The Goatfather 2014

Coastal Region, South Africa

Juicy purple and black plum aromas with dark spice. Happy, straight-up pleasure in a glass. Full-bodied, but not heavy. This wine is a non-traditional blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Barbera and Nebbiolo grapes. Some terrific notes of cherry and blackberry on the finish. I love this producer's sense of humour as evident by the name of this wine and others. Pair with roast goat.

The Goatfather 2014

Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2016-2019

Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine

Price: $14.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 11072

 

Calcagno Feudo Di Mezzo Nerello Mascalese 2011

Sicily I.G.T., Italy

Considered the Sicilian version of Pinot Noir with its tart cherry flavours, smooth texture and mouth-watering acidity, this is liquid gorgeous. The difference is a lot more alcoholic heft and warmth. So lovely. Pair with pork tenderloin.

Calcagno Feudo Di Mezzo Nerello Mascalese 2011

Alcohol: 14/5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2014-2022

Luscious Lamb Wine

Price: $31.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO: 408187

 

Nikolaihof Hefeabzug Grüner Veltliner 2014

Wachau, Austria

A lovely yeasty, freshly baked bread note on the nose of this vibrant, beautifully balanced Austrian white wine made from the country's iconic Gruner Veltliner grape. Fresh, racy acidity to take on seafood and shellfish as well as vegetarian dishes. This wine is Demeter certified, and is made using biodynamic farming principles which go well beyond organic methods to respect the earth and the people making this wine. Highly recommended.

Nikolaihof Hefeabzug Grüner Veltliner 2014

Alcohol: 11.5%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2016-2019

Scrumptious Seafood Wine

Price: $20.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO: 85274

 

Marynissen Chardonnay 2013 

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

Founders John and Adrianna Marynissen planted the vines for these vinifera grapes back in 1975, and so they were among the first of producers to plant and make Chardonnay in Niagara. This vibrant Niagara white wine is a mostly Chardonnay, but also includes some Chardonnay Musqué which gives it a lift and floral note. Very balanced and medium-bodied. Pair with roast turkey or chicken.

Marynissen Chardonnay 2013

Alcohol: 13%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2016-2019

Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine

Price: $15.00
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 907683

 

Koncho Kindzmarauli Kakheti Saperavi 2014

Georgia

As long as you're prepared for the sweetness uncommonly associated with a red wine, you'll enjoy it. It's savoury and tasty and ripe red berry fruit. Great for meaty dishes with a touch of sweetness to them or a glaze. This Georgian late-harvest wine is made from the country's indigenous Saperavi grape, whose name means "paint dye" due to its naturally dark colour. The designation “kindzmarauli” means that the wine was aged for two years before being released.

Koncho Kindzmarauli Kakheti Saperavi 2014

Alcohol: 13%
Sweetness: Medium Sweet
Drink: 2016-2020

Divine Dessert Wine 

Price: $15.95
Score: 85/100
LCBO: 13961