Vintages New Release Collection – May 24, 2025

800 th issue

OUTDOOR DINING 20+ WINES FOR

COOL FRENCH REDS – A NEW ONLINE & FLAGSHIP EXCLUSIVES COLLECTION

SATURDAY | MAY 24, 2025

wines

of the month

BBQ BFFs

SIDEWOOD STABLEMATE SHIRAZ 2021 Adelaide Hills, South Australia 12846 (XD) 750 mL

$17.95 2

Young and exuberant baby! Has a vibrant spicy cassis nose and bright sweet Ribena-like flavours with subtle use of oak. [Drink through 2031.] Score: 94 ( Winestate , May/June 2022)

Full-bodied & Smooth

PICCINI COLLEZIONE PRIVATA 2020 IGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy 43861 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 2 A blend of 40% Merlot with 20% apiece of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Syrah, this wine spent 12 months in a mix of oak barrels, barriques and tonneaux. Rich and complex, it showcases ripe plum and blackberry, chocolate and spices. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 99 (lucamaroni.com, Jan. 29, 2024)

Full-bodied & Smooth New at Vintages

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MAY 24

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

WINES FOR OUTDOOR DINING page 4

COOL FRENCH REDS page 26

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What’s On / page 2 Product Info & Tasting Notes / page 33 Shopping List / page 51 Savings & Bonus Points / page 54 plus...

ONLINE & FLAGSHIP EXCLUSIVES page 28

LOCAL FIND page 32

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

MAKING MEMORIES

FLAT ROCK TWISTED SPARKLING 2023 6

VQA Ontario, Charmat method Great value. Apple, lemon zest and stone-fruit flavours. Light & Fruity 14421 (M) 750 mL $19.95 POMMERY APANAGE BRUT CHAMPAGNE AC, France Charming, characterful, juicy and creamy. Rich & Complex 173161 (XD) 750 mL $108.95

A MAY MILESTONE

Raise a glass as we celebrate our 800 th issue!

Did you know this magazine started out back in the mid-1980s as a monthly circular printed on a single sheet of paper? Since then, the LCBO publications and design teams that produce it have evolved the content from a humble list of product names and prices to its current format, promoting each New Release Collection with colourful feature stories focused on regions, grapes, producers, and hosting solutions, plus robust tasting notes and other details for each of the 100+ wines we introduce every two weeks. Our most recent update is the addition

of a convenient digital edition (see opposite page). If you prefer a paper copy, you can pick one up in any of the 240 LCBO stores that carry the New Release Collection. Visit LCBO.com and select “Vintages” in the store search filters to find a location. Here are two wines from this release perfect for toasting our milestone or any spring occasion: a fine sparkler from favourite local crafter Flat Rock Cellars (page 35) and an elegant Champagne from venerable 166-year- old producer Pommery (page 35).

Cheers!

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DINING OUT IS IN Outdoor entertaining season is in full swing, and when it comes to helping you find just the right wine, we’re all in! We’ve got a collection of warm-weather options in a wide range of styles perfect for backyard brunches, leisurely lunches, sumptuous suppers or simply sipping.

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BUBBLY PERSONALITIES Festive, food-friendly sparkling

wines are always a great choice for sipping or pairing with your favourite foods. It’s hard not to smile when you and your guests are holding an elegant glass of pure enjoyment. Pair these fizzes with hickory-smoked ribs or Tex-Mex quinoa-stuffed sweet-potato skins.

10°C SERVE AT

2-3 hours

20-30 mins

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FLAT ROCK TWISTED SPARKLING 2023 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method

Flat Rock Twisted 2023 Charmat method bubble is a great value sparkler. Produced from 86% Riesling, 13% Chardonnay with the balance in Gewürztraminer, it is fragrant with ripe apple, lemon zest, tart orchard and stone fruit flavours on a lively and persistent mousse. Winemaker Andrea Perez Castillo suggests a pairing of sushi, tempura vegetables or potato chips. Score: 91 (nataliemaclean.com, Dec. 14, 2024) Light & Fruity 14421 (M) 750 mL $19.95 2

VICTORY DEMI-SEC ROSÉ SPARKLING Ukraine, traditional method Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir, this off-dry sparkler is fresh and elegant, with suggestions of acacia, ripe redcurrant and wild berries and a long, balanced finish. A lovely sipper, it will also pair beautifully with holubts i (Ukrainian cabbage rolls) or fruit pastries. Medium-bodied & Flavourful 42016 (M) 750 mL $19.95 1 New at Vintages

LUC BELAIRE RARE LUXE DEMI SEC SPARKLING France, Charmat method

This is a very full flavoured, off dry/medium sweet sparkler with quite intense and complex notes of dried apple, hay, crushed wildflowers and seeds. Quite custardy on the nose as well. Dessert in a glass but not super sweet. It is light to medium bodied, creamy yet fresh with very good acidity. The length is excellent. Tasted October 2023. Score: 92 (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Light & Fruity 632356 (MS) 750 mL $39.95 1

COOL CUSTOMERS Crisp, refreshing white wines are a great way to beat the heat. Versatile and evocative, they’re perfect for parties or brunch and will mingle effortlessly with all your guests. You can confidently pour these food-friendly wines with a range of dishes from fish to barbecued chicken to vegan kebabs with an avocado dip.

10-12°C SERVE AT

2-3 hours

20-30 mins

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ESTERHÁZY ESTORAS GRÜNER VELTLINER 2023 DAC Leithaberg, Austria

Pale green yellow, silver reflections. Delicately tobacco like, nuances of fresh apple and mango, a hint of orange zest. Juicy, elegant, ripe apple fruit, fine acidity structure, mineral and delicately savoury, white apple on the finish, a balanced food companion with fine minerality. Score: 92 (Peter Moser, falstaff.com, June 24, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 40882 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

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ROGER & DIDIER RAIMBAULT SANCERRE 2023 AC, Loire, France (Translated from the French) Working in the heart of the Sancerre vineyards, Didier Raimbault never makes a fuss, but his wines are released regularly and are well-balanced. This Loire Valley Sauvignon, which con noisseurs will appreciate for its finesse and elegance, will do wonders with fine cuisine, thanks to its freshness and focussed fruit. Score: Grand Gold (Margot Pommier, bettanedesseauve.com, Jan. 9, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 82255 (XD) 750 mL $39.95 2 Made from 100% Assyrtiko sourced from local growers at high altitudes in the hills of Amyndeon, this unoaked wine spent over four months on the lees gaining extra depth. It’s crisp and poised, with notions of crunchy orchard fruit and subtle marine salt. Pair with fried calamari or zucchini blossoms. Light & Crisp 25707 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 1 FEATHERSTONE PINOT GRIGIO 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Featherstone creates this wine by separating the grapes at harvest, leaving one batch on the skins and pressing the second immediately. This process introduces additional colour, flavour and texture to the final blend. Look for lifted rose petal, pepper spice, red fruit, cran berry, strawberry, raspberry, grapefruit and melon in this engaging, balanced, mouth- watering wine. Light & Crisp 20599 (D) 750 mL $17.95 2 KIR-YIANNI THE NORTH ASSYRTIKO 2024 IGP Florina, Greece, vegan

These tajín-spiced Grilled Half-Chickens with Mezcal BBQ Sauce are basted with a spicy concoction featuring lager, OJ, hot sauce and mezcal. Visit LCBO.com to find this and hundreds of other recipes created by our experts exclusively for Food & Drink magazine.

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KELLEREI BOZEN PINOT GRIGIO 2023 DOC Südtirol - Alto Adige, Italy, sustainable This is a super-floral pinot grigio with notes of linden tree, orange blossoms, lemon leaves and pears. Light-bodied with a refined palate, crisp acidity and a savory finish. Drink now. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, Sept. 13, 2024) Light & Crisp 249466 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 1

TOI TOI RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, sustainable A magnificent rendition, the intensely aromatic bouquet shows passionfruit, kiwifruit, feijoa and lime peel characters, followed by a concen- trated palate offering excellent weight and vibrancy. Wonderfully framed by refreshing acidity, finishing long and exuberant. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 95 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 32554 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2

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BOYA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 DO Valle de Leyda, Chile, sustainable, vegan (Garcés Silva)

A classic sauvignon blanc from the cool reaches of Chile’s Leyda Valley, with a zesty, energetic palate, blazon citrus notes and rich stone fruit to balance the flavour profile. Distinctive, clean, aromatic, and undeniably refreshing with a persistent finish marked by salinity. Tasted November 2024. Score: 89 (Sara d’Amato, winealign.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 389726 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2 4 Organic product

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13 TH STREET JUNE’S VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

This single-vineyard Chardonnay has generous, lifted notes of wildflowers, fresh lemon, apple, citrus, mango and cream, with an elegant stony minerality. Drink through 2028+. Light & Crisp 236745 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 2

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PRETTY AND POPULAR Rosé wines bridge the gap between white and red wines in more ways than colour. Light and zesty, they’re a natural choice for warm-weather dining, but have the structure, versatility and depth of flavour to pair with everything from steak to fish to vegan pizza with the works.

CARTE NOIRE HÉRITAGE ROSÉ 2024 AP Côtes de Provence, France (Les Maîtres Vignerons de la Presqu’ile de Saint-Tropez) This blend of Grenache and Cinsault has long been a customer favourite, beloved for its bright personality and its floral, ripe red berry, fresh grass and Provençal garrigue tones. A delightful sipper that pairs beautifully with smoked salmon. Medium-bodied & Dry 319384 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 1

12°C SERVE AT

1.5 hours

15 mins

SOHO WHITE COLLECTION HARRY ROSÉ 2024 Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, sustainable Charming and instantly appealing, the elegantly expressed bouquet shows strawberry, creaming soda and crunchy apple characters with a hint of floral overtone. The palate is equally attractive with excellent focus and fruit purity, leading to a persistent refreshing finish. At its best: now to 2027. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2024) Easygoing & Fruity 19545 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 2

BORN RAMBLA ROSÉ 2024 Barcelona, Spain

This blend of Grenache and Tempranillo is from an all-female team of Barcelona-based winemakers crafting some of the Mediterra nean’s most exciting rosés. Their slogan says it all: “We don’t make wine, we make rosé.” This one is fresh, buoyant and dry, with apple, strawberry, plum, and a subtle herbal under tone. Made to be fun and easy to enjoy, it will be a backyard barbecue staple. Easygoing & Fruity 37863 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 1 4 Organic product

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HIDDEN BENCH GAMAY 2022 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, sustainable, unfiltered What a lovely gamay – certainly among the ripest and best yet from Hidden Bench as it gears up its gamay program with the use of new concrete fermenters. It has more colour depth than expected and generous aromas of strawberry/cherry fruit, soft florals and subtle oak. It is light to medium bodied, nicely composed and effort lessly balanced with fine acidity and tannin. The length is excellent. A class act. Tasted October 2024. Score: 92 (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Light-bodied & Fruity 20422 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2 4 Organic product

EASYGOING AND CHILL Light, quaffable reds are a delicious addition to any meal and bring an easygoing poise to any gathering, be it a formal affair or a casual hang. Chill them lightly to accentuate their fruitiness and pair them with grilled salmon skewers or roasted-veggie pasta salad.

