Peller Estates Light Cabernet Sauvignon, Ontario, Canada: Peller Estates Light Cabernet Sauvignon, Ontario, Canada is a lighter style red wine that keeps the familiar Cabernet character while reducing alcohol and intensity. It opens with aromas of blackcurrant, cherry, raspberry and subtle herbal notes, with a touch of soft spice. The palate is light to medium-bodied, smooth and fruit-forward, with gentle tannins, bright acidity and a soft, easy finish at around 8% alcohol. It is designed for easy drinking while still showing classic Cabernet Sauvignon flavour. Fascinating fact: This wine is part of Peller Estates’ Light series, created to offer lower-alcohol options that maintain varietal character through careful harvesting and winemaking techniques. Serve it slightly chilled. 16810 8% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. January 3, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Deinhard Winery Green Label Riesling 2019, Mosel, Koblenz, Germany: A vivacious, medium-dry German Riesling with notes of chives and citrus. Perfect on it's own as an aperitif or as a companion to light poultry and seafood dishes. Drink: 2022-2023. 8094 10.50% M 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. January 18, 2021 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Miguel Torres Natureo Muscat 2015, Spain: This Spanish white wine made from the Muscat grape has almost no alcohol at just .5% as it has been de-alcoholized. It's perfect for designated drivers and those who don't want to imbibe the hard stuff. Very grapey and juicy with lip-smacking flavours of honeydew and melon. Drink: 2015-2017. 38886 0.50% M 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 85/100. January 8, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Full Review