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.
White Wine
Hidden Bench Rosomel Vineyard Fumé Blanc 2022, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Crafted from estate-grown Sauvignon Blanc in the Rosomel Vineyard on the Beamsville Bench, Hidden Bench’s 2022 Fumé Blanc is a vibrant, textural white matured in a mix of new, seasoned, and neutral French oak barrels as well as concrete. This dry, medium-weight wine showcases concentrated flavours of tropical fruit, green apple, gooseberry and grapefruit, woven through with subtle herbal nuances and a smoky, stony undertone. Its crisp acidity and layered complexity make it a compelling partner for food. Pair with fresh tomato and basil salad or a fish-based Thai green curry. Fumé Blanc food pairings: chicken and sage skewers, fresh tomato and basil salad, Thai green curry fish, smoked oyster Poor Boy sandwiches. Drink: 2025 - 2026 68825 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. April 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Brotte Grosset Création Cairanne 2021, Rhône A.C., France: The Brotte Grosset Création 2021 from the Rhône offers a wonderful balance of fruit and spice. This medium-plus-bodied red blend, made from Carignan, Grenache, Mourvèdre, and Syrah, showcases ripe dark cherries and blackberries, accompanied by floral notes of violets and dried herbs. Smoky with an intriguing layer of spice, including anise and black pepper, the wine delivers a fine-grained texture with a well-structured finish. Perfect for enjoying now, especially alongside grilled meats or a rustic vegetable stew. Food pairings: grilled chicken, roast turkey, veal chops. Drink: 2025 - 2027 33852 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. April 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart