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Vintages Release September 27, 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

Monasterio De La Viñas 2020, Cariñena D.O., Spain: Monasterio de las Viñas Reserva 2020 is a fantastic value red blend, crafted from Garnacha, Tempranillo, Cariñena, and Cabernet Sauvignon in the Cariñena wine region. This dry, medium-bodied wine is both fruity and savoury, with flavours of ripe blueberry, strawberry, clove, nutmeg, and herbs, finishing with an earthy note and a bright twist of orange zest. Its creamy tannins add a smooth touch to this easy-drinking, crowd-pleasing wine. Pair it with grilled lamb chops or veal chops. Food pairings: grilled lamb chops, roast of pork in wine jus, veal chops. Drink: 2025 - 2027 166579 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dessert Wine

Krohn Vintage Port 2017, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: Inky violet hues give way to an aromatic tapestry of blackberry briar, damson and wildflower nectar; on the palate, opulent sloe fruit is cradled by molten tannins, low-slung acidity and an undercurrent of herbal apothecary; sumptuous weight and polished grip promise years of evolution. Pair with blue cheese or dark chocolate truffles. Port food pairings: cocktails, dark chocolate, custard pastries with red wine reduction. Drink: 2025 - 2030 43543 20% S 750 mL $59.95 Score: 90/100. September 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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