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Vintages Release October 31, 2015

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Dessert Wine

Château Dereszla 3 Puttonyos Tokaji Aszú 2009, Tokaj-Hegyalja, Hungary Tokaji Aszú food pairings: lemon meringue pie, fruit salad, bread pudding, chocolate mousse. 71498 14% S 500 mL $27.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Delaforce Quinta Da Côrte Vintage Port 1997, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: A luxuriously layered and rich Portuguese fortified dessert wine with aromas of fleshy blackberry jam, black plum preserves and dark spices. Pair with Black Forest cake. Port food pairings: fruit pies, crème brûlée, chocolate mousse, honey cake. Drink: 2014 - 2020 199695 21% S 750 mL $45.00 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Megalomaniac Wines Coldhearted Riesling Icewine 2014, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely Niagara dessert wine made from the classic Riesling grape which lends lime citrus notes and terrific balancing acidity to this icewine. Pair with fruit flans and cobblers. Riesling Icewine food pairings: cheese cake, strawberry and rhubarb pie, Camembert, blueberry grunt. Drink: 2015 - 2019 243519 7.9% S 200 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jost Vineyards Maple Wine, Nova Scotia, Canada: Classic Canadian maple forest flavours on this Nova Scotia dessert wine. Pair with biscotti dipped in caramel or chocolate. Food pairings: pecan pie, apple dumplings, ice cream desserts, chocolate cookies. Drink: 2015 - 2017 431791 10% S 375 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Inniskillin Niagara Estate Vidal & Riesling Icewine 2012, Ontario, Canada: Inniskillin's Vidal and Riesling offer unparalleled quality and flavour. The Vidal offers fresh peach and apricot whereas the Riesling comes in with more lime citrus. Both have terrific balancing acidity to work as post prandial drinks on their own or with fruit flans and cobblers. Icewine food pairings: honey cake, chocolate cookies, berry tarts, apple dumplings. Drink: 2014 - 2020 601021 12% MS 400 mL $64.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Taylor Fladgate Century Of Port Collection, Douro, Portugal: Tawny port is my favourite style of port with its rich toffeed, caramel flavour profile. I love the baking spice finish with luxurious flavours of brown sugar. I hope Santa remembers this for me. Drink: 2015 - 2022 601419 20% S 1500 mL $289.95 Score: 92/100. October 2015. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Other Wines/Drinks

Glenfarclas 12-Year-Old Highland Single Malt, Scotland, United Kingdom 142182 43% 700 mL $75.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Balvenie Doublewood 17-Year-Old Single Malt, Scotland, United Kingdom 280099 43% 750 mL $199.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ty Ku Black Super Premium Sake, Japan 289769 15% 720 mL $34.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Okunomatsu Sakura Daiginjo Sake, Japan 405126 15.4% M 300 mL $16.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lheraud Extra Cognac, Cognac, France 42% 700 mL $279.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Blanton's Single Barrel Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon, Kentucky, United States 558320 40% 750 mL $59.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mazzetti D'altavilla Grappa Di Nebbiolo Da Barolo, Piedmont, Italy 348011 43% 700 mL $155.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nonino Grappa, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy 423632 41% 300 mL $88.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mazzetti d'Altavilla Grappa Di Chardonnay, Italy 248039 40% 200 mL $159.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

