Argentina

Argento Finca Agrelo Single Vineyard Organic Malbec 2020, Agrelo, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Agrelo, Luján De Cuyo wine region, Argento Finca Agrelo 2020 Malbec is produced from organically grown grapes from a single vineyard. Winemaker, Juan Pablo Murgia sources grapes from organic vineyards in the Paraje Altamira zone for this wine. Fragrant with pink florals, dark cherry and balanced with bright acidity, this is a stylish, vibrant Malbec. Enjoy it with sirloin steaks from the grill. Malbec food pairings: gourmet burgers from the grill with all the trimmings, sausage cassoulet, roast partridge. Drink: 2025 - 2029 31961 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marantiqua Malbec 2024, Patagonia, Argentina: Marantiqua’s Malbec charges forward with wild-cranberry and black-currant zest, laced with herb-garden spice. A sinewy backbone and bracing lift keep it fresh. Match it with chipotle-bean empanadas and grilled zucchini ribbons. Malbec food pairings: gourmet burgers from the grill with all the trimmings, sausage cassoulet, roast partridge. Drink: 2025 - 2026 42751 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

El Ciprés Malbec 2023, Mendoza, Argentina: Correas’s El Ciprés Malbec bursts from the glass with blueberry compote, violet petals and salty-mineral dust. Silky yet taut, it’s framed by bright lift and a crisp, lingering finish. Pair with chipotle-pork tacos and cumin-spiced carrot salad. Malbec food pairings: grilled steak, BBQ ribs, hearty soups. Drink: 2025 - 2027 42736 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Australia

The Lane Vineyard Chardonnay 2023, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Stone-fruit nectarine and juicy melon dance atop a wave of vanilla-bean and toasted-cashew sweetness in this supple Chardonnay. A broad, silky core leads to a fresh citrus-spice close. Serve with saffron-cream risotto and charred shrimp. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, grilled whitefish, lobster bisque, grilled prawns. Drink: 2025 - 2029 429233 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pirramimma Stock's Hill GSM 2021, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Plush blackberry jam and vanilla custard aromas segue to clove-kissed fruit and roasted-nut depth. A fleshy midpalate is held in check by lithe tannins. Drink through 2027. Serve with burgers from the grill with all the trimmings and balsamic-glazed mushroom crostini. Food pairings: gourmet burgers from the grill with all the trimmings, sausage cassoulet, roast partridge. Drink: 2025 - 2027 41437 14.8% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Austria

Nestor Ried Waldacker Grüner Veltliner 2024, Burgenland Qualitätswein, Austria: Crisp white-apple and lemongrass scents unfold into a pepper-dust snap and saline-stone endnote in this Grüner. Racy yet textured. Ideal with duck-fat potatoes and fennel-orange salad. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: chicken or pork schnitzels, smoked whitefish, salads topped with grilled prawns. Drink: 2025 - 2027 33858 11.5% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Laurenz V. Singing Grüner Veltliner 2023, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Bright pomelo tang and honeydew sweetness are laced with tarragon and dill-weed accents, all riding a wave of salinity and subtle almond-pastel warmth. Pair with smoked-pepper tuna tataki and herbed goat-cheese tart. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: blue cheese, mixed nuts, charcuterie. Drink: 2025 - 2027 87627 12% XD 750 mL $18.00 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Canada

