Vintages New Release Collection – August 30, 2025

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wines

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Silky, complex and evocative

NUITON-BEAUNOY BOURGOGNE PINOT NOIR 2023 AOC, Burgundy, France, sustainable 556456 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Sourced from 20-year-old vines planted in clay and limestone, this wine offers up sharply defined red cherry, redcurrant, blackberry, blackcurrant, and savoury herbs, with an evocative but delicate smoke note. Quite fine, silky and structured, it’s perfect for grilled duck breast. Drink through 2028. MONTES ALPHA SPECIAL CUVÉE CARMENÈRE 2022 DO Valle de Colchagua, Chile 42098 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 A very ripe, delicious carmenere that shows lots of paprika, blackberries, tobacco ashes, tapenade, subtle dark chocolate and graphite. Super silky and opulent on the palate with melted tannins that extend to a lengthy finish. Lots of pleasure here. Hedonistic but never over the top. Carmenere with 5% merlot and 5% cabernet franc. All from Marchigue. Drink or hold. Score: 95 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 12, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity

Full-bodied & Smooth Featured in Big Scores New at Vintages

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Tasting Notes / page 30 Shopping List / page 45 The $18 Solution / page 47 More Ontario to Love / page 48 Savings & Bonus Points / page 50

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

ESSENTIALS COLLECTION

MAKE IT A VINTAGES SUMMER

Chilling at the cottage on the long weekend? With cottage-country LCBO stores stocked with dozens of wines from our Essentials Collection, pairings for every summery meal will be a cinch. To make it even easier for you to find the right wine, we’ve broken down the selection into easy-to-navigate categories: customer favourites; wines under $20, $30 and $50; local wines; and wines on sale or with bonus Aeroplan points. Visit LCBO.com/vintages-summer. Shop from your cottage store’s inventory, then choose Same-Day Pickup at checkout and your order will be packed and ready to pick up in 2 hours.

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IN STORES NOW

DRINK PINK

Pro tip: Despite their lighthearted look, food-friendly rosés are year-round wines, so consider socking some of these away for Thanksgiving and beyond.

Fall may be just around the corner according to the calendar, but there are still weeks of warm weather left and that means plenty of time to enjoy that quintessential summer sip – versatile, refreshing rosé. Any of the fine options from this release will make your alfresco gatherings extra vibrant.

CREW CABERNET SAUVIGNON ROSÉ SPARKLING 2023 6 VQA Ontario, tank method 46750 (D) 750 ml $26.95

TAWSE GROWERS BLEND ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario 45075 (D) 750 ml $18.95

VILLA AIX EN PROVENCE ROSÉ 2024 AOP Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, France 668426 (XD) 750 ml $19.95

VAL SOLEU ORGANIC ROSÉ 2024 IGP Drôme, Rhône, France 37664 (XD) 750 ml $15.95

CHÂTEAU VAL-JOANIS ROSÉ 2024 AOP Luberon, Rhône, France 707281 (XD) 750 ml $19.95

DOMAINE MABY LA FORCADIÈRE TAVEL ROSÉ 2024 AOP, Rhône, France 701318 (XD) 750 ml $23.95

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 31 TO 39.

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Wine appreciation is subjective, but as with anything, a glowing recom mendation from a trusted source goes a long way. Here, you’ll find wines with impressive accolades from top experts, tips for navigating the world of wine scores, and the scoop on some of the sources we cite most often. Meet 19 winning wines and explore our primer on ratings and reviews. SCORES BIG

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MAKING A POINT

Not every wine critic rates wines out of 100 points, but these days, quite a lot of them do. The 100-point system was popularized in the 1980s by wine critic Robert Parker Jr. in his publication The Wine Advocate and assigns each wine a score ranging from 50 to 100 points based on its overall quality and character as determined by a tasting evaluation. According to Parker’s rating system, a wine scoring 50-59 points is deemed unacceptable; 60-69 indicates a wine of below-average quality; 70-79 points, average quality; 80-89 points, above average to very good; 90-95 points, outstanding; and 96-100 points denotes a wine of extraordinary quality.

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97 Decanter World Wine Awards

93 wineorbit.co.nz

ARGENTO FINCA AGRELO SINGLE VINEYARD ORGANIC MALBEC 2020 Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina, sustainable, vegan 100% Malbec. Inviting, with an opulent, smoky nose layered with toast, cedar, black fruit and just the hint of sleek oak. The palate is braced with a lively acidity, a note of black tea and beautiful, textured supple tannins. Score: 97 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2022) Full-bodied & Smooth 31961 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 4 Organic product

THE LANE VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2023 Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Beautifully fruited and elegantly expressed, the wine shows ripe stone fruit, rockmelon, subtle vanilla and cashew aromas, followed by a delightfully flowing palate that’s succulent and supple. Well rounded and structured with a lingering silky finish. At its best: now to 2029. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, March 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 429233 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

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90 National Wine Awards of Canada

MISSION HILL RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2021 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia Fruit from this wine came from Black Sage Bench (37%), Osoyoos East (34%), Naramata Ranch (15%), Golden Mile (12%) and Oliver West (2%). Fermented and aged mainly in oak with a splash in concrete, it’s ripe and refined, with juicy tree fruit and a velvety texture. [National Wine Awards of Canada did not include a tasting note.] Score: 90 (National Wine Awards

of Canada, 2023) Full-bodied & Rich 545004 $27.95 2 4 Organic product

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95 jamessuckling.com

94 International Wine Challenge

PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE Remember that in addition to the reviews we publish, the LCBO staffs its stores with expert Product Consultants who offer a wealth of knowledge and are ready to help. Besides being well versed in global wine trends, wine history and food pairing, Product Consultants taste many of the wines themselves and can give first-hand advice.

MONTES ALPHA SPECIAL CUVÉE CARMENÈRE 2022 DO Valle de Colchagua, Chile A very ripe, delicious carmenere that shows lots of paprika, blackberries, tobacco ashes, tapenade, subtle dark chocolate and graphite. Super silky and opulent on the palate with melted tannins that extend to a lengthy finish. Lots of pleasure here. Hedonistic but never over the top. Carmenere with 5% merlot and 5% cabernet franc. All from Marchigue. Drink or hold. Score: 95 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 12, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 42098 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month New at Vintages

LAKEVIEW SPARKLING BRUT 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, traditional method Classic apple and pear on the nose with hints of stem ginger and redcurrants. Well balanced with gentle mousse. Score: 94 (International Wine Challenge, 2025) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 46774 (D) 750 ml $34.95 2 New at Vintages

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95 Decanter World Wine Awards

CHÂTEAU LA ROSE DE VITRAC 2022 AOC Bordeaux, France 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Crammed with energetic cassis, cherry and blueberry fruit which sparkle alongside the plush, graphite-infused tannins and muscular structure. Poised and fresh with a silky mocha finish. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 43908 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 New at Vintages

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95 Decanter World Wine Awards

CHÂTEAU DE LA CHAPELLE 2020 AOC Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, France, sustainable (Famille Luc Schweitzer, Maison Ginestet) 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. Spicy nose displaying sweet aromas of dark plums, chocolate and attractive hints of floral notes. Warm and deep on the palate, showing a firm tannic structure. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2022) Medium-bodied & Fruity 25385 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2

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A REVIEW OF THE REVIEWERS

Decanter / Founded in 1975 as a print magazine, which today reaches 90 countries. An online magazine was added in 1999. Their annual competi tion, the Decanter World Wine Awards, is the largest in the world.

Jamessuckling.com / Launched in 2010 by James Suckling, whose career as a wine critic spans over 45 years. The site now has a team of 25 reviewers worldwide.

Robertparker.com / Named for Robert Parker Jr., who popularized the 100- point rating system for wine before retiring in 2019, this site carries on the legacy he began in 1978 with The Wine Advocate .

Vinous / Established in 2013 by wine critic Antonio Galloni, this online magazine features an international team of reviewers.

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95 Decanter World Wine Awards

YANNICK PREVOTEAU LA PERLE DES TREILLES BRUT CHAMPAGNE AOC, France 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay. Charismatic aromas of brioche, toast and breadcrust with a burnished yellow fruit core and nuances of citrus blossom; refreshing and potent with a moreish, harmonious finish. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2023) Rich & Complex 45451 (XD) 750 ml $75.95 2 New at Vintages

WineAlign / Founded in 2008, this online resource features a portfolio of Canadian wine critics who review wines from all over the world. Their annual Canadian wine competition, the National Wine Awards of Canada, is the largest in the country.

Wine Enthusiast / Starting as a wine magazine in 1988, this publication added a website in 2015 and a podcast in 2016.

Wine Spectator / First published as a print magazine in 1976, it added a website in 1996. It established an international restaurant awards program in 1981, and its annual Top 100 Wines listing in 1988.

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94 robertparker.com

XAVIER ARCANE XIX LE SOLEIL CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2015 AOP, Rhône, France

... full bodied but not overblown, with a sensationally seductive mouthfeel. Black cherries define the fruit, joined by hints of dark chocolate and enough garrigue to give it a seriously savory character despite the fruit. This is an old- vine blend of 80% Grenache with 10% each Syrah and Mourvèdre, aged 15 months in one-third new oak, the rest in concrete or foudre. Maybe the best Côte du Rhône Villages I’ve ever tasted, it looks to have the stuffing to go another 10 years. Drink date: 2017-2027. Score: 94 (Joe Czerwinski, robert parker.com, Oct. 31, 2017) Full-bodied & Smooth 609438 (XD) 750 ml $39.95 2

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93 decanter.com

97 lucamaroni.com

OENOPS APLA DRY RED BLEND 2022 PGI Drama, Greece Strawberries, raspberries, raw mushrooms and lemon leaves on the nose. It’s medium- bodied, crunchy and bright, with tasty berry fruit and lightly grippy tannins. Score: 92 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, Nov. 13, 2023) Medium-bodied & Fruity 27480 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 New at Vintages

DOMAINE BENEDETTI CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2020 AOC, Rhône, France

CASEL FARNETO CIMARÈ PICENO ROSSO 2023 DOC, Marche, Italy, sustainable A blend of 50% Montepulciano, 35%

... Provençal herbs and bay leaf aromas to the blackberry fruit ... fluid and juicy, with fresh acidity ... Finishes on a savoury note. From lieux-dits La Crau (sand and galets roulés), Le Pradel (red clay) and Les Saintes Vierges (sand). Fermented in concrete with natural yeasts, aged in oak barrels of various sizes (including 20% new oak barriques) and concrete vats. Score: 93 (Matt Walls, decanter.com, Sept. 30, 2021) Full-bodied & Smooth 43585 (XD) 750 ml $63.95 2 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Elegant, modern and evocative, it opens with aromas of fresh flowers and ripe red fruit. The palate is spicy and harmonious, with vanilla notes and impeccable structure. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 97 (lucamaroni.com, July 10, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 44244 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2 New at Vintages

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94 winespectator.com

95 winespectator.com

ROCCA DI CASTAGNOLI RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2020 DOCG, Tuscany, Italy Offering an alluring combination of ripe cherry, raspberry and currant fruit, Tuscan scrub and iron, this red is succulent and elegant, its supple texture offset by lightly chewy tannins. Shows excellent balance and length. Best from 2026 through 2043. Score: 94 (Bruce Sanderson, winespectator.com, Oct. 31, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 44250 (XD) 750 ml $36.95 3 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

CASALE DEL BOSCO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2019 DOCG, Tuscany, Italy This opulent red is infused with cherry, strawberry and stony mineral notes. A leafy eucalyptus hint emerges, as do the dense yet well-mannered tannins providing support. Balanced and long on the lively finish. Best from 2027 through 2042. Score: 95 (Bruce Sanderson, winespectator.com, April 15, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 438572 (XD) 750 ml $49.95 3

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TASTE THESE WINES

On Saturdays between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. at the tasting bar in 100+ LCBO stores, you can sample up to four wines from this feature selected by our in-store Product Consultants. Visit LCBO.com and scroll down to “LCBO Events” for details and store locations.

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94 jamessuckling.com

93 wineorbit.co.nz

95 Decanter World Wine Awards

MICHELE CASTELLANI CINQUE STELLE AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2020 DOCG, Collezione Ca’ del Pipa, Veneto, Italy A little reticent on the nose for the moment, but immediately expansive on the palate, showing dried red berries and flowers, together with toasted Indian spice and a light toffee note. Full-bodied with a compact palate of fruit and spice that envelops the fine-grained tannins, turning more and more savory as the long finish progresses. This is tightly packed and needs a bit of time to unravel and show the full extent of its complexity. It’s tempting to drink now, but better to wait a couple of years. Score: 94 (jamessuckling.com, March 12, 2023) Full-bodied & Smooth 75127 (D) 750 ml $55.95 2

MOUNT RILEY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, sustainable This is fabulously aromatic on the nose, showing Gala apple, feijoa, green rockmelon and lime zest aromas. The palate is equally appealing with vibrant fruit flavours, displaying fine texture and juicy acidity. Upfront and intensely flavoursome, making it highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, July 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 981670 (XD) 750 ml $18.00 2 As seen in Food & Drink magazine

ADEGA COOPERATIVA DE VIDIGUEIRA ALICANTE BOUSCHET 2022 DOC Alentejo, Portugal 100% Alicante Bouschet. Packed with gutsy ripe cassis and Mediterranean herbs, exuding marvellous typicity and flair. Full and rounded with peppery grape skin tannins and a graphite-infused length. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 45323 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 New at Vintages

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95 Decanter World Wine Awards

SAN ALEJANDRO EVODIA GARNACHA 2022 Spain, sustainable, vegan 100% Garnacha. A Garnacha showcase: over-spilling with wild strawberries and red plums which glisten and gleam over the succu lent palate, with smooth, supple tannins and an appetising length. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 23914 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2

YOU BE THE JUDGE

The best wine is the one you like best. So, when you find a wine that really speaks to you, spread the word by posting your own review at LCBO.com. Simply search the product name, click on the bottle image, then click on “write a review” to leave your rating and comments. The reviews you see there are from wine newbies, professional chefs, certified sommeliers and everyone in between.

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IN SCORING POSITION

Not every wine will have a critical review or rating. In fact, within this very publication you’ll find many wines without scores. Of course, that doesn’t mean a wine is of lower quality. Often what it means is that a wine is newly released and hasn’t been reviewed yet, or it comes from a new or small boutique producer. Either way, we’ve got you covered: our in-house product experts bring you the most relevant info based on our own tastings, QA lab tests and industry insights, all to help you find the perfect wine to suit your taste.

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96 decanter.com

PALACIOS REMONDO LA MONTESA 2021 DOCa Rioja, Spain

This vintage, 50% stems included. Sumptuously aromatic of plump cherries, leading into equally suc culent fruits on the palate. Fresh acidity arrives lightly, and then grows leading to a long taut finish, with the slightest echo of oak. Very young now, it will give much pleasure as it matures. Drinking window: 2024-2030. Score: 96 (Sarah Jane Evans, MW, decanter.

com, May 11, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 44408 $26.95 2 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

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SAKE SAMPLER Made using a centuries-old technique, sake is an artful sip worth savouring.

It all starts with high-quality rice.

The practice of fermenting rice to create an alcoholic beverage began in China more than 7,000 years ago and appeared in Japan about 2,500 years ago. Initially, sake was enjoyed solely by Japan’s ruling classes and religious leaders. Between the 12th and14th centuries, rigorous experimentation and refinement of the production process developed what is essentially the uniquely Japanese style we’re familiar with today. This period also saw an increase in the amount of sake produced, making some styles available to the entire population, though it was typically served only on special occasions. Sake production is a painstaking affair. First, rice grains are milled/polished to remove their hard outer layers. Then the milled rice undergoes a special process whereby it simultaneously brews like beer and ferments like wine. Spirit (brewer’s alcohol) may be added to fortify the sake before it’s diluted with water. Water is a critical component to a sake’s quality, and many breweries are situated on or near springs that give their products a unique stamp. Of the many innovations in sake, the recent emergence of sparkling sake has been one of the most exciting. The drive to improve quality has continued unabated and includes the development of new types of yeast and rice and an eagerness to adopt new technologies. Today, Japan has around 1,400 breweries operating in 47 prefectures.

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SAKE STYLES

Sake’s quality tiers are determined by the rice-polishing ratio. The lower the number, the more premium the sake.

Junmai – Honjozo

70% or less remaining

60% or less remaining

Ginjo

50% or less remaining

Daiginjo

JUNMAI sakes have a rice-polishing ratio of 70%, meaning 30% of the rice has been milled away. “Junmai” also indicates that no alcohol has been added. HONJOZO are polished to 70% or less but are a step up in quality from Junmai as they’re more fragrant and elegant; a refinement achieved via the addition of small amounts of alcohol. GINJO are polished to 60% or less. These are aromatic, complex, premium sakes. DAIGINJO are ultra-premium sakes with a polishing ratio of 50%. Alcohol is added to enhance the aromatic qualities. SPARKLING SAKE is produced by adding CO 2 to fully fermented sake or, like Champagne, an in-bottle second fermentation can be triggered. A third method, kassei nigori , sees the juice bottled with live yeast and the primary fermentation taking place in the bottle. Sparkling sake is refreshing, food- friendly, and typically lower in alcohol than traditional sake.

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NANBU BIJIN GINJO SAKE Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan

This subtle, lithe sake adds a small amount of alcohol during the final phases of fermentation to enhance the aromas and flavours. Pair it with grilled salmon. 26396 (M) 720 ml $29.95 1 New at Vintages

DEWAZAKURA DEWASANSAN JUNMAI GINJO SAKE Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

This sake was first produced in 1996 and is brewed from the local Dewasansan rice, which was itself developed in the early ’90s. A refreshing sake, with lavender, tart green apple and a velvety texture. Chill and pair with seafood. 23874 (M) 300 ml $12.95 1

LCBO carries a wide assortment of sakes including zesty sparkling and tantalizing fruit sakes, as well as every classic style from Nigori to Junmai Daiginjo. Stop by your local store or check out LCBO.com to shop.

MIO SPARKLING SAKE Kyoto, Japan (Takara Sake)

This sparkling sake has a refined, smooth mousse, with aromas and flavours of elder flower, grape, lychee, strawberry milk, pear and apple. It’s airy, fresh and lively, with wonderful balance and acidity. 388553 (S) 300 ml $15.95 1 A Vintages Essential

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 30.

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LOCAL TALENT OFF THE BEATEN PATH Even beyond the well-established regions, Ontario’s wine scene offers so much to appreciate and explore. Join us as we foray into our lesser-known local wine country and discover the dynamic producers and wines emerging there.

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LOCAL TALENT

Nestled among the forested moraines, golf greens, ski resorts and spa retreats of the Hockley Valley in south-central Ontario is Adamo Estate Winery : a small boutique operation with vineyards planted to classic vinifera and hybrid grape varieties. Rounding out their portfolio of limited-run wines from estate vineyards are the Bistro series wines made with fruit from Niagara growers. The Bistro Red is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot along with splashes of Malbec and Petit Verdot, with 20% of the wine matured for 10 months in French oak.

In the heart of Norfolk County near the shores of Lake Erie in southwestern Ontario, you’ll find Burning Kiln Winery : a family-owned affair on the site of a former tobacco farm that uses repurposed tobacco kilns in the production of its wines. The Cureman’s Chardonnay is made with hand-sorted, whole-cluster fruit grown on two vineyards that border Lake Erie. After vinification and ageing for nine months in French oak, the wine is bottled without any malolactic conversion for maximum zip and vibrancy.

A short 20-minute drive south of popular beach destination Grand Bend brings you to Shale Ridge Estate Winery & Cidery . Founded by third-generation farmers, it’s located on the shores of Lake Huron in southwestern Ontario. As the name suggests, they craft premium wines and ciders using fruit grown on their estate or neighbouring farms. Their SR Cabernet Sauvignon is unoaked, keeping the focus on the character of the fruit.

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the finer

points

ADAMO BISTRO RED BLEND 2021 6 VQA Ontario

SHALE RIDGE SR CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 6 VQA Ontario Shale Ridge’s vineyard is planted with Riesling, Vidal Blanc, Marquette, Baco Noir and Merlot. Additional varieties that would not survive the harsh Lake Huron conditions are sourced from Niagara and vinified at the winery. Full-bodied & Smooth 46777 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 New at Vintages THE ROOST AT RED WING FRONTENAC 2024 6 VQA Ontario The Roost Wine Company was founded in 2017 and is an exciting producer in the Georgian Bay area’s Blue Mountains. When it comes to working with hybrid grapes, they’re considered among the very best producers anywhere in the world. Aromatic & Flavourful 46791 (D) 750 ml $24.95 2 New at Vintages

Adamo made its first vintage in 2015 from vines planted as far back as 2010. Their vineyard blocks feature Vidal, Riesling, Chardonnay, l’Acadie Blanc, Pinot Noir, Gamay Noir and more. Medium-bodied & Fruity 46783 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 New at Vintages BURNING KILN CUREMAN’S CHARD CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Ontario Situated in Norfolk, Burning Kiln planted their first vines in 2007 on the site of a former tobacco farm and they opened their doors to the public in 2011. Full-bodied & Rich 310243 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

Venturing into the Blue Mountains near the southern shores of Georgian Bay in south-central Ontario, you’ll reach the outer limits of cold-climate wine-growing at The Roost Wine Company . Crafted from sustainably farmed hybrid varieties Frontenac Blanc and Frontenac Gris, the winery’s popular Frontenac blend always sells out at their tasting room shop and is now available on LCBO shelves for the first time ever. The winery, which boasts idyllic indoor and outdoor spaces where visitors can sample the wines alongside cheese and char cuterie, is for sale (at press time). The owners are hopeful someone will continue its legacy.

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 32 TO 33.

