Red Wine
Château Teyssier 2012, Montagne Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: Full-bodied and elegant Bordeaux red wine blend of Merlot and Cabernet grapes. Classic aromas of black plum and dark spice. Pair with grilled meats. Food pairings: pizza, pasta, rare steaks, pork tenderloin, hard cheese. Drink: 2017 - 2025 226035 14% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 92/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sandbanks Estate Winery Sleeping Giant 2016, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Juicy, fleshy ripe purple plums and blackberry jam on the nose and palate. A terrific, full-bodied blend of Foch and Baco Noir grapes from Prince Edward County. Lots of mocha, oak, smoke and dark fruit. Perfect for grilled meats. Food pairings: BBQ steak, beef stew, spaghetti and meatballs. Drink: 2016 - 2020 164087 12.8% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 87/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
CedarCreek Estate Winery The Last Word Cedarcreek 2015, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: This is the magnum sized format equal to two regular 750 ml bottles. The grapes are grown in the Desert Ridge Vineyard. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries, plums and dark spice. Smoky with generous and complex layering through the mid-palate. Long finish. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018 - 2023 14.5% XD 1500 mL $214.46 Score: 92/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
CedarCreek Estate Winery Platinum: The Last Word Single Vineyard Meritage 2015, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: The grapes are grown in the Desert Ridge Vineyard. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries, plums and dark spice. Smoky with generous and complex layering through the mid-palate. Long finish. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018 - 2023 14.5% XD 750 mL $111.44 Score: 92/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Perrin & Fils Reserve 2015, Cotes Du Rhône, France: A superb value, especially at this price! This southern French red wine from the heart of the Rhone Valley is made by the Perrin family, which also produces the coveted Chateau Beaucastel and farm organically. Smoky, dark, rich and full-bodied, this is a superb wine for anyone who wants a drier style of Syrah (Shiraz). Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018 - 2023 363457 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wolf Blass Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Langhorne Creek Mclaren Vale, Australia: A smoky, full-bodied, generous Australian red wine made from the iconic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Supple and smooth. Loads of fleshy ripe black plums and blackberries on the palate. Finishes with a lick of spice and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2016 - 2021 251876 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Apothic Inferno Red 2015, California, United States: This small batch Californian red wine blend was aged in whiskey barrels for 60 days. This lends this wine aromas and flavours of smoke, toast, spice, brown sugar and toffee. Full-bodied. The wine is aged in bourbon barrels rather than the oak usually used to age wine from France, Hungary or the US (but not bourbon oak). The bourbon oak staves (panels or strips of wood) impart a maple spice finish. This clocks in at a hefty 16% alcohol. Pair with hamburgers with relish. Drink: 2017 - 2020 485623 16% MD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alamos Selección Malbec 2014, Uco Valley, Argentina: A robust red with great depth and complexity at an excellent price point. Syrah add so much character to this blend with fleshy blackberries and cherries. It's full-bodied, balanced and smooth. Perfect for grilled meats and hard cheeses. Highly recommended. Malbec food pairings: herb-roasted lamb, pork tenderloin, cheddar cheese, spaghetti and meat balls. Drink: 2017 - 2020 322800 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Stave & Steel Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, California, United States: This Californian red wine is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the Livermore Valley, a cool climate district. The wine is aged in bourbon barrels for four months rather than the oak usually used to age wine from France, Hungary or the US (but not bourbon oak). The bourbon oak staves (panels or strips of wood) impart a maple spice flavour to the wine, much like bourbon itself, with a brown sugar, vanilla toast finish. Aromas of ripe black fruit through the mid-palate. Pair with barbecue ribs. Drink: 2018 - 2021 541946 13.5% D 750 mL $21.05 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maverick Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely cherry-berry, smoky BC red wine made from the classic Pinot Noir grape. Medium-bodied and supple. Although the alcohol is high for Pinot Noir at 14%, the wine is balanced. Pair with veal or roast chicken. Drink: 2017 - 2022 13.8% D 750 mL $29.00 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
CedarCreek Estate Winery Platinum Desert Ridge Merlot 2015, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A stunning BC red wine made from Merlot grapes grown in the Desert Ridge Vineyard. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and dark spice. Supple, smooth and full-bodied. Pair with grilled pork chops or roast beef. Drink: 2018 - 2024 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cedar Creek Estate Winery Platinum Meritage 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: A robust, complex and layered BC red wine blend of of 14% Merlot, 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, 6% Malbec for the classic Meritage. The 2014 vintage was a solid one. Aromas of dark fleshy ripe plums and some smoke. These 12- to 13-year-old vines are planted in stony soils that reflect the heat back to the vines at night. Decant 2 hours. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2018 - 2025 14.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 92/100. April 2018. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Luigi Bosca Familia Arizu Malbec 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: A terrific Argentine red wine made from the country's classic Malbec grape. Smoky with lots of toasty oak on the nose and palate. Black fruit with campfire on the finish. The grapes are grown in the Finca La Linda and Vistalba vineyards in Mendoza. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 12 months. Pair with grilled meats and roast beef. Drink: 2018 - 2021 452672 13.7% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alamos Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: A terrific wine for this price! Full-bodied with relatively smooth tannins. Loaded with dark fruit and toasty oak aromas. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018 - 2021 295105 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
San Pedro Gato Negro Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Central Valley, Chile: This crisp, fresh, mouth-watering Chilean white wine is made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape. This is the magnum format equal to two regular sized 750 ml bottles, so it's an excellent price and great party wine. Aromas of gooseberry, fresh cut grass and chives. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2018 - 2020 79129 12.5% XD 1500 mL $15.40 Score: 87/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wise Owl Sauvignon Blanc 2017, New Zealand: Grassy and herbal with lots of mouth-watering acidity in this zesty New Zealand white wine made from the country's iconic white grape Sauvignon Blanc. Medium-bodied and no oak. Pair with seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2018 - 2019 543124 12.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
CedarCreek Estate Winery Platinum Block 3 Riesling 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A vibrant, zesty, lime fresh BC white wine made from the classic Riesling grape. Lemongrass and citrus on the nose and palate. Refreshing, yet densely packed with flavour and perfectly balanced and medium-bodied. Racy acidity for seafood, salads, shellfish and vegetarian dishes. Riesling food pairings: sweet and sour pork, seared tuna, planked salmon. Drink: 2018 - 2024 304691 14.5% XD 750 mL $294.95 Score: 92/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Such a savoury and juicy New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc! Aromas of grapefruit, nettles, dried herbs, chives and a lovely lime lift though the core of refreshment. Medium-bodied. No oak. Pair with seafood, shellfish, vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2020 308288 13% D 750 mL $19.05 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maverick Estate Winery Pinot Gris 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Vibrant, zesty, clean BC Pinot Gris with aromas of white melon and lime. Medium-bodied. Racy acidity for shellfish. Pinot Gris food pairings: pan roasted pork chops with strawberry salsa. Drink: 2018 - 2020 502823 13.5% D 750 mL $19.00 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Two Oceans Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Western Cape, South Africa: This is the magnum size format equivalent to two regular 750 ml bottles. Zesty, crisp and refreshing South African white wine made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape. Aromas of gooseberry and freshly cut grass. Great as an aperitif or companion to fish, pasta and poultry dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2020 413070 12.5% XD 1500 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maverick Estate Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Melon fresh loveliness in a glass! Crisp and clean BC white wine made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape. Not grassy or herbal. Pair with freshwater fish. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: Haida Gwaii halibut with grilled asparagus and burnt butter. Drink: 2018 - 2020 369751 13.8% D 750 mL $19.00 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Traynor Family Vineyard Pinot Gris 2016, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: White melon on the nose of the viscous, richly textured Prince Edward County white wine made from Pinot Gris grapes. Medium-bodied. Perfect for rich seafood dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2020 13.1% XD 750 mL $25.00 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maverick Estate Winery Cross Road Chardonnay 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Wow, this is great wine! Rich, succulent, layered, complex BC Chardonnay. Aromas of melon, butterscotch, smoke and Asian pear. Absolutely hedonistic. Pair with pasta or chicken in a cream sauce. Drink: 2018 - 2024 669747 13.8% D 750 mL $26.50 Score: 93/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Traynor Family Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Zesty and mouth-watering Prince Edward County Sauvignon Blanc. Aromas of freshly cut grass and chives. Pair with fresh seafood and shellfish. Medium-bodied. Drink: 2018 - 2020 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Caythorpe Family Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, New Zealand: Crisp, dry and refreshing New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Aromas of lime zest and chives, not grassy. Medium-bodied. No oak. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2018 - 2020 12.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, New Zealand: A superb New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of grapefruit, nettles, chives and lime citrus. Not too grassy. So refreshing. Cool climate white wine at its best. Dive in. Pair with scallops or quiche. Drink: 2018 - 2020 316570 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2018. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
CedarCreek Estate Winery The Senator 2015, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A rich, full-bodied BC red wine blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot grapes. Names after senator Ross Fitzpatrick who, in 1986, purchased the land the winery and vineyards now occupy. Aromas of fleshy ripe black and purple plums and blackberry jam. Supple and tasty. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015 - 2018 14% D 750 mL $23.71 Score: 89/100. April 2018. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart