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.
Red Wine
Cune Reserva 2019, Rioja Alta, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Cune’s 2019 Reserva, a vegan Rioja Alta blend dominated by Tempranillo, radiates graceful poise from the first swirl. Black cherry, mulberry, and a trace of toasted cocoa mingle with potpourri and clove, nuances shaped by 18 months in French and American oak. The mid-weight palate flows seamlessly, framed by supple, melt-in tannins and a lively acidic snap. Pair its harmony with smoked meats or gourmet burgers and enjoy now through 2027. Food pairings: smoked meats, burgers, ribs. Drink: 2025 - 2027 417659 13.5% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 93/100. June 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Masi Modello Prosecco Doc Brut, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Masi Modello Prosecco DOC Brut, Veneto, Italy is a lively, refreshing sparkling wine that bursts with aromas of green apple, white peach, and lemon zest, followed by a playful hint of almond on the finish. It’s dry, light-bodied, and gracefully effervescent with 11% alcohol. Serve it well chilled to let those crisp bubbles sparkle at their brightest. Fascinating fact: Winemaker Raffaele Boscaini—part of the seventh generation of the Masi family—brings the same precision and passion to this Prosecco as he does to their iconic Amarone wines. Notably, Masi was named "Winery of the Year" by Gambero Rosso, one of Italy’s most respected wine guides.
Pair it with lightly salted popcorn and a movie night—because elegance and Netflix aren't mutually exclusive. Or serve it with sushi rolls, where its zippy acidity lifts the flavours and its bubbles refresh the palate between bites. Prosecco Doc Brut food pairings: green salads, seafood canapes, smoked fish on baguette. Drink: 2025 - 2027 27001 11% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 93/100. June 2025. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart