Vintages New Release Collection – February 7, 2026

OUR MOST ROMANTIC WINES

PERFECT PICKS FOR LUNAR NEW YEAR A NEW ONLINE & FLAGSHIP EXCLUSIVES COLLECTION

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7, 2026

wines

of the month

Spicy and fruity

SUR DE LOS ANDES RESERVA MALBEC/ CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Mendoza, Argentina 411298 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 This is a bright and spicy red blend showing pretty hazelnut and vanilla undertones to the blackcurrant and black plum fruit. Full-bodied, ripe and creamy, with rounded tannins and lively acidity. Drink or hold [through 2032]. Score: 91 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, March 19, 2024) JOSÉ MARIA DA FONSECA DOMINI 2023 DOP Douro, Portugal 452730 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 3 Aged in new wood, this Douro wine from Setúbal producer José Maria da Fonseca has a spicy, toasty aroma and rich tannins. Still young, it is a rich, structured wine, full of juicy red fruits and structured layers. Drink the wine from 2027. Score: 90 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast , Dec. 30, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth

Medium-bodied & Fruity

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

GIFTS

THE MANE EVENT

WENDING HOME ESTATE VINEYARD RIESLING 2021 6 VQA Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario 49603 (XD) 750 ml $24.95

WENDING HOME PINOT GRIS 2021 6 VQA Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario 44662 (XD) 750 ml $27.95

The Wending Home winery in Niagara is run by Ying Feng and her family, who moved here from China a decade ago. Their mission is to slowly craft the best wines with a whimsical heart. Which seems like an auspicious fortune for the year ahead. Visit LCBO.com/en/gift-shop to explore more Lunar New Year gifts. February 17 marks Lunar New Year’s Day and the start of the Year of the Fire Horse. These two wines are perfect to cheers to the year ahead.

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 37.

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ONLINE COLLECTIONS

EVENTS

FEBRUARY

FINE WINE AND SPIRITS ONLINE AUCTIONS Featuring a selection of rare and collectible wines and spirits from both Old and New World regions, this is a unique opportunity for connoisseurs to acquire sought-after vintages and limited-edition bottles.

February 23 to March 3, 2026 Under the authority of LCBO

FEBRUARY CELLAR COLLECTION You don’t want to miss the latest edition of our Cellar Collection . In honour of the month of love, it’s stocked with red wines from around the world, including one from the Okanagan Valley. For white-wine lovers, there’s a quartet of delicious Chablis. And for a touch of richness, a 10-year-old Tawny Port from Quinta do Vallado. Online ordering starts February 5 at 8:30 a.m. Visit LCBO.com/vintages

For more details and consigning please visit waddingtons.ca

Cheers to these You got the wine, now you need the vessel. We’ve got wine glasses (both stemless and stemmed), champagne flutes , and lots of other glassware. But if you want to assemble a pretty gift basket, buy one of our serving trays , too. Use it as the base of your basket, then add a bottle of wine and some glasses. Now wrap it up with cellophane and a bow, and you’ve got a thoughtful gift ready to go.

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OUR MOST ROMANTIC WINES

Whether you’re having brunch with your besties or indulging in a candlelit dinner for two, nothing sets the vibe quite like an Old World wine. Sit back, relax and uncork a little loveliness with our collection of wines from Europe’s most romantic regions .

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ITALY

ITALY / NORTHERN ITALY This elegant pink Prosecco o ers pretty notes of rose petal, hibiscus, pomegranate and raspberry. Ideal with appetizers for two or brunch with friends.

LA GIOIOSA BRUT ROSÉ PROSECCO 2024 DOC, Italy, vegan Light & Fruity 46347 (D) 750 ml $16.95 1 New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 36.

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Cute couple alert: Dinner at home becomes a fancier affair when you pair Brunello and bolognese. Find Lentil Mushroom Bolognese at LCBO.com.

ITALY / TUSCANY From the heart of Tuscany, where rolling hills and medieval castles inspire timeless love stories, Chianti Classico is synonymous with romance. This wine o ers cherry, raspberry, rosehip, and wild herbs. RICASOLI BROLIO CHIANTI CLASSICO 2023

ITALY / TUSCANY The signature red wine of southern Tuscany, Brunello is as beautiful as it is beloved. This one evokes currant, juniper, marjoram, rhubarb and underbrush wrapped in rich, velvety tannins. CAMIGLIANO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2020 DOCG, Tuscany, Italy 98 points (Luca Gardini, gardininotes.com) Full-bodied & Firm 25970 (XD) 750 ml $86.95 2 4 Organic product

DOCG, Tuscany, Italy, sustainable 92 points (Bruce Sanderson, winespectator.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 3962 (XD) 750 ml

$23.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 47 TO 48..

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Try this: Pair decadent Amarone with a special homemade treat. Find Date Turtles at LCBO.com.

ITALY / VENETO Rich, robust and decadent, Amarone is adored for its unique combination of power and suppleness. This one is dense and velvety with notions of currant, raspberry, black pepper, smoky woodland and licorice. Equally lovely with meaty lasagna or a selection of dark chocolates. ZONIN AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA 2021 DOCG, Veneto, Italy 92 points (jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 86207 (XD) 750 ml $49.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 48.

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FRANCE

FRANCE / BEAUJOLAIS Elegant, silky and seductive, this wine is from the appropriately named Saint Amour cru of Beaujolais. It delivers beautiful blackcurrant, cherry and raspberry fruit with some delicate spicy shading. Savour with coq au vin. CAVE DE JULIENAS CHAINTRE TRADITION BOIS DE LA SALLE SAINT AMOUR 2024

AOC, Beaujolais, France Medium-bodied & Fruity 48273 (XD) 750 ml

$24.95 2

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 43.

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FRANCE / RHÔNE A true original, Châteauneuf-du Pape is the benchmark for big, bold, rich, robust red wines. This one is wonderfully complex, with oral notes, licorice spice, bay leaf, dark

cherry and wild berries. DOMAINE ALBIN JACUMIN LA BÉGUDE DES PAPES CHÂTEAUNEUF DU PAPE 2022 AOC, Rhône, France, sustainable 92 94 points (Yohan Castaing,

robertparker.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 47574 (XD) 750 ml

$57.95 2

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FRANCE / BURGUNDY Chablis is famous for sophisticated, mineral-driven wines made from Chardonnay. This one is remarkably harmonious, with notes of lemon drop, classic mineral tones, and an attractive saline twist. CHARLY NICOLLE LES FOURNEAUX ANTE MCMLXXX CHABLIS 1 ER CRU 2022 AOP, Burgundy, France 95 points (International Wine & Spirit Competition) Light & Crisp 24945 (XD) 750 ml $59.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 41 TO 44.

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Perfect pairing: Cozy up for brunch in bed with a glass of bubbly and this twist on tacos. Find Pancake Breakfast Tacos at LCBO.com.

FRANCE / PROVENCE Everything about this bubbly, from its home in the South of France to the gorgeous pink colour, says romance. Its silky feel and delicate notions of strawberry and nectarine only add to the charm. Super versatile with food, it’s the perfect wine for an impromptu brunch in bed. RIVAROSE BRUT PRESTIGE ROSÉ SPARKLING IGP Méditerranée, Salon de Provence, France, Charmat method 91 points (Stuart Pigott, jamessuckling.com) Light & Fruity 515288 (D) 750 ml $19.95 1

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 36.

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SPAIN

SPAIN / CATALONIA Cava is the signature sparkling wine of Spain. This one is ecologically minded, making it even easier to love. It’s bursting with honeysuckle, nectarine and peach along with hints of brioche and hazelnut. A fun way to fancify a movie night with popcorn or potato chips.

CASTELL D’OR CABARET ORGANIC BRUT CAVA DO, Spain, traditional method, vegan Gold (Selections Mondiales des Vins Canada) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 46348 (D) 750 ml $18.95 1 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 36.

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SPAIN / JEREZ Much like a shared sense of humour, ne Sherry can also be deliciously dry. This one showcases black dates, caramelized walnuts and dulce de leche, with a full body and lengthy nish. GONZÁLEZ BYASS ALFONSO SECO OLOROSO SHERRY DOP, Jerez, Spain 92 points (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com) Dry 954776 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 1 SPAIN / JEREZ Delicious as a sipper or in a cocktail, this sweet red Vermouth with its intense notes of orange peel, cinnamon and clove will set the mood for an intimate evening or a stylish celebration with friends. GONZÁLEZ BYASS LA COPA VERMOUTH ROJO Jerez, Spain 95 points (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Sweet 491712 (S) 750 ml $25.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 34.

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PORTUGAL

PORTUGAL / DOURO Talk about a classic: the stunning Douro Valley holds the prestige of being the world’s rst o cially demarcated wine region. This stylish, beautifully balanced wine oers dark fruit, oak and spice notes. Just the thing for a vegan dinner rendezvous. GLORIA RESERVA 2022 DOC Douro, Portugal, vegan (Vicente Faria) 94 points (International Wine & Spirit Competition) Medium-bodied & Fruity 146522 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 2

PORTUGAL / NORTHERN PORTUGAL Racy, vivacious and lively,

Vinho Verde comes from scenic oceanside vineyards in the north west of Portugal. This tongue tingling, vegan-friendly version delivers aromas and avours of zesty grapefruit. MURALHAS DE MONÇÃO VINHO VERDE 2024 DOC Vinho Verde, Monção e Melgaço, Portugal, vegan 88 points (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast ) Light & Crisp 80374 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 48.

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GREECE

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GREECE / NAOUSSA Xinomavro wines are famously stately and structured. This one from a swingin’ single vineyard in Naoussa showcases ripe raspberry, garden tomato, freshly ground pepper, and impressive body and balance. TARALAS RED SINGLE VINEYARD

XINOMAVRO 2020 PDO Naoussa, Greece Full-bodied & Firm 47890 (XD) 750 ml

$27.95 2

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 44.

AUSTRIA

RABL LANGENLOIS GRÜNER VELTLINER 2023 DAC Kamptal, Austria, sustainable 91 points (Peter Moser, falstaff.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 377457 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

AUSTRIA / KAMPTAL Grüner Veltliner is Austria’s gift to lovers of aromatic white wines. This sustainably grown version from vineyards northwest of Vienna brings a nuanced bouquet of oral and fruity notes along with a hint of honey.

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 41.

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GERMANY

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.

GERMANY / MOSEL This charming Riesling with a kiss of sweetness comes from the banks of the majestic Mosel River. Distinctly mineral, aromatic and nessed, it evokes ripe peach, pear, and lime cordial. GOLDSCHILD ÜRZIGER WÜRZGARTEN

RIESLING KABINETT 2023 Prädikatswein, Mosel, Germany (Moselland) Aromatic & Flavourful 45015 (MS) 750 ml

$21.95 2

New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 44.

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Great gifts

Should you give your valentine flowers or a box of chocolates? We’ve got some thing better: one of these wines from our newest Online & Flagship Exclusives collection. The seductive Domaine Queylus La Grande Réserve Pinot Noir 2019 from Niagara has floral notes. And for a touch of chocolate, try the Château La Prade 2015 from Bordeaux. Find these wines on LCBO.com or in our 16 flagship stores.

Shop these wines on LCBO.com or in our 16 flagship stores.

ONLINE & FLAGSHIP EXCLUSIVES

DOMAINE QUEYLUS LA GRANDE RÉSERVE PINOT NOIR 2019 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Seductive, fresh and floral, with red plum, cranberry and nutmeg. Impactful and long. 95 points (leahspooner-wine.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 21533 (XD) 750 ml $65.95 2

JOIE FARM PINOT NOIR 2022 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia Evocative mature notes under ripe red and dark fruit, earth and spice. Concentrated and impressive. Drink by 2027+. 92 points (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 454819 (XD) 750 ml $47.95 2

DOMAINE QUEYLUS RÉSERVE DU DOMAINE CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Aromatic, with well-fashioned Bench fruit and a refined, lime-infused minerality. Drink through 2027+. 92 points (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Rich 417832 (XD) 750 ml $48.70 2

CHÂTEAU DEVISE D’ARDILLEY HAUTŒMÉDOC 2016

AOC, Cru Bourgeois, Bordeaux, France Matured to perfection. Balanced, with juicy fruitiness as well as a solid framework. 91 points (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast ) Medium-bodied & Fruity 48270 (XD) 750 ml $33.95 1 New at Vintages

DOMAINE DE POUILLY CUVÉE PRESTIGE POUILLYŒFUISSÉ 2023 AOC, Burgundy, France Powerful, rich and complex. As it ages, seductive hints of truffle and almond will emerge. Drink through 2033. Full-bodied & Rich 42214 (XD) 750 ml $65.95 2

CHÂTEAU LA PRADE 2015 AOC Francs – Côtes de Bordeaux, France (Nicolas Thienpont) A soft, juicy wine with plum, chocolate and

some violets. Drink through 2030. 92 points (jamessuckling.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 189258 (XD) 750 ml

$38.95 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 37 TO 43.

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MICHELLE PHILIPON DERRIÈRE LE CRAIS SANTENAY 2023 AOC, Burgundy, France Floral and quite plush, with well-defined fruit touching on black raspberry, cherry and strawberry. Drink through 2030. Medium-bodied & Fruity 29757 (XD) 750 ml $57.95 2

DOMAINE DE TERRES BLANCHES SANCERRE 2023 AOC, Loire, France Floral and herbaceous, built on a foundation of limestone mineral. Pair with seafood or a

PIERRE GIRARDIN LES ABEILLES CHARDONNAY 2023 France From vines planted in 1959. Expect ripe tree fruit and bright citrus in an impeccably balanced wine. Light & Crisp 47953 (XD) 750 ml $103.95 2 New at Vintages

goat cheese omelette. Aromatic & Flavourful 47326 (XD) 750 ml

$41.95 2

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TSELEPOS DRIOPI RESERVE NEMÉA 2022 PDO Neméa, Greece

COL D’ORCIA OLMAIA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 IGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy

FRESCOBALDI BENEFIZIO CASTELLO DI POMINO RISERVA BLANCO 2023 DOC Pomino Bianco, Tuscany, Italy Textured, silky palate, medium body, zesty integrated acidity, and a vibrant citrus aftertaste. 93 points (jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 332247 (XD) 750 ml $42.95 1

100% Agiorgitiko matured for 12 months in French oak. Exuberant notions of red fruit,

Almost behaves like a Sangiovese, with dark plum and blackberry. Drink date: 20262038. 93 points (Monica Larner,

eucalyptus and herbs. Full-bodied & Smooth 491886 (XD) 750 ml

robertparker.com) Full-bodied & Firm 16668 (XD) 750 ml

$36.95 2

$77.95 2

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TORONTO / Summerhill & Yonge • Queens Quay & Cooper St. • Laird Dr. south of Eglinton

VAN LOGGERENBERG HIGH HOPES SYRAH/GRENACHE 2023 WO Swartland, South Africa Perfumed lavender, red berry, earth, and savoury herbs. Elegant and long. Enjoy through mid-2040s. 95 points (Neal Martin, vinous.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 48106 (XD) 750 ml $31.95 2 New at Vintages

VITTORE FORMULA ANCESTRAL RESERVA VERMOUTH Valencia, Spain (Cherubino Valsangiacomo)

• Bloor & Royal York Rd. • Bayview Village • Avenue Rd. south of Wilson • Bay & Bloor • Spadina & Front • Dupont & Spadina OAKVILLE / Cornwall Dr. & Trafalgar Rd. WOODBRIDGE / Hwy. 7 & Weston Rd. COLLINGWOOD / First & Pine OTTAWA / Rideau St. & King Edward • Woodroffe & Carling ORLEANS / Innes & Tenth Line HAWKESBURY / Hwy. 17 & Tupper St.

Complex and spicy, with toasty shading from six months in oak. Candied citrus peel on the sweet-and-tangy finish. Sweet 47016 (S) 750 ml $24.95 2 New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 35 TO 47.

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FIND LOCAL

An insider’s guide to great Ontario wines.

I love it

because... It has aromas and flavours of lime, green apple and flowers, with amazing acidity. 1. —. The methode cuve close preserves the lively character of the Riesling. Your valentine will be smitten with you when you gift them a bottle. 3.

Sean Adams Ontario Wine Buyer

Say it with

sparkling

No need to come up with a big speech to tell your valentine how you feel about them – it’s written right there on the bottle! This fun, lively sparkler is made from Riesling hand-picked from Back 10’s own vineyard and bursts with apple, melon, pear and mineral. One sip and you’ll be... I think you get it.

BACK 10 SMITTEN SPARKLING 2024 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, methode cuve close 14440 (M) 750 ml $25.95 1 Light & Fruity

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 35.

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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

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.

GONZÁLEZ BYASS ALFONSO SECO OLOROSO SHERRY DOP, Jerez, Spain

Burnt sugar, black dates, caramelized walnuts and a light rancio hint. Dry and round, with a full body and a lengthy finish. Caramel, dulce de leche and walnut biscuits in the finish. Drink now. Score: 92 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, June 28, 2024) Dry 954776 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 1 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines

GONZÁLEZ BYASS LA COPA VERMOUTH ROJO Jerez, Spain

... superbly complex, redolent of both fresh and dried orange peel, cinnamon and clove and all manner of North African and exotic eastern spices ... surely one of the most intense aromatic experiences I can remember (and pleasant). The palate is sweet but not heavy, just dripping with flavour, nutmeg, loads of clove, medicinal in the right way. I’d sip it on the rocks, but if using in a cocktail be aware that a little will go a very long way. Outstanding stuff. Tasted June 2017. Score: 95 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Sweet 491712 (S) 750 ml $25.95 2 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines

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SPARKLING WINE BACK 10 SMITTEN SPARKLING 2024 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, methode cuve close This lively, fun sparkling Riesling comprises select hand-picked grapes from Back 10’s own vineyard. These grapes are a 50/50 split of the Alsatian 239 Riesling clone and Niagara’s famous “Weiss” clone 21B. Minimal skin contact preserves the purity and integrity of the juice, revealing apple, melon, pear and mineral. Fresh, vibrant and balanced. Light & Fruity 14440 (M) 750 ml $25.95 1 Featured in Local Find

VITTORE FORMULA ANCESTRAL RESERVA VERMOUTH Valencia, Spain (Cherubino Valsangiacomo)

The oldest Vermouth in Valencia, this has been produced by the Valsangiacomo family since 1905. It’s complex and spicy, with toasty shading from six months in oak. Look for candied citrus peel on the long, sweet-and-tangy finish. Sweet 47016 (S) 750 ml $24.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

DIVERGENCE HUGHES VINEYARD BRUT ROSÉ SPARKLING 2021 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, traditional method

ICEWINE

HINTERBROOK NOMAD RIESLING ICEWINE 2019 6 VQA Niagara Lakeshore, Ontario

... It shows an inviting salmon colour in the glass with a vigorous bead and lovely strawberries, wild raspberries, cherries, cranberries, and lime zest. It’s wonderfully dry and vibrant with a firm, persistent bubble as it takes on a more earthy tone on the palate adding complexity to the pure red berries, subtle note of anise, toasty almonds, and mouth watering acidity, giving this delicious sparkler lift and finesse through the finish. Score: 93 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, May 22, 2024) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 49617 (XD) 750 ml $39.95 2 KEW PINOT MEUNIER NATURAL BRUT SPARKLING 2019 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, traditional method ... Next to if not zero dosage in a feathery, oxidative, ever so lightly toasted example of pinot dominated sparkling wine. Actually shows some richness and creamy character on the palate and so along with the direct and intense leaning aromas there is nothing but winning combination on offer. Good tannic presence at the finish so this should continue to age gracefully. Drink 2023¡2026. Tasted blind at NWAC 2023, June 2023. Score: 91 (Michael Godel, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 49602 (XD) 750 ml $32.95 1

Hinterbrook Nomad 2019 Riesling Icewine (375 ml) is a sweet and delightful mouth-watering Riesling dessert wine, nicely balanced showing aromas and flavours of elderflower, dried sweet apricots and honey on the palate with a vibrant and long finish. Enjoy it chilled with a dark chocolate terrine. Drink date: 2024¡2028. Score: 90 (nataliemaclean.com,

Sept. 21, 2024) Lusciously Sweet 38731 (S)

$47.95 2

375 ml

LAKEVIEW CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON ICEWINE 2017 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

Deep, rich burgundy colour in the glass with a bold nose of ripe black cherries, black currant jam, cherry kirsch and raspberry tart. It’s luxurious, complex and rich on the palate with velvety texture, compoted dark berries, sweet cherry/raspberry jam and a long, lush finish buoyed by mouth-watering acidity. Score: 93 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Jan. 17, 2022) Lusciously Sweet 471813 (S) 200 ml $29.95 2

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SPARKLING WINE CONT’D

LA GIOIOSA BRUT ROSÉ PROSECCO 2024 DOC, Italy, vegan

MARYNISSEN HERITAGE COLLECTION CHARMED SPARKLING 2021 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method The Heritage Collection was established to pay homage to Marynissen founder John Marynissen. This complex, characterful Charmat sparkler is a blend of Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Muscat and Vidal. It’s attractive and easy to enjoy, with nectarine, apple, peach, lemon, and a lively mousse. A refreshing, satisfying pairing for salty appetizers or charcuterie boards. Light & Fruity 25233 (D) 750 ml $17.95 1

Made from 85% Glera and 15% Pinot Noir, this elegant pink Prosecco offers pretty notes of rose petal, hibiscus, pomegranate and raspberry. Ideal with appetizers or brunch with friends. Light & Fruity 46347 (D) 750 ml $16.95 1 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines

CASTELL D’OR CABARET ORGANIC BRUT CAVA DO, Spain, traditional method, vegan This fizz spent more than 14 months in bottle where it developed layers of complexity and its fine, persistent mousse. It’s bursting with honey suckle, nectarine and peach along with hints of brioche and hazelnut. [Selections Mondiales des Vins Canada did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Selections Mondiales des Vins Canada, 2023) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 46348 (D) 750 ml $18.95 1 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines 4 Organic product CANADA £ WHITE WINE ONTARIO DOMAINE LE CLOS JORDANNE JORDAN VILLAGE CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA West Niagara, Niagara Peninsula Situated west of St. Catharines and the Welland Canal, the West Niagara appellation encompasses Beamsville Bench, Twenty Mile Bench, Short Hills Bench, Lincoln Lakeshore, Creek Shores and Vinemount Ridge. This wine blends fruit from a handful of renowned vineyards to create an elegant, mineral-laced Chardonnay with notions of lemon drop, ripe pear, pineapple and melon. Full-bodied & Rich 20455 (XD) 750 ml $30.00 2

BOUVET EXCELLENCE CRÉMANT DE LOIRE BRUT ROSÉ SPARKLING AOP, France, traditional method

A fresh, fruity and tangy Cremant with aromas of apricots, frozen berries and sweet spices. It’s medium-bodied with a comforting character. Juicy and fruity with a similar finish. Drink now. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 18, 2024) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 959304 (D) 750 ml $24.95 1

RIVAROSE BRUT PRESTIGE ROSÉ SPARKLING IGP Méditerranée, Salon de Provence, France, Charmat method If you like modern Provence rosés, then you should really enjoy this elegant sparkling rosé from the South of France that is at once silky and refreshing. Delicate strawberry and nectarine aromas. Fine mousse and a touch of wet stone minerality in the finish. Drink now. Score: 91 (Stuart Pigott, james suckling.com, March 31, 2024) Light & Fruity 515288 (D) 750 ml $19.95 1 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines

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DOMAINE QUEYLUS RÉSERVE DU DOMAINE CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

WENDING HOME PINOT GRIS 2021 6 VQA Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula Giesbrecht is particular about his Pinot Gris and doesn’t want consumers to confuse it with the lighter, dock sipper styles normally associated with this ubiquitous grape. “It’s not Grigio,” he says. “I’m more interested in complexity.” He achieves that here with a later pick, despite the misty, damp fall in 2021. It has a lifted nose with lovely floral notes, poached pear, peach, melon, and citrus. It’s rich on the palate with lanolin/beeswax notes, flecks of honey, peach tart, ripe pear, and lemon zest with a fairly bright finish. Score: 90 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Jan. 3, 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 44662 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2

Fine citrus, white-fleshed fruit aromatics and integrated wood notes lead on this well balanced and stylish chardonnay from Queylus, all bench fruit with more than a splash of limey-mineral character. It sits comfortably on the palate, drawing saliva and filling the mouth without heaviness, suave and composed. Excellent length. Drink or hold late into the decade. Tasted July 2024. Score: 92 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Rich 417832 (XD) 750 ml $48.70 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

CANADA ¥ RED WINE ONTARIO

CLOUDSLEY END OF THE ROAD VINEYARD PINOT NOIR 2021 6

VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment ... aged in French oak barriques, 23% new oak, for 18 months. This usually shows more of a New World personality but in 2021 it’s less robust and more elegant than the 2020 version. The nose shows pure dark cherries, fresh wild raspberries, floral notes and just hinting at oak spices. It’s juicy and smooth on the palate with all those ripe red berries showing up to go with integrated earthy/ savoury notes, some meaty notes and a lifted, fresh finish. Can cellar through 2030. Score: 92 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Dec. 17, 2024)

ORGANIZED CRIME SAUVIGNON BLANC 2023 6

VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment A crisp, dry, racy and fresh Sauvignon Blanc with lots of lemon and lime, fresh green herb notes and a long zippy finish. Score: 90 (Rhys Pender, MW, winealign.com, undated) Aromatic & Flavourful 396275 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 1

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CREEKSIDE RED TRACTOR CABERNET/MERLOT 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

VQA Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula

From Niagara’s stunning 2020 vintage, this Cabernet/Merlot blend is a generous, complex, easy to enjoy wine. It has layered dark and red fruit, blackberry, oak spice, savoury herbs, earth, chocolate, and a luxurious mouthfeel. The producer suggests pairing it with a lentil-mushroom ragout or grilled burgers. [All Canadian Wine Championships did not include a tasting note.] Score: Double Gold (All Canadian Wine Championships, 2023)

There is a lovely floral note on the nose followed by white peach, fresh cut lemons, a vein of salinity and pear skin. It has enticing steely/slatey minerality notes on the palate with peach, yellow apples, a riot of citrus zest, and a touch of savouriness on a rousing, lifted finish. It has 7.7 g/L residual sugar but it’s nicely balanced by the racy acidity. Can cellar through 2030. Score: 90 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, April 14, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 49603 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

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CANADA – RED WINE CONT’D ONTARIO DOMAINE QUEYLUS LA GRANDE RÉSERVE PINOT NOIR 2019 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

SOREN BOUNDARY SPRING RED BLEND 2022 6 BC VQA Similkameen Valley

... 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc, 18% Merlot, 12% Malbec, and 5% Syrah from a single vineyard, it bursts with fragrant desert herbs, Black Sage, savoury dark fruit, plum, tobacco, and earthy notes. The palate repeats with fine integrated tannins, savoury and drying, making this a wonder ful wine to enjoy with hearty dishes, braised, or charcoal-grilled steaks and root vegetables. Showing great now, it will continue to evolve over the next 5+ years but no need to wait ... Score: 93 (Matt Steeves, quercusvino.ca, July 31, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 46480 (XD) 750 ml $38.95 2 CANADA – ROSÉ WINE ONTARIO PENINSULA RIDGE BEAL VINEYARD CABERNET ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment Medium pink-red; notable green/pyrazines on the nose. Broad, fleshy palate, well-rounded with good to very good flavour intensity and long finish. Substantial, meaty rosé dry, offering pleasure and substance. Tasted blind at NWAC June 2025. Score: 91 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Dry 177840 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 1

An elegantly poised Pinot by Kelly Mason, a wine maker whose brilliance has led to a cult-following of those in the know. Seductive floral aromas overtake the introduction, followed by red plums and violets. The palate is light-bodied, ethereal even, but built with freshness, and is lively and complex. Cranberry, nutmeg and a touch of iron add layers atop of powdery, fine tannins that culminate on a long, impactful finish. Score: 95 (leahspooner-wine.com, Feb. 2025)

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TAWSE GROWERS BLEND CABERNET FRANC 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

The excellent 2020 vintage in Niagara has been very kind to cabernet franc ... The nose is fairly generous with raspberry and redcurrant fruit, fresh herbs and oak resin and spice ... There is a sense of fine proportion and completeness ... Sept. 2024. Re-tasted in Sept 2025 this is showing a year of bottle age with the onset of some leather and graphite amid the ripe, almost jammy raspberry fruit and wood spice ... Best now to 2028. Score: 91 (David Lawrason, winealign.com)

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ARGENTINA – RED WINE

BRITISH COLUMBIA JOIE FARM PINOT NOIR 2022 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley

CASARENA ESTATE LUJÁN DE CUYO MALBEC 2023 Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza

... a delicate array of savoury and sultry red fruit, damp earth and caraway spice, quite evolved at this stage and likely approaching peak if you’re looking to enjoy the remaining red cherry, currant and pomegranate flavours ... A solid wine, and value, for pinotphiles everywhere. Tasted May 2025. Score: 92 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com)

... a smooth red with no rough edges that moves through the mouth with its creamy tannins. In a warm year and especially, with yields decreased by frost, the harvest has arrived early and that undoubtedly resulted in the freshness of the fruit that comes through here. A safe bet for a barbe cue. [Enjoy through end of decade+.] Score: 90 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 46397 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

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CHILE RED WINE

DIAMANDES MALBEC 2021 Valle de Uco, vegan

CASAS DEL TOQUI LIMITED EDITION GRAN RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021 Alto Totihue, DO Valle de Cachapoal, sustainable A delicious and fruity interpretation of cabernet from Alto Cachapoal, about 600 meters up at the foot of the Andes. A layer of fresh herbs that accompanies ripe red fruits, the texture of the tannins is very fine, the acidity is lively, and fresh herbs appear once again on the finish. A prototype of the area’s style of cabernet sauvignon. To accompany stewed meats. Score: 92 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 37751 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

A very beautiful malbec with blackberry, cedar, stone and violet aromas and flavor. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins and a vivid finish. Sophistication and tension to this. [Enjoy through 2030+.] Score: 93 (jamessuckling.com, Feb. 7, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 47154 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

DE MARTINO ESTATE ORGANIC CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Valle del Maipo

SUR DE LOS ANDES RESERVA MALBEC/CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Mendoza This is a bright and spicy red blend showing pretty hazelnut and vanilla undertones to the blackcurrant and black plum fruit. Full-bodied, ripe and creamy, with rounded tannins and lively acidity. Drink or hold [through 2032]. Score: 91 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, March 19, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 411298 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month

Family-run since 1934, De Martino Estate has always been one of Chile’s leading quality-focused producers. This wine comes from Cabernet favouring gravel soils, was fermented using indigenous yeasts, and saw nearly eight months’ skin contact as well as a further nine ageing in French oak before being finished in concrete. Quite poised with good fruit, it will drink till 2030+. Full-bodied & Smooth 44678 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 4 Organic product

CHILE WHITE WINE

VICHUQUÉN SINGLE VINEYARD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 DO Valle de Curicó

MONTES LIMITED SELECTION CABERNET SAUVIGNON/CARMENÈRE 2022 DO Valle de Colchagua Chocolate, ripe plums and a touch of baked cherries. Plush and medium- to full-bodied on the palate with rich, juicy fruit and nicely grained tannins. Rich and opulent in style, but fresh and balanced. Cabernet sauvignon and carmenere. Drink now [through 2028]. Score: 91 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 12, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 292169 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2

Vichuquén [Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc comes from] the coast of Curicó, in Hualañé, next to the Mataquito River, and is a fresh and radiant expression of the acidity of an area that is not yet very well known for its coastal-influenced whites. It has a refreshing nose and is generous in herbal notes – one of those whites that add flavor to appetizers. Score: 92 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescor chados.cl, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 47112 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2

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AUSTRALIA – RED WINE FOWLES LADIES WHO SHOOT THEIR LUNCH WILD FERMENT SHIRAZ 2021 Victoria This is no Peppermint Pattie but it comes close, bringing a now-distinctive LWSTL peppery elegance to the glass. Wild ferments can be unpredictable, but this is a mighty strong follow-up to 2020 with a similar high level of intensity: black pepper, acacia, five-spice, licorice, black fruits and spice rolling long, clean and bright across the tongue. Tannins, supple and well-crafted, sit back in readiness for time in bottle – it can easily take 10 years – and they are girded for the journey. Drink from: 2024. Drink by: 2032. Special Value. Score: 95 (Jeni Port, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 7, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 243592 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2 This stylish mid-weight 2022 Shiraz delivers a powerful yet elegant Syrah expression with layers of licorice, old earth and spice well integrated with fine French oak. Genuine tannins and generous flavours are well balanced with chewy textures which make for an impressive package with all the pieces in place to be enjoyable over the medium term. Drink by: 2025¦2030. Score: 92 (Angus Hughson, winepilot.com, Oct. 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 15998 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 FRANKLAND ESTATE SHIRAZ 2022 Frankland River, Western Australia

SIDEWOOD SHIRAZ 2021 Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Individual parcels left for an extended maceration on skins, wild-yeast fermented in French barrels, matured for 15 months before final blending. The bouquet is expressive and multifaceted, with pepper, licorice and spice decorating the black fruits, dark chocolate and earth on the medium bodied palate. Its balance is flawless. Exceptional value. Drink from: 2023. Drink by: 2043. Special Value. Score: 96 (James Halliday, winecompanion.

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SISTER’S RUN BETHLEHEM BLOCK CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 Barossa, South Australia This single-block Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the Bethlehem Block, which is right in the heart of the Barossa. The wine is concentrated, bold, balanced and juicy, with an undeniably luxurious swagger and generous dark fruit, cassis, dried herbs, tobacco, oak spice and vanilla. Drink into the early 2030s. Full-bodied & Firm 360636 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE

HUGH HAMILTON THE VILLAIN CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 McLaren Vale, South Australia, vegan This wine has good fruit presence, showcasing plentiful black and red fruit, cassis, dried garden herbs, oak, tobacco and chocolate, with some sandalwood, cinnamon spice, and that intriguing McLaren Vale petrichor character emerging. Well made and balanced, it will drink through 2033. Full-bodied & Firm 489880 (XD) 750 ml $25.95 2

TWIN ISLANDS SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable (Nautilus)

Fresh and inviting, the bouquet shows green apple, rockmelon, lemongrass, and garden herb aromas, followed by a lively palate that’s juicy and refreshing. Upfront and immediately appealing. At its best: now to 2026. Score: 91 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Feb. 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 47832 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

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SOUTH AFRICA WHITE WINE WARWICK THE FIRST LADY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2025 WO Western Cape, sustainable Warwick was founded by the late Norma Ratcliffe in 1964. Originally from Alberta, the “first lady of South African winemaking” was the first female Cape Wine Master and one of the founders of the Cape Winemakers Guild. This Sauvignon Blanc is ripe and fresh, with lime, gooseberry, green fig, passion fruit, cut grass, and zesty acidity. Ideal for seafood. Aromatic & Flavourful 48092 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 1

AUSTRIA WHITE WINE

RABL LANGENLOIS GRÜNER VELTLINER 2023 DAC Kamptal, sustainable

Bright greenish yellow, silver reflections. Fine nuances of blossom honey and melon, a hint of yellow stone fruit, fruity bouquet. Medium body, white apple, delicately spicy, fine acidity, fresh structure, lime on the finish, versatile. Score: 91 (Peter Moser, falstaff.com, Sept. 8, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 377457 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines

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CATHEDRAL CELLAR TRIPTYCH 2022 WO Western Cape, sustainable (KWV) As its name suggests, Triptych is a three-way assemblage of Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Petit Verdot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Produced as a Bordeaux-style blend for the first time, it has scented 35% new wood, enticing dark chocolate, bramble and blackcurrant leaf flavours and impressive backbone for a wine at this price. Drink date: 2026 2031. Score: 92 (timatkin.com, South Africa

PIERRE GIRARDIN LES ABEILLES CHARDONNAY 2023 France

From a respected producer based in Jura, this wine is sourced from vines planted in 1959. Made in what locals in Jura call the “Burgundian style,” this Chardonnay is more about fresh fruit and less about the oxidative character that defines many Jura wines. Expect ripe tree fruit and bright citrus in an impeccably balanced wine. Light & Crisp 47953 (XD) 750 ml $103.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive BURGUNDY CHARLY NICOLLE LES FOURNEAUX ANTE MCMLXXX CHABLIS 1 ER CRU 2022 AOP Fabulously layered, revealing delightful aromas of ripe lemon and orchard fruit. Refreshing yet concentrated on the palate, with a deep, lemon core enveloped by elegant mineral tones. The finish is remarkably harmonious and lengthy with an attractive, saline twist. Exquisite! Score: 95 (International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2024) Light & Crisp 24945 (XD) 750 ml $59.95 2 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines

Special Report 2025 ) Full-bodied & Smooth 53124 (XD) 750 ml

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VAN LOGGERENBERG HIGH HOPES SYRAH/GRENACHE 2023 WO Swartland

The 2023 High Hopes does not include any Cinsault this year, with the Syrah whole-bunch fermented using submerged cap and aged in concrete, foudre and 300-liter French oak. It has a perfumed nose with wilted rose petal, peony and light loamy scents, tightly wound red berry fruit and hints of bergamot that develop with time. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannins, a wonderful silver thread of acidity and a pure, Côte-Rôtie finish – black olive tapenade on the aftertaste. Superb. Drinking window: 2026©2046. Score: 95 (Neal Martin, vinous.com, Sept. 19, 2024)

Medium-bodied & Fruity 48106 (XD) 750 ml

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FRANCE ‡ WHITE WINE CONT’D BURGUNDY DOMAINE DE POUILLY CUVÉE PRESTIGE POUILLY FUISSÉ 2023 AOC This wine is made from a blend of three revered vineyard plots situated in the heart of Pouilly itself, each complementing the others to deliver a powerful, rich, complex wine. As it ages, seductive hints of truffle and almond will emerge. Drink through 2033. Full-bodied & Rich 42214 (XD) 750 ml $65.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive DOMAINE YVON & LAURENT VOCORET FOURCHAUME CHABLIS 1 ER CRU 2023 AOC This is a terrific Fourchaume from Vocoret, rich, dense, intense and concentrated all the while remaining in the firm and sharp, chiselled Chablis idiom, with genuine, honest flavour depth, nour ished by lees ageing, also clearly very ripe – a part of the fruit is harvested slightly later to boost density. Length and depth are excellent – a brilliant bottle at a highly attractive price. Chablis lovers rejoice. Best from 2026 – it should have a long drinking window, just needs a few more months to come together. Tasted March 2025. Score: 93 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Light & Crisp 22776 (XD) 750 ml $58.95 2 LOIRE DOMAINE DE TERRES BLANCHES SANCERRE 2023 AOC This wine comes from a 12-hectare vineyard currently converting to organic agriculture. It spent six months ageing on the lees during vinification. Floral and herbaceous, it’s built on a foundation of limestone mineral. Pair with seafood or a goat cheese omelette. Aromatic & Flavourful 47326 (XD) 750 ml $41.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

DOMAINE JACKY MARTEAU TOURAINE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 AOC Brother and sister Rodolphe and Ludivine, who represent the fourth generation, oversee this family estate. They use skin contact on a portion of this wine, adding depth and intensity to the notes of leafy green herbs, crunchy veggies and zesty citrus. Aromatic & Flavourful 745349 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

FRANCE ‡ RED WINE BORDEAUX CAP ROYAL ROUGE BORDEAUX SUPÉRIEUR 2022 AOC, vegan

Spiced and dark-fruited character with hints of hazelnuts and wet stones. Medium-bodied with structured, slightly grainy tannins and bright fruit in the middle. It’s juicy and fresh with a bright aftertaste. Vegan. Drink now or hold. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, May 9, 2024)

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CHÂTEAU DEVISE D’ARDILLEY HAUT MÉDOC 2016 AOC, Cru Bourgeois

Situated just inland from the Pauillac vineyards, this estate has produced a wine that has a pre dominance of Cabernet Sauvignon. That gives the wine its good structure as well as its potential. It is balanced, with juicy fruitiness as well as a solid framework. Score: 91 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast , April 1, 2019)

Medium-bodied & Fruity 48270 (XD) 750 ml

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BURGUNDY MICHELLE PHILIPON DERRIÈRE LE CRAIS SANTENAY 2023 AOC This wine is floral and quite plush, with well-defined fruit touching on black raspberry, cherry and strawberry alongside some pepper spice and an earthy undertone. Drink through 2030.

CHÂTEAU FONTAINE DE L’AUBIER 2019 AOC Médoc, sustainable A very well-made Médoc with an attractive interplay of ripe currants, healthy tannins and lively acidity. With some aeration, graphite and savory notes add interest. I like the fleshiness at the finish, which helps harmonize the moderately tannic core. From organically grown grapes. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, Jan. 16, 2022)

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LANGUEDOC CHÂTEAU PAUL MAS CLOS DES MÛRES 2023 AOP Languedoc, sustainable Bags of herbal notes on the nose with added layers of brooding cherry and some sweet spice. The body is full and rich with meaty and lush dark fruits, sweet vanilla notes and ripe tannins on a fine finish. Score: 92 (International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 286393 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2 RHÔNE DOMAINE DU FOURNIER CÔTES DU RHÔNE VILLAGES SIGNARGUES 2022 AOP This wine exudes a sophisticated aromatic bouquet of Amarena cherry, rose petal and violets with ease. Even the first sip is round and silky, with more ripe blackberry, plum and black olive. Silty tannins and saline minerality complete the experience. Drink with a smile. Score: 93 (Anna Christina Cabrales, Wine Enthusiast , Nov. 1, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 47648 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

CHÂTEAU LA PRADE 2015 AOC Francs – Côtes de Bordeaux (Nicolas Thienpont)

A soft and juicy wine with plums, chocolate and some violets. Medium to full body and a round and caressing tannin texture. Flavorful finish. Drink in 2020 [through 2030] but already gorgeous. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, Feb. 2, 2018)

Medium-bodied & Fruity 189258 (XD) 750 ml

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BEAUJOLAIS CAVE DE JULIENAS CHAINTRE TRADITION BOIS DE LA SALLE SAINT AMOUR 2024 AOC Elegant, silky and seductive, this wine is made from Gamay harvested by hand from vineyards rich with granite, gravel, silty clay and schist. It delivers beautiful blackcurrant, cherry and raspberry fruit with some delicate spicy shading. Savour with coq au vin. Medium-bodied & Fruity 48273 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Our Most Romantic Wines

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