Vintages New Release Collection – January 24, 2026

MUST TRY CHILEAN WINES ALL UNDER $25

LOVE NOTES FROM NIAGARA

SATURDAY JANUARY 24, 2026

wines

of the month

Savoury and complex

PAJARU VIENTU APPASSIMENTO 2024 IGT Puglia, Italy, sustainable, vegan 47088 (D) 750 ml $19.95 2 The nose first presents black plums and boysenberries, then follows up with savory black olives, wild herbs and sweet tobacco. The palate layers more sweet, dark fruit with dark chocolate, then adds fresh, cool spearmint and fennel. Acid and salt create a bouncy mouthfeel. Score: 92 (Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast , Nov. 1, 2025)

Full-bodied & Smooth New at Vintages 4 Organic product

SAN PEDRO 1865 SELECTED VINEYARDS 2026 YEAR OF THE HORSE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 DO Valle del Maipo, Las Piedras, Chile 37911 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 3 A marked improvement on the last two vintages, this Cabernet Sauvignon now sits comfortably alongside the rest of the 1865 range. Sourced from younger vineyards on the second terrace of the Maipo River, it pairs aromas of mint and coffee bean with a palate of damson, cassis and liquorice and textured tannins. Drink date: 2027™2032. Score: 92 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2025) Full-bodied & Firm Featured in What Chile Does Best

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Did you know Chile’s viticultural heritage dates to the 1550s? The country is home to some of the oldest pre-phylloxera plantings of French varieties in the world. These ungrafted time capsules have been protected by Chile’s unique geographical situation; the same setting that has produced some of the world’s most exciting, diverse, value-priced wines. This selection – all under $25 – highlights what Chile does best. DOES BEST WHAT CHILE

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Vines and farmland nestle among mountain foothills in Coquimbo, Chile.

SAUVIGNON BLANC One of Chile’s greatest attributes is the value to be found in all its wines. This is best seen in the stunning, refreshing, mineral-driven Sauvignon Blancs produced in Casablanca and Leyda Valley.

VOLCANES DE CHILE RESERVA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 DO Valle de Leyda Chile’s volcanic soils are relatively young compared to places like Mount Etna in Sicily. In this Sauvignon Blanc, that geological “youth” translates to heightened aromatics, bolder fruit tones and a supple mouthfeel. Aromatic & Flavourful 47979 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 2 New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 26.

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The quality-to-price ratio of these wines truly has to be tasted to be believed.

CHARDONNAY Chilean Chardonnays lean to the tropical side of the flavour spectrum and are almost Californian in expression. Though such flavours are typically associated with warm growing areas, the cold Humboldt Current makes Chile’s coastal regions decidedly cool. Similarly, wines grown at altitude in the foothills of the Andes benefit from plentiful sunshine and cool temperatures. Chilean Chardonnays are defined by bold fruit, refreshing acidity and a sharply delineated minerality.

MONTES LIMITED SELECTION CHARDONNAY 2023 DO Aconcagua Costa Cool ocean breezes encourage a long, slow ripening period for the grapes in Aconcagua Costa, allowing Chardonnay to develop notably intense, forward tropical flavours without sacrificing balance or freshness. They also exhibit a refined saline character to their minerality. Full-bodied & Rich 44281 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 New at Vintages

Autumn in Valle del Maipo.

SANTA ALICIA GRAN RESERVA DE LOS ANDES CHARDONNAY 2024 Valle del Maipo This wine is sourced from the rocky colluvial soils of the foothills of the Andes. These soils are excellent for winemaking, as they force the vines’ roots to work harder and dig deeper to secure nutrients and water, resulting in smaller than typical berries with highly concentrated flavours. Full-bodied & Rich 406991 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2 New at Vintages

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CARMENÈRE Carmenère was initially misidentified as Merlot when both were first introduced to Chile from France in the 1850s. Coastal sites encourage structured, spicy, fresh examples, while warmer central plantings render luscious wines with rich black fruit. Carmenère from the foothills of the Andes reveals complex savoury and smoky characteristics.

CLOS DE LUZ MASSAL 1945 CARMENÈRE 2023 DO Valle de Cachapoal This wine comes from ungrafted vines planted in 1945. Heritage vineyard origins, yes, yet the wine reflects a truly modern style of Carmenère, showcasing freshness and ripeness alongside an unapologetically savoury herbal complexity. 94 points (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl) Full-bodied & Smooth 11861 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

ENCIERRA PUQUILLAY CARMENÈRE 2022 Valle de Colchagua As Maipo is to Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua is to Carmenère. Though household names like Montes and Lapostolle may lead the way, the quality found across the region has raised Carmenère from near obscurity as an occasional blending wine to a world-class single-varietal expression. 91 points (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 44679 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 26 TO 27.

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SYRAH Over the last decade or so, Chile’s finessed, ageable Syrahs have elbowed their way onto the world stage. These wines showcase a more structured style with more intense tannins than the grape reveals in other places. Those from coastal regions are also breath takingly elegant with striking balance and vibrancy.

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LEYDA COASTAL VINEYARDS CANELO SYRAH 2022 DO Valle de Leyda

The cold coastal influence is unmistakable here, shining through in the finessed, vibrant character this wine so effortlessly exudes. It’s ripe and lifted, with sharply defined blackberry and white pepper notes that evoke Côte Rôtie. 93 points (Zekun Shuai,

jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 42109 (XD) 750 ml

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE, SEE PAGE 27.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON Chile’s rich, boldly flavoured, complex, food-friendly Cabernets offer cassis, earth, savoury herbs, lifted mint and mineral notes. Some of the world’s oldest ungrafted pre-phylloxera Cabernet Sauvignon can be found here, as can many of the variety’s finest expressions.

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SAN PEDRO 1865 SELECTED VINEYARDS 2026 YEAR OF THE HORSE

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 DO Valle del Maipo, Las Piedras

Though winemaking in the historic Maipo Valley began in the 1540s, it wasn’t until the 1850s that French varieties were introduced. Maipo is home to the oldest Cabernet Sauvi gnon plantings in Chile and produces many of the country’s most celebrated expressions. 92 points (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com) Full-bodied & Firm 37911 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 3 Featured as our Wine of the Month Though not as famous as the neighbouring Maipo Valley, Cachapoal Valley has established a reputation for bold reds, particularly Car menère and Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabs from Cachapoal offer rich dark fruit, telling elegance and sophistication, and often (as in this case), stunning value. Full-bodied & Firm 44681 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2 New at Vintages PUNTÍ FERRER RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 DO Valle del Cachapoal

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SUSTAINABLE Enclosed by the Pacific Ocean, the Andes, the Atacama Desert and the Patagonian Icefields, Chile has been protected from incursions by the devastating phylloxera louse, allowing their varied, diverse valleys to remain pristine winemaking paradises. Recognizing their unique circumstances, Chile’s winemakers have embraced sustainable, organic and natural approaches to viticulture and have taken aggressive steps to preserve and enhance their natural advantages by adopting some of the most comprehensive sustainability practices in the world.

ERRÁZURIZ ACONCAGUA COSTA PINOT NOIR 2022 DO Aconcagua Costa, sustainable

EMILIANA NOVAS STELLAR SELECTION ORGANIC CABERNET SAUVIGNON/ SYRAH/CARIGNAN 2023 DO Valle del Maule, sustainable, vegan Committed to biodynamic farming since 2003 and with sites in Limarí, Maipo, Casablanca, Colchagua, Cachapoal and Maule, Emiliana is now the world’s largest organic and biody namic winery. Their success has made them an inspiration not only in Chile but across the globe. Medium-bodied & Fruity 35672 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 4 Organic & biodynamic product

A leader in sustainable winemaking, Errázuriz employs environmentally sensitive initiatives such as geothermal temperature control, gravity feeds in the winery, and solar panels. In the vineyards, they use integrated pest management and encourage healthy populations of native flora and fauna. 90 points (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 541151 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2

Sheep are naturally good at trimming vines and delivering fertilizer.

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGE 27.

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Putting care into action

Whether taking part in the Sustainable Winegrowing Ontario program or supporting Ukraine, Leaning Post is making moves on what matters most.

The Senchuks at a 2024 rally in support of Ukraine. ABOVE, LEFT: Nadia and Ilya Senchuk.

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LEANING POST CUVÉE WINONA 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario “This is about big, bold and beautiful flavours. A lot of red fruit on the nose but it’s all black fruit on the palate – blackberry, mulberry, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla. This is perfect with roast or anything from the barbecue, like fennel sausages. It’s delicious.” Nadia Senchuk Medium-bodied & Fruity 32020 (XD) 750 ml $28.95 2

In the years since husband-and-wife team Ilya and Nadia Senchuk started Leaning Post in 2011, the winery has grown to become a respected, award-winning Niagara producer. Becoming Sustainable Winegrowing Ontario certified in 2022 for both the winery and vineyard was a natural step in their quest to craft minimal-intervention wines. “We’re trying to do everything that we possibly can to be proper environmental stewards,” says co-owner Nadia Senchuk. “We don’t worry about Instagram-worthy vineyards. We’re mechanically weeding, so it’s not perfect. We’re not using any herbicides. Weeds are good! It promotes biodiversity, and it makes better wine.” Other environmental initiatives include reusing and recycling packaging and installing solar panels in 2025. Another cause close to the Senchuks’ hearts is Ukraine. “My husband and I are both of Ukrainian-Canadian origin,” says Senchuk. “At the start of the war, we were a collection centre for medical supplies, warm coats, diapers. Our entire patio was filled to the rafters with donations.” Their logistical know-how allowed them to get supplies to where they were most needed. Senchuk estimates that, to date, Leaning Post has donated $35,000 to the Canada-Ukraine foundation; a charity that supports Ukranians living through war in their home country and those who have found refuge in Canada. Speaking of Canada, Leaning Post are leaning into the “buy Canadian” movement. “I’ve personally visited 170 LCBO stores to do promotion of local wines,” says Senchuk. Buying local is, of course, an important way to keep money and jobs in Canada, but there’s also an environmental benefit, as local wines will have a far lower carbon footprint due to shorter shipping distances. “A focus on local wine is one of the best environmental decisions that you can make,” says Senchuk. Especially when that local winery is certified sustainable.

LEANING POST THE FIFTY CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario “This wine is fermented in concrete to build richness and texture. I want it to feel like an oaked Chardonnay but taste like an unoaked, with that green apple, pear and salinity. This is Chablis, but this is Ontario, and it’s something we’re really really proud of. Great pairings for this are poultry or creamy pastas. It’s beautiful with vegetarian dishes or seafood. So so so good.” Nadia Senchuk Light & Crisp 578864 (XD) 750 ml $26.95 1

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 24 TO 25.

LOCAL TALENT LOVE NOTES

Fine wine can transport the senses, engaging our imaginations and enhancing special moments. As a gift on Valentine’s Day, the right wine can cast a spell that weaves all the disparate elements of a romantic evening – the flowers, the food, the music, the emotions – together through the wordless poetry of the senses. “Where there is no wine, there is no love.” Euripides FROM NIAGARA

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Ravine Charmat Sparkling is a bright, zesty wine that reveals an energetic purity of expression. Crisp and tangy with orange, peach and honey notes, it’s an easy to enjoy, versatile wine that will be perfect with seafood, tapas, or a rich mushroom risotto. A blend of four grapes led by Riesling with Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Viognier, it also comprises wines from three vintages: 2020, 2021 and 2022. A charming way to let your valentine know that you love everything that goes into making them unique.

Peller Private Reserve Rosé 2024 is an attractive blend of mostly Pinot Noir with Gamay Noir, Pinot Meunier and a splash of Syrah. A few hours of skin contact fashions the copper-pink colour, while cool fermentation and ageing in stainless steel preserve the summery aromas and flavours of Niagara peach, wild strawberry, Rainier cherry, rhubarb and pomegranate. Sourced from certified-sustainable vineyards, the Private Reserve Rosé is a great way to show your valentine that you’re in it for the long haul.

Bachelder Les Villages Bench Pinot Noir 2023 is a journey into and through the Niagara Escarpment. Thomas Bachelder is famously focused on showcasing the distinctiveness of Niagara’s soil, and the Bench wines are reserve blends from select barrels of his best single-vineyard wines. Finessed and nuanced, with sour cherry, rhubarb, raspberry and a flinty minerality, Les Villages Bench Pinot Noir 2023 is an energetic love letter from Niagara composed by the Bench’s limestone rich soils. A remarkable wine that will show your valentine that they bring out the very best in you.

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the finer

points

RAVINE CHARMAT SPARKLING 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method “Lobster ravioli in brown-butter sage sauce finished with lemon zest makes a pairing that’s luxurious but not heavy. The wine’s lemon and orchard-fruit freshness lifts the richness of the lobster and brown butter, while the bubbles scrub the palate clean between bites.” (John Vetere, executive chef and director) Light & Fruity 49215 (D) 750 ml $24.95 2 New at Vintages PELLER PRIVATE RESERVE ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, sustainable “Is it too obvious to say Private Rosé and oysters for Valentine’s Day? The acidity and bright fruit in the wine is a lovely complement to the briny, fresh flavours of Canadian oysters. Pork tenderloin with a rhubarb-rosé reduction is a beautiful, indulgent pairing that feels romantic and celebratory.” (Katie Dickieson, winemaker) Medium-bodied & Dry 28531 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

BACHELDER LES VILLAGES BENCH PINOT NOIR 2023 6 VQA Niagara Escarpment “Pinot Noir itself is the most sexy, most scented, hedonistic and alluring of red wines! It’s a natural match for Valentine’s Day.” (Thomas Bachelder, co-owner and winemaker) 91 points (Magdalena Kaiser) Medium-bodied & Fruity 11582 (XD) 750 ml $34.95 2 LAKEVIEW CABERNET FRANC ICEWINE 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula “Pairing this wine with dark chocolate cheesecake is magical, incredibly opulent and memorable. The wine cuts through the dense cocoa and silky texture, brightening each bite and drawing out layers you didn’t notice at first.” (Scott McGregor, winemaker) 91 points (Michael Godel) Lusciously Sweet 53397 (S) 200 ml $34.95 2

Lakeview Cabernet Franc Icewine 2022 offers ripe red berry, wild strawberry, raspberry, subtle cherry, and a gentle hint of spice. This rich, opulent wine slows the moment down and turns the end of the meal into its own experience. A gift that allows one that oh-so-rare pause to celebrate the excitement of a new love or to reflect upon the memories of a lifetime spent together.

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 23 TO 25.

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PRODUCT NOTES

SAKE

SHO CHIKU BAI JYOSEN SAKE* Kyoto, Japan (Takara Shuzo)

Made using Kuratsuki Hanbei yeast, this sake is smooth and mellow, with rich rice flavour and a crisp, dry finish. Lovely with grilled mackerel or traditional sushi. 47734 (XD) 720 ml $16.95 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.

SHO CHIKU BAI KYOTO JUNMAI SAKE* Kyoto, Japan (Takara Shuzo)

This sophisticated sake is brewed with Fushimizu: the famous water of Fushimi, Kyoto. Subtle aromas reminiscent of French vanilla ice cream and carda mom lead into a soft, creamy palate with a silky texture and flavours of lightly seasoned cream of wheat and honeydew. Sip with chicken korma or

squash-blossom risotto. 47735 (XD) 720 ml

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FORTIFIED WINE SHERRY SÁNCHEZ ROMATE FINO SHERRY DO Jerez, Spain Intense and focused, with excellent freshness, notes of apple, white pepper and toffee, and a notably powerful character. An engaging, value priced Fino. Dry 349357 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2

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ICEWINE

SPARKLING WINE

LAKEVIEW CABERNET FRANC ICEWINE 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

RAVINE CHARMAT SPARKLING 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method

A thick and ultra flavourful elixir through the herbal and herbaceous character of cabernet franc made into real, intense and vivid Icewine. Like a granita made with cranberry, cherry and liquid pepper, performative and gregarious. Sufficient acidity (at 10.9 g/L) keeps the energy alive and yes this repre sents the category well, but its sweetness ... feels to be everything. Drink 2025¥2028. Tasted July 2025. Score: 91 (Michael Godel, winealign.com) Lusciously Sweet 53397 (S) 200 ml $34.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

This wine is a blend of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Viognier sourced from the 2020, 2021 and 2023 vintages. It’s aromatic and lifted on the nose, with a crisp, tangy flavour profile. Lots to love here, with orange, peach, apple, honey, and a mouth-watering acidity. Food-friendly and versatile, it will be great with charcuterie, seafood, or simply as a zesty sipper. Light & Fruity 49215 (D) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

BOUVET SAPHIR SAUMUR BRUT VINTAGE SPARKLING 2022 AOP Saumur, Loire, France, traditional method

MAGNOTTA LIMITED EDITION RIESLING ICEWINE 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

Intensely aromatic and fruity, this Icewine delivers ripe apple, pear, apricot and peach. It’s exquisitely rich and honeyed on the palate, with a long, concentrated finish balanced by vibrant, lemony acidity. Serve with rich cheeses. Lusciously Sweet 33546 (S) 375 ml $49.95 2

A precise, succulent and textural Saumur with notes of apples, ripe pears and sweet spices. Medium bodied with fresh acidity. Bright and agile, with fine bubbles and a focused finish of excellent length. Drink or hold. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 18, 2024) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 44203 (D) 750 ml $23.95 2

CANADA š WHITE WINE ONTARIO DIVERGENCE CREEK ROAD VINEYARD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2023 6

DEALCOHOLIZED WINE WHITE WINE LES GRANDS CHAIS DE FRANCE BRUT D’ARGENT FREE CHARDONNAY SPARKLING France

VQA Four Mile Creek, Niagara-on-the-Lake Vinified and aged for 10 months in French oak, this zesty wine is incredibly ripe and has the perfect balance of acidity and soft texture. Drink now through 2029. [National Wine Awards of Canada did not include a tasting note.] Score: 92 (National Wine Awards of Canada, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 49231 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

This dealcoholized wine is made from 100% Chardonnay. After a traditional vinification, dealcoholization is carried out using a state-of the-art vacuum distillation process. The finished product displays a lovely harmony of sweetness and vibrancy. Drink through 2027. Light & Crisp 46891 (MS) 750 ml $14.95 1

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CANADA WHITE WINE CONT’D ONTARIO KACABA RESERVE RIESLING 2023 6 VQA Niagara Lakeshore, Niagara-on-the-Lake, vegan ... The grapes for this wine receive extra hang time, harvested at the beginning of November, to enhance flavour concentration. Lemon-lime and honey overlay pear and candy-apple notes. A vivaciously mineral core expands to all edges of the palate with bursts of ripe acidity zapping a high tempo pulse of brilliance in every sip. This Ontario Riesling is energetic and wonderfully balanced. Excellent finish. Drink now or cellar until 2030. Score: 95 (Leah Spooner, leahspooner-wine.com, Sept. 2025)

BACHELDER LES VILLAGES BENCH PINOT NOIR 2023 6 VQA Niagara Escarpment ... an expressive introduction to the nuance of Niagara Escarpment Pinot Noir ... aromas of bright morello cherries, tart cranberries, and a subtle flinty edge that hints at the area’s limestone-rich soils. Smooth tannins frame flavours of rhubarb, sour cherries, and wild raspberries. A saline thread runs through, giving the wine energy and length alongside fresh acidity. It is a lovely Pinot with finesse, hinting at the precision found in Bachel der’s single-vineyard cuvées. Drinking window: 2025£2033. Score: 91 (Magdalena Kaiser,

decanter.com, April 2025) Medium-bodied & Fruity 11582 (XD) 750 ml Featured in Local Talent

$34.95 2

Off-dry & Fruity 404087 (D)

$24.15 2

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CLOUDSLEY TWENTY MILE BENCH PINOT NOIR 2021 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment Earthy and savoury in nature, this single-vineyard Pinot from Cloudsley opens with hints of purple iris, ripe raspberries and fresh rosemary. The palate is layered with wild blueberries and red currants, framed by fine tannins that offer structure and poise based in minerality. There’s a lovely energy to this wine – concentrated yet lifted, with remarkable clarity ... Drinking window: 2025£2031. Score: 94 (Magdalena Kaiser, decanter.com, June 30, 2025)

LEANING POST THE FIFTY CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

The 2023 vintage in Niagara was beautiful, warm and sunny throughout, but with very small yields. As a result, wines are very concentrated with great acidity. This elegant Chardonnay was vinified in concrete with ambient yeast and aged on the lees for nine months. Evoking pineapple, nectarine, lemon curd, orange blossom and wet stones, it’ll pair well with lemon-roasted chicken or turkey. Light & Crisp 578864 (XD) 750 ml $26.95 1 Featured in Good Partners

Medium-bodied & Fruity 11665 (XD) 750 ml

$36.95 2

GRANGE OF PRINCE EDWARD VICTORIA BLOCK GAMAY 2023 6 VQA Prince Edward County

CANADA RED WINE ONTARIO 13 TH STREET MERLOT 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

Tart-sweet red berries, cherries, and cranberries lead unabashedly here, with pleasing undertones of dried herbs and violets. I love that the palate telegraphs its Prince Edward County origin – there is energy and a feeling of lightness on the palate – lively acidity, tart red fruit, and fine, almost non existent tannins. The finish is cheerful and perky. Tasted Nov. 2025. Score: 91 (Megha Jandhyala,

Made from 100% Merlot, this plush, spicy wine has notions of blackberry compote, ripe plum, fruitcake, licorice and peppercorn. Pair it with roast lamb or

a rich beef ragù pasta. Medium-bodied & Fruity 270504 (XD) 750 ml

S.J.D., winealign.com) Light-bodied & Fruity 49216 (XD) 750 ml

$21.95 2

$25.95 2

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CANADA £ ROSÉ WINE ONTARIO PELLER PRIVATE RESERVE ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, sustainable This wine is vibrant, engaging, fun, easy to enjoy, and oh-so bright and generous. It shows plentiful red fruit, cherry, apple, rhubarb, melon and straw berry, with a mouth-watering, food-friendly acidity. A wine that will bring a touch of summer joy to any meal and add a lithe charm to a special Valentine’s Day dinner. Medium-bodied & Dry 28531 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1 Featured in Local Talent

KEW SOLDIER’S GRANT 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

Soldier’s Grant is a blend of 38% Cabernet Franc, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, made partially in the appassimento process and matured in French oak for eighteen months. The oak does present an obvious, resinous/varnished note on the nose here atop the ripe currant/raspberry fruit. Also considerable herbality. It is medium-full bodied, warm, shrubby and earthy on the palate. And quite tannic now. Excellent length! I would cellar this about three years – it could go ten, and the oak will subside. Tasted Nov. 2025. Score: 90 (David

Lawrason, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 367318 (XD) 750 ml

$24.95 2

ARGENTINA £ WHITE WINE

LAKEVIEW CABERNET FRANC 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula Aromatic with notes of dried flowers, potpourri, mixed dark berries and marzipan. The palate is quite complex and elegant, medium bodied with a nice texture and flavours of red currant, savoury dried herbs and some spicy mineral notes on the finish. Score: 93 (Rhys Pender, MW, winealign.com)

ATREVIDA CHARDONNAY 2023 Mendoza, vegan (55 Malbec SA)

A chardonnay that shows precision of fruit. Lemon peel, green pineapple, fine lees and a hint of flint. Medium-bodied and fresh on the palate with lovely dryness. Drink now. Score: 92 (Zekun Shuai, james suckling.com, Jan. 31, 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 46402 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

Medium-bodied & Fruity 44407 (XD) 750 ml

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LEANING POST CUVÉE WINONA 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula The Merlot for this blend was fermented in an open-top stainless steel tank while the Cabernet Franc was fermented in concrete. Both were aged 14 months in oak barrels before being blended and then bottled unfined and unfiltered. The result is a ripe, broad-shouldered wine with lifted floral tones atop cassis, blackberry, raspberry, savoury Cab Franc herbal notes, chocolate, and graphite edged minerality. Drink through 2030.

ARGENTINA £ RED WINE

LUZ DE NOCHE MALBEC 2022 Mendoza (Felipe Staiti)

A medium-bodied red with note of blueberries and mulberries, hints of savory herbs and dried earth. It has soft and silky tannins, smooth texture and a juicy blue-fruited character. Creamy finish. Drink now. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, Feb. 15, 2023)

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ARGENTINA — RED WINE CONT’D

SANTA ALICIA GRAN RESERVA DE LOS ANDES CHARDONNAY 2024 Valle del Maipo

THE OWL & THE DUST DEVIL REMOLINOS VINEYARD MALBEC 2021 Agrelo, Mendoza This is a selection of vines grown on sandy soils in Decero’s vineyard in Alto Agrelo. Aged for 14 months in barrels (20% new oak), this is a red with a juicy and fruity expression of the variety, very much in the style of the new Agrelo malbecs, which usually have this profile of tart cherries and flowers. The body has firm tannins and friendly acidity in a red that’s both very well balanced and very juicy. Score: 92 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 36310 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

Made in a rich, robust style without sacrificing elegance, this Chardonnay delivers ripe tropical fruit and toasty notes and a bright, balanced finish. Pair with roast pork or carnitas. Full-bodied & Rich 406991 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2 Featured in What Chile Does Best

VOLCANES DE CHILE RESERVA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 DO Valle de Leyda

How do you make a value-priced Sauvignon Blanc bursting with lime, grapefruit, lemon, garden herbs and gentle spice even more exciting? You source the wine from volcanic soils. Minerality in wine can be difficult for many to identify, but wines sourced from volcanic soils have such an immediate, distinct character – often described as a salty sweetness – that everyone can experience an “aha!” moment. Aromatic & Flavourful 47979 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 2 Featured in What Chile Does Best

RETO DEEP SOILS MALBEC 2023 Mendoza (Colosso Wines)

This is a juicy and inviting malbec that has aromas of plums, cherries, cocoa and violets. It’s medium bodied, silky and fruity. Drink now. Score: 90 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, March 25, 2024)

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CHILE — RED WINE

CLOS DE LUZ MASSAL 1945 CARMENÈRE 2023 DO Valle de Cachapoal

CHILE — WHITE WINE

MONTES LIMITED SELECTION CHARDONNAY 2023 DO Aconcagua Costa

Massal 1945 comes from Clos de Luz’s oldest blocks in the Almahue Valley, planted in 1945, and is a very clear example of the variety in one of the most traditional areas for carmenere in Chile. The nose is pure notes of sweet peppers, the palate is full of red fruits, and the tannin texture is firm without being aggressive. A mouthwatering wine full of fruits that shows the carmenere bare, with no complexes, and offering all its herbal side. [Drink through 2033+.] Score: 94 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 11861 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in What Chile Does Best

Unoaked and modern, this Chardonnay has a broad appeal that will satisfy a wide range of palates, and this is all accomplished without sacrificing an emphasis on fruit and terroir. It was aged in concrete eggs, preserving even the most subtle aromas and flavours. Bright and fresh, with mango, pineapple and papaya. Sip or pair with sushi. Full-bodied & Rich 44281 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 Featured in What Chile Does Best

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EMILIANA NOVAS STELLAR SELECTION ORGANIC CABERNET SAUVIGNON/ SYRAH/CARIGNAN 2023 DO Valle del Maule, sustainable, vegan A deft demonstration of Chile’s prowess with French varieties, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Carignan reveals wonderful purity and transparency. Like the best of ensembles, the component elements all shine while creating a seamless, balanced, thoroughly satisfying experi ence. Look for mixed red and dark fruit, savoury herbs, spice, and an earthy undertone. Drink now through 2028+.

LEYDA COASTAL VINEYARDS CANELO SYRAH 2022 DO Valle de Leyda Rich black cherries and spices with a hint of rosemary. Quite juicy and bright, with a medium to full body and firm, dusty tannins. Flavorful and succulent in the finish. 35% whole bunches. Drink from 2026 [through 2032+]. Score: 93 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, April 14, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 42109 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2 Featured in What Chile Does Best

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PUNTÍ FERRER RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 DO Valle del Cachapoal

ENCIERRA PUQUILLAY CARMENÈRE 2022 Valle de Colchagua

This wine was aged for one year in 500-litre barrels. It’s well-made, sleek and grippy, with a notable ripeness courtesy of the hot 2023 growing season. There’s a nice mix of dark fruit, savoury herbs, forest floor, and nuanced spice. Balanced and well-composed, this will drink through 2030. Full-bodied & Firm 44681 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2 Featured in What Chile Does Best SAN PEDRO 1865 SELECTED VINEYARDS 2026 YEAR OF THE HORSE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 DO Valle del Maipo, Las Piedras A marked improvement on the last two vintages, this Cabernet Sauvignon now sits comfortably alongside the rest of the 1865 range. Sourced from younger vineyards on the second terrace of the Maipo River, it pairs aromas of mint and coffee bean with a palate of damson, cassis and liquorice and textured tannins. Drink date: 2027¢2032. Score: 92 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2025 ) Full-bodied & Firm 37911 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 3 Featured as our Wine of the Month and in What Chile Does Best

Red-tea, brambleberry, orange and licorice aromas here. Medium-bodied, supple and juicy, with berry soaked tannins and a silky finish. Delicious now [through end of the decade+]. Score: 91 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, March 12, 2024)

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ERRÁZURIZ ACONCAGUA COSTA PINOT NOIR 2022 DO Aconcagua Costa, sustainable

Errázuriz have made a speciality out of growing Pinot Noir on the Aconcagua Costa. This is all about structure, focus and depth of colour, with understated 10% new wood and a greater foudre component, black cherry and pomegranate flavours, sinewy tannins and a mineral core. Drink date: 2025¢2029. Score: 90 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2024 ) Medium-bodied & Fruity 541151 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2 Featured in What Chile Does Best

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AUSTRALIA ™ RED WINE

FALCONHEAD MARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable

CHÂTEAU TANUNDA GRAND BAROSSA YEAR OF THE HORSE LIMITED RESERVE SHIRAZ 2024 Barossa, South Australia

Totally classic expression with the vibrato of cool climate Marlborough, backbone of acidity and core fruit flavours of apple and citrus, tropical fruit tea and a fine basil-sage herbaceous imprint. Dry with a fine layer of fruit spice, crisp and dry, fruity and varietal. Best drinking from day of purchase through end of summer 2026+. Excellent. Score: 93 (Cameron Douglas, MS, camdouglasms.com, Feb. 1, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 48089 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

Bottled in celebration of the Year of the Horse, this Shiraz spent over a year maturing in oak barrels. It showcases classic Barossa Shiraz characteristics of rich dark berries, plum, Black Forest cake and sweet spices. Drink through 2035 with beef or lamb. Full-bodied & Smooth 45412 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts

NEW ZEALAND ™ WHITE WINE

GIESEN UNCHARTED SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, sustainable It’s splendidly aromatic on the nose, with notes of green apple, apricot, kiwifruit, and lemon zest. The palate delivers excellent vibrancy with juicy acidity, making it flavoursome and immediately appealing. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, July 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 26132 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2

OHAU WOVEN STONE SINGLE VINEYARD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Ohau, North Island, sustainable, vegan It’s brightly expressed on the nose, showing green apple, apricot, and lemon zest aromas, followed by a lively palate that displays lovely vibrancy and fruit intensity, finishing lingering and mouth-watering. Score: 91 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, March 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 17552 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

NEW ZEALAND ™ RED WINE

OPHIR BRIDGE CENTRAL OTAGO PINOT NOIR 2023 Central Otago, South Island, sustainable

SACRED HILL EAST COAST PINOT GRIS 2024

East Coast, North Island, sustainable Founded in 1986, Sacred Hill is one of New Zealand’s most decorated wineries. This bold Pinot Gris delivers fragrant jasmine, honeydew melon and ripe apple notes with beautiful balancing acidity and a long, fresh finish. Drink through 2027 along side green salads topped with grilled chicken. Aromatic & Flavourful 47834 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

This winery is named for an historic suspension bridge which, when it opened in 1882, was the biggest in New Zealand. Their 2023 Central Otago Pinot Noir reveals notes of cherry and summer berries with a touch of sweet vanilla and a hint of saddle leather. It’ll pair well with roasted meats, or pasta featuring cheese and mushrooms.

Medium-bodied & Fruity 47895 (XD) 750 ml

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SOUTH AFRICA Ž WHITE WINE

STADT KREMS GRÜNER VELTLINER 2024 DAC Kremstal, sustainable, vegan Light greenish yellow with silver reflections. Delicately mineral, with fine apple notes, a hint of honeydew melon and nuances of orange zest: an inviting bouquet. Medium body, with sweet fruit nuances, fine acidity and mineral-salty finish. A piquant food wine. Score: 91 (Peter Moser, falstaff.

VILLIERSDORP SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 WO Cape South Coast, sustainable

A crisp and fruity sauvignon blanc that has aromas of lemon rind, grapefruit and fennel. It’s medium bodied, lively and refreshing. Sustainable. Drink now. Score: 90 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, Sept. 5, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 45326 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 1

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FRANCE Ž WHITE WINE ALSACE JOSEPH CATTIN RIESLING 2024 AOC Alsace, sustainable

THE WINERY OF GOOD HOPE FULL BERRY FERMENTATION PINOTAGE 2024 WO Coastal Region This wine comes from two sites, one in northern Stellenbosch with sandy, decomposed quartz and granite soils, and the other in the weathered granite soils of Voor Paardeberg. Destemmed but not crushed, the grapes underwent spontaneous wild fermentation in stainless steel with the intent of encouraging a less tannic style of Pinotage and emphasizing the wine’s vibrant cherry, black fruit, spice and minerality. AUSTRIA Ž WHITE WINE HUBER VISION ORGANIC GRÜNER VELTLINER 2024 Qualitätswein, Niederösterreich, sustainable, vegan Tenth-generation winemaker Markus Huber has a vision for a greener future. After inheriting his family’s estate in 2000, he converted the four hectare parcel in the Traisental Valley into a larger, fully organic vineyard. This light, racy, peppery Grüner evokes all the quality of fine loess soils, with peach, lemon, and a notable mineral character. Enjoy it through 2028+. Aromatic & Flavourful 37420 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 4 Organic product Medium-bodied & Fruity 15712 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 1

(Translated from the French) Pale yellow colour with green highlights. Distinctive nose combining notes of lychee and Szechuan pepper, very appealing. The palate offers a tense, aromatic attack leading to a fine structure. A pleasant wine to enjoy with raw fish. Score: Gold (gilbertgaillard.com, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 259788 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2

BURGUNDY DOMAINE DU BICHERON MÂCON PÉRONNE 2022 AOP

All chardonnay, of course, and matured in stainless steel, this is a lovely Mâcon – a too little-known region of Burgundy – that delivers layered fruit in the peach and pear ranges. The acidity is bright, refreshing and well balanced, setting it up as a very good food wine. Enjoy this while it has its youthful freshness: drink now to 2026. Score: 91 (Rod

Phillips, Dec. 2023) Full-bodied & Rich 14960 (XD) 750 ml

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FRANCE ¡ WHITE WINE CONT’D LOIRE DARRAGON LES TUFFES DRY VOUVRAY CHENIN BLANC 2023 AOC

CHÂTEAU VIEUX CHEVROL LALANDE DE POMEROL 2022 AOC (Famille Champseix)

A blend of 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2022 Vieux Chevrol possesses a gourmand, lively bouquet of flowers, dark cherries and cassis. Medium to full-bodied, round and sappy, it’s enrobing with a charming, fresh mid-palate and a lively finish with notes of mulberries and cassis. Perfectly crafted, there is no reason to wait. Drink date: 2025‹2030. Score: 90 (Yohan Castaing, robertparker.com, March 6, 2025)

This wine has a fresh nose of golden-apple slice, white peach, papaya, orange zest and green table grapes. A dry, energetic midpalate opens into lemon citrus and green plum with hints of grape fruit. The wine is bustling with lively acidity that would complement fish, calamari and anything buttered. Score: 92 (Reggie Solomon, Wine Enthusiast , Sept. 30, 2024) Light & Crisp 47321 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 2 LACHETEAU LES CIMES HAUT POITOU SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 AOP Situated to the south of Anjou and Saumur, the cool, ocean-influenced Haut-Poitou is slightly warmer than surrounding areas in the Loire, and this subtle difference in temperature gives the region’s wines their distinct imprint. This Sauvignon Blanc is fresh and lithe, with tangy fresh citrus, tropical fruit and touches of elderflower. Lively and approachable, it will drink through 2027. Aromatic & Flavourful 10632 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2 FRANCE ¡ RED WINE BORDEAUX CHÂTEAU MAYNE VIEIL FRONSAC 2020 AOC, sustainable This smooth, black-fruit-flavored wine is rich in softening tannins. Acidity and spice from wood aging come through as does the wine’s potential. Drink from 2025. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast , April 1, 2023) Full-bodied & Smooth 14469 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 2

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SÉGLA MARGAUX 2015 AOC, second wine of Ch. Rauzan-Ségla From the Margaux, Bordeaux wine region, Ségla 2015 is the second wine of Château Rauzan-Ségla. Dry and medium-bodied the wine is produced from 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot with the balance in Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, the wine was matured in French oak barrels (25% new) and is fragrant with liquid blackberry, blueberry, baked cherry flavours savoury and silky on the palate with good acidity for food and a flinty mineral finish. Tannins are well-integrated. Enjoy it through 2035. Score: 92 (nataliemaclean.com, May 11, 2024)

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BEAUJOLAIS VAUCHER PÈRE & FILS FLEURIE 2024 AOC Matured 10 months in stainless steel, this lovely example of Fleurie sports a flavour profile that’s all about red fruit and berries, with tart red plums playing a leading role. The fruit-acid balance is right-on, making for an attractively fresh texture that’s firm and fleshy. This is a relentlessly dry wine, just this side of astringent, and as such it’s better enjoyed with food than on its own. Drink now to 2028. (Tasted April 2025.) Score: 93 (Rod Phillips)

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LANGUEDOC DOMAINE DE LA BAUME LES THERMES CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 IGP Pays d’Oc Sourced from a certified-sustainable clay and limestone vineyard, this is a structured, generous, characterful Cabernet Sauvignon. Punching well above its price point, it delivers considerable complexity and breadth, with boldly expressed cassis, dark fruit, coffee, and oak spice. Perfect for mid-week dining, it will delight through 2028+. Full-bodied & Firm 12993 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2 RHÔNE DOMAINE FOND CROZE CONFIDENCE CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2023 AOC An attractive blend of grenache and syrah matured in concrete and barrels, this sports a focused palate of dark fruit and berries with top-notes of spice. The fruit-acid balance is very good, and the tannins are drying and relaxed. It’s drinking well now and will hold to the late 2020s. (Tasted June 2024.) Score: 90 (Rod Phillips) Full-bodied & Smooth 20951 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2 4 Organic product

XAVIER VIGNON LIRAC 2022 AOP

A blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre sourced from 15 parcels around the appellation, Xavier Vignon’s 2022 Lirac was aged in concrete (for the Grenache), while a portion of the Syrah matured in barrels. Intense garrigue notions of resinous herbs – rosemary, lavender and bay – appear on the nose, supporting cherries and raspberries. Full-bodied, supple and creamy in feel, with a long, herb-tinged finish and a coating of dusty tannins, this is an excellent representation of vintage and place. Drink date: 2023’2030. Score: 91 (Joe Czerwinski, robertparker.com, May 16, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 636183 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

ROUSSILLON SAINT ROCH CORBAROL CÔTES DU ROUSSILLON 2023 AOP

A juicy, crunchy and fruity red with aromas of spiced dark cherries, plums and baking spices. Medium bodied with sinewy tannins, it showcases a fleshy berry character with a spicy lift and a flavorful finish. Drink now [through 2028+]. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, July 3, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 195107 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2

GERMANY ¢ WHITE WINE RHEINHESSEN HANS BAER TROCKEN SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Qualitätswein, Rheinhessen

LA FERME DU MONT LE PONNANT CÔTES DU RHÔNE VILLAGES 2023 AOP Sourced from La Ferme du Mont’s oldest Côtes du Rhône vineyard, this wine offers considerable depth and a broad, rich palate. It’s quite lush and generous, with nicely detailed black and red fruit and herbal undertones. Silky and elegant on the finish, this will work well with braised meats and will cellar through 2030. Full-bodied & Smooth 171371 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most popular wine styles, with most people being familiar with the expressions from the Loire and New Zealand. This one is from Germany’s Rheinhessen and is a must taste for Savvy fans. All the familiar markers are there: zesty, food-friendly acidity, tropical fruit, and grassy aromas and flavours, plus an additional delicate suggestion of bell pepper. Aromatic & Flavourful 45010 (XD) 750 ml $12.95 2

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GREECE ” WHITE WINE

TUSCANY COLLEMASSARI MELACCE ORGANIC VERMENTINO 2024 DOC Maremma Toscana A leafy and citrusy wine with aromas of sage, mint and grapefruit. Light-bodied, it shows zesty acidity balanced by flavors of fruit and leaves and a tight, polished texture. From organically grown grapes. Drink now [through 2027+]. Score: 93 (james suckling.com, May 26, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 33416 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 4 Organic product ITALY ” RED WINE PIEDMONT RATTI OCHETTI NEBBIOLO 2023 DOC Langhe Pouring a bright transparent red hue, the 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo Ochetti is attractive and expressive on the nose, with pure notes of wild strawberries, fresh flowers, dusty earth, and fresh herbs. The palate is also nicely detailed, with refreshing acidity, fine tannins, and a citrus-noted finish. A very nicely styled Langhe Nebbiolo, it should hold up well over the next 4œ5 years. Maturity: 2025œ2030. Score: 90 (Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com, May 1, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 475913 (XD) 750 ml $32.95 2

KOUROS ASSYRTIKO 2024 IGP Stereá Elláda (Greek Wine Cellars D. Kourtakis)

Native to Santorini, where it produces wines with excellent freshness, fruit expression and saline minerality, Assyrtiko is found across Greece. Beyond Santorini, the grape maintains its vivid character but produces wines of greater intensity. This one is zesty and bright, with ripe passion fruit, citrus, and a fine mineral note. It will be versatile with food; try it with seafood or a vegetarian casserole. Light & Crisp 25713 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 2

GREECE ” RED WINE

KOUTSODIMOS VARIETALS COLLECTION AGIORGITIKO 2024 PGI Peloponnese This 100% Agiorgitiko is round, balanced and bold, with impressive cherry, strawberry, chocolate, and sweet spices. Enjoy this food-friendly, generous wine with a variety of grilled fare. [Frankfurt International Competition did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Frankfurt International Competition, 2025)

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ITALY ” WHITE WINE ALTO ADIGETRENTINO CA’ MONTINI TERRE DI VALFREDDA PINOT GRIGIO 2024 DOC Trentino

PUGLIA BOCCANTINO PRIMITIVO/ SUSUMANIELLO 2023 IGT Salento, sustainable

This single-vineyard Pinot Grigio is sourced from the Terre di Valfredda (“cold valley”) site, whose name highlights the cool-climate conditions that prevail in the area. These conditions encourage freshness, balance, and fine fruit expression. The citrus, pear, apricot and mineral notes in this wine are more boldly defined than many Pinot Grigio can accomplish. Elegant and authentic. Light & Crisp 46566 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2

This wine is a blend of Primitivo with the spicy Susumaniello grape found only in Puglia. There’s lots to like here, starting with the lifted floral aromatics. Look for a nice mix of purple, red and black fruit (notably cassis) alongside some exotic spice and oak spice. Drink through 2028. Full-bodied & Smooth 46629 (D) 750 ml $15.95 2

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