Graffigna Grand Reserve Malbec 2012
San Juan, Argentina
Cracked black pepper and seductive spice notes o this nose of this full-bodied Argentine red wine. Fleshy dark fruit and toasty oak on the nose and palate. The 2012 vintage of Graffigna is quaffable, robust and well-priced. Pair this robust Argentine wine, made from the country's iconic red wine grape Malbec, with hearty meat dishes.
Alcohol: 14.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2014-2020
Price: $17.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 162149
Tbilvino Alazanis Valley Red Saperavi Rkatsiteli 2007
Georgia
This Georgian red wine is a blend of the red grape Saperavi and the white grape Rkatsiteli. Although this red has a touch of sweetness, it’s balanced beautifully by the ripe red berry fruit and spices. Lovely notes of blackberries and plums.
Alcohol: 12%
Sweetness: Medium
Drink: 2008-2016
Price: $14.95
Score: 87/100
LCBO: 142109
Thelema Sutherland Mountain Vineyards Chardonnay 2012
Elgin W.O., South Africa
Glorious, glorious toasted almond and butterscotch. Rich and buttery with long layers of green and peach flavour. Roll over and pour yourself another glass. Pair with roasted chicken.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2013-2018
Price: $15.95
Score: 91/100
LCBO: 146423
Cline Cellars Viognier 2014
Sonoma Coast, California, United States
Lychee and rosewater and baking spices, especially nutmeg. An aromatic, floral white wine with good balance and a nice finish. Try it with mild curries and Asian dishes. Good price.
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2014-2017
Price: $18.95
Score: 87/100
LCBO: 128421
Offley 10 Year Old Tawny Port
Oporto D.O.P., Portugal
Decadently rich tawny port with aromas of seductive toffee. Of course one can't resist saying that it's offley good ;) Aromas of caramel, butterscotch, baking spices and treacle. Finishes with toasted almond. Perfect for after dinner on its own or with biscotti.
Alcohol: 20%
Sweetness: Sweet
Drink: 2016-2020
Price: $25.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO: 297788