Susana Balbo Crios Malbec 2015

Mendoza, Argentina

Tasty and full-bodied Argentine red wine with black fruit and toasty smoke aromas. Supple and smooth. Winemaker Susana Balbo is one of the most respected names in the Argentine wine industry. This particular Malbec has a great finish. Pair with lamb chops. Great price.

Susana Balbo Crios Malbec 2015

Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2017-2020

Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine

Price: $14.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 162529

 

San Felice Chianti Classico 2015

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy

A luscious, medium-bodied superbly balanced Italian red wine. This moderately priced, pleasant Chianti is perfect for Italian fare. Very attractive smoke and toasty oak on the nose. Black cherry, spice aromas, with good acidity in this almost full-bodied red wine. Polished tannins. Made from the traditional Sangiovese grape and other native varieties, this full-bodied Italian red wine has smooth tannins. The 2013 vintage of the Chianti Classico San Felice is mostly of Sangiovese grapes with some Colorino and Pugnitello grapes. Pugnitello almost became non-existent until this winery started using it in this popular blend. Pair with grilled meats.

San Felice Chianti Classico 2015

Alcohol: 13%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2017-2023

Plush Pork Wine

Price: $19.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 282996

 

 

Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner 2015 

Kamptal D.A.C., Austria

Lime green intensity. Loads of acidity. Refreshing x 10. Finishes with a lime lift into the blue sky yonder. Try with shellfish.

Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner 2015

Alcohol: 12.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2017-2020

Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine

Price: $19.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 66225

 

 

Fielding Chardonnay 2016 

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

A full-bodied Niagara Chardonnay with some smoky notes even though it's not oak aged. Crisp with green apple goodness and sun-dappled white peach. Lovely. Don't overchill. Lively and surprisingly aromatic as often unoaked cool climate chardonnays are fairly subtle. This one is bursting with white peach and green apple. So alive in the glass! Pair with fresh seafood.

Fielding Chardonnay 2016

Alcohol: 12.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2016-2020

Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine

Price: $14.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 164491

 

Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2011

Douro Valley D.O.C., Portugal

Terrific value for this Portuguese fortified dessert wine from the Douro Valley. Aromas of blackcurrant jam and blackberry pie wrapped in smoke. Pair with holiday fruitcake, chocolate cheesecake or chocolate chip cookies.

Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2011

Alcohol: 20%
Sweetness: Sweet
Drink: 2016-2022

Divine Dessert Wine

Price: $19.95
Score: 92/100
LCBO: 533364