Paul Mas Nicole Vineyard Viognier 2012
Pays D'oc, Midi I.G.P., France
Seductive Old World Viognier with white floral and petrol aromas. Love it. The vines grow in chalk and clay soils on steep hillsides yielding a deep core of minerality in the finished wine.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2013-2017
Price: $17.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 370098
Ulisse Unico Pecorino 2012
Terre Di Chieti, Abruzzo I.G.T., Italy
Orange blossom, clementine and spring blossoms. Good acidic bite and more heft on the palate than I expected from such a pretty, flirty nose. Lovely.
Alcohol: 13%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2014-2018
Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine
Price: $19.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 249128
Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2014
South Australia
Purple plum liqueur, blackberry jam and dark spice aromas and flavours on the nose and palate from this big, robust Australian red wine made from Shiraz grapes. Full-bodied with sweet black fruit and smoke. Pair with grilled pork chops and salsa.
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2014-2018
Price: $29.95
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 660043
La Crema Chardonnay 2013
Monterey, California
A buttery, oaky Californian Chardonnay that has balancing acidity and some apple notes. Full-bodied and smooth. Pair with roasted chicken.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2013-2017
Price: $26.95
Score: 87/100
LCBO: 158683
Los Clop Reserva Malbec 2009
Maipu, Mendoza, Argentina
Sweet blackberry liqueur and dark chocolate notes on this full-bodied Argentine red wine made from Malbec grapes. Purple plums on the finish.
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2014-2017
Price: $17.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 186650