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

Best Beef Wine   

  • 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

Heavenly Hamburger Wine   

  • 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

Sensational Shellfish Wine   

  • 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

Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine   

  • 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

Spectacular Spicy Wine   

  • Price:  $31.95
  • Score: 92/100
  • LCBO: 192898