De Montal Grand Bas Armagnac 1996, Southwest, France 964254 40% 700 mL $99.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Glenfiddich Gran Reserva 21-Year-Old Single Malt, Scotland, United Kingdom 981381 40% 750 mL $259.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Savoury, mouth-watering and complex: this Italian red wine delivers. Made from the classic Tuscan grape of the Chianti region, Sangiovese, this wine offers aromas of sun-dried tomato, dark, tart cherry and earth. Perfect for meaty pasta dishes. Drink: 2014 - 2018 45195 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Folie à Deux Zinfandel 2012, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Big aromas and flavours of boysenberry, blueberry and blackberry on this classic Californian red wine made from the flagship Zinfandel grape. Vibrant, round and full-bodied. Bursting with flavour and vibrancy. Finishes with dark spices. Perfect for BBQ meats. Zinfandel food pairings: dry-rubbed ribs, grilled burgers. Drink: 2013 - 2017 147231 14.5% D 750 mL $36.95 Score: 92/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Saved Red Blend 2012, California, United States: This robust, smooth, supple Californian red wine is a blend of 27% Merlot, 19% Malbec, 17% Syrah, 13% Zinfandel, 7% Sauzao, 6% Petit Verdot, 4% Petite Sirah, 4% Grenache and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for the 2012 vintage. Select parcels from vineyards in Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, Santa Barbara County and Dry Creek were picked blended separately to perserve their unique character. The wine was aged in 30% new French oak barrels for 16 months before blending. It offers enticing aromas of fleshy blackberries and plums, cedar forest and black cherry. This is a collaboration between one of the world's most famous tattoo artists, Scott Campbell, and winemaker, Clay Brock, who grew up in Napa Valley and is also Director of Winemaking at Wild Horse Winery & Vineyards. This particular wine is named after Scott's famous SAVED tattoo studio in Brooklyn New York and his work is etched on the bottle's front label. This wine finishes with luscious berry flavour. Pair with a pepper steak or roast beef. Drink: 2013 - 2018 417378 15.2% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Simi Winery Merlot 2012, Sonoma County, California, United States: Winemakers Susan Lueker and Megan Schofield have crafted a supple, smooth, rich Merlot for the 2012 vintage. This is a red wine blend of 87% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc. The wine was fermented in 100% stainless steel then aged in 1005 oak for 14 months in a combination of small French and American oak barrels, 20% of which was new. This wine delivers pleasing aromas of blackberry, plum, clove, cedar forest and spice. Great balance of acidity and luscious fruit flavour for dishes like grilled pork chops and lamb. Drink: 2014 - 2018 417386 13.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Chateau Pey La Tour 2010, Bordeaux, France: This traditional Bordeaux blend has Merlot (90%), Cabernet Sauvignon (5%), Cabernet France (3%) and Petit Verdot (2%) grapes. Classic aromas of cassis and black currant with some pepper and smoke on the nose, palate and long finish. The 2010 vintage was a strong one and it shows in this value-priced Bordeaux. The vines are planted in calcerous-clay soils. Superb balance, depth and freshness . Pair with prime rib or a rare steak. Drink: 2014 - 2019 349308 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ruffino Lodola Nuova Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Juicy and savoury with delicious dark layers of fleshy black cherry and blackberry. Great zing on the palate and finish to add refreshment and food friendly virtuoso-ness. Pair with hearty meat sauces and tomato dishes. Drink: 2015 - 2019 332411 14% XD 750 mL $35.15 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 2012, South Australia, Australia: This robust Australian Shiraz was matured for 13 months in second-use American oak hogshead barrels. The 2012 vintage of the Kalimna Bin 28 Shiraz offers rich aromas of ripe blackberry, cassis, anise and dark spice. Polished tannins. Pair with a pepper steak. Shiraz food pairings: marinated pepper steaks, burgers with blue cheese, chargrilled pork chop, cheddar. Drink: 2014 - 2019 422782 15.5% XD 750 mL $49.00 Score: 93/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ruffino Ducale Riserva Chianti Classico 1997, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Drink: 2000 - 2016 45195 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fontanafredda La Rosa Barolo 1998, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy Barolo food pairings: venison, roast beef, hamburgers, aged cheese. 40105 14% D 750 mL $64.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wolf Blass Gold Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled New York strip loin. Drink: 2015 - 2019 606939 14% XD 750 mL $23.95 October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Clos Des Fous Grillos Cantores Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Cachapoal Alto, Cachapoal Valley, Chile 429613 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Redstone Reserve Cabernet Franc 2012, Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Cabernet Franc food pairings: slow-cooked pork, roast turkey, beef and black bean stew, shepherd's pie. 381244 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Redstone Reserve Cabernet Franc 2013, Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Cabernet Franc food pairings: slow-cooked pork, roast turkey, beef and black bean stew, shepherd's pie. 381244 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ruffino Ducale Riserva Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Drink: 2017 - 2026 45195 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bottega Prêt-À-Porter Riserva Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: meat lovers pizza , spicy sausage , prime rib roast, hearty winter stew. 384586 14.5% D 750 mL $99.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Modus Ruffino 2011, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: A seductive nose of violets and wild blackberries gives way to a much more robust palate of fleshy black fruit, smoke, tar, graphite and oak. This truly is a Super Tuscan blend that delivers year after year. Layered, complex and offering a long, satisfying finish. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair with prime rib. Food pairings: pork tenderloin, grilled chicken, autumn hodge-podge. Drink: 2015 - 2021 912956 14% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 93/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Grand Barrail Lamarzelle Figeac 2008, Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: Lots of blackberry, cassis and smoke on the nose and palate of this seductive Bordeaux red wine blend. Great structure, depth, complexity and length on the finish. cellar it for a few more years for maximum pleasure then decant 1 hour. This Grand Cru French red wine is produced by Vignobles Dourthe. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2015 - 2020 425546 13% XD 750 mL $42.00 Score: 93/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ontañón Crianza Tempranillo Garnacha 2011, Rioja, D.O.C.A., Spain Tempranillo Garnacha food pairings: chorizo sausage empanadas, tapas dishes. Drink: 2013 - 2017 976910 13% XD 750 mL $17.95 October 2015. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cliff Lede Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, California, United States Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled New York strip loin, hard cheese, grilled lamb chops, mushroom burgers. 133412 14.9% XD 750 mL $124.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: barbecued steak, grilled lamb chops, hamburger, pork tenderloin. 55764 14% D 750 mL $27.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Earthquake Zinfandel 2010, Lodi, California, United States: A monster Zinfandel with huge aromas and flavours of purple plums, blueberry and blackberry jam. High alcohol at 16% makes this warm on the palate and finish. Juicy and mouth-filling and smooth. Pair with pterodactyl wings. Zinfandel food pairings: aged cheddar, grilled lamb loin, grilled duck breast, Italian sausage burgers. 59717 16% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 89/100. October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lavau Vacqueyras 2012, Rhône A.C., France: This robust southern French red wine offers blackberry liqueur aromas and richness on the nose and palate, with a pleasant smoky finish. Full-bodied and layered with a terrific value for the price for this blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. In the early 1960s, the Lavau winemaking family left St-Émilion in Bordeaux and moved to the Rhône Valley. Brothers Benoit and Frédéric Lavau partner with 300 grape growers in the region to make their wines. Pair with prime rib. Food pairings: rack of lamb. Drink: 2015 - 2018 104927 14% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tabalí Reserva Especial 2011, Limarí Valley, Chile: A savoury Chilean red wine blend of mostly Syrah, along with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in this full-bodied red wine, with terrific aromas of big, black fruit and smoke. Anise, pencil led and fleshy black plum flavours flood the senses. Tabali is the most northern premium winery in Chile, the vineyards lie on the edge of the Enchanted Valley. The grapes are harvested by hand. Try it with a hearty meat dish tonight. Food pairings: rosemary lamb. Drink: 2015 - 2018 107540 14.5% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 92/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Paso Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Paso Robles, California, United States: Complex, balanced and structured: this Californian Cabernet offers lots of pleasure but also has great elegance. Aromas of dark fruit, spice and smoke. Layered and concentrated. Pair with a rare filet mignon. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: beef enchiladas, barbecued ribs in sauce, hamburger, hard cheese, braised pork shanks with white beans. Drink: 2015 - 2018 161141 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cicchitti Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, Mendoza, Argentina: A solid Argentine red wine with aromas of ripe black fruits, dark spice, graphite and anise. Pair with grilled lab. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled lamb chops, Margherita pizza, hard cheese, braised pork shanks. Drink: 2013 - 2017 301465 14% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Scott Family Dijon Clone Pinot Noir 2013, Arroyo Seco, Monterey County, California, United States: Lots of juicy acidity on the palate, with aromas and flavours of attractive tart cherries and field strawberries. Smooth and full-bodied. Try it with planked salmon. Pinot Noir food pairings: planked salmon, veal medallions, lamb in a red wine sauce, roasted pork loin. Drink: 2015 - 2018 317784 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Viña Ventisquero Grey Glacier Single Block Carmenère 2012, Maipo Valley, Chile Carmenère food pairings: turkey with gravy, wine-braised beef, bison chili, wild boar. 325415 14% D 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Clos Du Val Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: barbecued ribs in sauce, grilled lamb chops, strong cheese, Margherita pizza. 325779 13.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Crios 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A darkly hued Argentine red wine with black fruit flavours on the nose and palate. Finishes with mocha and espresso. Pair with grilled meats. Food pairings: black bean dishes, grilled New York strip loin, veal chops, Asian chicken salad. Drink: 2014 - 2017 366146 13.9% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. October 2015. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Redstone Reserve Cabernet Franc 2011, Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Cabernet Franc food pairings: slow-cooked pork, roast turkey, beef and black bean stew, shepherd's pie. 381244 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Piazzano Chianti 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Good price for this Italian quaffer offering attractive notes of dark red fruit, spice and smoke. Chianti is the iconic red wine of Italy, and has come way since those days of the straw-wrapped bottles. This rendition has terrific acidity for pasta dishes. Pair with movie night and pizza. Food pairings: polenta dishes, venison, beef daube, leg of lamb, pasta with tomato sauce. Drink: 2015 - 2017 393199 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dutton Estate Pinot Noir 2011, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States 414821 14.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bodega Atamisque Serbal Assemblage 2012, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina 415331 14% D 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cono Sur Viento Mar Pinot Noir 2013, San Antonio Valley, Chile: Lusciously fleshy ripe sweet cherry-berry aromas and flavours with a generous silky texture in this Chilean Pinot Noir. Some rose petal and cinnamon spice on the finish. Medium-bodied. This wine is made with 100% Pinot Noir. Pair with roasted chicken or turkey. Pinot Noir food pairings: veal medallions, roasted pork loin, roasted and braised lamb, chicken stuffed with asparagus and goat cheese, venison burgers. Drink: 2015 - 2018 235035 14% D 750 mL $20.25 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Underwood Pinot Noir 2011, Oregon, United States Pinot Noir food pairings: venison burgers, roast veal, smoked salmon, beef bourguignon. 421198 13% D 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Clos Des Fous Grillos Cantores Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Cachapoal Alto, Cachapoal Valley, Chile 429613 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Famiglia Bianchi Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Mendoza, Argentina Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: barbecued ribs, pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, rosemary lamb. 677567 14.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Sonoma County, California, United States: Such an elegant, yet expressive Californian Cabernet on the nose. Aromas of blackcurrant cassis mingle with dried herbs and cigar box. The palate opens to layers of dark fruit anise and smoke. Terrific balance, depth and length with a dry finish. This Californian red wine is made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in Sonoma, mostly Knights Valley. It's actually a blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, and a splash of Petit Verdot, Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. The wine was matured in French oak barrels mostly, with a few American oak barrels for the 2012 vintage. Pair with filet mignon or lamb with rosemary. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: lamb, pork tenderloin, pepper steak, hamburgers, cheese. Drink: 2015 - 2018 678615 13.5% XD 750 mL $35.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

