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Vintages Release April 28, 2018

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Red Wine

Rocca delle Macìe Zingarelli Riserva Chianti Classico 2014, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A polished, silky Italian red wine with racy acidity and black fruit and toasty oak aromas. Lots of dark plum notes and mocha on the mid-palate and finish. This robust Chianti Classico is a red wine made from the Sangiovese grape with a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, and the wine is aged for 24 months in French Allier barrels. Pair with pasta in a meat sauce or grilled meats. Decant 1 hour. Polished tannins, good concentration of flavour. Chianti Classico food pairings: mince sirloin, sausage and cheese pizza, Tuscan rabbit, sausage cassoulet. Drink: 2017 - 2025 930966 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Carpineto Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano Riserva 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: This dry Italian red wine has lots of racy. mouth-watering acidity. Aromas of dark fruit and toasty oak. Dusty, savoury, classic Italian red wine with aromas of lovely tart black cherries, cedar smoke, violets. Nicely integrated nuances of oak and vanillin. This robust red has a good grip on the palate so decant for 1-2 hours then enjoy with prime rib. Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano Riserva food pairings: roast beef, grilled venison ribs, venison steak. Drink: 2017 - 2020 368910 13% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Charles Smith Wines Of Substance Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Washington, United States: A firm tannic grip on this big Washington state red wine. Cellar a few years then decant 2 hours and pair with a rare steak. Aromas of black fruit and toasty oak. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: prime rib roast, gourmet hamburgers, Salisbury steak. Drink: 2017 - 2023 419770 13.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Le Volte 2015, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: An elegant and balanced Italian red wine blend of 67% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 13% Sangiovese grapes. Le Volte is the second label of the famous Super Tuscan wine Ornellaia. Aromas of dark berries and cedar brush. Pair with lamb. Food pairings: spaghetti and meatballs, veal parmesan, sautéed veal medallions. Drink: 2017 - 2024 964221 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Château Saint-Antoine Réserve Du Château 2014, Bordeaux Supérieur A.C., France: The wine blend is 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc with aromas of black currant and cassis. Pair with prime rib. Château Saint-Antoine winery is owned by the Aubert family who also own the prestigious Chateau La Couspaude Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classe. A great bargain for Bordeaux! Ready to drink now with decanting of 1-2 hours as the tannins are still firm. Aromas of black currant and cassis, mocha and chocolate from oak aging. Pair with prime rib. Food pairings: grilled sirloin steak, meat fondue, barbequed ribs. Drink: 2018 - 2022 434464 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Morandé Gran Reserva Carmenère 2014, Maipo Valley, Chile: Juicy, savoury, dark and delicious Chilean red wine made from the country's signature red grape Carmenère. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and dark berries. This wine is aged in French oak foudres (barrels) for 16 months. Pair with grilled meat and lamb. Carmenère food pairings: roasted root vegetable casserole, grilled sausages, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2018 - 2021 371112 14% D 750 mL $17.80 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Henry of Pelham Winery Family Tree Red 2015, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A terrific, full-bodied Niagara red wine blend of several grapes. Rich and complex with excellent balance. This red wine is produced by the Speck brothers. Aromas of smoke, black fruit and spice. Love the depth and richness here. Pair with prime rib. Food pairings: grilled pork ribs, grilled steak, vegetarian pizza. Drink: 2018 - 2020 247882 13.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Sonoma County, California, United States: Juicy and succulent yet toweringly full-bodied. Velvet texture and joyous mouth-feel. A full-bodied, savoury Californian Cabernet with aromas of campfire and smoke from toasty oak aging. Juicy and delicious. Pair with barbecued meats. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled meats, slow-braised long beef ribs, pepper steak. Drink: 2017 - 2022 671164 14.8% D 750 mL $37.95 Score: 92/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

14 Estate Blend Los Haroldos 2014, Argentina, Argentina: Full-bodied with firm tannins and black fruit, smoke, tar and oak. Pair with rare meats. 14 Estate Blend Los Haroldos food pairings: roast beef, game stew, grilled Porterhouse steaks. Drink: 2018 - 2020 512202 14.2% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nederburg Manor House Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: A rustic, robust red that offers blackberry and cassis aromas. Decant for 1-2 hours. Finishes with wild blackberry, mocha, vanilla spice and dried herbs. Pair it with game dishes. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: roast leg of venison, roast garlic and herb partridge, fresh green herbs lamb hamburgers. Drink: 2018 - 2022 68767 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Seméli Oreinos Helios Agiorgitiko Syrah 2016, Peloponnese P.G.I., Greece: Juicy, intriguing and absolutely delicious Greek red wine blend of the native Agiorgitiko and the international Syrah. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and dark berries with smoke and spice. Perfect for grilled meats. Agiorgitiko Syrah food pairings: rosemary and garlic roast leg of lamb, root vegetables and veal stew, pork cutlets. Drink: 2018 - 2022 546200 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casar De Burbia Mencía 2014, Bierzo D.O., Spain: A rustic, very tannic Spanish red wine with loads of toasty oak and dark chocolate on the nose. Decant 2 hours and pair with brontosaurus burgers. Mencía food pairings: hearty meat dishes, meatlover's pizza, hard cheeses. Drink: 2018 - 2023 392530 14.6% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Quinta Das Carvalhas 2013, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: This robust Portuguese red wine overdelivers against its price point! It's a blend that includes the aromatic Touriga Nacional grape offering notes of violets, dark plums and spice. Nicely balanced with a solid finish. Pair with grilled meats. Food pairings: roasted game meats, rabbit fricassee, grilled prime rib steak. Drink: 2018 - 2023 523647 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Eugen Altschuh Pinot Noir 2015, Pfalz Qualitätswein, Germany: A lovely German Pinot Noir with aromas of fleshy ripe black cherry, raspberry and cola. Surprisingly high alcohol for Germen Pinot at 14% but it doesn't taste hot and is balanced. Smooth and supple. Pair with veal and game dishes. Pinot Noir food pairings: rosemary and garlic roast leg of lamb, root vegetables and veal stew, pork cutlets. Drink: 2018 - 2022 550350 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

The Thief? Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2015, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Jammy raspberry and strawberry fruit on the nose and palate of this rich, full-bodied, smooth Australian Shiraz. This is a traditional Australian GSM blend: Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (aka Mouvedre). Winemaker Tash Mooney says the wine is named in honour of his great grandfather who in the 1840s agreed to mind a cow for a neighbour who was away for several months. The cow died of old age, but the neighbour accused him of theft and subsequently he was excommunicated by the church and buried outside the fence of the Catholic church cemetery. Pair with hell-fired steak. Grenache Shiraz Mataro food pairings: rosemary and garlic roast leg of lamb, root vegetables and veal stew, pork cutlets. Drink: 2018 - 2022 534768 14.2% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Filus Malbec 2015, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied Argentine Malbec with blackened, charred dark fruit, tar, smoke and toasty oak. Pair with grilled meats. Malbec food pairings: grilled pork chops, roast gamebirds, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2018 - 2024 547315 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Collection Red Label Zinfandel 2015, California, United States: A full-bodied Californian Zinfandel with aromas of purple and black plums and smoke. Pair with barbecued ribs. Zinfandel food pairings: BBQ ribs, roast chicken, turkey. Drink: 2018 - 2022 708289 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Joel Gott Washington Red 2015, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A rich, full-bodied Washington red wine that leads with Merlot grapes in the blend. Lots of fleshy ripe raspberry and cherry flavours. Pair with barbecued meats. Food pairings: roast chicken, smoked roast turkey, onion pie. Drink: 2018 - 2024 488510 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bisquert Ecos De Rulo Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Fleshy ripe black plums and dark berries. Very seductive and juicy with a supple, smooth texture. Mouth-watering and full-bodied but not heavy. Black fruit and the right amount of toasty oak on the finish. Pair with grilled meats. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: gourmet burgers, tourtière, cheese pizza. Drink: 2018 - 2020 546515 14% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rodney Strong Merlot 2014, Sonoma County, California, United States: Comfy like your favourite pair of jeans. Dependable and fits just right for the evening. Smooth, jazz wine: don't think, just drink. Dark plums, some toast. Merlot food pairings: rack of BBQ ribs, veal Porterhouse, grilled lamb, pepper steak, lentil dishes. Merlot food pairings: rack of BBQ ribs, veal Porterhouse, grilled lamb, pepper steak, lentil dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2022 497933 14.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Castelgiocondo Brunello Di Montalcino 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: This is the half bottle format of this wine (375 ml): perfect for nights on your own, or when you and your dining companion want to share a glass and a half each before trying another wine from the estate. Simply gorgeous! Aromas of black truffle, wild violets and dark, smoky berries. This savoury and juicy Italian red wine with a racy acidity on the palate that's perfect for pasta in tomato sauce, spicy sausages, pizza and lasagna. Aromas of tart black cherry, spices and everything good in a Tuscan kitchen when it's cooking. Great concentration and depth of flavour on the palate. This blockbuster is in serious need of cellar time. A full-bodied red wine featuring aromas of blackberry, black plums, smoky oak and tar. It's fairly smooth, though this will improve with aging. Decant for 1-2 hours when you open it. Pair with prime rib. The Frescobaldi name is one of the best known in the Tuscany region, and this wine delivers on the promise. Great structure, balance and length. It's produced from severe selection, low yield Sangiovese grapes grown on the winery's estate vineyard in the heart of Tuscany. The wine is aged for three years in large oak casks and then another 6 months in bottle before being released from the winery. The Frescobaldi family have been winegrowers since 1300. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: pasta in meat sauce, spicy sausages, grilled meats, game. Drink: 2018 - 2025 35295 14.5% XD 375 mL $29.95 Score: 94/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Telteca Roble Bonarda 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: Sweet fleshy ripe blackberries and blueberries on the nose and palate of this well-priced Argentine red wine made from the Bonarda grape. Some mocha and espresso on the finish. Pair with grilled meats. Bonarda food pairings: meat pizza, herb-rubbed roast chicken, hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2022 547323 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

14 Hands Merlot 2015, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: The vines for this terrific Merlot are planted at the southern limit of the Yakima Valley in the foothills of Washington state's Horse Heaven Hills wine region. This wine is bursting with fleshy ripe black plums, cherry and mocha. The horses on the label are a tribute to the wild horses that once roamed the Hose Heaven Hills. They were approximately 14 hands tall: small but sturdy and strong, known for their unbridled strength and freedom. Pair with grilled pork chops. Merlot food pairings: grilled pork chops, lamb kebabs, veal roast stuffed with wild mushroom and wild leeks. Drink: 2018 - 2023 463000 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ramirez De La Piscina Crianza 2013, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Lots of toasty oak and Band-Aid on the nose (good thing) on this robust Spanish red wine. Loaded with black berries and wild tart woodland fruit with savoury cedar brush and garrigue and mystery. Meaty, and chompy. Drink with a fork. Great price. Steak please. Food pairings: prime rib roast, hearty winter stew, meat lovers pizza , spicy sausage. Drink: 2018 - 2022 383018 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Álvaro Palacios Camins Del Priorat 2016, Priorat D.O.Q., Spain: This full-bodied Spanish red wine offers rich, deeply concentrated black fruit flavours. Dark spices on the finish with some anise. Great for hearty meat dishes. Winemaker Alvaro Palacios is one of Spain’s superstar vintners who also produces the cult wine L’Ermita. The grapes for this wine are mostly sourced from young vines in the same vineyards that create his second wine, Les Terrasses, which is made only from old vines. Try this with prime rib. Food pairings: hearty meat dishes, meatlover's pizza, hard cheeses. Drink: 2018 - 2023 216291 14.8% XD 750 mL $30.