Vintages New Release Collection – July 18, 2026

STUNNING SIPS STARTING AT LESS THAN $15 24 SUMMER SMART BUYS

ON-TREND ORANGE WINES

SATURDAY | JULY 18, 2026

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MI TERRUÑO EXPRESIÓN MALBEC 2021 Mendoza, Argentina 629816 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 1 A juicy and soft malbec with aromas of currants, plums, olives and flowers. Supple and medium-bodied, with soft tannins. Drink now. Score: 90 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 23, 2023) Medium-bodied & Fruity AOC, Bordeaux, France (Famille Alain Aubert) 12281 2 The nose greets with notes of laurel and wild dried herbs, this savoury Bordeaux Supérieur has gracefully aged and is now drinking optimally. Features lithe tannins and plenty of volume en bouche, with flavours of plum, licorice, and dried red currants. The oak treatment is finely meshed on the palate with spice that lingers delicately on the finish of good length. Drink now with ease. A solid value. Tasted July 2025. Score: 90 (Sara (XD) 750 ml $17.95 CHÂTEAU DE RIBEBON RÉSERVE BORDEAUX SUPÉRIEUR 2020

d’Amato, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity

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Vintages is the go-to place for top-tier quality wines from the world’s best producers working in the world’s greatest regions. And these wines (all hand-picked by our expert buyers) are priced to fly off our shelves and into your glasses this summer. 24 SMART BUYS STUNNING SIPS STARTING AT LESS THAN $15

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OUR BUYERS

NEW WORLD WINES

ONTARIO WINES

Elena Delli Pizzi

Sean Adams

Genna Gingerich

To me, wine means family. Many of my earliest memories are of my Italian-immigrant parents and grandparents crushing grapes in the garage, working together on their homemade wine. I’ve been lucky to experience a range of wines from all over the world and have completed the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines.”

Years ago, my family took me on a winery trip to Niagara. I was amazed at the brilliant wines we’re lucky to have growing right here in our own province. As a buyer at LCBO, I feel privileged to be bringing Ontario’s best to you. I have my WSET Level 3 and Wine Appellations of Ontario certificate.”

Over the last decade, I’ve curated my best picks as a buyer for Canada’s top gourmet food and gifting retailers. I think a lot about where wine comes from, who made it, how, and why it costs what it costs. I hope my picks inspire your confidence, earn your trust, and cause celebration!”

EUROPEAN WINES

There’s something special about how wine connects people, places and stories. I’m drawn to the sense of discovery in every glass. As a certified sommelier with WSET Level 3, I’m always on the hunt for wines that leave a lasting impression.” Julie Hauser

Sean Ormsby

Ginny Demain

Kristy Petra

Wine has been my passion ever since I began my career in wine sales three decades ago. Having achieved my WSET Level 4 Diploma, I continue learning through tasting, researching and travel. My favourite way to enjoy wine is matching it with good food and good friends.”

I’ve spent 15 years growing with LCBO. The past decade has been dedicated to wine – five years as a Product Consultant and three as a buyer. As a certified sommelier, I believe wine should be easy to love, easy to share, and never too serious.”

I enjoy exploring different wine styles and uncovering ‘my flavours’ one sip at a time. I believe wine should be accessible and enjoyable for all. Having completed the WSET Level 3 Award, I’m excited to expand my knowledge and curate products customers will enjoy.”

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SAVVY-PRICED BAROLO Kristy

BALANCED BLEND Sean O.

APPEALING PRICE Genna

This Barolo is your Nebbi-YOLO moment this summer! It drinks like a far pricier bottle without skimping out on the style’s rich character. Red cherry, rose petal and dried herbs, with polished tannins and a complex, satisfying finish. (No one will believe what you paid!)” ROBERTO SAROTTO BAROLO 2021 DOCG, Piedmont, Italy Full-bodied & Firm 49375 (XD) 750 ml $39.95 2 New at Vintages

This wine overdelivers at every level. Aromas of fresh citrus and green herbs leap out of the glass. There’s a lovely, mouthfilling weight balanced by crisp acidity. A great match for seafood or tangy cheese on a summer picnic.” COLOMBELLE COLOMBARD/ SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 IGP Côtes de Gascogne, Southwest, France Gold (gilbertgaillard.com) Light & Crisp 36910 (XD) 750 ml $12.95 2

Lively aromatics featuring plush flowers in full bloom, tangy yellow apple, and a touch of earthiness. This widely appealing style of Chardonnay is great served chilled, but take some time to experience the deeper fragrances it will reveal as your glass warms up.” MASCOTA LA MASCOTA CHARDONNAY 2024 Cruz de Piedra, Maipú, Mendoza, Argentina 91 points (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Rich 126870 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 1

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 28 TO 38.

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LIGHT AND SUMMERY Ginny

UNTAMED ENERGY Genna

ORGANIC VALUE Julie

Wonderfully showcasing the wild nature of Chilean Carmenère, the aroma here suggests grilled green peppers, peppery olive oil and herbs alongside soft ripe plum and dark fruit flavours. It has an energy you’ll want to match with grilled ribs or a summery green salad.” CABALLO DORADO GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2022 Valle de Colchagua, Chile (Ravanal) 92 points (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 37792 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2

High-altitude, old-vine Garnacha with unmistakable character. Juicy red berry, subtle spice and a smooth, satisfying finish. Organically grown and deeply rooted in its place, it’s an easy wine to love.” SAN ALEJANDRO QUERENCIA DESEYA ORGANIC VIEJA GARNACHA 2022

Fragrant and refreshingly crisp, this Moschofilero offers delicate notes of rose petal, citrus and peach. Light-bodied with lively acidity, it finishes clean and zesty. A perfect summer white for pairing with seafood, salads, or light Mediterranean dishes on warm, sunny days.” MITRAVELAS WHITE ON GREY

