Dessert Wine
Dow's LBV Port 2012, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: A great value Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) port. BV wines spend longer in barrel (4-6 years) than vintage ports, and mature and drink earlier than vintage ports. Love the figgy, blackberry jam and anise flavours on this one. Pair with fruitcake. Port food pairings: blue cheese, nuts, almond torte, chocolate. Drink: 2020 - 2026 533364 20% S 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Madame de Rayne Sauternes 2016, Sauternes A.C., France: Madame De Rayne 2016 is the second wine of Château de Rayne Vigneau and is an elegant pale yellow in the glass with a sensuous mouthful of tropical fruit, peach cobbler, honey, lemon, ginger and spice cake flavours lush and long on the palate. A perfect Sauternes dessert wine for two to enjoy. Sauternes food pairings: almond tarte, lemon almond biscotti, blue cheese, pan-fried foie gras. Drink: 2022 - 2030 21257 13.5% S 375 mL $26.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lustau Vermut Rosé, Jerez, Spain: From Jerez, Lustau's Vermut Rosé is a pink vermouth, sweet and spicy with white florals, zesty citrus, grapefruit and baked pastry flavours on the palate. Lightly chill and enjoy on its own or with baked custard and fruit pastries. Lustau was named Fortified Winemaker of the Year by the International Wine Challenge in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. Vermut Rosé food pairings: roasted nuts, blue-veined cheeses, tapas. Drink: 2022 - 2023 21830 15% S 750 mL $29.95 Score: 95/100. June 2022. Top Rated Dessert Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Red Wine
Joel Gott Wines Zinfandel 2018, California, United States: Joel Gott 2018 Zinfandel is a full-bodied and layered Cali Zin with grapes sourced from goblet vines mostly in the Amador and Lodi wine regions. The wine was aged in American oak barrels (20% new) with some ageing in previous use, two-year-old French oak barrels. Look for ripe dark raspberry, plum, blueberry, strawberry, vanilla and rich spicy flavours on the palate. This wine was cellared and bottled on the Joel Gott estates. Zinfandel food pairings: pizza, gourmet burgers, baby back ribs in a spicy sauce. Drink: 2022 - 2025 224139 14.8% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Blue Canyon Monterey Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Monterey County, California, United States: From Monterey County, California wine region, Blue Canyon 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from estate-grown wine grapes from vineyards cooled by maritime fogs. This means the wine is a cool-climate Cab, lithe and elegant with ripe dark fruit, cassis, vanilla, mocha, savoury herbs and subtle spicy flavours generous and balanced on the palate. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: gourmet burgers, ribs, tourtière, kebab. Drink: 2022 - 2026 17815 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Le Vieux Donjon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2019, Rhône A.C., France: From a great vintage, Le Vieux Donjon 2019 Châteauneuf-du-Pape is rich, mouth filling and elegant with ripe blackberry, wild herbs, smoked meat, pepper and savoury spice flavours concentrated and long on the palate. Good now, better in 2023, although it will be able to age in cellar for 15-plus years. Drink or hold. Châteauneuf-Du-Pape food pairings: crown pork roast, veal chops in red wine sauce, Margherita pizza. Drink: 2023 - 2043 700922 14.5% XD 750 mL $80.00 Score: 97/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Catena Appellation Agrelo Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Agrelo, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From Agrelo, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Catena 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, medium-bodied, spicy red with fresh blackberry, subtle dried herbs, smoky vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are firm and pleasantly chewy. Pour with burgers and ribs from the grill. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: rare roast beef, grilled flat iron steak, lamb tagine. Drink: 2022 - 2024 484303 13.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tenute Calì Capraia Effe 55 Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Capraia Effe 55 2016 Chianti Classico is an elegant, mouth filling and vibrant Gran Selezione classico, fragrant with black cherry, lavender, liquorice, menthol, plum and clove spice. Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is the top of the pyramid Chianti Classico and is produced with grapes sourced from a single vineyard or from a selection of the best grapes. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from the Settriolo vineyard and matured 18 months in a combination of French oak vats and casks. Good now, better in 2024. Chianti Classico food pairings: rabbit Alfredo, roast partridge with cranberry and apple stuffing. Drink: 2024 - 2040 573451 13.5% XD 750 mL $43.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rioja Vega Crianza 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From the Rioja wine region, Rioja Vega 2018 is great value Crianza Rioja at $17. "Crianza" means that the wine was aged for two years prior to its release, with at least one year of that time in oak barrel. This example is produced from mostly Tempranillo and is dry, full-bodied and fresh with ripe dark fruit, dark cherry, savoury herbs, cinnamon, anise spice with a smoky lengthy finish. Pour with charcuterie and aged cheeses. Food pairings: bison burgers, venison stew, stuffed venison flank. Drink: 2022 - 2026 471854 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château de Montfaucon Lirac 2019, Lirac, Rhône A.P., France: From the Lirac, Rhône wine region, Château de Montfaucon 2019 is a dry, full-bodied 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Cinsault red wine blend sourced from vines grown in old terraces made up of rocky soils and pebbles. Look for spiced dark cherry, plum, lavender and dusty, grippy tannins on this elegant and generous red from the Southern Rhône Valley. The history of Château de Montfaucon dates back to the 11th century when the castle's first tower was built. The castle's role in history was strategic; the Rhône River was the border between the French Kingdom and the Holy Roman German Empire. Food pairings: grilled pork tenderloin, roast duck, grilled chicken breasts. Drink: 2022 - 2025 15447 14% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tenuta Rocca Barolo del Comune di Serralunga DOCG 2016, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Tenuta Rocca 2016 Barolo is a full-bodied 100% Nebbiolo with dried dark and red berries, strawberry, pink florals and citrus zest flavours vibrant and long on the palate. Tannins are polished. Good now, better in 2023. Pour with bison burgers and grilled game sausages. Barolo Del Comune Di Serralunga Docg food pairings: meaty stews, prime rib roast, roast goose. Drink: 2023 - 2030 154591 15% XD 750 mL $62.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sidewood Stablemate Pinot Noir 2019, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: From Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Sidewood Stablemate 2019 Pinot Noir is as delicious on the palate as it is on the nose. Look for fragrant ripe dark cherry, red berry, toasted nut, earthy mushroom and spicy layers silky on the palate with a long and savoury finish. Pour with a roast rack of lamb. Drink or hold. Pinot Noir food pairings: veggie kebabs, lamb chops, veal cutlets. Drink: 2022 - 2025 20878 13.8% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Quadrus Red 2015, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: Quadrus 2015 is a full-bodied Touriga Nacional with some Tinta Roriz added to the mix. The wine is dark ruby in the glass with aromas of dark cherry, plum, clove, black licorice; dry with a mouthful of dark plum, cherry, pepper spice and cocoa flavours matched with vibrant acidity on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Drink or hold. Produced from vineyards in the heart of the Douro's Cima Corgo Red food pairings: slow-braised smoked brisket, roast prime rib, venison stew. Drink: 2021 - 2026 440305 13.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tenute Falezza Valpolicella Superiore 2017, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Tenute Falezza 2017 Valpolicella Superiore is an easy going red wine blend of 50% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella and 10% Oseleta. Produced from fruit dried for 20 days with maturation up to four months in French oak barrels. Look for bright red berry, cherry, savoury herb and balsamic flavours balanced with food friendly acidity and velvety tannins. Pour with a wild mushroom and leek risotto dish. Valpolicella Superiore food pairings: pizza, veal parmesan, chicken cacciatore. Drink: 2022 - 2024 22792 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Shanahans The Barking Dog Gsm 2018, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Produced by winemaker, John Harris, Shanahans The Barking Dog 2018 GSM is a plushy and fleshy red blend of 67% Grenache, 27% Shiraz and 6% Mataro sourced from old vines up to 70 years of age in the Western Barossa Valley. Fragrant with pink florals, red berry, cherry, sous bois and cedar spice aromas, the wine is dry, full-bodied with layers of dark fruit, bright red berry, dried fine herbs and exotic spices on the palate. The wine was matured in two- and three-year-old 300 and 500 litre oak barrels. Pour with BBQ meats. Drink or hold. Gsm food pairings: roast duck, partridge, rabbit fricassee. Drink: 2022 - 2027 20880 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Torre Zambra Madia Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2019, Abruzzo D.O.C., Italy: Torre Zambra Madia 2019 Montepulciano D'abruzzo is great value 100% Montepulciano at $17. Fragrant with dark cherry, earthy violets, lavender, wild herbs and savoury spice aromas, this medium-bodied Abruzzo is produced from organically grown grapes and is supple on the palate with great acidity for food. Pour with a meaty rich pasta and tomato sauce dish. Tannins are fine-grained and grippy. Montepulciano D'abruzzo food pairings: grilled venison steaks, sausage cassoulet, rabbit stew. Drink: 2023 - 2025 17403 13.5% D 750 mL $17.00 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pierre Amadieu Romane Machotte Gigondas 2019, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France: Pierre Amadieu Romane Machotte 2019 is a deep dark, medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah sourced from estate-grown grapes from vineyards 850 to 1,500 feet above sea level in the Gigondas wine region. Look for crushed black raspberry, plum, dried wild herbs, cracked black pepper, cinnamon and clove spice smooth and smoky on the palate with great backbone and acidity for food. The wine is aged for one year in oak casks and barrels. Pair it with roast beef dinner or hold up to eight years in cellar. Food pairings: slow-roasted crown of pork stuffed with corn niblets chickpea green onion and cilantro, stir-fried pork tenderloin, veal Parmigianino. Drink: 2022 - 2030 17400 14.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Castello di Neive Barbaresco, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Castello di Neive is tart, medium-bodied Barbaresco fragrant with pink roses, tart cherry, tobacco leaf, liquorice, tar, earthy and spice flavours. Tannins are chewy. Pour with prime rib or cellar up to eight years as the wine will continue to evolve and develop in bottle. Barbaresco food pairings: meat lover's pizza, bison burgers, meat pot pie. Drink: 2022 - 2024 160143 14.5% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Santa Julia El Burro Malbec 2021, Maipú, Mendoza, Argentina: Santa Julia's El Burro 2021 Malbec is a vegan-friendly, unfiltered natural wine, meaning there was little intervention during winemaking and fermentation was with natural yeasts. Look for blueberry, red berry, grilled wild herbs, subtle vanilla and mineral flavours fresh on the palate. Malbec food pairings: grilled red meats, lentil stew, black bean soup. Drink: 2020 - 2024 24214 14% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Glenelly Glass Collection Syrah 2018, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Stellenbosch wine region, Glenelly Glass Collection 2018 Syrah is great value at $16. Although the weather for this vintage wasn't entirely cooperative and yields were low, the quality of fruit is remarkable. Floral on the nose and layered with ripe dark fruit, plum, earthy florals and cracked pepper spice flavours silky on the palate. Enjoy with prime rib steaks from the grill. Syrah food pairings: lamb shoulder roast, pheasant, veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2022 - 2023 493841 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Monterra Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From the McLaren Vale, South Australia, Monterra 2019 is a vegan-friendly red wine blend of 80% Shiraz with the balance in Cabernet. The wine is dry, muscular, with rich and concentrated dark fruit, cassis, dried tobacco leaf, cedar and oak spice, dark chocolate flavours with a long and satisfying finishing. Pour with burgers and ribs from the grill. Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: steaks, ribs, burgers, tourtiere. Drink: 2022 - 2025 23790 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Robert Oatley Signature Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: The Cabernet Sauvignon wine grapes for this vintage were sourced from three warmer-climate wine districts with the final blend matured for up to 15 months in French oak barrels. Rich with dark plum, black currant, savoury herb and toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are mildly grippy and there is fresh acidity on this medium-plus-bodied Cab Sauv. for food. Pair with grilled red meats. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin, hodge-podge, grilled hamburgers, lamb Bolognese. Drink: 2020 - 2025 323741 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sileni Estates Grand Reserve Pinot Noir 2018, Hawke's Bay, North Island, New Zealand: A top tier, medium-bodied, zesty Pinot Noir from Sileni. Bright with ripe, fresh cherry, raspberry, cedar spice and fine herb flavours with a lingering silky finish. Pinot Noir food pairings: avocado and papaya salad, roast chicken, seared tuna. Drink: 2020 - 2024 14578 13.5% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Monte del Frá Lena di Mezzo Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2018, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Monte del Frà Lena Di Mezzo 2018 Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore is a well-priced, medium-bodied Corvina and Rondinella red wine blend with dark cherry, sweet spice, vanilla and smoky flavours finishing on a mineral note and balanced with bright acidity for food. Tannins are velvety. Pour with Bistecca Florentine. Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, spicy sausage , prime rib roast, hearty winter stew. Drink: 2021 - 2024 165662 14% D 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Creekside Laura's Red 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, Creekside Laura's Red 2017 is a full-bodied Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Malbec red wine blend, elegant and juicy with layers of blackberry, black cherry, sweet tobacco leaf, baking spices and toasty flavours on the palate. Nicely done! Drink or hold. Food pairings: tourtière, lamburger, pork pies. Drink: 2022 - 2025 117960 12.7% XD 750 mL $25.00 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lagar de Codegua Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Rancagua, Alto Cachapoal, Cachapoal Valley D.O., Chile: Lagar De Codegua Reserva 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is fragrant with black currant and wild herbs. The Cab is somewhat tight right now, so cellar the wine for a few years to have it open up, mellow and start to show its best. Try in 2023. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled steaks, pork roast, beef long ribs. Drink: 2022 - 2024 19248 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Companhia das Quintas Uniqo Reserva 2014, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: Companhia das Quintas Uniqo Reserva 2014 is a full-bodied red blend of 50% Tinta Roriz; 30% Touriga Nacional and 20% Touriga Franca from the Douro wine region. Fragrant with ripe dark fruit, spices and mocha aromas on the nose, the wine is rich on the palate with layers of dark berry, plum, cedar spice, smoky and spicy flavours lingering on the palate and balanced with good acidity for food. Tannins are velvety. The wine matured for 18 months in French oak barrels (20% new). Pour with roast beef, game dishes and aged cheeses. Food pairings: roast pork, veal roast stuffed with wild mushrooms, beef daube. Drink: 2021 - 2024 14435 14% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
La Posta Estela Armando Bonarda 2020, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Laura Catena, La Posta Estela Armando 2019 Bonarda is a vibrant red from a 50-year-old vineyard in the Guaymallén zone. Look for silky layers of blackberry, blueberry, plum, smoky toasty oak spice balanced with racy acidity and velvety tannins. Excellent value under $16. Bonarda food pairings: beef stew, barbecued chicken, turkey, duck breast. Drink: 2021 - 2022 261586 13% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bodegas Volver Tarima Monastrell 2019, Alicante D.O., Spain: From the Alicante wine region, Tarima 2019 Monastrell is supple and vibrant with dark plum, dark fruits, mocha, anise and cracked pepper spice smoky and smooth on the palate. Tannins are velvety. An excellent value medium-plus-bodied Monastrell under $15. Enjoy with pork tenderloin from the grill. Monastrell food pairings: prime rib roast, roast savoury herbed chicken, roast duck.. Drink: 2022 - 2025 310151 14.5% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Clamens Négrette Syrah Red Blend 2019, Fronton, Southwest A.P., France: Château Clamens 2019 is a dry, full-bodied and fruity red wine blend of Négrette and Syrah wine grapes sourced from the Fronton, Southwest France wine region. The wine is fragrant with dark cherry, dark berry, plum and savoury herbs with good acidity for food. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy with a sausage cassoulet. Négrette Syrah Red Blend food pairings: veal Porterhouse, grilled pork tenderloin, turkey, duck. Drink: 2022 - 2024 24605 14.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Two Hands Angels' Share Shiraz 2020, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Two Hands Angels' Share 2020 is a vegan-friendly, dry and fruity medium-plus-bodied Shiraz with grapes sourced from the cool-climate McLaren Vale. Perfumed with bright cherry, blueberry, earthy florals, wood spice and mocha flavours savoury, satisfying and long on the finish. Tannins are rounded. Shiraz food pairings: gourmet burgers, mutton with mint and coriander, black bean soup, cheese pizza. Drink: 2022 - 2025 9480 14.5% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Angove Family Crest Shiraz 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Angove Family Crest 2018 Shiraz is a dry, vibrant and vegan-friendly Shiraz from the McLaren Vale wine region. Look for bright cherry, dark berry, earthy violets, clove, anise and meaty flavours full-bodied and smooth on the palate. Pour with a roast leg of lamb or beef brisket. Drink or hold. Shiraz food pairings: grilled lamb chops, pork roast, veal cutlets. Drink: 2022 - 2028 12842 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Matetic Corralillo Syrah 2017, San Antonio Valley D.O., Chile: Matetic Corralillo 2017 Syrah is a fresh, full-bodied and fragrant San Antonio Valley red with blackberry, blueberry, dark cherry, earthy cracked pepper with vibrant acidity to match. Tannins are fine and chewy. Pour with meats from the grill. Syrah food pairings: roast leg of lamb, BBQ ribs, roast chicken. Drink: 2022 - 2024 146407 14% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Tawse Sketches Cabernet Merlot 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Peninsula wine region, Tawse Sketches 2019 Cabernet Merlot is an elegant and beautifully balanced fruit blend with blueberry, cassis, plum, smoky vanilla and baking spices wrapped up with a kiss of chocolate on the palate. Easy to love, enjoy it with a braised brisket of beef. Cabernet Merlot food pairings: hamburgers, pizza, black bean soup, cheese. Drink: 2022 - 2025 130252 13.5% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Redheads Coco Rôtie Syrah Viognier 2019, South Australia, Australia: Redheads Coco Rôtie 2019 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied Syrah with just a splash of Viognier for lift. Look for bright, ripe raspberry, red plum, dark cherry, mocha, pepper, clove and anise spice flavours plushy on the palate. Love the fun label named after the ancient Monkey King who had an insatiable hunger for roasted coconuts (Noix de Coco Rôties). Drink or hold. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2020 Berliner Wein Trophy. Syrah Viognier food pairings: roast pheasant, duck confit, veal chops. Drink: 2022 - 2025 108076 14% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book Shiraz 2017, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book 2017 is a big and robust Australian Shiraz textured and fleshy with ripe blackberry, dark plum, mint and wood spice flavours weighty on the palate. The wine is so named for co-founder and winemaker Stephen Black, in recognition of his background in pharmaceuticals. Shiraz food pairings: pork, pasta in meat sauce, steak, lamb cutlets, beef brisket, peppercorn steak. Drink: 2022 - 2024 287979 15% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alkoomi Shiraz 2019, Frankland River, Western Australia, Australia: Alkoomi 2019 Shiraz is a savoury, juicy and spicy red with grapes sourced from cool-climate Frankland River. The wine is Intense on the nose and palate with concentrated dark cherry, dark fruits, raspberry, pepper and dark spices with a savoury dark chocolate finish. Pour with a grilled beef bavette smothered in wild mushroom sauce. Shiraz food pairings: roast rack of lamb, prime rib roast, New York striploin on the barbeque. Drink: 2022 - 2024 138560 14.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Erath Resplendent Pinot Noir 2019, Oregon, United States: Erath's Resplendent 2019 Pinot Noir is a bright, sensuous and supple Oregonian PN, juicy and ripe with rich dark cherry, black fruit, plum, earthy violets, smoky vanilla and subtle spicy flavours long and luxurious on the palate. As the harvest approached, September and October were cooler and drier than usual which allowed for a long, even ripening period as well as leaving the grapes with good levels of acidity. Just a lovely PN to lightly chill and serve up with roast duck. Pinot Noir food pairings: roast chicken, smoked roast turkey, onion pie. Drink: 2022 - 2025 488635 13.5% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Penny's Hill Malpas Road Merlot 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Penny's Hill Malpas Road 2019 is a vegan-friendly, rich and ripe Merlot with grapes sourced from the McLaren Vale, South Australia. Succulent, smooth and fresh with blackcurrant, cherry, dried herbs, cedar and baking spice flavours harmonious on the palate with polished tannins. Drink or hold in cellar up to eight years. Merlot food pairings: roast pork, tourtiere, burgers and ribs. Drink: 2022 - 2030 22767 14% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Maison Chanzy Les Fortunés Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019, Burgundy A.C., France: Maison Chanzy Les Fortunés 2019 Pinot Noir is a dry, medium-bodied PN, ripe and concentrated on the palate with pink florals, dark cherry, fine herbs, vanilla, anise, cinnamon and toasty oak spice flavours balanced with vibrant food-friendly acidity and supple tannins. Pinot Noir food pairings: chicken, braised lamb, roast beef, rosemary pork tenderloin. Drink: 2022 - 2025 408153 13.5% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Domaine Drouhin Roserock Pinot Noir 2019, Eola Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: From Domaine Drouhin, Roserock 2019 Pinot Noir is a dry, medium-bodied, earthy PN with grapes sourced from Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley wine region. A lovely balance of vibrant red berry fruit, earthy florals, sous bois, dried tobacco leaf and subtle baking spice flavours rich, silky and finishing long on the palate. Drink or hold in cellar for up to 10 years. Pinot Noir food pairings: rack of lamb, sausage cassoulet, grilled hanger steak. Drink: 2022 - 2035 529107 14.5% XD 750 mL $50.00 Score: 97/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Hyot Réserve 2018, Castillon Côtes De Bordeaux, Bordeaux A.C., France: Château Hyot Reserve 2018 is a great value Castillon, Côtes De Bordeaux red wine blend of 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. Look for ripe dark cherry, red currant, dried florals, dried tobacco leaf, anise, clove and toasty oak spice velvety and lingering on the palate. Tannins are polished and rounded. Drink or hold. Food pairings: roast beef, turkey, venison stew, roasted root vegetables. Drink: 2022 - 2028 14667 13.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico 2019, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Ricasoli's Brolio 2019 Chianti Classico is fragrant and intense with dark cherry, red plum, raspberry, earthy fresh mushroom, dried herbs and subtle baking spice flavours supple on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Extremely quaffable now. Chianti Classico food pairings: veal chops, chicken parmesan, spaghetti and meatballs. Drink: 2022 - 2024 3962 13.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
The Hess Collection Select Central Coast Pinot Noir 2019, Central Coast, California, United States: Hess Select 2019 Pinot Noir is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Central Coast wine region in California. From a lovely vintage where grapes were allowed a little more hang time and were able to mature and ripen at a steady, even pace with exceptional concentration of cherry, raspberry, baking spice, savoury flavours and mineral notes harmonious and balanced with food friendly acidity. Tannins are rounded. Delish now. Lightly chill and pour with an equally savoury duck confit. Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb chops, kebabs, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2022 - 2024 24099 14.5% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kent Rasmussen Winery Ramsay Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, North Coast, California, United States: Ramsay 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a versatile, vegan-friendly Cabernet with grapes sourced from the North Coast wine region of California. For this vintage, most of the fruit came from Sonoma with a few lots from Napa Valley and Lake County vineyards. Fragrant with ripe cherry, red currant, vanilla, roasted hazelnut, olive, mint and subtle spicy flavours on the palate. Tannins are soft and rounded. In 1989, Kent and Celia Rasmussen launched a second brand, Ramsay, focussing on the Sonoma, North Coast and Napa Valley wine regions. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled hangar steak, chops, burgers and kebabs. Drink: 2022 - 2025 16458 13.5% D 750 mL $31.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Duca di Saragnano Governo 2019, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Duca di Saragnano 2019 is produced in the ancient Tuscan tradition of governo alla Toscana which means partially dried grapes are added into the winemaking after first fermentation. The resulting wine is rich and mouth filling with dark berry, cherry, spice and savoury herbs. Delicious now! Enjoy it with a garlic and rosemary studded roast leg of lamb. Food pairings: BBQ ribs from the grill, burgers, slow-braised beef brisket. Drink: 2022 - 2025 25399 14% M 750 mL $17.00 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cave de Roquebrun La Grange des Combes Saint-Chinian-Roquebrun 2019, Saint Chinian Roquebrun, Languedoc A.C., France: Cave de Roquebrun La Grange Des Combes 2019 is a full-bodied 50% Syrah, 30% Grenache and 20% Mourvèdre red wine blend sourced from vines grown in schistose soils. Dry, supple and mouth-filling with wild dark berry, earthy florals and blackberry, anise, cinnamon and nutmeg spices generous on the palate balanced with great acidity for food. Tannins are fine and firm. Rich, spicy and delicious. Food pairings: meat pizza, lasagne, vegetarian chilli. Drink: 2022 - 2026 155804 14.2% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
M. Chapoutier Petite Ruche Crozes-Hermitage 2019, Crozes Hermitage, Rhône A.C., France: M. Chapoutier Petite Ruche 2019 is intensely fragrant with fresh red berries, crushed raspberries, black cherry; dry, medium-bodied and concentrated with bright red berry, blueberry, earthy florals, olive, meaty and pepper spice flavours fresh and vibrant on the palate. A lovely Crozes-Hermitage from the Northern Rhône. Food pairings: prime rib, brisket, game meats, grilled pork chops. Drink: 2022 - 2025 264655 13% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Rosés
Château Clamens Julie Rosé 2021, Fronton, Southwest A.P., France: Château Clamens Julie 2021 is a dry, medium-bodied and vibrant rosé blend produced from the local Négrette grape with Syrah and Cabernet Franc in support. Fresh and lively on the palate with ripe red berry, raspberry and cherry with a hint of dried florals and herbs. Pour with grilled chicken dishes. Château Clamens is located near Toulouse and covers 25 hectares. Rosé food pairings: salads, herbed quiche, flatbreads, creamy cheese, charcuterie. Drink: 2022 - 2023 491910 12.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Grandeur Rosé 2021, White Flower Vineyard, Monterey County, California, United States: Grandeur 2021 Petite Sirah Rosé is vegan-friendly and is produced from organically, estate grown grapes from a certified organic vineyard. The White Flower Vineyard in Monterey County has a single oak tree at its centre that is home to the resident bee colony and has been like this "in all its grandeur," for thousands of years. The Petite Sirah grapes for this rosé were hand-harvested and whole-cluster pressed. Fermentation is in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve fruity flavours and freshness with select organic yeasts. Look for fresh pear, peach and watermelon flavours on this dry, medium-bodied wine that finishes crisp and long with a stony minerality. Chill and enjoy with a charcuterie platter, soft cheeses, or veggie kebabs. Rosé food pairings: baked ham, grilled pork tenderloin, grilled chicken breasts. Drink: 2022 - 2023 25115 13% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Izadi Larrosa Garnacha Rosé 2021, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Izadi Larrosa 2021 is a dry and zesty Old Vines 100% Garnacha Rosé from the Rioja wine region and great value at $17. Fragrant with strawberry and pink florals on the nose, on the palate, this rosé is both savoury and mouth-watering with strawberry, fine herbs, red berry, citrus and subtle spices. Chill and enjoy with a pork tenderloin from the grill. Garnacha Rosé food pairings: grilled lamb lollipops, grilled salmon steak, grilled pork. Drink: 2022 - 2023 490961 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bonterra Rosé 2021, Mendocino County, California, United States: Bonterra 2021 Rosé is crafted from organically grown Grenache and Syrah wine grapes sourced from the Mendocino County wine region. These grapes are specifically intended for rosé and are harvested when sugar levels are low and natural acidity is high for a fresh and vibrant wine. The grapes are “direct press” into tanks, pressing the grapes immediately to ensure that not a lot of tannin is extracted. Maceration of the grape skins with the grape juice is short making for a fresh, fruity and vibrant wine. Look for ripe strawberry, rose petals, tropical fruit notes and zesty citrus flavours on this well-balanced and harmonious rosé. Chill and enjoy with your favourite salad or tofu burger. Rosé food pairings: grilled salmon steak, grilled ham steak, salads topped with grilled chicken, pasta Primavera, grilled chicken dishes, veggie kebabs from the grill. Drink: 2022 - 2023 25116 13% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Sparkling Wine
Casa Boher Extra Brut Sparkling, Mendoza, Argentina: Casa Boher is a sparkling wine blend of Pinot Noir with Chardonnay produced by Pedro Rosell. Look for toasty, mushroomy and nutty flavours on this gentle, dry bubble. Pour with charcuterie. Sparkling food pairings: blue brie, crab-stuffed bella mushrooms, charcuterie. Drink: 2021 - 2022 18562 12.9% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Lakeview Cellars Serenity Sparkling Riesling, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lakeview Cellars Serenity is a Prosecco-inspired bubble made in the Cuve Close Methode from the Riesling wine grape. Bright and zesty on the nose and barely dry on the palate with fresh apple, pear, citrusy aromas and flavours delivered on a vibrant and lively mousse. Chill and enjoy it with fish and chips or veggies and dip. Sparkling Riesling food pairings: veal schnitzel, grilled pork chops, fresh veggies and dips, fish tacos, crab cakes, fish and chips. Drink: 2022 - 2024 19897 12% M 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Muré Cuvée Prestige Brut Crémant D'alsace, Alsace A.C., France: Domaine Muré Crémant d'Alsace is a traditional method bubble produced from a blend of 25% Pinot Blanc, 25% Pinot Auxerrois, 25% Pinot Gris, 15% Riesling and 10% Pinot Noir, sourced from vines in the clay-limestone soils of the Rouffach region and. The wine is produced by 11th and 12th generation winemakers from a family-owned operation. Look for fresh aromas and flavours of ripe apple, peach, vanilla, cinnamon, lemon zest, dried fine herbs and toasty almond delivered on an elegant, delicate and creamy mousse. Finishes long and zesty. Crémant D'alsace food pairings: salads, lox, grilled shrimp, pan-fried trout. Drink: 2022 - 2024 543090 12.1% XD 750 mL $28.