Colab And Bloom Shiraz 2016

Barossa, South Australia, Australia

Wines of the week - colabA bold and beautiful Australian Shiraz from the heartland of Shiraz, the Barossa Valley. Aromas of black fruit, mint, mocha and toasty oak. Smooth and supple. Pair with prime rib.

  • Alcohol: 14.3%
  • Sweetness: Extra Dry
  • Drink: 2019-2024
  • Luscious Lamb Wine
  • Price: $18.95
  • Score: 92/100
  • LCBO: 632562

 

Castoro Cellars Zinfandel 2015

Paso Robles, California, United States

Wines of the week - castoroA full-bodied, supple California Zinfandel from a strong vintage. This wine was matured for half a year in both French and American oak barrels. Aromas of dark berries, spice, smoke. Pair with barbecued ribs.

  • Alcohol: 14.5%
  • Sweetness: Dry
  • Drink: 2019-2024
  • Plush Pork Wine  
  • Price: $24.95
  • Score: 88/100
  • LCBO: 645432

 

Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Graacher Himmelreich Riesling 2016

Mosel Prädikatswein, Germany

Wines of the week - heidemannAromatic with white florals, peachy, lime-lemon zest on the nose, Intense lime, lemon and honeyed stone fruit on the palate. Rich and intense finishing lemon zesty. Pair this Riesling with curries and spiced dishes.

  • Alcohol: 9%
  • Sweetness: Medium
  • Drink: 2019-2030
  • Calm Curry Wine
  • Price: $28.95
  • Score: 93/100
  • LCBO: 339150

 

Redstone Limestone Vineyard South Riesling 2016  

Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada

Wines of the week - redstoneRipe apple, honey and stonefruit flavours on this harmonious Riesling from Redstone Limestone Vineyard South (2016), produced by Tawse, one of Niagara's best producers. The vineyard is so named for the large stones and the red clay soil in the vineyards.

 

Carpenè Malvolti 1868 Brut Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

Conegliano Valdobbiadene, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy

Wines of the week - carpereA bone-dry Prosecco produced from Glera wine grapes grown in the appellation of Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore. Crisp and citrusy with ripe red apple and buttery brioche nose, lingering mousse mouth filling on the palate. Great value as well. Pair with seafood canapes. Founded in 1868 by Antonio Carpenè, Carpenè Malvolti has been influential in producing quality Prosecco.