Creekside Red Tractor Chardonnay 2021, St. David's Bench, Niagara On-The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A breath of gentle effervescence lifts green-apple brightness and warm-pastry spice in this Niagara Chardonnay. Silken mid-palate richness meets a cool, herbal-tinged finish. Serve with shrimp-and-corn fritters and apple-sage pork tenderloin. Chardonnay food pairings: hard cheeses, Root vegetable soups, seafood Alfredo. Drink: 2025 - 2027 33492 11.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Burning Kiln Winery Cureman's Chard Chardonnay 2022, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Mango-citrus confit and pineapple rind perfume drift over a backdrop of toasted-hazelnut warmth and chalky minerality. Broad and fine-boned, it’s endlessly food-friendly. Pair with coriander-crusted fish and rosemary-garlic pork chops. Chardonnay food pairings: spinach and pepper jack stuffed chicken, pork tenderloin, lobster with melted butter. Drink: 2025 - 2027 310243 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dunrobin Distilleries Seven Seals Sherry Wood Finish Single Malt, Canada: Dunrobin Distilleries Seven Seals Sherry Wood Finish Single Malt is a smooth and generous whisky layered with dried figs, roasted almonds, and dark chocolate. Hints of orange zest and warm spice carry through on the long, silky finish. It's dry and full-bodied, best enjoyed at room temperature to let its richness unfurl. Tuck it away in your cellar for another 8-10 years, as the sherry cask influence will deepen beautifully with time. Fascinating fact: Master Blender Christian Lauper, who heads the whisky program, is known for pioneering accelerated aging techniques that use time, pressure, and temperature to develop complex flavour in a shorter span than traditional cask maturation. This whisky has also been recognized internationally for its innovation in finishing methods. Pair it with slow-roasted lamb rubbed with rosemary, as the whisky’s savoury depth harmonizes with the meat’s richness. Or try it alongside a square of flourless dark chocolate cake, where the sherry notes in the spirit play up the dessert’s bittersweet intensity. And because whisky can sometimes feel like a brooding philosopher in a glass, this one adds a wink—more lively raconteur than armchair pessimist. A beautifully crafted malt with terrific character and staying power. Drink: 2025 - 2035 46% 700 mL $79.95 Score: 95/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mastronardi Estate Winery Red Sangria, Canada: This juicy, fruit-forward sangria bursts with ripe strawberry, cherry and orange zest. It’s medium-bodied, slightly sweet, with a refreshing 6.5% alcohol. Serve it well chilled with grilled shrimp skewers brushed in a citrus glaze or alongside a classic margherita pizza for a vibrant match. Fascinating fact: Winemaker Tony Mastronardi crafts this crowd-pleaser at one of Ontario’s first family-run wineries on the North Shore, known for its sunny microclimate that ripens grapes beautifully. This sangria delivers terrific value and I’d rate it 90 points. Drink: 2025 - 2026 261347 6.5% S 750 mL $11.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tawse Grower's Blend Rosé 2024, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This Niagara blend brings together estate and grower fruit, combining Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Gamay, and Syrah for a well-balanced expression. Bright and inviting, it offers ripe red cherry, strawberry, and watermelon, accented by a touch of sage for added complexity. A vibrant and versatile choice together with charcuterie or fresh spring salads. Rosé food pairings: charcuterie, spring salad with beets and goat cheese, vegetarian pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2027 45075 13% MD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Reif Reserve Chardonnay 2023, Niagara River, Niagara-On-The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This barrel-matured Chardonnay marries golden-apple conserve with roasted-hazelnut warmth, uniting creamy brioche notes and fresh orchard blossom. Broad yet balanced, its citrus-tinted finish is seamless. Match with lobster-gnocchi in brown-butter and truffle-scented artichoke tart. Chardonnay food pairings: steamed mahi mahi, cheese, stuffed chicken roasted. Drink: 2025 - 2027 728022 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Queylus Tradition Chardonnay 2021, Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Toasted-hazelnut and warm-spice aromas weave through honeyed apricot and golden-peach notes in this glossy Chardonnay. Plush yet bright, its mineral seam keeps it poised. Best with truffle-poached chicken and brown-butter gnocchi. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, grilled pork tenderloin, grilled vegetarian flatbreads. Drink: 2025 - 2027 417774 13% XD 750 mL $33.70 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Redtail Meritage 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Two years in French oak have conferred espresso-damp plum, leather-bound mocha and a clove-and-anise spice ribbon. Firm, mouth-coating tannins hold every note in place. Enjoy alongside miso-glazed short ribs and smoked-sausage paella. Meritage food pairings: grilled steak, BBQ ribs, hearty soups. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46809 14% XD 750 mL $29.00 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Redtail Estate Pinot Noir 2023, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: County-estate Pinot Noir drapes cranberry-rose perfume over a slate-mineral frame, punctuated by baking-spice warmth. Silky tannins thread each sip to a lingering echo. Best with smoked-salmon blinis and wild-rice pilaf. Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted turkey, roasted duck with root vegetables, lentil soup. Drink: 2025 - 2032 46773 12.5% XD 750 mL $39.00 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Malivoire Gewürztraminer Icewine 2019, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Bronze-gold hues and a heady perfume of candied ginger, honeyed apricot and papaya drift from the glass, laced with a hint of spearmint and maple-syrup warmth. Lusciously satiny and decadently full-bodied, its plush sweetness finds balance in a fleeting kiss of acetone that adds character rather than distraction. Pair with foie gras torchon on toasted brioche and ginger-spiced almond financiers. Gewürztraminer Icewine food pairings: cocktails, strawberry tarts, crème brule. Drink: 2025 - 2028 542530 11% S 200 mL $39.95 Score: 96/100. August 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lakeview Wine Co. Sparkling Brut 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Crisp green-apple and pear-perfume mingle with gingerbread spice in this classic brut, its fine bead and zesty acidity energizing every sip. Balanced and inviting, it finishes with a chalky minerality. Pair with smoked-salmon blinis and truffle-scented popcorn. Sparkling Brut food pairings: oysters, grilled white fish, pasta with pesto sauce. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46774 8% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Shale Ridge Sr Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Shale Ridge’s Sr Cabernet Sauvignon from Lake Huron leaps from the glass with wild-rose perfume and ripe blackberry, anchored by thyme and forest-floor earthiness. Stainless-steel vinification locks in bright fruit, while a subtle tannic weave keeps it singing alongside grilled steak or BBQ ribs. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled steak, BBQ ribs, hearty soups. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46777 12.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