MOSCHOFILERO 2025 PGI Peloponnese, Greece Light & Crisp 49094 (XD) 750 ml

DO Calatayud, Spain, vegan 92 points (Luis Gutiérrez, robertparker.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 37722 (XD) 750 ml

$16.95

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EFFORTLESSLY REFRESHING Ginny

A bright, easy-drinking Grüner Veltliner with fresh apple and citrus flavours and a subtle green note. Light and crisp with lively acidity, it finishes clean with a touch of minerality. An effortlessly refreshing white that’s always a good idea to have on hand.” GEORG TOIFL GREEN G GRÜNER VELTLINER 2025

Weinviertel, Austria 92 points (wein.pur) Aromatic & Flavourful 50668 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

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$16.95

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AUTHENTIC AND APPROACHABLE Elena

From a respected producer, this regionally authentic Cabernet celebrates the Margaret River while coming in at an approachable price point.”

EVANS & TATE HULLABALOO CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019 Margaret River, Western Australia Full-bodied & Smooth 41312 (XD) 750 ml $20.95

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DEFIES EXPECTATIONS Genna

This value-priced, whimsical easy- drinker is sustainable, fair trade, and showcases community values in practice. It’s refreshing, vibrant and tart; not necessarily words you would expect to use in describing Malbec, especially one sourced from over-100-year-old vines grown in the heat of the flatlands of eastern Mendoza.”

LA BELLE MARGUERITE RESERVA MALBEC 2023 Mendoza, Argentina, sustainable (The Wine Plan) 92 points (Patricio Tapia,

guiadescorchados.cl) Medium-bodied & Fruity 38491 (XD) 750 ml

$16.95

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 29 TO 41.

PRETTY PRICE Kristy

I couldn’t resist the romantic, naturalistic label wrapped around this crisp, refreshing, vegan-friendly Sauvignon Blanc. It’s positively singing with tropical pineapple and passion fruit and has a creamy richness you’d expect from a much higher price point. I made note of the screw- top closure too; perfect for porch and park hangs.” MAN FAMILY WARRELWIND SAUVIGNON BLANC 2025 WO Western Cape, South Africa, sustainable Aromatic & Flavourful 461004 (XD) 750 ml $14.95 1 This wine is as colourful and interesting inside as it is on the outside. Aromatic and juicy, with pear, peach, white blossoms, and a zesty acidity that glides across the palate. A lovely pairing for alfresco summer dinners.” SANTADI VILLA SOLAIS VERMENTINO DI SARDEGNA 2024 DOC, Sardinia, Italy 92 points (Aldo Fiordelli, jamessuckling.com) Light & Crisp 121129 (XD) 750 ml $21.95 1 IRRESISTIBLE VALUE Genna

ROCKIN’ WHITE Julie

Fresh and vibrant, with a subtle mineral edge that reflects Douro’s rugged land scape. An easy-drinking, food-friendly white with enough charm to rival its classic-rock namesake. Don’t be surprised if it gets stuck in your head.” GLORIA WHITE 2024 DOC Douro, Portugal, vegan (Vicente Faria) Light & Crisp 51117 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 1 New at Vintages

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 32 TO 40.

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CAN’T-MISS GAMAY Sean A.

The Gamay grapes come from the Kirby Vineyard in Four Mile Creek, and with these, Bachelder has made one of the juiciest Gamays I’ve ever tasted. Full of red berry fruit and a hint of licorice. If you enjoy Niagara Gamay, this isn’t one to miss.” BACHELDER KIRBY SINGLE VINEYARD GAMAY NOIR 2023 6 VQA Four Mile Creek, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario 92 points (Rick VanSickle,

winesinniagara.com) Light-bodied & Fruity 45139 (XD)

750 ml $29.00

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SUMMER IN A GLASS Sean A.

STANDOUT VINTAGE Elena

BEST-VALUE BLEND Sean A.

Creekside specializes in Sauvignon Blanc. This one is made with grapes from their Backyard Block. You’ll get passion fruit, grapefruit and pineapple, with some light savoury notes as well. Great for all the summer get-togethers and fresh summer fare.” CREEKSIDE BACKYARD BLOCK SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 6 VQA Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, sustainable 92 points (All Canadian Wine Championships) Aromatic & Flavourful 341792 (XD) 750 ml $22.00 1

The 2021 vintage in McLaren Vale was widely considered an excellent year for Grenache, producing wines of balance, ripe fruit and structure and raising the quality-to-price ratio across the region.” D’ARENBERG THE CUSTODIAN GRENACHE 2021 McLaren Vale, South Australia 94 points (Ray Jordan, winepilot.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 713040 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

A blend of Gewürztraminer and Riesling, this white has notes of apple, citrus, lychee and roses, plus a touch of salinity and refreshing acidity. This versatile wine is the ideal summer companion and will pair well with light curries, grilled chicken, or fresh salads.”

HARE WHITE BLEND 2023 6 VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario Aromatic & Flavourful 547786 (D) 750 ml $22.95

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 26 TO 30.

