Vintages New Release Collection – February 21, 2026

22 SUNNY WINES FROM THE SOUTH STARTING AT $15.95

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2026

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Complex and flavourful

WAPISA MALBEC 2023 Río Negro, Patagonia (Fincas Patagónicas) 631879 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 The 2023 Malbec Wapisa from the Atlantic coast of Río Negro showcases pure black fruit with blackberry, blueberry and plum dominating. The palate is dry and lean for the variety, with intense fruit-focused flavors and an enveloping texture. The clean, fruit-driven finish is flavorful and satisfying, with a less concentrated but elevated profile. Drinking window: 2025“2035. Score: 93 (Joaquín Hidalgo, vinous.com, May 15, 2025)

Medium-bodied & Fruity Featured in Southern Belles

CHÂTEAU DE MONTFAUCON BARON LOUIS LIRAC 2020 AOP, Rhône, France 13438 (XD) 750 ml

$35.95 2

60% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 15% Cinsault. Infectious dark purple florals, spiced damsons and smoky minerals overlay the meaty, juicy texture and fine shapely tannins and purr contentedly towards the finish line. [Drink into early 2030s+.] Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024)

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SOUTHERN BELLES It’s February, which means we’re fully in winter’s grip – and totally over it! However, locales south of the Equator are in the height of summer, and as we finally ease into spring, they’ll be reaping their fall harvest. Bring home a little of that warmth with these vibrant wines from the southern hemisphere.

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An autumn morning in Mendoza, Argentina.

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Crisp blue skies and snowy mountaintops are a frequent backdrop to Chilean vineyards.

CHILE | Diversity, value, nuance

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SAUVIGNON BLANC Chile’s Sauvignon Blancs are ripe and fresh with mouth-watering acidity and subtle herbaceous notes. They’re grown primarily in cool coastal areas, but notable expressions are also produced at altitude in the foothills of the Andes.

CASAS DEL BOSQUE LA CANTERA BOTANIC SERIES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Valle de Casablanca Casablanca is cooled by the Humboldt Current, which flows up the west coast of Chile from the Antarctic. The climate allows grapes the time to develop complex flavours while maintaining the acidity that makes the region’s bold Sauvignon Blancs so mouth-watering, crisp and bright. 92 points (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl) Aromatic & Flavourful 28583 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 33.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON Bold and fruity, Cabernets grown in coastal, central or mountain regions of Chile’s transverse valleys can reflect an intriguing variety of textures and weights. This is especially true when varieties are blended to produce unique expressions.

VENTISQUERO GREY GLACIER SINGLE BLOCK CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Trinidad Vineyard, Valle del Maipo Ventisquero has operations reaching from the Atacama Desert in the north to Patagonia in the south. Their exploration of Chile’s diverse terroirs has revealed some of the country’s most precise expressions, with wines from their Grey collection being among the most authentic and transparent. 93 points (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 485474 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 CARMENÈRE Chile’s flagship red grape offers generous black fruit and red pepper notes with savoury herbal undertones. Once used mainly as a blending grape, in Chile it creates refined, sophisticated single-varietal wines. MATURANA PUENTE AUSTRAL GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2022 Valle de Colchagua Carmenère is a warmth-loving, late-ripening variety, which makes the Colchagua Valley ideal. The region’s volcanic soils and dry conditions inspire robust, complex, ageable expressions that feature black fruit, herbs, spice, and velvety tannins. 91 points (Alistair Cooper, MW, Catad’Or Wine Guide ) Medium-bodied & Fruity 47474 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2 New at Vintages

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SYRAH Chilean Syrah is finessed and ageable, with more structure and noticeable tannins than the grape often reveals in other places. Those from coastal regions exhibit a dynamic elegance, with striking balance and vibrancy.

FALERNIA TITÓN SINGLE VINEYARD RESERVA SYRAH 2022 DO Valle del Elqui, sustainable

The Elqui Valley is situated at the southern end of the Atacama, which is the world’s driest desert. The valley is famous for its clear skies; a boon to astronomers and winemakers alike. Plentiful sunshine and cool high altitude vineyards produce aromatic, intense Syrahs. 92 points (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 27198 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 34.

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ARGENTINA | Sky-high quality

Argentine gauchos pass roadside vineyards.

TORRONTÉS Floral, fruity, and loaded with apple, peach, citrus, and exotic spices, Torrontés quickly established itself as Argentina’s flagship white. The finest expressions of this darling of high-altitude winemaking come from Salta, which is Argentina’s northernmost region.

COLOMÉ ESTATE TORRONTÉS 2024 Valle Calchaquí, Salta, sustainable, vegan Founded in 1831, Colomé is the oldest operating winery in Argentina. In 2007, they planted the Altura Máxima Vineyard which, at 3,108 metres’ elevation, is the highest vinifera vineyard in the world. 92 points (Joaquín Hidalgo, vinous.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 357913 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 32.

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BONARDA In the past, Bonarda was crafted with early consumption in mind, but producers have been creating more and more ageworthy, complex examples of this intensely fruity, spicy wine. Modern Bonardas are some of the most exciting wines coming out of Argentina at the moment.

