Château Devise D'ardilley 2012
Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France
A spectacular Bordeaux from a superb vintage. This baby needs serious cellar time. Tannic and tightly wound, this will reward patience and decanting. Aromas of cassis and blackberry. A terrific and beautifully balanced Bordeaux red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes from the strong 2012 vintage. Could use some cellar time. Aromas of black fruit and toasty oak. Decant 1-2 hours and pair with a rare steak.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2018-2025
Price: $29.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO: 642512
Don Sebastiani & Sons Big Smooth Old Vine Zinfandel 2013
Lodi, Sonoma, Napa Valley, California, United States
A full-bodied, smooth, supple Californian red wine made from the iconic Zinfandel grape grown on old vines. Flavours of purple and black plums and some spice. Perfect for grilled meats.
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2016-2020
Price: $24.95
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 470179
Dirty Laundry Vineyards Not So Knotty Chardonnay 2014
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada
This fresh, crisp BC white wine made from Chardonnay grapes and is unoaked, thus the reference to "Not so knotty" (wood). Reminds me more of fresh linens on a spring day than Dirty Laundry with aromas of lime and lemon zest. Pair with crossing off the last item on your chores list and fresh seafood.
Alcohol: 13.9%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2016-2019
Price: $19.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 353144
Vina Montgras Amaral Sauvignon Blanc 2015
Leyda Valley, Chile
A terrific, delicious Chilean white wine for the money. Clean notes of lime and lemon, with a citrus lift on the finish. The Sauvignon Blanc grapes from the cool-climate Chilean region of the Leyda Valley that borders and is moderated by the Pacific Ocean. Pair with shellfish.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2016-2017
Price: $14.95
Score: 91/100
LCBO: 367292
Ruppertsberger Linsenbusch Spätlese Gewurztraminer 2015
Pfalz Pradikätswein, Germany
A gorgeous German sweet wine with layers of honeyed apricot flavours and some peach notes on the finish. Pair with fruit flans.
Alcohol: 10%
Sweetness: Medium Sweet
Drink: 2016-2018
Price: $17.95
Score: 92/100
LCBO: 320473