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PRODUCT NOTES

SAKE

DEWAZAKURA DEWASANSAN JUNMAI GINJO SAKE Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

Dewazakura is the brewery credited with kicking off Japan’s “Ginjo boom” in the 1980s; an exciting period when the combination of mechanical polishing, new strains of sake yeast, and the emergence of a new type of brewing method produced modern, highly fragrant Ginjo sakes. This refreshing example has suggestions of flowers, lavender, and tart green apple, with a velvety texture. Chill and pair with sushi. 23874 (M) 300 ml $12.95 1 Featured in Sake Sampler

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.

MIO SPARKLING SAKE Kyoto, Japan (Takara Sake)

This sparkling sake has a refined, smooth mousse, with aromas and flavours of elderflower, grape, lychee, strawberry milk, pear and apple. It’s airy, fresh and lively, with wonderful balance and acidity. A real delight for those looking for lighter- alcohol options. 388553 (S) 300 ml $15.95 1 A Vintages Essential Featured in Sake Sampler

NANBU BIJIN GINJO SAKE Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan

Nanbu Bijin have been brewing sake for more than 120 years. Juicy, fresh and fragrant, this one is quite full-bodied in a sake context, but it retains a light- ness of character that makes it very approachable. Serve this food-friendly, versatile sake chilled and try it with seafood like grilled salmon. Don’t be afraid to experiment and pair it with your favourite dishes. 26396 (M) 720 ml $29.95 1 Featured in Sake Sampler

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LAKEVIEW SPARKLING BRUT 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, traditional method

MALIVOIRE GEWÜRZTRAMINER ICEWINE 2019 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario

Classic apple and pear on the nose with hints of stem ginger and redcurrants. Well balanced with gentle mousse. Score: 94 (International Wine Challenge, 2025) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 46774 (D) 750 ml $34.95 2 Featured in Big Scores

This mature icewine has evolved into a deep golden/bronze. It has generous, lavish nose of peach-papaya fruit, honey, candied ginger, spice and spearmint. Almost a maple syrup undertow as well. It is very full bodied/unctuous, very sweet, thick yet poised, satiny and sophisticated. There is some not unusual for icewine acetone, but not a detractor for me. This is a really magnificent wine. Tasted May 2025. Score: 96 (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Lusciously Sweet 542530 (S) 200 ml $39.95 1 CHAMPAGNE YANNICK PREVOTEAU LA PERLE DES TREILLES BRUT CHAMPAGNE AOC, France 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay. Charismatic aromas of brioche, toast and breadcrust with a burnished yellow fruit core and nuances of citrus blossom; refreshing and potent with a moreish, harmonious finish. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2023) Rich & Complex 45451 (XD) 750 ml $75.95 2 Featured in Big Scores

MARYNISSEN HERITAGE COLLECTION CHARMED SPARKLING 2021 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method A vibrant Niagara sparkling wine with notes of tropical fruit and light florals. This is a blend of Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Muscat and Vidal. Pair with seafood. Drink: [through] 2025. Score: 90 (nataliemaclean.com, May 25, 2024) Light & Fruity 25233 (D) 750 ml $17.95 1

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LABRUSCA LINI 910 LAMBRUSCO ROSSO SECCO DOP Reggiano, Italy, sustainable

CREW CABERNET SAUVIGNON ROSÉ SPARKLING 2023 6 VQA Ontario, tank method

This is a mouth-watering – and dry – red sparkling wine with complex, well-balanced, generous black fruit, cherry and dried herbs. A refreshing, lively, fun sipping wine that will pair well with hearty Italian fare or charcuterie. Light & Fruity 632208 (D) 750 ml $21.95 1

Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, this pretty pink fizz is vibrant and crisp with notions of melon and freshly picked summer berries. Sip with picnic

nibbles, brunch or fruit tarts. Medium-bodied & Flavourful 46750 (D) 750 ml

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FEATHERSTONE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 6

VQA Niagara Peninsula, sustainable, vegan 20% of the fruit was barrel fermented using neutral Canadian oak barrels. It has an enticing nose of grapefruit, peach, grassy/herbaceous notes, apple and just a hint of spice. There is lovely texture on the palate with rich and layered pear, peach, fresh apple, grapefruit, minty herbs, touch of spice and a vibrant finish. Score: 90 (Rick VanSickle & Peter Rod, winesinniagara.com, April 8, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 89011 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2

MICHELE CHIARLO NIVOLE MOSCATO D’ASTI 2024 DOCG, Piedmont, Italy

This wine has delicate suggestions of white flowers, melon, citrus, peach, pear, apricot and apple along- side bright acidity and a creamy, gentle mousse. A pretty, fun, sweet sparkler that will be a great late-summer-evening sipper or a sweet addition to brunch. Light & Fruity 942888 (S) 750 ml $20.95 1

CANADA – WHITE WINE ONTARIO BURNING KILN CUREMAN’S CHARD CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Ontario Made from fruit grown in vineyards that border Lake Erie, this Chardonnay is bright, fresh, and packed with citrus, mango, pineapple, mineral, hazelnut, and a delicately applied touch of oak. A versatile wine that will pair with grilled seafood, chicken, pork and grilled veggies. Full-bodied & Rich 310243 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

RED TRACTOR CHARDONNAY 2021 6 VQA St. David’s Bench, Niagara-on-the-Lake (Creekside) Proper, clean and crisp for the sort of chardonnay you pour to the uninitiated and explain what comes from Niagara. Dictionary entry for the Peninsula with some barrel touch, a faint candied apple feel, maturity and even a wisp of residual CO 2 . Fresh enough, chewy and buttery all at the same time. Drink 2025-2026. Tasted January 2025. Score: 88 (Michael Godel, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Rich 33492 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

DOMAINE QUEYLUS TRADITION CHARDONNAY 2021 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

REIF RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Niagara River, Niagara-on-the-Lake Sourced from Reif’s oldest block of estate Chardonnay vines (planted in 1981), this was fermented in stainless steel before maturing for nine months in new French oak. Rich and superbly elegant, it evokes juicy apple and stone fruit along with hazelnut and vanilla. Pair with salmon beurre blanc, buttery shellfish, grilled pork, or hazelnut- crusted chicken breast. Full-bodied & Rich 728022 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

Now maturing into pale gold, this is also showing classic tertiary notes of hazelnut, honey, toast and nutmeg, around very ripe peach-apricot fruit. It is medium bodied, quite glossy and rich with fine texture. Lovely balance. Flavours stay very well defined and show excellent length. Drink over the next two years. Winemaker Kelly Mason at work in a typical Niagara vintage. Tasted Feb. 2024. Score: 92 (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Rich 417774 (XD) 750 ml $33.70 2

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THE ROOST AT RED WING FRONTENAC 2024 6 VQA Ontario

REDTAIL ESTATE PINOT NOIR 2023 6 VQA Prince Edward County

Frontenac Blanc was developed in 2012 and has excellent resistance to cold and disease. It can produce dry, sweet and sparkling wines, as well as Icewine. Notable flavours include citrus, peach, green apple, pineapple, tropical fruit and mineral. Here, it’s blended with Frontenac Gris to make a truly unique wine. Fresh and dynamic, it’s great with seafood, grilled chicken and salads. Aromatic & Flavourful 46791 (D) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

Made from estate Prince Edward County fruit, this wine is delicate, silky and complex, with notions of ripe cherry, cranberry, red berry, rose petal, subtle baking spices, and mineral undertones. A lovely choice for turkey dinner or duck breast, it will impress through 2032. Medium-bodied & Fruity 46773 (XD) 750 ml $39.00 2

BRITISH COLUMBIA MISSION HILL RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2021 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley

Fruit from this wine came from Black Sage Bench (37%), Osoyoos East (34%), Naramata Ranch (15%), Golden Mile (12%) and Oliver West (2%). Fermented and aged mainly in oak with a splash in concrete, it’s ripe and refined, with juicy tree fruit and a velvety texture. [National Wine Awards of Canada did not include a tasting note.] Score: 90 (National Wine Awards of Canada, 2023) Full-bodied & Rich 545004 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2 Featured in Big Scores 4 Organic product

REDTAIL MERITAGE 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

This blend of 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc was aged in French oak for 24 months. It delivers complex layers of lively blackcurrant, mocha, espresso, leather, anise and clove, with hefty tannins providing formidable structure. Savour with rib-eye steak, lamb roast with rosemary, or grilled portobello mushrooms. Full-bodied & Firm 46809 (XD) 750 ml $29.00 2

CANADA – RED WINE ONTARIO ADAMO BISTRO RED BLEND 2021 6 VQA Ontario

SHALE RIDGE SR CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 6 VQA Ontario Shale Ridge was founded in 2019 in the emerging Lake Huron region. They grow Riesling, Vidal Blanc, Marquette, Baco Noir and Merlot, but they also source grapes from Niagara, which they then vinify and age at the winery. This floral wine was vinified in stainless steel and has bold red and dark fruit, herbs and earth. Pair it with roasted or grilled meats or veggies. Full-bodied & Smooth 46777 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

Adamo was founded in 2015 and is a leading voice in the emerging Central Ontario wine region. The Bistro was sourced from Niagara and is mostly Cabernet Franc, with some Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot. It’s youthful and ripe with generous, juicy red fruit, nice balance and structure, and a food-friendly acidity. Enjoy through 2026. Medium-bodied & Fruity 46783 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

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CANADA – ROSÉ WINE ONTARIO TAWSE GROWERS BLEND ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula A blend of estate and grower fruit sourced from Niagara vineyards, this wine is crafted from Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Gamay and Syrah. Nicely balanced, it exudes ripe red cherry, strawberry, watermelon and sage. Easygoing & Fruity 45075 (D) 750 ml $18.95 1

MARANTIQUA MALBEC 2024 Patagonia An herbal malbec with aromas of cranberries, cassis and exuberant spices. The palate is firm and angular, showing bright energy and lift. Drink now. Score: 93 (Jacobo Garcia-Andrade Llamas, james suckling.com, March 22, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 42751 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

CHILE – RED WINE

ARGENTINA – RED WINE ARGENTO FINCA AGRELO SINGLE VINEYARD ORGANIC MALBEC 2020 Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, sustainable, vegan 100% Malbec. Inviting, with an opulent, smoky nose layered with toast, cedar, black fruit and just the hint of sleek oak. The palate is braced with a lively acidity, a note of black tea and beautiful, textured supple tannins. Score: 97 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2022) Full-bodied & Smooth 31961 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 Featured in Big Scores 4 Organic product

ESCUDO ROJO GRAN RESERVA PINOT NOIR 2023 Valle de Casablanca, sustainable (Baron Philippe de Rothschild)

A new pinot noir with aromas of sliced strawberries, lemongrass, stems and roses that follow through to a medium body with firm tannins and acidity that gives freshness and bright character on the palate. Peaches, too. 30% whole bunch fermentation. Made from clone 777 and Concha y Toro clone (Davis). Excellent value. Attractive to drink now but will improve with age. Drink or hold [through 2028]. Score: 93 (jamessuckling.com, Feb. 9, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 44588 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2

MONTES ALPHA SPECIAL CUVÉE CARMENÈRE 2022 DO Valle de Colchagua

A very ripe, delicious carmenere that shows lots of paprika, blackberries, tobacco ashes, tapenade, subtle dark chocolate and graphite. Super silky and opulent on the palate with melted tannins that extend to a lengthy finish. Lots of pleasure here. Hedonistic but never over the top. Carmenere with 5% merlot and 5% cabernet franc. All from Marchigue. Drink or hold. Score: 95 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 12, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 42098 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month and in Big Scores

EL CIPRÉS MALBEC 2023 Mendoza

Aromas of ripe blueberries and blackberries with blue flowers, lavender and hints of licorice and crushed stone. Medium- to full-bodied with a silky texture and juicy acidity. Fresh and blue-fruited. Drink now or hold. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, Feb. 6, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 42736 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2

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NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE ASTROLABE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable A late-bloomer, this opens with lime blossom and citrus leaf before gaining more complexity on the palate. As the fruit expands across the palate, a balancing pithiness comes into play alongside tangy, fresh acidity and even a hint of salinity on the finish. Very well-judged and constructed, with lovely balance of herbaceousness with fruit and savouri ness. Drink date: 2024-2026. Score: 93 (Stephen Wong, MW, therealreview.com, Sept. 30, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 10421 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts

SAN PEDRO 1865 SELECTED VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 DO Valle del Maipo, Las Piedras San Pedro produces no fewer than a million liters of this red, an ocean literally made of cabernet sauvignon from the Alto Jahuel zone, along with 40% Linderos, all in the Maipo Valley. And the result is delicious – a cabernet with a great deal of varietal presence, very focused on the herbal notes and ripe red fruit. The tannins are firm and corpulent, and the acidity is juicy in a wine that delivers excellent value for money. Score: 93 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 37911 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

AUSTRALIA – WHITE WINE

THE LANE VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2023 Adelaide Hills, South Australia Beautifully fruited and elegantly expressed, the wine shows ripe stone fruit, rockmelon, subtle vanilla and cashew aromas, followed by a delight fully flowing palate that’s succulent and supple. Well rounded and structured with a lingering silky finish. At its best: now to 2029. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, March 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 429233 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 Featured in Big Scores

DASHWOOD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2023 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable A crisp and tangy white with sliced lemon and hints of grass. Light body. Dry at the end due to the acid intensity. Very Sancerre like. Drink and enjoy. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, Jan. 4, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 465989 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 1

AUSTRALIA – RED WINE

MOUNT RILEY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable This is fabulously aromatic on the nose, showing Gala apple, feijoa, green rockmelon and lime zest aromas. The palate is equally appealing with vibrant fruit flavours, displaying fine texture and juicy acidity. Upfront and intensely flavoursome, making it highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, July 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 981670 (XD) 750 ml $18.00 2 Featured in The $18 Solution and Big Scores

PIRRAMIMMA STOCK’S HILL GSM 2021 McLaren Vale, South Australia

It’s splendidly expressed on the nose, showing blackberry, vanilla, clove, aniseed, and roasted almond characters. The palate offers good weight and fleshy texture, beautifully framed by fine tannins, making it fabulously drinkable. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 92 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Dec. 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 41437 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2

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ASTROLABE MARLBOROUGH PINOT NOIR 2022 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Perfumed aromas of wild blackberries, dark cherries, violets and potpourri. The medium-bodied palate has fine tannins and bright acidity, giving notes of raspberries, wet bark and lead pencil. Nicely balanced with a savory edge. Drink or hold. Score: 94 (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 9, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 538918 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2

LAURENZ V. SINGING GRÜNER VELTLINER 2023 DAC Kamptal, sustainable

Presenting expressively vibrant white pomelo, honeydew melon, green apple, and greengage, evolving to dill, tarragon, zesty lime, and gooseberry. Finishes with elegantly lingering ... minerality and delicate marzipan nuances. Score: 92 (International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2024) Light & Crisp 87627 (XD) 750 ml $18.00 1 Featured in The $18 Solution

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NESTOR RIED WALDACKER GRÜNER VELTLINER 2024 Qualitätswein, sustainable

RUSTENBERG WILD FERMENT SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 WO Simonsberg-Stellenbosch

A pristine single-vineyard expression with plentiful white apple flesh, lime, herbs, subtle pepper spice, and a saline minerality. Pair this Grüner with mixed salads, honey-glazed carrots or grilled sausages. For something different, try it with poutine. Drink through 2027. Light & Crisp 33858 (XD) 750 ml $25.95 2

This barrel-fermented Savvy is made from fruit grown at some of the highest-altitude vineyards in the Stellenbosch, situated in the foothills of Simonsberg Mountain. It offers gooseberry, white peach and pineapple notes and a nice, round mouthfeel and will drink well through 2030 and potentially beyond. Aromatic & Flavourful 45167 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2

FRANCE – WHITE WINE ALSACE DOMAINE DU BOLLENBERG TRADITION CLOS STE APOLLINE SYLVANER 2021 AOC Alsace

SOUTH AFRICA – RED WINE

LA MOTTE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 WO Stellenbosch, vegan Vibrant red fruits with a hint of blueberries on the nose. Savoury, meaty and spicy on the palate; a big mouthfeel enhanced by fine tannins and good acidity. Score: 90 (International Wine & Spirit

Sylvaner (Silvaner in its native Germany) develops a relatively full-bodied character in Alsace. This wine comes from old vines grown in the clay, limestone and chalk soils of the Bollenberg Vineyard, which is renowned for producing wines with impressive aromatics and drive. Expect tangy citrus, some savoury undertones, and an undeniable minerality. A great match for charcuterie, tofu dishes or salads. Aromatic & Flavourful 42730 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

