Vintages New Release Collection – April 11, 2026

WINE WONDERS OFNEW ZEALAND

SATURDAY APRIL 11, 2026

wines

of the month

Drinking beautifully now

THE ORGANIZED CRIME PIPE DOWN 2022 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario 356865 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 The Pipe Down 2022 is 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Cabernet Franc and 12% Petit Verdot, with 30% receiving appassimento treatment. It’s ripe and intense, with blackcurrant, raspberry, dried herb, spice and tobacco. Full of youthful vibrancy, it will evolve through 2028+.

Medium-bodied & Fruity

CHÂTEAU PLAISANCE BORDEAUX SUPÉRIEUR 2019

AOC, Bordeaux, France 404285 (XD) 750 ml

$26.95 2

... There is good lift on the nose with heightened peony florality, raspberry, fresh cedar and basil. It is medium-full bodied, fairly plush and dense yet nicely structured, with quite gritty somewhat green and bitter tannin. Give it three years; should last beyond 2030. The length is excellent. Tasted April 2023. Score: 91 (David Lawrason, winealign.com)

Medium-bodied & Fruity

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WINE WONDERS OF NEW ZEALAND page 4

GOOD PARTNERS page 22

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VIVA TEQUILA page 24

What’s On / page 2 Product Info &

Tasting Notes / page 27 Shopping List / page 42 More Ontario to Love / page 44 Savings & Bonus Points / page 46

LOCAL FIND page 26

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A snapshot of exciting events, great wines to try, new collections, special offers and more. WHAT’S ON

ESSENTIALS COLLECTION

CANADIAN CORE

INNISKILLIN VIDAL ICEWINE 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula 388306 (S) 375 ml $54.95 CAVE SPRING PINOT NOIR 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, sustainable, vegan 417642 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 THIRTY BENCH WINEMAKER’S BLEND RIESLING 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment 24133 (D) 750 ml $22.95

Our Essentials Collection is full of fan faves that are always available in-store and online. So it’s easy to confidently try something new, like a cocktail with iconic Icewine. You can try your hand at cellaring with this sustainable Pinot Noir. And this expertly crafted Ontario Riesling is so food-friendly, it would reward an adventurous pairing. Visit LCBO.com/vintages to see the full Essentials Collection. Looking for Vintages-approved local wines you can enjoy year-round?

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ACCESSORIES

PATIO SEASON STARTS HERE

Find them in-store and on LCBO.com.

After a winter full of record-breaking snowfalls and cold temps, we are so ready to soak up the sunshine. And dine alfresco! We’ve got the perfect lineup of new spring accessories to get you patio-ready.

COMING SOON

COOLER BAG This stylish, sturdy cooler bag has space (and pockets!) for all your bottles, cans and snacks for your next picnic or barbecue. 50861 $12.95

DURALEX LE PICARDIE GLASSES Cheers to our latest glassware that comes in an LCBO exclusive colour, Emerald Green. The tumblers (available in sets of 4) are made from tempered glass for durability and are dishwasher and microwave safe. 50611 $9.95

DIP PLATTER & WOOD BOARD Melamine chip & dip platter 50486 $12.95 Wooden serving board 50487 $14.95

ACRYLIC LIDDED PITCHER 50557 $14.95 PLATES & NAPKINS Melamine plate set 50488 $9.95 Napkins 50485 $1.95

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WINE WONDERS OF NEW ZEALAND ––– Tucked away in the far corner of the map and surrounded by vast ocean, New Zealand can be easy to overlook. But as wine lovers know, it’s well worth exploring. After wowing the world with its dynamic Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand has expanded its repertoire while staying true to its roots.

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The vibrant colours of a Marlborough vineyard.

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Vineyards stretch to the horizon in Seddon, Marlborough.

––– The undisputed heartland of New Zealand wine country – especially for Sauvignon Blanc – is Marlborough . The winding valleys among the sheltered waterways of the Marlborough Sounds create conditions reminiscent of the Loire Valley in France. The rugged, ancient mountains and complex soils of Central Otago , famed for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, elicit comparisons with Burgundy. Gimblett Gravels , defined by greywacke sandstone carried down from the mountainsides by the Ngaruroro River, has gravelly soils like Bordeaux and specializes in Cabernet and Merlot. PRIDE OF PLACE

RABBIT RANCH SUR LIE CHARDONNAY 2023 Central Otago, South Island, vegan Nutty, malt biscuit aroma with a trace of cucumber. Attractive, bright citrus and a clean, refreshing finish. Light and easygoing. 89 points (Huon Hooke, therealreview.com) Light & Crisp 48077 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 New at Vintages

Central Otago

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New Zealand

Gimblett Gravels

CRAGGY RANGE TE KAHU GIMBLETT GRAVELS SINGLE VINEYARD RED BLEND 2022 Gimblett Gravels, Hawke’s Bay, North Island Built around Merlot with Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon in support. Savoury herbs, spice, graphite, and toasted dark chocolate. Elegant and impressive. 94 points (Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast ) Medium-bodied & Fruity 493023 (XD) 750 ml $32.95 2

Marlborough

LAWSON’S DRY HILLS RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, carbon zero, sustainable, vegan Enticing fragrances of white-fleshed tropical fruit, juicy citrus and white peach. Complexity and weight from time in barrel. Satiny texture. 95 points (Cameron Douglas, MS,

camdouglasms.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 47921 (XD) 750 ml

$24.95 2

New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 33 TO 34.

––– After centuries of history in French vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc was indelibly linked with the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. But over the past half-century, New Zealand has become synonymous with a distinctive style of Savvy prized for its sheer intensity of aroma and flavour. Not for the faint of heart, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc takes the variety’s inherent gooseberry, passion fruit and herbaceous notes and turns them up to eleven. SIGNATURE SAVVY

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TASTE THESE WINES

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BABICH WINEMAKER’S RESERVE BARREL FERMENTED SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Layered and flavourful, offering nectarine, grapefruit pith and white blossoms, with some nutty complexity in the background. Juicy and lingering. 91 points (jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 656629 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 1 New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 32.

