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Vintages Release August 16, 2025

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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

Renieri Re di Renieri 2021, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Renieri Re Di Renieri 2021 is a Bordeaux-style red wine blend produced from organically-grown grapes, mostly Merlot with 30% in Cab Sauv., and 10% in Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the wine is dry, medium-bodied and savoury with dried sage, rosemary, black currant, dark plum all wrapped up in chewy tannins. Needs a bit more time in bottle, try it from 2027. Food pairings: roast beef, chicken, Tomahawk steak on the grill. Drink: 2027 - 2040 104653 14.5% XD 750 mL $61.95 Score: 95/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Ruinart Brut Champagne Rosé, Champagne A.C., France: Elegant and delicious, Ruinart rosé Champagne is a vibrant blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir produced by Fred Panaiotis. On the nose, this brut bubble is fresh with tropical fruits, raspberry, cherry and wild strawberry aromas; silky and vibrant on the palate with a delicate and persistent mousse of tropical fruit, little red berries, mint and pink grapefruit citrusy flavours. So good now. Champagne Rosé food pairings: soft cheese, grilled shellfish, creamy cheeses, fresh steamed shrimp, watercress sandwiches, salads, smoked salmon and cream cheese on baguette, brunch dishes. Drink: 2026 - 2028 662536 12.5% D 750 mL $161.95 Score: 97/100. August 2025. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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