Lornano Chianti Classico 2013
Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy
Full-bodied Italian Chianti made from the Sangiovese grape, with grainy tannins. The wine was aged for 12 months in oak barrels imparting a smoky character. Aromas of tart cherry and earth. Pair with lasagna or pasta with tomato sauce.
- Alcohol: 14.5%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2018-2022
- Complete Cheese Pizza Wine
- Price: $17.95
- Score: 89/100
- LCBO: 211599
Clayhouse Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Red Cedar Vineyard, Paso Robles, California, United States
This robust, full-bodied and dry Californian Cabernet is part of Clayhouse's Vineyard Series. Wine grapes were harvested from the Red Cedar Vineyard and the wine was matured 16 months in a combination of American, French and other European oak barrels giving toasty oak spice and smoky coffee notes to go along with bright and juicy dark berry flavours in this California Cab. The winery is 90% solar powered and Clayhouse is certified by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance. Pair with grilled steaks.
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Sweetness: Dry
- Drink: 2019-2023
- Voluptuous Veal Wine
- Price: $18.95
- Score: 91/100
- LCBO: 57869
La Joya Sauvignon Blanc 2018
Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile
A crisp, vibrant Chilean Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of lime citrus and lemongrass. Produced by Vina Bisquertt, the wine's name "La Joya" translates to "jewel" referring to the terrific fruit that come from the estate vineyard. Pair with spinach quiche, shellfish and poultry dishes.
- Alcohol: 13%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2019-2020
- Scrumptious Seafood Wine
- Price: $16.95
- Score: 90/100
- LCBO: 632331
Fielding Riesling 2017
Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada
From the Beamsville Bench, in the Niagara Escarpment wine region, Fielding 2017 is an estate-bottled off-dry, medium-bodied Riesling. Easy to have a glass or two at 10.3% abv. Dried apricots, lime/lemon zest aromas and petrol notes can be found on the nose. This is a balanced and zesty Riesling with ripe stone fruit, lemon curd and mandarin flavours on the palate. This vintage was awarded Gold in the 2018 All Canadian Wine Championships. Chill and enjoy on its own or with mild curries.
- Alcohol: 10.8%
- Sweetness: Medium
- Drink: 2019-2022
- Spectacular Spicy Wine
- Price: $19.95
- Score: 89/100
- LCBO: 251439
Xavier Muscat De Beaumes De Venise 2017
Rhône A.P., France
Xavier's 2017 vintage of Muscat de Beaumes de Venise is produced from Muscat and Muscat spirit, in a process called "mutage" from the Southern Rhone. Unlike icewine, don't overchill this vin doux naturel to experience its lovely tropical fruit, soft orange citrus and delicate cake spice flavours on the palate. Enjoy with fresh fruit desserts.
- Alcohol: 15%
- Sweetness: Sweet
- Drink: 2019-2025
- Divine Dessert Wine
- Price: $17.95
- Score: 92/100
- LCBO: 515783
