Argentina

Desquiciado Malbec 2023, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: This Malbec unfolds savory aromas of red plum, wild mushroom, fresh rosemary and a whisper of licorice. Medium-bodied with firm yet supple tannins and bright acidity, it’s an inviting pour now. Pair with roast chicken, ribs, beef bourguignon or duck. Malbec food pairings: roast chicken, ribs, beef bourgignon, roast goose. Drink: 2025 - 2027 631820 13% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Infinito Winemaker's Selection Malbec 2022, Mendoza, Argentina: Infinito’s Malbec pours deep ruby, lifting dark plum, cassis and anise-leaf nuances. The palate is linear yet plush, with tea-leaf complexity and sleek tannins that drive a long finish. Drink now. Pair with roast pork, hard cheeses or a grilled veal Porterhouse. Malbec food pairings: venison ragu, lamb shanks in red wine sauce, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2025 - 2027 10971 14.4% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Don Cristóal 1492 Bonarda 2023, Mendoza, Argentina: This Bonarda–Merlot blend charms with ripe blueberry and blackberry compote, soft plum undertones and a briny black olive edge, all buoyed by crisp acidity and silky, supple tannins. It’s a food-friendly red that welcomes robust pairings. Try it with creamy turkey tetrazzini, rich tagliatelle alla Bolognese or roasted veal for a harmonious interplay of fruit and savour. Bonarda food pairings: turkey tetrazzini, tagliatelle alla Bolognese (pasta), roasted veal. Drink: 2025 - 2027 261941 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Australia

Stonehaven Stepping Stone Shiraz 2021, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia: This Limestone Coast Shiraz is elegant and lithe, fragrant with pink florals and violets giving way to juicy red berries, blueberry, licorice and chocolate undertones. Silky tannins wrap the mid-palate and stretch into a long, polished finish. Best enjoyed now through 2030. Pair with roast leg of lamb, veal porterhouse or roast goose. Shiraz food pairings: roast leg of lamb, veal Porterhouse, roast goose. Drink: 2025 - 2030 36387 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dandelion Vineyards Menagerie of the Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2023, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: The 2022 Menagerie of the Barossa GSM from Dandelion offers remarkable value, merging Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro into a fragrant bouquet of rose petal and crushed raspberry. Earthy cedar brush spice and savory herb notes, brightened by a minty lift, glide over dusty, fine-grained tannins. This medium-bodied charmer excels with roast chicken, Thanksgiving turkey, pepper-steak or tender pork cutlets. Grenache Shiraz Mataro food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, pepper steak, pork cutlets. Drink: 2025 - 2042 399899 14.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

3 Rings Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: 3 Rings’ 2022 Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon opens with cassis, cigar ash and exotic spice atop a sturdy oak base. The concentrated palate is plush yet focused, its fine tannins delivering a persistent, structured finish. Drink now–2033. Pair with grilled game, flank steak or prime rib. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef dinner, roast turkey, venison ragu. Drink: 2025 - 2033 36237 14.7% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Austria

Weszeli Felix Grüner Veltliner 2023, Niederösterreich, Austria: Weszeli Felix 2023 Grüner Veltliner from Niederösterreich offers a crisp, citrus-driven profile with hints of green plum and crushed herbs. Its silky texture and peppery lift make it a vibrant, food-loving white. Serve chilled with spinach tabbouleh, crab-stuffed mushrooms or whipped feta crostini. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: salads, crab cakes, feta cheese. Drink: 2025 - 2027 18385 11.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Markus Waldschütz Kamptal Grüner Veltliner 2023, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Kamptal Single Vineyard 2023 Grüner Veltliner is fragrant with elderflower and pink grapefruit, framed by crushed river rocks. Silky-textured, it closes on a precise, lingering edge. Pair with pan-seared trout fillets, roasted squash blossoms and heirloom tomato carpaccio. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: veal cutlets, mild Thai curries, Comté cheese. Drink: 2025 - 2028 34245 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Canada