Competition, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 21155

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SAVOIE DOMAINE L’IDYLLE SYLVAIN TIOLLIER VIN DE SAVOIE JACQUÈRE 2023 AOC Mountainous and visually stunning, Savoie is unquestionably a cool-climate region and favours fresh, crisp white wines; Pinot Noir; and Gamay. This wine is 100% Jacquère, which is the region’s most planted grape. It shows orchard fruit, citrus, and a smoky mineral note. A great option for fish or simply for sipping on a warm evening. Drink through 2028. Light & Crisp 42391 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2

PIERRE SPARR SOL CALCAIRE PINOT GRIS 2020 AOC Alsace

This wine comes from 35-year-old vines planted in limestone-rich soils. It’s spicy and ripe, with apple, pear, grapefruit, lemon, and a shapely mineral note on the close. The subtle suggestion of sweet- ness is well-integrated and the balance pristine. Pair with mildly spiced chicken or spicy roasted cauliflower. This will drink through 2026+. Aromatic & Flavourful 19482 (D) 750 ml $20.95 2

FRANCE – RED WINE BORDEAUX CHÂTEAU DE LA CHAPELLE 2020

BURGUNDY ALAIN GEOFFROY BEAUROY CHABLIS 1 ER CRU 2023 AOP

AOC Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux, sustainable (Famille Luc Schweitzer, Maison Ginestet) 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. Spicy nose displaying sweet aromas of dark plums, chocolate and attractive hints of floral notes. Warm and deep on the palate, showing a firm tannic structure. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2022) Medium-bodied & Fruity 25385 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2 Featured in Big Scores

From vines nearly 45 years of age, this wine has pure, finely established peach, apple, lemon and mineral. Admirable tension and complexity throughout. Pair this with grilled seafood or mussels. It will continue to delight for another

10-12 years. Light & Crisp 733501

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CHÂTEAU LA ROSE DE VITRAC 2022 AOC Bordeaux

80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Crammed with energetic cassis, cherry and blueberry fruit which sparkle alongside the plush, graphite-infused tannins and muscular structure. Poised and fresh with a silky mocha finish. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 43908 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 Featured in Big Scores

Crafted from Burgundy’s second white grape (Aligoté), this is a fresh, taut wine with plenty of character. At the onset, it’s floral and engaging with citrus and flint tones. In the mouth, it offers ripe apple, more citrus, some hazelnuts and a smoky/flinty minerality. An excellent choice for seafood and sushi, it will continue to evolve over the next 2+ years. Light & Crisp 557728 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 1

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FRANCE – RED WINE CONT’D BEAUJOLAIS CHÂTEAU DU CHATELARD CUVÉE LES ROCHES MORGON 2020 AOC

RHÔNE CELLIER DES DAUPHINS RÉSERVE CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2022 AOC

Made from 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this wine offers black plums with high tones of cranberry, Kirsch cherry and wild thyme. The palate is savory and rustic with upfront tannins that support hints of tart red fruits alongside its ripe black fruited profile. This should be an easy-drinking selection for a charcuterie night with friends. Enjoy now. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Anna-Christina Cabrales, Wine Enthusiast , Nov. 1, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 14081 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 1

This wine is sourced from vines planted in schist, quartz and gneiss that include some 65-year-old parcels. The wine is concentrated and juicy with finely articulated blackberry, black raspberry, some earth and mushroom tones, a hint of pepper, and an unmistakably stony mineral note. Excellent balance and structure. A wine that will be fascinating to follow for 3+ years. Medium-bodied & Fruity 558528 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 1

DOMAINE BENEDETTI CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2020 AOC

BURGUNDY NUITON-BEAUNOY BOURGOGNE PINOT NOIR 2023 AOC, sustainable

More expressive and complex than many 2020 Châteauneufs at this early stage, with Provençal herbs and bay leaf aromas to the blackberry fruit – very promising. Light- to medium-bodied, fluid and juicy, with fresh acidity, this is well-defined and should build some complexity in time. Finishes on a savoury note. From lieux-dits La Crau (sand and galets roulés), Le Pradel (red clay) and Les Saintes Vierges (sand). Fermented in concrete with natural yeasts, aged in oak barrels of various sizes (including 20% new oak barriques) and concrete vats. Score: 93 (Matt Walls, decanter.com, Sept. 30, 2021) Full-bodied & Smooth 43585 (XD) 750 ml $63.95 2 Featured in Big Scores 4 Organic product FAMILLE PERRIN PEYRE BLANCHE CAIRANNE 2022 AOC This is a 60/40 blend of Grenache and Syrah sourced from terraced sites planted in clay, gravel, and soft sandstone. It’s ripe, plush and peppery, with an alluring, characterful garrigue note. It has the potential to drink through 2030 and perhaps even beyond and will be a fine option for grilled meat, roast chicken, or fried seitan “chicken” tenders. Full-bodied & Smooth 650960 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2

Sourced from 20-year-old vines planted in clay and limestone, this wine offers up sharply defined red cherry, redcurrant, blackberry, blackcurrant, and savoury herbs, with an evocative but delicate smoke note. Quite fine, silky and structured, it’s perfect for grilled duck breast. Drink through 2028. Medium-bodied & Fruity 556456 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month

LANGUEDOC DOMAINE DE MUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 IGP Pays d’Oc

Aromas of blackberries, cherries, herbs and some earth, too. Medium body with powdery tannins and texture. Well-balanced and polished with a flavorful, sapid finish. Drink or hold [through 2028]. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 23, 2023) Medium-bodied & Fruity 43565 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2

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