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Königschaffhauser Vulkanfelsen Pinot Gris Trocken 2019

Baden Qualitätswein, Germany

From the Baden-Kaiserstuhl wine region, Königschaffhauser Vulkanfelsen 2019 Pinot Gris is fragrant, lush and vibrant with ripe pear, melon and ripe apricot flavours mouth-filling and fresh on the palate. The wine is made from 100% Pinot Gris from a single-vineyard in the Kaiserstuhl subregion. Drinking beautifully now. Chill and pour with a grilled pork tenderloin.

Alcohol: 13%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2021-2023
Plush Pork Wine
Price: $16.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 597500

Allram Strass Grüner Veltliner 2018


Kamptal D.A.C., Austria

A spectacular Austrian white wine made from the country's iconic Gruner Veltliner grape. Aromas of lime zest and Asian pear. Terrific juicy acidity for seafood and shellfish.

Alcohol: 12.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2020-2022
Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine
Price: $19.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO:14189

Kenwood Vineyards Pinot Noir 2016

Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States

Loving this Californian Pinot Noir with ripe, sweet cherry, ripe raspberry, vanilla and toasty oak flavours on the palate. Tannins are well-integrated, well-balanced acidity and food-friendly. Pair with a chicken Mirabella dish.

Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2019-2022
Voluptuous Veal Wine
Price: $21.95
Score: 87/100
LCBO: 943225

Lakeview Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2015

Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada

A full-bodied Niagara Cabernet that was fermented on its skins in stainless steel tanks before maturing in oak barrels. Aromas of earth, smoke and dust. Pair with a rare steak.

Alcohol: 13.%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2018-2022
Best Beef Wine
Price: $29.95
Score: 87/100
LCBO: 12617

Henry of Pelham Three of Hearts Rosé 2018

Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada

A lovely, zesty Niagara rosé with grapes sourced from the same vineyards as the Catharine Cuvee. Spritely and zippy with aromas of fresh field strawberries. Dry and mouth-watering. Perfect for seafood and shellfish.

Alcohol: 13%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2021-2022
Splendid Salad Wine
Price: $19.95
Score: 91/100
LCBO: 552562