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DISCOVER OUR LATEST COLLECTION, IN STORES AND ONLINE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2020

FAVOURITE WINE STYLES & PERFECT

WASHINGTON & OREGON WINES

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Intriguing reds for fall contemplation

MONTGRAS INTRIGA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016Maipo Valley, Chile 57901 (XD) 750 mL $22.95

TASTING NOTE: Intriga has been produced since the 2005 vintage, always with grapes from vineyards planted in the Linderos zone 70 years ago. The base of cabernet sauvignon amounts to 82% of the final blend this year, along with cabernet franc and a few drops of petit verdot. It was a cold year with heavy rains ... [that] gave rise to fresher, lighter wines, and this Intriga is a good example. The grapes that went into this blend were harvested before the Easter rains, and that made the character much nervier than usual in a medium-bodied wine with deliciously bright acidity. Score: 94 (Descorchados, 2020)

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GODELIA MENCIA RED 2015 DO Bierzo, Spain368043 (XD) 750 mL $24.95

TASTING NOTE: Black cherry, plum and currant flavors give this red a rich core of fruit, while leafy, licorice and mineral notes add complexity. Well-integrated tannins and gentle acidity focus the plush texture. Harmonious, showing good depth. Drink now through 2025. Ranked #34 in the 2019 Wine Spectator Top 100. Score: 93 (Thomas Matthews, winespectator.com, Oct. 15, 2019)

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In Europe, wine is considered a part of the meal. In North America, it’s seen as something to be enjoyed with the meal. A razor-fine distinction perhaps, but one that’s created a sense of mystery around what wine to serve with what food at many a dinner table. Read on for some basic pairing principles for different wine styles to help guide your choices.

Our pairing primer will help you makequick work of �nding fabulous food matches for eight styles of wine.


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Pair with grilled octopus sprinkled with lemon, salt and pepper.

LUNA NUDA PINOT GRIGIO 2019IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti, Alto Adige-Trentino, Italy

Castelfeder is family-owned, founded in 1970 by Alfons Giovanett. It’s now under the stewardship of the fourth generation. “Luna Nuda,” or “Naked Moon,” describes a bright full moon shining in a clear night sky over the vine-yards; a sight considered both beautiful and inspirational. Expect a delicately aromatic wine with notes of apple, citrus and white flowers. Enjoy with lemon-dressed baked fish.

Light & Crisp401232 (XD) 750 mL $16.95

LIGHT & CRISP WHITE WINES

These are wines with mouth-watering acidity and a snappy, dry, overall refreshing character. Many Italian white wines such as Soave and Pinot Grigio fall into this thirst-quenching group, as do Vinho Verde, Pinot Blanc and unoaked cool-climate Chardonnay like Chablis. Their bright acidity, delicate floral notes and flavours such as apple, lime and lemon make them superb sipping wines as well as fine companions for seafood dishes or poached chicken.

CALVET PINOT BLANC 2018AP Alsace, France

TASTING NOTE: The Calvet Pinot Blanc 2018 is fermented in stainless steel, preserving the delicate floral and fruit tones. It shows lifted citrus notes, with excellent freshness and a fine minerality. It’s a good food wine that will be great with fish or salads but will also shine as a sipper paired with soft cheeses. (Vintages panel, Nov. 2019)

Light & Crisp15382 (XD) 750 mL $14.95 New at Vintages

Great for brunch with quiche lorraine.

To find a variety of quiche recipes from Food & Drink magazine, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and search “quiche.”


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ZUCCARDI SERIE A TORRONTÉS 2019IP Salta, Argentina

TASTING NOTE: I tasted the 2019 Torrontés Serie A next to the 2018, so I could compare the character of the two years, as the wines are produced from the same grapes and in exactly the same way: without any contact with oak. It was bottled in July 2019. Drink date: 2020-2022. Score: 91+ (Luis Gutiérrez, robertparker.com, Oct. 31, 2019)

Aromatic & Flavourful389262 (XD) 750 mL $16.95

HIDDEN BENCH ESTATE RIESLING 2017VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario

TASTING NOTE: A blend of the three estate vineyards, this has an enticing nose of lime, grapefruit, salinity and stony minerality. The fruit is tangy, fresh and mouth filling on the palate with gushing lime-citrus, minerals, a touch of peach and rollicking acidity to carry it through a lively finish. Score: 91 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, June 10, 2019)

Aromatic & Flavourful183491 (M) 750 mL $24.95

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AROMATIC WHITE WINES

This group includes such notables as Sauvignon Blanc, Torrontés, Viognier, Riesling and Gewürztraminer. They have more intensely defined aromas and flavours than Light & Crisp whites. Their zesty, food-friendly acidity and more robust flavour profiles allow them to match with a broader range of foods including fish, chicken, pork and salads. Though most are dry, some, such as Riesling and Gewürztraminer, can be made in sweeter styles and are good pairing options for spicier foods.

Great for spicy Korean stir-fried pork.

A good match for broccoli salad with bacon, pecans and cheese.

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JOSEPH DROUHIN LES CLOS MÂCON-BUSSIÈRES 2018AC, Burgundy, France

TASTING NOTE: Ripe and creamy green fruits. Deep, rich and leesy on the palate. Generous and slightly grainy. Chewy but fresh. Lots of character, almost savoury from the lees. Moreish. When to drink: 2020-2024. Score: 16 out of 20 (Julia Harding, MW, jancisrobinson.com, Dec. 30, 2019)

Full-bodied & Rich470401 (XD) 750 mL $24.95

FLAT ROCK GOOD KHARMA CHARDONNAY 2019 Sustainable, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

This is a wine that tastes great and gives back: a portion of sales are donated to Feed Ontario. Expect a big, rich Chardonnay that offers great depth of pear, pineapple, smoke, toast, butter and mineral notes. Enjoy this big-hearted wine tonight with grilled chicken or seafood.


FULL- BODIED WHITE WINES

When people talk about full-bodied white wines, nine times out of 10 they mean oaked Chardonnay. But there are others, such as the Rhône blends comprising Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Marsanne, that also qualify, as well as some Viogniers. These are wines that have more noticeable texture and weight in the mouth and are better suited for rich, buttery foods. Think pork, lobster, salmon or roast chicken.

Pair with chicken roasted with onions, carrots and fennel.

This will be great for smoked trout.

For gravlax and dozens of other salmon recipes from Food & Drink magazine, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and search “salmon.”


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SPARKLING WINES

Sparkling wines are great with food. Their bubbles provide a gorgeous textural contrast to the meal and their bright, fresh acidity cuts through fatty and oily dishes. Dry sparkling wines are great between bites, refreshing your palate and getting you ready to enjoy the next mouthful of anything from fish to a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Sparklers made in a sweeter style are ideal pairings for fresh fruit, chocolate, or charcuterie-and-cheese platters.

KRONE CUVÉE BRUT ROSÉ CAP CLASSIQUE 2018Traditional method, WO Western Cape, South Africa

Expect a bright, snappy sparkler that offers up well-defined notes of redcurrant, strawberry and fresh-cut apple, with a citrus-infused acidity. A wine that will drink until 2022+.

Medium-bodied & Flavourful130047 (XD) 750 mL $19.95

MEIOMI SPARKLINGTraditional method, North Coast, California

TASTING NOTE: Light lemon-lime aromas and flavors give a charming, refreshing aspect to this fine-beaded, light-bodied wine. It has just enough richness from additional flavors of spiced apple and lemon meringue to balance the lively acidity. Score: 89 (Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast, June 1, 2019)

Medium-bodied & Flavourful15691 (D) 750 mL $35.95 New at Vintages

Perfect for a seacuterie board.

A good match for pan-roasted duck breast in a cherry sauce.

For a host of roast turkey recipes, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and search “turkey.”


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SAINT AIX ROSÉ 2019AP Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, France

TASTING NOTE: This is a very well balanced and composed, dry and firm rose with classic, subtle and well integrated aromas of rhubarb, red currant, white pepper and gentle herbs. It is lively, mineral and super fresh with lovely fruit, floral and spice extension on the finish. The length is excellent. Score: 92 (David Lawrason, winealign.com, June 17, 2020)

Medium-bodied & Dry451906 (XD) 750 mL $25.95

MALIVOIRE LADYBUG ROSÉ VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

Malivoire is a local leader in sustainable winemaking. Fresh, zesty, and bursting with red cherry and wild strawberry, this popular rosé defines “food-friendly.” Refreshing with charcuterie and olives, goat cheese on endive, or baked ham.

