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Vintages Release January 4, 2025

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White Wine

Brigaldara Soave 2023, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Brigaldara 2023 Soave is an excellent value 100% Garganega at $15. Dry, medium-bodied, fresh and fruity with summer-kissed white florals, fuzzy peach and citrus zest flavours, it is vibrant and crisp with a long, zesty finish. Soave food pairings: fish tacos, pan-fried panfish, grilled whitefish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Drink: 2025 - 2027 23030 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Vignerons des Pierres Dorées Vieilles Vignes La Rose Pourpre 2022, Beaujolais, France: From Vignerons Des Pierres Dorées, La Rose Pourpre 2022 is a great value Old Vines Gamay at $18. Deep purple in the glass with ripe raspberry, red berry, cedar brush spice and cold black tea, it finishes long with kiss of wild strawberry and orange zest. Very nicely done, particularly at this price. Food pairings: roast chicken, pheasant, veal medallions in a rich mushroom and red wine sauce. Drink: 2024 - 2028 42095 12% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. January 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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