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PINPOINT PRICING Elena

REFRESHING SAKE Ginny

SUMMER WORTHY Ginny

Blackmore Grower highlights a focus on vineyard sourcing and fruit quality, meaning great attention to detail at a sharp price.” AHI KA BLACKMORE GROWER SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Dillons Point, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand 97 points (New Zealand International Wine Show) Aromatic & Flavourful 41803 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 2

This peach-infused sake highlights ripe white peach and delicate floral notes with a gently sweet, balanced profile. Light in alcohol with a smooth texture, it’s best served chilled or over ice. Great for easy summer sipping or in refreshing cocktails.” KAMIKOKORO MOMO PEACH FLAVOURED SAKE Okayama, Japan 456624 (S) 500 ml $23.95 1

Smooth and approachable, this Tokubetsu Junmai sake made with prized Yamada Nishiki rice shows subtle notes of roasted nuts and soft grain. Rounded on the palate with a gentle texture, it finishes clean and refreshing. An easy pairing for sushi, light fare, or warm-weather dining.” HAKUTSURU TOKUBETSU YAMADA NISHIKI JUNMAI SAKE GI Nadagogo, Hyogo, Japan 43556 (D) 720 ml $22.95 1 New at Vintages

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TASTE THESE WINES

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

SPARKLING VEGAN Julie

An easy-to-love Cava with crisp orchard fruit, lively bubbles, and a hint of brioche. Organic, vegan, and presented in a bold mosaic- inspired bottle. No need to save it for a special occasion; this is the perfect wine to elevate everyday moments.” VILARNAU BARCELONA RESERVA BRUT ORGANIC CAVA 2023 DO, Penedès, Spain, traditional method, vegan 90 points (nataliemaclean.com) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 515254 (D) 750 ml $17.95 1 4 Organic product

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 24 TO 31.

AFFORDABLE HEAD-TURNER Sean O.

This wine was a real hit with our tasting panel. The pale colour and vibrant fruit make it an exciting summer sipper at a very affordable price.” ÉLISABETH PRESTIGE ROSÉ 2025 IGP Côtes de Gascogne, Southwest, France Gold (Concours International de Lyon) Easygoing & Fruity 49008 (D) 750 ml $13.95 1 New at Vintages

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Great varietal expression. Bright cassis and black cherry aromas follow through on the palate. Good concentration of fruit, with an easy-drinking texture.” VILLA DES ANGES CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2023 France (Jeff Carrel) CONCENTRATED CABERNET Sean O.

SILKY AND SHAREABLE Kristy

PERENNIAL FAVOURITE Sean A.

A burst of red cherries on the palate mixed in with warm baking spices and silky tannins, with just enough grip to give you a taste of the depth and structure here. A wine you’ll want to share.” RENZO M CORNIOLETA RISERVA CHIANTI 2021 DOCG, Tuscany, Italy 91 points (jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Firm 969469 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 1

Featherstone Rosé is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Gamay with notes of candy apple, juicy watermelon, and strawberry- rhubarb jam. A must-have summer wine that overdelivers for the price, it’s become a perennial favourite with Vintages customers.”

FEATHERSTONE ROSÉ 2025 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, sustainable, vegan 89 points (nataliemaclean.com) Easygoing & Fruity 117861 (D) 750 ml $16.95

90 points (Rod Phillips) Medium-bodied & Fruity 38862 (D) 750 ml

$14.95

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 28 TO 39.

Skin Gimme Some Want a summer sipper with a twist? Orange wines are made from white grapes but vinified like reds, with prolonged skin and lees contact during fermentation. This approach unlocks layers of depth and character you don’t find in your average white wine. Plus, a brassy orange or amber hue. The extended skin contact (and the wild yeast used in many orange wines) imparts flavours of dried stone fruit, citrus peel, honey, tea and spice. With the brightness of a white wine and the structure of a red, orange wine is uniquely food-friendly and pairs with grilled seafood, pulled pork, mushroom burgers, falafel and hummus. Or try it with Food & Drink ’s new Seven-Layer Dip recipe. Find the recipe and many more at lcbo.com/vintagesfdrecipes

LANZADO ORGANIC ORANGE WINE 2024 Spain, sustainable, vegan 88 points (jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Rich 30344 (XD) 750 ml $17.95

CATTIN PINOT GRIS ORANGE 2024 AOC Alsace, France, sustainable, vegan 88 points (jamessuckling.com) Off-dry & Fruity 22708 (M) 750 ml $19.95 1

TETRAMYTHOS ORANGE NATURE RODITIS 2024 PDO Patras, Greece 17.5 out of 20 (jancisrobinson.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 50630 (XD) 750 ml $33.95

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SIEGEL NARANJO VIOGNIER 2024 Valle de Colchagua, Chile, sustainable 93 points (jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 37759 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2

GÉRARD BERTRAND ORGANIC ORANGE GOLD 2023 France 90 points (Sara d’Amato) Aromatic & Flavourful 23729 (XD) 750 ml $24.95

ROSEWOOD PURE IMAGINATION 2025 6

VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, skin fermented, sustainable, vegan Aromatic & Flavourful 46475 (XD) 750 ml $24.95

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 27 TO 40.

LOCAL TALENT ONTARIO, THE HOME OF CHARDONNAY Chardonnay is the most popular white wine in the world, and when produced in regions and vineyards that suit the variety perfectly, can reveal a sense of place with an ethereal, dynamic, stunning accuracy. Winemakers in Niagara and Prince Edward County are crafting Chardonnays that rank among the finest anywhere. Here are four premium-quality examples from our own backyard that will make impressive additions to your summer dining.

The soils of Prince Edward County have a high limestone content and a shallow topsoil layer. These limestone- rich soils impact the tension, acidity, ageability and mineral character of the wines. PEC Chardonnays are often described as being reminiscent of Chablis and are crafted to reflect a Burgundian sensibility; High praise for these singular expressions. Volta Amphora Knotty Vines Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 is fermented and aged in clay amphorae. These neutral vessels allow the wine to soften and develop a round texture similar to what’s achieved with oak, but with- out acquiring any oak influence.

Breezes off Lake Ontario cool the Niagara Peninsula during the summer and help reduce the risk of frost during the winter. A wide range of soils including clay, sand, silty loam and limestone, combined with the area’s differing elevations, permit many grape varieties to flourish here, but the region is particularly suited to Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc. Domaine Queylus Tradition Chardonnay 2024 is sourced from the Lincoln Lakeshore sub-appellation; an area defined by the long shallow slope of the ancient glacial lakebed now known as the Lake Iroquois Plain. Complex, elegant and fruity, this wine reveals the distinct finesse and precision of Lincoln Lakeshore with an easy grace.

Vinemount Ridge is gaining increased attention as wines such as the Westcott Reserve Chardonnay 2024 continue to raise the bar in this Niagara Peninsula sub-appellation. Situated at the western edge of Niagara wine country and just above the Niagara Escarpment, Vinemount Ridge receives no direct lake influence and so is warmer than other areas. But altitude, prevailing winds, and cool nights allow the grapes to main- tain their superb acidity as they ripen, encouraging wines of exciting aromatic complexity. This wine saw a total of 14 months in oak, and yet the regional influence here creates a wine of such balance that it possesses an almost weightless character.

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The four wines featured here will all be poured, alongside many of the world’s finest Chardonnays, at this year’s International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration (i4C) in Niagara July 16-19. Visit coolchardonnay.org for details.

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VOLTA AMPHORA KNOTTY VINES VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Prince Edward County Fermented and aged in Sichuan sandstone clay amphorae, this pure, refined Chardonnay will pair well with grilled lobster or a grilled-veggie platter. Full-bodied & Rich 48951 (XD) 750 ml $31.95 2

WESTCOTT RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, sustainable Vivid, powerful and lithe, with apple, oak spice, honey and mineral. A premium Niagara wine that will impress with grilled halibut. Full-bodied & Rich 47822 (XD) 750 ml $50.00 2 New at Vintages CLOUDSLEY TWENTY MILE BENCH CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment Refined, elegant and focused, this barrel-fermented Chard pairs well with grilled cauliflower steaks or grilled pork ribs. Full-bodied & Rich 16093 (XD) 750 ml $36.95 2

Cloudsley Twenty Mile Bench Chardonnay 2024 is sourced from the Foxcroft and Wingfield vineyards in the Twenty Mile Bench; an area of gently rolling hills comprising a com- plex assortment of shale, limestone and clay soils. The region’s undulating topography creates opportunities for winemakers to exploit the unique, varying sun exposures and micro- climates created by the slopes and valleys. This means that grapes sourced from different vineyards, or even different parts of the same vineyard, can reflect varying degrees of complexity, freshness, intricate aromatics and sharply defined minerality, allowing winemakers to accentuate particular aspects from each site in the final blend.

DOMAINE QUEYLUS TRADITION CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

This bold, expressive, terroir-led Chardonnay has the presence and weight for cedar-planked salmon or grilled veggie skewers. Full-bodied & Rich 417774 (XD) 750 ml $33.70 2

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 26 TO 27.

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Get your summer on with these refresh ing, vibrant wines that are perfect for pouring outdoors. Our newest Online & Flagship Exclusives collection features a super-popular Provence rosé in two sizes, a lovely local Chardonnay, and sparklers ready for toasting. Find these wines on LCBO.com or in our 16 flagship stores. Summer- worthy wines

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

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CHAKANA AYNI PARAJE ALTAMIRA MALBEC 2020 Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina, vegan Elegant and perfumed, with notes of ripe black and red fruit. Long and vibrant. 95 points (International Wine & Spirit Competition) Medium-bodied & Fruity 20533 (XD) 750 ml $38.95 2

CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

Ripe orchard fruit, flinty accents, citrus zest, creamy notes, and a touch of spice. 93 points (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com) Full-bodied & Rich 51974 (XD) 750 ml $53.00 2 New at Vintages

HIEDLER RIED KITTMANNSBERG 1OTW GRÜNER VELTLINER 2023 DAC Kamptal, Austria, sustainable Honey, pears, candied orange zest. Juicy, balanced and approachable. Drink into late 2040s. 94 points (Peter Moser, falstaff.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 49084 (XD) 750 ml $48.95 2 New at Vintages

DOMAINE PASCAL RENAUD AUX CHAILLOUX POUILLY-FUISSÉ 1 ER CRU 2022 AOP, Burgundy, France Generous apricot and nutty notes on the exuberant palate. Fine, long finish. 91 points (Jasper Morris, MW, insideburgundy.com) Full-bodied & Rich 49420 (XD) 750 ml $66.95 2

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FRESNE DUCRET LE CHEMIN DU CHEMIN BRUT 1 ER CRU CHAMPAGNE AOC, France Biscuit, toast, apple, almond and mineral. Poised and quite savoury. Drink through early 2030s+. Rich & Complex 49032 (XD) 750 ml $68.95 2 New at Vintages

DOMAINE GASSIER EMBRUNS DE VIOGNIER 2024 IGP Gard, Languedoc, France Mineral-driven and vibrant with tangerine, mint, orange blossom, and saline mineral notes. Drink through 2027. 90 points (jebdunnuck.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 669531 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 4 Organic product

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BULLE DE NAGES EXTRA BRUT SPARKLING France, sustainable (Château de Nages)

BASTIDE DE LA CISELETTE LOU PIGNA BANDOL ROSÉ 2025 AOC, Provence, France White flowers, peach and wild strawberry. Fresh and balanced with an engaging saline note on the finish. A versatile option for brunch or dinner. Easygoing & Fruity 49431 (XD) 750 ml $26.95 1 New at Vintages

CAVES D’ESCLANS WHISPERING ANGEL ROSÉ 2025 AOC Côtes de Provence, France (Sacha Lichine) Fresh, floral, round and elegant with cherry,

Ripe citrus, honeyed lime, flint, and subtle toast. Beautifully balanced and medium- bodied, it will evolve through 2030.

peach and a refined purity. 91 points (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com) Medium-bodied & Dry 491019

90 points (jebdunnuck.com) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 48381 (XD) 750 ml

$25.95

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KTIMA GEROVASSILIOU RED 2022 PGI Epanomi, Macedonia, Greece, vegan Complex and ripe dark fruit, cherry, plum, and spice. A wine for grilled meats and grilled veggies. Enjoy into early 2030s. Full-bodied & Smooth 32378 (XD) 750 ml $38.95 2

ARGYROS CUVÉE EVDEMON ASSYRTIKO 2022 PDO Santorini, Greece From vines aged 150-200 years, this wine was fermented in stainless steel, with 25% ageing in French oak for one year.