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Elias Mora 2014, Toro D.O., Spain: A robust, rustic Spanish red wine that offers plenty of pleasure in the glass. Fleshy black fruit and toasty oak from start to finish. Pair with a ribeye steak. Food pairings: smoked cheese, lamb chops, pan-seared venison, Papas con chorizo, herbed steaks. Drink: 2018 - 2022 209650 15% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rockcliffe Third Reef Shiraz 2015, Great Southern, Western Australia, Australia: Full-bodied, juicy and mouth-watering Australian Shiraz with dark fruit notes. Pair with rare steak. Shiraz food pairings: Hunter's stew, venison chili, roasted gamebirds. Drink: 2018 - 2022 453209 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Duca Catemario Collezione Privata Pinot Grigio Rosé 2017, Friuli I.G.T., Italy: This northeastern Italian rosé is made from Pinot Grigio grapes. Soft and pretty with soft floral and strawberry blossom notes. Serve as a chilled aperitif on a hot summer's day. Pair with soft cheeses. Pinot Grigio Rosé food pairings: green salad with feta and cranberries, spinach salad with strawberries and balsamic dressing, tomato, basil and bocconcini salad. Drink: 2018 - 2019 451146 12.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Villa maria Private Bin Rosé 2017, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Pretty aromas of field strawberries tickle the nose and senses on this vibrant New Zealand rosé. It's dry and delicate yet refreshing. It finishes with a touch of spice and sun-dappled berries. Pair with planked salmon. Serve chilled. Rosé food pairings: grilled chicken breast, shellfish, charcuterie plate. Drink: 2018 - 2021 234377 12.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Medeiros Rosé 2017, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal: Tasty, savoury and lip-smacking tasty! Surprisingly zesty and fresh for an Argentine rosé, which I expect to be heavier. Strawberry fields forever! Pair with salmon. Rosé food pairings: cold turkey sandwiches, chicken salad, roasted onion and asparagus galette. Drink: 2018 - 2020 451385 12.5% D 750 mL $12.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Miraval Rosé 2017, Provence A.P, France: No longer owned by Brad and Angelina, now that they've split (neither took custody of the winery). This wine stands alone as a terrific, refreshing rosé with aromas of small field strawberries, orange zest and light spices. Made by the Perrin family famous for Chateau Beaucastel. Lovely ballet slipper pink hue. Finishes floral and elegant. Pair with roast chicken. Rosé food pairings: planked salmon, pate, roast chicken, roast breast of veal. Drink: 2018 - 2020 342584 13% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Pannier Sélection E.V. Brut, Champagne A.C., France: Toasty and robust and muscular with a toasted almond finish. Lovely. Great price. Food pairings: charcuterie, salads, hors d'oeuvres. Drink: 2016 - 2020 374421 12% XD 750 mL $45.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Sacred Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Marlborough, New Zealand: Herbal and vibrant with notes of freshly cut grass. Perfect sunshine weather wine with seafood. Racy acidity, medium body, zesty, no oak. Drink: 2016 - 2018 489112 13% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cotnari Grasa De Cotnari 2015, Cotnari, Moldova D.O.C., Romania: Floral and fragrant like honey blossoms. This Romanian white wine is made form the Grasa grape and it offers attractive notes toasted almonds and ripe apricot. Pretty and soft post-prandial sipper: no acidity that's discernible. This botrytis-affected wine pairs well with Stilton and biscotti. Grasa De Cotnari food pairings: blue-vein cheeses, roasted nuts, apricot galette. Drink: 2018 - 2022 73205 11.5% S 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Irony Reserve Chardonnay 2015, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, textbook Californian Chardonnay: butter, oak and some peach. Pair with grilled chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: coquilles St Jacques, cheese, poultry, spiced grilled seafood. Drink: 2017 - 2021 27409 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs Chardonnay 2016, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: A solid Californian Chardonnay, with great balance. Tropical fruit aromas a touch of smoke. Pair with grilled chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: Masala salad, saffron potato cakes, spinach and watercress salad with raspberry dressing. Drink: 2017 - 2020 351717 14.1% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Xanadu Chardonnay 2014, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: Apricot-butter goodness! Lovely depth and length of flavor with lemon refreshment followed by a roasted almond-nougat finish. Seriously great juice. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken with herb butter, veal Porterhouse, grilled tenderloin. Drink: 2018 - 2023 27888 14% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Erath Pinot Gris 2015, Oregon, United States: A terrific, zippy Oregon white wine made from the state's iconic Pinot Gris grape. Crisp flavours of green melon and lime. Perfect companion to seafood or enjoy as a chilled aperitif. Pinot Gris food pairings: grilled chicken with herb butter, veal Porterhouse steak, schnitzels. Drink: 2018 - 2020 546358 13.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Creekside Marianne Hill Riesling 2016, Marianne Hill Vineyard, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, floral, aromatic, refreshing Niagara white wine made from the classic Riesling grape. Aromas of white peach and apricot. Love the low alcohol here. Pair with fresh seafood. Riesling food pairings: planked salmon, feta cheese, Thai seafood noodle salad, turkey breast. Drink: 2018 - 2022 443572 10.5% M 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cave Spring Csv Chardonnay 2015, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Hazelnut and white peach on the nose opens up to lovely ripe pear on the palate. Full-bodied and supple, but not heavy. Long finish. Chardonnay food pairings: pan-fried panfish, grilled chicken breast, freshwater shrimp sammies. Drink: 2018 - 2021 529941 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Pieropan La Rocca Soave Classico 2015, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A soft, low acid Soave with notes of white melon. Nice aperitif. Soave Classico food pairings: grilled chicken with herb butter, veal Porterhouse, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2018 - 2020 92437 13% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 87/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sander Pinot Blanc 2016, Rheinhessen Qualitätswein, Germany: Lots of acidity and dry with chives and white grapefruit. Pair with Asian dishes and curries. Pinot Blanc food pairings: salmon rice bowl with ginger-lime sauce, tempura shrimp, pan-fried panfish. Drink: 2018 - 2020 413930 12.5% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fess Parker Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay 2015, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County, California, United States: A gorgeous, full-bodied Californian Chardonnay from the famous Bien Nacido Vineyard. Aromas of freshly baked bread, golden apple and toasted almond. Lots of layers of pleasure. Pair with roast chicken. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, grilled salmon with lemon sauce, sautéed tenderloin with apple compote. Drink: 2018 - 2022 547158 14.6% D 750 mL $44.95 Score: 93/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hogue Cellars Late Harvest Riesling 2016, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A lovely late harvest wine from California with aromas of apricot jam, peach preserves and orange jelly. Enjoy as a dessert on its own or with a fruit flan or cobbler. Riesling food pairings: spicy curries, tempura shellfish and vegetables, sushi. Drink: 2018 - 2020 546390 11.1% S 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Brampton Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Herbal, zesty and simple with straight up refreshment. Lime and chives. That “ahhhhh” after you take a drink. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: green salads topped with fresh steamed shrimp, saffron-potato cakes, grilled chicken breast. Drink: 2018 - 2020 203901 13.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Monchhof Riesling 2016, Mosel Qualitätswein, Germany: Perfect petrol (stay with me), lime, apricot: balance, finish, juicy flavours, sweetness in tandem with focus. Pear and apple pie on the finish. Great with glazed ham, sweet potatoes and happy discussions. Riesling food pairings: pad Thai, pork sliders, aloo tikka. Drink: 2018 - 2021 553776 10% S 750 mL $20.95 Score: 20/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Puklus Pincészet Tokaji Yellow Muscat 2016, Tokaj-Hegyalja, Tokaji P.D.O., Hungary: Beautiful concentration of lemon essence! Here's a dessert wine that's not cloyingly sweet, and will be perfect with lemon or poppy seed cake. Oh yum. Muscat grapes thrive in clay and volcanic soil, which brings out the floral essence in them and the finished wine, especially in dessert styles. The rolling hills of north-eastern Hungary provide excellent drainage for the vines planted on their slopes. Yellow Muscat food pairings: smoked paprika chicken, lemon cake, poppy seed strudel. Drink: 2018 - 2023 46508 13.5% M 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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