CREW Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé Sparkling 2023, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Pale-rose bubbles burst with strawberry-melon sweetness and cool red-berry lift, all underpinned by bracing acidity and a playful mousse. A sunlit sparkler, it begs for easy afternoons. Serve with goat-cheese crostini and grilled peach slices draped in prosciutto. Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé Sparkling food pairings: charcuterie, dessert tarts, cocktails. Drink: 2025 - 2027 46750 12.1% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mission Hill Reserve Chardonnay 2021, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: Orchard-pear and golden-apple aromas mingle with butterscotch and warm baking-spice notes, all wrapped in creamy oak and balanced by a citrus-laced finish. Plush and generous, it’s a toast to Okanagan sunshine. Pair with lobster bisque and truffle-macaroni gratin. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, veal Porterhouse, lobster bisque. Drink: 2025 - 2028 545004 13.8% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

1365 Church Street Vineyard & Winery Rose 2022, Nova Scotia, Canada: A vibrant and refreshing pink wine that captures summer in every sip. It opens with aromas of fresh strawberry, raspberry, and a touch of watermelon, lifted by a delicate floral note. It’s light to medium-bodied with a crisp, dry palate and 12% alcohol, offering a lively balance of fruit and acidity. Serve it well-chilled to let its brightness sparkle on the palate. Fascinating fact: The winery takes its name from its historic address, rooted in a century-old farmstead that has been lovingly restored into a boutique estate. This rosé is crafted in small lots to showcase both place and personality, making it as charming as it is delicious. Best enjoyed young for maximum freshness and vibrancy. You can order this wine directly from the winery at www1365churchstreet.com. Rose food pairings: a grilled shrimp skewer brushed with lemon and herbs, where the citrus and seafood echo the wine’s zesty lift. Or enjoy it with a Margherita pizza, its simple tomato and basil flavours harmonizing with the rosé’s juicy red fruit.. 750 mL $26.00 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Chile

Montes Alpha Special Cuvée Carmenère 2022, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: Deep garnet in the glass, this Special Cuvée is plush with macerated blackberries, roasted paprika and a whiff of olive-tapenade. Beneath it lies tobacco-ash minerality, dark chocolate and graphite notes. Sumptuously silky tannins glide into a decadent, sustained finish—unapologetically lush yet elegantly poised. Try it with espresso and cocoa-rubbed flank steak or grilled steaks. Carmenère food pairings: lamb cutlets, hamburgers, espresso and cocoa-rubbed flank steak, black bean soup, cheese. Drink: 2025 - 2027 42098 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 95/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Las Piedras, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: Imagine a Maipo Valley powerhouse that pours like liquid velvet. San Pedro’s Cabernet unfurls bright cherry and mulled-herb aromas, then floods the palate with juicy red berries spiked by minty bay leaf. Firm, mouth-coating tannins lock in structure, while lively acidity keeps every sip fresh. At this price point, it’s a wardrobe-basic cabernet that punches above its weight. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: prime rib, juicy steak, game, rustic bread, turkey. Drink: 2025 - 2027 37911 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

France

Closerie des Alisiers Aligoté 2023, Burgundy A.P., France: Crisp orchard-pear aromas and grapefruit pith give way to chalky minerality and toasted-nut whispers in this expressive Aligoté. Sleek and mouthwatering, its spine of salinity carries through the finish. Pair with lemon-butter sole and miso-glazed aubergine. Aligoté food pairings: pan-fried panfish, green salads, bouillabaisse. Drink: 2025 - 2026 557728 12.6% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famille Perrin Peyre Blanche Châteauneuf Du Pape 2022, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Here’s a sumptuous southern Rhône-inspired blend—60 % Grenache cushions 40 % Syrah across sun-kissed terraces of clay, gravel and buttery sandstone. Plush waves of red-berry sweetness roll into a pepper-spiced core, while whispering garrigue herbs lend Provençal intrigue. Velvety enough to enjoy now, it will only gain nuance through 2030. Think char-grilled lamb chops, or even crispy seitan tenders cloaked in harissa mayo. Châteauneuf Du Pape food pairings: herb-roasted lamb, pork tenderloin, cheddar cheese. Drink: 2025 - 2030 650960 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Yannick Prevoteau La Perle des Treilles Brut Champagne, Champagne A.O.C., France: Toasted-brioche aromatics swirl over quince-and-citrus-blossom ripeness in this refined Champagne, its persistent bead and saline streak driving to a lingering, moreish finish. Elegant and utterly composed. Pair with Oysters Rockefeller and Gruyère gougères. Brut Champagne food pairings: oysters, grilled white fish, pasta with pesto sauce. Drink: 2025 - 2030 45451 12% XD 750 mL $75.95 Score: 95/100. August 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Alain Geoffroy Beauroy Chablis 2023, Burgundy A.P., France: Layered with steely minerality, this Chablis sprays vibrant lemon-zest and white-peach nectar, all held together by a razor-sharp backbone of chalky tension. Poised for the cellar, it will evolve through 2034. Serve alongside porcini ravioli and yuzu-cured trout. Chablis food pairings: oysters, grilled white fish, chicken, pasta with pesto sauce, avocado salad, mussels with a lemon-herb sauce. Drink: 2025 - 2033 733501 13% XD 750 mL $48.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Xavier Vignon Arcane XIX Le Soleil Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2015, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.O.P., France: Le Soleil radiates inky garnet color and plush black-cherry aromas, then unfolds silky Grenache richness spiced with cocoa and thyme-scented garrigue. The old-vine trio (80 % Grenache, 10 % Syrah, 10 % Mourvèdre) strikes an elegant balance between power and poise, the tannins melting into a lengthy, savory close. Still laced with energy for another decade, and when you finally do open it, serving it alongside roasted lamb or pork tenderloin will be a heavenly pairing. Food pairings: herb-roasted lamb, pork tenderloin, cheddar cheese. Drink: 2025 - 2027 609438 15.4% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pierre Sparr Sol Calcaire Pinot Gris 2020, Alsace A.C., France: White-flower lift and pear-nectar ripeness unfurl over a streak of wet-stone minerality in this limestone-driven Pinot Gris. Ripe yet nimble, its balanced sweetness is offset by a crisp, saline finish. Pair with crab-cakes and goat-cheese-sage salad. Pinot Gris food pairings: sushi, BBQ pork riblets, mild vegetarian curries. Drink: 2025 - 2027 19482 12% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine de Mus Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Pays D'oc, Languedoc I.G.P., France: Brambley blackberry and tart cherry notes are lifted by fresh herbal undertones and a whisper of loam. Medium-bodied with powdery tannins, it finishes bright and savory. Enjoy now or up to 2028. Pair with roast beef or pork cutlets. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: lamb chops, roast beef, pork cutlets. Drink: 2025 - 2028 43565 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cellier des Dauphins Réserve Côtes du Rhône 2022, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Here’s your new go-to Rhône at $17: Cellier des Dauphins Réserve 2022. A balanced blend (60 % Grenache/40 % Syrah) bursting with blueberry and bramble, accented by anise spice. Medium-bodied and crisp, it’s wrapped in satiny tannins that cradle the fruit and coax a lingering blueberry echo. Enjoy now through 2028 with a meat and cheeseboard or roast chicken. Food pairings: roast pork, slow-braised beef long ribs, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 14081 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nuiton-Beaunoy Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2023, Burgundy A.O.C., France: From mid-slope clay-limestone soils, bright red cherry and redcurrant glimmer beneath a veil of forest-floor herbs and whispery smoke. Silk-smooth tannins cradle each vibrant note, offering airy structure without weight. Enjoy alongside wild-mushroom risotto and pork-tenderloin medallions with cherry gastrique. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast Cornish game hens with wild rice, veal chops, leg of lamb, sauteed pork tenderloin, lamb chops, veal cutlets. Drink: 2025 - 2028 556456 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cellier des Dauphins Val Soleu Organic Rosé 2024, Drôme, Rhône I.G.P., France: Wild-strawberry and pink-grapefruit aromatics lead into a crisp, citrus-zest finish on this organic Rosé. Silky and bright, it’s pure refreshment. Serve chilled with smoked-salmon rice-paper rolls and herb-crusted goat-cheese croquettes. Rosé food pairings: creamy cheeses, grilled shrimp tacos, salads, cold turkey sandwiches. Drink: 2025 - 2026 37664 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Gerard Bertrand An 1152 Heritage Cahors Malbec 2021, Cahors A.C., France: This Cahors Malbec greets you with ripe blackberry, crushed violet and fertile loam. Medium-bodied and caressing, its polished tannins give way to a mid-palate crescendo of juicy dark fruit framed by lavender notes. A fragrant, easy-drinking charmer through 2026 paired with burgers from the grill or sausage casoulette. Malbec food pairings: gourmet burgers from the grill with all the trimmings, sausage cassoulet, roast partridge. Drink: 2025 - 2027 43536 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Val-Joanis Rosé 2024, Luberon, Rhône A.P., France: Summer-berry cheer—cherry, peach and lemon zest—rides atop fragrant garrigue herbs in this Provençal rosé blend. Effervescent and playful, it’s perfect all day long. Match with zucchini-flower fritters and citrus-marinated shrimp. Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken breast, crab cakes and pesto sauce, smoked whitefish. Drink: 2025 - 2026 707281 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Benedetti Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020, Rhône A.O.C., France: This vintage already outpaces its peers, weaving garrigue herb threads through glossy blackberries and a stony mineral undertow. Midweight and poised, its vibrant lift carries through to a savory, flint-tinged close. Give it years to deepen or pour today alongside grilled eggplant stacks and herb-crusted pork tenderloin. Food pairings: roasted game meats, grilled steak, grilled pork or game sausage. Drink: 2025 - 2030 43585 15% XD 750 mL $63.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Villa Aix en Provence Rosé 2024, Coteaux D'aix En Provence, Provence A.P., France: Saline-kissed herbs and wet-stone aromas give way to bubble-gum sweetness and white-flower perfume in this Provencal rosé. A mouthcoating core of peach and grapefruit is held aloft by mineral tension. A Best Buy—enjoy with cold roast chicken sandwiches or fresh steamed shrimp. Rosé food pairings: cold roast chicken sandwiches, salads, fresh steamed shrimp. Drink: 2025 - 2026 668426 12.7% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château du Chatelard Cuvée Les Roches Morgon 2020, Morgon, Beaujolais A.C., France: From head-pruned vines on schist and quartz, this wine layers black-raspberry ripple with forest-floor earth and a dash of crushed-pepper spice. A firm, mineral-driven frame promises graceful evolution over the next half-decade. Serve with porcini-polenta cakes and a hearty Lentil Bourguignon. Food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, duck confit, pork roast. Drink: 2025 - 2029 558528 14.7% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château de la Chapelle 2020, Blaye Côtes De Bordeaux, Bordeaux A.O.C., France: Château de la Chapelle 2018 drapes 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet in cassis-laden depth and bittersweet-chocolate accents, all framed by a salty mineral whisper and fine tannin weave. A superb value from Blaye. Match with beef tartare and truffle-tagliatelle. Food pairings: lamb chops, roast beef, pork cutlets. Drink: 2025 - 2030 25385 13% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Maby La Forcadière Tavel Rosé 2024, Rhône A.P., France: Tangy strawberry-melon glaze meets pepper-snap spice and garrigue-herb lift in this structured Tavel. Built for the long haul through 2030, it blossoms over time. Pair with saffron-aioli crab cakes and rosemary-polenta fries. Tavel Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese, flattened Cornish hen with savoury dressing. Drink: 2025 - 2030 701318 14% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château La Rose de Vitrac de Vitrac 2022, Bordeaux A.O.C., France: Lush cassis and bright cherry intertwine with Cabernet’s graphite-dust tannins in a poised, muscular frame. A silky mocha echo lingers on the finish. Match with porcini-creamed polenta and charred-peach bruschetta. Food pairings: lamb chops, roast beef, pork cutlets. Drink: 2025 - 2030 43908 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Georgia

Teliani Valley Winery 97 Unfiltered Saperavi Dry Red 2022, Kakheti, Georgia: This unfiltered Saperavi pours midnight violet, bursting with hibiscus florals and a core of blueberry-ink fruit. Its plush midpalate cascades into a smoky, graphite-tinged finish. An attention-grabbing pour with smoked brisket and feta-stuffed peppers. Saperavi Dry Red food pairings: roasted game meats, grilled steak, grilled pork or game sausage. Drink: 2025 - 2027 45078 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Germany

Louis Guntrum Km482 Rhein River Dry Riesling 2023, Rheinhessen, Germany: Juicy apricot-plum fusion and ripe-pear perfume shine through, anchored by a citrus-zest spine and bright-acid thrust. Effortlessly drinkable. Serve alongside spiced-pork sliders and autumn-vegetable gratin. Riesling food pairings: grilled sausages, pork tenderloin with chutney, root vegetable soup. Drink: 2025 - 2026 45017 12.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Greece

Oenops Wines Apla Dry Red Blend 2022, Drama P.G.I., Greece: A playful red with wild strawberry and tart raspberry entwined with forest-floor hints of fresh mushroom and lemon leaf. Medium-bodied and lively, its zesty acidity keeps the berry fruit bouncing, while subtle grainy tannins add just enough grip. Charming and effortless—ideal for an al fresco midweek pour. A great dinnercompanion to grilled game meats or steak. Food pairings: roasted game meats, grilled steak, grilled pork or game sausage. Drink: 2025 - 2027 27480 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Boutari The Authentic Assyrtiko 2023, Macedonia P.G.I., Greece: Mountain-cooled Assyrtiko bursts with yuzu and lime-zest, weaving in brioche-dusted lees and saline-chalk tension. Crisp and immediate, it’s a natural for ceviche tostadas and saffron-cream mussels. Assyrtiko food pairings: grilled shellfish dishes, grilled veggies, taramosalata and veggies. Drink: 2025 - 2026 44246 13% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Papagiannakos Assyrtiko 2023, Attica, Central Greece P.G.I., Greece: Flint-dusted petrol and green-fig zest leap from the glass in this tightly wound Assyrtiko. Underpinned by crisp acidity, it drives to a saline finale. Pair with herb-crusted calamari and shaved fennel carpaccio. Assyrtiko food pairings: grilled shellfish dishes, grilled veggies, taramosalata and veggies. Drink: 2025 - 2027 33260 13% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Italy

Mastroberardino Del Sannio Falanghina 2023, Campania D.O.C., Italy: Sunwarm lime-blossom and ripe peach aromas evolve into banana-sugar nuances and wild-herb lift in this lively Falanghina. Bright and saline, it pairs beautifully with crab-apple salad and ginger-spiked tofu skewers. Falanghina food pairings: grilled seafood, calamari, linguini vongole. Drink: 2025 - 2026 562173 12.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marchesi De Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Rialzi Chianti Classico 2020, Gaiole, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From Chianti Classico’s storied hills, this Gran Selezione melds ripe plum, wild cherry and saddle-leather with a brisk lift of rosemary and crushed stone. Mid-palate tension builds into a racy mineral spine, while fine-grained tannins carry an echoing, balanced finish. Decant 90 minutes for full clarity; evolution assured through 2043. Great with a cheesy pizza or veal Parmesan. Chianti Classico food pairings: meaty lasagne, cheesy pizza, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2025 - 2043 17682 14% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 96/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cantina Tollo Orapiena Riserva Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2020, Abruzzo D.O.C., Italy: This Montepulciano Riserva unfurls layers of stewed cherry, bramble and dried lavender, shot through with licorice root and subtle vanilla oak. Sumptuous yet structured, its velvety tannins hold in check a core of ripe dark fruit and forest-floor spice. A beautifully nuanced Abruzzo classic. Try it with roast pork or hard cheeses. Montepulciano D'abruzzo food pairings: meat pies, roast pork, hard cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2026 36526 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tolaini Al Passo 2021, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Al Passo’s 2021 cuvée unfurls Morello-cherry compote and cedar smoke threaded with licorice root and a whisper of incense. A harmonious trio of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon dances on a spine of lively tension. Cellar through 2036 or enjoy now with rosemary-fried chicken and fennel-grilled sausage. Food pairings: grilled tagliatta steak, roast beef, pappardelle with cinghiale ragu. Drink: 2025 - 2036 164954 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Monte Schiavo Ruviano Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico 2023, Marche D.O.C., Italy: Wild-herb perfume and crisp green-apple notes leap from the glass, underpinned by zesty lemon-pith snap and a faint bitter-almond flourish. Taut and enlivening, its mineral backbone adds welcome tension. Pair with grilled sea bass and fennel-citrus salad. Food pairings: grilled seafood, calamari, linguini vongole. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44279 11.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sant'antonio Scaia Chardonnay 2023, Trevenezie, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: Pineapple-guava brightness and jasmine perfume dance across the palate, giving way to creamy white-peach and tart-mango layers on a spine of flinty minerality. Textured yet light, its focused finish delivers a punch of freshness. Pair with coconut-curry shrimp and grilled halloumi salad. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled seafood, calamari, linguini vongole. Drink: 2025 - 2026 44233 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Michele Castellani Cinque Stelle Amarone Classico 2020, Collezione Ca' Del Pipa, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Meet the Michele Castellani Cinque Stelle Amarone: austere yet invitingly generous, with dense black cherry, cassis and plum folded into anise spice and white-pepper heat. A smoky seam of flinty mineral and bittersweet chocolate underscores velvet-rich tannins. Crafted from sun-dried Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella & Molinara, each berry rests in Slavonian cask and French barrique for three years, then another year in bottle. A sublime lesson in Valpolicella’s raisined power. Perfect alongside some osso buco with saffron risotto. Amarone Classico food pairings: rich tomato sauce and pasta, vegetarian lasagna, fricassee rabbit. Drink: 2025 - 2028 75127 15% D 750 mL $49.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Michele Chiarlo Nivole Moscato d'Asti 2024, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Spring-blossom perfume and apricot-jam sweetness swirl through a light cloud of fizz in this Moscato D’asti, its gentle mousse buoyed by a lively thread of citrus lift. Playful and fragrant, it’s pure delight in a glass. Pair with lemon-thyme scones and strawberry mascarpone tart. Moscato D'asti food pairings: peach pie, mandarin cheesecake, apple and almond torte. Drink: 2025 - 2027 942888 5.5% S 750 mL $20.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jermann Pinot Grigio 2024, Friuli D.O.C., Italy: Tropical-mango and nectarine blur intertwine with green-apple crunch and a chalky mineral seam in this vibrant Pinot Grigio. Crisp and sustained, it complements lobster-bisque soup and lemongrass-lime fish cake. Pinot Grigio food pairings: spring green salads, butternut squash risotto, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2028 12812 13.5% XD 750 mL $47.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Banfi ASKA Bolgheri Rosso 2021, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Banfi’s Aska unfolds cedar-and-leather aromas threaded with cassis and minty eucalyptus. A taut, fresh backbone carries through to a savory, oak-spice close. Gorgeous with porcini arancini and aged-gouda croquettes. Food pairings: wild mushroom ragu, hard cheeses, striploin steaks from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2037 459644 14% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tedeschi Capitel San Rocco Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2021, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Tedeschi’s Ripasso Superiore 2019 exudes lavender-scented spice and brambly red-cherry notes, lifted by an energetic seam of stemmy brightness. Medium-full yet nimble, it finishes with a lasting spice echo. Drink through 2030. Pair with rosemary lamb skewers and braised-oxtail pappardelle. Food pairings: pizza topped with steak strips and garlic, spicy sausage, prime rib roast, hearty winter stew. Drink: 2025 - 2028 719294 14.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Borghini Baldovinetti de Bacci Poggio Uliveto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: San Fabiano’s Sangiovese greets you with dried floral and star-anise nuances drifting over tart cranberry and candied orange peel. A chalky entry yields to smooth tannins and a bright, focused finish. Best from 2029 onward. Pair with duck-confit tacos and spring asparagus gratin. Food pairings: meaty lasagne, cheesy pizza, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2025 - 2030 44589 14% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rocca di Castagnoli Riserva Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Rocca di Castagnoli’s Riserva Classico weds tart cherry and wild-raspberry essence with thyme-scrub and iron-dust minerality. Chalky tannins frame a precise, lingering tail. Decant before serving alongside grilled quail and lentil ragù. Chianti Classico food pairings: meaty lasagne, cheesy pizza, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2025 - 2043 44250 14% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Accornero Campomoro Barbera Piemonte 2023, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: This dense red melds blackberry compote, bittersweet chocolate and warm clove notes into a poised framework of firm tannins. Balanced yet bold, it finishes long and resonant. Enjoy now through 2030 with Moroccan lamb tagine and roasted-root hash. Barbera Piemonte food pairings: chicken Kiev, grilled pork chops, Salisbury steak. Drink: 2025 - 2030 475269 14% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casale del Bosco Brunello di Montalcino 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A heady swirl of ripe cherry and macerated strawberry meets a streak of crushed stone in this opulent red. Eucalyptus-tinged lift balances generous, polished tannins, pulling through to a resonant, mineral-kissed finish. Best from 2028 onward. Pair with roast leg of lamb, veal piccata, or hard cheese. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: grilled steak, roast leg of lamb, hard cheese, veal piccata. Drink: 2025 - 2042 438572 14% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 95/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casel Farneto Cimarè Piceno Rosso 2023, Marche D.O.C., Italy: Montepulciano and Sangiovese entwine in rose-petal perfume and bright-red fruit compote atop a foundation of sweet vanilla bean. A silky, structured frame carries a gentle spice thread to the finish. Drink now or cellar. Serve with lamb-chop scaloppini and roasted-pepper bruschetta. Food pairings: meat pies, roast pork, hard cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44244 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Japan

