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Vintages Release July 5, 2025

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Red Wine

The Lane Adelaide Hills LDR 2022, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: This Rhône-style blend of 65% Shiraz, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot opens with a fragrant swirl of green bell pepper, bitter dark chocolate, chili heat and earthy root-spice aromas. On the palate, gentle tannins weave a savory thread beneath waves of forest-fruit compote and warm baking spice, delivering a Euro-lean poise that never overpowers its juicy red-berry core. Try it with a grilled New York striploin, fennel-spiced grilled sausages, a rustic charcuterie platter, or pizza topped with nduja and provolone or roasted eggplant lasagne. Food pairings: grilled New York strip loin, barbecued ribs in sauce, braised pork shanks, strong cheeses, Margherita pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2027 41787 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. July 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Rosehall Run JCR Chardonnay 2022, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Rosehall Run Jcr Chardonnay This wine is sourced from old vines (20+ years) grown in two historic blocks of Rosehall Run's estate vineyard in Prince Edward County. It was vinified in French oak and spent a total of 20 months maturing in barrels before bottling. Gorgeously graceful and deftly oaked, it suggests crunchy tree fruit, pressed flowers and slivered almond, with a mineral underpinning. Pair with pork tenderloin. Chardonnay food pairings: lobster in butter sauce, grilled fish, chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2027 45615 13% XD 750 mL $36.00 Score: 90/100. July 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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