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Vintages Release August 2, 2025

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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

Famille Fabre Pirouette en Minervois 2022, Languedoc A.P., France: Drawn from 19-year-old vines and aged in concrete then bottle, this Syrah–Cinsault blend is silky and lush, bursting with ripe cherry and raspberry, herbal lift and soft earthy nuance. Its seamless texture makes it ideal for summer gatherings—fire up the grill for sirloin steaks, BBQ ribs or gourmet burgers and let its juicy vibrancy steal the show. Food pairings: grilled steak, BBQ ribs, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2028 43523 14.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Colio Estate Wines Blanc de Blancs Sparkling 2019, Lake Erie North Shore, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Colio Estate Blanc de Blancs NV from Prince Edward County is 100% Chardonnay aged 48 months on lees. It’s exciting and uplifting, with brioche, lemon curd, green apple and chalky minerality. Chill and pair with grilled shrimp, roasted vegetables or seacuterie. Blanc De Blancs Sparkling food pairings: quiche, grilled chicken dishes, grilled shrimp, salads, brunch dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2028 46304 12% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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