellent value under $17. Produced from 100% Tempranillo this is a delicious wine with everything going for it. Fragrant with ripe black fruits, liquorice, well-integrated toasty oak spice and mineral notes, it is dense, fleshy and beautifully balanced with fresh acidity for food. Tannins are rich and velvety as well. The wine was entirely aged in new (80%) French and (20%) American oak barrels. Tempranillo food pairings: roast pork, roast goose, grilled game sausage. Drink: 2024 - 2027 629832 15% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Dandelion Menagerie of the Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2022, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Dandelion's Menagerie Of The Barossa 2022 is an excellent value Barossa Valley GSM at $22. Dry, medium-bodied and a juicy blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro, it is fragrant with rose petal, crushed raspberry, cedar brush spice, savoury herbs with a kiss of mint and textured dusty tannins on the palate. Enjoy it through 2032. Grenache Shiraz Mataro food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, pepper steak, pork cutlets. Drink: 2024 - 2032 399899 14.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château L'Escadre Grande Réserve 2019, Côtes De Bordeaux Blaye, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Côtes De Bordeaux Blaye, Bordeaux wine region, Château L'Escadre Grande Réserve 2019 is a dry, vibrant and medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Malbec. Spicy on the palate with ripe dark plum, cassis, dark cherry and structured with firm tannins, this is big wine to enjoy through 2028 with a prime rib roast. Food pairings: roast beef, grilled bavette steak, game sausages, goose. Drink: 2024 - 2028 630046 14.6% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Daou Pessimist 2021, Paso Robles, California, United States: Daou Pessimist 2021 is a dry and full-bodied red wine blend of 76% Petite Sirah, 12% Zinfandel, 10% Syrah and 2% Lagrein aged 10 months in French oak barrels (50% new). Rich and fleshy with earthy florals, dark berry, cassis, plum, smoky and anise spice flavours matched with beautifully balanced acidity, so friendly and vibrant on the palate, this Paso Robles red is not pessimistic at all. Enjoy it through 2027. Food pairings: game roasts, bison burgers, roast beef, meaty stews. Drink: 2024 - 2027 14425 15.5% XD 750 mL $33.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Michele Chiarlo Cipressi Nizza 2021, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Michele Chiarlo Cipressi Nizza 2021 is a fresh and fragrant, dry, medium-bodied Barbera vinified in steel tanks and aged for 12 months in large oak casks. Elegant and bright with fresh red berry, cherry, raspberry and dried sweet tobacco leaf flavours, the wine is savoury and vibrant on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Lightly chill and enjoy it with roast game hens. Food pairings: grilled steaks, lamb chops, pork roast. Drink: 2024 - 2028 19873 14% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château de Nages Héritage Costières de Nîmes 2022, Costières De Nîmes, Rhône A.P., France: Produced by Michel Gassier, Château de Nages Héritage 2022 is a dry, medium-bodied, Old Vines, Grenache-driven red wine blend of 60% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah grapes. Perfumed with bright red berry, blueberry, plum, cracked black pepper spice, this Costières De Nîmes red finishes long on an earthy and soft citrus note. Tannins are fine-grained and velvety. Very nicely done as is its price point at $23. Food pairings: roast leg of lamb with rosemary and garlic, grilled meats, tourtière. Drink: 2024 - 2030 40964 15% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stratus Gamay 2022, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Niagara on The Lake, Ontario wine region, Stratus 2022 Gamay is vegan friendly and is produced from sustainably-grown grapes. Elegant, dry and medium-plus-bodied, the wine is intense with crushed dark raspberry, cherry, pepper spice flavours with lightly textured tannins and a long and elegant finish. This vintage was a Gold Medal winner at the 2024 National Wine Awards of Canada. Gamay food pairings: bacon wrapped pork tenderloin with braised pork belly, rosemary fingerling potatoes and tomato chili jam. Drink: 2024 - 2028 312082 2027% XD 750 mL $32.20 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ventisquero Queulat Single Vineyard Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Trinidad Vineyard, Maipo Valley, Chile: From the Maipo Valley, Ventisquero Queulat Single Vineyard 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, vegan friendly Chilean Cab produced from sustainably grown grapes. Fresh, ripe and fruit-forward with fresh ripe blackberry, dark cherry, baking spice and chocolatey flavours lingering on the palate on a lush dark berry note, the wine is framed by velvety tannins. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hard cheeses, grilled red meats, lentil soup. Drink: 2024 - 2029 37866 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Ducasse 2020, Graves, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Jacques Perromat, vitic.,récolt., Château Ducasse 2020 is an amazing value Graves at $17. Tannins are firm and structured now, but give it a bit more time to unwind because it is already showing ripe dark plum, berry and fine herb flavours on this very vibrant, dry, full-bodied 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc red Bordeaux blend. Buy a case and try it in 2025 to drink through 2029. Food pairings: lamb chops from the grill, venison ragu, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2025 - 2029 38261 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Finca Sophenia Altosur Malbec 2023, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Finca Sophenia Altosur 2023 is a great value Uco Valley 100% Malbec at $18. Dry, medium-bodied and vegan-friendly, the wine is plushy and as rich on the nose as it on the palate with fresh violets, mulberry, dark cherry, cocoa and savoury herbs generous, vibrant and lingering on a flinty stony note. Tannins are structured. Produced from estate grown grapes from vines over 1200 metres above sea level, "Altosur" translates to "high in the south" and an apt name for this wine. Malbec food pairings: roast duck, gourmet burgers, tourtiere. Drink: 2024 - 2028 13113 14.2% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Reserve Dry Red 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A superb Niagara red wine blend of 76% Merlot and 24% Cabernet Sauvignon is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. This wine is vegan and kosher. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair it with hearty meat dishes. Reserve Dry Red food pairings: rare roast beef, lamburgers, beef Bourguignon. Drink: 2024 - 2027 13.5% D 750 mL $120.00 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ornellaia La Generosità 2021, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: From the Bolgheri wine region in Tuscany, Ornellaia 2021 is a rounded and full-bodied red wine blend of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 7% Petit Verdot. The wine was aged in French oak barrels (70% new). A beautifully crafted wine from an excellent vintage, rich, concentrated and powerful with ripe dark fruits, mocha, espresso, dried herbs, anise and well-integrated oak spice flavours smooth and supple on the palate, it is ready to drink now, but will show its best from 2027 through 2050. The "La Generosità" label was designed by Marinella Senatore for the 16th edition of Ornellaia. Food pairings: wild boar roast, grilled venison steak, roast saddle of rabbit. Drink: 2027 - 2050 722470 14.5% XD 750 mL $279.95 Score: 99/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Teperberg Winery Inspire Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot Kpm 2021, Israel, Israel: A smooth, aromatic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot grapes. Aromas of blackberries, smoke and dark spice. Pair with beef tenderloin. Drink: 2024 - 2026 36021 13.5% D 750 mL $38.50 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Gary Farrell Russian River Selection Pinot Noir 2021, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: From Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, Gary Farrell 2021 Pinot Noir is fragrant with black cherry, tart red currant, dried fine herbs and is vibrantly intense on the palate with a lingering finish on a red berry/cherry note. Enjoy it lightly chilled through 2032 with lamb chops from the grill. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled shoulder lamb chops, turkey pot pie, roast chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2029 27686 13.9% XD 750 mL $72.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Nava Ruby, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A juicy, smooth, full-bodied blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Baco Noir and Merlot. Aromas of ripe dark berries. This wine is kosher and mevushal and vegan-friendly. Pair with brisket. Nava Ruby food pairings: Grilled meats, ribs, salad, mushroom burgers. Drink: 2024 - 2026 18289 13% M 750 mL $26.00 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Teperberg Winery Essence Merlot Kp 2018, Israel, Israel: A rich, round, smooth kosher Merlot6 from Israel. Generous aromas of dark plum and blackberries. Perfect for brisket. Drink: 2024 - 2026 36019 14.5% D 750 mL $64.10 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Teperberg Winery Essence Cabernet Sauvignon Kpm 2020, Israel: A full-bodied, well-structure Cabernet Sauvignon from Israel. Aromas of cassis and blackberry with a whisper of smoke on the finish. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2024 - 2026 10596 14% D 750 mL $58.50 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maison Chanzy Le Bois Cassien Monopole Mercurey 2022, Burgundy A.C., France: From Monopole Mercurey, Burgundy wine region, Maison Chanzy Le Bois Cassien 2022 Pinot Noir is produced from sustainably grown grapes. Lovely balance of ripe black raspberry and forest berry fruit on the generous, elegant and bright Pinot Noir. Drink or hold. Created in 1974 by Daniel Chanzy, Domaine Chanzy, has its origins in the heart of the 16th century in Bouzeron. Chanzy owns 80 hectares of vines spread across Côte Chalonnaise, Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits in eight villages with the majority in Côte Chalonnaise. The estate holds the sole monopoly on the Bouzeron appellation, which is the smallest village appellation in Burgundy. Food pairings: pork tenderloin, Coq au vin, cheese board with a variety of cheeses. Drink: 2024 - 2028 38053 13.5% D 750 mL $44.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Skyfall Red Blend 2021, Washington, United States: Skyfall 2021 is an excellent value red wine blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 5% Syrah from Washington State. Fragrant with black currant, dark cherry, and a touch of cedar brush spice, it is fresh and rich with flavours of ripe plum, blackberry, savoury herbs, smoky vanilla with well-integrated toasty oak spice and earthy notes on the palate. Crafted by Nicole Walsh, who is a veteran winemaker with more than 25 vintages under her belt. Red Blend food pairings: grilled bavette steak, gourmet burgers, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2024 - 2027 30525 14.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir 2023, Hemel En Aarde Valley W.O., South Africa: From Hemel En Aarde Valley wine region, Hamilton Russell 2023 Pinot Noir is produced from sustainably grown grapes. Dry, medium-bodied, spicy and savoury on the palate with ripe cranberry, earthy mushroom, herbs and citrus zest flavours, it is matched with amazing acidity and framed by firm and structured tannins It does need a bit more time to unwind. Try it from 2025 to drink through 2031. Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb kabobs, venison burgers, roast veal, beef carpaccio. Drink: 2025 - 2031 999516 13.5% XD 750 mL $70.95 Score: 95/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rymill Coonawarra Classic Release Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: From the Coonawarra, South Australia, Rymill 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a Coonawarra classic, rich with blackberry pie, cassis, anise, bramble leaf, mint and dried sweet tobacco flavours rich and concentrated on the palate. Tannins are firm. Lots to love on this lush, medium-bodied and plushy Cab with pleasantly grippy tannins. Enjoy it through 2033. Classic Release Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef dinner, duck confit, roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2024 - 2033 10541 15.6% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bernazzi Brunello di Montalcino 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Bernazzi 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino is perfumed with crushed black cherry, blackberry and five spice. It is dry, medium-plus-bodied and juicy with cassis, Christmas cake spice, savoury herbs flavours and framed by polished tannins. Very sophisticated and would benefit from more time in bottle to show its very best. Try it after 2027 through 2030. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: meat lover's pizza, veal parmesan, Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Drink: 2027 - 2030 39638 14.5% D 750 mL $58.95 Score: 95/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Napa Valley, California Caymus 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon (375 ml) is just the perfect size for you to enjoy! Produced from the Wagner Family of Wines, this gorgeous cult Cab is rich, full-bodied, opulent and creamy with boysenberry, crushed dark raspberry, dark plum, anise spice, piney and wild herb flavours with a kiss of and smoky vanilla on the palate. Enjoy it through 2034. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: prime rib roast, bison burgers, pork long ribs from the grill. Drink: 2024 - 2034 632133 14.8% D 375 mL $54.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Torres Malpastor Crianza 2020, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Produced by Torres, Malpastor Crianza 2020 Tempranillo is a great value Rioja Crianza at $20. Cherry red in the glass, this 100% Tempranillo is rich with ripe dark fruit, black cherry, red berry fruit leather, toasty oak spice and lingers on a flinty mineral note. The wine was matured in a mix of American, French and European oak barrels. Drink or hold. Crianza food pairings: roast leg of lamb, lamp chops, stuffed bell peppers, cured meats and cheese platters. Drink: 2024 - 2027 40189 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
MontGras Organic Pinot Noir 2021, Bío-Bío Valley, Chile: From the Bío Bío Valley, MontGras 2021 Pinot Noir is an amazing value Chilean PN at $16. Vegan friendly and produced from organically grown grapes, the wine was fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel tank. As a result of this, it is perfumed with pink florals, bright strawberry, red cherry and fresh red berry flavours elegant and vibrant on the palate. Enjoy it lightly chilled with roast quail stuffed with wild mushrooms. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled chicken breasts, roast quail stuffed with wild mushrooms, lamb lollipops. Drink: 2024 - 2028 37871 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pelee Island Winery Lola Limited Edition Red 2020, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A smooth, medium-bodied red from Southwestern Ontario. Attractive aromas of dark berries, spice and mocha. Perfect for meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2022 - 2026 26539 13% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Two Sisters Vineyards Eleventh Post 2018, Niagara River, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Two Sisters Eleventh Post 2018 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied Bordeaux-style red blend of 48% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13% Cabernet Franc produced from grapes sourced in the Niagara-on-the-Lake wine region in Ontario. Look for cassis, black cherry, plum, subtle dried herbs, anise, cinnamon and clove spices from toasted oak treatment, fresh with balanced acidity. Tannins are velvety. Drink or hold. Food pairings: roast duck, roast Mediterranean chicken, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2024 - 2027 20935 14% D 750 mL $48.00 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Bellevue La Forêt Originel 2020, Fronton, Southwest A.P., France: Château Bellevue La Forêt 2020 is produced from Cabernet Franc , Cabernet Sauvignon, Négrette and Syrah wine grapes and an excellent value Fronton red blend at $16. The wine is rich, dry and full-bodied with bright red fruits, chocolate, earthy herbs and spicy flavour, Tannins are structured. Each varietal was vinified separately and the wine was aged for 24 months in large oak barrels prior to bottling. The little known Négrette wine grape appeared in the 12th century and was named "Mavro" (black) originally brought in from Cyprus by the Knights of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem. Originel food pairings: winter stew, rare cuts of meat, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2024 - 2026 354134 14.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Nava Ruby 2020, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A juicy, smooth, medium-bodied kosher red wine from Niagara. Aromas of ripe plums and berries. Pair with grilled meats. Nava Ruby food pairings: Grilled meats, ribs, salad, mushroom burgers. Drink: 2024 - 2026 18289 13% M 750 mL $26.00 Score: 89/100. November 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
50th Parallel Estate Pinot Noir 2018, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous BC Pinot Noir with aromas of dark cherry, spice and violets. Smooth as silk with a long finish. Perfect for roast duck. Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled lamb chops, veal Porterhouse steak, roast quail. Drink: 2020 - 2027 609164 14% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Valcarlos Fortius Reserva 2016, Navarra D.O., Spain: Valcarlos Fortius Reserva 2016 is an excellent value Navarra red blend. Produced from 90% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine is fragrant and silky-smooth on the palate with ripe blackberry, savoury herbs and well-integrated oak spice. Enjoy with steak sandwiches topped with melted Swiss or cheddar cheese. Food pairings: steak from the grill, meat pies, meat loaf, bobtje. Drink: 2024 - 2028 30230 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Foreign Affair Dream 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The Foreign Affair Dream 2020 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied and juicy red wine blend of mostly Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grapes added to the mix. The wine is produced partially in the Appassimento style and spends 18 months in French and American oak barrels (25% new). You can count on rich and lush dark berry, cassis, dark cherry, anise, cedar brush and toasty oak spice flavours balanced with brilliant acidity on the palate. Drink or hold, enjoy it with a meat-lover's pizza or a Bistecca alla Fiorentina. Food pairings: smoky game burgers, beef steak, rack of lamb, smoked cheeses. Drink: 2024 - 2027 364380 14% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Paso Robles, California, United States: From Paso Robles, J. Lohr Seven Oaks 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is the big and beautiful size of this lush and savoury Cab from California (1500 ml). Excellent value at $50, look for ripe blackberry, cassis, dark plum, black olive and toasty oak spice flavours on this dry, full-bodied and juicy red. Tannins are plushy as well. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hard cheese, braised pork shanks, veal chops, roasted let of lamb. Drink: 2024 - 2030 16915 13.5% D 1500 mL $49.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Primarius Pinot Noir 2021, Oregon, United States: Primarius 2021 Pinot Noir is an elegant, medium-plus-bodied and fragrant PN with ripe dark berry, raspberry, shitake mushroom, fresh herbs, cracked pepper and espresso flavours creamy and long on the palate. Tannins are medium and fine on this lovely PN from Oregon. Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb ragu, venison in a rich mushroom and red wine sauce, roast breast of veal. Drink: 2024 - 2026 402180 D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: From the Wagner Family of Wine, the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for Caymus 2019 Special Selection are treated to extended "hang time." This Napa Cab is produced from select barrels from select vintages and is dry, full-bodied and lush with blackberry, dried sweet tobacco leaf, earthy and chocolate flavours concentrated on the palate and framed with pleasantly grippy tannins. Enjoy it through 2040. Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: prime rib roast, roast turkey, slow-roasted venison ribs. Drink: 2024 - 2040 711663 14.5% D 750 mL $229.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Morandé Vitis Única Carmenère 2021, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: Morandé Vitis Única 2021 Carmenère is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Maipo Valley wine region. Great value at $19, it is dry, medium-bodied, vibrant and spicy with ripe red berry fruit, dark olive, fine herbs with a long fresh cherry, red berry finish. Tannins are structured and fine. Enjoy this well-priced Carmenère now in all of its freshness with gourmet burgers and game sausages from the grill. Carmenère food pairings: roast turkey, venison ragu, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2024 - 2027 37799 14.2% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Planeta Plumbago Nero d'Avola 2021, Sicilia Menfi, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: From Sicilia Menfi, Sicily wine region, Planeta Plumbago 2021 is a great value Nero D'avola at $25 and is produced from sustainably grown, hand-harvested grapes from two estate vineyards. Smoky and spicy on the nose, the wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied with ripe plum, wild blackberry, dark chocolate, sweet dried tobacco leaf and peppery spice flavours that linger on the palate. The wine was vinified in stainless steel tank and matured for 10 months in French oak barrels. Crafted by Alessio Planeta who was named Winemaker of the Year at the 2023 Wine Star Awards. Food pairings: grilled game sausages, roast chicken, bison burgers. Drink: 2024 - 2031 19491 12.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Leone de Castris Negroamaro Riserva Salice Salentino 2019, Salice Salentino, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: Leone de Castris Riserva 2019 is an excellent value full-bodied Negroamaro from the Puglia wine region at $23. So fragrant and juicy, this is a robust red with rich dark cherry, blackberry, dark chocolate and flinty mineral flavours vibrant and lingering on the palate with cocoa powder tannins. An outstanding Negroamaro to drink through 2028. Negroamaro Riserva Salice Salentino food pairings: barbecued meats and mushrooms, hard cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2028 597534 13.5% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Decoy Merlot 2022, California, United States: Decoy 2022 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. Fragrant with pink florals, violets, black cherry, plum, dark chocolate and smoky, toasty oak flavours, this vintage lingers on a minty and spicy note, balanced with vibrant acidity and velvety smooth tannins. Enjoy it through 2027. Merlot food pairings: borscht (beet soup), quesadillas, Tandoori-flavored dishes, lentil dishes. Drink: 2024 - 2029 460642 13.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tintonegro Limestone Block Malbec 2020, Mendoza, Argentina: Tintonegro Limestone Block 2020 is a great value Malbec-driven red wine blend with 12% in Cabernet Franc grapes. Grapes were sourced from Los Chacayes, Uco Valley, where the vines grow in rocky, sandy soils with traces of calcium carbonate and the wine was aged for one year in oak barrels (15% new). An intense deep ruby in the glass, this juicy Argentinean red is showing dark plum, thyme, sage and earthy violet flavours intense on the palate and framed with fine-grained and textured tannins. Lovely now through 2031. Malbec food pairings: veal Porterhouse, bison burgers, grilled lamb sausages. Drink: 2024 - 2030 404137 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Casa de Cambres Grande Reserva 2017, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Casa de Cambres Grande Reserva 2017 is a dry, full-bodied and mature Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca red wine blend ready to enjoy now. Look for ripe dark berry, spiced plum, cherry and aged woody notes on this smooth and spicy red from the Douro wine region. Enjoy it with a rich and juicy roast of pork. Food pairings: Porchetta, sirloin roast, burgers, tourtiere. Drink: 2024 - 2030 37724 13% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Valpantena Torre Del Falasco Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2021, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Torre Del Falasco 2021 Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is always a crowd favourite. Fresh with aromas of lemon zest, cherry fruit leather, balsamic notes and spicy flavours, it is dry, full-bodied and zesty on the palate. Tannins are structured and chewy. Feed it a meat-lover's pizza or a Bistecca alla Fiorentina and drink it through 2030. Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore food pairings: beef brisket, wild mushroom ragu, roast breast of veal. Drink: 2024 - 2030 39489 13% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Rioja Alta Viña Ardanza Reserva 2016, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From La Rioja Alta, Ardanza Riserva 2016 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, Tempranillo and Grenache red wine blend with grapes sourced from the winery's vineyards in the village of Tudelilla, La Pedriza, in the Rioja. Savoury and intense on the palate with ripe dark plum, dried mushroom, cedar brush spice, orange zest and piney notes, this is a complex wine with a long, earthy truffley and nutty finish. Really nice now to drink through 2030. Food pairings: beef stroganoff, barbecued ribs, fruit chutneys, cassoulet, steak fajitas. Drink: 2024 - 2030 315531 13.5% XD 750 mL $62.00 Score: 95/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Salentein Pyros Appellation Malbec 2019, Valle De Pedernal, Mendoza, Argentina: From Valle De Pedernal, Mendoza wine region, Salentein Pyros Appellation 2019 Malbec is fragrant with earthy violets, wild herbs, bright raspberry and plum flavours generous on the palate and balanced with fresh, food-friendly acidity. Elegant with fine-grained tannins it is at its best now through 2030. Enjoy it with roast partridge or game hens. Malbec food pairings: roast partridge, game hens, grilled game sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2024 - 2030 38506 14% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Carpineto Brunello di Montalcino 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Carpineto 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino is a zesty and powerful 100% Sangiovese. Dry, medium-plus-bodied with ripe cherry, raspberry, earthy fresh mushroom, sous bois and cedar spice flavours fresh and long on the palate, it is a very elegant Brunello that is only coming into its own now. This wine is built to age, so enjoy it from 2026 through 2042. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: roast leg of lamb, venison ragu, meat-lover's pizza. Drink: 2026 - 2042 14857 14% XD 750 mL $69.95 Score: 95/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