Medium-bodied & Dry559088 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 A Vintages Essential

DRY ROSÉ WINES

Crafted from your favourite red wine grapes but lighter coloured due to their shorter maceration period (measured in hours rather than days or weeks), rosés are tasty bridges between the vibrancy of white wines and the structured intensity of reds. Capable of playing a lead role in any meal in any season, they’re delicate enough to pair with summer salads but can stand up to such fare as pork chops or grilled salmon.

Pair with asparagus- cheese tartines.

Try with salmon in a maple syrup glaze.

For delicious grilled salmon recipes from Food & Drink maga-zine, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and search “grilled salmon.”

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RIOJA VEGA EDICIÓN LIMITADA CRIANZA 2016Vegan, DOCa Rioja, Spain

TASTING NOTE: Made in an international style, this attractive Rioja is a blend of 75% Tempranillo and 25% Graciano. Appealing aromas of baked black fruit, stewed plums and cherry. Smooth black cherry attack on a palate marked by fine tannins and polished oak. Great balance here, plus elegance and freshness. Drinking window 2019-2024. Score: 90 (Julie Sheppard, decanter.com, Nov. 3, 2019)

Medium-bodied & Fruity638783 (XD) 750 mL $22.95

VIGNAMAGGIO GHERARDINO RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

TASTING NOTE: This is ripe and decadent yet fresh and enticing on the nose, showing notes of red plums, black plums, morello cherries, cedar, tobacco, ash, licorice and tar. The palate is very intense and incredibly energetic with bright acidity and firm, savory tannins. Long and beautiful. [Decant for one hour or] Drink in 2022. Score: 94 (James Suckling, james suckling.com, Sept. 11, 2018)

Medium-bodied & Fruity16403 (XD) 750 mL $30.95 New at Vintages

MEDIUM- BODIED SAVOURY REDS

When assessing a wine’s weight, you’re considering the wine’s mouthfeel, body and texture. High acidity can create a lighter feel, while higher alcohol produces a heavier impression. The combination of high acidity and moderate alcohol makes medium-bodied reds such as Pinot Noir, Sangiovese and Tempranillo exceptionally food-friendly. They’re the perfect choice when you’re looking for a wine to serve at a meal featuring a variety of foods and are ideal for roast meats, poultry, and even meatier fish such as salmon.

Perfect for the complex �avours of a Moroccan lamb stew.

This will be great with grilled paprika pork chops.

For juicy roast chicken recipes, see the Autumn issue of Food & Drink magazine or visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink.


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FULL- BODIED REDS

Full-bodied wines have a rich mouthfeel and pronounced, complex flavours. Their intensity will overpower meals with more delicate flavours, so these wines call for boldly flavoured, hearty fare such as steak, lamb and mushrooms. Tannins are a prominent feature of full-bodied reds. Wines such as Merlot, Syrah and Zinfandel can have high levels of velvety tannins, while Cabernet Sauvignon will have a prominent, more grippy, drying feel. The process of re-fermenting on tannin-laden dried grape skins introduces higher tannin levels to reds such as Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore.


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SIDEWOOD SHIRAZ 2017Sustainable, Adelaide Hills, South Australia

TASTING NOTE: Five clones, mainly Selectiv’- harvested, a small portion hand-picked and vineyard-sorted for the small amount of whole bunches, numerous batch variations, matured in French oak (25% new) for 13 months. Seriously satisfying, every aspect explored and finessed, ripe black fruits the core. Drink by: 2045. Special value. Score: 97 (winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 1, 2019)

Full-bodied & Smooth446146 (XD) 750 mL $19.95

TENUTE FALEZZA VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO SUPERIORE 2017DOC, Veneto, Italy

TASTING NOTE: 60% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella. Youthful vitality, with a sweet nose of butterscotch and cacao, and a palate which introduces deeper coffee tones, plum and prune, run through with lively acidity and grip. Score: 95 (Decanter Asia Wine Awards, 2019)

Full-bodied & Firm14999 (D) 750 mL $21.95 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts

STAGS’ LEAP WINERY MERLOT 2016Napa Valley, California

TASTING NOTE: Lots of boysenberries and blackberries with hints of flowers. Red licorice. Flower petals, too. Full body and round, firm tannins. Beautiful finish. Finishes with black olives and berries. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, May 3, 2019)

Full-bodied & Smooth655399 (XD) 750 mL $49.95

RUTHERFORD RANCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Napa Valley, California

Napa’s challenging 2017 vintage has produced Cabs that have the characteristic intensity and firm structure one expects from Napa but with a notable freshness and acidity that affords them an almost European elegance. Expect this popular blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Malbec and Petit Verdot to offer suggestions of ripe dark fruit, spice, herbs and oak. A great wine for roast beef dinner.