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Medici Ermete & Figli Arte e Concerto Lambrusco 2020, Emilia Romagna D.O.C., Italy: From the Emilia Romagna wine region, Medici Ermete & Figli Arte E Concerto 2020 Lambrusco is lovely on the nose with fragrant violets, candied cherries, lavender and soft citrus aromas. The 2020 Vino Frizzante Secco Rosso Lambrusco Concerto is fruity and zesty with primary fruit flavours of ripe berries, cherries, violets, pink florals and fresh on the palate with a lively, persistent mousse. Beautifully balanced. Chill and enjoy on its own or with charcuterie. Lambrusco food pairings: grilled chicken, lamb kebabs, Korean style BBQ ribs. Drink: 2022 - 2024 208967 11.9% D 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Stadt Krems Grüner Veltliner 2020, Kremstal D.A.C., Austria: Stadt Krems 2020 Grüner Veltliner is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the Kremstal wine region. Fresh, intense and elegant on the palate with bright green apple, fine herbs, soft citrus and a hint of tropical fruit finishing on a briny mineral note. Pour with grilled chicken, seafood dishes and salads. Grüner Veltliner food pairings: pork chops, veal schnitzel, seafood chowder, grilled whitefish. Drink: 2022 - 2024 295626 12.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Meiomi Chardonnay 2019, Monterey, Sonoma And Santa Barbara County, California, United States: Meiomi 2019 Chardonnay is a buttery, smoky and full-bodied California Chard from a vintage where grapes were able to hang on the vine a little longer due to cooler sunny days and nights giving the wine a lovely freshness with ripe apple, pear, stone fruit and a mouthful of tropical fruit notes creamy and zesty on the palate. Very nicely done and excellent value at this price point. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, lobster on buttered toast, cold turkey sandwiches. Drink: 2022 - 2024 410712 13.8% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wakefield Winery Clare Valley Estate Chardonnay 2020, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield's Clare Valley Estate 2020 Chardonnay is a cool-climate, juicy Chard with ripe yellow apple, pineapple, toasted nut, buttered toast, lemon curd flavours creamy, vibrant and weighty on the palate. A portion of the grapes for this Chardonnay were barrel-fermented and the wine was matured for eight months in French oak barrels. Chardonnay food pairings: turkey burgers, crab cakes, chicken breast, lobster in butter sauce, cheese. Drink: 2022 - 2025 711556 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Paddy Borthwick Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand: From Wairarapa, North Island wine region, Paddy Borthwick 2020 Sauvignon Blanc is dry, medium-bodied, fragrant and tasty with ripe passion fruit, gooseberry, lemongrass, fine herbs and flinty aromas and flavours matched with racy acidity on the palate. Chill and enjoy with seafood dishes or salads topped with warm goat cheese and sliced baby beets. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: steamed fresh shrimp, sautéed scallops with a squeeze of lemon juice, crab cakes, fish tacos. Drink: 2022 - 2024 361220 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Mohua Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Mohua 2020 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the Marlborough wine region. Look for bright green apple, tropical fruit, mango, guava, lime zest and fresh melon flavours with food-friendly, mouth-watering acidity for seafood dishes. This winery is named for the endangered mohua bird of New Zealand's South Island. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seafood salads, pan-fried panfish, fish tacos. Drink: 2022 - 2023 536219 12.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Château Saint-Roch Vieilles Vignes Côtes du Roussillon Grenache Blanc Roussanne 2020, Côtes Du Roussillon , Roussillon A.P., France: From the Côtes Du Roussillon wine region, Saint-Roch 2020 is a dry and full-bodied white blend produced from low yielding Old Vines Grenache Blanc and Roussanne. Fragrant with citrus blossoms, the wine is rich, concentrated and bright with honeyed melon, tropical fruit, citrus zest and mineral notes on the palate. A well-priced wine and a great choice for seafood dishes. Grenache Blanc Roussanne food pairings: roast turkey with all the trimmings, tender roast pork. Drink: 2022 - 2024 175232 13% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Eidosela Albariño 2021, Rías Baixas D.O., Spain: From the Rías Baixas wine region, the grapes for Eidosela 2021 Albariño were sourced from vines that grow along the banks of the Miño River. Fresh and citrusy with ripe stone fruit aromas and flavours on the palate, elegant with a mouth-watering minerally finish. So good now. Chill and enjoy on its own or with seafood. Albariño food pairings: linguine with clams and fennel, grilled seafood, crab cakes. Drink: 2022 - 2024 336271 13% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kellerei Bozen Chardonnay 2020, Südtirol Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Kellerei Bozen 2020 Chardonnay is a dry, ultra-bright, mouth-watering Chard with grapes sourced from the Südtirol, Alto Adige wine region that are grown up to 500 metres above sea level which helped to preserve acidity and freshness in the grapes. The wine juice is also fermented and aged in stainless-steel tanks to further preserve fresh fruit flavours and acidity. Floral on the nose, look for ripe apple, tropical fruit and citrus zesty flavours on the palate. Chill and enjoy with seafood chowders or fish tacos. Chardonnay food pairings: cold chicken sandwiches, smoked ham and cheese platter, fish tacos. Drink: 2022 - 2024 570457 13.5% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