San Biagio Capalot Barolo 2017, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, San Biagio Capalot 2017 Barolo is fragrant with ripe red berry, pink florals, plushy on the palate and framed with fine tannins. Beginning to drink at its best now, enjoy it with a prime rib roast through 2030. Barolo food pairings: mushroom risotto, prime rib roast, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2024 - 2030 25826 14% D 750 mL $54.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Falernia Titón Single Vineyard Reserva Syrah 2019, Elqui Valley, Chile: Falernia Titón Single Vineyard Riserva 2019 Syrah is produced from grapes sourced from block 16 of the Titon Vineyard. Look for bright red cherry, dried wild herbs and pepper spice flavours intense and long on this flavoursome Chilean Syrah reminiscent of northern Rhône reds. Enjoy it through 2029. Syrah food pairings: lamburgers, tourtiere, meat pies charcuterie. Drink: 2024 - 2029 27198 14.5% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Elderton Barossa Shiraz 2021, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Elderton 2021 Shiraz is produced from estate grown grapes sourced from Elderton's Eden Valley, Greenock and Nuriootpa vineyards, from vines between 15 and 100 years of age. Fragrant with pink and blue florals, dark cherry, blackberry, blueberry, dried herb, anise, baking and pepper spice flavours with a kiss of espresso and dark chocolate on the finish, this is an intensely vibrant and gorgeous Barossa Valley red framed by fine and structured juicy tannins. Amazing value at $25, enjoy it through 2033. Shiraz food pairings: BBQ meats, hearty meat meals, aged cheddar, grilled lamb. Drink: 2024 - 2033 713024 14.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Tour des Termes Saint Estèphe 2018, Saint Estèphe, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Saint Estèphe, Bordeaux wine region, Château Tour des Termes 2018 is a classic 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon red wine blend, spicy and smoky on the nose with ripe dark fruit, raspberry, violets and well-integrated toasty oak spice elegant and savoury on the palate. The wine was aged for 15 months in French oak barrels from Allier (45% new). The Château Tour des Termes has its name from the old tower located on a plot called “the Terms”. The origin of this tower dates back to the Gallo-Roman era, and where the remains of boat moorings mark the entrance of an outer harbour at the ancient city Gallo Romain Brion located a few kilometres away. Currently, the property is managed by renowned oenologists Eric Boissenot and Christophe Coupez. Food pairings: filet mignon, roast rabbit, partridge. Drink: 2024 - 2030 38205 13% D 750 mL $61.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Napa Valley, California, United States: Caymus 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is the happy holiday size ;) (1500 ml) of this gorgeous Cali Cab produced from grapes sourced from Rutherford soils. Produced by the Wagner Family of Wines, this cult Cab is rich, dry, full-bodied and opulent with raspberry compote, boysenberry, mocha, licorice flavours and evergreen notes vibrant, intense and creamy on the palate. Enjoy it now through 2034 with a traditional roast beef dinner and all the trimmings. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: venison tenderloin, roast partridge, roast boar. Drink: 2024 - 2034 155150 14.5% D 1500 mL $219.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Reif Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Niagara River, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Niagara River, Niagara on the Lake wine region, Reif Reserve 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is rich with aromas of black fruit and smoke. Deep dark purple in the glass, expect smoky, spicy flavours with wafts of fresh blackberry fruit, cassis, earthy, savoury herb, spicy and dark cocoa notes framed by smooth and supple tannins. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2024 Ontario Wine Awards. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled burgers, Margherita pizza, tourtiere. Drink: 2024 - 2028 304162 13.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Antinori Tignanello 2021, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: From Antinori, Tignanello 2021 is a dry, robust and powerful Super Tuscan that Antinori started crafting in 1385. Produced from mostly Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes (75%/13%/8%) from vines planted 350 to 400 vines above sea level. First made in 1971, the legendary Tignanello celebrates its 50th birthday with this vintage. Fresh and fragrant on the nose and palate with rose peony, tart cherry, red berry, white pepper and cake baking spice flavours supple on the palate, the wine finishes long and luxurious on a minty note. Tignanello is just beginning to show its best now, enjoy it from 2025 through 2048. Food pairings: veal Parmesan, meaty lasagne, filet mignon, venison tenderloin. Drink: 2025 - 2047 986786 13.5% XD 750 mL $192.95 Score: 99/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Rutherford, Napa Valley, Sequoia Grove 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, full-bodied and plushy Cali Cab with ripe dark plum, black currant, dried wild herbs, cedar brush spice and mocha flavours creamy and long on the palate. Tannins are polished. Enjoy it through 2031. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hearty meat dishes, hard cheese, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2024 - 2031 60020 14.4% D 750 mL $86.95 Score: 95/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Banfi Poggio Alle Mura 2019 Brunello di Montalcino is a beautifully balanced, flavoursome and intense Tuscan red with ripe dark cherry, plum, wild herbs and soft citrus zest flavours with a minty fresh finish. The wine comes in at 15% abv. so it demands food! Good now, better in 2025 when the wine will begin to show its best. Enjoy it through 2038 with rich meaty ragus or game dishes. Food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, meaty game dishes, lamb stew. Drink: 2024 - 2038 372250 13.5% XD 750 mL $82.95 Score: 97/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Henry of Pelham Old Vines Baco Noir 2023, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The leading producer of Baco Noir in Canada. This wine offers superb depth and complexity with aromas of dark fruit and spice. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Baco Noir food pairings: venison, lamb or steak, spicy pasta dishes with rich tomato sauces. Drink: 2024 - 2027 459966 13.