Vintages New Release Collection – 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