ARGYROS CUVÉE MONSIGNORI ASSYRTIKO 2022 PDO Santorini, Greece Intense and complex with great depth and length. A wine of notable authenticity. Drink from 2027. 96 points (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 35718 (XD) 750 ml $101.95 3

Drink through 2040+. Aromatic & Flavourful 51195 New at Vintages

(XD) 750 ml

$116.95 2

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ARGYROS CUVÉE PALATIA ASSYRTIKO 2023 PDO Santorini, Greece

ORSOGNA PATCH WINE ORGANIC PINOT GRIGIO 2024 IGP Terre d’Abruzzo, Italy Floral, fresh and layered with snappy red berry and cherry. Perfect for light veggies, fish, or simply sipping. Light & Crisp 50317 (D) 750 ml $16.95 2 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

BELISARIO CAMBRUGIANO RISERVA VERDICCHIO DI MATELICA 2021 DOCG, Marche, Italy Honeyed nuts, lemon, lime and fennel. Pure and fresh. Long and impressive. 97 points (Decanter World Wine Awards) Full-bodied & Rich 50321 (XD) 750 ml $39.95 2 New at Vintages

Sleek and vivacious with juicy passion fruit, fleshy apricot, lemon thyme and lime blossom notes. 90 points (Alison Napjus,

winespectator.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 46042

(XD) 750 ml

$83.95

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REGALEALI CYGNUS BLEND 2021 DOC Sicilia, Sicily, Italy, sustainable (Tasca d’Almerita) Bold and refined with black fruit, cassis, black pepper, oak spice, vanilla, and tobacco. Drink into the early 2030s. Full-bodied & Firm 49372 (XD) 750 ml $36.95

SAN LEONINO SALIVOLPE GRAN SELEZIONE CHIANTI CLASSICO 2019 DOCG, Tuscany, Italy Blood orange, plum, cherry, and saffron. A forceful wine with firm tannins and impressive presence. 92 points (Othmar Kiem & Simon Staffler, falstaff.com) Full-bodied & Firm 50314 (XD) 750 ml $32.95 2 New at Vintages

MAHI SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand Complex and creamy with lemon peel, grapefruit, apple blossoms, lime leaves and sea salt. 93 points (jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 63941 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2

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LUSTAU VERMUT ROSÉ Jerez, Spain

Sweet and spicy with white florals, zesty citrus, grapefruit and baked pastry flavours. Drink date: 2025-2027. 95 points (nataliemaclean.com)

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HAKUTSURU TOKUBETSU YAMADA NISHIKI JUNMAI SAKE GI Nadagogo, Hyogo, Japan Crafted from 100% Yamada Nishiki rice, this is an approachable yet complex sake offering touches of toasted almond, grain, and delicate fruit. Quite versatile, it will be great with grilled tofu or grilled meats. Enjoy chilled or warm. 43556 (D) 720 ml $22.95 1 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

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.

HOMARE ALADDIN BOTTLE NIGORI SAKE Fukushima, Japan

A coarsely filtered sake with good balance and an intriguing blend of sweet and sour flavours accented by pear and banana tropical tones. Best served chilled paired with sushi or enjoyed with creamy cheeses. 29067 (M) 300 ml $16.95 1

KAMIKOKORO MOMO PEACH FLAVOURED SAKE Okayama, Japan Produced using the famed, high-quality peaches of the Okayama Prefecture, this sake has a cloudy appearance, so gently tip the bottle up and down a few times to mix all the components; do not shake vigorously. Then enjoy the well-balanced sweetness of this floral, fresh, peachy wine chilled on the rocks. 456624 (S) 500 ml $23.95 1 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

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SPARKLING WINE

KUROSAWA NIGORI SAKE Nagano, Japan

BENJAMIN BRIDGE NOVA 7 SPARKLING 2025 6 Nova Scotia, Charmat method

Crafted from Nagano rice, this is a creamy, generous sake with tropical fruit, citrus, pear, honeycomb and nuts. Enjoy it chilled paired with spicy Mexican dishes, shrimp tacos, or spicy barbecued pork. 48815 (S) 300 ml $16.95 1

Here’s the half-bottle size of a Vintages customer favourite. This snappy Nova Scotian sparkler is boisterously aromatic, with complex notes of wildflowers, lime, mango, and green apple. The ample acidity contains and balances its sweet character. Serve lightly chilled with fresh fruit, or spicy fish tacos. Light & Fruity 49498 (MS) 375 ml $15.95 1

SPECIALTY WINES

LAUDACIUS MONTLOUIS- SUR-LOIRE BRUT NATURE SPARKLING

COCCHI AMERICANO BIANCO Piedmont, Italy

AOP, Loire, France, traditional method 100% Chenin Blanc. Pure and precise with a fine bead and great balance. Classic Chenin pear and apple aromatics with a streak of lemon. Vibrantly textured with a lemony freshness and a hint of toast on the finish. Platinum. [Ready to drink now.] Score: 97 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2022) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 49418 (XD) 750 ml $31.95 2

Wormwood herb, some citrus and ethereal herbs are accompanied by fruity white wine notes. Fruity-tart and slightly bitter in the mouth, but at the same time gentle and balanced, subtle fruit sweetness, slight bitterness and astringency on the mid-palate. Subtly floral towards the pleasantly bitter-sweet finish. Score: 95 (falstaff.com, Oct. 24, 2025) Sweet 51471 (S) 750 ml $38.00 1

CHAMPAGNE

CANARD-DUCHÊNE BRUT ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE AOC, France

PIANBELLO MOSCATO D’ASTI 2024 DOCG, Piedmont, Italy

Balanced and refreshing, offering flavors of white peach, pomegranate seed, blood orange zest and pastry dough set on the lively mousse. Drink now [through 2030+]. Score: 90 (Alison Napjus, winespectator.com, Dec. 15, 2024) Rich & Complex 49029 (XD) 750 ml $74.95 2

A fine value for a wine sourced from 40-year-old vines. It features peach, grapefruit, mineral, and a notable intensity. Chill it well and enjoy it on the patio served with salty cheeses. Light & Fruity 51320 (S) 750 ml $17.95 1

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CREEKSIDE BACKYARD BLOCK SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 6 VQA Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, sustainable This impressive Sauvignon Blanc comes from Creekside, who are local masters of the grape. It shows ripe guava, passion fruit, pineapple, grapefruit and fleshy orchard fruit, with complex, layered herbs and flowers. A summery wine perfect for the patio, deck, dock, or dinner table. Wherever you’re dining, you should include it. [All Canadian Wine Championships did not include a tasting note.] Score: 92 (All Canadian Wine Championships, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 341792 (XD) 750 ml $22.00 1 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

VILARNAU BARCELONA RESERVA BRUT ORGANIC CAVA 2023 DO, Penedès, Spain, traditional method, vegan ... produced with organically grown Viura, Xarel-lo and Parellada grapes and the cuvée was fermented with native yeasts. Fragrant with fresh yellow apple, biscuit with exotic florals on the nose and layered on the palate on a fine mousse, it is a stylish and delish Cava to enjoy chilled up with tapas, or simply on its own. Drink: 2025-2027. Score: 90 (nataliemaclean. com, Oct. 11, 2025) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 515254 (D) 750 ml $17.95 1 Featured in Summer Smart Buys 4 Organic product CANADA – WHITE WINE ONTARIO CHARLES BAKER LAUNDRY VINEYARD RIESLING 2024 6 VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula (Stratus) Charles Baker’s Rieslings have been delighting lovers of Niagara wine since 2005. This balanced, floral, exhilaratingly exuberant wine shows peach, citrus, apple and mineral, with great cellar potential. Pair it with grilled sausages, choucroute garnie, or pickerel and chips. Aromatic & Flavourful 46059 (XD) 750 ml $34.95 2 CLOUDSLEY TWENTY MILE BENCH CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment This wine is sourced from the Foxcroft and Wingfield vineyards and is barrel fermented with wild yeast. It’s complex, refined, elegant and precise, with apple, lemon, toasted hazelnut, herbs, spice and mineral. The focus here is stunning. Enjoy through 2029+. Full-bodied & Rich 16093 (XD) 750 ml $36.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

DOMAINE QUEYLUS TRADITION CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

From Queylus’s organically managed estate vineyard in Lincoln Lakeshore, this is an expressive, terroir-led Chardonnay. It’s fermented using indigenous yeasts and aged for 16-18 months in French oak barrels, of which 20% are new. Look for citrus, peach, pear, apple, and a wonderfully integrated, delicate oak spice. Drink through 2029+. Full-bodied & Rich 417774 (XD) 750 ml $33.70 2 Featured in Local Talent

HARE WHITE BLEND 2023 6 VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake

The Hare White Blend 2023 comprises Gewürz traminer and Riesling. It delivers a highly aromatic experience, with lifted floral and tropical notes on the nose. There’s generous apple, lemon and lychee, plus a gentle hint of spice from the Gewürztraminer. The finish adds a marvellous mineral element, and the spine of food-friendly acidity gives this great versatility. A wine for outdoor dining. Aromatic & Flavourful 547786 (D) 750 ml $22.95 1 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

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JACKSON-TRIGGS GRAND RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula This Sauvignon Blanc sourced fruit from two Niagara vineyards and vinified it partly in neutral oak and partly in stainless steel. The end result is a complex wine brimming with fresh citrus, mango, pineapple, pear, river pebbles and freshly cut grass. Pair with shrimp tempura, fish tacos, or creamy pasta with mussels. Aromatic & Flavourful 25368 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2

WESTCOTT RESERVE CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, sustainable

This dynamic Chardonnay was wild fermented and aged in French oak barrels for 10 months before being blended and returned to the barrel for a further six months. This process gives the wine a rich, caressing mouthfeel, but the acidity is so bright and lively that it feels weightless at the same time. Long, with apple, lemon, wood spice, honey, and a shapely mineral note. Full-bodied & Rich 47822 (XD) 750 ml $50.00 2 Featured in Local Talent BRITISH COLUMBIA POPLAR GROVE CHARDONNAY 2022 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley Poplar Grove is a family-run winery in Penticton, British Columbia. Sourced from family vineyards in Osoyoos, Okanagan Falls and Naramata, this wine was vinified mainly in stainless steel with 20% fermented in French oak barrels with some malolactic conversion. It showcases almond, pineapple, white peach, lemon zest and a hint of caramel, all supported by bright acidity. Drink through 2029. Full-bodied & Rich 338434 (XD) 750 ml $34.95 2 CANADA – RED WINE ONTARIO BACHELDER KIRBY SINGLE VINEYARD GAMAY NOIR 2023 6 VQA Four Mile Creek, Niagara-on-the-Lake ... Like all these Gamays from Bachelder, the wines are aged in older French oak barriques and foudres. 45% of the fruit was whole cluster pressed. This shows juicy notes of wild raspberries, strawberries, savoury/loamy notes with a touch of reduction. The red-berry fruits on the palate are joined by anise/licorice, more savoury notes, plums, herbs and a tangy, finessed finish. Can cellar to 2030. Score: 92 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, April 5, 2025) Light-bodied & Fruity 45139 (XD) 750 ml $29.00 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

ROSEWOOD PURE IMAGINATION 2025 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, skin fermented, sustainable, vegan A blend of Riesling and Gewürztraminer, this wine was vinified with wild yeast, given 14-32 days of skin contact, matured in a mix of French oak, clay amphorae and stainless steel, and bottled without fining or filtration. It delivers adventurous notes of citrus peel, ginger tea, spice box, and pressed flowers. Pair with grilled scallops and miso-marinated veggies. Aromatic & Flavourful 46475 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured in Gimme Some Skin VOLTA AMPHORA KNOTTY VINES VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2024 6 VQA Prince Edward County This Chardonnay is fermented and aged in Sichuan sandstone clay amphorae, which means that the wine develops a smooth, caressing texture without absorbing any trace of the wood spice or vanilla that emerge with the use of oak. This allows the distinctive character of Volta’s terroir to shine through in the notes of ripe pear, apple, and fine mineral. Full-bodied & Rich 48951 (XD) 750 ml $31.95 2 Featured in Local Talent

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CANADA – RED WINE CONT’D ONTARIO

REDSTONE ROSÉ 2025 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

Redstone is an outpost of Ontario’s iconic Tawse and is named for the red soil of the vineyard. This lithe rosé is a blend of Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Gamay and Syrah and is loaded with strawberry, citrus, cantaloupe, cherry, peach, and red pepper. Chill and then sip, or pour with grilled sausages, prosciutto, or brunch with a ricotta frittata and broccolini. Easygoing & Fruity 650655 (D) 750 ml $18.95 1

BLACK BANK HILL PINOT NOIR 2023 6

VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula This wine is a blend of four Pinot Noir clones ... fermented separately in stainless steel tanks ... pressed into mostly second-fill French oak and aged for 20 months ... aromas are a heady mix of rose petal, strawberry, mushroom, forest floor and a touch of vanilla. The palate is fruit forward followed by earthy notes and some oak spice. A refreshing streak of acidity is balanced with fine-grained tannins. Score: 92 (Lidija Biro, winesinniagara.com, April 2, 2026) Medium-bodied & Fruity 52007 (XD) 750 ml $49.95 2

BRITISH COLUMBIA VOLCANIC HILLS

SOUTHBROOK TRIOMPHE ORGANIC CABERNET FRANC ROSÉ 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, vegan Crafted from organically farmed Cabernet Franc grapes, this summery pink wine suggests strawberry, sour cherry, garden herbs and fresh citrus, with a cleansing finish. Pair with summer salads, grilled fish or lemon chicken. Easygoing & Fruity 279117 (D) 750 ml $23.95 1 4 Organic product

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley, vegan

Grapes for this Cabernet Sauvignon were grown in mineral-rich volcanic soils in Osoyoos. The wine spent 13 months in French oak barrels, adding toasty vanilla spice to a core of ripe black- berry, cassis, grilled bell pepper, cedar and tobacco. Pair with grilled steak or portobello caps. Full-bodied & Firm 49487 (XD) 750 ml $49.95 2

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ARGENTINA – WHITE WINE

MASCOTA LA MASCOTA CHARDONNAY 2024 Cruz de Piedra, Maipú, Mendoza

VQA Niagara Peninsula, sustainable, vegan ... vinified entirely in stainless steel to preserve the bright, fresh fruit character ... vivid nose of sun-ripened raspberry, crushed pink grapefruit, white peach and a lifted thread of rose hip that gives way to a juicy, clean and lively palate with a whisper of residual sweetness and a refresh ing, tangy finish. Enjoy through 2028. Score: 89 (nataliemaclean.com, April 26, 2026) Easygoing & Fruity 117861 (D) 750 ml $16.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

This has hints of toast and chamomile to the apple and baked-pear aromas. It’s full-bodied, lightly nutty and toasty, but fresh, too. Drink now. Score: 91 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling. com, March 27, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 126870 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 1 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

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ARGENTINA – RED WINE

CHILE – WHITE WINE

LA BELLE MARGUERITE RESERVA MALBEC 2023 Mendoza, sustainable (The Wine Plan) The key to this wine seems to be a very old vineyard established in 1914, a pergola in the Medrano area, Junín, in eastern Mendoza. It was aged in new and old barrels for a year. In a warmer year the fruit is succulent and a bit sweet, but the vivacity of the wine is main tained. It is a mouthwatering and ideal red to drink with charcuterie. Score: 92 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2025) Medium-bodied & Fruity 38491 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

SIEGEL NARANJO VIOGNIER 2024 Valle de Colchagua, sustainable An attractive orange wine showing aromas of ripe apricots, spiced peaches, kumquats, jasmine tea and a twist of ginseng. Round and pretty full, with intense flavors and a lasting finish. Structured and nicely chewy. A consistently outstanding naranjo. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 26, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 37759 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2 Featured in Gimme Some Skin CABALLO DORADO GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2022 Valle de Colchagua (Ravanal) Ripe black olive, tobacco and paprika notes with briar and glossy black fruits. Medium to full body on the palate with fresh, dusty tannins and an elegant but extensive finish. Fluid and roomy in the middle, which is not overly crammed with flavors and tannins. Excellent balance and varietal typicality. Drink or hold [through 2027]. Score: 92 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Jan. 17, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 37792 (XD) 750 ml $15.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys SAN PEDRO 1865 SELECTED VINEYARDS 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 CHILE – RED WINE

LOS CLOP PARAJE ALTAMIRA RESERVA MALBEC 2023 Valle de Uco, Mendoza

100% Malbec. Generous blue fruits, dried mint and violets radiate over the sandy texture and grainy tannins and are joined by a smoky, cedar oak depth. Beautifully composed. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 49711 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2

MI TERRUÑO EXPRESIÓN MALBEC 2021 Mendoza

A juicy and soft malbec with aromas of currants, plums, olives and flowers. Supple and medium- bodied, with soft tannins. Drink now. Score: 90 (Claire Nesbitt, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 23, 2023) Medium-bodied & Fruity 629816 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 1 Featured as our Wine of the Month

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(XD) 750 ml $19.95 3

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AUSTRALIA – WHITE WINE

EVANS & TATE HULLABALOO CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019 Margaret River, Western Australia

HOWARD PARK SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Western Australia

This wine has excellent purity and focus and delivers superb value. It shows cassis, plum, dark fruit, mixed herbs, and oak spice. Savoury and vibrant with a classic Margaret River buoyancy. A wine for grilled foods, it will continue to drink through 2027. Full-bodied & Smooth 41312 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

A stylish drink that forfeits overt fruit characters but is certainly flavoursome, just a more restrained style. Nicely shaped, textural with some creamy lees and a touch of oak, ultimately finishing fresh and lively. Drink by: 2032. Score: 93 (Jane Faulkner, winecompanion.com.au, Feb. 10, 2026) Aromatic & Flavourful 51936 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2

HUGH HAMILTON THE RASCAL SHIRAZ 2022 McLaren Vale, South Australia

M. CHAPOUTIER TOURNON LANDSBOROUGH VINEYARD

VIOGNIER 2020 Pyrenees, Victoria

Upfront and immediately appealing, the wine shows dark berry, star anise, rich floral, and toasted nut aromas on the nose. The palate is equally appealing with a weighty mouthfeel and fleshy texture, backed by loads of silky tannins, making it flavoursome and highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2036. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Feb. 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 595405 (XD) 750 ml $26.95 2

The nose is floral, showing aromas of apricots, lime curd and grapefruit rind. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with focused acidity and notes of nectarines, shortbread and lemon balm. Rounded and giving. Drink or hold. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, Oct. 4, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 50151 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2

AUSTRALIA – RED WINE

D’ARENBERG THE CUSTODIAN GRENACHE 2021 McLaren Vale, South Australia

JIP JIP ROCKS SINGLE VINEYARD SHIRAZ/CABERNET 2023 Padthaway, South Australia It’s sweetly ripe and fragrant with dark plum, raspberry, olive, and toasted spice aromas. The palate delivers succulent fruit flavours with supple texture and polished tannins, making it well-structured and pleasingly dry. At its best: now to 2028. Score: 90 (Sam Kim, wineorbit. co.nz, Nov. 2026) Full-bodied & Smooth 186114 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2

Ah, McLaren Vale Grenache is one of life’s great pleasures. In good years it takes that pleasure into a zone of pure hedonism. Perfumed red florals with a little liqueur chocolate and dried herbs. The palate is smooth, seamless and thoroughly delicious. It also has good weight and richness presented with typical finesse and poise. Drink by: 2024-2032. Score: 94 (Ray Jordan, winepilot.com, Sept. 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 713040 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

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REDMAN COONAWARRA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2022 Coonawarra, South Australia

PADDY BORTHWICK PINOT GRIS 2025 Wairarapa, North Island It’s splendidly ripe and inviting on the nose with poached pear, mango, Gala apple, and warm spice aromas. The palate delivers excellent weight and succulent fruit intensity, beautifully supported by silky texture and fine acidity, finishing delectable and lingering. At its best: now to 2028. Score: 94 (Sam Kim, wineorbit. co.nz, Dec. 2026) Aromatic & Flavourful 555516 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

This 2022 Cabernet is bold for Coonawarra but still holds its shape admirably. Powerful slaty blackcurrant aromas are lifted by touches of oregano and bay leaf with sweet blackberry in support. Dry, sturdy and strong with a dense core of drying tannins accented by juicy acidity. Generous ripeness but all kept in check nicely with cherry liqueur accents to finish. Drink by: 2030-2040. Score: 94 (Angus Hughson, winepilot.com, Aug. 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 51022 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2 ZONTE’S FOOTSTEP LAKE DOCTOR SHIRAZ 2023 Langhorne Creek, South Australia, vegan Here’s a Shiraz that captures all that is good in South Australia’s Langhorne Creek. There’s the soft drinkability and flavour that you come to expect. It’s medium-bodied, but with plenty of depth and fruit intensity, with a lift of spices and traditional plummy dark fruits. A fine cedar-y edge complements perfectly the sweet fruit flavours. And here’s a wine that you’ll find awfully difficult to put down. Drink by: 2026 2034. Score: 95 (Ray Jordan, winepilot.com, March 2026) Medium-bodied & Fruity 72975 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

SPY VALLEY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island It’s brightly fruited and fragrant on the nose with notes of green rockmelon, crisp apple, lemon zest, and capsicum. The palate is juicy and lively, with a fine texture and bright acidity, making it vibrant and lingering. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Sept. 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 686675 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE

NEW ZEALAND – RED WINE

AHI KA BLACKMORE GROWER SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024

SPY VALLEY PINOT NOIR 2022 Marlborough, South Island

Dillons Point, Marlborough, South Island This is a lively, mouth-watering single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc. It’s intense and bold, with tangy citrus and passion fruit alongside a generous Marlborough herbaceous character. Taut and sleek. Enjoy through 2029. [New Zealand International Wine Show did not include a tasting note.] Score: 97 (New Zealand International Wine Show, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 41803 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

Bright, fresh and varietal with a fresh red apple skin and cherry bouquet. It’s also mineral and floral with stone and clay then a bright rose quality. Taut and new on the palate with a tension from acidity and tannins then contrasting core red berry flavours that reflect the bouquet. Well made, dry and crunchy. Best drinking from day of purchase through 2030+. Premium. Score: 92 (Cameron Douglas, MS, camdouglasms.com, June 21, 2025) Medium-bodied & Fruity 734681 (XD) 750 ml $28.95 2

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