Full-bodied & Firm73817 (XD) 750 mL $39.95

Pair with stir- fried lamb dressed with mint.

Try with grilled steak and salsa verde.

Pair with a beef stew featuring carrots, mushrooms and potatoes.

Try with wild-boar-and-mushroom stew.

Find Food & Drink magazine recipes for succulent grilled lamb at lcbo.com/foodanddrink.



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SWEET WINES

Port is perhaps the most well-known of sweet wines and is usually served as an aperitif, or as a dessert wine alongside nibbles such as blue cheese, nuts or dried fruit. LBV Ports have a weight and richness that makes them ideal partners for chocolate cake. Sweet white wines such as Sauternes or Late-Harvest Riesling are also great with desserts, but their high acidity provides the balance for savoury dishes, too. Similar to medium-sweet whites such as those crafted from Riesling, Gewürztraminer or Chenin Blanc, sweet white wines can make excellent pairings for spicy dishes. The sugars in the wine offset the heat from the food and also enhance the flavours of the dishes’ individual ingredients.


CAVE SPRING INDIAN SUMMER SELECT LATE HARVEST RIESLING 2017 Estate grown, VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario

TASTING NOTE: Solidly in the dessert wine camp in this vintage ... Peach, apricot and ripe nectarine fruit flavors abound, with a drip of honey. It’s juicy and big, but never cloying, and finishes with a suggestion of dry straw. Score: 93 (Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast, March 1, 2019)

Medium Sweet415901 (S) 375 mL $24.95

WARRE’S LATE BOTTLED VINTAGE PORT 2007DOP, Portugal

TASTING NOTE: This is showing really well. It is rich, harmonious, smooth, and filled with sweet dark fruit. Soft, round and so inviting, it’s a real treat. Try it with nuts or blue-veined cheeses. (Vintages panel, Aug. 2019)

Sweet14045 (S) 750 mL $36.95

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Perfect for blue-veined cheeses like Ciel de Charlevoix.

Enjoy this with a rich crème brûlée.

• It’s best if the wine is more acidic than the food. This is especially important when pairing with tomato dishes, or salads with vinegar- based dressings.

• Similarly, the wine you serve should taste sweeter than the food. Wines that are designated XD (extra dry) tend to be lower in sugar but their bold, ripe fruit flavours will still give you that sweet-fruit sensation.

• Bold, robustly flavoured meals should be paired with bold, robust wines.

• Delicately flavoured foods should be paired with equally delicate or lighter-styled wines.

• Creamy sauces require a full-bodied white wine with high acidity, like Chardonnay, or a medium-bodied red such as Sangiovese.

• A big part of enjoying wine is experimentation, so if you want a meal to go with that Bordeaux blend or dry Riesling, check out what the locals pair their wines with in Bordeaux or Alsace.

• Serve wines at the correct temperature. Here’s a quick guide:

• Chill sparkling and white wines for 2-3 hours in the fridge or 20-30-minutes in an ice bucket.

• Chill rosé for 1.5 hours in the fridge or 15 minutes in an ice bucket.

• Chill medium-bodied reds for 60-90 minutes in the fridge or 10-15 minutes in an ice bucket.

• Even full-bodied reds can benefit from chilling. They should be served at around 18°C. On a hot evening or in a warm dining room, you might want to pop them into an ice bucket for 10 minutes.

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In their relatively short viticultural history, Washington and Oregon have capitalized on their respective climates to create much-admired signatures as spectacular as the local landscape.The wines of Oregon and Washington reflect the great natural beauty and vitality that both these regions have in abundance. With vineyard sites nestled among forests and rolling hills and framed by mountains, rivers and lakes, these places are a photographer’s dream. Both states date their winemaking history back to the 1800s, but a relentless exploration of new growing areas, grapes and styles has imbued the wines of Oregon and Washington with an undeniable sense of newness and excitement.

A blue view of Hurricane Ridge, Washington.


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OREGONMount Hood seen from Trillium Lake.


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SOLÉNA CELLARS PINOT GRIS 2018Willamette Valley

TASTING NOTE: A real success at Soléna, this version combines fresh apple, pear, cucumber and melon components with lively minerality. There are notes of lime peel and wet rock, and the wine has marvelous texture right on through a distinguished finish. It is certainly one of the state’s best examples of Pinot Gris. Editors’ Choice. Score: 91 (Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 1, 2019)

Light & Crisp665877 (XD) 750 mL $24.95

CENTERSTONE UNOAKED CHARDONNAY 2017Willamette Valley

TASTING NOTE: This has a lifted, fresh character that features lemon citrus, apple, peach, orange peel and melon. Crisp and lithe, with a fine mineral undertow. Sip or pair with seafood. (Vintages panel, Sept. 2019)

Light & Crisp15581 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 New at Vintages

Shaped by billions of years of fire, earthquakes, shifting oceans, colossal cataclysmic floods, and volcanic eruptions, Oregon’s landscape is, in a word, breathtaking. It’s a place so striking that Salt Creek Falls, Skylight Cave and the Rogue River Canyon don’t rate inclusion among the 7 Wonders of Oregon. You might consider these omissions a grave oversight until you catch an eyeful of the state’s starting lineup: the Columbia River Gorge, Crater Lake, Mount Hood, the Painted Hills, the Oregon Coast, Smith Rock and the Wallowas. Wine is a reflection of where it’s grown; little wonder Oregon’s are so spectacular.

TOP TO BOTTOM: The vibrant beauty of the Painted Hills. Wizard Island in Crater Lake. A Willamette Valley vineyard in autumn.


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UNDERWOOD PINOT NOIR 2018Oregon (Union Wine Company)

TASTING NOTE: This wine delivers a lovely core of black cherry-candy fruit accompanied by light, refined tannins and balanced acidity. It is a perfect choice for near-term drinking. Best Buy. Score: 89 (Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast, Jan. 1, 2020)


CLOUDLINE PINOT NOIR 2018Willamette Valley (Drouhin Family)

The Drouhin family of Burgundy fame know a thing or two about great Pinot Noir, which is why they began this project in Oregon, where some of the finest Pinot Noir in the world is being produced. Expect this one to reflect the ripe red fruit, earth and mineral that Cloudline has become renowned for. A wine for duck or cedar-planked salmon.


Oregon’s position on the western side of the Cascade Mountain range leaves it exposed to the direct influence of the Pacific Ocean. This has a profound impact on viticulture here, and vintage variation is a far more significant factor in these wines than it is in neighbouring Washington. Fortunately, most of the precipitation occurs during the cool wet winters rather than over the growing season. The rolling hills and volcanic soils of the Willamette Valley are home to the majority of Oregon’s vineyards. The area receives the most daylight hours in the state, allowing grapes to ripen fully even in the face of the uncertainty posed by volatile weather.

More than 50 varieties are grown here, but Oregon’s reputation as a top-tier winemaking region rests solidly on Pinot Noir. The state’s flagship varietal creates wines of unquestioned depth and complexity, with fruit, spice and earth framed in a refined elegance that has earned the region comparisons to Burgundy. Pinot’s Burgundian partner, Chardonnay, also does very well here, but it’s Pinot Gris that’s Oregon’s leading white grape. These are dry, crisp, bright, luscious wines with distinct pear flavours. Producers are exploring the use of sophisticated harvesting machines that may be able to alleviate some of the challenges of working the sloped sites here.

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... [Oregon’s] epicenter of quality, Willamette Valley, has become a hotbed of new ideas and projects. You can feel the dynamism in the air and taste it in the glass.”

Tim Fish winespectator.com, March 31, 2020

Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge.


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WASHINGTONThe horseshoe-shaped crater in Mount St. Helens was created by its deadly eruption in May 1980.


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Washington shares the same turbulent geological history as Oregon. Its landscape was shaped by tectonic collisions, floods of molten lava, the scraping passage of great continental glaciers and the devastation of the Missoula Floods. Among such natural wonders as Hurricane Ridge, the Hoh Rain Forest, Diablo Lake and Jade Lake, the most famous natural feature is undoubtedly Mount St. Helens. From a winemaking perspective, Mount St. Helens is an apt metaphor for the spirit of innovation and discovery that defines Washington producers’ continued exploration of new growing areas and experimentation with new varietals – there’s always something bubbling away under the surface.

SEVEN FALLS CHARDONNAY 2016Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley

TASTING NOTE: Open-knit, inviting, easy and appealing, with notes of ripe pineapple and tropical fruit. There’s a strong but balanced oak influence here that adds complexity. A great option for grilled chicken. (Vintages panel, Nov. 2019)


MERCER BROS MERLOT 2017Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley (Delicato Family Vineyards)

TASTING NOTE: Svelte and structured, with expressive raspberry, violet and toasted spice flavors that build toward big but refined tannins. Best from 2021 through 2028. Score: 89 (Tim Fish, winespectator.com, Aug. 31, 2020)

Full-bodied & Smooth15819 (XD) 750 mL $26.95 New at Vintages

The mystical Hoh Rain Forest. BELOW: Deer graze above an ocean of fog near Hurricane Ridge.



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FORGERON CELLARS BLACKSMITH ROUGE GSM 2017Columbia Valley

TASTING NOTE: This blend has a very fresh array of red berries and plums with a gently smoky edge to the palate, which then turns to a pure boysenberry, mulberry and raspberry finish. 37% grenache, 37% syrah and 26% mourvedre. Drink now [till 2023+]. Score: 91 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, July 5, 2019)

Full-bodied & Smooth15816 (XD) 750 mL $28.95 New at Vintages

CANOE RIDGE THE EXPEDITION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley

TASTING NOTE: Open-knit and sleek, with zesty currant and dried herb flavors that finish with refined tannins. Drink now through 2024. Best Values. Score: 89 (Tim Fish, winespectator.com, Feb. 29, 2020)

Full-bodied & Firm394726 (XD) 750 mL $25.95

DRUMHELLER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Columbia Valley

The 2017 vintage saw cool temperatures in late September that allowed grapes a longer hang time in which to ripen slowly and develop even further nuance and complexity. This created wines of great freshness and balance. Expect this Cabernet to feature excellent cassis and dark fruit, with vanilla and a touch of mint. A good option for grilled or roasted beef.

Full-bodied & Smooth551473 (D) 750 mL $18.95

Unlike those in Oregon, Washington’s vineyards are protected by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, which shield them from the inclement weather generated by the Pacific Ocean. These ranges limit precipitation and reduce the risk of crop-damaging fungi that require humid conditions to flourish. The warm, dry growing season and the varied microclimates provided by the rolling hillsides and flatlands allow a superb diversity of styles and varietals to flourish. Washington’s vineyards are free of the vine-damaging louse phylloxera and, as a result, it’s one of the world’s few regions where grafting vines onto phylloxera-resistant rootstock is unnecessary.

More than 70 varieties flourish in Washington, both cool- and warm-climate grapes. Riesling here is particularly floral, with distinct peach and apple flavours. Washington’s crisp, lithe Chardonnays are typically lighter in style than those from California, with less emphasis on oak. Cabernet Sauvignon shows rich, complex notes of black cherry, chocolate, leather, mint and herbs. Merlot has higher acidity than found in Californian examples and offers ripe cherry, dark berry and spice. Syrah is an exciting up-and-coming grape in Washington, shining as both a single-varietal wine and, often alongside its Rhône counterparts Grenache and Mourvèdre, in head- turning blends.

A vineyard with Mount Adams in the background.


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Diversity is Washington’s winemaking strong suit. Few regions excel with such a wide range of styles and grapes, including Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Pinot Gris.”

Tim Fish winespectator.com, May 14, 2020

A highway snakes along the shore of Diablo Lake.


Home for ThanksgivingMake it a homegrown celebration this year and serve Ontario wines as the elegant nishing touch on your family feast.

Pair It Forward To celebrate and support local businesses – and to help you discover their amazing foods – we asked some of our featured wineries to share their suggestions for pairings from their favourite purveyors. Get involved! Share your own ideas for great local pairings at #PairItForward.

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Serving turkey with all the trimmings? The silky texture and balance of full-bodied Chardonnays combined with their fresh-ness make a nice complement to turkey, and these wines have the breadth of flavour to work with the sides as well. The bubbles in sparkling wines aren’t just pretty, they help to cleanse the palate, making every bite a delicious new experience.

Try these:

(149302) Featherstone Canadian Oak Chardonnay 2018 $21.95

(370361) Tawse Spark Limestone Ridge Organic Sparkling Riesling $20.95

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 31.

“In the 1990s, Dave and I owned a small butcher shop. ‘Featherstone’ is a tip of the hat to those years. We sourced much of our poultry from Hayter’s Farm, a family farm in south-western Ontario. Their turkeys are consistently the juiciest and plumpest around.” – Louise Engel, Featherstone

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Serving a juicy glazed ham? Lightly oaked Chardonnays have the character, fruit and juiciness to work with a variety of glazes, as well as sides such as roasted asparagus or mashed or roasted potatoes. The spice, earth, smoke and cherry notes in Ontario Gamay are ideal for ham.

Try these:

(68817) Hidden Bench Estate Chardonnay 2017 $29.95

(646521) Creekside Gamay 2017 $18.95



Serving hearty roast lamb or beef? Cabernet Sauvignon has the richness, intensity, texture and depth of ripe fruit flavours to pair beautifully with either lamb or beef. Pinot Noir has the food-friendly acidity and complexity to handle the earthy richness of lamb.

Try these:

(127324) The Foreign Affair Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 $39.95

(258673) G. Marquis The Silver Line Pinot Noir $19.95

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Serving salmon or a veggie main? Rosé is among the most versatile of all wines, and it makes a brilliant accompani-ment for grilled, poached or smoked salmon, or hearty veggie dishes like roasted-beet salad or charred sweet potatoes. The herbaceous, grassy tones of Sauvignon Blanc make it a great choice for lemon-herb salmon, vegetarian lasagna, roasted asparagus or mixed salads.

Try these:

(552562) Three of Hearts Rosé $19.95

(89011) Featherstone Sauvignon Blanc 2019 $17.95

Don’t forget dessert! If you’re having apple pie and ice cream, or a butternut squash spice cake, the refined sweetness of a Late Harvest Riesling will make a tasty match. And the full, concentrated, luscious character of Icewine is always a delight with pecan pie.

Try these:

(415901) Cave Spring Indian Summer Select Late Harvest Riesling 2017 $24.95

(522672) Lakeview Cellars Vidal Icewine $22.95

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGES 31 TO 33.

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGES 29 TO 30.

“Pingue Prosciutto is phenomenal! He sells at all the places , including Pusateri’s. Our Three of Hearts Rosé and Pingue Prosciutto are like melon and ham: always good!” – Daniel Speck, Henry of Pelham.

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FINDLOCAL

An insider’s guide to great Ontario wines.

KEW MARSANNE/ VIOGNIER 2017VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment 485334 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 Aromatic & Flavourful90 points (winealign.com)

For complete tasting note and to order online, see page 32.

Laura RuffoloOntario Wine Buyer

As we prepare for fall’s feasts, we want wines that will match with the season’s bounty. This flavourful gem from respected local producer Kew is crafted from Marsanne and Viognier, grapes traditionally found in France’s Rhône Valley. It’s round and richly textured, with lifted notes of lemon, orange and yellow plum and a fresh acidity that keeps it supremely food-friendly – right on time for a turkey dinner with all the trimmings.

Right on Kew

I love it because...

This is Kew Vineyard’s homegrown VQA expression of a classic Rhône style.1.

2. Its flavours of orange, lemon and pineapple are complemented nicely by the notes of vanilla.

3. The rich texture and citrusy notes make it a flawless match for pork chops in a creamy sauce.

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DRINKABILITY INDEXThis index is intended as a guideline and reflects the collective view of our purchasing panel.

DRINK NOW: Enjoy tonight. There is no benefit to cellaring.

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HOLD: This wine may be enjoyed now, but it will develop favourably under ideal cellaring conditions.

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WINE STYLESEvery wine in this section includes a style (e.g. Full-bodied & Smooth, Aromatic & Flavourful) designed to help you quickly and easily choose products. Visit lcbo.com/winestyles.

ORGANIC PRODUCTSWines designated as organic contain 30 mg/L or less of free sulphur for dry wines (<50 g/L sugar); 35 mg/L or less for sweeter wines (50-99 g/L sugar); 45 mg/L or less for sweet wines (>99 g/L sugar).

