Please note that our reviews are based on a variety of sources: samples sent to our team, those we purchase in store, tasting events, those tasted in restaurants and while traveling domestically and internationally.
Red Wine
Duca di Saragnano 2024, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: This wine follows the old Tuscan governo tradition, where a portion of dried grapes joins the blend after the first fermentation to build extra richness. Dark fruit forms the base, with a nutty, cocoa-tinged edge and a whisper of pine that keeps things from feeling one-note. Soft, rounded tannins carry the wine through a dry finish that never turns heavy despite all that fruit. It's the kind of red built for the grill. Serve it with grilled beef, smoky ribs or a hearty meat sauce. Food pairings: BBQ ribs from the grill, burgers, slow-braised beef brisket. Drink: 2026 - 2029 25399 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. July 2026. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Mulderbosch Steen Op Hout Chenin Blanc 2025, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Chenin Blanc has grown in South Africa since the 1600s, and Mulderbosch helped pioneer the oaked style back in the 1990s. This vintage stays bright, with orchard and tropical fruit at the centre and a mineral, smoky edge from the barrel. The oak influence adds texture without overwhelming the fruit. It's food-friendly and versatile rather than a one-note white. Mild curry, white-fleshed fish or a Greek salad would all pair nicely. Chenin Blanc food pairings: vegetarian pizza, white fleshed fish, mild sausage, Greek salad, game fowl. Drink: 2026 - 2030 675421 14% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. July 2026. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart