Vintages New Release Collection – August 2, 2025

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NOVA SCOTIA BENJAMIN BRIDGE WILD ROCK WHITE 2024 6 Nova Scotia

LAKEVIEW SYRAH 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

From a long-standing, well-respected name in Ontario winemaking, this Syrah is ripe and rich, with blackberry, redcurrant, plum, chocolate, black pepper, and an underlying earthiness. Pair with barbecued ribs, lamb burgers, or crostini topped with smoked Gouda and red-pepper jelly. Medium-bodied & Fruity 49999 (XD) 750 ml $40.00 2

This is an eclectic unoaked blend of 40% Ortega and 20% l’Acadie Blanc along with 10% apiece of Chardonnay, Geisenheim, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc. Delightfully perfumed, it evokes tangerine, lime, pear tart and sweetgrass with a touch of coastal sea breeze. A great choice for those who enjoy the refreshing flavours of Sauvignon Blanc. Aromatic & Flavourful 46338 (D) 750 ml $22.95 1 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts and Bringing Our Eh Game

CANADA – RED WINE ONTARIO COOPER’S HAWK TALON

MARYNISSEN HERITAGE COLLECTION PINOT NOIR 2021 6 VQA Four Mile Creek, Niagara-on-the-Lake A smooth, voluptuous Pinot Noir with seductive aromas of ripe cherry and berries. Mouth-watering and juicy. Pinot Noir food pairings: lamb chops from the grill, gourmet burgers, pork roast. Drink: 2024-2028. Score: 91 (nataliemaclean.com, Oct. 19, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 41092 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Bringing Our Eh Game

RED 2021 6 VQA Ontario

A ripe, fun Bordeaux blend featuring 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot. The complex, layered notes of raspberry, dark berry, cherry, cassis, nutmeg, black licorice, cinnamon, cocoa and cigar make for a real treat. Lithe and fresh with grippy tannins, the 2021 is a wine that really overdelivers. There really is a lot to like here. Drink through 2027+. Medium-bodied & Fruity 426916 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 Featured in Local Talent HENRY OF PELHAM ESTATE THE SMITH & SMITH GAMAY 2023 6 VQA Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment, sustainable The soils of the Henry of Pelham estate vineyards are all located within the Short Hills Bench appel- lation. The area has south-facing slopes and is one of Niagara’s warmest regions. Warm days and a diurnal shift of up to 13°C means that grapes can ripen fully while maintaining their acidity and freshness. This food-friendly Gamay has plenty of raspberry, blueberry, and pepper spice character. Savour it with grilled sausages. Medium-bodied & Fruity 19903 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2 Featured in Bringing Our Eh Game

ORGANIZED CRIME CABERNET FRANC 2019 6

VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment This elegant, wonderfully layered Cabernet Franc spent 16 months maturing in French oak and another full year in bottle before release. It features notes of black cherry, raspberry, oak spice, savoury herbs and licorice. Pair with brisket or barbecued lamb chops. Medium-bodied & Fruity 29048 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Bringing Our Eh Game

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