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Red Wine
Redstone Redstone Vineyard Merlot 2020, Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Redstone Estate Merlot from Lincoln Lakeshore in the Niagara Peninsula is a dry, medium-bodied wine crafted from 100% Merlot grapes from the exceptional 2020 vintage, delivering generous black fruit, blackberry, damson and cassis with layers of cocoa, wild thyme and baking spices. Serve it at room temperature with herb-crusted pork tenderloin, where the wine's smooth tannins and savoury herb notes complement the tender meat's subtle sweetness, or pair it with roasted duck breast with cherry gastrique as the wine's plum and berry flavors echo the fruit-based sauce while its complexity stands up to the rich, gamey meat. Winemaker Andrzej Lipinski oversees production at Redstone Estate Winery, a boutique producer on the Beamsville Bench whose name comes from the distinctive iron-rich red shale soils that define this unique terroir and contribute mineral complexity to the wines. This charming, food-friendly Merlot showcases the quality of Niagara's stellar 2020 growing season and can be enjoyed now or cellared through 2028. Merlot food pairings: roast crown of pork, veal Porterhouse, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2025 - 2028 48247 13.5% XD 750 mL $40.95 Score: 92/100. December 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Cave Spring Blanc de Blancs CSV Estate Grown Natural Brut Sparkling 2017, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Cave Spring CSV Blanc de Blancs is a dry, crisp sparkling wine made from 100% Chardonnay, showcasing the finesse of Beamsville Bench fruit. It displays aromas of lime, acacia nectar, and wildflowers, with a palate that is fresh, lively, and well-balanced from extended aging on the lees. Pair it with fried chicken for a playful contrast or enjoy alongside a green salad for a refreshing, light match. This sparkling wine is made using the traditional method, with careful sur lie aging to enhance texture and complexity. Crafted by Cave Spring Cellars, it exemplifies the elegance and precision of Ontario Blanc de Blancs. Food pairings: fried chicken, green salads, brunch dishes. Drink: 2025 - 2028 237198 12% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 93/100. December 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart