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Vintages Release December 14, 2024

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White Wine

E. Guigal Châteauneuf-du-Pape Blanc 2021, Rhône A.C., France: E. Guigal 2021 is a Châteauneuf Du Pape Blanc white wine produced from 60% Viognier, 15% Roussanne, 10% Marsanne, 8 % Clairette, 5% Bourboulenc and 2% Grenache Blanc from vines averaging 25 year of age. With elevage in stainless-steel tank, this fresh and flavoursome white from a well-respected producer is fragrant with white florals, ripe apricot, peach, honeyed acacia and ginger spice rich and rounded on the palate. Elegant and well-balanced, enjoy it through 2027 with a traditional roast chicken. Blanc food pairings: grilled chicken dishes, pan-fried halibut steaks, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2024 - 2027 28618 13.5% XD 750 mL $68.95 Score: 93/100. December 2024. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Château Ksara Réserve du Couvent 2022, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon: Château Ksara Réserve Du Couvent 2022 is a robust red blend of Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon with black cherry compote, grilled herbs, earthy and toasty oak spice flavours ample and concentrated on the palate. A perfect pairing to slow-braised lamb shanks, enjoy this muscular red from Lebanon's oldest continuously operating winery (established in 1857) through 2028. Food pairings: meat lover's pizza, veal Parmesan, chicken Kiev. Drink: 2024 - 2028 443721 13.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. December 2024. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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