Guinzano San Gimignano Fattoria La Torre 2011
Tuscany DOC, Italy
Somewhat mute on the nose, but the palate shows well with the Band-Aid notes of oak aging and dark fruits and smoke. Pair with a striplion steak. Full-bodied. Decant 1-2 hours.
Alcohol: 14.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2015-2020
Price: $16.95
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 557545
Sextant Zinfandel 2013
Central Coast, California, United States
A juicy, plush, berry-rich Californian Zinfandel with purple plums on the finish. The winery is named for the Old World navigational instrument that used the sun, stars and horizon to chart a course on open water. The vines are planted in the arid, rocky soils of Monterey County, just north of Paso Robles. The chalky soils yield intense berry flavours. Pair with barbecued meats.
Alcohol: 14.8%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2014-2018
Price: $18.00
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 478933
Wakefield Estate Chardonnay 2015
Clare Valley, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia
This Chardonnay over-delivers on the price-quality ratio. Full-bodied with green apple and toasty oak aromas. Perfect for roast chicken. Lovely melon and pear notes on the finish of this Australian Chardonnay.
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2016-2018
Price: $15.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 711556
Kim Crawford Small Parcels Favourite Homestead Pinot Gris 2014
Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand
A fresh, crisp New Zealand Pinot Gris from a white wine master. Aromas of white and green melon, lemon zest and lime lift. Pair with fresh shellfish.
Alcohol: 13%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2014-2018
Price: $24.95
Score: 91/100
LCBO: 415463
Benjamin Bridge Nova 7 Sparkling 2014
Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada
So pretty, floral, strawberry blossom exotic. Like a good dream from which you don't want to awaken. Perfect summer day in the middle of your winter world.
Alcohol: 6.5%
Sweetness: Medium Sweet
Drink: 2016-2018
Price: $24.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO: 256289