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.
Rosés
Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir Rosé 2024, Central Valley, Chile: A bright, refreshing rosé bursting with aromas of wild strawberry, cherry, and watermelon, accented by hints of rose petal and citrus zest. It’s light-bodied, dry, and crisp on the palate, with lively acidity, silky texture, and 12.5% alcohol delivering balance and lift. Serve it well-chilled to highlight its vibrant fruit and floral charm. Fascinating fact: The Bicicleta range from Cono Sur celebrates the winery’s commitment to sustainability—its name pays tribute to the bicycles used by workers to move around the eco-friendly vineyards. This Pinot Noir Rosé is best enjoyed young within 1–2 years for its lively freshness and pure fruit expression. Pinot Noir Rosé food pairings: grilled salmon skewers, where its bright berry notes and acidity complement the smoky richness. Or enjoy it with a summer beet and goat cheese salad, where its crisp texture and citrus lift balance the earthy, creamy flavours.. Drink: 2025 - 2027 318014 12.5% D 750 mL $11.95 Score: 90/100. November 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Hester Creek Estate Winery The Judge 2021, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A commanding and elegant Bordeaux-style blend that opens with aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and cassis, intertwined with notes of cigar box, dark chocolate, and dried herbs. It’s full-bodied, dry, and richly textured, with firm, ripe tannins, vibrant acidity, and 14.5% alcohol delivering depth, balance, and a long, graceful finish. Serve it at room temperature to reveal its layered complexity and refined structure. Fascinating fact: The Judge is Hester Creek’s flagship red, crafted by winemaker Mark Hopley from meticulously selected estate fruit, showcasing the Golden Mile Bench’s sun-drenched slopes and gravelly soils. This wine has the power and elegance to cellar beautifully for 10–12 years, evolving into a masterpiece of harmony and depth. You can order this wine directly from the winery at www.hestercreek.com. The Judge food pairings: braised short ribs in red wine sauce, where the wine’s structure and dark fruit echo the dish’s richness. Or enjoy it with aged cheddar and roasted walnuts, where its savoury spice and tannins meet the nutty, creamy textures perfectly.. Drink: 2025 - 2030 133124 14% XD 750 mL $75.00 Score: 93/100. November 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart