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Viña Cobos Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina Drink: 2009-2018. 119305 15% D 750 mL  $45.00. June 20, 2009 Full Review
Kismet Icewine Riesling 2014, Okanagan Valley, Canada    $29.99. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Hinterland Sparkling Wine Whitecap Method Charmat 2012, VQA, Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada: A crisp and refreshing sparkling wine from one of Prince Edward County's emerging stars. This winery focuses on sparkling wine and that dedication shows in the glass. Aromas of green apple and freshly baked bread, with a lively finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 332809 12% XD 750 mL  $22.00 Score: 90/100. December 7, 2013 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review
Rosewood Estates Winery & Meadery Merlot 2012, V.Q.A., Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada Drink: 2013-2015. 211896 13% XD 750 mL  $22.00. August 15, 2014 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Featherstone Winery Select Late Harvest Cabernet Franc 2008, Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Lovely cinnamon-sprinkled apple pie with sweet fleshy strawberries. Such a playfully fun, tasty wine… surprise yourself Drink: 2010-2015. 210757 11.50% S 375 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 6, 2010 Full Review
Laughing Stock Vineyards Portfolio Cabernet Blend 2008, Okanagan Valley, B.C., V.Q.A., Canada: This wine needs some cellar time, but you will be amply rewarded for waiting. A stunning, spectacular wine of incredible depth and length. The 2008 vintage is a blend of 53% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 9% Malbec and 2% Petit Verdot. This gorgeous red combines Old World structure and New World power. 71464 14% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 90/100. April 22, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review
Laughing Stock Vineyards Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada  230128 13% XD 750 mL  $39.95. July 9, 2010 Full Review
Laughing Stock Vineyards 2010, Bench, BC, Canada Drink: 2013-2023. 15% XD. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Laughing Stock Vineyards Syrah 2010, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada Drink: 2012-2020. 230110 XD 750 mL  $35.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Lailey Vineyard Syrah 2010, Niagara-on-the-lake, Ontario VQA, Canada Drink: 2012-2018. 13% XD 750 mL  $30.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Church and State Wines Coyote Bowl Chardonnay 2010, Oliver, BC .V.Q.A, Canada Drink: 2012-2018. 423244 13% D 750 mL  $27.25. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Quinta Ferreira Syrah 2009, Okanagan Valley, Black Sage Bench, Oliver, Canada Drink: 2012-2019. XD. March 1, 2012 Full Review
La Frenz Estate Winery Chardonnay 2012, Naramata Bench, BC VQA, Canada Drink: 2013-2016. 716639 13% D 750 mL  $22.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Rosewood Süssreserve Riesling 2012, Beamsville Bench, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2014-2018. 258806 11.20% M 750 mL  $14.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Rosewood Estates Winery Estate Riesling 2011, Beamsville Bench, ON, Canada Drink: 2013-2018. 12% D  $16.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Rosewood Estates Winery & Meadery Select Sémillon 2012, Beamsville Bench, Ontario VQA, Canada Drink: 2014-2019. 15% D 750 mL  $18.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Rosewood Estates Winery & Meadery Origin La Fumee 2012, Niagara, Ontario VQA, Canada Drink: 2013-2018. 13% XD 750 mL  $26.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Stratus Special Select Late Harvest Cabernet Franc 2012, Niagara, Canada Drink: 2014-2019. 628116001324 13% S  $29.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Stratus Semillon Icewine 2008, Niagara, Canada Drink: 2013-2020. 13% S. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Chateau Doisy-Vedrines 2007, Sauternes, France Drink: 2010-2035. S. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Château Pipeau Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Meritage 2010, St. Emilion, Bordeaux, A.O.C., France: Classic and complex. Needs some cellar time as well as decanting 2 hours once opened. Aromas of mocha and toast from the oak aging on the nose mingle beautifully with the dark fruit and violets. Multiple layers and satisfaction. Great dinner party wine. Drink: 2014-2018. 302018 13% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 92/100. March 7, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
2005 Château Soucherie Coteaux du Layon Chaume 2005, Loire, France Drink: 2010-2020. M  $35.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
DR. HERMANN ÜRZIGER WÜRZGARTEN RIESLING AUSLESE 2005 2005, Mosel, Germany Drink: 2013-2028. 324285 8% MD 750 mL  $31.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review
POGGIO VERRANO CHANCE 2005, Maremma Toscana, Italy Drink: 2011-2018. 239707 14% XD 750 mL  $38.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Buffalo Trace White Dog Mash #1, Kentucky, United States Drink: 2013-2040. 288894 63%   $29.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Schrader Cellars Double Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Oakville, Napa Valley, California, United States Drink: 2020-2037. 17733 15% XD 750 mL  $119.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Schrader Cellars Double Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Oakville, Napa Valley, California , United States Drink: 2020-2035. 17733 14% XD 750 mL  $119.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Lander-Jenkins Spirit Hawk Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, United States Drink: 2013-2017. XD  $18.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Jonata Winery Todos 2007 2007, United States Drink: 2012-2023. 15% XD  $59.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Domaine Drouhin CLOUDLINE PINOT GRIS 2011, Oregon, United States Drink: 2013-2016. 159988 13.30% D 750 mL  $21.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review
Napa Cellars Napa Cellars Zinfandel 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Love it! Full-bodied and loaded with flavour yet vibrant and nimble and never heavy. Black fruit and spice with such a velvet smooth palate. Very complex and balanced. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2018. 126607 14.90% D 750 mL  $25.25 Score: 92/100. September 5, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

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