VALLE LAS ACEQUIAS BONARDA 2022 Mendoza (Luis Segundo Correas) Once used exclusively as a blending grape supporting Malbec, Bonarda is enjoying a renaissance as the lead grape in exciting red blends. It has established itself as capable of producing profound single-varietal expres sions, both oaked and unoaked. Medium-bodied & Fruity 668731 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2

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MALBEC Malbecs made from grapes grown at lower altitudes tend to be big and concentrated, while those sourced from sites planted at higher altitudes are lithe, elegant, and reflect a more refined, floral character. By blending grapes from the same vineyard but planted at different altitudes, producers create wines that combine the best of both styles. A uniquely Argentine advantage. DOÑA PAULA EL ALTO SINGLE VINEYARD MALBEC 2023 Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, sustainable, vegan From a vineyard planted in 1975, this Malbec is crafted in the style that first caught the attention of the world. A classic expression of a classic grape. 92 points (Patricio Tapia,

guiadescorchados.cl) Full-bodied & Smooth 46404 (XD) 750 ml

$19.95 2

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WAPISA MALBEC 2023 Río Negro, Patagonia (Fincas Patagónicas)

Wapisa is less than 20 kilometres from the Atlantic Ocean and is the only Patagonian winery that experiences direct ocean influence; a factor that gives their wines a unique character. 93 points (Joaquín Hidalgo, vinous.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 631879 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 33.

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PINOTAGE South Africa’s signature red is a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault. It’s quite versatile, with many expressing a near-Beaujolais character, while others exhibit considerable power and a rich, spicy style.

SOUTH AFRICA | Old-World soul, New-World style

ALVI’S DRIFT 221 PINOTAGE 2022 WO Western Cape

The tangy red fruit in this lightly oaked wine showcases the high quality and Beaujolais-like refinement that Pinotage can achieve. This one comes from vines planted in the foothills of the mountains surrounding Breede River Valley. 91 points (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 48109 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 New at Vintages

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CHENIN BLANC The versatile Chenin Blanc is used to make dry, sweet and sparkling wines. Examples from cooler sites such as Elgin tend to be unoaked and have delicate fruit tones. Warmer areas like Stellenbosch produce wines with a greater intensity of tropical fruit, with some seeing oak. Swartland Chenin is quite rich, with notes of quince, honey and baked apple. KASTEELBERG CHENIN BLANC 2025 WO Swartland, sustainable In Swartland, vines are planted on rolling hills and mountainous slopes, like those of the Riebeek Valley’s Kasteelberg Mountain where this wine was grown. The mountain offers shade in the evening, which works with the cooling breezes from the Atlantic to moderate the area’s hot temperatures. Full-bodied & Rich 48110 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2 New at Vintages CABERNET SAUVIGNON A growing attention to detail in South African winemaking has seen their Cab Sauv evolve away from sheer power and intensity towards greater sophistication and purity of fruit. With a climate that all but guarantees ripeness, the focus now is on revealing precision, provenance and balance.

Vineyards and a Cape Dutch-style building in Constantia.

KANONKOP KADETTE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 WO Stellenbosch

Kanonkop produced their first wines in 1973. Over the years, they’ve gained a reputation for crafting top-quality expressions. For many, Kanonkop stands as one of South Africa’s most important producers of the last half century. 91 points (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Firm 30186 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 36.

AUSTRALIA | Something for everyone

A kookaburra’s-eye view of vineyards in South Australia.

TYRRELL’S HUNTER VALLEY SEMILLON 2025 Hunter Valley, New South Wales

The unique terroir of Hunter Valley has made the region’s single-varietal Semillon a global standard for provenance and complexity. Hunter Valley Semillon is one of the world’s most authentic styles, and those produced by Tyrrell’s are nothing short of masterful. 94 points (Gary Walsh, winefront.com.au) Full-bodied & Rich 632034 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 34

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SEMILLON This grape is originally from southwestern France, where it creates the celebrated sweet wines of Sauternes. Dry Semillon from Australia’s Hunter Valley has become one of the world’s signature styles.

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CABERNET SAUVIGNON Home to some of the world’s oldest Cabernet Sauvignon vines, Australia’s diverse regions encourage a wide variety of styles. Margaret River Cabs are savoury, complex and notably aromatic, with an ocean influence that imparts a distinct elegance. Those from Coonawarra are rich and lush with a minty note.

STELLA BELLA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Margaret River, Western Australia

Margaret River produces highly refined, age worthy Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s often seen in blends with varieties like Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot. As single-varietal wines, Margaret River Cabs tend to be medium-bodied with lifted florals and elegant fruit. 95 points (Huon Hooke, therealreview.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 487777 (XD) 750 ml $34.95 2

Kangaroos relax near old vines.

JOHNNY Q CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021 South Australia (Quarisa)

Though Cabernet remains an important blending varietal, it also produces standout single-varietal wines. Australian Cabernet is noted for delivering exceptionally rich, ripe black cherry and blackcurrant fruit tones with an earthy underpinning. 92 points (jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Firm 530121 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

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SHIRAZ Big-shouldered Shirazes from the Barossa, with their roasted dark fruit, are the best known. But Australia’s diverse regions produce a range of styles from bold and powerful to soft and earthy to lean and peppery.

SONS OF EDEN KENNEDY GRENACHE/SHIRAZ/ MOURVÈDRE 2023 Barossa Valley, South Australia The famous Rhône blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre (Mataro in Australia) takes on a forceful, complex character in Barossa, where Shiraz is often the lead grape. These wines have generous red and dark fruit, earth, herbs and spice. 94 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Full-bodied & Smooth 558692 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2 GSM Popular, food-friendly and approachable, Australian blends of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (Mourvèdre) are more fruit-forward and overtly powerful than their French counterparts.

SISTER’S RUN EPIPHANY SHIRAZ 2022 McLaren Vale, South Australia (Elena Brooks, founder and winemaker)

Sister’s Run is a female-operated winery with a fierce commitment to making the best wines from family vineyards. This well-awarded Shiraz is a superb value, crafted in an easy-drinking style that

showcases both power and elegance. 94 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Full-bodied & Smooth 269464 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 34 TO 35.

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SAUVIGNON BLANC The crisp, intense gooseberry,

asparagus, herbs, tropical fruit, grass and minerality of Marlborough Sauv Blanc have made it a benchmark New World expression. Wines from Martin borough offer a more restrained, classic take on the grape that emphasizes elegance rather than power. They are taut and zesty, with a distinct minerality.

CAYTHORPE MARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island The unique intensity of Marlborough’s

Sauvignon Blancs redefined the style in the 1980s and ’90s, exploding onto the wine scene and making Marlborough a world-class wine region virtually overnight. 94 points (Cameron Douglas, MS,

camdouglasms.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 47917 (XD) 750 ml

$20.95 2

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CRAGGY RANGE TE MUNA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Martinborough, North Island

NEW ZEALAND

Martinborough is a subregion of Wairarapa and owes its burgeoning reputation to the efforts of its family-owned boutique wineries. Best known for Pinot Noir, Martinborough boasts vivid, intense, poised Sauvignon Blancs that are equally exciting and dynamic. 94 points (Cameron Douglas, MS,

camdouglasms.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 466011 (XD) 750 ml

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Sustainability, quality, and elevated flavours

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STAETE LANDT ANNABEL SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024

Marlborough, South Island, sustainable Harvest south of the equator takes place between February and April rather than August and October as it does here, but the same rules apply. The 2024 autumn in Marlborough was perfect, with warm, dry conditions during the day and cool evenings that encouraged excellent freshness and flavour development. 94 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Aromatic & Flavourful 648691 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 35 TO 36.

PINOT NOIR Marlborough Pinot Noirs are notably balanced and generous, with bright, exciting fruit flavours, spice, herbs, and ocean-influenced minerality. Those from Central Otago are grown in schist, pedogenic lime, alluvial gravel, rounded gravel, clay, silt and sand soils and are fruit-forward with robust tannins.

PINOT GRIS North Island wines are ripe and unctuous, while those from the South Island tend to be more aromatic and structured. Many producers add texture and depth to their wines through barrel ageing.

ERADUS PINOT GRIS 2024 Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island The Awatere Valley is a subregion of Marlborough characterized by river terraces and rugged hills. Tight, structured, versatile and food-friendly, New Zealand Pinot Gris has more in common with those of Alsace rather than northern Italian versions. 93 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Aromatic & Flavourful 439000 (D) 750 ml $21.95 2

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MOUNT RILEY PINOT NOIR 2023 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable The flamboyant aromatics, freshness, and notably concentrated red fruit of this Pinot Noir overdeliver on the price-to-quality ratio, beautifully showcasing Marlborough’s charac teristic intensity, balance and refinement. 91 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Medium-bodied & Fruity 60137 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2

INVIVO CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT NOIR 2024 Central Otago, South Island

New Zealand’s Pinot Noirs are among the most beloved in the world, and Central Otago produces what many consider to be the country’s most authoritative and characterful. This small-batch offering is exuberant and juicy, with a mix of approachability and that quintessential Pinot je ne sais quoi . 93 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Medium-bodied & Fruity 466029 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 35 TO 36.

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Listening to the land

Certified organic from the outset and biodynamic since 2010, Dominio de Punctum is committed to making great wines that express their origins.

Jesús Fernández. LEFT: Solar panels contribute over 370,420 kWh/year clean energy and save 107 tons of CO 2 .

Water-recycling apparatus. LEFT: Filling horns with biodynamic preparation 500 before burying in the vineyards.

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When siblings Jesús, Ruth and Cristina Fernández founded Dominio de Punctum in 2005, they were continuing a long family tradition of viticulture in Cuenca, Spain. “We come from a family of farmers,” says general manager Jesús Fernández. “The care and respect for the land and the vines has been infused by our parents and grandparents.” Though the vineyards they took ownership of were well preserved, the ecosystem had been burdened with the contin uous and sometimes excessive use of synthetic fertilizers and herbicides routine in conventional farming. “It took us five years of hard work and multiple trials until we put in place the appropriate practices and got the land rebalanced,” says Fernández. “Since then, it has been a continuous learning and evolution process.” In addition to farming organically and biodynamically, Dominio de Punctum installed solar panels that provide 55% of their total energy needs. They recycle all wastewater, collect rainfall for irrigation when needed, and participate in reforestation programs. These initiatives saw them gain Sustainable Wineries for Climate Protection certification from the Spanish Wine Federation. It’s a lot of effort, but for the Fernández siblings, it’s well worth it. “It made total sense to take that further step and commit to the future generations of our family as well as those around the world that enjoy our wines by changing the way we work.” The result are wines that authentically reflect the beautiful land they come from.

DOMINIO DE PUNCTUM SIN SULFITOS BARREL AGED TEMPRANILLO 2022 Vino de la Tierra de Castilla, Spain, vegan

This 100% Tempranillo is crafted “sin sulfitos” (without sulfites) and offers amazing value, delivering excellent structure supported by dark cherry, earth and herbs. A versatile food wine, it will be great with grilled mushroom burgers. Medium-bodied & Fruity 12118 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1 4 Organic & biodynamic product

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LOCAL TALENT

AND SOME OF THE WINNERS ARE… The Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) is the world’s largest, most influential wine competition. Achieving recognition here can launch a producer into the global spotlight literally overnight. In 2025, 248 judges evaluated 18,000 wines from 57 countries. Not to brag, but Canada earned 347 medals, placing us ninth in the overall rankings (ahead of Chile, New Zealand, USA and Greece, among others). Let’s raise a glass to four of Niagara’s top-scoring entries.

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LOCAL TALENT

Thirty Bench Triangle Riesling 2021 93 points (Silver Medal) Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 Founded in 1994, Thirty Bench was one of Niagara’s first boutique wineries. The property includes some of Niagara’s oldest Riesling vineyards, with plantings dating back to 1980. These original single-block old-vine Riesling plots in the Steel Post, Triangle and Wood Post vineyards established the winery’s reputation as a top-tier, premium-quality producer. The grapes for the Triangle Riesling 2021 were hand-picked and hand-sorted from the older Riesling plantings of the Triangle Vineyard. Careful selection, cool fermentation, and ageing in stainless steel assured that the unique terroir of this special vineyard was allowed to take centre stage.

Le Clos Jordanne Le Grand Clos Chardonnay 2022 94 points (Silver Medal) Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 Le Clos Jordanne Estate Vineyard features limestone soils with glacial silt and clay, and all the wines produced here reveal a distinct focus and mineral character. After several years of close examination, the vines on the western edge of the vineyard were found to showcase the elevated quality and character that gave rise to Le Grand Clos Chardonnay and Le Grand Clos Pinot Noir. Niagara’s leading terroir guru, Thomas Bachelder, has described these vines as a Niagara grand cru, and there’s no denying that these wines possess a deep sense of place and poise. ’

Two Sisters Eleventh Post 2020 95 points (Gold Medal) Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 Niagara River is a sub-appellation of the Niagara-on-the-Lake region. Roughly one kilometre wide and running for approximately eight kilometres, the area is heavily influenced by the fast-moving Niagara River, which draws cold air from the vineyards and allows air from Lake Ontario to move in. This constant airflow helps moderate temperatures in the vineyards throughout the growing season, affording grapes a long, slow ripening period and giving rise to intense, concentrated flavours. In a near-perfect vintage like 2020, the resulting balance, complex fruit and elegance are astonishing.

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the finer

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THIRTY BENCH TRIANGLE RIESLING 2021 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment A classic take on Niagara Riesling that boldly and unapologetically argues for “cru” consideration for the Triangle Vineyard. Crisp and zesty with generous fruit and mineral. 94 points (Rick VanSickle) Aromatic & Flavourful 25031 (D) 750 ml $28.95 2 LE CLOS JORDANNE LE GRAND CLOS CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment This wine’s cool-climate origins shine through bright and clear. Look for peach, starfruit, pear, and a minerality that imparts a marked, undeniable sense of provenance. 95 points (International

TWO SISTERS ELEVENTH POST 2020 6 VQA Niagara River, Niagara on-the-Lake

This Bordeaux blend magnifies the quality of Niagara’s superb 2020 vintage. Big, ageable, lush and succulent, it’s a wine that will drink into the mid-2030s. 95 points (Decanter World Wine Awards) Full-bodied & Smooth 50106 (XD) 750 ml $48.00 2 New at Vintages Vidal Icewine is a Niagara specialty; A hedonistic, enticing style that’s as unique as Niagara itself. Showing tropical fruit, apricot and citrus, this is a wine to luxuriate over. 97 points (Decanter World Wine Awards) Lusciously Sweet 49821 (S) 375 ml $69.95 2 New at Vintages REIF GRAND RESERVE VIDAL ICEWINE 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

Reif Grand Reserve Vidal Icewine 2023 97 points (Platinum Medal) Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 Reif was a pioneer of Canadian Icewine and produced one of the first examples of the style in 1984. Today, the grapes for the Reif Grand Reserve Vidal Icewine come from the oldest 12-acre block of Vidal vines, which were first planted in 1981. These older vines bring a level of complexity and flavour concentration that simply must be enjoyed to be believed, with rich, dynamic, expressive apricot, peach, tropical fruit and honey. This wine was fermented and aged in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve even the most delicate of the complex fruit flavours.

Wine Challenge) Full-bodied & Rich 184549 (XD) 750 ml $55.00 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 29 TO 32.

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SAKE EIKO FUJI GLORIOUS MT. FUJI BAN RYU 10,000 WAYS SAKE Yamagata, Japan

“Ban ryu” means “10,000 ways.” It’s an expression used in the sake world to allude to versatility, and specifically, the many ways in which one sake can be different from another. This one is in the Honjozo style, meaning a small amount of distilled brewer’s alcohol is added to the mash during production. The end result is a sake both nuanced and intense. 48853 (M) 720 ml $24.95 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.

MANGA JUNMAI GINJO SAKE Nada-Gogo, Hyogo, Japan (Nihonsakari) This sake is crafted using Miyamizu: the most famous spring water for making sake, which wells up in the Nada district where the brewery is located. Bold and robust yet wonderfully nuanced, it makes a lovely sipping sake. 45904 (M) 720 ml $33.95 1

SHUNKA SHUSETSU ECHIZEN JUNMAI GINJO SAKE Japan (Koshi No Iso)

... Aromas are quite intense yet refined with rice custard, raisin, caraway and dried flowers. It is medium weight, off dry, quite rich yet elegant with a cushioned mouthfeel, some heat (15%) and pleasant bitterness. The length is excellent. Tasted February 2025. Score: 93 (David Lawrason,

winealign.com) 572644 (M)

$28.95 1

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FORTIFIED WINE

CHAMPAGNE GASTON CHIQUET BLANC DE BLANCS D’AŸ GRAND CRU BRUT CHAMPAGNE AOC, France, prop.-récolt. [Though this bottling is different from the one reviewed, it will show a similar quality and character.] The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs d’Aÿ is bright, effusive and full of character. Chardonnay is so expressive in Aÿ, where the aromatics are beautifully lifted and there is plenty of depth. Lemon confit, spice, apricot, tangerine peel and light tropical notes all grace this superexpressive Blanc de Blancs. Disgorged: February, 2021. Drinking window: 2021Š2028. Score: 92 (Antonio Galloni, vinous.com, Nov. 2021) Rich & Complex 63768 (XD) 750 ml $93.95 2

BACALHÔA MOSCATEL DE SETÚBAL 2022 DOP, Portugal, vegan

100% Moscatel de Setúbal. A façade of white nectarine, honeysuckle and orange peel with a generous core of acidity to diffuse the unctuous sweetness. Look out for marzipan, nuts and dried fruit at the end. Value. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025) Sweet 996181 (S) 750 ml $18.95 2

SPARKLING WINE

ICEWINE PELEE ISLAND VIDAL ICEWINE 2023 6 VQA South Islands, Lake Erie North Shore, Ontario, sustainable, vegan The grapes for this Vidal Icewine were kept on the vine through early winter until thoroughly frozen. The resulting wine is bursting with intense aromas and flavours of dried apricot and orange marmalade. Richly textured and well-balanced with a pleasing citrus acidity and a lingering finish, it’ll pair beautifully with fruit pastries or make a sweet

LUNDY MANOR LUNDY ROSÉ SPARKLING 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Charmat method

This charming pink sparkler is from Lundy Manor, which is the only estate winery in Niagara Falls. An eclectic blend of Gamay with Chardonnay and Gewürztraminer, it’s vibrant and floral with suggestions of fruit salad, a touch of grated ginger, and a subtle kiss of sweetness. Perfect with sushi, spring rolls or roasted root veggies. Medium-bodied & Flavourful 50100 (M) 750 ml $23.95 1

dessert unto itself. Lusciously Sweet 182105 (S)

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DE CHANCENY BRUT CRÉMANT DE LOIRE AOP, Loire, France, traditional method (Cave Robert et Marcel) Crunchy Loire bubble, sweetly herbal and with a note that imagines the perfect use of a fine brunoise of shallot as catalyst for fresh shucked oysters or a sautée of fresh seafood. Mousse is quite fine, temperature of personality steady and flavours all rolled into the fabric of what is quite the textured sparkling wine. Improves each time it is tasted. Last tasted January 2025. Score: 89

REIF GRAND RESERVE VIDAL ICEWINE 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

100% Vidal. An explosion of vibrant florals under scored by wave upon wave of grilled pineapple, passionfruit, dried orange and fleshy apricot riches. Full and voluptuous with a waxy, lanolin texture and tantalising acidity. Complexity wins the day. Score: 97 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025) Lusciously Sweet 49821 (S) 375 ml $69.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

(Michael Godel, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 515262 (D) 750 ml

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CANADA WHITE WINE ONTARIO CHARLES BAKER PICONE VINEYARD RIESLING 2021 6 VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, sustainable (Stratus) ... a most unique aromatic begin[ning], dried herbals for one thing and exotic spicing in a cumin-coriander masala way. Even more so fenugreek leaf and wait for it ... maple syrup ... this may just turn out to be Charles Baker’s longest lived of the Picones, right up there with the ’06, ’11 and ’16. Drink 2024”2036. Tasted October 2024. Score: 94 (Michael Godel, winealign.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 241182 (M) 750 ml $39.95 2 Warm and inviting, textural like silk, some glycerol and running soothingly smooth from start to finish shows a different look and separates itself from other vintages. Kelly Mason’s ability to change it up while still maintaining an always high level is a chardonnay testament to a team that ranks with the hardest working makers in Niagara Peninsula show business. There are clean yeasty notes, like sourdough in the proofing stage and subtle baking spice with texture truly divining the directive for high quality “classico” Niagara chardonnay ... Drink 2024”2027. Tasted July 2024. Score: 92 (Michael Godel, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Rich 417774 (XD) 750 ml $33.70 2 DOMAINE QUEYLUS TRADITION CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula KEW MARSANNE/VIOGNIER 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula Marsanne and Viognier are staple varieties of the Rhône Valley in France, but they’re quite rare in Ontario vineyards. This exceptional blend of the two is smooth and textured, with layers of perfumed florals, ripe, zesty tropical fruit and rich, toasty honeyed tones. Sip with pork belly or pan-fried mackerel. Full-bodied & Rich 485334 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2