El Enemigo Chardonnay 2019, Mendoza, Argentina: El Enemigo 2019 Chardonnay is dry, medium-plus-bodied and delicious. Look for white florals, apple dumpling, lemon curd, vanilla, baking spice flavours, with a vibrant, lingering flinty mineral finish. Drink or hold. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, pork tenderloin, seafood chowder. Drink: 2022 - 2033 482984 14.3% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Gadais Vieilles Vignes Muscadet Sèvre et Maine 2018, Loire A.C., France: Gadais 2018 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur lie is a great value Muscadet produced from Old Vines Melon de Bourgogne. Floral on the nose with lemon, apple, pear, leesy and mineral flavours with a soft orange zesty finish vibrant and creamy on the palate. This wine was bottled without filtering or fining and the leesy sediment gives the wine more mouthfeel, creamier texture and taste. Pair with steamed mussels and frites. Muscadet Sèvre Et Maine food pairings: steamed mussels and fries, clam hot pot, fresh steamed freshwater shrimp. Drink: 2022 - 2024 444406 12% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Wild Rock Pinot Gris 2017, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Wild Rock 2017 Pinot Gris is floral on the nose and intense on the palate with summer-kissed florals, ripe peach, honeyed pear with a lemon zesty finish on the palate. Chill and enjoy with brunch dishes or pan-fried lemon sole. Pinot Gris food pairings: grilled chicken breasts, seafood Alfredo, herbed flatbreads, onion tarte. Drink: 2022 - 2023 19771 12.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Terres Secrètes Les Préludes Saint-Véran 2019, Saint Véran, Burgundy A.C., France: From Saint Véran in the Burgundy wine region, Terres Secrètes Les Prélude 2019 is a vibrant, dry, medium-bodied Burgundian Chardonnay, lean and lifted with lemon curd, ripe stone fruit, fine herb and flinty mineral flavours creamy and long on the palate. Saint-Véran is a neighbour appellation to Pouilly-Fuissé AOC. This vintage was awarded Silver at the 2020 Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge. Food pairings: oysters poor boy sandwiches, grilled whitefish, clams vongole. Drink: 2022 - 2024 16725 12.5% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Henri Bourgeois En Travertin Pouilly-Fumé 2019, Loire A.C., France: Henri Bourgeois En Travertin 2019 Pouilly-Fumé is produced from Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in sedimentary clay and limestone soils on the slopes of Saint Andelain. Elegant on the nose and palate with lemon zest, ripe white peach, fresh-cut hay, dried fine herbs and flinty, crushed stone minerally flavours creamy and long on the finish. The wine was aged five months on its lees. Chill and enjoy it with shellfish, or a Crottin de Chavignol goat cheese and baguette. Pouilly-Fumé food pairings: grilled shellfish, salads, grilled chicken dishes. Drink: 2022 - 2024 12097 12.8% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ohau Woven Stone Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Ohau, North Island, New Zealand: From Ohau, North Island wine region, Ohau Woven Stone 2020 Sauvignon is produced from grapes sourced from a single vineyard. Fresh, lovely and herby on the nose with white-fleshed stone fruit, melon, fine herbs and lemon zest flavours vibrant and long on the palate. Chill and enjoy with herbed quiches, or flatbreads topped with herbed goat cheese. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: spring greens salad, seafood Alfredo, pan-fried scallops. Drink: 2022 - 2022 17552 12.5% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Cave Spring Estate Chardonnay 2018, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment wine region, Cave Spring Estate Cave Spring Vineyard 2018 Chardonnay is a lush and creamy, full-bodied Chardonnay sourced from vines over 30 years of age. Love the ripe pear, apple, peach, citrus zest and anise flavours that linger on this wine finishing with a kiss of smoky vanilla. Nicely done and great value under $20. Estate Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, lobster in butter, corn dishes, pork, fried chicken, almonds, brie, camembert. Drink: 2021 - 2024 256552 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Kahurangi Estate Mount Arthur Reserve Riesling 2017, Nelson, South Island, New Zealand: From Nelson, South Island, Kahurangi Mount Arthur Reserve 2017 is a vegan friendly Riesling produced from sustainably grown grapes from a single vineyard. Juicy and vibrant with ripe apple, pear, citrus zest and mineral notes beautifully balanced with food-friendly acidity. Pour with sushi or hold in cellar for three to four years as the wine will continue to evolve in bottle. Riesling food pairings: grilled pork tenderloin, mildly spiced vegetable curry, veal schnitzel. Drink: 2022 - 2028 14559 11% MD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 92/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Ferrari-Carano Fumé Blanc 2021, Sonoma County, California, United States: From Sonoma County, California, Ferrari-Carano 2021 Fumé Blanc is a barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc. A portion of the wine juice for this vintage was fermented in French oak barrels with the balance in stainless-steel tank. Look for white florals, ripe pear, lemongrass, fine herbs, tropical fruit and leesy mineral flavours matched with brilliant acidity on the palate. Chill and enjoy with pan-fried halibut steaks in lemon butter. Fumé Blanc food pairings: seafood Alfredo, salads, pan-fried halibut steaks. Drink: 2022 - 2023 974765 13.9% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Bersano Gavi Di Gavi 2020, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, Bersano 2020 Gavi di Gavi is a dry, medium-bodied white produced from the Cortese wine grape and is fragrant with lemon-lime zest, fine herbs, pineapple and mineral notes crisp on the palate. Chill and enjoy with fish tacos or calamari. Gavi Di Gavi food pairings: steamed clams in lemon butter, mussels in their own juice, oyster hot pot. Drink: 2022 - 2022 999979 12.5% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Featherstone Canadian Oak Chardonnay 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Featherstone 2019 Chardonnay is a bone-dry, medium-bodied, zesty Chardonnay from the Niagara Peninsula wine region with ripe pear, baked apple, lemon custard, caramel, nutmeg and cinnamon spice creamy on the palate. The wine is aged in Canadian oak barrels sourced from trees grown along the Grand River in Ontario. Produced by winemaker, David Johnson who was awarded the 2019 Ontario Wine Award for Winemaker of the Year. Chardonnay food pairings: Asian dishes, crab cakes, pan-fried cod. Drink: 2021 - 2024 149302 13% D 750 mL $22.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Martinborough, North Island, New Zealand: From Palliser Estate, Pencarrow 2020 Sauvignon Blanc is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with tropical fruit, lime-lemon citrus and savoury notes on the palate. Chill and enjoy with a pasta Primavera. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: egg dishes, herbed quiches, goat cheese and smoked salmon galette, salad greens. Drink: 2022 - 2023 148429 12.1% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 94/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio 2020, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Banfi San Angelo 2020 Pinot Grigio is fresh with cut pear, apple, fine herb and tropical fruit flavours creamy on the palate and wrapped up with food-friendly acidity. Chill and enjoy with spring greens salads or grilled shellfish dishes. Pinot Grigio food pairings: smoked whitefish on baguette, quiches, onion tarte, herbed flatbreads. Drink: 2022 - 2022 26716 12.5% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Joseph Cattin Gewurztraminer 2019, Alsace A.C., France: Joseph Cattin 2019 Gewurztraminer is produced from sustainably grown grapes from the Alsace wine region. Fragrant with rose petal, lychee, baking spice on the nose mirroring same on the palate with a lemon tart kiss. Chill and enjoy with a mildly spiced curry or pork chops from the grill and mango chutney. A lovely Gew with so much to enjoy. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2020 Concours International de Lyon. Gewurztraminer food pairings: ham, pork tenderloin topped with unsweetened apricot chutney, curried rice with cloves, cinnamon and cardamom, pork schnitzels. Drink: 2022 - 2024 224626 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Vignerons de Buxy Buissonnier Montagny 2019, Montagny, Burgundy A.C., France: Vignerons De Buxy Buissonnier 2019 Chardonnay is produced from grapes sourced from the Montagny, located at the most southern end of the Chalonnaise wine region. This area produces lithe and bright wines with and elegant minerality. This example was produced in stainless-steel tank to preserve its floral and fruity character. Look for fresh white florals, ripe apple, lemon citrus, fine herbs finishing with a mineral kiss. Chill and enjoy with grilled chicken dishes. Food pairings: grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, fresh steamed crab. Drink: 2022 - 2025 382879 12.5% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Babich Black Label Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From Marlborough, South Island, Babich Black Label 2020 Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, medium-bodied, mouth-watering, savoury and sagey SB with fresh pear, mango and flinty mineral flavours leesy and creamy on the palate. Amazing food-friendly acidity for grilled prawns or seafood chowders. Produced from sustainably-grown grapes. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: Asian chicken salad, pork tenderloin, linguine carbonara, pizza, grilled salmon. Drink: 2022 - 2024 9142 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Villa Maria Taylors Pass Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From Marlborough, South Island, Villa Maria Taylors Pass 2020 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from a single vineyard in the Awatere Valley. Classic with gooseberry, pear and lemongrass up front with citrus, flint, green herbs and a long, stony-chalky mineral mouth-watering finish. Drink or hold. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: salads topped with warm goat cheese and pickled beets, grilled chicken breasts, quiche, onion tarte. Drink: 2022 - 2026 13901 13.5% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 95/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Radford Dale Vinum Chenin Blanc 2020, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Radford Dale Vinum 2020 Chenin Blanc is produced from 40-plus year old bush vines in the Stellenbosch wine region. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and concentrated on the palate with ripe pear, white-fleshed peach, honeyed quince, citrus zest and toasty oak spice with a vibrant, clean mineral finish. The wine was barrel-fermented with some time in stainless-steel tank to enhance fruit freshness and to add a little more finesse. Chill and enjoy with grilled prawns. Chenin Blanc food pairings: roast chicken, quail stuffed with dried apricot fruit and wild mushrooms, grilled fish. Drink: 2022 - 2024 13338 12.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Chardonnay 2019, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells 2019 Chardonnay is a dry, vibrant and full-bodied Columbia Valley Chardonnay with warm apple aromas, lemon curd, tropical fruit, toffee and toasty oak spice layered and lush with a long creamy finish. The Chardonnay grapes for this wine were sourced from warmer sites throughout the Columbia Valley, and the wine was aged in new French oak and some American oak barrels. Chill and enjoy with roast chicken dinner. Chardonnay food pairings: grilled chicken, pork Wellington, roast quail stuffed with wild mushrooms. Drink: 2022 - 2024 524397 13% D 750 mL $27.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Follas Novas Albariño 2021, Rías Baixas D.O., Spain: Produced by Paco & Lola Winery in Galicia, Spain, the grapes for Follas Novas 2021 Albariño were sourced from vines between 20- and 40-years of age that thrive in loamy-sandy, granitic and slightly acidic soils. The free-run juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks at 16C for 21 days and the wine rested on its lees for added structure and finesse. Floral on the nose with a subtle spritz of bright green apple, lime-lemon zest, dried white florals, fine herbs and briny mineral flavours on the palate. Chill and enjoy with calamari or salads. Vine growers and winemakers from the O Salnés region, in Galicia, formed the Cooperativa Vitivinícola Arousana which, in 2005, founded the Paco & Lola Winery. Albariño food pairings: grilled fish dishes, pasta and seafood, salads. Drink: 2022 - 2024 488981 12.5% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
Alvear 3 Miradas Sierra de Montilla Vino de Pueblo 2019, Montilla Moriles D.O.P., Spain: Alvear 3 Miradas Sierra De Montilla Vino De Pueblo 2019 is produced from 100% Pedro Ximenez grapes, the very same varietal for Sherry and sweet Spanish dessert wines. This wine is completely different. The wine is dry, medium-bodied with some oxidative notes and vibrant with Meyer lemon, quince, fresh apple and pear, honeysuckle, fine herbs, salty mineral and smoky flavours finishing long on the palate. Very unique. Chill and enjoy with seared tuna steaks. Drink or hold. Food pairings: seafood tapas, sharp cheeses, grilled shrimp. Drink: 2022 - 2026 96834 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 2022. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart