Trapiche Imperfecto Malbec 2013

Mendoza, Argentina

The joke in the name is that this wine is imperfect because it has 3% Cabernet Franc ... 100% Malbec would be perfecto, according to the winemaker, such is the devotion to the country's flagship grape. However, there are no flaws here with this wine that is made from Malbec on its own-rooted massal selection and planted at 1300 metres above sea level in Gualtallary, Tupungato, Mendoza. Loaded with fleshy ripe black fruit, pepper and smoke. Concentrated yet balanced. Pair with hearty stews and meat dishes.

 

Trapiche Imperfecto Malbec 2013
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2016-2026

Best Beef Wine

Price: $53.95
Score: 93/100
LCBO: 516914

 

Cisplatino Progreso Tannat 2014

Uruguay

A full-bodied, tannic Urguay red wine made from the country's leading red wine grape Tannat. Aromas of blackened fruit and toasty oak. Pair with grilled meats.

 

Cisplatino Progreso Tannat 2014
Alcohol: 13.7%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2017-2020

Charming Grilled Chicken Wine

Price: $16.95
Score: 87/100
LCBO: 514760

 

Stratus Vineyards Wildass Riesling 2016

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

This lovely, light-bodied white wine offers enticing peach and melon notes, with just enough mouth-watering action for a wide range of dishes. Great balance, nice price.

 

Stratus Vineyards Wildass Riesling 2016
Alcohol: 11%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2016-2019

Terrific Turkey Wine

Price: $16.95
Score: 89/100
LCBO: 129700

 

Cave De Viré Viré-Clessé 2015

Burgundy A.C., France

Lemon freshness in this unoaked chardonnay that has incredible richness nonetheless. Zesty, balanced, full-bodied yet refreshing. Aging on the less gives the wine its creamy richness, rather than oak.

 

Cave De Viré Viré-Clessé 2015
Alcohol: 12.8%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2017-2020

Sensational Shellfish Wine

Price: $19.95
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 243782

 

Chateau Ste. Michelle Brut Sparkling Rosé

Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States

A lovely, bright, vibrant Washington State rosé made from a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. Aromas of wild field strawberry. Mouth-watering and juicy. Pair with grilled seafood.

 

Chateau Ste. Michelle Brut Sparkling Rosé
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2017-2019

Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine

Price: $20.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 499442