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Vintages Release January 4, 2025

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Red Wine

Meiomi Bright Pinot Noir 2022, California, United States: Meiomi Bright 2022 Pinot Noir is a lighter, lower-alcohol PN (8% abv), tasty and silky with ripe strawberry, dark berry, toasty oak spice and mocha flavours and a perfect pairing to roast duck with a cherry glaze. Pinot Noir food pairings: ribs and mushroom burgers from the grill, mild curry dishes. Drink: 2024 - 2028 39673 8% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. January 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Falernia Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Elqui Valley, Chile: From the Elqui Valley, Falernia Gran Reserva 2023 is a great value Sauvignon Blanc at $16. Fragrant with earthy figgy fruit, elderflower, tropical fruit, grapefruit zest and wild herbs, this Chilean SB is opulent and fresh with a tangy, vibrant minerally finish. Falernia was founded in 1998 and this SB comes from their Titón Vineyard 350 metres above sea level and 18 kilometres from the ocean. Chill and enjoy it with everything seafood. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: herb quiche, flatbreads with goat cheese, grilled asparagus an artichoke galette. Drink: 2024 - 2025 41739 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. January 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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