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Groth Vineyards & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Oakville, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Oakville, Napa Valley, Groth 2020 is a Cabernet Sauvignon-driven Cali red blend with some Merlot and Petit Verdot added to the mix. Look for concentrated and vibrant red berry fruit, cherry, bell pepper, cedar brush spice, incense and dark chocolate flavours velvety on the palate with fine-grained tannins. Lovely now through 2035. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meat lover's pizza, tripe Florentine style, mushroom ragout, roast turkey. Drink: 2024 - 2035 27256 15% XD 750 mL $128.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Francis Coppola Sofia Blanc de Blancs Sparkling 2018, Monterey County, California, United States: Francis Coppola Sofia 2018 Blancs de Blancs is an off-dry, fresh and fragrant bubble blend of Pinot Blanc, Muscat and Riesling with bright yellow apple, pear, honeyed peach, citrus zest, anise and cinnamon spice vibrant on the palate. Easy to love. Chill and enjoy it with brunch and seafood dishes. Blanc De Blancs Sparkling food pairings: tempura vegetables, pork ribs from the grill, sushi. Drink: 2024 - 2026 552091 12% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 89/100. November 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Andreola Dirupo Brut Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Conegliano Valdobbiadene D.O.C.G., Italy: From Conegliano Valdobbiadene, Veneto wine region, Andreola Dirupo brut superiore Prosecco is produced from estate-grown fruit on the steep hills of Col San Martino in Treviso. A fresh, dry and pretty Glera bubble, light and crisp on the palate with a fresh mousse of ripe orchard fruit, lemon zesty and a fine finish on a fine mineral note. Chill and enjoy it anytime. Prosecco Superiore food pairings: cold turkey sandwiches, shrimp salad, creamy cheeses, charcuterie, breads. Drink: 2024 - 2026 14010 11.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Centinari Brut Franciacorta, Lombardy, Italy: From Lombardy, Centinari Franciacorta is and elegant bubble produced from Chardonnay grapes and is dry, medium-bodied, fresh and creamy with yellow apple, lemon curd and clean, crisp mineral flavours brilliant and mouth filling on the palate with a creamy textured mousse. Special and absolutely gorgeous, chill and enjoy it now through 2027. Disgorged January 2024. Brut Franciacorta food pairings: prawns, shrimp, tuna tartare, seafood salads. Drink: 2024 - 2027 39771 12% D 750 mL $49.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zonin Valdobbiadene Extra Brut Prosecco Superiore, Valdobbiadene, Prosecco, Italy: Zonin extra brut superiore Prosecco has been produced by the Zonin family for seven generations and is exported to literally nearly every country around the world. Fresh and fragrant with yellow apple, grapefruit zest, melon and citrusy notes delivered on a fine mouth-filling mousse, this is a beautiful Prosecco to enjoy anytime. Valdobbiadene Extra Brut Prosecco Superiore food pairings: seafood canapes, grilled chicken dishes, sushi, tempura vegetables. Drink: 2024 - 2025 39647 11% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Mezzacorona Trentino Riserva Pinot Grigio 2022, Alto Adige Trentino D.O.C., Italy: Mezzacorona Trentino Riserva 2022 is a great value Pinot Grigio at $20. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from the Alto Adige-Trentino wine region. Not a typical PG, about 60% of the grapes were fermented in barrel with the balance in stainless steel tank. The wine is crisp, bright and textured with ripe tropical fruit, well-integrated oak spice, lemon-lime zest flavours with a touch of minerality on the finish. Elegant and nicely done, chill and enjoy it now in all of its freshness with salads and a variety of creamy cheeses. Trentino Riserva Pinot Grigio food pairings: green salads, herbed flatbreads, quiche, fish tacos. Drink: 2024 - 2025 32714 13.3% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Nanit Orange Wine 2023, Vino De La Tierra De Castilla, Castilla La Mancha, Spain: From Hammeken Cellars in Castilla La Mancha, Nanit 2023 is a vegan friendly orange wine produced from the Macabeo grape. The wine was fermented for 10 days on its skins resulting in a fragrant wine of fresh white florals, citrus zest and minerally flavours with citrus zest, fine herbs and balsamic notes silky and concentrated on the palate. So fresh and tasty now, chill and enjoy it with brunch dishes. Orange Wine food pairings: seafood salad, pasta with a creamy mushroom sauce, soft ripened cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2025 39186 13% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. November 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Susana Balbo Signature White Blend 2023, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Susana Balbo Signature 2023 is a dry, zesty and fragrant white wine blend of roughly equal amounts of Torrontés, Semillón and Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Fragrant with fresh pear, lemongrass, lime zest, pink grapefruit zest and stony flavours, it is fresh and lightly textured on the palate. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from the Paraje Altamira. Good now, better in 2025 to enjoy through 2029. White Blend food pairings: fish and chips, calamari, green salads, freshly steamed shellfish dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2029 558734 12.3% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine de la Baume Elisabeth Viognier 2022, Pays D'oc, Languedoc I.G.P., France: Domaine de la Baume Elisabeth 2022 is a great value 100% Viognier from the Languedoc at $15. Dry, full-bodied and flavourful with ripe apricot, mandarin zest and ginger spice flavours creamy on the palate from lees ageing, it is absolutely delicious now. Enjoy it through 2026 with roast game hens or a roast duck dinner. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2023 Concours International de Lyon. Viognier food pairings: oriental chicken salad with yoghurt and citrus dressing, grilled chicken dishes, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2024 - 2026 438796 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Zenato Pinot Grigio 2023, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Zenato 2023 Pinot Grigio has a splash of Cortese (12%)added to the mix and is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from vines between 25 and 30 years of age. Dry, medium-bodied and food-friendly with tangy acidity for food is it fresh on the palate with green apple crunch, lemon-lime zest, kiwi fruit and minerally flavours. Love that it comes in at 12.5% abv. Pinot Grigio food pairings: caprese salad, pasta with cream sauce, grilled chicken breast, frittata. Drink: 2024 - 2025 37648 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rustenberg Stellenbosch Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Rustenberg 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a great value at $17. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from the high-altitude slopes (550 metres above sea level) of the Simonsberg Mountain. The vineyard itself is certified sustainable and grapes also benefit from the cool ocean breezes that flow in from False Bay and Table Bay. Fresh on the nose and palate with gooseberry, fine herb, tropical fruit, guava and lemon-lime zesty flavours vibrant on the palate, enjoy it chilled with all manner of seafood dishes. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: asparagus and onion quiche, grilled shrimp, roast chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2026 456020 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Relvas Herdade De São Miguel Colheita Seleccionada White 2022, Vinho Regional Alentejo, Alentejo, Portugal: From Vinho Regional Alentejo, Alentejo wine region, Relvas Herdade De São Miguel Colheita Seleccionada 2022 is a fresh and fragrant white wine blend of Antão Vaz, Verdelho and Viognier wine grapes. Aromatic with sun-kissed white florals, fresh pear, melon and tropical fruit notes fresh on the palate, it lingers on a fresh herbal note. Lovely now, it will remind you of warm summer nights on a cold winter day. Food pairings: fish tacos, calamari, sushi. Drink: 2024 - 2025 37723 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Arboleda Chardonnay 2022, Aconcagua Costa, Chile: From the Aconcagua Costa, Arboleda 2022 is a great value Chilean Chardonnay at $19. Produced by Eduardo Chadwick from sustainably grown Chardonnay grapes, this is a dry, elegant, medium-bodied Chard with dried pineapple, green plum, lime zest and nougat flavours crisp and creamy on the palate. The wine was 100% fermented in barrels (10% new). Chill and enjoy it now through the end of the decade. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, grilled pork chops, crab cakes. Drink: 2024 - 2026 606772 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sugar Loaf Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Sugar Loaf 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Rapaura region in Marlborough. The winery was so named after the Sugar Loaf Islands, a collection of five small now uninhabited islands near Port Taranaki, Taranaki, New Zealand where Kate Iceland, winery founder, grew up. These islands are currently designated a Marine Protected Area (SLIMPA) established in 1991 to protect the area from oil exploration. Fragrant with exotic white florals, it is fresh and bright with nectarine, fresh apple and lime zest flavours vibrant on the palate. Chill and enjoy it through 2026. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled fish, fish tacos, pan-fried panfish. Drink: 2024 - 2026 410001 12.5% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tzafona Cellars Nava Blanc, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A fragrant honey-peach white wine made from Vidal Blanc grapes. Medium-bodied and aromatic. This wine is kosher, mevushal and vegan-friendly. Perfect for mild to medium curries. Drink: 2024 - 2025 18288 12% M 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Tragically Hip Ahead by a Century Chardonnay 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Stoney Ridge Estate Winery, The Tragically Hip Ahead By A Century 2021 Chardonnay was first produced to mark the 20th anniversary of the Hip's classic album Trouble at the Henhouse and has been popular at Vintages every since. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and richly layered with ripe apple, peach, lemon curd, dried pineapple, vanilla and toasty oak spice long and buttery on the palate. Chardonnay food pairings: mushroom and onion risotto, grilled pork sausage, roast chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2026 483875 12.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. November 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Maria Cellar Selection Hawke's Bay Chardonnay 2022, Hawke's Bay, North Island, New Zealand: From Hawke's Bay, North Island, Villa Maria Reserve 2022 Chardonnay is produced from sustainably grown grapes and is dry, medium-bodied, bright and textured on the palate with melon, ripe orchard fruit, peach cream, baking spice and citrus zest flavours. Finishes on a light mineral note. Lovely balance and nicely crafted. Drink to 2026. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken and veggie kebabs, pan-fried trout, sauteed halibut steaks. Drink: 2024 - 2026 16012 13% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Sève Terroir Pouilly-Fuissé 2022, Burgundy A.C., France: Domaine Sève Terroir 2022 Pouilly-Fuissé is an OId World style Chardonnay from the Burgundy wine region. The 40-plus year old Chardonnay vines grow in clay and limestone soils and are sheltered by a rock formation that creates a natural suntrap to help to fully ripen the grapes. Look for a dry, medium-plus-bodied, bright and citrusy Chardonnay with ripe apple and pear, zesty with tangy citrus and flinty mineral notes. Very nicely done. Drink or hold. Pouilly-Fuissé food pairings: roasted chicken, grilled fish, basil pesto, prawn bisque, cheese fondue. Drink: 2024 - 2027 681056 13.4% XD 750 mL $47.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Whitehaven Greg Single Vineyard Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From the Awatere Valley, Marlborough wine region, Whitehaven Greg Reserve is a single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, dry, crisp and intense with white florals, fresh stone fruit, gooseberry, Kefir lime, garden herb aromas and flavours matched with brilliant acidity finishing savoury and long on the palate. Drink or hold, but it is sooo good now. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: vegetable stir-fry, grilled cauliflower steaks with a touch of curry, grilled whitefish. Drink: 2023 - 2030 325944 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Charles Baker Picone Vineyard Riesling 2021, Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Charles Baker Picone Vineyard 2021 Riesling is produced from sustainably grown grapes from Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula wine region, and year after year this Riesling is consistently amazing. Youthful and fresh, this vintage is showing generous and juicy flavours of fresh grapefruit, apple, pear, ginger spice and petrol notes with a soft citrusy finish. Very elegant, enjoy it through 2032. Riesling food pairings: roast chicken, spicy pasta dishes, shrimp tempura, grilled salmon with lemon sauce, duck liver paté. Drink: 2024 - 2032 241182 10.5% M 750 mL $44.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Invivo Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Invivo 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, medium-bodied, vegan-friendly Marlborough SB and great value at $20. Generous with ripe tropical fruit, passion fruit, rock melon, lime zest flavours concentrated and crisp on the palate , it is beautifully balanced with brilliant acidity for all manner of seafood. Chill and enjoy it through 2027. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads, grilled chicken dishes, flatbread and herbed goat cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2027 14199 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Bègue Mathiot Vaillons Chablis 1er Cru 2022, Vaillons, Burgundy A.C., France: From Domaine Bègue Mathiot Premier Cru 2022 is a concentrated and vibrant unoaked Chardonnay, dry, zesty and intense with ripe apple, pear, lemon-lime zest and briny mineral flavours on the palate. Chill and enjoy it through 2030 with oysters on the half shell. Vaillons Chablis 1Er Cru food pairings: oysters on the half shell, shellfish hotpot, smoked mussels. Drink: 2024 - 2030 524959 12.5% XD 750 mL $41.95 Score: 89/100. November 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Far Niente Chardonnay 2022, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Napa Valley, California, Far Niente 2022 is a limited-production Chardonnay with wine grapes sourced from the volcanic and gravelly loam soils of the cool-climate Coombsville AVA. Produced by winemaker Nicole Marchesi, this is a dry, full-bodied, rich, creamy and flavoursome Chard with sun-kissed white florals, tropical fruit, citrus curd and smoky toasty oak spice flavours with a buttery long finish on a briny mineral note. The Coombsville AVA is moderated by fogs that roll in from the San Pablo Bay and can be as much as 10 degrees cooler than surrounding areas. Chardonnay food pairings: steamed mussels, lemon-herbed chicken, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2024 - 2026 539130 14.2% XD 750 mL $99.95 Score: 94/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Teperberg Winery Impressions Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay KPM 2021, Judean Hills, Israel: A crisp, fresh blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay grapes from Israel. Aromas of lemon and lime zest. This wine is kosher. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2025 354704 12% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc 2023, North Coast, California, United States: Love Duckhorn 2023 Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon white wine blend (91%/9%). So elegant and fresh on the palate, it is dry, medium-plus-bodied and concentrated with tropical fruit flavours, citrus preserve, grassy and subtle spicy notes zesty, silky and rich on the palate. Excellent now, enjoy it chilled with grilled chicken breasts Dijonnaise. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from Napa, Sonoma, Lake County and Mendocino County. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pork tenderloin, pork tacos, grilled chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2025 94375 13.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
OTU Otuwhero Estate Pinot Gris 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Otuwhero Estate Otu 2023 Pinot Gris is so fragrant with warm white florals, fresh pear, rock melon, lemon zest and tropical fruit notes juicy and intense on the palate. An elegant Marlborough, South Island SB to chill and enjoy through 2026. Pinot Gris food pairings: oyster pot pie, grilled salmon, pork, salads topped with mild cheeses like Edam and Fontina. Drink: 2024 - 2026 36879 12.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Summerhouse Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Summerhouse 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from Marlborough, South Island. Excellent value at $22, this SB is so expressive with feijoa, kiwi, stone fruit and lime-lemon zest flavours electric on the palate. So good now through 2026. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pan-fried panfish, fish tacos, salads, salads topped with fresh steamed and chilled shrimp. Drink: 2024 - 2026 36872 13.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 93/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sidewood Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: From the Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Sidewood 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably grown grapes. From a cool vintage, this expressive SB is showing full-on tropical fruits of passionfruit and guava, with feijoa, lime zest and garden herbs of dill and tarragon. Finishes mouth-wateringly long, this is an amazing SB and great value as well at $19. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pan-fried pickerel, steamed shellfish dishes, herbed flat breads with goat cheese. Drink: 2024 - 2026 518357 12.8% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 2024. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay 2023, Carneros, California, United States: From Carneros, California, Rombauer 2023 Chardonnay is a dry, full-bodied 100% Chardonnay concentrated with ripe peach, red apple, melon, apple cake spice flavours with buttery and lemon curd notes generous and zesty on the palate. Elegant and youthful, enjoy it now through 2028 with a traditional roast chicken dinner. Rombauer was founded by Koerner Rombauer in 1980 and the winery has been making Chardonnay since 1982. Rombauer's great-aunt, Irma, also wrote the international bestseller, The Joy of Cooking. Chardonnay food pairings: roast Cornish game hens, grilled pork chops, buttered lobster rolls. Drink: 2024 - 2029 441089 14.6% XD 750 mL $69.95 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Liebling Riesling 2022, St. David's Bench, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Marynissen, Liebling 2022 Riesling is the winery's flagship Riesling and is produced from grapes sourced from the Lingard Vineyard on the St. David's Bench from vines planted in 2006 by Oppenlaender's vineyard team. The wine was brought up in stainless steel tank and is showing fresh white peach, pear, lime zest, candied citrus vibrant on the palate with a stony mineral finish and just a kiss of sweetness. Food versatile and lovely now, chill and enjoy it with smoked whitefish or a creamy cheese fondue. Riesling food pairings: smoked salmon, sauerkraut and ham hocks, roast chicken. Drink: 2024 - 2028 41257 11% D 750 mL $22.00 Score: 91/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Antinori Guado al Tasso Vermentino 2023, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Guado al Tasso 2023 Vermentino is a dry, medium-bodied and beautifully balanced white wine produced by Antinori. Fresh and fragrant with white florals, apple, peach and passionfruit, the wine finishes long and harmonious with Mediterranean herbs and on a subtle spicy note. Chill and enjoy it through 2028. Vermentino food pairings: pan-fried panfish, fish tacos, salads, salads topped with fresh steamed and chilled shrimp. Drink: 2024 - 2028 473736 13.5% XD 750 mL $33.95 Score: 90/100. November 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart