Vintages New Release Collection – August 16, 2025

wines

of the month

A zippy white and a rich red

CLARK ESTATE RIVERSIDE TERRACE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2023 Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, sustainable 41796 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 1 Wonderfully fruited and immediately appealing, the wine shows green apple, rockmelon, mango and lemon peel aromas, followed by an intensely flavoursome palate displaying excellent vibrancy and persistency. At its best: now to 2026. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Feb. 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful New at Vintages Late arrival. Product may not be available at release time. CASTELLANI RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2019 DOCG, Tuscany, Italy 86298 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2 A very fine and distinguished example of Riserva Chianti Classico, with notions of cherry and leather coupled with hints of oregano and spice. Perfect for pasta in tomato sauce, or with the cheese course. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 94 (lucamaroni.com, July 24, 2024)

Medium-bodied & Fruity