LE CLOS JORDANNE LE GRAND CLOS CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment Cool climate style of Chardonnay driven by ripe pear and white peach freshness and terroir minerality. Has subtle toast and hazelnut character. Shiny, bright and mouth watering. Nice texture and a long smooth finish. Winner of the Niagara Peninsula Chardonnay Trophy, Canadian White Trophy. Score: 95 (International Wine Challenge, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 184549 (XD) 750 ml $55.00 2 Featured in Local Talent

ORGANIZED CRIME LIMESTONE BLOCK CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment Ripe anjou pear and golden delicious apple, lemon cream on the mid palate, clean acidity to finish. A stellar chardonnay! Score: 92 (Jeremy Bonia, wine align.com) Full-bodied & Rich 11951 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

ORGANIZED CRIME THE MISCHIEF 2022 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment A calculated Riesling-based blend formulated in stainless steel, this wine is wonderfully aromatic and packed with orchard fruit and zesty citrus. Brilliant acidity defines the mid-palate and finish. Savour with pork roast, herbed chicken or seafood. Aromatic & Flavourful 434472 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

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CANADA ¡ RED WINE ONTARIO JACKSONTRIGGS NIAGARA ESTATE GRAND RESERVE RED MERITAGE 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula Recommend decanting. A density of savoury and plum fruits with a hint of sweet vanilla and blueberry muffin. Dusted fine tannins gives this wine a lovely structure. Score: 94 (International Wine Challenge, 2025)

ROSEWOOD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula

This wonderfully complex Savvy was fermented in neutral French oak and matured 18 months on the lees, then bottled without fining or filtration. It offers notions of ripe green fruit, citrus peel, pressed flowers and savoury herbs and has the capacity to evolve through 2030 and beyond. Aromatic & Flavourful 49707 (XD) 750 ml $34.95 2

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ORGANIZED CRIME CABERNET FRANC 2022 6

TAWSE GROWER’S BLEND RIESLING 2023 6 VQA West Niagara, Niagara Peninsula Always a great value, this is a reliably vibrant wine, with floral, nutty, fig, smoke and pear notes, gentle sweetness and a long, intense finish. Pair with deep fried calamari, or pork roast with crispy crackling. Aromatic & Flavourful 89029 (M) 750 ml $21.95 2

VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment A deep ‘red wine’ with just enough savory oak cedar, the [palate] here shows wonderfully leafy Cabernet Franc character and is enhanced [by] dark florals. Very Loire in the mouth in a distinctively new world style. Score: 90 (Evan Goldstein, MS, winealign.com)

Medium-bodied & Fruity 29048 (XD) 750 ml

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THIRTY BENCH TRIANGLE RIESLING 2021 6

VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment I would call the Triangle Vineyard Riesling a classic Niagara “cru” among a handful in all of Niagara. It comes from grapes planted in 1981 to the 21b clone and dazzles from vintage to vintage and has the stuffing to cellar well for a decade or more. The nose is gorgeous with pure wet stone and seashells followed by lime, floral notes, crisp apple, peach and lemon tart. It’s quite concentrated and juicy on the palate with notes of white peach, zesty lime, bergamot, ripe apple, nectarine, waves of fresh minerality, honeycomb, a touch of ginger and a long, lifted and finessed finish. Just gorgeous Riesling here that will improve through 2035. Score: 94 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, July 2, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 25031 (D) 750 ml $28.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

TAWSE SKETCHES CABERNET/MERLOT 2021 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

This wine is a blend of 39% Merlot with 33% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Cabernet Franc, each of which was aged for 16 months in French oak before the final assemblage. It’s rich and ripe, with generous blackberry, cassis, plum, mixed spices, and a touch of chocolate. Drink by 2027.

Medium-bodied & Fruity 130252 (XD) 750 ml

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CANADA ‹ RED WINE CONT’D ONTARIO TWO SISTERS ELEVENTH POST 2020 6 VQA Niagara River, Niagara-on-the-Lake 40% Merlot, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Cabernet Franc. A buzz of bright cherry, raspberry and rhubarb youth with pencil lead tannins and a bedrock of wet stone minerals which advance fervently towards the finale. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 50106 (XD) 750 ml $48.00 2 Featured in Local Talent WENDING HOME ESTATE VINEYARD UP ABOVE WISMER CUESTA PINOT NOIR 2021 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment ... aging half in puncheon and half in barrique (16% new oak) for 8š9 months and it was partially wild fermented ... attractive, perfumed nose with earthy dark cherries, brambly black raspberries, violets, some anise, darker berries, spice and what Giesbrecht calls “iron/bloody” minerality. It has lovely texture, smooth tannins, and energy on the palate with ripe red berries, underlying earthy/ savoury notes, crunchy pomegranate, anise, and razor-sharp acidity through a long, lifted finish. Good structure here for short-term, say four to five years, cellaring. Score: 92 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Jan. 3, 2024) BRITISH COLUMBIA VOLCANIC HILLS MAGMA RED 2021 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley This wine is sourced from Volcanic Hills’s own estate vineyards in West Kelowna as well as from select growers in Osoyoos. Each grape variety is fermented and barrel aged separately in a mix of French and American oak for 12š16 months, depending on the grape. The resulting wine is charismatic, rich and complex, with black cherry, plum, clove, mint, chocolate and spice. Medium-bodied & Fruity 46464 (XD) 750 ml $42.95 2

NOVA SCOTIA LUCKETT THE OLD BILL RED BLEND 2022 6 Gaspereau Valley

Luckett Vineyards crafts premium Nova Scotia wines with cool-climate precision and East Coast charm. This one spent 15 months in oak and offers rich stewed blackberry and cherry along with notions of old leather and cigar box. Drink now through 2035 with roasted red meats or hearty stews. Full-bodied & Firm 49656 (XD) 750 ml $32.95 2

ARGENTINA ‹ WHITE WINE COLOMÉ ESTATE TORRONTÉS 2024 Valle Calchaquí, Salta, sustainable, vegan The 2024 Torrontés Estate was crafted from grapes sourced across the Calchaquí Valley. Yellow in hue, it reveals enticing aromas of lime and jasmine, complemented by subtle tropical and herbal notes. Dry, taut and refreshing, the wine flows with a pristine fruit core. This beautifully crafted Torrontés showcases a vibrant and youthful high-altitude style. Drinking window: 2024š2028. Score: 92 (Joaquín Hidalgo, vinous.com, Oct. 31, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 357913 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles BENMARCO MALBEC 2022 Valle de Uco, Mendoza, unfined and unfiltered (Dominio del Plata) Exclusively from vineyards planted on stony, sandy soils in the Los Chacayes zone of the Uco Valley, this malbec displays the characteristic notes of that place. Here, the flowers, herbs, and firm tannins form a solid base that supports the succulent ripe red- and black-fruit flavors and firm, juicy acidity. Score: 93 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 657601 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts ARGENTINA ‹ RED WINE

Medium-bodied & Fruity 32372 (XD) 750 ml

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DOÑA PAULA EL ALTO SINGLE VINEYARD MALBEC 2023 Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, sustainable, vegan

VALLE LAS ACEQUIAS BONARDA 2022 Mendoza (Luis Segundo Correas) From a 30-year-old vineyard, this Bonarda includes a splash of Malbec and was fermented in stainless steel then aged for six months in French oak. It’s generous and easy to enjoy, with good focus and structure, dark berry, blueberry, raspberry, gentle oak spice and smoke. This has the potential

This is a selection of vineyards planted in 1975, in the Ugarteche area, in the Alluvia Vineyard, one of the main sources of grapes for Doña Paula and the vineyard where they started making wines in 2007. The profile of this malbec is classic of Luján de Cuyo. The aromas of violets and black cherries are there, the palate is very friendly, the tannins are round and soft, and the slight sweetness is there from the beginning. A malbec like the first malbecs that conquered the world market. Score: 92 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 46404 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Ultra comes from an old pergola vineyard in Vistalba, Luján de Cuyo. This cuvée is always a pleasure to drink, especially in cool vintages like 2022, as it balances concen tration and spicy flavors. In this edition, the barrel aging imparts notes of sandalwood and cedar, enhancing the finish alongside the fruit. The richness and slightly liqueur-like tone define the heart of Vistalba. Drinking window: 2025›2035. Score: 94 (Joaquín Hidalgo, vinous.com, April 24, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 135202 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 KAIKEN ULTRA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Mendoza, sustainable, vegan

to drink through 2028+. Medium-bodied & Fruity 668731 (XD) 750 ml

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WAPISA MALBEC 2023 Río Negro, Patagonia (Fincas Patagónicas)

The 2023 Malbec Wapisa from the Atlantic coast of Río Negro showcases pure black fruit with blackberry, blueberry and plum dominating. The palate is dry and lean for the variety, with intense fruit-focused flavors and an enveloping texture. The clean, fruit-driven finish is flavorful and satisfying, with a less concentrated but elevated profile. Drinking window: 2025›2035. Score: 93 (Joaquín Hidalgo, vinous.com, May 15, 2025) $22.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month and in Southern Belles Medium-bodied & Fruity 631879 (XD) 750 ml CASAS DEL BOSQUE LA CANTERA BOTANIC SERIES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Valle de Casablanca This is one of the house’s bestsellers. Production began in 2019 with 500 cases of 12 bottles, and today they produce 7,500 cases at a retail price that makes it an excellent value for money. It is a classic Casablanca sauvignon, full of notes of herbs and white fruits, light body, and energetic acidity. It comes from the Las Dichas area, on the western side (closest to the sea) of Casablanca. Score: 92 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 28583 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles CHILE ¢ WHITE WINE

SUSANA BALBO CRÍOS MALBEC 2023 Valle de Uco, Mendoza, sustainable (Dominio del Plata) 100% Malbec. Lively purple flowers and fruit, hint of chocolate and pepper. The palate has a firm structure supported by plenty of fruit. Score: 92 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025)

Medium-bodied & Fruity 162529 (XD) 750 ml

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AUSTRALIA WHITE WINE

FALERNIA TITÓN SINGLE VINEYARD RESERVA SYRAH 2022 DO Valle del Elqui, sustainable Aromas of lard, peppercorns, grilled blueberries and grapefruit. Firm but fluffy tannins, with warm stones and round fruit flavors that carry onto the chalky, medium-long finish. Not high in acidity, but there is a lovely perception of freshness. Drinkable now, but can hold for another few years. Score: 92 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, March 4, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 27198 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles

TYRRELL’S HUNTER VALLEY SEMILLON 2025 Hunter Valley, New South Wales

... Very aromatic and floral, slight cut fennel, lemongrass, lime, white peach. Tight and flinty, pure acidity, feels and tastes great, a little bit powdery in texture, and finishes long with plenty lime and Disprin flavour. There’s a succulence and richness to this wine, though it keeps itself trim and classic all the same. A top release, and it’s so delicious now, you don’t really need to wait (though you could) ... Drink: 2025ˆ2035. Score: 94 (Gary Walsh, winefront.com.au, Aug. 20, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 632034 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles JOHNNY Q CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021 South Australia (Quarisa) A well-driven, balanced and flavorful cabernet sauvignon with aromas of dark berries, bark, baking spices and a touch of bell peppers. Medium-bodied with velvety tannins. Delicious and silky, with a flavorful finish. Drink or hold. Score: 92 (james suckling.com, Feb. 10, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 530121 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles AUSTRALIA RED WINE

MATURANA PUENTE AUSTRAL GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2022 Valle de Colchagua

This wine was aged for one year in third-use French oak, which means it takes on only the most subtle oak influence, adding depth and roundness without dominating the fruit. There’s plentiful ripe dark berry over delicately induced black pepper and tobacco. A food-friendly wine with broad appeal. [ Catad’Or Wine Guide did not include a tasting note.] Score: 91 (Alistair Cooper, MW, Catad’Or Wine Guide , 2024)

Medium-bodied & Fruity 47474 (XD) 750 ml

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VENTISQUERO GREY GLACIER SINGLE BLOCK CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Trinidad Vineyard, Valle del Maipo The cooler Maipo Costa produces some of Chile’s most elegant Bordeaux style blends, this assem blage of Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Franc being a case in point. Floral and enticing, it marries aromas of dill and mint with a palate of plum, bramble and blackcurrant leaf, tangy acidity and granular tannins. [Drink through 2028+.] Score: 93 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2024 ) Full-bodied & Smooth 485474 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles

SCHILD ESTATE BEN SCHILD SINGLE VINEYARD SHIRAZ 2021 Barossa Valley, South Australia

Instantly appealing with blackberry, vanillin oak, clove, game and cocoa aromas, it’s plump and opulent in the mouth with plush texture backed by loads of silky tannins, finishing robust and sturdy with seductive complexity. At its best: now to 2036. Score: 95 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, March 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 58727 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2

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SISTER’S RUN EPIPHANY SHIRAZ 2022 McLaren Vale, South Australia (Elena Brooks, founder and winemaker) Opulent and gorgeously complex, the perfumed bouquet shows dark fruit richness, cake spice, toasty oak and dark chocolate characters, leading to a concentrated palate offering excellent depth and plush texture. Tannins are polished and beauti fully infused, making it velvety and deliciously appealing. At its best: now to 2037. Score: 94 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Sept. 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 269464 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles SONS OF EDEN KENNEDY GRENACHE/ SHIRAZ/MOURVÈDRE 2023 Barossa Valley, South Australia This wine has an impressive nose, featuring aromas of dark berries, rich flowers, and mixed spices. On the palate, it offers succulent fruit flavours with excellent weight, complemented by a smooth texture and polished tannins. The wine is beautifully rounded yet wonderfully structured, leading to a persistent, flavoursome finish. At its best: now to 2035. Score: 94 (Sam Kim, wineorbit. co.nz, Nov. 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 558692 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles

CAYTHORPE MARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island

Pungent, fruity, very expressive bouquet with scents of meyer lemon and peach, ripe tropical fruits of white pineapple and green mango. There’s a touch [of] mineral flint and fresh herb qualities. A dry wine on the palate with a backbone of acidity framing core fruit flavours that reflect the bouquet. Lengthy, fresh, saline and salivating. Best drinking from 2024 through 2027. Excellent. Score: 94 (Cameron Douglas, MS, camdouglasms.com, Oct. 4, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 47917 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles A delicious wine with the signature of place firmly stamped in the bouquet – aromas of clay and silty soils framing fruit scents of white pineapple and cape gooseberry then fresh grapefruit and peach. On the palate a dry wine with ... satin texture and backbone of acidity framing fruit flavours and mineral. Well made and ready to drink from 2025 through 2030. Excellent. Score: 94 (Cameron Douglas, MS, camdouglasms.com, July 20, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 466011 (XD) 750 ml $32.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles CRAGGY RANGE TE MUNA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Martinborough, North Island

STELLA BELLA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Margaret River, Western Australia

ERADUS PINOT GRIS 2024 Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island It’s delightfully fruited and elegantly fragrant with rockmelon, green pear and lemon zest aromas with a hint of ginger spice. The palate is equally attractive with lovely fruit purity combined with fleshy texture and juicy acidity, finishing long and refreshing. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, June 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 439000 (D) 750 ml $21.95 2 Featured in Southern Belles

Very good depth of colour and strong purple tints; classic cassisy/blackcurrant cabernet aromas laced with smart oak, nicely trimmed. The wine is elegantly framed and brightly intense, with freshness and fruit-forward styling. Medium-full bodied and beautifully focused, with a certain raciness, good line and length. Drink date: 2025©2037. Score: 95 (Huon Hooke, therealreview.com, June 7, 2025)

Medium-bodied & Fruity 487777 (XD) 750 ml

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