Siegel Naranjo Viognier 2022, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Siegel's Naranjo 2022 Viognier is produced from sustainably grown grapes from the Colchagua Valley. The wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and orange-hued in the glass from skin contact with the Viognier grapes. Perfumed with ripe peaches, lychee, orange zest, ginger and toffee flavours rich and silky on the palate with a fresh finish, chill and enjoy it with roast quail or chicken dishes. Drink: 2024-2025. 37759 14% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. June 22, 2024
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Lanson Le Vintage Brut Champagne 2012, Champagne A.C., France: Lanson Le Vintage 2012 Champagne is produced from grapes sourced from grand and premier cru vineyards. Produced from 52% Pinot Noir with the balance in Chardonnay, this beautiful bubble is zesty with a mouth filling mousse of preserved lemon, almond nut, citrus zest and toasty, smoky flavours with a long minerally finish. Disgorged September 2020, this brut bubble is so good now! Chill and enjoy it with good friends over brunch. Drink: 2024-2030. 29949 12.50% D 750 mL $99.95 Score: 97/100. March 16, 2024
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Castaño Hécula Organic Monastrell 2022, Yecla D.O., Spain: Castaño Hécula 2022 Monastrell skips the heavy theme in favor of fresh-picked berry uplift, melding wild-herb garrigue notes with ripe boysenberry and a kiss of rhubarb. Its light-footed tannins and bright pulse of acidity give each sip a sprightly finish. Pair it with smoky eggplant stacks topped with labneh or spicy chorizo-and-poblano tacos for a fun contrast. Drink: 2025-2026. 718999 14% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 90/100. July 19, 2025
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