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Vintages Release October 11, 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.

White Wine

Lightfoot & Wolfville Ancienne Wild Fermented Chardonnay 2021, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: Ancienne Wild Fermented Chardonnay from Lightfoot & Wolfville delivers concentrated apple and citrus flavors lifted by bright acidity, with toasted-nut and chamomile accents and a whisper of sea-salt minerality. Pair with oysters or grilled scallops. Chardonnay food pairings: seafood Shepherd's pie, butter-sautéed scallops, roast chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2027 462093 13% XD 750 mL $52.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Tenute Silvio Nardi Brunello di Montalcino 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Tenute Silvio Nardi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino layers black-cherry and cassis aromas with Provençal-herb underbrush and toasted-almond sweetness, supported by velvety tannins and steadfast balance. Fabulous together with braised lamb or aged pecorino. Food pairings: low-braised lamb shanks, pork shoulder roast, venison stew. Drink: 2025 - 2040 922054 14% XD 750 mL $63.55 Score: 95/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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