Please note that our reviews are based on a variety of sources: samples sent to our team, those we purchase in store, tasting events, those tasted in restaurants and while traveling domestically and internationally.
White Wine
d'Arenberg The Olive Grove Chardonnay 2022, Adelade Hills, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: D'Arenberg The Olive Grove 2022 Chardonnay skilfully combines fruit grown in the cool Adelaide Hills with selections from the warmer McLaren Vale. Carefully aged for seven months in French oak, it reveals layers of bright citrus, crisp stone fruit, and a whisper of toasted oak, all held together by a lively, clean acidity that extends into a lasting finish. Paying tribute to almost 200 years of olive groves in the area, this vintage stands out as a refined expression of its diverse terroir. Pair it with roasted chicken, seafood Alfredo, or pork tenderloin with peach or apricot compote. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, seafood alfredo, pork tenderloin with peach, apricot compote. Drink: 2025 - 2027 702845 13.4% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Canard-Duchêne Cuvée Léonie Brut Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Canard-Duchêne Cuvée Léonie Brut Champagne is a stellar non-vintage expression that consistently reflects the house’s signature style. This sparkling wine presents with a luminous appearance and an invigorating array of orchard fruit nuances, while its pronounced acidity delivers a bright, animated character on the palate. The finish is precise and well-defined, highlighting layers of fresh fruit complexity. Enjoy it now with delicate crab cakes enhanced with a tangy citrus aioli or with freshly shucked oysters dressed in a light mignonette. Champagne food pairings: grilled shrimp, oysters, soft cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2028 299 12% XD 750 mL $65.95 Score: 92/100. May 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart