Vintages New Release Collection – August 16, 2025

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

CANADA – ROSÉ WINE CONT’D ONTARIO STRATUS CABERNET FRANC ROSÉ 2024 6

LOS CLOP SUR MALBEC 2023 Mendoza Deep nose of blackberries, dark cherries and touches of cocoa powder, iodine and oyster-sauce savoriness. Full-bodied, ripe and juicy on the palate, with a mass of dusty tannins. Flavorful and fruit- expressive finish. Drink now or hold [to 2028+]. Score: 92 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, April 26, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 42759 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, sustainable, vegan Cabernet Franc makes dynamic rosés, lending itself perfectly to the task and creating evocative, complex wines that are great fun and great with food. This one has lifted notes that suggest a range of flowers but especially roses, with watermelon, citrus, apple and savoury herbal tones on the palate. It will work with salmon, pork chops, mushroom burgers and pizza. Inviting and easy to like. Medium-bodied & Dry 43598 (XD) 750 ml $32.20 1 Online & Flagship Exclusive

ARGENTINA – WHITE WINE

CRIOS CHARDONNAY 2024 Valle de Uco, Mendoza (Susana Balbo)

MAGNOLIA NEGRA RESERVE MALBEC 2023 Mendoza Garnet red colour with violet hints. The nose initially shows aroma of ageing like vanilla, coconut and white chocolate. In the background, notes of ripe black fruit are perceived. In the mouth it has a firm structure and a juicy finish. Very gastronomic. Score: Gold (gilbertgaillard.com, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 42764 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2

A fresh, crisp and textured chardonnay despite its simplicity. The high-toned freshness is the key, and it’s all about purity. Notes of green apples, limes and minerals, with a medium body and a light, mouth- watering finish. A good value for the money. Drink now. Score: 91 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Oct. 2, 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 243196 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 1 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

CHILE – WHITE WINE

MAYU SAUVIGNON BLANC 2023 DO Valle de Elqui

ARGENTINA – RED WINE

FINCA EL ORIGEN RESERVA MALBEC 2022 Valle de Uco, Mendoza, vegan

A bright, lively wine that’s very understandable and characterful. Lots of citrus, tropical fruit tones, mango and peach, with grassy herbal notes rounding things out. Eminently pleasing and fun. Pair with grilled seafood. Awarded Regional Class Champion at Rodeo Uncorked! [Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 44277 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

A deeply colored malbec with dark plums, cherry blossom, lavender and pink peppercorns on the nose. Creamy and fruit-forward with sweet berry and floral notes, wrapped up in ripe tannins and a full body. Vegan. Drink now. Score: 91 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 28, 2023) Full-bodied & Firm 65664 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

42 VINTAGES SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2025