Dessert Wine

Lakeview Cellars Gewürztraminer Icewine 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lusciously expressive and richly textured, this Gewürztraminer Icewine showcases intense aromas of lychee, golden dried apricot and a drizzle of honey. The palate is vivid and opulent, offering layers of ripe tropical fruit lifted by zesty acidity. Serve well-chilled with a slice of lemon tart or try it alongside fresh fruit. Gewürztraminer Icewine food pairings: fresh fruit, lychee, mandarin fruit cup, lemon custard tart. Drink: 2025 - 2028 547703 11.2% S 200 mL $34.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Taylor Fladgate Historical Collection Limited Edition The Globe Reserve Tawny Port, Portugal: This bespoke cask-aged Port reveals black-strap molasses and dried-fig sweetness framed by warm spice and oak nuance. Try it with dark-chocolate truffles or almond biscotti. Tawny Port food pairings: hard aged cheeses, dark chocolate, cocktails. Drink: 2025 - 2030 46210 20% S 750 mL $52.95 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bulas Vintage Port 2017, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: This vintage port exudes wild-strawberry and violet aromas woven with liquorice spice, then glides across a silken palate balanced by fine tannins and warming sweetness. Try it with chocolate-covered figs or aged blue cheese. Vintage Port food pairings: hard aged cheeses, dark chocolate, cocktails. Drink: 2025 - 2048 46576 20% S 750 mL $46.95 Score: 96/100. October 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Taylor Fladgate Century of Port, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: Tawny Ports from 10 to 40 years offer evolving notes of toasted almond, fig jam, butterscotch and dried-fruit depth. Port food pairings: hard aged cheeses, dark chocolate, cocktails. Drink: 2025 - 2025 312686 19% S 1500 mL $318.95 Score: 96/100. October 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Inniskillin Icewine Holiday Duo 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Inniskillin Icewine duo melds peach-apricot warmth with zesty-lime lift, framed by honeyed sweetness and bright acidity. Fabulous together with fruit flans or berry cobbler. Icewine Holiday Duo food pairings: honey cake, chocolate cookies, berry tarts, apple dumplings. Drink: 2025 - 2028 601021 12% S 400 mL $89.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tommasi Fiorato Recioto della Valpolicella Classico Dessert Wine 2021, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Recioto dessert wine dazzles with rose-petal and cocoa aromas over dried-plum depth, while a viscous core of baked plum and chocolate unfolds with lingering tea nuances and gentle oak framing. A rich, luxurious dessert wine with aromas of jammy raspberries.or crème brûlée. Try it with dark-chocolate truffles Della Valpolicella Classico Dessert Wine food pairings: biscotti, panettone, black forest cake. Drink: 2025 - 2035 36236 13% S 375 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Anselmann Edesheimer Rosengarten Siegerrebe Spätlese 2024, Pfalz Prädikatswein, Germany: Anselmann Siegerrebe Spätlese offers rose-petal perfume, mango and guava sweetness with a zesty lime lift and satiny texture. Try it with honey-glazed ham or spicy Korean-style chicken. Siegerrebe Spätlese food pairings: fruit flan, apple cobbler, green salad with mango and strawberries, spicy curry dishes,. Drink: 2025 - 2027 910554 8% S 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Other Wines/Drinks

Yamatan Masamune Ginjo Sake, Japan: Yamatan Masamune Junmai presents polished rice-sweetness and delicate floral-fruit notes with a refined, silky mouthfeel and gentle acidity. Excellent with sashimi or lightly seasoned grilled fish. Sake food pairings: sushi, tempura, fried calamari. Drink: 2025 - 2028 26634 15.8% XD 720 mL $37.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kina Karo White Vermouth Aperitif, France: Kina Karo White Vermouth marries chamomile, sage and wormwood with citrus peel and thyme, finishing slightly bitter and herbal; it lifts cocktails or pairs with citrusy canapés. Try it in a Moscow mule or with smoked salmon blinis. White Vermouth Aperitif food pairings: cocktails, aged cheeses, roasted nuts. Drink: 2025 - 2028 47102 16% S 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Honshu-Ichi Muroka Junmaishu Sake, Hiroshima, Japan: Umeda-shuzoujou Junmai Ginjo unveils tropical pineapple and mango perfume with a crisp, mildly acidic finish and polished texture. Excellent with foie gras torchon or mango-vanilla tart. Sake food pairings: sushi, tempura, fried calamari. Drink: 2025 - 2027 45726 16.8% XD 300 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nikka From The Barrel Whisky, Japan: A powerful, complex spirit that greets you with aromas of caramel, dried fruit, and toasted oak, layered with spice, vanilla, and a hint of smoke. On the palate, it’s full-bodied, rich, and warming, with flavors of toffee, orange peel, baking spice, and a touch of leather, all carried by its bold 51.4% alcohol. The texture is velvety yet assertive, finishing long and layered. Serve it neat to appreciate its intensity, or with a splash of water to open up its intricate aromas. Fascinating fact: Created in 1985 by master blender Tadashi Sakuma, this whisky combines over 100 different malt and grain whiskies, which are re-casked to “marry” before bottling—a technique that adds remarkable depth and harmony. With its strength and concentration, it will keep beautifully for many years once opened if stored properly. From The Barrel Whisky food pairings: square of dark chocolate, where its cocoa and spice notes create a luxurious match. Or sip it alongside a plate of charcuterie, where its richness and heat cut through savory flavors.. 10226 51.4% 500 mL $64.95 Score: 95/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Starlino Vermouth, Italy: Bourbon-barrel-aged Vermouth layers bitter-orange and rhubarb botanicals with clove and toasted-vanilla richness from Kentucky barrels, finishing long and gently sweet. Try it over an ice cube with an orange twist or alongside chocolate-nut pralines. Vermouth food pairings: fruit cake, blue cheese, cocktails. Drink: 2025 - 2026 39691 17% S 750 mL $28.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hida Jiman Onikoroshi Junmaishu Sake, Gifu Prefecture, Japan: Junmai Daiginjo (Hida Takayama) shows pear and white-peach clarity, a dry, crystalline profile and elegant umami-mineral undertones. Fabulous with tempura or lightly seasoned nigiri sushi. Sake food pairings: sushi, tempura, fried calamari. Drink: 2025 - 2025 45929 15.5% XD 720 mL $35.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2020, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Tommasi Amarone (375 ml) layers licorice and red-pepper spice over ripe black-cherry and plum, finishing with cedar and dried-tobacco complexity and firm, age worthy tannins. Fabulous alongside Bistecca Fiorentina or aged pecorino. Food pairings: meaty stews, roasts, blue cheese, hamburger, osso buco. Drink: 2025 - 2029 980128 15% XD 375 mL $28.95 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Peller Estates Private Reserve Gamay Noir 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Peller Estates Private Reserve Noir Gamay bursts with cherry and red-berry perfume edged by tomato-leaf and cracked black pepper, while a juicy, precise palate keeps it utterly food-friendly. Try it with baked salmon or gourmet burgers. Gamay Noir food pairings: grilled salmon, antipasto plate, meaty tomato based pasta, roasted turkey. Drink: 2025 - 2028 444745 12.5% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 89/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Di Majo Norante Contado Riserva Aglianico del Molise 2019, Molise D.O.C., Italy: Di Majo Norante Contado Riserva Aglianico shows black-cherry and currant depth framed by tobacco, dried-herb and bitter-chocolate notes, with firm structure and a long, toasty finish. Excellent with braised beef or roasted game. Food pairings: grilled lamb, grilled game, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 38128 14.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Frescobaldi Perano Chianti Classico Magnum 2022, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: This magnum pours mixed-berry and sage aromatics with anise and licorice spice, then delivers a balanced, medium-bodied palate of silky tannins and bright, citrusy lift. Try it with roast pork or herb-roasted chicken. Chianti Classico Magnum food pairings: meaty pasta and rich tomato sauce dishes, roast chicken, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2025 - 2035 46203 14% XD 1500 mL $59.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cantine Leonardo da Vinci Leonardo Chianti Jeroboam 2023, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Jeroboam format offers amplified presence and slow-evolving depth—richer fruit and broader texture—perfect for celebratory roasts or large-format feasts. Chianti Jeroboam food pairings: veal Parmesan, cheesy pizza, grilled game sausages, lamb Bolognese. Drink: 2025 - 2030 661116 13% XD 5000 mL $129.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Roc des Templiers Plan de Dieu Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2023, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.O.C., France: This 2023 Terranea Côtes du Rhône-Villages opens with ripe cherry and plum, edged by thyme and garrigue herbs, while a core of cassis and black-pepper spice rides a supple, medium-plus frame. Try it with stuffed lamb chops or roast pheasant. Food pairings: stuffed lamb chops, tourtière, roast chicken, pheasant. Drink: 2025 - 2027 539916 14.2% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Papale Linea Oro Primitivo di Manduria Double Magnum 2021, Puglia D.O.P., Italy: The 2021 Varvaglione Papale Linea Oro (double magnum) pours lush blackberry jam and savory-herb spice into a broad, velvety palate with long, elegant persistence. Try it with slow-roasted pork shoulder or dark chocolate tart. Food pairings: bison burgers, ribs, tourtière, roast chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2028 33957 14.5% XD 3000 mL $129.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fortant Grands Terroirs Saint-Chinian 2022, Saint-Chinian, Languedoc, France: This GSM blend shows toasty black-cherry and liquorice aromas with garrigue herbs and a firm, tannin-driven backbone. Try it alongside rosemary lamb or grilled sausages. Food pairings: hearty beef stew, braised beef ribs, grilled steak. Drink: 2025 - 2027 43564 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Claymore London Calling Cabernet Malbec 2022, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: The 2022 Claymore London Calling Cabernet–Malbec blends black-plum and coffee-grind aromas with bay-leaf and licorice spice, while fine tannins offer balanced grip across a medium-length finish. Try it with grilled steaks or smoky beef kebabs. Cabernet Malbec food pairings: kangaroo tenderloin, bison burgers, rare rib steak. Drink: 2025 - 2030 522110 13.8% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fontanafredda Eremo Langhe Rosso 2020, Langhe, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy: Fontanafredda Eremo 2020 presents blueberry, black-plum and red-currant layers with mocha, coffee and leather-tinged earth, held by bright acidity—decant 1–2 hours and serve with grilled game or braised meats. Langhe Rosso food pairings: herbed steaks, Portobello mushroom, chili, soup, lamb chops. Drink: 2025 - 2027 454041 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mouton Cadet Cuvée Héritage 2020, Bordeaux A.O.C., France: This 2020 Baron Philippe de Rothschild (Mouton Cadet Heritage style) melds black-fruit compote with nutmeg and vanilla spice and a hint of smoke, on a medium-plus frame with bright acidity. Try it with roast beef or mushroom ragù. Food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, hard cheeses, burgers from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2027 14447 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Antinori Guado al Tasso 2022, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: The 2022 vintage of Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore combines graphite-mineral contour with black-cherry and mocha layers, finishing silky and richly textured with vanilla-spice from new oak. Fabulous with osso buco or beef ragù. Food pairings: filet mignon, prime rib, rack of lamb, gourmet burgers and ribs. Drink: 2025 - 2048 986380 13% XD 750 mL $203.95 Score: 97/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Humberto Canale Intimo Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Patagonia, Argentina: Humberto Canale's 2023 Intimo Cabernet Sauvignon layers black-currant fruit with cedar spice and peppery lift, framed by velvety structure and smooth tannins. Try it with beef stew or roast prime rib. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled steak, osso bucco, braised beef stew. Drink: 2025 - 2025 46357 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marchesi di Barolo Tradizione Barolo Magnum 2020, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: This wine perfumes the glass with candied-strawberry and floral lift, then unfolds lush fruit framed by clove, licorice and vanilla spice; rounded tannins make it ready to enjoy now or to cellar. Try it with glazed charcuterie or roasted duck. Barolo Magnum food pairings: prime rib roast, roast turkey, pheasant, venison tenderloin. Drink: 2025 - 2038 46196 14.5% XD 1500 mL $101.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tedeschi Capitel Nicalò Valpolicella Superiore 2022, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Tedeschi Capitel Nicalò 2021 Valpolicella Superiore offers lush cherry and plum aromas with bay-leaf lift, while chewy acidity and chalky tannins create a savory, structured palate. Try it with osso buco or aged Parmesan. Valpolicella Superiore food pairings: hamburger, hearty soups, pasta, Mediterranean cuisine. Drink: 2025 - 2028 984997 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

J.L. Chave Sélection Mon Coeur 2023, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône, France: Mon Coeur 2023 lifts bright red-berry and herbes-de-Provence aromatics with pepper and sandalwood spice, while savory tannins and balanced mid-weight structure make it an easy, food-friendly pour. Try it with ratatouille or roast chicken. Food pairings: roast chicken, duck confit, turkey dinner. Drink: 2025 - 2031 995548 13% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Leaning Post Pinot Noir 2023, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Leaning Post's 2023 Pinot Noir offers rose-petal and fresh-red-cherry perfume with subtle blueberry and mineral spice, framed by elegant tannins and bright acidity. Try it lightly chilled with roast pheasant or duck confit. Pinot Noir food pairings: savoury steaks and roast beef, slow cooked beef or pork, wild game with rich berry sauces. Drink: 2025 - 2031 523183 12.5% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vicente Faria Lisbon by Night Red Blend 2022, Douro, Portugal: A smooth, seductive red that opens with aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and blueberry, layered with notes of cocoa, vanilla, and a hint of black pepper. It’s medium-bodied, dry, and velvety on the palate, with gentle tannins, bright acidity, and 13% alcohol creating a beautifully balanced, easy-drinking style. Serve it just below room temperature to let its dark fruit and spice unfold. Fascinating fact: Winemaker Vicente Faria, one of Portugal’s most celebrated enologists, crafts Lisbon by Night using native grapes like Tinta Roriz and Castelão, capturing the lively, coastal character of the region’s cool Atlantic breezes. This wine is best enjoyed young within 3–5 years to savour its vibrant fruit and silky texture. This mysterious Portuguese blend captures the romance of Lisbon’s cobblestone streets with its complex mix of native grapes creating layers of dark fruit, smoke, and spice. This is your liquid passport to Portugal, transporting you to a Lisbon wine bar with fadistas singing and the scent of grilled seafood in the air. The wine revels in blackberry liqueur notes intertwined with tobacco and a hint of Mediterranean herbs, finishing with warming spices that linger like a perfect autumn evening. Lisbon by Night is crafted by Vidigal Wines, a small but adventurous winery founded in a 19th-century monastery, where the vaulted stone cellars are still in use today. Fun fact: Lisbon, the wine region around Portugal’s capital, has a maritime climate, and wines from coastal regions tend to have higher acidity and fresher flavours than wines from hot inland areas. That Atlantic Ocean breeze helps preserve acidity and brightness. I’d pair this with grilled octopus with smoked paprika and roasted red pepper coulis where the char from the grill echoes the wine’s smoky notes and the sweet peppers complement its fruity richness transporting you to a Portuguese tavern on a crisp fall night. Or try bacalhau à brás featuring salt cod shredded into golden matchstick potatoes bound with scrambled eggs creating comfort food that sings with the wine’s savory complexity. Also partnering well is pork tenderloin with fig compote where the caramelized exterior gives way to juicy pink meat while sticky-sweet figs bridge the wine’s fruit and spice. Or finally dark chocolate torte with sea salt where bitter cocoa and mineral salt draw out the wine’s depth creating an elegant finish to your evening. Red Blend food pairings: grilled chorizo and roasted peppers, where the wine’s spice and fruit play perfectly with smoky flavours. Or enjoy it with a margherita pizza, where its balanced acidity and soft tannins complement the tomato and cheese in every bite.. Drink: 2025 - 2028 18998 13% MD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 89/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2021, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz opens with blackberry, olive and gamey spice under cocoa-tinged oak, then fills the mouth with plush weight and silky, integrated tannins. Try it with smoky-barbecue ribs or pepper-crusted steak. Shiraz food pairings: venison filet mignon with red wine gravy, grilled bison strip steaks, goose and duck sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2025 - 2036 18796 14.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Southbrook Vineyards Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Southbrook Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon is a structured, expressive red and a superb cool-climate Cabernet. It opens with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberries, plum, and dark cherry, layered with hints of cedar, graphite, and gentle spice. The palate is medium to full-bodied, dry, and refined, with firm but polished tannins, lively acidity, and 13.5% alcohol supporting a harmonious finish. Serve it at room temperature to let its fruit purity and savoury complexity unfold beautifully. This bold beauty showcases the elegance of Canadian Cabernet Sauvignon with its signature blackberries and cassis. Decant for one hour to reveal its depth and structure. Although priced at $29.95, it tastes like a $60 wine. It’s unassuming yet surprisingly impressive—the most Canadian of wines. Fascinating fact: Southbrook Vineyards is Canada’s first certified organic and biodynamic winery. This Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon reflects that commitment, showcasing pristine fruit and true terroir character. Southbrook is a triple pioneer in regenerative organic viticulture, biodynamic farming, and sustainable winery architecture. This wine will evolve gracefully over the next 5–7 years, developing added depth and nuance. You can order it directly from the winery at www.southbrook.com. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast beef or braised short ribs.. Drink: 2025 - 2028 193573 13% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wakefield Estate Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield Estate 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a terrific value red from cool-climate vineyards in the Clare Valley and Limestone Coast. Bold and flavourful, this full-bodied wine shows layers of dark berry, red cherry, roasted herbs, cocoa and a hint of toasted nuttiness, all supported by vibrant acidity and smooth tannins. Matured in French oak, it strikes a harmonious balance between richness and finesse. Pour with beef short ribs or grilled portobello mushrooms. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hearty meat dishes, hard cheese, juicy rare steak, barbecued ribs in sauce, hamburger. Drink: 2025 - 2032 744235 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 95/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Versado Centenary Vines Malbec 2019, Lujan De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina: Versado's 2019 old-vine Malbec offers concentrated mulberry and raisin-tinted fruit with geranium perfume and black-tea spice, delivering a dense, rugged palate and long finish. Try it with smoked brisket or grilled portobello mushrooms. Centenary Vines Malbec food pairings: herb-roasted lamb, pork tenderloin, cheddar cheese, spaghetti and meat balls. Drink: 2025 - 2030 46352 14.3% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Concha y Toro Frontera After Midnight Dark Red Blend, Central Valley, Chile: A rich, fruit-driven red bursting with aromas of ripe blackberry, plum, and blueberry, layered with hints of mocha, spice, and a touch of vanilla. It’s medium to full-bodied, off-dry, and velvety on the palate, with soft tannins, smooth acidity, and 12% alcohol giving it an indulgent, easy-drinking style. Serve it slightly chilled to highlight its plush fruit and silky texture. Fascinating fact: The After Midnight label is crafted as a fun, modern take on Chilean reds—made to be enjoyed in relaxed, social settings, capturing the sense of celebration that lingers long after the clock strikes twelve. Best enjoyed young within 2–3 years for its juicy, approachable character. This is such a fun wine with an evocative name! It’s a smooth, approachable red blend from Chile’s Central Valley that captures that magical late-night energy when conversations get deeper and the stories flow easier. It offers juicy aromas of blackberry and plum with a touch of vanilla and spice, then delivers soft, rounded flavours of dark cherries and mocha. It’s brooding, mysterious, and sultry — the kind of wine that makes you want to lower your voice and whisper words like “lingering finish.” The tannins are gentle and the body is medium, making this incredibly easy to drink and enjoy. Here’s an interesting fact: Chile’s wine industry benefits from unique geography. It’s protected from vineyard pests by the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Andes Mountains to the east, the Atacama Desert to the north, and glaciers to the south. This natural isolation means Chile never suffered from phylloxera, the root louse that devastated European vineyards in the 1800s. I’d pair this with wood-fired pizza with caramelized onions and aged cheddar where the charred crust provides textural contrast to the melted cheese’s stretchy richness. Or try classic beef chili simmered for hours until the meat practically dissolves into smoky, spicy comfort or grilled chicken tacos with fresh salsa where lime-brightened tomatoes cut through the wine’s fruitiness while cumin and cilantro add aromatic complexity or chocolate brownies still warm from the oven with their crackly tops giving way to fudgy centers that make the wine’s mocha notes shine. Another option is loaded nachos with layers of melted cheese, jalapeños, and sour cream creating that perfect late-night indulgence that pairs with the wine’s easygoing nature. Food pairings: smoky barbecue ribs, where the wine’s dark fruit and sweetness amplify the sauce. Or pour it with a slice of pepperoni pizza, where its bold fruit and spice echo the toppings perfectly.. Drink: 2025 - 2027 553917 12% MD 750 mL $9.85 Score: 89/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bollina Menas Calabria Rosso 2019, Calabria I.G.T., Italy: Bollina Menas Rosso Calabria 2019 layers dark-cherry and blackberry fruit with mocha, licorice and vanilla-oak spice, finishing savory and broad. Try it with grilled beef or a board of aged cheeses. Rosso food pairings: burger, ribs, BBQ chicken from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2028 23066 14% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Montes Alpha Special Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: Montes' 2021 Alpha Special Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon brings dark, peppery fruit, tar and rosemary notes and a linear, concentrated palate of spice and fine tannins. Try it with herb-crusted lamb or grilled venison. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast pork, grilled steak, BBQ long ribs. Drink: 2025 - 2031 649160 14.6% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vicente Faria Douro Animus Red Blend 2021, Douro, Doc, Portugal: A bold yet approachable red that opens with aromas of blackberry, plum, and blueberry, layered with hints of dark chocolate, spice, and a touch of dried herbs. It’s medium to full-bodied, dry, and smooth on the palate, with fine tannins, balanced acidity, and 13.5% alcohol giving it both freshness and depth. Serve it at room temperature to bring out its ripe fruit and savoury complexity. Fascinating fact: Winemaker Vicente Faria, a seventh-generation Douro vintner, crafts Animus from classic Portuguese grapes—Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and Touriga Franca—using sustainable vineyard practices passed down through centuries of family tradition. This wine will drink beautifully now or evolve gracefully over the next 4–5 years. Douro Valley, one of the world’s oldest wine regions where terraced vineyards climb steep hillsides along the river. It’s produced by Vicente Faria Vinhos, a winery committed to farming organically and reducing its environmental impact. They’re saving the planet one delicious bottle at a time. We’re helping by drinking it. Teamwork. It’s a bold blend of native grapes like Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz that delivers intense aromas of blackberry, plum, and violet, followed by rich dark fruit flavours with notes of chocolate, leather, and a touch of Mediterranean herbs. The finish is long and warming with velvety tannins that coat your palate. This is a wine with serious personality and main character energy. Animus means spirit or soul in Latin, and this wine captures the passionate character of Portuguese winemaking. And here I thought my high school Latin class would never be useful. In vino veritas! I’d pair this with Portuguese-style grilled sardines where the charred skin peels away to reveal moist, oily flesh that stands up to the wine’s power or slow-braised short ribs falling off the bone in a rich red wine sauce that mingles with the meat’s marbled fat. Aged Manchego cheese would also work with quince paste where the crystalline sweetness cuts through the wine’s tannins while the cheese’s nutty complexity dances alongside. Or try spicy chorizo and white bean stew with smoky paprika-laced sausage releasing its oils into creamy beans creating liquid comfort or grilled portobello mushrooms brushed with garlic and olive oil until their meaty texture caramelizes and their earthy umami amplifies the wine’s depth. Animus Red Blend food pairings: grilled lamb chops, where the wine’s dark fruit and spice mirror the meat’s richness. Or enjoy it with a roasted vegetable and sausage pasta, where its smooth texture and balanced acidity tie everything together.. Drink: 2025 - 2027 535641 13% D 750 mL $13.50 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marqués del Atrio Reserva Tempranillo Graciano 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: This 2019 Tempranillo–Graciano blend from Marqués Del Atrio shows spiced cherry and ripe-strawberry perfume with chocolate-espresso undernotes, while fine-grained tannins and a compact finish lend poised structure. Try it with grilled chorizo or aged Manchego. Tempranillo Graciano food pairings: grilled steak, gourmet burgers, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2028 44724 14% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Remo Farina Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Magnum 2022, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Remo Farina2022 Amarone (magnum) brims with dried-black-cherry and cocoa notes, underlain by warm spice and dried-herb complexity, while a voluptuous palate carries to a long, dry finish. Try it with braised beef ragu or aged Parmigiano. Food pairings: spaghetti and meatballs, veal parmesan, chicken cacciatore. Drink: 2025 - 2030 187369 13.5% D 1500 mL $114.25 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marty Mariposa Alegre Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Colchagua Valley, Chile: This 2020 Gran Reserva Cabernet from Marty Mariposa shows plum and dark-chocolate layers with vanilla-oak and violet perfume, balanced by fresh acidity and medium tannins. Try it with venison or roast leg of lamb. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: beef pot roast, grilled game, BBQ ribs. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44671 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Valdemar Inspiración Selección 2020, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Inspiración 2020 offers warm cherry and fig aromas with baking-spice and wild-herb accents, while a silky mid-palate and supple tannins carry a lively, medium-bodied finish. Try it with roasted pork or mushroom-stuffed peppers. Food pairings: pasta with a tomato sauce, roasted venison, beef and veggie stew, leg of lamb. Drink: 2025 - 2030 166512 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Val di Suga Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy: Two Sangiovese styles deliver immediate charm in one bottle and cellar-worthy structure in the other—one for tonight’s pasta, the other for the cellar. Try the ready-now with tomato-braised short ribs or the aged with osso buco. Food pairings: meaty pasta and rich tomato sauce dishes, roast chicken, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2025 - 2028 46199 13% XD 1500 mL $99.95 Score: 89/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fowles Farm to Table Pinot Noir 2021, Central Victoria, Australia: This medium-bodied 2021 Farm to Table red from Fowles lifts spiced-grapefruit and strawberry zests with wild-herb undertones and soft tannins, finishing juicy and approachable. Try it with roast pork or grilled salmon. Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted turkey legs, grilled pheasant, mushroom risotto. Drink: 2025 - 2027 45359 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hinterbrook Reimagine 2022, Niagara Lakeshore, Niagara ON The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Ripasso-style Valpolicella pours ripe-strawberry and blackberry fruit over cedar and licorice spice, with a generous, savory mid-palate and warming oak. Try it with braised short ribs or mushroom risotto. Food pairings: braised beef ribs, hearty meat-based risotto. Drink: 2025 - 2027 47631 14.8% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vistamar Block #9 Andes Moralina Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Cachapoal Valley D.O., Chile: Vistamar Block #9 (Syrah–Cabernet) melds bright red-cherry perfume with peppery spice and mineral core, finishing juicy with polished, fresh tannins. Try it with grilled flank steak or aged cheddar. Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled beef ribs, bison burgers, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2025 - 2027 21466 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Craggy Range Pinot Noir 2024, Martinborough, North Island, New Zealand: The 2024 Craggy Range Pinot Noir brims with red-berry and ripe-cherry layers threaded with cinnamon and anise spice, delivering a plush yet vibrant mid-palate and lingering finish. Try it with roast duck or pork tenderloin. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal Porterhouse, pork cutlets, roast chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2028 25834 13% XD 750 mL $38.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bodega Volcanes de Chile Tectonia Grenache Petite Sirah Mourvèdre 2021, Central Valley, Chile: This 2021 Volcanes De Chile grenache blends damson and bramble fruit with wild-mountain herbs and stony minerality, underpinned by 20% new oak for density and spice. Try it with grilled chorizo or roasted lamb shoulder. Grenache Petite Sirah Mourvèdre food pairings: beef pot roast, grilled game, BBQ ribs. Drink: 2025 - 2029 44597 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Torres Salmos 2021, Priorat D.O.C.A., Spain: This 2021 Torres Salmos Cariñena–Garnacha blend sings with cranberry and plum perfume threaded with thyme, marjoram and rosemary, while a mineral spine supports a supple, persistent finish. Try it with roast lamb or herb-roasted pork. Food pairings: rabbit fricassee over tagliatelle, steak and kidney pie, roast chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2028 450734 14% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 96/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stratus Merlot 2021, Niagara ON The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Stratus' 2021 Merlot unfurls cassis and dark-plum richness with leather, sweet-tobacco and sandalwood undercurrents, wrapped in plush, velvety tannins and layered texture. Fabulous with pork tenderloin en croûte or aged Gouda. Merlot food pairings: chops from the grill, pork roast, veggie burger. Drink: 2025 - 2033 37411 14.5% XD 750 mL $45.20 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta Arbéta Riserva Trio Barolo, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Arbéta Barolo vertical (2007, 2009, 2012) offers a rare tasting through age—tertiary leather, dried cherry, truffle and savory spice—perfect with slow-braised beef or porcini-rich dishes. Barolo food pairings: prime rib roast, roast turkey, pheasant, venison tenderloin. Drink: 2035 46216 13% XD 2025 mL $234.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nardelli 1976 Negroamaro Primitivo 2024, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: Special-edition holiday red blends deliver festive spice, ripe black-fruit concentration and polished tannins—perfect for celebratory roasts or a seasonal charcuterie board. Negroamaro Primitivo food pairings: burgers, ribs, tourtière, savoury meat pies. Drink: 2025 - 2028 39235 14% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Roux Père & Fils Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022, Burgundy A.O.C., France: Roux Père & Fils 2022 Bourgogne Pinot Noir shows bright strawberry and black-cherry perfume threaded with underbrush and black-pepper lift, balanced by food-friendly acidity and a medium-bodied, savory finish. Try it with roast chicken or mushroom risotto. Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted turkey, roasted pheasant, roasted duck. Drink: 2025 - 2030 45174 12.5% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Clos Baltasar Garnacha 2021, Calatayud D.O., Spain: San Alejandro Clos Baltasar 2021 offers juicy Garnacha fruit with fine-grained tannins and a spicy, mouth filling finish. Try it with roasted vegetables or grilled pork. Garnacha food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, lamburgers, tourtière. Drink: 2025 - 2028 22444 15% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

L'orme de Rauzan-Gassies 2018, Haut Médoc, Bordeaux A.O.C., France: The 2018 Château Rauzan-Gassies blends plush blackberry and blackcurrant with plum depth, glossy oak spice and a poised, elegant core. Try it with filet mignon or mushroom-crusted beef. Food pairings: roast beef dinner, hard cheeses, roast chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2030 24211 14.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marqués de Cáceres Gran Reserva 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: This 2018 Rioja Gran Reserva from Marqués de Cáceres unfurls dried-plum and apricot depth with cardamom, clove and tobacco-ash nuance, finishing persistent and smoky with polished tension. Try it with slow-roasted pork shoulder or aged Manchego. Food pairings: herbed steaks, Portobello mushroom, chili, soup, Papas con chorizo. Drink: 2025 - 2027 976670 14% XD 750 mL $30.95 Score: 88/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Planeta La Segreta Rosso Sicilia 2022, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: This textured Sicilian red offers succulent forest-berry and black-plum layers with floral lift and fine tannins, finishing mouthwatering and precise. Try it alongside grilled sausages or spicy eggplant parmigiana. Food pairings: roast venison, rabbit stew, goose, onion and potato pie. Drink: 2025 - 2028 477950 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vineland Estates Winery Cabernet 2019, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The 2019 Vineland Cabernet Franc shows bright strawberry and raspberry perfume over a core of dark berry and savory-herb complexity, with supple tannins and lingering savory finish. Try it with herb-roasted chicken or grilled pork chops. Cabernet food pairings: grilled steak, gourmet burgers, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2029 47830 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Eradus Pinot Noir 2023, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: The 2023 Eradus Pinot Noir presents blood-orange and preserved-cherry aromatics with rose-petal lift and a delicate mineral seam, then a medium-bodied, elegantly grippy palate. Try it with seared tuna or mushroom tart. Pinot Noir food pairings: roasted turkey legs, grilled pheasant, mushroom risotto. Drink: 2025 - 2028 41809 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Prunotto Barolo 2021, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: 2021 Prunotto Barolo frames clove-spiced strawberry and cedar notes with fresh-herb lift and zesty salinity, while firm Nebbiolo tannins provide tensile elegance. Try it with roast goose or beef stew. Barolo food pairings: tourtière, game burgers and sausages, slow-braised beef ribs. Drink: 2025 - 2045 928721 13.5% XD 750 mL $72.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Gandarada 2022, Dão D.O.C., Portugal: This 2021 Portuguese blend from producer Gandarada shows cassis and dark-cherry fruit lifted by minty herb, with generous, fruit-driven texture and a lingering finish. Try it with sausage cassoulet or pizza with spicy salami. Food pairings: veal chops, pork tenderloin, roast chicken, winter stew, roast root vegetable casserole. Drink: 2025 - 2027 25447 13% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Montrale Rosso Salento 2020, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: Montrale Rosso 2020 reveals ripe red-fruit charm with vanilla, tobacco and spice framing a balanced, complex mid-palate. Try it with braised short ribs or aged Pecorino. Rosso Salento food pairings: spaghetti all'assassina, BBQ ribs, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 45811 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casisano Duo Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: An ageable duo: one wine ready for tonight’s table, the other built for years in the cellar—serve the first with roasted fare or cellar the second for celebratory feasts. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: meaty lasagne, Osso Buco, meat pies, smoked meats, hard cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2035 39242 13% XD 1500 mL $109.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Schild Estate Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This 2021 multi-site Cabernet (Angus Brae / Narrow Road / Three Springs) from Schild Estate offers blackcurrant, clove and cedary oak, with a plump mouthfeel and chalky tannins for persistence. Try it with slow-roasted prime rib or mushroom Wellington. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hearty meat dishes, hard cheese, juicy rare steak, barbecued ribs in sauce, hamburger. Drink: 2025 - 2036 45345 14.5% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine du Grand Ormeau 2020, Lalande De Pomerol, Bordeaux, France: The 2020 Domaine Du Grand Ormeau Lalande-de-Pomerol-style Merlot offers ripe black-fruit richness with cedary oak spice and subtle herb tones, medium-full body and firm tannins. Try it with beef stew or roasted pork shoulder Food pairings: cheddar cheese, grilled steak, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2030 33040 14% XD 750 mL $33.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Donnafugata La Bella Sedàra 2022, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Donnafugata Sedàra 2022 offers raspberry and black-cherry perfume with floral lift and peppery spice, while crunchy acidity and a chalky finish keep it fresh. Try it with grilled vegetables or roast pork. Food pairings: roasted game birds, rabbit fricassee, venison steak. Drink: 2025 - 2028 900274 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Carpineto Farnito Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum 2019, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: This 2019 magnum of Carpineto's Farnito is a Bordeaux-style red that shows plum and black-currant depth, cedar and iron minerality with Mediterranean-herb lift and tobacco spice. Try it with roast beef or osso buco. Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum food pairings: lamb Bolognese, grilled New York strip loin with chimichurri sauce, meat lover's pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2036 46209 13.5% XD 1500 mL $79.95 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Castelli del Grevepesa Clemente VII Chianti Classico 2021, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Castelli del Grevepesa's 2021 Clemente Vii Chianti Classico offers juicy cherry and pomegranate with wild-herb lift, racy acidity and chewy tannins. Try it with spicy meat-lover’s pizza or pasta al ragù. Chianti Classico food pairings: breaded veal cutlets, roast beef, cheesy pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2036 421388 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

R. López de Heredia Viña Bosconia Reserva 2014, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: R. López de Heredia's 2014 Reserva Bosconia is savoury and focused, showing rosehip, beetroot and petrichor with Barolo-like tannic backbone and bright acidity. Try it with roast lamb or mature sheep’s cheese. Food pairings: slow-braised lamb shanks, venison stew, pork roast. Drink: 2025 - 2027 529586 13% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Xavier Vignon Crozes-Hermitage 2021, Crozes Hermitage, Rhône A.O.P., France: This 2021 Xavier Vignon savory red brims with pomegranate and cherry-skin aromatics, beef-bouillon umami and garrigue herbs; fine, silty tannins and bright acidity carry a lingering, herb-studded finish. Try it with herb-crusted lamb or roasted root vegetables. Food pairings: hearty beef stew, braised beef ribs, grilled steak. Drink: 2025 - 2030 43809 12.5% XD 750 mL $48.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sons of Eden Zephyrus Shiraz 2022, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Sons Of Eden 2022 Zephyrus Shiraz unfolds violet perfume over mulberry and blackberry fruit with sweet-spice and cracked-pepper lift, while plush mid-palate textures and clipped black-tea tannins give a luxurious finish. Try it with grilled ribeye or smoked lamb shoulder. Shiraz food pairings: roast leg of lamb, veal chops, roast pork. Drink: 2025 - 2038 26927 14.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 Score: 96/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Errázuriz Max Carmenère 2022, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: 2022 Errázuriz Max Carmenère shows glossy black-plum and blackberry notes with cocoa and anise hints, framed by velvety tannins and subtle herbal lift. Try it with roasted lamb or smoky beef kebabs. Carmenère food pairings: grilled Tomahawk pork chop, lamb lollipops, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2025 - 2032 37797 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Santa Sofia Classico Magnum and Decanter Amarone della Valpolicella 2021, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: This 2021 Amarone from Santa Sofia shows dried-plum and almond notes, a dry, structured tannin frame and long holiday-ready length. Try it with aged Parmesan or braised short ribs. Amarone Della Valpolicella food pairings: meaty stews, roasts, blue cheese, hamburger, osso buco. Drink: 2025 - 2036 46202 14% XD 1500 mL $199.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Avignonesi's 2020 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano offers cherry, violet and hibiscus perfume with peach and lemon lift, framed by fine, integrated tannins and energetic acidity; try it with roasted pork or aged pecorino. Food pairings: breaded veal cutlets, roast beef, cheesy pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2027 943670 13% XD 750 mL $38.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ricasoli Brolio Riserva Chianti Classico 2021, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Ricasoli's 2021 Brolio Riserva balances black-cherry tang with coffee-grind and peppery earth, fiery acidity and decisive tannins. Try it with osso buco or mushroom risotto. Chianti Classico food pairings: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, roast chicken, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2025 - 2035 418822 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Remo Farina Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Double Magnum 2022, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Remo Farina (double magnum) offers generous dried-cherry and cocoa-scented layers with savory-earth depth and a plush, expansive palate. Try it with roasted game or chocolate-dipped figs. Food pairings: spaghetti and meatballs, veal parmesan, chicken cacciatore. Drink: 2025 - 2030 46195 13.5% XD 3000 mL $249.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Bouscassé 2019, Madiran, Southwest, France: This 2019 Château Bouscassé (Alain Brumont) layers dark-chocolate and dense black-fruit richness with smoky spice and firm tannins, promising graceful long-term development; pair with a well-marbled steak or cassoulet. Food pairings: grilled lamb chops, Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2025 - 2038 743385 13.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Carpineto Chianti Classico Double Magnum 2023, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: This 2023 Carpineto Chianti Classico (magnum) shows pink-floral and bright-cherry lift with savory herb and rooibos-tea notes on a juicy Sangiovese frame; serve with roast pork or tomato-braised pasta. Chianti Classico Double Magnum food pairings: meaty pasta and rich tomato sauce dishes, roast chicken, veal Parmesan. Drink: 2025 - 2028 21869 13.5% XD 3000 mL $129.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Gérard Bertrand Heritage An 1886 Les Aspres Grenache Mourvèdre Syrah 2020, Côtes Du Roussillon, Languedoc, France: Gérard Bertrand's 2020 Heritage Les Aspres blends blue-fruit and smoky-cola aromatics with peppery garrigue and a silky mid-palate; excellent with lamb kebabs or roasted vegetables. Grenache Mourvèdre Syrah food pairings: roast leg of lamb, lamb liver and sautéed sweet onions. Drink: 2025 - 2027 413245 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Phantom Creek Estates Phantom Creek Vineyard Syrah 2022, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A refined and expressive Syrah that captures the warmth of the southern Okanagan. Aromas of ripe red cherry, raspberry, and violet mingle with savoury notes of sage, graphite, and a hint of cedar. Medium to full-bodied with supple tannins and bright acidity that lift the vibrant fruit core, it finishes long with minerality and gentle spice. Decant for one hour to fully reveal its depth and elegance. Buy from www.phantomcreekestates.com Syrah food pairings: Herbcrusted lamb loin or wild mushroom risotto with aged Gouda. Drink: 2025 - 2032 14% D 750 mL $72.00 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Le Bijou de Sophie Valrose Rosé 2024, Coteaux De Béziers, Languedoc I.G.P., France: This 2024 Le Bijou de Sophie rosé opens with playful bubble-gum and apricot-blossom aromatics leading to generous cherry and melon fruit and a stony finish; try it with grilled shrimp or a summer salad. Rosé food pairings: creamy cheeses, smoked salmon on baguette, pan-fried rockfish. Drink: 2025 - 2026 20012 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. October 2025. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Dival Cotel Cordier Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru Champagne, Champagne A.O.C., France: This 1er Cru from Dival Cotel offers baked-apple and meringue aromas edged with hazelnut-praline richness, while a satiny mousse and gossamer acidity glide to a saline, lingering finish. Pair it with seared scallops or truffled mushroom tart. A graceful and complex Blanc de Blancs with aromas of baked apple, lemon curd, and meringue, accented by hazelnutpraline richness. A satiny mousse glides across the palate, leading to a saline, mineral-driven finish that lingers beautifully. Champagne food pairings: oysters, fried chicken, fried calamari, Seared scallops or truffled mushroom tart. Drink: 2025 - 2030 45176 12.5% XD 750 mL $81.95 Score: 98/100. October 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bleasdale Sparkling Shiraz, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: This special-edition blend (with a splash of Malbec) from Bleasdale balances finely wrought tannins and lifted freshness from older vintages, all at a notably elegant dosage. Try it with prosciutto-and-melon or soft triple-cream cheese. Sparkling Shiraz food pairings: cheese, canapés, roast duck. Drink: 2025 - 2028 37512 13.5% MS 750 mL $27.95 Score: 88/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pere Ventura Tresor Anniversary Gran Reserva Brut Cava 2021, Penedès, Spain: The 2021 Pere Ventura Tresor Gran Reserva shows biscuit and orchard-fruit depth from extended lees aging with bright citrus lift and a fine bead; an elegant celebratory Cava. Try it with grilled prawns or a seafood paella. Cava food pairings: charcuterie, grilled shellfish, paella, fried chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2028 39244 11.5% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Krone Vintage Cuvée Cap Classique Brut Rosé Sparkling Magnum 2023, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: The 2023 Krone Cap Classique (magnum) offers floral lift and tangy-strawberry notes framed by hazelnut brioche and crisp citrus, while a joyful mousse fills the palate. Perfect with almond financiers or a citrusy seafood starter. Vintage Cuvée Cap Classique Brut Rosé Sparkling Magnum food pairings: grilled salmon, seafood bites, spring greens salad. Drink: 2025 - 2028 39240 11.5% XD 1500 mL $44.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Clarence Dillon Clarendelle Blanc 2023, Bordeaux, France: This 2023 white Bordeaux blend shows white-peach and lemon-peel aromas with chamomile and a crunchy, mouthwatering palate, finishing with delicate phenolic spice. Try it with grilled prawns or goat-cheese salad. Blanc food pairings: roast turkey, salads topped with grilled chicken, seafood linguine. Drink: 2025 - 2028 28845 12.5% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner 2023, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Laurenz V. Friendly's 2023 Grüner Veltliner offers citrus and flinty-mineral drive with saline lift and green-apple acidity, finishing with a subtle nutty note. Try it with asparagus tart or seared trout. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: pork chops from the grill, roast chicken, carpaccio, grilled asparagus. Drink: 2025 - 2027 66225 12.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lake Chalice The Falcon Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: The Falcon(2023) from Lake Chalice is a Sauvignon Blanc that offers punchy passionfruit and feijoa with crunchy apple and lime peel, with a succulent, highly drinkable palate. Pair it with crab cakes or green Thai curry. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: asparagus risotto, seafood linguine with white wine sauce, fettucine alfredo. Drink: 2025 - 2027 42103 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ravine Vineyard Estate Winery Chardonnay 2022, Niagara-On-The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: 2022 Ravine Chardonnay combines baked-apple and dried-apricot notes with bright lemon and warm spice, underpinned by layered texture. Try it with herb-crusted pork chops or creamy fettuccine Alfredo. Chardonnay food pairings: fried calamari, roasted chicken, pan fried scallops with bacon. Drink: 2025 - 2027 47643 12.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sons of Eden Freya Riesling 2024, Eden Valley, South Australia, Australia: The 2024 Sons of Eden Freya Riesling is stony and laser-focused, with lime-citrus, white-flower lift and a precise mineral finish. Excellent with spicy Asian cuisine or lemon-glazed roast chicken. Riesling food pairings: veal schnitzels, grilled chicken dishes, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2025 - 2036 12652 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Beronia Viura 2024, Rioja, Spain: A crisp, aromatic white with inviting aromas of green apple, pear, and citrus zest, accented by subtle notes of white flowers and a hint of fennel. It’s light-bodied, dry, and zesty on the palate, with bright acidity and 12.5% alcohol delivering a refreshing, mouthwatering finish. Serve it well-chilled to emphasize its lively fruit and clean texture. Fascinating fact: Beronia was founded in 1973 by a group of friends who loved food and wine, and today the winery is renowned not only for its Rioja reds but also for showcasing Viura, the region’s classic white grape, in a pure and modern style. Best enjoyed young within 1–2 years to capture its vibrant freshness. Viura food pairings: grilled sea bass and lemon, where the wine’s citrus notes lift the dish beautifully. Or try it with a summer salad of arugula, goat cheese, and green apple, where its crisp acidity ties all the flavors together.. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44526 12.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mastronardi Estate Winery Pinot Grigio 2024, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A crisp and refreshing white that opens with aromas of pear, green apple, and lemon zest, complemented by subtle floral and mineral notes. It’s light-bodied, dry, and lively on the palate, with bright acidity and 12% alcohol giving it a clean, elegant finish. Serve it well-chilled to accentuate its freshness and zesty fruit profile. Fascinating fact: The Mastronardi family, with roots in Italian winemaking, brings generations of tradition to their Lake Erie North Shore vineyards, where long sunny days and cool lake breezes create ideal conditions for vibrant, expressive whites like this Pinot Grigio. Best enjoyed within 1–2 years to capture its pure, citrusy charm. This zesty wine delivers green apple aromas like you’re stepping into a sun-dappled fall orchard. It has a long, dry finish to carry those crisp fall flavours. This wine is only $16.95. That’s less than what most people spend on pumpkin spice drinks in a single week, and this actually tastes great! Plus, you can drink it without having to explain your order to a confused barista. “Yes, with oat milk. No, almond. Wait, coconut. Actually, just the wine, thanks.” As a teenager, owner Rino Mastronardi used to ride his bike by this vineyard on his way to school and envisioned owning it one day. Rino is clearly a peak manifestor. Today, as sole owner, Rino, grows nine different grapes on this historic vineyard that dates back to the 1980s, proving southern Ontario can nurture world-class vines where the growing season is the longest in the country. This Pinot Grigio bridges that beautiful gap between the seasons perfectly. Those green apple notes remind us of apple picking season and fall harvest, while the crisp, dry finish is perfect for a hearty squash soup. It’s the “cashmere sweater” of white wines — light, elegant, but just warm enough when the temperature dips. You can order this wine directly from the winery at www.mastronardiwines.com. Pinot Grigio food pairings: roasted acorn squash soup or mac and cheese.. Drink: 2025 - 2027 47111 12.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Vicente Faria Animus Vinho Verde 2022, Douro, Portugal: A bright, zesty white that bursts with aromas of lime, green apple, and white peach, accented by a hint of fresh herbs and sea breeze minerality. It’s light-bodied, dry, and gently effervescent on the palate, with crisp acidity and 10.5% alcohol making it irresistibly refreshing. Serve it well-chilled to bring out its lively sparkle and citrusy lift. Fascinating fact: Winemaker Vicente Faria, one of Portugal’s most respected producers, crafts Animus Vinho Verde from native grapes Loureiro, Arinto, and Trajadura—harvested early to preserve their natural acidity and vibrant character. This wine is meant to be enjoyed young, ideally within 1–2 years, for maximum freshness and vivacity. This zesty gem is from the famous Vinho Verde region of Portugal. It has the soundtrack and smell of fall rain on cobblestones along with vibrant notes of lime zest. The light fizz adds festive charm while the crisp acidity cuts through rich fall dishes beautifully. Animus is produced by Vicente Faria Vinhos, a winery committed to farming organically and reducing its environmental impact. They’re saving the planet one delicious bottle at a time. We’re helping by drinking it. Teamwork. At just $11.95, it’s perfect for those spontaneous fall get-togethers when friends drop by. You’ll look effortlessly prepared, even if your fridge just has hummus and hope. Animus Vinho Verde food pairings: roast chicken or butternut squash risotto.. Drink: 2025 - 2026 37224 10.5% D 750 mL $12.00 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jean Geiler Pinot Gris 2022, Alsace, France: This 2022 Jean Geilier is a treat. Bright and zesty, this wine layers pear, apricot and peach with melon sweetness and a flinty mineral thread, finishing crisp and balanced. Try it with steamed mussels or spicy Thai green curry. Pinot Gris food pairings: grilled shrimp, pan-fried panfish, grilled chicken. Drink: 2025 - 2027 315119 13% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Luna Nuda Pinot Grigio 2024, Alto Adige Trentino I.G.T., Italy: The 2024 Castelfeder Luna Nuda Pinot Grigio is crisp and citrus-driven, showing green-apple and white-flower aromas with a sharply defined mineral close. Pair it with smoked-salmon canapés or pan-fried lemon sole. Pinot Grigio food pairings: baked lemon Sole, pan-fried lemon butter halibut, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2026 401232 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ringbolt Chardonnay 2023, Wilyabrup, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: 2023 Ringbolt Chardonnay blends citrus-butterscotch and quince paste aromas with crunchy melon and lively acidity, framed by judicious oak and saline lift. Try it with herb-crusted pork chops or white-bean cassoulet. Chardonnay food pairings: fried calamari, roasted chicken, pan fried scallops with bacon. Drink: 2025 - 2028 45497 13.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Maison Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes Bourgogne Chardonnay 2023, Burgundy A.O.C., France: The 2023 Maison Roche de Bellene Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay is ripe and golden with orchard-fruit and gentle spice, finishing on a taut mineral note. Try it with roast chicken or pan-seared scallops. Chardonnay food pairings: pan-fried halibut cheeks with a squeeze of lemon juice, grilled chicken, turkey burgers, roast duck, seafood dishes, linguini Alfredo with clams, seared sea scallops. Drink: 2025 - 2028 299867 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 89/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Martinborough, North Island, New Zealand: 2023 Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc zings with lime, mango and passionfruit, accented by sea-salt minerality and chamomile, all on a fleshy, mouthwatering frame. Pair it with fish tacos or spicy calamari. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled calamari, salads topped with herbed goat cheese, fish tacos. Drink: 2025 - 2027 466011 13% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bersano Mirage Gavi di Gavi 2023, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Bersano's 2023 Gavi di Gavi is fresh and zesty with Meyer-lemon and stone-fruit lift and a mineral, palate-cleansing finish—ideal between heavy courses. Pair it with seafood risotto or shellfish. Gavi Di Gavi food pairings: steamed clams in lemon butter, mussels in their own juice, oyster hot pot. Drink: 2025 - 2026 999979 12.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Reif Reserve Gewürztraminer 2023, Niagara River, Niagara-On-The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Reif 's 2023 Gewürztraminer Reserve unfurls rosewater and lychee with pear and citrus brightness, its concentrated texture balanced by a kiss of residual sugar. Try it with roast turkey or spice-filled pork tenderloin. Gewürztraminer food pairings: baked ham, panko crusted chicken, light flavoured seafood dishes, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2025 - 2028 360255 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Auntsfield Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2023, Southern Valleys, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: This 2023 Auntsfield Single-Vineyard Chardonnay pairs ripe peach and rock-melon with lemon-peel and toasted-almond nuances, its silky texture and fine acidity lending persistent elegance. Try it with roast chicken or aged Gouda. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, cold turkey sandwiches, Gouda, Edam cheeses. Drink: 2025 - 2027 12623 14% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cune Blanco Reserva 2020, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Cune's 2020 Blanco Reserva marries creamy, spice-tinged oak with Viura’s citrus and dried-floral notes, its chalky texture and lively acidity keeping the palate clean and balanced. Try it with grilled sea bass or roasted vegetables. Blanco Reserva marries creamy, spice-tinged oak with Viura’s citrus and dried-floral notes, its chalky texture and lively acidity keeping the palate clean and balanced. Food pairings: grilled chicken, calamari, salmon patties, pork tenderloin. Drink: 2025 - 2027 22446 13.5% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 93/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Poiron Dabin Château-Thébaud Muscadet Sèvre et Maine 2019, Sèvre Et Maine, Loire A.O.P., France: This 2019 Melon de Bourgogne from Domaine Poiron Dabin offers honeyed-toasty and lemon-zest aromas with white-currant lift, a creamy texture and a savory saline seam. Pair it with moules-frites or ceviche. Food pairings: oysters, mussels, fried calamari. Drink: 2025 - 2027 42743 13% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Two Sisters Vineyards Unoaked Chardonnay 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Two Sisters Unoaked Chardonnay from 2021 channels a Chablis-like clarity with bright green-apple and lemon zest framed by warm-site ripeness from the historic 1959 vines; crisp acidity keeps it lively. Try it with grilled sole or a shaved-fennel salad. Chardonnay food pairings: fried calamari, roasted chicken, pan fried scallops with bacon. Drink: 2025 - 2028 423103 12.5% XD 750 mL $39.00 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cotnari Grasa de Cotnari 2023, Cotnari, Moldavia D.O.C., Romania: Grasa de Cotnari 2023 shows apricot-compote and candied-citrus peel with praline and nutty almond hints, its botrytis-driven sweetness balanced by vibrant acidity. Try it with toasted nuts or a blue-veined cheese. Food pairings: blue-vein cheeses, roasted nuts, apricot galette. Drink: 2025 - 2027 73205 11.5% MS 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. October 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ferox White Blend 2023, Niagara-On-The Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This 2023 Riesling–Sauvignon Blanc blend from Ferox bursts with floral and tropical notes—peach, pineapple, mango and lychee—underpinned by herbal lift and racy acidity. Try it with spicy coconut curry or grilled scallops. Food pairings: fried calamari, roasted chicken, pan fried scallops with bacon. Drink: 2025 - 2027 47634 10.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

2027 Cellars Wismer Vineyard Foxcroft Block Riesling 2023, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: 2027 Cellars' 2023 Wismer Foxcroft Riesling is vivid with green-apple and grapefruit zest, wet-stone minerality and chalky saline texture, finishing with lanolin and ginger spice. Pair it with oyster sliders or ginger-soy glazed salmon. Riesling food pairings: Spicy pad Thai, spicy curry, fresh spring or summer appetizers from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2027 47642 12.8% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 94/100. October 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hidden Bench Estate Riesling 2021, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Hidden Bench Estate's 2021 Riesling melds honeysuckle and apricot with candied-lemon brightness and steely minerality, its off-dry balance lifted by crisp acidity. Pair it with sushi rolls or coconut shrimp. Riesling food pairings: roast chicken, grilled salmon with lemon sauce, feta cheese, baby greens salad with fig dressing. Drink: 2025 - 2030 183491 11% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Masseria Surani Fiano 2024, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: 2024's Tommasi Masseria Surani Fiano is crisp and aromatic with peach, pear and citrus notes threaded with jasmine and gentle herbals, its lively acidity balancing a hint of honeyed richness. Pair it with grilled chicken or lemon-herb seafood. Fiano food pairings: grilled chicken, frittata, margherita pizza. Drink: 2025 - 2026 39444 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 2025. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Erste + Neue Pinot Bianco 2024, Alto Adige Trentino D.O.C., Italy: Erste + Neue's 2024 Pinot Bianco offers ripe-apple and peach aromas with delicate floral lift and a bright, appley palate; elegant and versatile. Try it with seared scallops or a plate of antipasti. Pinot Bianco food pairings: seafood linguine with white wine sauce, fettucine alfredo, grilled shrimp appetizers. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44730 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 87/100. October 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

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