Wending Home Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This Niagara Sauvignon Blanc channels a Loire-inspired elegance, with subtle citrus blossom, lemongrass and flint weaving through a restrained, mid-weight frame. A whisper of oak adds polish to its herbal core. Pair with grilled broccolini, lemon-garlic shrimp skewers or a spring pea risotto. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: asparagus risotto, grilled vegetables, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46295 13% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Organized Crime Cabernet Franc 2019, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Organized Crime’s Cabernet Franc from Beamsville Bench unveils black cherry and raspberry threads woven with savoury herbs, black pepper and gentle oak spice. Partial Appassimento treatment adds weight and richness, while 18 months in French oak refine the tannins to a silky polish. Drink now or cellar for another 3–5 years. Pair with grilled veal chops, chicken Kiev or roulade. Cabernet Franc food pairings: grilled veal chops, chicken Kiev, roulade. Drink: 2025 - 2027 29048 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Benjamin Bridge Wild Rock White 2024, Nova Scotia, Canada: Maritime Fields 2024 combines Ortega, Acadie Blanc and heritage whites on stainless lees, offering mandarin marmalade, verbena and sea foam aromas. Bright and precise, it closes with a saline lift. Try alongside duck-confit sliders, arugula-mint crostinis and oyster shooters. White food pairings: asparagus risotto, grilled vegetables, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46338 10% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Moraine Cabernet Merlot 2022, Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: This Naramata Bench red blend marries plump Lily Merlot, structured Anastasia Merlot–Cabernet Franc and a bramble-kissed touch of Similkameen Cabernet Sauvignon. Ripe plum and black-cherry nuances meld with earthy mushroom and spice, all underpinned by supple tannins. Drink now–2032. Pair with grilled game, grilled flank steak, or prime rib. Cabernet Merlot food pairings: grilled game, grilled flank steak, prime rib. Drink: 2025 - 2028 46434 13.9% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

