Château Ksara Réserve Du Couvent 2014
Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
A straight-forward, robust, rustic red wine offering black cherry and raspberry aromas. Supple and tasty, with a firm grip on the palate. This wine is leaning toward the Rhone Valley in style and the blend here leads with the Syrah grape. Try this with meat lovers' pizza tonight.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2017-2020
Price: $16.95
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 443721
Antiche Terre Venete Ripasso Valpolicella 2014
Veneto D.O.C., Italy
This robust red wine is made using the Ripasso method to add more depth and concentration to the final wine. This traditional method from Verona area adds young fresh wine to the Amarone skins of the grapes then referments the wine again so there is both freshness and fullness. Love that smoky, meaty, sizzling bacon nose!
Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2017-2020
Price: $16.95
Score: 88/100
LCBO: 178459
2027 Falls Vineyard Riesling 2016
Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada
Winemaker Kevin Panagapka makes this sublimely delicious Niagara Riesling at a virtual winery, meaning he doesn't own the equipment, such as the press and tanks, but rather rents them from another winery. Juicy lime-lemon happiness with a gusher of mouth-watering pleasure. Medium-bodied and food-ultimate friendly.
Alcohol: 10%
Sweetness: Dry
Drink: 2016-2020
Price: $18.95
Score: 92/100
LCBO: 294041
Catena High Mountain Vines Chardonnay 2016
Mendoza, Argentina
A full-bodied Argentine white wine made with classic Chardonnay grapes that has been oak aged. Aromas of green apple and vanilla spice. Balanced, rich, luscious and lasting. Pair with roast chicken.
Alcohol: 14%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2017-2021
Price: $19.95
Score: 92/100
LCBO: 918805
Quinta do Crasto Late Bottled Vintage Port 2012
Douro D.O.P., Portugal
Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) Port offers tremendous value: it approaches Vintage Port character, depth and complexity at a fraction of the price. Aromas of blackberry liqueur and cassis. Pair with toasted nuts and hard cheeses.
Alcohol: 19%
Sweetness: Sweet
Drink: 2017-2025
Price: $13.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 51553