Château Devise D'ardilley 2012   

Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France

Château Devise D'ardilley 2012A 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

Best Beef Wine   

Price: $29.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO: 642512

 

Don Sebastiani & Sons Big Smooth Old Vine Zinfandel 2013   

Lodi, Sonoma, Napa Valley, California, United States

Don Sebastiani & Sons Big Smooth Old Vine ZinfandeA 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

Delightful Duck Wine   

Price: $24.95
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 470179

 

Dirty Laundry Vineyards Not So Knotty Chardonnay 2014   

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada

Dirty Laundry Vineyards Not So Knotty Chardonnay 2This 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

Scrumptious Seafood Wine   

Price: $19.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 353144

 

Vina Montgras Amaral Sauvignon Blanc 2015   

Leyda Valley, Chile

Vina Montgras Amaral Sauvignon Blanc 2015A 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

Sensational Shellfish Wine   

Price: $14.95
Score: 91/100
LCBO: 367292

 

Ruppertsberger Linsenbusch Spätlese Gewurztraminer 2015   

Pfalz Pradikätswein, Germany

Ruppertsberger Linsenbusch Spätlese GewurztraminerA 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

Divine Dessert Wine   

Price: $17.95
Score: 92/100
LCBO: 320473