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––– Since the ascent of its Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand has shown it’s not just a one-trick pony. Central Otago has become known for Pinot Noir that showcases the variety’s tangy, earthy fruit character. Gimblett Gravels specializes in blends of classic Bordeaux varieties like Cabernet Franc , Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot . The overarching cool climate of the islands is ideal for producing Chardonnay in an exciting diversity of styles, in addition to Pinot Gris that straddles the intensity of the classic Alsatian style and the delicacy of Italian Pinot Grigio. BEYOND SAVVY

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PADDY BORTHWICK PAPER ROAD PINOT NOIR 2023 Wairarapa, North Island Sweetly ripe and inviting, with dark cherry, plum, olive, and warm spice. Juicy fruit, supple texture, and a lingering, tasty finish. 93 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Medium-bodied & Fruity 179770 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 34.

Pinot Noir

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Chardonnay

OYSTER BAY ROSÉ SPARKLING CUVÉE New Zealand, tank method Gentle red berries and refreshing acidity. Some lovely crushed hazelnuts on the palate. Long, refreshing finish. 90 points (International Wine Challenge) Light & Fruity 280172 (D) 750 ml $23.95 1 Waipara Valley, South Island, sustainable Charming and inviting, with an elegant bouquet of pear, cantaloupe, apple and flowers. The silky palate is juicy, rounded and beautifully styled. 90 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Light & Crisp 47918 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 1 New at Vintages HÃHÃ HAWKE’S BAY CHARDONNAY 2024 Hawke’s Bay, North Island, sustainable Ripe stone fruit, apple, and lemon meringue. Smooth, creamy, rich texture. An unabashedly big, generous style of Chardonnay. 93 points (Ray Jordan, winepilot.com) Full-bodied & Rich 10020 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 THORNBURY WAIPARA PINOT GRIS 2024

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 28 TO 33.

Pinot Noir + Chardonnay

Pinot Gris

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––– A global leader in sustainable wine-growing, New Zealand boasts an impressive 98% of its vineyard area certified under the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) program. Established in 1995, the program emphasizes six critical areas of sustainability – soil, water, people, plant protection, waste and climate change – with a road map to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. SUSTAINABILITY

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TOHU AWATERE VALLEY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Citrus, tropical fruit and white peach, then a classic minerality and saline mouthfeel. Long, gently herbaceous finish. 94 points (Cameron Douglas, MS,

KONO SOUTH ISLAND PINOT NOIR 2022 South Island, sustainable Matured in French oak, this finely integrated, elegant Pinot Noir brings layers of red berry and spice, with hints of wild thyme. Gold (Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards) Medium-bodied & Fruity 19623 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 1

camdouglasms.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 536177 (XD) 750 ml

$22.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 33 TO 34.

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––– New Zealand’s Indigenous winemakers and wineries are testament to the country’s rich cultural heritage. The TUKU collective, formed in 2018, represents a significant movement among Māori-owned wineries sharing common values around the preservation and protection of nature, ancestry and hospitality. Member wineries include Tiki Wine & Vineyards, Te Pā Family Vineyards, Kuru Kuru Wines and more. DEEP ROOTS

Sites of cultural significance can be found all over New Zealand, marking the country’s Māori heritage.

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TIKI SINGLE VINEYARD NORTH CANTERBURY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2025 North Canterbury, South Island, sustainable Upfront and immediately appealing, with aromas of green melon, feijoa, crisp apple, and lime zest. Juicy and intense. 93 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Aromatic & Flavourful 19767 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 33.

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New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

It goes remarkably well with green veggies, zippy citrus and flavourful cheeses. Pair with: Food & Drink ’s Piled-High, Dip-Inspired Asiago Artichoke Salad. Find the recipe at LCBO.com/vintagesfdrecipes

––– As is so often the case with those sourced from cool climates, the wines of New Zealand are wonderfully food-friendly. Here are a few pairings to get you started. FOOD FAVES

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INVIVO X, BY SARAH JESSICA PARKER BLEND 7 SAUVIGNON BLANC 2025 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Grassy, lightly candied character, with aromas of lemon drop, tarragon, and citrus leaf. Zippy acidity from start to finish. 90 points (jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 14278 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 1

New Zealand Pinot Gris

New Zealand Pinot Noir

It can be a revelatory accompaniment to dishes featuring salty meats and sweet fruits. Pair with: Food & Drink ’s Caramelized Pineapple Tart. Find the recipe at LCBO.com/vintagesfdrecipes

It works wonders with mushrooms and meats seasoned with earthy spices. Pair with: Food & Drink ’s Grilled Flank Steak and Mushrooms with Compound Brown Butter. Find the recipe at LCBO.com/vintagesfdrecipes

LOVEBLOCK ORGANIC PINOT GRIS 2023 Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, sustainable, vegan White peach, chamomile and stony minerality on the nose. Nuanced, detailed, and perfectly balanced, with subtly integrated fruit. 91 points (Jacobo Garcia-Andrade Llamas,

TOI TOI CLUTHA PINOT NOIR 2023 Central Otago, South Island, sustainable Wonderfully fruited and enticing, with dark plum, sweet cherry, thyme, mushroom and toasted nut aromas. Succulent, fleshy and intense. 94 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Medium-bodied & Fruity 12607 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2

jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 47914 (XD) 750 ml

$23.95 1

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 32 TO 34.

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What we continued to admire this year during our tastings was the outstanding de nition and unique character of New Zealand’s best wines. Their cool-climate nature is becoming increasingly unique in the world ...” James Suckling, 2024

Sheep enjoy an enviable view of Marlborough Sounds.

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THE ESSENTIALS Looking for New Zealand wines you can find year-round? We’ve got you. The Vintages Essentials Collection features more than a dozen outstanding wines from New Zealand that are always available. Here’s a taste:

ERADUS SAUVIGNON BLANC Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island Intense aromatics and fruit, with zesty

OYSTER BAY PINOT NOIR Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Dark fruit, portobello mushrooms, vanilla and cherry. Pair with: Pulled pork 590414 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 1

KIM CRAWFORD ROSÉ Hawke’s Bay, North Island Candied pink grapefruit, redcurrant and red plum. Pair with: Grilled seafood 650325 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 1

acidity. Pair with: Seafood 225557 (XD) 750 ml

$19.95 2

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GOOD PARTNERS

Stewards of the land

Since its inception in 2005, Hidden Bench has been leading the way, crafting award-winning organic wines using 100% estate-grown fruit while upholding a deep commitment to environmental protection.

Harald Thiel, vigneron/ proprietor.

Chickens help manage vineyard pests and provide organic eggs for the retail shop.

Adding biodynamic preparations to Hidden Bench’s 500 tonnes of compost.

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HIDDEN BENCH RIESLING 2022 6 VQA Beamsville Bench,

Niagara Escarpment, Ontario “It’s a blend of all three of our vineyards, fermented with indigenous yeast. It has a little bit of residual sugar but it’s not cloying at all. It has really nice freshness. This is a great pairing with Asian food across the board – curries, even some spicy Thai, Chinese food – but one of my favourites is what I call the All-Canadian Pairing: scallops from the Bay of Fundy.” Harald Thiel 90 points (Decanter World

At LCBO, we’re focused on building a more sustainable future through our Spirit of Sustainability initiative, which celebrates trade partners who work to promote diversity and inclusion, community investment and sound environmental practices. Learn more at LCBO.com/sustainability .

When Vintages caught up with Harald Thiel, vigneron/proprietor of Hidden Bench Estate Winery, he was fresh from the Tasting Climate Change conference in Montreal. This is where experts from all over the world gather to discuss climate change’s effects on wine and identify sustainable solutions. “We probably have about 13 or 14 ideas that we got from the conference that we’re going to sit down next week and evaluate,” says Thiel. But for a winery that’s been certified organic since 2013 and using organic practices since 2010, much of the knowledge shared was “a confirmation that the path we’re on is a really good path. “We make our own compost. We try to reduce the amount of tractor work in the vineyard. We have animals on the vineyard,” says Thiel. “We monitor how much water we use. The average winery uses something like nine litres of water per litre of wine. I think we’re under five, just by using water more efficiently and making sure we don’t waste water.” Hidden Bench use geothermal energy for heating and cooling their buildings and winemaking operations, and they installed a 105-panel, 23.5kW solar array in 2007. These systems provide clean energy while reducing carbon emissions and energy consumption. “There’s the Japanese concept of kaizen . We’re always continually trying to improve on our environmental practices. It never stops,” says Thiel. “Being organic makes you work more in the vineyard, because you don’t have the same silver bullets to spray [synthetic insecticides and fungicides]. So you really need the focus on better agriculture within the vineyard, and by doing that, we’re able to produce better wines.”

Wine Awards, 2022) Aromatic & Flavourful 183491 (D) $26.95 2 4 Organic product

750 ml

HIDDEN BENCH GAMAY 2023 6 VQA West Niagara, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, sustainable, unfiltered

“We decided to grow Gamay because we think it’s really well suited to the Ontario climate. This wine is made in a classic Burgundian style, with a little bit of whole cluster in the fermentation to give it additional freshness and complexity. It goes well with barbecue, short ribs. Personally, I like it with lamb burgers.” Harald Thiel 92 points (Rick VanSickle,

winesinniagara.com) Light-bodied & Fruity 20422 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 4 Organic product

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 29.

SAN COSME MEZCAL Mexico Crafted using young espadín agave cooked for three days in a classical earthen pit oven, this mezcal is delightfully smoky with notes of warm earth and leather. 50322 750 ml $79.95

PÁTRON AÑEJO CRISTALINO Mexico This tequila is aged in four distinct oak cask types and then filtered through wood charcoal. It’s velvety-smooth, with notes of butterscotch, vanilla, cooked agave, and oak spice. 50010 750 ml $109.95

OJO DE DIOS MEZCAL CAFE Mexico A unique infusion of espadín mezcal with arabica coffee grown by the Maia Bautista family in the mountains of Oaxaca, this spirit offers waves of rich roasted coffee and smoke. 50462 700 ml $99.95

JOSÉ CUERVO RESERVA DE LA FAMILIA AÑEJO CRISTALINO Mexico This crystal-clear añejo tequila is gorgeously smooth, layered and complex. It will be a featured product at the upcoming LCBO Viva Tequila event. 50018 750 ml $199.95

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FIND LOCAL

An insider’s guide to great Ontario wines.

I love it

because... It has aromas and flavours of lime, apple and mineral. 1. š. Charles Baker specializes in Niagara Riesling. It’s an excellent pairing for your favourite album! 3.

Sean Adams Ontario Wine Buyer

When I hear how well Ontario Riesling is being received around the world, it’s music to my ears. Our cool climate is perfect for the grape, with local winemakers putting their own spin on these complex, characterful wines. For the record, I consider Charles Baker among the most talented. His B˜Side Riesling brings together grapes from his celebrated single vineyards into one harmonious wine. On-song Ontario Riesling

CHARLES BAKER B SIDE RIESLING 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula 523845 (D) 750 ml $24.95 2 Aromatic & Flavourful

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 28.

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SAKE

HOMARE ALADDIN BOTTLE YUZU JUNMAI SAKE Fukushima, Japan

An easy-sipping sake blended with juice of the Japanese yuzu fruit. Crisp, citrusy flavours, with a soft palate. Try this by itself or mixed with club soda. 23889 (S) 300 ml $17.95 1

WANT TO SHOP CANADIAN? 6 Look for this icon to support products that are made in Canada. DRINKABILITY INDEX This index is intended as a guideline and reflects the collective view of our purchasing panel. 1 DRINK NOW: Enjoy tonight. There is no benefit to cellaring. 2 DRINK OR HOLD: Can be enjoyed now, but may be matured further by cellaring. 3 HOLD: This wine may be enjoyed now, but it will develop favourably under ideal cellaring conditions. SUGAR CONTENT Residual sugar content (e.g., 5 g/L ) is displayed on shelf signs and on LCBO.com. Perceived sweetness – ranging from Extra Dry to Sweet or XD , D , M , MS , S – is printed in this catalogue, on shelf signs and online. Please discuss specifics with a Product Consultant. WINE STYLES Every wine in this section includes a style (e.g. Full-bodied & Smooth, Aromatic & Flavourful) designed to help you quickly and easily choose products. ORGANIC PRODUCTS Wines designated as organic 4 contain 30 mg/L or less of free sulphur for dry wines (<50 g/L sugar); 35 mg/L or less for sweeter wines (50“99 g/L sugar); 45 mg/L or less for sweet wines (>99 g/L sugar). ALCOHOL CONTENT The alcohol/volume content for any product released by Vintages is available online. Visit LCBO.com/vintages and enter the product number into the search field. Products in this catalogue are available in stores and online in limited quantities. All reviews, scores, prices and content in this catalogue are accurate and current at time of printing. Prices are subject to change without notice. For up-to-date prices, visit LCBO.com/vintages. All prices include applicable container deposit and HST. Vintages cannot assume responsibility for typographical errors in this catalogue.

HOMARE LYCHEE NIGORI SAKE Fukushima, Japan

Nigori sakes are coarsely filtered and “cloudy.” They should be given a quick shake before serving and are best enjoyed chilled. This balanced, refreshing example combines the sweetness and subtle rice tones of the Nigori style with ripe lychee notes. The sweetness makes it a nice option for spicy chicken wings, chocolate desserts, and cocktails. 30275 (S) 300 ml $14.95 1

OKUNOMATSU SAKURA DAIGINJO SAKE Fukushima, Japan This sake shows complex flavours of vanilla nut brittle, coconut water, papaya custard, and pineapple sorbet, with a salted, radish-tinged finish. Savour it with fresh spring rolls, pork belly, or salmon steaks. 422600 (D) 300 ml $19.95 1

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FORTIFIED WINE PORT KOPKE LBV PORT 2020 DOP, Portugal

CANADA ž WHITE WINE ONTARIO BACHELDER LES VILLAGES BENCH ... sourced uniquely from single vineyards on the Twenty Mile Bench and Beamsville Bench ... This has a pretty nose of bright apples, lemon tart, ripe pear, flinty/stony minerality notes and a pinch of spice. It has a creamy texture with poached pear, yellow apples, bergamot, and a touch of savouriness on a bright, lifted finish. Drinking fine right now but can cellar two or three years. Score: 92 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, April 5, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 16059 (XD) 750 ml $34.95 2 CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Niagara Escarpment BACHELDER WERNER YORK VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA St. David’s Bench, Niagara-on-the-Lake ... The nose is profoundly elegant with a lifted and floral beginning followed by fresh saline and oyster shells, pears, golden apples, lemon verbena, white peach and integrated spice notes. It’s mouth-filling on the palate while maintaining its elegance and purity with dense stone fruits, lemon, chiseled salinity, river rock, subtle creamy notes and spice with an elevated, long, and finessed finish. Can cellar through 2035. Score: 94 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Oct. 31, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 45136 (XD) 750 ml $45.00 2

Founded in 1638, Kopke is the oldest Port house in Portugal. This LBV is expressive and approachable, with layers of rich, sweet-spiced fruit. A sophisticated wine meant for early enjoyment. Sweet 33940 (S) 750 ml $24.95 2

SPARKLING WINE

OYSTER BAY ROSÉ SPARKLING CUVÉE New Zealand, tank method Salmon pink. Gentle red berries with a refreshing acidity. Some lovely crushed hazelnuts on the palate. Long refreshing finish. Score: 90 (International Wine Challenge, 2023) Light & Fruity 280172 (D) 750 ml $23.95 1 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand

CHARLES BAKER B SIDE RIESLING 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

ACKERMAN BULLE ROYALE CRÉMANT DE LOIRE BRUT SPARKLING AOP, Loire, France, traditional method This vibrant crémant is bursting with energy. The wine opens with guava, gooseberry, Asian pear and starfruit along with the faintest hint of dried herbs. The palate leads with tart green apple cloaked in lemon citrus. Open for a celebration or keep for yourself. Best Buy. Score: 91 (Reggie Solomon, Wine Enthusiast , Sept. 30, 2024) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 42057 (D) 750 ml $20.95 2

From virtual-winemaking virtuoso Charles Baker, the B¨Side Riesling comprises top-tier fruit that didn’t make the final cut for his renowned single vineyard expressions. This is a classic Niagara Riesling; balanced and complex, with pear, lemon, touches of honey, and a refined mineral note. A serious wine crafted by one of our most skilled winemakers. Enjoy through 2034+. Aromatic & Flavourful 523845 (D) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Local Find

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BRITISH COLUMBIA CULMINA DILEMMA CHARDONNAY 2022 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley

HIDDEN BENCH RIESLING 2022 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment Fresh red apples and apricot nectar, honeysuckle on the nose. Juicy palate with crunchy freshness, lingering floral finish. Score: 90 (Decanter World

This Chardonnay is made in a leaner style, and it works well. Quite stony and attenuated on the nose, leading to a fresh, linear palate with more of the wet stone character. Score: 90 (Jamie Goode, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Rich 46824 (XD) 750 ml $39.95 2

Wine Awards, 2022) Aromatic & Flavourful 183491 (D)

$26.95 2

750 ml

Featured in Good Partners 4 Organic product

CANADA ¢ RED WINE ONTARIO DOMAINE QUEYLUS TRADITION

PINOT NOIR 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

PENINSULA RIDGE WISMER VINEYARD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment This 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Wismer Vineyard undergoes a slow, cool fermentation in stainless steel to keep the aromatics front and centre. It shows apple, lime, gooseberry, fresh-cut grass, and a sharp, distinct mineral note. Drink through 2029+. Aromatic & Flavourful 155580 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2

Queylus Tradition Pinot Noir 2022 is slightly rustic in nature and opens with inviting aromas of cinnamon, cocoa, raspberries, and violets. The palate reveals a bright core with good concentration, carried by firm, rugged tannins. Red berries take the lead, framed by notes of liquorice root and a distinct blood-iron character. There’s a savoury edge that adds depth, and the finish lingers with freshness and grip. Drinking window: 2025¦2030. Score: 90 (Magdalena Kaiser, decanter.com, April 25, 2025) HIDDEN BENCH GAMAY 2023 6 VQA West Niagara, Niagara Peninsula, sustainable, unfiltered ... aged in 100% French barriques (10% new) for nine months. This is a more serious, complex style of Gamay than what you usually see in Niagara with a fruit-laden nose of purple plums, raspberries, violets, cranberries, brambly/earthy notes and just a hint of spiciness. It shows some texture on the palate and light tannins with a melange of red berries, plum pudding, savory/earthy notes, integrated spice and mouth-watering acidity on a lifted finish. Can cellar this through 2031. Score: 92 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Dec. 10, 2025) Light-bodied & Fruity 20422 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 Featured in Good Partners 4 Organic product Medium-bodied & Fruity 392738 (XD) 750 ml $37.70 2

TAWSE LIMESTONE RIDGE RIESLING 2024 6

VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment Limestone is synonymous with wines of authenticity and provenance. It provides excellent drainage while retaining sufficient moisture to ensure vine health. These soils also contain a high mineral content and moderate temperatures; factors that combine to create wines of balance and precision, like this crisp, vibrant Riesling. Look for peach, citrus, apple and a pure, unmistakable mineral note and pair with ham or spicy seafood appetizers. Aromatic & Flavourful 431593 (M) 750 ml $24.95 2

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CANADA RED WINE CONT’D ONTARIO OXLEY SYRAH 2021 6 VQA Lake Erie North Shore, sustainable

ARGENTINA RED WINE

ALAMOS SELECCIÓN MALBEC 2021* La Consulta, Valle de Uco, Mendoza Blueberries, currants, stones, licorice and tea leaves on the nose. Medium-bodied with ripe, creamy tannins. Succulent, solid core of blue and dark fruit. Drink now. Score: 91 (jamessuckling. com, March 1, 2022)

Syrah is challenging to grow in Ontario, flourishing in only a select few ideal microclimates. The team at Oxley have been working with Syrah for more than a decade, finding success through the use of geotextile blankets that cover and insulate the vines in winter. This LENS take on Syrah is ripe and fresh, with a gorgeous white pepper character.

Medium-bodied & Fruity 322800 (XD) 750 ml

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Pair with braised meats. Medium-bodied & Fruity 50183 (XD) 750 ml

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PHEBUS GRAN RESERVA MALBEC 2023 Mendoza, vegan (Fabre)

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VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment The Pipe Down 2022 is 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Cabernet Franc and 12% Petit Verdot, with 30% receiving appassimento treatment. It’s ripe and intense, with blackcurrant, raspberry, dried herb, spice and tobacco. Full of youthful vibrancy, it will

This is ripe and perfumed with a core of sweet lush berry and dark cherry fruits. Showing a silky texture and nice floral qualities but not lacking in structure, long finish. Mendoza Malbec Trophy, International Malbec Trophy. Score: 96 (International Wine Challenge, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 49540 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts

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NOVA SCOTIA LUCKETT PHONE BOX RED 6 Nova Scotia, vegan

TERRAZAS DE LOS ANDES RESERVA ORGANIC MALBEC 2023 Mendoza This opens with earthy notes, dark fruit and dark olives, lifted by a subtle floral character. The palate is fresh and approachable with a clean, uncomplicated finish. The grapes for this wine come from various sites, predominantly Altamira. Drink now [into early 2030s]. Score: 92 (Jacobo Garcia-Andrade Llamas, jamessuckling.com, March 25, 2025)

A dynamic blend of Castel, Lucie Kuhlmann, Marquette, Léon Millot and Maréchal Foch aged for 14 months in Hungarian and American oak. Layered with black fruit, leather, vanilla and cedar, this will be great with roasted vegetables, stews, or meaty faves straight off the barbecue. Drink now through 2032+.

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CHILE RED WINE AVES DEL SUR GRAN RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2020 Valle del Maipo, vegan

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TAHBILK MARSANNE 2024 Nagambie Lakes, Central Victoria, estate grown and bottled, sustainable

Bold and big, with concentrated fruit, good structure and characterful expression. Look for cassis, black fruit, toffee, chocolate, and ripe red fruit. Great for food. [Mundus Vini did not include a tasting note. Best of Show Chile Red.] Score: Grand Gold (Mundus Vini, Spring Tasting 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 48145 (XD) 750 ml $25.95 2

One of the top value Aussie whites going – year in, year out. It is unwooded and so the purity of varietal expression is keen, with the prettiest of spring florals on display and a brightness of citrus that sparks the palate. Honeysuckle, citrus blossom and acacia work with citrus, quince, green apple and a lemon sorbet tang to ignite the tastebuds, hand in hand with juicy acidity. A mid-palate creaminess opens up the food-matching possibilities. I’m thinking lobster meunière. As for ageing? It’s up for a decade or more. Drink from: 2025. Drink by: 2038. Special Value. Score: 95 (Jeni Port, winecompanion.com.au, June 19, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 117945 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

MONTES LIMITED SELECTION CARMENÈRE 2022 DO Valle del Rapel

AUSTRALIA RED WINE

Montes 2022 is a great value Rapel Valley Carmenère at $18. A juicy and plushy, medium-plus-bodied Carmenère with fresh ripe cherry, strawberry, red currant, blackberry, vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours fresh on the palate, it is a perfect pairing to southwest veggie burgers or a roast duck and lentil ragu. Drink date: 2024®2028. Best Value Wine. Score: 91 (nataliemaclean.com, July 6, 2024)

3 RINGS SHIRAZ 2023 Barossa Valley, South Australia

This is immediately appealing on the nose with blackberry, toasted spice, rich floral, and roasted hazelnut aromas. The palate is equally appealing, delivering succulent fruit intensity with silky texture and fine-grained tannins, making it fabulously drinkable. At its best: now to 2030. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Jan. 2026) Full-bodied & Smooth 15495 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2

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ODFJELL CAPÍTULO FLYING FISH RED BLEND 2023 Valle Central, sustainable, vegan

BLEASDALE BROADSIDE SHIRAZ/ CABERNET SAUVIGNON/MALBEC 2023 Langhorne Creek, South Australia A 50% shiraz, 29% cabernet sauvignon and 21% malbec blend, aged nine months in French oak puncheons, 5% new. In other words, this shows a lovely expression of fruit, from black cherries and plums to cassis, but it is more than that. It’s savoury, spicy, juicy with textural tannins and bright acidity throughout. You’d ask for another glass if at a mate’s barbecue. Drink from: 2025. Drink by: 2032. Special Value. Score: 92 (Jane Faulkner, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 12, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 632091 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

The 2023 Capitulo Flying Fish is a blend based on grapes from the Maule Valley, and this year it includes 40% carignan from Loncomilla and 28% cabernet sauvignon from Cauquenes, both in Maule. In addition, it has 20% malbec from Lontué, in the Curicó Valley and, for the first time, syrah from the coastal San Antonio Valley. And the blend works very well, with carignan as the main actor, providing flowers and tart red fruits. The texture is firm, and the tannins make you think of grilled red meats. [Drink through 2028+.] Score: 91 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2025)

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AUSTRALIA RED WINE CONT’D

NEW ZEALAND WHITE WINE

DANDELION VINEYARDS LIONHEART OF THE BAROSSA SHIRAZ 2023 Barossa, South Australia Mouthwatering with bright, youthful and juicy boysenberries and blackberries. Elegant and structured with a long, layered finish. Score: 93 (International Wine Challenge, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 358127 (XD) 375 ml $12.95 2

BABICH WINEMAKER’S RESERVE BARREL FERMENTED SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Layered and flavorful, offering nectarines, grapefruit pith and white blossoms with some nutty complexity in the background. Medium-bodied and crisp yet with a round texture and a mellow core of fruit. Juicy and lingering. Sustainable. Drink now. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, Oct. 5, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 656629 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 1 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand Here’s a wine that takes advantage of the naturally warmer conditions in Hawke’s Bay after a hot and dry summer, which resulted in some of the best quality grapes for some time ... after fermentation ageing on full lees in French oak and then heading through malolactic fermentation before bottling ... The nose shows some obvious stone fruit but a lifted cutting edge of red apple and lemon meringue. It has a smooth, creamy, rich texture, and it’s the type of wine you find yourself gravitating to time after time. An impressive, generous full-flavoured Chardonnay likely to appeal to those who prefer a little bit of grunt in their white wines. Drink by: 2025™2030. Score: 93 (Ray Jordan, winepilot.com, July 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 10020 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand HÃHà HAWKE’S BAY CHARDONNAY 2024 Hawke’s Bay, North Island, sustainable INVIVO X, BY SARAH JESSICA PARKER BLEND 7 SAUVIGNON BLANC 2025 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable This has a grassy, lightly candied character with aromas of lemon drops, tarragon and citrus leaves. Light- to medium-bodied with zippy acidity, offering white-currant and citrus-blossom flavors throughout. Sustainable. Drink now. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, Oct. 7, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 14278 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 1 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand

MITOLO JESTER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021 McLaren Vale, South Australia

From source blocks in the Sellicks Hill district, just south of the Aldinga Airstrip. The locals call the area Whites Valley. Ocean breezes from the nearby Gulf St Vincent are a great help in tempering the fruit to deliver its best self to the bottle – Cabernet loves a nearby ocean. So there is good varietal character, crushed black berries and tobacco leaf to entice, liqueured fruit cake, dark chocolate, rich plum compote...all held together with neatly retained acidity to keep things juicy and lively in the palate. Varietal tannins arrive midway to keep the wine tight and focused. Definite regional/site expression gives this Cabernet a personal identity. Score: 92 (Tony Love, winepilot.com, Feb. 2025)

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STONEHAVEN STEPPING STONE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021 Limestone Coast, South Australia, vegan Stylish, engaging and concentrated, with well framed dark fruit, cassis, cedar, cigar box, sage, mint and chocolate. An amazing value that will drink through the early 2030s. [Cairns Show Wine Awards did not include a tasting note.] Score: 96 (Cairns Show Wine Awards, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 41309 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2

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LAWSON’S DRY HILLS RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, carbon zero, sustainable, vegan

THORNBURY WAIPARA PINOT GRIS 2024 Waipara Valley, South Island, sustainable

Elegant and enticing fragrances of white fleshed tropical fruits, juicy citrus and white peach. A fine layer of lees, a whisper of flinty stones and angelica leaf add complexity. A delicious wine on the palate, salivating and satin in texture, a backbone of flavours along with complexity and weight from barrel that reflect the bouquet wash over the palate. Well made, dry on the finish and lengthy. Best drinking from day of purchase through 2029. Outstanding. Score: 95 (Cameron Douglas, MS, camdouglasms.com, Feb. 21, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 47921 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand

Charming and inviting, the elegant bouquet shows Nashi pear, rockmelon, Gala apple, and floral aromas, leading to a silky palate that’s juicy and rounded. Beautifully styled and immediately appealing. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 90 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Feb. 2025) Light & Crisp 47918 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 1 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand

LOVEBLOCK ORGANIC PINOT GRIS 2023 Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, sustainable, vegan

TIKI SINGLE VINEYARD NORTH CANTERBURY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2025 North Canterbury, South Island, sustainable Upfront and immediately appealing on the nose with aromas of green rockmelon, feijoa, crisp apple, and lime zest. The palate displays juicy fruit intensity with saline texture and beautifully pitched acidity, making it splendidly flavoursome and highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2028. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit. co.nz, Oct. 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 19767 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand TOHU AWATERE VALLEY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Aromatic, pungent, varietal, fruity and very enticing with classic flavours of citrus and minerality, tropical fruits and white peach, then a classic Awatere minerality and saline mouthfeel. Dry, taut, youthful and salivating with a topline of acidity then flavours that repeat. Length and gently herbaceous finish, best drinking from 2024 through 2029. Excellent. Score: 94 (Cameron Douglas, MS, camdouglasms. com, Nov. 1, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 536177 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand

White peaches, chamomile and stony minerality on the nose. The medium- to full-bodied palate is nuanced, detailed and perfectly balanced, with subtly integrated fruit that never overwhelms. Dry and harmonious. Drink now. Score: 91 (Jacobo Garcia-Andrade Llamas, jamessuckling.com, March 9, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 47914 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 1 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand 4 Organic product

RABBIT RANCH SUR LIE CHARDONNAY 2023 Central Otago, South Island, vegan Light-mid yellow colour; pleasant nutty, malt biscuit aromas, a trace of cucumber, palate bright and fresh with attractive savoury flavours coupled with bright lemon/citrus and the finish is clean and refreshing and fades a bit early. Light, easy and more-ish. Drink date: 2025¤2029. Score: 89 (Huon Hooke, therealreview.com, Sept. 22, 2025) Light & Crisp 48077 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand

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NEW ZEALAND “ RED WINE

TOI TOI CLUTHA PINOT NOIR 2023 Central Otago, South Island, sustainable Wonderfully fruited and enticing, the wine shows dark plum, sweet cherry, thyme, mushroom and toasted nut aromas on the nose. The palate delivers succulent fruit intensity with fleshy texture and fine-grained tannins, making it splendidly structured and persistent. At its best: now to 2030. Score: 94 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2024) $27.95 2 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand Medium-bodied & Fruity 12607 (XD) 750 ml

KONO SOUTH ISLAND PINOT NOIR 2022 South Island, sustainable Matured in French oak, this finely integrated, elegant Pinot Noir brings layers of red berry and spice, with hints of wild thyme. Persistent, balanced finish. [Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Sakura Japan Women’s Wine Awards, 2024) $22.95 1 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand Medium-bodied & Fruity 19623 (XD) 750 ml CRAGGY RANGE TE KAHU GIMBLETT GRAVELS SINGLE VINEYARD RED BLEND 2022 Gimblett Gravels, Hawke’s Bay, North Island This may be Merlot-dominant, but the two Cab varieties make their mark via savory herbs and spice, graphite and toasted dark chocolate. There’s plenty of appealing dark cherry and blackberry fruit notes here, too. A lovely lift of acidity, fine, savory tannins, violets and and tangy blue and blackberry fruit linger to a long finish. Elegant, expressive, well made and a bargain for the quality. Editors’ Choice. Score: 94 (Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast , May 1, 2025) $32.95 2 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand Medium-bodied & Fruity 493023 (XD) 750 ml

SOUTH AFRICA “ WHITE WINE RADFORD DALE VINUM CHENIN BLANC 2023 WO Stellenbosch, vegan Grapes from the same Lynedoch vineyard planted in 1969 that supplies Radford Dale’s top-end Renaissance bottling. 40% matured in foudre, the rest in a combination of 228-, 300- and 500-litre barrels. Citrus, peach and just the right amount of leesy, waxy complexity on the nose. Great fruit concentration, punchy acidity and pithy, slightly bitter finish. Old-vine Chenin treated with the lightest of hands to great effect. Score: 94 (Christian Eedes, winemag.co.za, Sept. 17, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 13338 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

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PADDY BORTHWICK PAPER ROAD PINOT NOIR 2023 Wairarapa, North Island

MULDERBOSCH FAITHFUL HOUND 2023 WO Stellenbosch Blueberry and chocolate-orange aromas follow through to a medium- to full-bodied palate with medium-chewy tannins. Juicy fruit. A blend of 44% cabernet sauvignon, 26% merlot, 15% cabernet franc, 11% petit verdot and 4% malbec. Drink in 2026 [through 2030+]. Score: 90 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, Oct. 13, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 922443 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 2

Sweetly ripe and inviting, the bouquet shows dark cherry, plum, olive, and warm spice aromas. The palate displays juicy fruit intensity with supple texture and well-balanced tannins, making it beautifully harmonious with a lingering, tasty finish. At its best: now to 2028. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, May 2025) $24.95 2 Featured in Wine Wonders of New Zealand Medium-bodied & Fruity 179770 (XD) 750 ml

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SOUTH AFRICA ˜ ROSÉ WINE

LOIRE DOMAINE REVERDY BERNARD & FILS SANCERRE 2024 AOC Sourced from vines grown in Kimmeridgian marl and Portland limestone, this is a juicy, sour-edged wine showing notes of sweetgrass, asparagus, pear and green apple, with a saline mineral character and laser-beam acidity. Savour with herbed chicken, green salads or aged goat cheeses. Aromatic & Flavourful 200055 (XD) 750 ml $40.95 2

LUBANZI CINSAULT ROSÉ 2025 WO Swartland, climate neutral, fair trade

This Cinsault Rosé is sourced from 38-year-old dry-farmed bush vines and is whole-bunch pressed and fermented using wild yeasts. Buoyant, fresh and vibrant with lifted floral tones, berry, strawberry and mineral, this is a rosé to enjoy year round with any fare. Easygoing & Fruity 49070 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 1

FRANCE ˜ WHITE WINE BORDEAUX

MAISON COUILLAUD RÉSERVE DU CHIRON MUSCADET SÈVRE ET MAINE SUR LIE 2024 AOC Made from 100% Melon de Bourgogne, this elegant wine is perfect for spring and summer, with pretty notes of apricot and melon, vibrant acidity, and a lovely texture. Pair it with seafood or grilled veggies. [Concours Mondial des Féminalise did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Concours Mondial des Féminalise Paris, 2025) Light & Crisp 413757 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 1

CHÂTEAU ROQUEFORT LES ROCHES BLANCHES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 AOC Bordeaux (Famille Bellanger) Grapefruit zest, fennel, lime and austere stone aromas. The palate shows a combination of subtle concentration, refreshing acidity and nerviness in the finish that is very appealing. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. Score: 90 (Jacobo Garcia Andrade Llamas, jamessuckling.com, Nov. 28, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 35860 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 1 4 Organic product

RHÔNE CHÂTEAU DE NAGES HÉRITAGE BLANC COSTIÈRES DE NÎMES 2023 AOC

BURGUNDY CHARTRON ET TRÉBUCHET POUILLY FUISSÉ 2023 AOP

Coming from more pebbly soils in the northern part of the appellation ... Crushed citrus, honeyed pear, flowers, and orange blossom notes all define the aromatics, and this beauty keeps a fresh, vibrant, focused style on the palate, with a terrific sense of freshness as well as a salty sense of minerality on the finish. Score: 92 (jebdunnuck.com, Feb. 21, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 48332 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 4 Organic product

This wine comes from vines planted in Jurassic era clay and limestone soils. These fossil-rich soils encourage wines of exquisite minerality and elegance. This Pouilly-Fuissé is rich and linear, with bright lemon citrus, apple, and tropical fruit tones. Enjoy with grilled salmon or a creamy chicken dish. Full-bodied & Rich 10489 (XD) 750 ml $47.95 2

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FRANCE Ÿ RED WINE BORDEAUX CHÂTEAU LAFOND CANON FRONSAC 2016 AOC, second wine of Ch. Mazeris

BEAUJOLAIS LAURENT PERRACHON VIEILLES VIGNES FLEURIE 2023 AOC

Earthy black cherry and bruised red cherry aromas fill the nose followed by late-summer grass frond. The palate boasts juicy fruit that bursts into relaxed, hoodie-jumpered red cherry. Forest floor elements make this wine an ideal accompaniment with savory dishes. Editors’ Choice. Score: 93 (Reggie Solomon, Wine Enthusiast , April 1, 2025) Light-bodied & Fruity 41331 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 1

A dense and layered red with dark-berry and chocolate-powder character. Medium to full body, round and juicy tannins and a medium finish. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, Feb. 3, 2019)

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BURGUNDY DOMAINE DU BEAUREGARD CUVÉE ORIGINE BOURGOGNE PINOT NOIR 2023 AOC

CHÂTEAU PLAISANCE BORDEAUX SUPÉRIEUR 2019 AOC

... There is good lift on the nose with heightened peony florality, raspberry, fresh cedar and basil. It is medium-full bodied, fairly plush and dense yet nicely structured, with quite gritty somewhat green and bitter tannin. Give it three years; should last beyond 2030. The length is excellent. Tasted April 2023. Score: 91 (David Lawrason, winealign.com)

(Translated from the French): The Cuvée Origine Red Burgundy 2023 displays intense aromas (redcurrant, blackberry), a hint of spice and savoury tannins. All at once fleshy and hedonistic, it shows typicity and is full of nuances on the palate. Score: 90 ( Guide Dussert-Gerber des vins de France , 2026)

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MIDI CHÂTEAU SAINT ROCH CHIMÈRES CÔTES DU ROUSSILLON VILLAGES 2022 AOP (Jean-Marc Lafage) 70% Syrah, 20% Grenache, 10% Carignan. Intoxicating black olive and balsamic savoury notes fuse effortlessly with the shiny dark cherry fruit. All-encompassing and bold with sturdy tannins and a chalky texture. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 119354 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

DOMAINE DES GOURDINS SAINT ÉMILION 2020 AOC

Aromas of currants, blackberries and blueberries with some chocolate and hazelnut. Full-bodied with a solid core of fruit and plush, velvety tannins. 68% merlot and 32% cabernet franc. Drink after 2026. Score: 94 (James Suckling, jamessuckling. com, Dec. 6, 2022) Full-bodied & Smooth 47074 (XD) 750 ml $37.95 3

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