Australia
Wakefield Winery Clare Valley Estate Chardonnay 2018, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: From Clare Valley Estate in South Australia, a cool-climate Chardonnay with crunchy green apple, ripe pear, fresh melon, ripe stone fruit and nutty flavours long and creamy on the palate. Pair with grilled seafood dishes. Chardonnay food pairings: turkey burgers, crab cakes, chicken breast, lobster in butter sauce, cheese. Drink: 2020 - 2023 711556 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. July 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Canada
Winemaker’s Cut Syrah 2018, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A superb BC Syrah with aromas of dark spice, black fruit and meaty notes of bacon. Full-bodied, balanced and smooth. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2020 - 2024 157192 13.5% D 750 mL $34.00 Score: 93/100. July 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lailey Winery Amabilis 2016, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The 2016 Amabiliz is a full-bodied blend of 65% Merlot and 35% Malbec. Aromas of red cherry, ripe plum, black berry, and black currant. Pair with smoked chicken, or pork chops.
Drink: 2020 - 2026 14% XD 750 mL $42.95 Score: 89/100. July 2020. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Winemaker’s Cut Bohemian Cuvée Rouge 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous, full-bodied BC red wine blend. Aromas of dark fruit and smoke with savoury bacon notes. Pair with grilled steak. Drink: 2020 - 2027 13.5% D 750 mL $36.00 Score: 92/100. July 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sperling Vineyards Sper...Itz 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Vibrant, floral and lively! If you like Moscato d'Asti or even Prosecco, try this please. It's a gently fizzy and spritely white wine with enticing aromas of honeysuckle and apple blossom. Love the fact it's only 7% alcohol, yet packs so much flavour. Enjoy as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Food pairings: fruit or cheese platters. Drink: 2019 - 2022 7.9% D 750 mL $23.10 Score: 90/100. July 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Reserve Pinot Gris 2018, Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: A superb BC Pinot Gris from Township 7 winery. This was a terrific vintage for the winery. Aromas of grapefruit, lime zest and lemongrass. Perfect on its own or with seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2019 - 2023 13.6% D 750 mL $25.00 Score: 92/100. July 2020. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pillitteri Estates Winery Team Canada White 2017, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q,A., Canada: A lovely white wine blend of aromatic grapes with notes of lychee, rose petal and baking spice. For every bottle sold, the winery donates $1 to the Canadian Olympic Foundation to support the country's athletes. Pair with seafood or a gold medal performance of pairs figure skating. Team Canada White food pairings: chicken, fish, crab cakes, mild curries. Drink: 2020 - 2022 13657 12.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. July 2020. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
France
Domaine Maby La Forcadière Tavel Rosé 2019, Tavel, Rhône A.C., France: This Tavel is so juicy with vibrant red currant, raspberry, orange zest and wild herb flavours finishing spicy on the palate. Dry and full-bodied, enjoy with a picnic and cold turkey and arugula sandwiches. Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken breast stuffed with ham and cheese, flattened Cornish hen with savoury dressing. Drink: 2020 - 2021 701318 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 2020. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Spain
Barón de Ley Varietales Maturana 2016, Rioja Doc, Spain: An elegant, full-bodied Spanish red wine made from the Maturana grape. Aromas of blackcurrants and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Decant 1-2 hours. Drink: 2018 - 2022 14.5% XD 750 mL $25.00 Score: 90/100. July 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Balbás Crianza 2013, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: A lovely Crianza aged 18 months in French and American oak barrels. Made from estate-grown old vine Tempranillo. Aromas of black plum, prune, dried fig and earth. Pair with lamb. Food pairings: osso buco, Tuscan rabbit, meatlover's pizza, roast pork. Drink: 2018 - 2022 437673 14.5% XD 750 mL $22.25 Score: 91/100. July 2020. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart