Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
Mendoza, Argentina
Full-bodied with attractive black fruit and smoke aromas. Balanced and elegant at an amazingly great price. Great with meat dishes. Finishes with black cherry. Try it with prime rib.
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2013-2016
Price: $16.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO:143206
Carl Reh Riesling Kabinett 2008
Mosel, Germany
Love it! Terrific aromas of lime zest, green apples, melon and flint draw your closer to the glass. Harmonious, balanced and lively with just a touch of sweetness that makes this wine ultra-versatile for food, from glazed ham to Asian spices.
Alcohol: 8.5%
Sweetness: Medium
Drink: 2010-2016
Price: $12.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 174854
The People's Wine Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Central Otago, New Zealand
A lovely nose of fresh herbs, lime and citrus notes. Mouth-watering acidity makes this wine an excellent and versatile food companion. Perfect as an aperitif too.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2011-2015
Price: $17.99
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 515049
Faust Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Napa Valley, California, United States
Don’t make any deals with this wine given its namesake. However, it’s a terrific wine for the money. Lovely cedar-rich, cassis and blackberry aromas with perfect pitch balance.
Alcohol: 14.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2011-2016
Price: $39.95
Score: 91/100
LCBO: 238261;
A By Acacia Pinot Noir 2008
California, United States
Supple and lovely like a late-summer breeze. Dancing field cherries and raspberries. Mouth-watering and so very smooth. Staggeringly great price.
Alcohol: 13.8%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2011-2016
Price: $16.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 118927