Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Athene 2012
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada
Black fruit and charred toasty oak on the nose and palate of this full-bodied BC red wine. A bit hot on the palate from the alcohol. Supple, with good cellar aging capability.
- Alcohol: 14%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2015-2020
- Price: $44.95
- Score: 90/100
- LCBO: 371336
Château Suau 2010
Côtes De Bordeaux, Bordeaux A.C., France
Spicy with charred black fruit and dark spices in this full-bodied French red wine. Needs a rare steak to dance with those furry tannins.
- Alcohol: 13%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2014-2018
- Price: $20.95
- Score: 89/100
- LCBO: 437889
Coopers Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2014
Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand
Juicy and mouth-watering New Zealand Sauvignon that'll pair perfectly with seafood, shellfish or salads.
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2014-2016
- Price: $19.95
- Score: 90/100
- LCBO: 957407
Doolhof Dark Lady Of The Labyrinth Dark Delight Pinotage 2013
Wellington W.O., South Africa
Sweet mocha coffee aromas on the nose that is followed by smokier espresso on the palate. Full-bodied, smooth and deeply, weirdly attractive. Pair with smoked meats or breakfast.
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2014-2017
- Price: $19.95
- Score: 89/100
- LCBO: 376889
Gloria Ferrer Sonoma Brut
Sonoma County, California, United States
One of my favourite Californian sparkling wines year after year. This one isn't vintage dated. Toasty and fresh at a great price. Don't limit yourself to pre-dinner toasts and New Year's Eve with this terrific bubbly: drink it throughout the meal and throughout the year. In fact, why not make a resolution to do so now? Pair with fried fish, oysters and other shellfish.
- Alcohol: 12.5%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2015-2018
- Price: $31.95
- Score: 92/100
- LCBO: 192898