Nanbu Bijin Ginjo Sake, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan: Bright orchard-fruit sweetness and a whisper of white pepper spice meld in this age-honored sake, its gentle weight balanced by a lively, cleansing finish. Fresh and inviting, it makes every dish feel celebratory. Pair with miso-glazed eggplant and seared tuna tataki. Sake food pairings: grilled fish, sashimi, cocktails. Drink: 2025 - 2026 26396 15.8% XD 720 mL $32.00 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mio Sake Sparkling Sake, Kyoto, Japan, Japan: Airy elderflower and lychee perfume float atop a pear-and-white-grape core in this fine-bubbled brew, its sleek mousse carrying to a crisp, mineral-tinged finish. Bright and ethereal, it’s perfect for those seeking a lighter-alcohol celebration. Pair with cucumber-sesame salad and truffle-cured salmon bites. Sparkling Sake food pairings: apple cake with vanilla ice cream, baked brie with strawberry coulis, fresh fruit cup. Drink: 2025 - 2026 388553 5% S 300 mL $15.75 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dewazakura Dewasansan Junmai Ginjo Sake, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan: Lavender-petal perfume and crisp green-apple brightness unfurl over a creamy umami core in this Ginjo sake, its velvety mouthfeel framed by brisk acidity. Sleek and expressive, it’s a model of modern Japanese elegance. Serve chilled alongside vegetable tempura and yuzu-marinated scallop carpaccio. Sake food pairings: sushi, grilled shrimp, tempura. Drink: 2025 - 2026 23874 15% XD 300 mL $12.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mexico

L.A. Cetto Petit Sirah 2022, Guadalupe Valley, Baja California, Mexico: From Baja’s sun-soaked Guadalupe Valley comes L.A. Cetto’s Old Vines Petite Sirah—a $15 marvel. Inky purple in the glass, it’s loaded with jammy blackberry and plum purée, streaked with smoky, savory meatiness and dried-herb whispers. Fresh acidity slices through the richness, making it a perfect partner for a loaded meat-lover’s pizza or grilled sausages. Petit Sirah food pairings: lamb cutlets, hamburgers, espresso and cocoa-rubbed flank steak, black bean soup, cheese. Drink: 2025 - 2027 983742 14% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

New Zealand

Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Lifted feijoa perfume and Granny Smith-apple freshness unfold into starfruit and lemongrass notes in this vivacious Sauvignon. Seamless acidity keeps each mouthful dancing. Pair with wasabi-seared ahi and mint-cucumber salad. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: chicken Alfredo, seafood, vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2027 981670 13% XD 750 mL $18.00 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dashwood Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Sleek lemon-zest and dewy grass aromas give way to a bright-acid punch and chalky minerality. Lean yet engaging, its purity is unmistakable. Match with anchovy-butter mushrooms and asparagus-prosciutto rolls. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: summer salad topped with goat cheese and ripe peaches, herbed breads, brunch fare. Drink: 2025 - 2026 465989 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Astrolabe Marlborough Pinot Noir 2022, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Rose-petal perfume and black-cherry glare leap from the glass, carried on a frame of zesty acidity and fine tannins. Medium-bodied and vivacious, it’s perfect now or for short-term cellaring. Serve alongside charred corn risotto and thyme-roasted quail or roasted lamb. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast leg of lamb, roast pork with corn niblets and red bell pepper, roast crackling duck. Drink: 2025 - 2028 538918 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Portugal

Castello d'Alba 2023, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: A zesty citrus-fruit core and pineapple-leaf essence shimmer over a steely, minerally foundation in this Douro white blend. Fresh herb nuances add charm. Serve chilled with lemongrass shrimp and grilled zucchini ribbons. Food pairings: roast chicken, grilled prawns, pork tenderloin from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2026 37725 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Adega Cooperativa de Vidigueira Alicante Bouschet 2022, Alentejo D.O.C., Portugal: Pure Alicante Bouschet in full force: saturated black-currant and bramble, threaded with rosemary and thyme echoes. Broad-rounded and plush, grainy skin tannins deliver a peppery bite that segues into a sleek, graphite-tinged finale. A textbook example of this Rhône-adjacent varietal’s prowess. Works well with a margherita pizza or gourmet burgers. Alicante Bouschet food pairings: spaghetti with meatballs, margherita pizza, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 45323 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

South Africa

Rustenberg Wild Ferment Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Highland Sauvignon fermented in seasoned oak reveals gooseberry-tart ripeness, luscious pineapple and creamy white-peach sweetness. Smooth yet lifted, its grassy-tine finish lingers. Match with lemongrass-coconut curry prawn skewers and shaved asparagus salad. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: asparagus frittata, summer salads, grilled prawns. Drink: 2025 - 2030 45167 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

La Motte Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: La Motte’s 2018 Cabernet cascades blackcurrant jelly, violet-stem perfume and mint-kissed mocha, wrapped in discreet oak spice. Medium-full with a polished tannin weave. Try with beef-Wellington bites and porcini-ravioli. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef, hard cheeses, bison burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2028 21155 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Spain

Palacios Remondo La Montesa Rioja 2021, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: With half its clusters intact, this wine delivers maraschino-cherry echoes layered over pomegranate glaze, all bound by sleek citrus tension. Youthful and nervy, it will deepen through 2030. Serve with grilled steaks or gourmet burgers. Rioja food pairings: charcuterie, grilled steak, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2030 44408 14% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 94/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

San Alejandro Evodia Garnacha 2022, Spain: Evodia Garnacha bursts with cranberry compote and pomegranate-seed perfume, embraced by gentle tannins and a minerally underpinning. Vivid yet suave, it dances on the palate. Pair with manchego-stuffed piquillo peppers and caramelized-onion tart. Garnacha food pairings: grilled bavette steak, sausage casserole, grilled chicken breasts. Drink: 2025 - 2027 23914 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Manzanos Las Campanas Reserva 2018, Navarra D.O., Spain: A fresh Iberian red melding plum and blackberry with woodland whispers of mushroom, vanilla pod and dark cocoa. Medium-bodied and energetic, its bright berry core is framed by gently chewy tannins. Straightforward, delicious—and ready to drink over the next five years. A fine partner for roast beef or grilled steak. Food pairings: grilled game, grilled steak, roast beef. Drink: 2025 - 2028 44367 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Altos de Rioja Altos R Tempranillo 2023, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Leather-tinged earthiness and cinnamon-spice warmth weave through this six-month-oaked Tempranillo, with a cedar plank whisper on the finish. Pair with rosemary-garlic lamb chops and aged-manchego crostini. Tempranillo food pairings: charcuterie, grilled steak, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2028 44358 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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