Château Du Grand Caumont 2016

Corbières, Midi A.P., France

Wines - chateauFresh and sexy fresh herbs, cedar spice and peppery nose. Full-bodied, smooth and lush with black cherry and ripe dark fruit. Pair with grilled Portobello mushroom burgers.

 

Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir 2017

California, United States

Wines - kendallWrapped up in toasty oak, a lush Pinot Noir with smoky dark berries, ripe red cherries that is both savoury and silky. Pair with roast duck.

 

Loveblock Love Letter Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2017

Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand

Wines - loveblockMedium-bodied, supple and crisp. Tasty and savory. Pair with chicken in cream sauce.

  • Alcohol: 12.8%
  • Sweetness: Dry
  • Drink: 2019-2020
  • Splendid Salad Wine
  • Price: $23.95
  • Score: 91/100
  • LCBO: 630632

 

Charles Baker B-Side Riesling 2017

Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada

Wines - charlesProduced by J.L. Groux and Charles Baker, B-Side 2017 Riesling from Stratus Vineyards on the Niagara Peninsula is a single-vineyard, limited vintage Riesling. The B-side Riesling is a blend of younger vines from these sites giving crisp apple, tropical fruit flavours with a spicy and zesty citrus finish. Pair with grilled pork chops.

  • Alcohol: 10.3%
  • Sweetness: Dry
  • Drink: 2019-2024
  • Calm Curry Wine
  • Price: $21.95
  • Score: 90/100
  • LCBO: 523845

 

United Stars Kindzmarauli 2017

Kakheti, Georgia

Wines - unitedThe wine is both savoury and sweet with ripe red berry fruit. Great for meaty dishes, mild beef curries with a touch of sweetness and spice. 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 "Kindzmarauli" designation means this wine is of high quality and is naturally semi-sweet. Lightly chill and pour with blue-veined cheeses.

  • Alcohol: 12.5%
  • Sweetness: Medium Sweet
  • Drink: 2018-2023
  • Divine Dessert Wine
  • Price: $17.95
  • Score: 85/100
  • LCBO: 13961