& Evermore Unoaked Chardonnay 2023, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Evermore Stainless Chardonnay zings with tangerine and passionfruit aromas over wet stone. The palate is crisp and energetic, showcasing a flinty core and a refreshing lift. Serve alongside roast pork lettuce wraps, blackened mahi tacos and rainbow slaw. Unoaked Chardonnay food pairings: grilled shrimp, fish tacos, veggie burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46297 12.7% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery CREW Flagship Chardonnay 2023, Lake Erie North Shore, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken, fish and chips, pan-fried pan fish. Drink: 2025 - 2026 520668 13.6% XD 750 mL $22.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mission Hill Family Reserve Pinot Gris 2023, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: Mission Hill Reserve 2023 Pinot Gris captures coastal breeze with apricot and green mango aromas set atop a slate spine. It’s lean, with a touch of rosemary, leaving a bright, invigorating finish. Pair with grilled halloumi skewers, shaved fennel ribbon salad and fresh mango-mint salsa. Pinot Gris food pairings: grilled lemon-rosemary chicken, grilled pork tenderloin, veggie burgers, Feta cheese stuffed turkey burger, roast lemon and rosemary rubbed chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2027 537076 13.9% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Southbrook Vineyards Triomphe Organic Merlot 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Southbrook Vineyards 2021 Triomphe Organic Merlot shines despite a tempestuous season, pouring garnet and exuding ripe plum, blackberry and dark chocolate aromas framed by gentle smoke and spice. Its bright vintage acidity lifts a supple, rich mouthfeel and an exquisite finish. Some cheddar cheese or a groumet burger will really allow this wine to shine. Merlot food pairings: Cheddar cheese, gourmet burgers (lamb or beef). Drink: 2025 - 2030 418830 12.4% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Konzelmann Vidal Icewine 2023, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Konzelmann’s 2023 Vidal Icewine from Niagara-on-the-Lake dazzles with layers of honeyed apricot, golden raisin and candied citrus zest, its concentrated sweetness lifted by lingering mouthwatering acidity and a brush of botrytis mushroom on the finish. Match its decadent fruit profile with almond custard tarte, a fresh fruit cup or warm peach cobbler to mirror its vibrant sweetness. Vidal Icewine food pairings: almond custard tarte, fresh fruit cup, peach cobbler. Drink: 2023 - 2028 476192 10.5% S 375 mL $39.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lakeview Wine Co. Syrah 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This Ontario Syrah from a veteran producer unfolds layers of dark berry, plum and cocoa, spiced by cracked pepper and anchored by earthy notes. Its plush texture and lively core make it a versatile table companion. Drink now. Pairs beautifully with shepherd’s pie, pork roast, or grilled lamb chops. Syrah food pairings: Shepherd's pie, pork roast, grilled lamb chops. Drink: 2025 - 2027 49999 13% XD 750 mL $40.00 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Le Vieux Pin Petit Rouge 2023, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: This Southern Okanagan tri-blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, aged 16 months in French oak, emerges with bold personality and layered complexity. Plush dark fruit, gentle spice and polished tannins create real depth. Drink now. Match with grilled pork chops, pulled-pork sandwiches, or gourmet burgers. Food pairings: grilled pork chops, pulled pork sandwiches, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2029 297416 13.9% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cooper's Hawk Vineyards Talon Red 2021, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Food pairings: gourmet burgers, grilled steak, beef tacos. Drink: 2025 - 2027 426916 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Redtail Estate Chardonnay 2023, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Redtail Ridge Estate Chardonnay 2023 from Prince Edward County. Fermented in European concrete and aged in French oak, it features floral blossom, hazelnut, lemon zest, nectarine and limestone minerality. Chill and pair with roasted chicken, lemon-butter shrimp or rice pilaf. Chardonnay food pairings: roasted chicken, lemon-butter shrimp, rice pillaf. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46296 13.2% XD 750 mL $39.00 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pelee Island Winery Vinedressers Cabernet Sauvignon Petit Verdot 2016, South Islands, Lake Erie North Shore, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Pelee Island Winery, Vinedressers 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon melds Petit Verdot and Cabernet into a plush, medium-plus–bodied wine brimming with Bing cherry, black plum and savory-herb accents. Gentle oak aging adds toasty spice while soft tannins and vibrant acidity ensure a seamless, lingering finish. Drinking beautifully now or cellar. Pair with veal roast, tourtière, pork ribs or lamburgers. Cabernet Sauvignon Petit Verdot food pairings: veal roast, tourtiere, pork ribs from the grill, lamburgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 492470 13.3% XD 750 mL $30.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marynissen Heritage Collection Pinot Noir 2021, Four Mile Creek, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A smooth, voluptuous Pinot Noir with seductive aromas of rip cherry and berries. Mouth-watering and juicy. Pinot Noir food pairings: turkey tournedos, cedar planked salmon, lamb chops from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2028 41092 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stratus Alto 2023, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Stratus Alto 2023 is an amazingly diverse red wine blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with splashes of Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Semillon, Syrah and Sangiovese grapes. Look for blue and red fruit, cherry, earthy and pepper spice notes juicy and fresh on the palate. This label features the meteorological symbol for the altostratus cloud; a mid-level, gray or blue-gray cloud that usually covers the whole sky that indicates a change (in weather) is on its way. Food pairings: veal chops, grilled chicken, duck confit. Drink: 2025 - 2028 40108 14% D 750 mL $28.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Redstone Limestone Vineyard South Riesling 2023, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment wine region, Redstone Limestone Ridge South 2023 is vibrant and intense with citrus, peach, fresh apple flavours and a spring rain mineral finish. So refreshing with just a hint of sweetness, chill and enjoy it on its own or with mildly-spiced vegetable curry dishes or vegetable tempura. Riesling food pairings: scallop ceviche, white fish with mango salsa, salt and pepper shrimp skewers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 381251 10.5% M 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hester Creek Estate Winery Chardonnay 2023, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada Chardonnay food pairings: light lemon prawn linguine, New England clam chowder.. Drink: 2025 - 2028 46453 13.5% D 750 mL $35.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Malivoire Vivant Rosé 2024, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Malivoire Vivant 2024 rosé offers an impeccable option for those embracing a plant-based lifestyle and comes at an outstanding value of \$22, being crafted solely from free-run, tenderly pressed Pinot Noir grapes by winemaker Shiraz Mottiar. It features a refreshingly unadorned style with a gracefully balanced structure that unfolds gentle aromas of delicate blossoms, sun-kissed red berries, and a subtle hint of citrus zest. On the palate, the wine evolves with hints of mellow cantaloupe, a delicate touch of warm spice, and concludes with a persistent finish reminiscent of crushed limestone. For a stellar pairing, try it alongside delicately grilled scallops drizzled with lemon-dill aioli or a crisp arugula salad accented with toasted pine nuts. Food pairings: soft herbal cheeses with dried fruit, strawberry and spinach salad with poppy seed dressing, fresh oysters or citrus poached shrimp. Drink: 2025 - 2027 498535 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wending Home Estate Wending South Red Blend 2020, Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Red Blend food pairings: grilled chicken, roasted chicken, pork sausages on the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46298 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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

Chile

Santa Carolina El Pacto Agreement No. 6 Chardonnay 2022, Itata Valley, Chile: Santa Carolina El Pacto Chardonnay from Chile opens with roasted hazelnut and spiced pear aromas layered over tropical fruit. Its creamy texture and balanced acidity lead to a long, polished finish. Serve with coconut-lime shrimp, chipotle fish tacos or grilled veggie sliders. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled shrimp, fish tacos, veggie burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44278 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ventisquero Grey Single Block Carmenère 2022, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: Ventisquero’s Grey Single Block Carmenère captures coastal Chile in a glass, exuding bay-leaf lift and graphite complexity alongside vivid red-cherry brightness. The palate layers bramble fruit and polished tannins, all carried by a fresh, racy acidity that drives a long finish. Drink 2025–2030. Pair with turkey and gravy, wine-braised beef, bison chili or wild boar. Carmenère food pairings: turkey with gravy, wine-braised beef, bison chili, wild boar. Drink: 2025 - 2030 325415 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

China

Sichuan Gulin Langjiu Distillery Honghua Lang 10 Baijiu, Sichuan Gulin, China: This elegant Baijiu from a premier Chinese distillery marries a silken mouthfeel with a playful tang akin to aged soy sauce, underpinned by subtle grain sweetness. Each sip is refined yet approachable. Pair it with fiery Sichuan hot pots, delicate tempura or zesty lemon chicken—its clean finish and savory nuance will refresh and elevate every bite. Sichuan Gulin Langjiu Distillery Honghua Lang 10 Baijiu food pairings: Sichuan cuisine, tempura, lemon chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2030 43126 53% S 500 mL $102.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

France

J.Vidal-Fleury Cairanne 2022, Cairanne, Rhône A.P., France: This Grenache–Syrah–Mourvèdre blend feels charmingly rustic, brimming with blackberry compote, dried-herb and undergrowth nuances. Its medium body and firm tannins support a juicy mid-palate, while a bright finish keeps it lively. Drink now–2030. Pair with venison ragu, lamb shanks or grilled game sausages. Cairanne food pairings: grilled game meats, beef stew with root vegetables, lentil burgers with aged cheddar cheese. Drink: 2025 - 2030 43528 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nouvelle Vague Organic Rosé 2024, France: Nouvelle Vague 2023 Organic Rosé is a bright, dry, medium-bodied wine from southern France. It bursts with crunchy wild strawberry, watermelon rind and grapefruit zest, finishing on a saline-mineral note. Chill and pair with grilled chicken sandwiches, turkey wraps or Margherita pizza. Organic Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken sandwiches, turkey wraps, Margherita pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2026 43530 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine des Carteresses Tavel Rosé 2024, Rhône A.C., France: Domaine des Carteresses Tavel is a vibrant Rhône rosé blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Clairette, Picpoul and Syrah. Dry and medium-bodied, it offers layers of rose petal, fresh cherry, rooibos tea, wild herbs, pink grapefruit and pepper spice. Chill and enjoy with lamb or veggie kebabs. Tavel Rosé food pairings: lox and capers, grilled salmon steak, grilled Ahi tuna. Drink: 2025 - 2026 739474 13% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

UP Ultimate Provence Rosé 2024, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: Up Ultimate Provence 2023 is a dry, medium-bodied rosé from Côtes de Provence, blending Syrah, Cinsault and Grenache. Generous on the palate with wild raspberry, cherry, grapefruit zest, fine herb, white pepper and mineral notes. Chill and pair with grilled salmon steaks. Rosé food pairings: ham and cheese sandwiches, grilled chicken breasts, green salads. Drink: 2025 - 2026 14833 13% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jean-Noël Haton Brut Classic Blanc de Noirs Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Jean-Noël Haton Brut Classic Blanc de Noirs NV (60% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot Noir) from Champagne. Aged 30 months on lees, with creamy mousse, orchard fruit, baked lemon, delicate brioche and fine acidity. Perfect with quiche, grilled chicken, shrimp, salads or brunch. Brut Classic Blanc De Noirs Champagne food pairings: quiche, grilled chicken dishes, grilled shrimp, salads, brunch dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2029 45411 12.5% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jean-Max Roger La Grange Dîmière Sancerre Rosé 2024, Loire A.C., France: Jean-Max Roger La Grange Dîmière 2024 from Sancerre is a dry, medium-bodied Pinot Noir rosé from vines aged 25–45 years. Bright strawberry, soft citrus zest and pronounced minerality shine. Chill and enjoy through 2025 with grilled shrimp, salmon or a charcuterie board. Sancerre Rosé food pairings: cheese and deli plate, green salad with warm goat cheese and baby beets, salmon cakes. Drink: 2025 - 2027 490813 12.5% XD 750 mL $30.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Remy Ferbras Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2021, Rhône A.P., France: This Châteauneuf-du-Pape melds luxurious red-fruit intensity and warm Provençal spice into a seamless, velvety structure. Beneath its sophisticated veneer lies a vivacious spirit that thrives at the barbecue, echoing grilled-herb and smoke-kissed flavors. Drink into the early 2030s. Pair with hamburgers, grilled mushroom burgers or ribs. Food pairings: roast beef, lamb chops, veal scaloppini, mushroom and leek risotto. Drink: 2025 - 2032 15184 14% XD 750 mL $50.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine de la Chaise Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Touraine, Loire A.P., France Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: asparagus risotto, grilled vegetables, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2025 - 2027 42843 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rhonéa Les Confluences Vinsobres 2022, Rhône A.C., France: This Rhône-style blend opens with wild strawberry, blackberry, thyme and cracked peppercorn on the nose. On the palate, savory black licorice and mushroom layers give way to cassis on a backbone of bright acidity and structured tannins. Decant before serving, and enjoy through 2032. Pair with grilled sirloin steak, grilled game or game-based stews. Food pairings: grilled sirloin steak, grilled game, game-based stews. Drink: 2025 - 2030 43748 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

