Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Baco Noir 2017, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Henry of Pelham produces some of the best wines from the Baco Noir wine grape. This one is full-bodied with red berry, blueberry, dried herbs and earthy spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are fine and there is good acidity to enjoy this one on its own or pair with a duck confit and roasted potatoes. Drink: 2019-2022. 461699 13.50% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 94/100. January 11, 2020
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Frind Estate Winery Big Red 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: Frind 2018 is a gorgeous blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Dry, full-bodied and fragrant with dark plum, cassis, blackberry, savoury herbs and smoky vanilla flavours on the palate. The wine was aged 12 months in French and American oak barrels. Pour with a crown roast of pork and all the trimmings. Drink: 2021-2025. 19931 13.20% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. November 12, 2021
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Hester Creek Estate Winery Select Vineyards Cabernet Merlot 2021, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Select Vineyards Cabernet Merlot 2021 is a mouthwatering red wine made from a cabernet and merlot grapes with blueberry, plum, mocha and cinnamon flavours. Pour with meaty pasta. Drink: 2023-2025. 13.60% D 750 mL $21.99 Score: 90/100. February 1, 2023
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Mission Hill Reserve Merlot 2021, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: From Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, Mission Hill Reserve 2021 Merlot is produced from grapes sourced from the Black Sage Bench. This is a dry, full-bodied and lush Merlot with blueberry, dark plum, cedar brush and toasty oak spice flavours wrapped up with a whiff of campfire smoke on the palate. Tannins are firm. While it's ready to enjoy now, this wine will continue to evolve and soften with a few more years in the cellar. A great pairing for aged Canadian cheddar, gourmet burger, or grilled steak. Drink: 2025-2030. 553313 14% D 750 mL $32.95 Score: 90/100. March 4, 2025
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Marynissen No No No Unfiltered Cabernet Franc 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This unfiltered Cabernet Franc offers aromas of ripe red berries and cherries. Smooth with lots of stuffing. Drink: 2024-2025. 12% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. April 27, 2024
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