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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2017-2019
Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine
Price: $20.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 499442