La Baume Brut Crémant de Limoux La Folie, Languedoc A.P., France: This non-vintage Brut rosé (Pinot Noir & Chardonnay) displays a pale salmon hue and fine mousse. Crisp lemon, green pear, watermelon rind and toasted almond lead to a mouth-watering finish. Serve with quiche, grilled chicken, shrimp, salads or brunch dishes. Crémant De Limoux La Folie food pairings: quiche, grilled chicken dishes, grilled shrimp, salads, brunch dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2027 42037 12% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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

Roche de Bellene Mâcon-Villages 2022, Mâcon-Villages, Burgundy A.P., France: Old Vine Blanc 2022 blends aged Clairette and Grenache Blanc to reveal grapefruit pith, kumquat marmalade and hazelnut dust. It’s lean, with a firm mineral grip. Enjoy alongside charcoal-grilled sardines, aged Gouda and a pickled vegetable medley. Food pairings: grilled shrimp, fish tacos, veggie burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 43519 13% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jaffelin Brouilly 2023, Beaujolais A.C., France: This Brouilly offers piercing red- and black-berry aromas followed by a focused, persistent close. Its sturdy backbone and juicy core make it a superb table companion. Drink now through 2028. Pair with roasted turkey legs, grilled chicken, maple-mustard glazed salmon, grilled pork or vegetarian roast. Food pairings: roasted turkey legs, grilled chicken, maple mustard glazed salmon. Drink: 2025 - 2028 42030 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Labouré-Roi Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2023, Burgundy A.P., France Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted turkey legs, grilled chicken, maple mustard glazed salmon. Drink: 2025 - 2029 45410 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Amédée Sans Soufre Ajouté Luberon 2023, Luberon, Rhône A.P., France Food pairings: grilled steak, gourmet burgers, grilled mushroom and cheese sandwiches. Drink: 2025 - 2028 43529 14.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Germany

Familie Steffen Trittenheimer Altärchen Riesling Kabinett Halbtrocken 2023, Mosel Prädikatswein, Germany: Familie Steffen 2023 Trittenheimer Altärchen Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling from Mosel, Germany. Off-dry with apple blossom, white peach, slate minerality and vibrant acidity. Chill and enjoy with mild curries, tempura shellfish, sushi or spicy appetizers. Riesling Kabinett Halbtrocken food pairings: mild curries, tempura shellfish and vegetables, sushi. Drink: 2025 - 2028 556134 10.7% M 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Greece

Lyrarakis Voila Assyrtiko 2023, Crete P.G.I., Greece: Weingut Steinreich Trocken Riesling from Rheingau, Germany. Dry and medium-bodied, it offers stony citrus, lime pith, green pear and a fine tannic grip. Elegant texture and a persistent citrus-herbal finish. Chill and pair with grilled shrimp, fish tacos or veggie burgers. Assyrtiko food pairings: grilled shrimp, fish tacos, veggie burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2028 40446 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Italy

Alessandro Berselli Signature Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Alessandro Berselli Signature Collection 2023 Sauvignon Blanc from Friuli, Italy. Medium-bodied with blackcurrant leaf, lime pith, asparagus and green mango aromas. Intense tropical fruit, herbaceous nuance and vibrant acidity. Chill and enjoy with asparagus risotto, grilled vegetables or shrimp. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: asparagus risotto, grilled vegetables, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44242 12.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Scaranto Scaranto Governo All'Uso 2023, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Scaranto revives an age-old governo method—blending sun-dried must into the ferment—to boost richness and dimension. The result is a profoundly layered red, flaunting ripe black-fruit depth and bittersweet chocolate accents. Enjoy immediately. Ideal with spicy beef curry, BBQ pork ribs or a hearty root-vegetable casserole. Food pairings: beef curry, BBQ pork ribs, grilled root vegetable casserole. Drink: 2025 - 2028 540914 14% M 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Avignonesi Cantaloro 2020, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Avignonesi’s Cantaloro marries Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet into a bright, focused blend of cherry, blackberry and plum layered with tobacco and anise spice and a lifted mint note. Fine, velvety tannins carry the flavor through to a long finish. Drink now–2029. Pair with grilled lamb, steak or game-based stews. Food pairings: roast pork, hard cheeses, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2025 - 2027 36519 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio 2024, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Banfi San Angelo 2024 Pinot Grigio from Tuscany is crisp and expressive, with layers of Meyer lemon, white nectarine and almond blossom. A mineral streak adds lift to its juicy core. Chill and enjoy with smoked trout tartines, caramelized onion galette or rosemary flatbread with chèvre. Pinot Grigio food pairings: smoked whitefish on baguette, quiches, onion tarte, herbed flatbreads. Drink: 2025 - 2027 26716 12.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Umani Ronchi Centovie Pecorino 2023, Colli Aprutini, Abruzzo I.G.T., Italy: Umani Ronchi Centovie 2023 Pecorino from Abruzzo is vibrant and textured, revealing layers of preserved lemon, chamomile and crushed stone. Aged in concrete, it carries a sleek, mineral-driven finish. Pair with mango-glazed chicken skewers, apricot-laced Mahi Mahi or sesame pork stir fry. Pecorino food pairings: grilled mango chicken, grilled Mahi Mahi with apricot compote, pork tenderloin stir fry. Drink: 2025 - 2028 11108 13% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta Rocca Barolo 2020, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Tenuta Rocca’s Barolo melds smoky spice, red-berry depth and savory-herb nuance. Firm acidity and gripping tannins promise graceful bottle evolution, smoothing into integrated layers over time. Cellar until 2045, with prime drinking from 2028 onward. Serve alongside herbed roast beef, veal, lamb, hamburgers, aged charcuterie or venison. Barolo food pairings: herbed roast beef, roast veal, lamb, hamburgers, aged meats and cheeses, venison. Drink: 2025 - 2043 395103 14.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Duca di Saragnano Nero di Troia 2024, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: Duca di Saragnano’s Nero di Troia brings Puglia to your glass at an unbeatable price, unveiling lush blackberry and dark-cherry layers spiced with subtle tobacco and baking aromatics. Its dry, robust structure feels plush and velvet-soft. Ready now. Pair with burgers, ribs, game sausage cassoulet, grilled chicken breast and hard or aged cheeses. Nero Di Troia food pairings: burgers, ribs, game sausage cassoulet, hard cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2027 23034 13.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Brilla! Extra Dry Rosé Prosecco 2023, Prosecco D.O.C., Italy: From Botter, Brilla! 2021 rosé Prosecco is pretty ballerina pink in the glass; elegant and brilliant on the palate with a lively, persistent mousse of ripe cherry, red berry and citrus zest flavours. Chill and enjoy on its own or with crudites and dip. Rosé Prosecco food pairings: fish tacos, seafood canapes, creamy cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2027 21040 11% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Terra d'Aligi Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2023, Abruzzo D.O.C., Italy Montepulciano D'abruzzo food pairings: lamb Bolognese, veal Porterhouse, meatballs and spaghetti. Drink: 2025 - 2027 981399 13% XD 750 mL $15.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Luciano Arduini Fontana del Fongo Valpolicella Classico 2022, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Luciano Arduini’s 2021 Fontana del Fongo Valpolicella Classico melds Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella into a zesty, medium-plus-bodied wine perfumed with pink florals, cherry and savory herb nuances. Its inviting, gentle tannins frame a vibrant finish. Embrace its Italian soul alongside barbecued mushroom burgers, a meat-lovers pizza or any meaty pasta in rich tomato sauce. Valpolicella Classico food pairings: mushroom burgers, meat-lover's pizza, meaty pastas with a rich tomato sauce. Drink: 2025 - 2027 121731 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Askos Cannonau di Sardegna 2023, Sardinia D.O.C., Italy Cannonau Di Sardegna food pairings: sausage cassoulet, tourtiere, lamb ragu, grilled red meats. Drink: 2025 - 2027 36810 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Villa Cerna Primocolle Chianti Classico 2021, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Cecchi’s Villa Cerna Primocolle Classico melds ripe cherry and orange-zest brightness with savory-herb undertones in a supple, harmonious frame. Fine-grained tannins and a mineral-tinged finish keep it refreshingly poised. Drink now–2036. Pair it with Bistecca Fiorentina, roast breast of veal, or braised beef long ribs in red wine sauce Chianti Classico food pairings: Bistecca Fiorentina, roast breast of veal, braised beef long ribs in red wine sauce. Drink: 2025 - 2031 573501 14.6% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Carpineto Farnito Chardonnay 2022, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Farnito 2022 Chardonnay releases jasmine and lime blossom on the nose, layered with lychee and white nectarine, touched by brioche. Silky and broad, it lingers with a creamy flourish. Enjoy with roasted cauliflower steaks, sun-dried tomato bruschetta and charred eggplant relish. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken dishes, pork tenderloin from the grill, seafood chowder. Drink: 2025 - 2028 35950 13% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Corte Medicea Nesios Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2022, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Nesios’s 50/50 Merlot–Cabernet blend reveals ripe cherry, dark plum and cocoa-tinged oak spice, all woven into a silky, structured frame. Its seamless texture and lively acidity make it endlessly versatile. Drink now. Pair with Margherita pizza, grilled steak or pasta Bolognese. Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot food pairings: Margherita pizza, grilled steak, pasta Bolognese. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44229 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenute Orestiadi Riserva Il Bianco di Ludovico 2021, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Il Bianco di Ludovico 2021 marries Cataratto and Chardonnay on wild lees, exuding guava jam, star anise and pine resin. Broad and gripping, it finishes with warm persistence. Pair with charred zucchini blossoms, spiced lamb kefta and turmeric rice pilaf. Food pairings: grilled chicken dishes, cous cous, grilled whitefish and shellfish. Drink: 2025 - 2027 36478 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Japan

Hakutake Yuzumon Shochu Liqueur, Japan: Crafted from Honkaku rice shochu, sugar and freshly squeezed yuzu and lemon juice, this liqueur bursts with lively citrus zing balanced by soft sweetness. Its delicate complexity unfolds across the palate with floral undertones beneath the citrus perfume. Serve it on the rocks or as part of a cocktail alongside light appetizers or small plates to highlight its refreshing harmony. Shochu Liqueur food pairings: cocktails, appetizers. Drink: 2025 - 2028 29393 8% S 300 mL $15.25 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

New Zealand

River Farm Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: River Farm 2023 Sauvignon Blanc greets you with candied chili and kumquat aromas over damp gravel. Crisp and taut, its thread unravels into a mineral-soaked close. Pair with ceviche tostadas, grilled artichoke hearts and charred shishito peppers. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: goat cheese on baguette, salads, pan-fried panfish. Drink: 2025 - 2027 32547 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Villa Maria Earth Garden Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Marlborough’s Earth Garden 2024 Sauv Blanc bursts with guava and kiwi aromas framed by chalky undertones and a hint of fennel seed. It feels lean and snappy, carrying flinty depth through each sip. Serve with shrimp ceviche tostadas, lemon-dressed zucchini ribbons and chargrilled pineapple skewers. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads, ceviche, seafood chowder, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2028 24981 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Matahiwi Estate Pinot Gris 2023, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand: Matahiwi Estate 2023 Pinot Gris from Wairarapa unfurls aromas of golden plum and ripe melon layered with toasted brioche and cedar undertones. It’s lush yet agile, finishing with a zesty lift. Chill and enjoy with pork medallions in herb vinaigrette, roasted baby potatoes and charred corn salsa. Pinot Gris food pairings: veal chops, chicken schnitzels, fish and chips, salads. Drink: 2025 - 2027 12679 12.8% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Snapper Rock Pinot Noir 2022, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Snapper Rock’s Pinot Noir entices with ripe cherry, strawberry and subtle thyme-nutmeg notes. Juicy red-fruit flavors, a refined mouthfeel and gentle tannins carry into a soft, lasting close. Best enjoyed through 2027. Pair with roasted turkey legs, grilled chicken or maple-mustard glazed salmon. Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted turkey legs, grilled chicken, maple mustard glazed salmon. Drink: 2025 - 2027 41816 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Portugal

DAC Red Blend 2019, Dão D.O.P., Portugal: Dão Alvaro Castro 2019 blends Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Jaen and Alfrocheiro into a vibrant mountain red. Pure blueberry-skin intensity gives way to a spicy finale of cracked pepper, black currant and thyme that lingers impressively. A cool-climate charmer best with grilled steak, sausages with peppers or piri-piri pork. Red Blend food pairings: grilled steak, grilled sausages and peppers, roasted pork with piri piri sauce. Drink: 2025 - 2028 41893 13% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fiuza Fiuza Ducado do Infante Reserva Red 2022, Tejo D.O.P., Portugal: Reserva Red reveals a plush core of dark plum and bramble, its tannins progressively softening. Layered fruit intensity hints at even greater complexity with brief cellaring until 2027. Ideal alongside grilled steak, gourmet burgers or a hearty meat-topped pizza. Red food pairings: grilled steak, gourmet burgers, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44950 13.5% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Aveleda Solos De Xisto Alvarinho 2022, Vinho Verde, Portugal: Côte de Schistes Blanc 2022 dazzles with yuzu and Asian pear perfume threaded by iodine and wet slate. It’s opulent yet firm, promising graceful evolution. Match with crispy calamari and aioli, braised leeks and rice-noodle salad. Alvarinho food pairings: grilled calamari, grilled fish, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2025 - 2027 35465 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

South Africa

Man Family Wines Free-Run Steen Chenin Blanc 2024, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Man Vintners Free-Run Steen 2024 Chenin greets you with nectarine and honeydew aromas laced with subtle tarragon and pastry hints. The mouthfeel is satin-smooth but taut, closing on a saline blush. Pair with spiced chickpea fritters, sautéed green beans and a citrus-dressed fennel salad. Chenin Blanc food pairings: pan-fried halibut, grilled fennel sausages, Caprese salad. Drink: 2025 - 2026 126847 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Babylon's Peak Pinotage 2023, Swartland W.O., South Africa: Babylon’s Peak Pinotage, drawn from 38-year-old vines on Paardeberg’s granite slopes, pours deep garnet and perfumes the glass with bramble and blueberry. Its vibrant palate, spiced by whole-bunch maceration and framed by polished oak, leads to a structured yet supple finish. Drink 2024–2029. Pair with roast beef, roast turkey or venison ragu. Pinotage food pairings: grilled lamb, grlled steak, game-based stews. Drink: 2025 - 2029 45325 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Spain

González Byass La Copa Reserva Vermouth, Jerez, Spain: La Copa Reserva Vermouth from González Byass channels a resurrected 1896 formula, weaving savory wormwood, clove and cinnamon through a backbone of orange peel, nutmeg and angelica. Twelve months in American oak infuses toasted nut and vanilla layers beneath its herbal warmth. Serve it as a base for craft cocktails or enjoy neat with salty olives and creamy cheeses to accentuate its spicy, aromatic depth. Vermouth food pairings: cocktails, cheeses, olives. Drink: 2025 - 2028 17510 17% S 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Alceño Twelve 12 Meses Monastrell 2021, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: This 100% Monastrell from Jumilla opens with herbal oak notes, vanilla and briar framing ripe blackberries and mocha chocolate. Juicy and full-bodied, the palate shows rich fruit lifted by pepper spice. Fine-grained tannins carry you to a long, expressive finish. Drink now or cellar through 2028. Pair with veal, cheese pizza, rare beef steak or pork tenderloin. Monastrell food pairings: veal, cheese pizza, rare beef steak, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2025 - 2028 398925 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

González Byass Beronia Viñas Viejas 2020, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Beronia’s 2017 Viñas Viejas blend from La Rioja Alta unites Tempranillo, Grenache and Mazuelo from venerable vines. Deep ruby hues yield a tapestry of cherry, raspberry, tobacco and herb aromas. On the palate, ripe plum and wild herb threads give way to lingering dark chocolate, vanilla and nutty echoes. Try it with spicy meat-lovers pizza, succulent porchetta or classic roast beef. Food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, Porchetta, roast beef. Drink: 2025 - 2030 16587 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Puelles Gran Reserva 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: This Gran Reserva Rioja (95% Tempranillo, 5% Grenache, Graciano & Mazuelo) spent 24 months in French and American oak. Aromas of dark plum and red berries flow into layers of bittersweet chocolate and balsamic nuance, framed by perfect acidity and silky, integrated tannins. Drinking beautifully now and will evolve gracefully into the early 2030s. Pair with smoked meats, braised beef dishes, meat pies or hard cheeses. Food pairings: smoked meats, braised beef dishes, meat pies, hard cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2029 30222 14% XD 750 mL $26.75 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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