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CREEKSIDE RED TRACTOR CABERNET FRANC 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

Alluring nose with ripe red and black cherry, leafy, bell pepper, and a touch of summer fruit jam. Smooth, with chewy tannins lending a good grip and a fresh finish. Drinking window: 2023- 2026. Score: 88 (decanter.com, June 5, 2023) Medium-bodied & Fruity 14424 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2

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14°C SERVE AT

1 hour

10 mins

CHÂTEAU GAILLARD BEAUJOLAIS-VILLAGES 2023 AP, Beaujolais, France, sustainable (Sébastien Gutty) Château Gaillard has been owned by Sébastien Gutty since 1997 and produces cru wines from Morgon, Fleurie and Moulin-à-Vent, as well as this Beaujolais-Villages. Vine age averages 60 years, not including some century-old vines. This wine is approachable and ripe, with blackcurrant, berry, savoury herbs and earth. Lithe enough to sip, it has the structure for grilled foods, be they meat, salmon or veggie. Light-bodied & Fruity 42228 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 New at Vintages

ZENATO VALPOLICELLA SUPERIORE 2021 DOC, Veneto, Italy

Good Superiore. Polished and contemporary, without quite hitting the sour, red fruited notes of the better traditionalists. Shows dark fruit and reductive hints of violets and camphor, with well-managed grape tannins and oak. Quite drinkable. Drink or hold [to 2028]. Score: 90 (Ned Goodwin, MW, jamessuckling.com, April 8, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 995704 (D) 750 mL $18.95 2

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THRILL THE GRILL

When big, juicy cuts of steaks, smoked ribs, or seitan short ribs are on the menu, you want a wine with ripe fruit, complex herbs, smoke, spice and oak and the power, structure and textural depth to match; wines like Grenache and bold red blends.

16-18°C SERVE AT

WIRRA GREN McLare This wi with vin one 13 and bri garden till 203 [McLar tasting Show, Medium 41354 New a

30 mins

5-10 mins

MONSARAZ RESERVA 2022 DOC Alentejo, Portugal (Carmim) Aged for one year in French and American oak, this balanced blend of Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional and Trincadeira hits well above its weight class. It offers generous blackberry, meat, wood spice, black pepper, herbs and olives in a sleek, focused frame. A big wine for the price, it will drink through 2027+. [Mundus Vini did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Mundus Vini, Summer 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 20711 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 2

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SANTA CAROLINA 150 ANNIVERSARY EDITION 2022 Chile, sustainable

WIRRA WIRRA FARMER’S HEART GRENACHE 2023 McLaren Vale, South Australia This wine is sourced from seven small blocks with vines averaging 85 years of age, including one 130-year-old block. It’s approachable and bright, with plentiful red fruit and nuanced garden herbs. A real bargain that will drink till 2030+. [McLaren Vale Wine Show did not include a tasting note.] Score: 96 (McLaren Vale Wine Show, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 41354 (XD) 750 mL $25.95 2 New at Vintages

This wine is a celebration of Chile’s great diversity as well as a commemoration of Santa Carolina’s 150th anniversary. It’s a blend of Petite Sirah, Malbec and Carmenère sourced from prime sites in the Cachapoal and Maule valleys. An intense, structured, balanced wine, with cherry, plum, savoury herbs, spice, tobacco, and a graphite minerality. Perfect for roasted or grilled meats and veggies. Full-bodied & Firm 42108 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 New at Vintages

A WIRRA FARMER’S HEART NACHE 2023 en Vale, South Australia

ine is sourced from seven small blocks nes averaging 85 years of age, including 30-year-old block. It’s approachable ight, with plentiful red fruit and nuanced n herbs. A real bargain that will drink 30+. ren Vale Wine Show did not include a g note.] Score: 96 (McLaren Vale Wine 2024) m-bodied & Fruity 4 (XD) 750 mL $ 2 at Vintages

SWEET ENDINGS When the night is winding down, but not quite done, break out this sweet white vermouth. A no-brainer when it comes to cocktails, it’s a versatile option with food as well. Try it on the rocks with charcuterie, a mature-cheese platter, or a dark-chocolate dessert.

Serve sweet vermouth at room temp, but refrigerate it after opening to help slow oxidation.

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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.

VITTORE WHITE VERMOUTH Valencia, Spain (Cherubino Valsangiacomo)

From Cherubino Valsangiacomo, Vittore is a white vermouth from Valencia, Spain. Fragrant with poached pear, vanilla, fine herb, chamomile, thyme and sweet baking spice flavours sweet and vibrant on the palate, sip it chilled on the rocks or pair it with cured meats and pickled vegetables. Also try it chilled in a cocktail of one part vermouth, two parts tonic with a citrus garnish. Score: 93 (nataliemaclean.com, Feb. 17, 2024) Sweet 33933 (S) 750 mL $18.95 2

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COOL FRENCH REDS

10-14°C JUST CHILL, TOUT LE MONDE

There’s a hot new trend taking shape in France: Sleek, elegant red wines served chilled. Popular in the sunny Mediterranean beach towns of the South of France, the style is quickly building a fanbase across the rest of the country, especially with the arrival of summer. It’s not a brand-new idea (various red wines have been served chilled in one place or another over the years), more a rediscovery of a niche concept that’s now taking its place in the spotlight. With light tannins, lower alcohol and vibrant acidity, the three reds in this collection are ideal for hot days and nights and perfect for pairing with classic summer foods like burgers, cold cuts, salmon or salads. But what really sets them apart is that these are red wines specifically made to be sipped chilled. And as summer heats up in Ontario, the time is right to experience the trend here at home.

30-60 mins

10-20 mins

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M. CHAPOUTIER ROUGE CLAIR & FRAIS 2024 France

This elegant red from French winemaking legend M. Chapoutier is made in a style sometimes called “dark rosé” and is intended to be sipped at a chilly 10 degrees centigrade. In fact, the label itself lights up when the ideal chill is achieved. A blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, it delivers juicy red fruit wrapped in supple tannins. Perfect for charcuterie or tandoori chicken. Light-bodied & Fruity 42814 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 2 New at Vintages

LES JAMELLES ROUGE OSÉ 2024 France, sustainable (Catherine Delaunay, founder and chief winemaker) “Osé” roughly translates to “daring” and is a nod to this wine’s unconventional style. Made from Grenache, Syrah and Caladoc, it show cases fresh red berries, grenadine, peach, and a touch of mint leaf and is meant to be sipped chilled or even on the rocks. Pairs well with

grilled salmon or pizza. Medium-bodied & Fruity 42815

(XD) 750 mL $17.95 1

New at Vintages

GÉRARD BERTRAND LE CHOUCHOU LIGHT RED 2023 France So pale it could almost be sold as a rosé, this is a perfect end-of-summer red from Gérard Bertrand, something to serve straight from the fridge. Made with an unoaked combination of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault from the Languedoc, but sold as more lowly Vin de France, this is juicy, floral and lipsmackingly fresh, with flavours of pomegranate, raspberry and red cherry, subtle tannins, plenty of acidity and a twist of clove spice. Lots of fun. Drinking window: 2024-2026. Score: 91 (timatkin.com, Aug. 15, 2024) Light-bodied & Fruity 42813 (XD) 750 mL $17.95 1 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

Get a jump on Father’s Day shopping with this new Online & Flagship Exclusives collection, which is loaded with impressive and interesting wines. No matter Dad’s taste, there’s plenty to please here: plush Rhône blends, fine local Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, German and New Zealand Riesling, Sicilian Chardonnay, plus Assyrtiko, Timorasso, Picpoul and Etna Bianco. And if you really want to make a statement and a splash, you can’t go wrong with bubbly; in this case, the 2009 Dom Pérignon Brut Rosé. Find these wines on LCBO.com or in our 16 flagship stores. Fab finds for dear old Dad

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ONLINE & FLAGSHIP EXCLUSIVES

TRIUS SHOWCASE WILD FERMENT WATCHING TREE VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, sustainable Tropical fruit, ripe apple, citrus, peach, clove, vanilla, toast, and oak spice. 92 points (National Wine Awards of Canada) Full-bodied & Rich 199273 (XD) 750 mL $38.00 2

TRIUS SHOWCASE PINOT NOIR 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario A vibrant, balanced blend of the vintage’s top seven barrels. Cherry, redcurrant, earth, spice and oak. 90 points (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 418111 (XD) 750 mL $45.00 2

VOYAGER ESTATE CHENIN BLANC 2023 Margaret River, Western Australia Quite rich, with poached pear, quince, lemon, lime and lanolin. Drink by 2026.

SANTA EMA AMPLUS ONE CARMENÈRE 2019

Peumo, DO Valle de Cachapoal, Chile Juicy and ripe, with plum, red fruit, herbs, cigar box and spice. Firm and elegant. 93 points (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl) Full-bodied & Firm 41881 (XD) 750 mL $26.95 2 New at Vintages

93 points (Jane Faulkner, winecompanion.com.au) Full-bodied & Rich 41358

(XD) 750 mL $23.95 2

New at Vintages

DOM PÉRIGNON BRUT ROSÉ VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE 2009 AC, France Peach, fresh crushed strawberry and roses on the nose. Full-bodied and generous. 97 points (jamessuckling.com) Rich & Complex 91777 (D) 750 mL $482.95 2

GÉRARD BERTRAND PICPOUL DE PINET 2023 AP, Languedoc, France Lively citrus, apple, pear, honey, and a saline-edged minerality. Perfect for seafood. Light & Crisp 13000 (XD) 750 mL $17.95 1

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 34 TO 43.

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BOSQUET DES PAPES CUVÉE TRADITION CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2022 AC, Rhône, France Raspberry, dark chocolate and mocha on the nose. Rich, dense palate. Drink through 2040. 92-94 points (Joe Czerwinski,

CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL COUDOULET DE BEAUCASTEL CÔTES DU RHÔNE BLANC 2023 AC, Rhône, France (Famille Perrin)

SEEHOF RIESLING TROCKEN 2022 Qualitätswein, Rhine, Germany Elegant and refined on the palate. A straight, persistently saline, pure and juicy dry Riesling. 90 points (Stephan Reinhardt,

Balanced, lively and precise, with fresh lemon, linden, and exotic spices. Vivid and focused. 92 points (jamessuckling.com) Full-bodied & Rich 48892 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2 4 Organic product

robertparker.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 40365 (D) New at Vintages

robertparker.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 726687

750 mL $23.95 2

(XD) 750 mL $56.95 2

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ARGYROS SANTORINI ASSYRTIKO 2023 PDO, Greece Characterful, bright and elegant, with expressive ripe fruit, lime, pear and mineral. Aromatic & Flavourful 387365 (XD) 750 mL $53.95 2

VESEVO ENSIS LIMITED RELEASE TAURASI 2016 DOCG, Campania, Italy (Fantini) A classic expression of Taurasi’s volcanic soils from one of the world’s oldest Aglianico vineyards. Full-bodied & Smooth 41883 (XD) 750 mL $38.95 2 New at Vintages

TORONTO / • Summerhill & Yonge

• Queens Quay & Cooper St. • Laird Dr. south of Eglinton • Bloor & Royal York Rd. • Bayview Village • Avenue Rd. south of Wilson • Bay & Bloor • Spadina & Front • Dupont & Spadina OAKVILLE / • Cornwall Dr. & Trafalgar Rd. WOODBRIDGE / • Hwy. 7 & Weston Rd. COLLINGWOOD / • First & Pine OTTAWA / • Rideau St. & King Edward • Woodroffe & Carling ORLEANS /

FONTANAFREDDA DERTHONA COLLI TORTONESI TIMORASSO 2023 DOC, Piedmont, Italy, sustainable, vegan Fragrant, lifted and tropical. Will develop evocative dried fruit, almond and honey as it matures. Full-bodied & Rich 36416 (XD) 750 mL $28.95 2

PLANETA CHARDONNAY 2022 DOC Sicilia Menfi, Sicily, Italy, sustainable Apricot tart, baked pineapple, creamed hazelnut, preserved lemon, vanilla, and fleur de sel. 93 points (Alison Napjus, winespectator.com) Full-bodied & Rich 485102 (XD) 750 mL $54.95 2 4 Organic product

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TORRE MORA SCALUNERA ETNA BIANCO 2023 DOC, Sicily, Italy Wet stone, blanched almond, lemon, fresh pineapple, and subtle white pepper. 92 points (jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 41884 (XD) 750 mL $32.95 1

PIEROPAN CALVARINO SOAVE CLASSICO 2022 DOC, Veneto, Italy Linear, cool and taut, with green apple, quince, and stone fruit. 94 points (Ned Goodwin, MW,

AUNTSFIELD SINGLE VINEYARD PINOT NOIR 2022 Southern Valleys, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand, sustainable Sweet berry, dried mushroom, lithe garden herbs, hazelnut, vanilla and clove. Drink through 2034. 95 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Medium-bodied & Fruity 361246 (XD) 750 mL $32.95 2

jamessuckling.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 19010 4 Organic product

(XD) 750 mL $34.95 2

New at Vintages 4 Organic product

PADDY BORTHWICK RIESLING 2023 Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand Floral and linear, with lemon, apricot, peach and apple. Will delight through 2030. 93 points (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz) Aromatic & Flavourful 648840 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2

FLAGSTONE MUSIC ROOM CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2020 WO Western Cape, South Africa

BARBADILLO PASTORA MANZANILLA PASADA DO Manzanilla - Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Spain, unfiltered Warm and rich, with sultana raisin, sourdough, peanut shell and licorice. Very exotic and alluring. 95 points (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Dry 515965 (XD) 375 mL $21.95 2

Black cherry, sweet oak spice, and milk chocolate. Generous, complex and long. 91 points (Decanter World Wine Awards) Full-bodied & Firm 205245 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2

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I love it

An insider’s guide to great Ontario wines.

because... It’s a bubbly blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. 1. 2. It has aromas and flavours of strawberry, raspberry and watermelon. 3. It’s a brilliant way celebrate Dad this upcoming Father’s Day!

Sean Adams Ontario Wine Buyer

Theory of

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It’s always exciting when be- loved local winery Featherstone comes out with a new wine. This fun pink bubbly is named for co-founder Louise Engel’s father, who taught physics. My theory? It’s just a matter of time before you gravitate to the fresh strawberry, cherry, peach and floral notes of this dynamic wine.

FEATHERSTONE FIZZICS ROSÉ SPARKLING 2023 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method 44918 (D) 750 mL $19.95 1 Medium-bodied & Flavourful 88 points (winesinniagara.com) For complete tasting note, see page 35.

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SAKE

FUKUJU SPARKLING UMESHU PLUM SAKE Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan Light and refreshing, with fine elegance and balance. Delicate bubbles and a gentle sweetness, with peach, apple, and a tangy character. Ideal for salty appetizers. 42254 (XD) 200 mL $9.95 1

HOKUSHIKA KITAAKITA JUNMAI DAIGINJO SAKE Akita Prefecture, Japan

Full-bodied and robust, with delicate floral and fruity tones. Plush and opulent without sacrificing its elegant character. 42265 (XD) 720 mL $29.95 1

SANSYOURAKU JUNMAISHU SPARKLING SAKE Toyama Prefecture, Japan

Bold aromas and flavours of koji-malt and umami in a balanced, fresh sake that has the depth to stand up to strong-flavoured dishes. 42253 (XD) 720 mL $30.95 1

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SAKE CONT’D

SHERRY BARBADILLO PASTORA MANZANILLA PASADA DO Manzanilla – Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Spain, unfiltered The back label claims that “Pastora” was the first manzanilla ever bottled, way back in 1827. This is a pasada version, longer aged with diminished flor protection and more oxidative notes. It was bottled without filtration. It wafts a classic, intense nose of sultana raisin, sourdough, peanut shell and licorice – very exotic and alluring. It is medium-full bodied, just off dry warm and rich. Love the sense of fruit here, so rare in sherry. This is outstanding. Chill lightly. Tasted Sept 2021. Score: 95 (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Dry 515965 (XD) 375 mL $21.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

SHICHIDA JUNMAI GINJO SAKE Saga Prefecture, Japan (Tenzan)

The Tenzan Brewing Company was founded in 1875, and Kensuke Shichida represents the sixth generation of the family to brew fine sake here. This one has nice depth and character, with notes of white flowers, peach and umami, plus a vibrant acidity. 26381 (XD) 720 mL $27.95 1

TABANCO DRY AMONTILLADO DO Jerez, Spain (Lustau)

TATENOKAWA’S KODAKARA YUZU SAKE Kochi Prefecture, Japan

100% Palomino. Sweet spice, bruised apple and roasted nut aromatics. Nice viscosity on the palate with coffee notes. Long, toffee finish. Score: 90 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2022) Dry 21737 (XD) 750 mL $27.95 1

Aromatic and fresh, with alluring sweet and sour characteristics, lemon, grapefruit and herbs. Enjoy chilled or on the rocks. 42252 (XD) 720 mL $32.95 1

FORTIFIED WINE

CHAMPAGNE

VITTORE WHITE VERMOUTH Valencia, Spain (Cherubino Valsangiacomo) From Cherubino Valsangiacomo, Vittore is a white vermouth from Valencia, Spain. Fragrant with poached pear, vanilla, fine herb, chamomile, thyme and sweet baking spice flavours sweet and vibrant on the palate, sip it chilled on the rocks or pair it with cured meats and pickled vegetables. Also try it chilled in a cocktail of one part vermouth, two parts tonic with a citrus garnish. Score: 93 (nataliemaclean.com, Feb. 17, 2024) Sweet 33933 (S) 750 mL $18.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In

DOM PÉRIGNON BRUT ROSÉ VINTAGE CHAMPAGNE 2009 AC, France Peaches, fresh crushed strawberries and roses on the nose. Full-bodied and generous. Fine tannins that frame the wine beautifully and set it up for a fresh finish. Some fruit tea and cedar undertones. Enticing finish with hints of bitterness. Savory. Drink or hold. Score: 97 (jamessuckling.com, Aug. 7, 2023) Rich & Complex 91777 (D) 750 mL $482.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

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POMMERY APANAGE BRUT CHAMPAGNE AC, France Hard to resist this charming and characterful champagne. A wide range of stone fruit aromas plus ripe pear pulls you into the juicy and creamy palate which retains a very nice delicacy of touch. Long, elegant finish with dainty caramelized pear character. 40% chardonnay, 30% pinot noir and 30% pinot meunier with 20% of perpetual reserve in this cuvee based on the 2018 vintage. 17 villages, mostly Premier and Grand Cru. Drink now. Score: 93 (Stuart Pigott, jamessuckling.com, July 5, 2023) Rich & Complex 173161 (XD) 750 mL $108.95 1

LUC BELAIRE RARE LUXE DEMI SEC SPARKLING France, Charmat method

This is a very full flavoured, off dry/medium sweet sparkler with quite intense and complex notes of dried apple, hay, crushed wildflowers and seeds. Quite custardy on the nose as well. Dessert in a glass but not super sweet. It is light to medium bodied, creamy yet fresh with very good acidity. The length is excellent. Tasted October 2023. Score: 92 (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Light & Fruity 632356 (MS) 750 mL $39.95 1 Featured in Dining Out Is In

SPARKLING WINE

FEATHERSTONE FIZZICS ROSÉ SPARKLING 2023 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method

This is a new wine for Featherstone, a charmat style bubbly that’s a blend of Cabernet Franc (60%) and Merlot (40%). The name is an ode to Engel’s dad, who taught physics. It shows a light pink colour in the glass with a persistent bubble and notes of fresh strawberries, cherries, watermelon, floral accents and a smidge of citrus. There is a touch of sweetness on the palate with a lively bead and ripe red berries, a bit of peach and a juicy, vibrant finish. Fun bubbles at an attractive price. Score: 88 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, July 15, 2024) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 44918 (D) 750 mL $19.95 1 Featured in Local Find Flat Rock Twisted 2023 Charmat method bubble is a great value sparkler. Produced from 86% Riesling, 13% Chardonnay with the balance in Gewürztraminer, it is fragrant with ripe apple, lemon zest, tart orchard and stone fruit flavours on a lively and persistent mousse. Winemaker Andrea Perez Castillo suggests a pairing of sushi, tempura vegetables or potato chips. Score: 91 (nataliemaclean.com, Dec. 14, 2024) Light & Fruity 14421 (M) 750 mL $19.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In FLAT ROCK TWISTED SPARKLING 2023 6 VQA Ontario, Charmat method

LABOURÉ-GONTARD BRUT CRÉMANT DE BOURGOGNE

AP, Burgundy, France, traditional method Cream, yeast and lemon form a perfect trinity on this wine’s vivid nose. The fresh palate is lively with bubbles, rounded with bready yeastiness and comes with a gentle texture. It is dry, appetizing and refreshing on the finish. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Anna Lee C. Iijima, Wine Enthusiast , Dec. 31, 2020) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 401018 (D) 750 mL $22.95 1

HXM ROYAL CRÉMANT RIESLING BRUT SPARKLING Mittelrhein, Germany, traditional method

Made in the traditional method from 100% Riesling grapes, this elegant bubbly spent nine months ageing on the lees. It delivers juicy apricot and spice notes on the way to a long, satiny finish. Light & Fruity 42017 (D) 750 mL $17.95 1

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SPARKLING WINE CONT’D VICTORY DEMI-SEC ROSÉ SPARKLING Ukraine, traditional method

JACKSON-TRIGGS GRAND RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula Savoury character with baked lemon and gooseberry aromas and grassy undertones. Respectable concentration on the mid-palate. Score: 89 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 25368 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2

Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir, this off-dry sparkler is fresh and elegant, with suggestions of acacia, ripe redcurrant and wild berries and a long, balanced finish. A lovely sipper, it will also pair beautifully with holubtsi (Ukrainian

cabbage rolls) or fruit pastries. Medium-bodied & Flavourful 42016 (M) Featured in Dining Out Is In

750 mL $19.95 1

CANADA – WHITE WINE ONTARIO 13 TH STREET JUNE’S VINEYARD

MARYNISSEN HERITAGE COLLECTION PICONE VINEYARD RIESLING 2023 6

VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula This Riesling was harvested on four different days and the four harvests were fermented separately, revealing the nuance and complexity of different parcels within the Picone Vineyard. The final blend offers superb tension, balance and freshness, with apple, citrus, pear, and refined minerality. Pair with spicy vegan pasta or Indian dishes. Drink through 2026. Aromatic & Flavourful 45008 (M) 750 mL $22.95 2 TRIUS SHOWCASE WILD FERMENT WATCHING TREE VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2022 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, sustainable The stony, pebbly Watching Tree Vineyard was planted in 1989 in an ancient riverbed. It was named for the tall tree that stands beside the vineyard, watching over the vines. This Chardonnay shows tropical fruit, ripe apple, citrus, peach, clove, vanilla, oak spice and toast. [National Wine Awards of Canada did not include a tasting note.] Score: 92 (National Wine Awards

CHARDONNAY 2023 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

This single-vineyard Chardonnay has generous, lifted notes of wildflowers, fresh lemon, apple, citrus, mango and cream, with an elegant stony minerality. Drink through 2028+. Light & Crisp 236745 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In

FEATHERSTONE PINOT GRIGIO 2024 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula Featherstone creates this wine by separating the grapes at harvest, leaving one batch on the skins and pressing the second immediately. This process introduces additional colour, flavour and texture to the final blend. Look for lifted rose petal, pepper spice, red fruit, cranberry, strawberry, raspberry, grapefruit and melon in this engaging, balanced, mouth-watering wine. Light & Crisp 20599 (D) 750 mL $17.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In

of Canada, 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 199273

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WENDING HOME ESTATE VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2020 6 VQA Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula Aged in a combination of 228 L French oak barrique and 500 L puncheons, 20% of which is new oak, for 8-9 months. It has a rich and creamy nose of ripe pear, yellow apple, lemon tart, a floral note, flint, and elegant spices. It has a lovely creamy texture on the palate with ripe stone fruits, flinty minerality, spice and a long, lifted finish. Score: 92 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, May 24, 2022) Full-bodied & Rich 44853 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2

EASTDELL GAMAY NOIR 2019 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula

Gamay Noir has become Niagara’s best-kept secret. It’s often overshadowed by its Burgundian counter- part, Pinot Noir. But this wine, with its crunchy red fruit flavours and crisp acidity, makes a compelling bid for the spotlight. Lightly chill this flexible wine and it will be perfect for all occasions. Pour along- side grilled tuna steaks and an arugula salad. Light-bodied & Fruity 214890 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 1

CANADA – RED WINE ONTARIO

FEROX VANTAGE RED 6 VQA Ontario, sustainable, vegan

CREEKSIDE RED TRACTOR CABERNET FRANC 2020 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula Alluring nose with ripe red and black cherry, leafy, bell pepper, and a touch of summer fruit jam. Smooth, with chewy tannins lending a good grip and a fresh finish. Drinking window: 2023-2026. Score: 88 (decanter.com, June 5, 2023) Medium-bodied & Fruity 14424 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In

The Vantage wines are a new collection from Ferox. The red is a multi-vintage blend of Zweigelt, Merlot, Syrah, Malbec and Cabernet Franc from the 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 vintages. It’s complex and rich, with blueberry, plum, blackberry, cranberry, black pepper, and garden herbs. This fruity, food- friendly, exciting, dynamic wine will pair with a wide range of foods from chicken wings to grilled lamb. Medium-bodied & Fruity 44919 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 1 HIDDEN BENCH GAMAY 2022 6 VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, sustainable, unfiltered What a lovely gamay – certainly among the ripest and best yet from Hidden Bench as it gears up its gamay program with the use of new concrete fermenters. It has more colour depth than expected and generous aromas of strawberry/cherry fruit, soft florals and subtle oak. It is light to medium bodied, nicely composed and effortlessly balanced with fine acidity and tannin. The length is excellent. A class act. Tasted October 2024. Score: 92 (David Lawrason, winealign.com) Light-bodied & Fruity 20422 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In 4 Organic product

DREA’S SMALL BATCH CABERNET FRANC 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula, sustainable

This Cabernet Franc is made by Andrea (“Drea”) Kaiser to honour her father, Karl J. Kaiser, who co-founded Inniskillin Wines. In 2017, the Karl J. Kaiser Memorial Fund at Brock University was established, with a portion of proceeds from this wine’s sales donated to it each year. This single- vineyard Cabernet Franc offers generous notes of blackcurrant, savoury herbs, vanilla and earth. Medium-bodied & Fruity 44947 (XD) 750 mL $39.50 2

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CANADA – ROSÉ WINE ONTARIO PELEE ISLAND LOLA CABERNET FRANC ROSÉ 2022 6 VQA South Islands, Lake Erie North Shore, sustainable, vegan Pelee Island Lola 2022 is a great value, vegan- friendly Cabernet Franc Rosé ... Produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from South Islands, Lake Erie North Shore wine region, the wine is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with pink florals and zesty with strawberry, raspberry, fine herb and flinty mineral flavours elegant on the palate. Enjoy it chilled with grilled chicken dishes or veggie kebabs from the grill. Drink: 2024-2025. Score: 90 (nataliemaclean.com, Sept. 20, 2024) Easygoing & Fruity 552497 (D) 750 mL $18.95 1 EL ENEMIGO CHARDONNAY 2023* Mendoza (Alejandro Vigil and Adrianna Catena) Exotic, ripe and balanced, with impressive suggestions of gala apple, apricot, mango, green almond, vanilla and caramel. There’s a complex crushed-stone-and-seashell minerality and a taut, saline-infused finish. At this stage, the 2023 appears particularly ageable, with the potential to drink into the early 2030s. Very fine. Full-bodied & Rich 482984 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2 KAIKEN ULTRA MALBEC 2021 There’s an alluring, wild quality to this red, with chaparral and mountain herb notes up front. In contrast, olive, peppercorn and fresh leather accents chime in to join the concentrated core of plum and berry flavors, which lengthen nicely around fresh acidity before finishing smooth, with a lingering herbal element. Drink now through 2040. Smart Buys. Ranked #30 in Wine Spectator ’s Top 100 Wines of 2024. Score: 92 (Aaron Brasher, winespectator.com, Nov. 30, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 50849 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 2 ARGENTINA – WHITE WINE ARGENTINA – RED WINE

PELEE ISLAND VINEDRESSER CABERNET SAUVIGNON/CABERNET FRANC 2017 6 VQA South Islands, Lake Erie North Shore, sustainable, vegan A blend of cabernet (sauvignon and franc) from ... Canada’s most southerly winemaking region. Rich and warming with notable ripeness. Full-bodied with red plummy fruit and a good balance of oak spice. Exhibits a gently matured character along with a touch of sweetness. Round with supple tannins contribute to a ready-to-drink disposition. A widely appealing style that is certified sustainable. Best now to 2025. Tasted March 2023. Score: 89 (Sara d’Amato, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 32023 (XD) 750 mL $33.95 1 VQA Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula At a fine stage of development ... ample floral perfume, lifted and fragrant, with nicely enmeshed old wood spice notes and bright, still-fresh red berry-cherry fruit. The palate has lovely texture silky-firm, also succulent and juicy, saliva-inducing in the best way, with impressive flavour density and length on such a refined and elegant frame. In the world of pinot, this has to be counted among the sharp values. Drink or hold another 5-7 years for a fully mature experience. Tasted October 2024. Score: 93 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 307686 (XD) 750 mL $35.95 2 TAWSE QUARRY ROAD PINOT NOIR 2021 6 TRIUS SHOWCASE PINOT NOIR 2022 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula ... a delicate and refined example, with ultra-fine tannins leaving ripe-zesty acids to carry the weight. Fruit is properly in the red fruit spectrum, joined by savoury notes, earth, leather, spice, clean overall. Length and depth are very good. Delicate and elegant overall, ready to drink or hold until the end of the decade. Tasted February 2025. Score: 90 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com) Medium-bodied & Fruity 418111 (XD) 750 mL $45.00 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

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CHILE – RED WINE

LA POSTA MALBEC ROSÉ 2024* Mendoza, sustainable

SANTA CAROLINA 150 ANNIVERSARY EDITION 2022 Chile, sustainable

La Posta Malbec Rosé 2024 is 100% Malbec and offers up engaging plum, raspberry, sour cherry, grilled herbs and stones. Quite an elegant wine, with mouth-watering acidity that makes it a great sipper as well as a versatile food wine. Medium-bodied & Dry 24747 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 1

This wine is a celebration of Chile’s great diversity as well as a commemoration of Santa Carolina’s 150th anniversary. It’s a blend of Petite Sirah, Malbec and Carmenère sourced from prime sites in the Cachapoal and Maule valleys. An intense, structured, balanced wine, with cherry, plum, savoury herbs, spice, tobacco, and a graphite minerality. Perfect for roasted or grilled meats and veggies. Full-bodied & Firm 42108 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In

MONTES PURPLE ANGEL 2021 DO Valle de Colchagua

SUSANA BALBO CRIOS MALBEC ROSÉ 2024 Valle de Uco, Mendoza, sustainable

For me, this is the best Purple Angel since 2016, another cooler, fresher vintage in Chile. Partnering Carmenère and 8% Petit Verdot, with equal parts of the blend from Apalta and Marchigüe, this has plenty of graphite and tarragon on the nose, supple, granular tannins, layers of coffee bean, chocolate and black cherry and a balanced, nuanced finish. Drink date: 2025-2036. Score: 97 (timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2024 ) Full-bodied & Firm 62364 (XD) 750 mL $105.95 2

This pink wine is made from 100% Malbec grown at a soaring 1,050 metres of elevation and harvested by hand. Forged in stainless steel for maximum freshness and vibrancy, it delivers juicy berry and savoury herbal notes. Pour with paella, grilled chicken, or lamb lollipops. Easygoing & Fruity 32026 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 1

SANTA EMA AMPLUS ONE CARMENÈRE 2019 Peumo, DO Valle de Cachapoal The base of this wine (85% of the blend) is

CHILE – WHITE WINE BOYA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2024 DO Valle de Leyda, sustainable, vegan (Garcés Silva) A classic sauvignon blanc from the cool reaches of Chile’s Leyda Valley, with a zesty, energetic palate, blazon citrus notes and rich stone fruit to balance the flavour profile. Distinctive, clean, aromatic, and undeniably refreshing with a persistent finish marked by salinity. Tasted November 2024. Score: 89 (Sara d’Amato, winealign.com) Aromatic & Flavourful 389726 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2 Featured in Dining Out Is In 4 Organic product

carmenere from the Peumo zone in the heart of the Cachapoal Valley. It’s a warm area, with soft breezes that blow through the Cachapoal River Basin, where carmenere can ripen easily. For additional acidity and tannic tension, it has 10% syrah, and the rest is carignan from Maule. This is a wine that’s juicy in character with very red fruits, very sharp acidity, and tannins that are firm but very elegant. [Drink through 2030.] Score: 93 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2022) Full-bodied & Firm 41881 (XD) 750 mL $26.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

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