L'Aventure Winery Optimus 2013, Paso Robles, California, United States 683409 14.5% D 750 mL $64.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Concha y Toro Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Maipo Valley, Chile: A robust Chilean red wine with flavours of blackberry jam and preserves, firm tannins and a sweet dark fruit finish. Pair with roast beef. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled New York strip loin, hard cheese, braised pork shanks, veal chops. Drink: 2014 - 2017 562918 15% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 89/100. October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Falernia Reserva Carmenère 2013, Elquí Valley, Chile Carmenère food pairings: turkey with gravy, wild boar, wine-braised beef, bison chili. 269175 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Luis Felipe Edwards 2012, Colchagua Valley, Chile 431809 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Montes Alpha Syrah 2012, Colchagua Valley, Chile: A richly flavoured Chilean red wine from one of the country's most-respected producers. Lots of fleshy ripe blackberry and plum on the nose. Finishes with mocha and dark spice. Pair with grilled meats. Syrah food pairings: game meats, rare roast beef, spice-braised lamb, cheddar. 612 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Morandé Carignan 2011, Loncomilla Valley, Maule Valley, Chile Carignan food pairings: stuffed beef braciole, venison stew, sharp aged cheddar. 427971 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Two Hands Wines Lily's Garden Shiraz 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Robust Australian red wine with towering black fruit flavours and made from the country's classic Shiraz grape. This winery has a long history in winemaking. Shiraz food pairings: Muscovy duck, grilled pork chops, rare roast beef, spice-braised lamb. Drink: 2015 - 2019 162213 14% XD 750 mL $54.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wolf Blass Gold Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Lots of blackberry preserves on the nose and palate of this richly flavoured Australian Cabernet. Some eucalyptus and herbal notes wrapped in toasty oak on the finish. Pair with a pepper steak. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled New York strip loin. Drink: 2015 - 2019 606939 14% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

C.J. Pask Gimblett Road Merlot 2013, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand Merlot food pairings: flank steak, rack of BBQ ribs, veal Porterhouse, grilled lamb. 9134 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wild River Pinot Noir 2013, Waipara Valley, South Island, New Zealand Pinot Noir food pairings: prime rib, roast beef, roasted turkey, veal stew. 376244 14.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Brampton Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Coastal Region, Western Cape W.O., South Africa Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hard cheese, braised pork shanks, veal chops, rosemary lamb. 315903 14.5% D 750 mL $15.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Slowine Shiraz 2013, Western Cape W.O., South Africa Shiraz food pairings: lamb cutlets, hamburgers, espresso and cocoa-rubbed flank steak, grilled pork chops. 96503 12.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Arnaud Aucoeur Cuvée Le Chagny Morgon 2013, Beaujolais A.P., France 430652 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château De Panigon 2011, Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France 348250 13% XD 750 mL $22.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Mazails 2011, Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France Food pairings: roast beef. 425538 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

André Delorme Bourgogne 2013, Burgundy A.C., France Food pairings: roasted stuffed chicken, grilled tuna, smoked salmon, bacon topped burgers. 737360 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Du Meix-Foulot Les Veleys Mercurey 2011, Burgundy A.C., France 148874 13% XD 750 mL $35.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Michelot Santenay-La-Comme 2013, Burgundy A.C., France 428011 12% XD 750 mL $46.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

De Neuville Bertinière Chinon 2013, Loire A.C., France Chinon food pairings: stuffed turkey roasted. 428037 14.5% D 750 mL $15.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine De Vieux Télégraphe Télégramme 2013, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: A blockbuster southern French red wine made from a blend of traditional Rhone red grapes such as Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Lots of rich dark fruit flavours wrapped in dark spice and smoke. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017 - 2022 292722 14% XD 750 mL $59.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

E. Guigal Gigondas 2011, Rhône A.C., France: The wines of the Gigondas region in the Rhone Valley are my favourite as they lead with the seductively rich and satin smooth Grenache grape. Guigal is one of the best-known and most-respected producers in the Rhone. This wine is no exception with its rich, fleshy black fruit, pepper, violets, black olives deep core of minerality. Pair with prime rib. 331900 13.5% XD 750 mL $36.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

J.L. Chave Sélection Offerus Saint-Joseph 2012, Rhône A.C., France 359109 13.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Val Auclair Les Barras Rouge 2013, Vallé Du Paradis, Rhône I.G.P., France 417568 14.5% D 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Umani Ronchi Vigor Sangiovese Merlot 2013, Marche I.G.T., Italy Sangiovese Merlot food pairings: pasta in tomato sauce, baked veal. 428078 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Beni di Batasiolo Boscareto Barolo 2009, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy Barolo food pairings: roast beef, hamburgers, aged cheeses, venison. 73932 14% D 750 mL $97.00 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fontanafredda La Rosa Barolo 2008, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy Barolo food pairings: venison, roast beef, hamburgers, aged cheese. 40105 14% D 750 mL $64.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ricossa Appassimento Barbera 2014, Piedmont D.O.C., Italy Barbera food pairings: beef stroganoff, Neapolitan pizza. 430751 14% D 750 mL $17.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Socré Barbaresco 2011, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy Barbaresco food pairings: barbecued ribs, chicken wings, steaks rubbed well with Primitivo, hamburgers. 305284 14% D 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Lirica Di Manduria Primitivo 2012, Puglia D.O.P., Italy Primitivo food pairings: grilled steak, roast leg of lamb, hard cheese, veal piccata. 326710 14% D 750 mL $18.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Antinori Pian Delle Vigne Brunello Di Montalcino 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: roast beef, cheesy pizza, stuffed roasted turkey, steak topped pizza, pasta in tomato sauce. 651141 14% XD 750 mL $69.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Barone Ricasoli Brolio Riserva Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy 418822 13% XD 750 mL $34.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Borgo Scopeto Borgonero 2011, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy 421396 14% D 750 mL $20.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cafaggio Cortaccio 2006, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy 20966 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cantine Leonardo Da Vinci Leonardo Chianti 2013, Italy 661116 14% D 5000 mL $109.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Il Grigio Da San Felice Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Chianti Classico food pairings: beef roast, meat lover pizza, veal cutlets, pasta in tomato sauce. 403477 13.5% XD 750 mL $51.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Le Volte 2013, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy Food pairings: barbecued beef, lamb chops. 964221 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Poggiotondo Centolani Brunello Di Montalcino 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: veal piccata, cheddar, lamb roast, barbecued steak. 276576 14.5% D 750 mL $46.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy 988055 14.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rocca Delle Macìe Riserva Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Chianti Classico food pairings: breaded veal cutlets, cobb salad , pasta in tomato sauce, roast beef. 930966 14% D 750 mL $22.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2013, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy 147876 14.5% D 750 mL $43.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta Sette Ponti Oreno 2012, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy 735597 13.6% D 750 mL $77.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Allegrini La Grola 2011, Veneto I.G.T., Italy Food pairings: pasta with a tomato sauce, roasted venison, beef stew, leg of lamb. 476598 16.5% D 750 mL $39.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bottega Prêt-À-Porter Riserva Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2009, Veneto D.O.C., Italy Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: meat lovers pizza , spicy sausage , prime rib roast, hearty winter stew. 384586 14.5% D 750 mL $99.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Feudi San Pio Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy Valpolicella Classico Superiore food pairings: polenta dishes, venison stew, lamb roast, cheese. 181446 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

i Castei Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: beef stew, prime rib roast,. pizza with meat, tangy sausage. 739979 13.5% XD 750 mL $43.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marchesi Fumanelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy Valpolicella Classico Superiore food pairings: roasted leg of lamb, venison stew, pasta in tomato sauce, polenta dishes. 429407 13% D 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Michele Castellani Cinque Stelle Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2011, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: turkey burgers, pasta with a cream based sauce, pizza with meat, roasted beef. 75127 15% XD 750 mL $56.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Remo Farina Montecorna Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy Valpolicella Classico Superiore food pairings: veal chops, rosemary lamb, barbecued ribs, pork tenderloin. 56267 13% D 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta S. Anna Riserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Veneto, Italy 600080 14% D 5000 mL $129.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Purcari Rara De Purcari Neagra 2013, Nistreana Wine Region, Moldova 426262 13.5% D 750 mL $20.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Guadalupe Red 2012, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal 336313 13% XD 750 mL $13.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domingos 2012, Douro D.O.C., Portugal 426536 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Quinta da Rede Reserva 2012, Douro D.O.C., Portugal 431742 13.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Barón de Ley Reserva 1995, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain 958868 15.6% XD 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bodegas Mas Alta Artigas 2008, Priorat D.O., Spain 424457 14.5% XD 750 mL $37.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Clos D'agon Amic Tinto 2011, Catalunya D.O., Spain 424432 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Matsu El Recio 2012, Toro D.O., Spain 424408 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Miros De Ribera Crianza 2009, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain 431676 13% D 750 mL $21.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Muriel Reserva Vendimia Seleccionada 2007, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain 276030 12.8% D 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Zuccardi Q Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mendoza, Argentina 12% D 1500 mL $49.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Viña Tarapacá Etiqueta Negra Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Maipo Valley, Chile 348045 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mitolo Jester Duo Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia, Australia 186759 14.5% D 1500 mL $44.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Yvon Mau et Fils, Bordeaux, France 908459 12.5% XD 4500 mL $129.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Monte Zovo 2012, Veneto, Italy 423624 13.5% XD 1500 mL $37.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Louis Jadot, Burgundy A.C., France 132829 13% XD 1500 mL $45.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Carlo Pellegrino, Italy 14% XD 2250 mL $101.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Carlo Pellegrino, Italy 14% XD 1500 mL $89.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Santa Sofia, Veneto, Italy 14% XD 3000 mL $179.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tommasi, Veneto, Italy 423715 13% XD 1500 mL $36.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico and Lugana Brut 2010, Veneto, Italy 423665 16.5% D 1500 mL $86.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino Trio, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy 348052 14% XD 2250 mL $249.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Remo Farino, Veneto, Italy 384578 14% XD 1500 mL $62.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Wine Gurus Emv Grandes Vinos, Spain 423681 14% XD 3750 mL $99.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Gloria Ferrer Blanc De Blancs, Carneros, California, United States: Toasty Californian sparkling wine with freshly baked brioche aromas. Lovely zestiness and refreshment. Consistently great producer. This is an amazing price. Pair with fried chicken. Blanc De Blancs food pairings: fried chicken. Drink: 2015 - 2018 223792 12.5% XD 750 mL $37.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: A robust and complex Champagne from one of the region's top producers. Bollinger always delivers and this special cuvee is no exception. Aromas of freshly baked bread, lemon zest and toasted almond. Pair with oysters. Champagne food pairings: grilled salmon, curry dishes, pulled pork sammies. Drink: 2015 - 2021 234104 12.5% D 375 mL $46.95 Score: 93/100. October 2015. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Armand De Brignac Brut Rosé Champagne, Champagne, France 12.5% XD 750 mL $549.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Armand De Brignac Trilogie Champagne, Champagne A.C., France 12.5% XD 2250 mL $1,594.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bailly-Lapierre Brut Crémant De Bourgogne, Burgundy A.C., France: A terrific Blanc de Noirs from Burgundy, made using the classical Champagne method and from red grapes (Pinot Noir) to produce this white sparkling wine Lots of racy acidity and aromas of Asian pear and golden apple. Crémant De Bourgogne food pairings: seafood, salad, gorgonzola. Drink: 2014 - 2019 420984 12% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Best Value Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Piper-Heidsieck Champagne 2002, Champagne, France 423582 12% XD 750 mL $299.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nicolas Feuillatte Palmes D'or Brut Star Champagne 2002, Champagne, France 423590 12% XD 750 mL $186.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

R De Ruinart Champagne, Champagne, France 425116 12.5% XD 750 mL $126.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Laurent-Perrier Champagne, Champagne A.C., France 425926 12.2% XD 1500 mL $158.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Laurent-Perrier Brut Rosé Cuvée Champagne, Champagne, France 12.5% XD 750 mL $99.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bottega Gold Prosecco, Treviso, Veneto D.O.C., Italy 621458 11% M 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Adelsheim Pinot Gris 2013, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States Pinot Gris food pairings: pork tenderloin, roast turkey , seafood, pasta with cream sauce. 27524 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Signos De Origen La Vinilla Chardonnay Viognier Marsanne Roussanne 2014, Casablanca Valley, Chile 63909 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Bellevue Touraine Sauvignon 2014, Loire A.C., France Sauvignon food pairings: seafood salad, stuffed chicken breast, poached shellfish, Asian dishes. 82305 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Francis Ford Coppola Director's Cut Chardonnay 2013, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States Chardonnay food pairings: fish tacos, roast beef, pasta in cream sauce, crab cakes. 128280 14% XD 750 mL $28.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling Kabinett 2014, Prädikatswein, Mosel, Germany: Beautiful peach blossom nose then a surprising but delightful juicy, mouth-watering attack on the palate that is ultra-refreshing. Medium-bodied with terrific refreshment in this classic German Riesling. Pair with fresh seafood. Riesling Kabinett food pairings: sushi with extra wasabi, roast chicken, spicy pasta dishes, baby greens salad, feta cheese. Drink: 2015 - 2018 160846 7.5% M 750 mL $23.25 Score: 92/100. October 2015. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pascual Toso Chardonnay 2014, Mendoza, Argentina Chardonnay food pairings: pan-fried cod, pork tenderloin, pasta in a cream sauce, roasted chicken. 634808 14% XD 750 mL $12.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Robert Oatley Vineyards Signature Series Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: Crisp, clean and refreshing Australia Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of freshly cut grass and lime. Pair with oysters. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: stuffed chicken breast, pan-fried freshwater fish, oysters on the half shell, sauerkraut with sausages. Drink: 2014 - 2017 186106 12.2% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. October 2015. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Chardonnay 2013, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A full-bodied BC white wine made from Chardonnay grapes and displaying aromas of green apple and freshly baked bread. Good minerality on the finish. Pair with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: deep sea scallops, beef bourguignon, pan-fried cod, pasta in an Alfredo sauce. Drink: 2014 - 2018 208694 13.7% XD 750 mL $38.35 Score: 89/100. October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Les Vieux Murs Pouilly-Fuissé 2014, Burgundy A.C., France Pouilly-Fuissé food pairings: chicken in a garlic and white wine sauce, roasted pork tenderloin. 241117 13.4% XD 750 mL $33.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Giesen The Brothers Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, Australia: Lots of crisp, mouth-watering acidity on this cool-climate Sauvignon Blanc. Finishes with lemon-lime notes. Pair with shellfish. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: pasta primavera, stuffed chicken breast, garden salad, steamed shellfish. Drink: 2013 - 2016 520824 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. October 2015. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

G. Marquis The Silver Line Chardonnay 2013, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Chardonnay food pairings: beef bourguignon, Asian dishes with black beans, linguini with clams, pan-fried cod. 258681 12.3% D 750 mL $17.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Umani Ronchi Casal di Serra dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Verdicchio 2014, Marche D.O.C., Italy 268169 13% D 750 mL $19.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rodney Strong Chalk Hill Chardonnay 2013, Sonoma County, California, United States Chardonnay food pairings: Asian dishes with black beans, pork tenderloin, roasted chicken, cheese. 275552 13.5% D 750 mL $30.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stoneleigh Latitude Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A zesty, medium-bodied, unoaked New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of freshly cut grass and lime. Herbal on the palate with lots of acidity. Pair with shellfish. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled prawns, barbecued chicken skewers, Asian dishes with black bean sauces, poached salmon. Drink: 2014 - 2017 324228 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc 2014, Sonoma County, California, United States Fumé Blanc food pairings: chicken salad, pork tenderloin, seafood, barbecued lobster. 974765 13.9% XD 750 mL $23.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Inniskillin Niagara Estate Reserve Series Chardonnay 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Chardonnay food pairings: lobster in melted butter, fish tacos, gougère, pasta with tomato sauce. 383562 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

J Vineyards Chardonnay 2013, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States Chardonnay food pairings: steamed lobster, pasta in tomato sauce, cheese, pan fried trout. 807875 14.3% XD 750 mL $39.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dutton Estate Winery Kyndall's Reserve Chardonnay 2012, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States Chardonnay food pairings: roasted stuffed chicken, egg dishes, steamed mahi mahi, gougère. 420976 14.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Domaine Jean Claude Courtault Chablis 2013, Burgundy A.C., France Chablis food pairings: garden salad, baked haddock fillets. 424929 12.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

De Martino Legado Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Casablanca Valley, Chile Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: fresh tomato and basil salad, pan-fried freshwater fish, stuffed chicken breast, pasta primavera. 427658 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château De La Ragotière Muscadet Sèvre Et Main 2014, Loire A.C., France Muscadet Sèvre Et Main food pairings: breaded calamari, pork tenderloin, veggie tempura. 429076 12% D 750 mL $14.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dauny Les Caillottes Sancerre 2014, Loire A.C., France 429340 12.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

De Morgenzon Dmz Chenin Blanc 2015, Western Cape W.O., South Africa Chenin Blanc food pairings: white fleshed fish, mild sausage, Greek salad, game. 429522 14% XD 750 mL $14.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Robert Mondavi Winery Fumé Blanc 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Crisp, dry and fresh with a lemon-lime lift through the core of this California Sauvignon Banc. Robert Mondavi devised the name Fume Blanc for Sauvignon Blanc. Very deft/light use of oak preserves the refreshment of this wine and its versatility with food. This wine is mostly Sauvignon Blanc and with a splash of Semillon. Sixty percent of the wine is barrel fermented, and then it's all aged on its own yeast (sûr lie) in French oak for 9 months to add extra richness, creaminess and lovely dimension. The grapes are grown in the Stags Leap and Oakville vineyards. Try this wine with pasta or seafood in a cream sauce. Fumé Blanc food pairings: chicken salad, pork tenderloin, seafood, barbecued lobster. Drink: 2014 - 2016 221887 14.5% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. October 2015. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Viognier 2010, Colchagua Valley, Chile Drink: 2012 - 2014 64287 13.5% D 750 mL $14.00 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Dutton Estate Winery Kyndall's Reserve Chardonnay 2015, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States Chardonnay food pairings: roasted stuffed chicken, egg dishes, steamed mahi mahi, gougère. 420976 14.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 October 2015. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio 2014, Venezie I.G.T., Italy: An extraordinary fresh Italian white wine, especially for this price. Wow. Vibrant aromas of lemon zest, green apples and lime-citrus. Racy, mouth-watering acidity for salads and vegetarian dishes. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014 - 2017 589101 12% XD 750 mL $12.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Eradus Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Very herbal, grassy and refreshing New Zealand white wine. A herbaceous finish with chives and lemongrass. Great with salads. Pale straw in hue, with green tints. Crisp, clean and fresh on the finish. A consistent producer of sauvignon blanc year after year. Pair with soft and fresh cheeses, Dover sole and pesto. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: cheese, shellfish, Caesar salad, corned beef and cabbage, turkey pot pie. Drink: 2014 - 2017 225557 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2015. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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