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Vintages Release August 16, 2025

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Sparkling Wine

Sébastien Lefevre Les Dryades Champagne Blanc De Blanc 2016, Champagne A.C., France: This vintage Champagne Blanc De Blanc is produced by Sébastien Lefevre. Produced from sustainably grown Chardonnay, Les Dryades 2016 is zesty with crunchy green apple, citrus zest, toasty and savoury on the palate with a creamy mousse and a long and zesty minerally finish. Champagne Blanc De Blanc food pairings: seafood canapes, creamy cheeses, chips and dip. Drink: 2025 - 2028 45867 13% XD 750 mL $95.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Los Clop Sur Malbec 2023, Mendoza, Argentina: Los Clop Sur 2023 Malbec is a great value Argentinean Malbec at $15. Rich on the nose with blackberry, dark cherry, cocoa and minerally flavours on the palate, the wine is dry, full-bodied and nicely balanced with food-friendly acidity for anything from an asado. Drink or hold to 2029. Malbec food pairings: lamb ragu, venison sausages from the grill, lentil and beef stew. Drink: 2025 - 2029 42759 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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