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FORTIFIED WINE

PORT

WARRE’S LATE BOTTLED VINTAGE PORT 2007*DOP, PortugalTASTING NOTE: This is showing really well. It is rich, harmonious, smooth, and filled with sweet dark fruit. Soft, round and so inviting, it’s a real treat. Try it with nuts or blue-veined cheeses. (Vintages panel, Aug. 2019)

Sweet750 mL (S) $36.95

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SHERRY

PEREZ BARQUERO LOS AMIGOS PEDRO XIMENEZ SHERRYDO, Spain TASTING NOTE: This is quite complex and exceedingly pleasing. There are notes of prune, toffee and baking spice, with dried fig, nuts, and a long, sweet, honeyed finish. Pair with dried fruit or blue cheeses. (Vintages panel, Aug. 2019)

Sweet500 mL (S) $19.95

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DESSERT WINE

CAVE SPRING INDIAN SUMMER SELECT LATE HARVEST RIESLING 2017 Estate grown, VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara Peninsula, OntarioTASTING NOTE: Solidly in the dessert wine camp in this vintage ... Peach, apricot and ripe nectarine fruit flavors abound, with a drip of honey. It’s juicy and big, but never cloying, and finishes with a suggestion of dry straw. Score: 93 (Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast, March 1, 2019)

Medium Sweet375 mL (S) $24.95

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DESSERT WINE CONT’D

PUKLUS PINCÉSZET TOKAJI ASZÚ 5 PUTTONYOS 2013Tokaj-Hegyalja, HungaryTASTING NOTE: Aszú wines are produced only in exceptional vintages when the weather is just right for the development of sufficient levels of botrytis. This example of this iconic style offers delicious honeycomb and orange marmalade tones in a thoroughly approachable package. Great with foie gras. (Vintages panel, Aug. 2019)

Lusciously Sweet500 mL (S) $35.95

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ICEWINE

LAKEVIEW CELLARS VIDAL ICEWINEVQA Niagara Peninsula, OntarioAn amazing value and a go-to choice for Icewine cocktails. It’s sleek and perfectly balanced, with notions of honey, peach cobbler and pear preserves. Unforgettable with fresh fruit, blue cheeses or foie gras.

Lusciously Sweet200 mL (S) $22.95

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CHAMPAGNE

GEOFFROY ROSÉ DE SAIGNÉE BLANC DE ROSE EXTRA BRUT 1ER CRU CHAMPAGNE AC, FranceTASTING NOTE: Disgorged in February 2017, the latest release of the NV Rosé de Saignée Blanc de Rose Extra Brut is the best that I’ve tasted, unfurling in the glass with a beautifully Burgundian nose of smoky red berry fruit, blood orange and peonies. On the palate, it’s full-bodied, broad and vinous, with a deep core of expressive fruit, filigreed phenolic structure, a youthfully frothy mousse, ripe but racy acids and a sapid, delicately chalky finish. As usual, it’s a 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, macerated together. Drink date: 2018-2030. Score: 94 (William Kelley, robertparker.com, April 30, 2019)

Rich & Complex750 mL (XD) $134.95

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SPARKLING WINE

MEIOMI SPARKLINGTraditional method, North Coast, California TASTING NOTE: Light lemon-lime aromas and flavors give a charming, refreshing aspect to this fine-beaded, light-bodied wine. It has just enough richness from additional flavors of spiced apple and lemon meringue to balance the lively acidity. Score: 89 (Jim Gordon, Wine Enthusiast, June 1, 2019)

Medium-bodied & Flavourful750 mL (D) $35.95

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THE POTTS FAMILY BLEASDALE VINEYARDS SPARKLING SHIRAZLanghorne Creek, South Australia TASTING NOTE: Sparking Shiraz is a rare and fun treat in these parts. This one is intense, with an impressive and identifiable Shiraz character. It’s ripe and balanced, with notes of plum and dark chocolate. Great for spicier dishes, or as a fun pairing with the pecan or pumpkin pie you might serve at Thanksgiving. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2020)

Medium-bodied & Flavourful375 mL (MS) $13.95

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KRONE CUVÉE BRUT ROSÉ CAP CLASSIQUE 2018Traditional method, WO Western Cape, South AfricaExpect a bright, snappy sparkler that offers up well-defined notes of redcurrant, strawberry and fresh-cut apple, with a citrus-infused acidity. A wine that will drink until 2022+. Pair with grilled salmon.

Medium-bodied & Flavourful750 mL (XD) $19.95

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LA FLEUR DE FRANÇOIS BRUT CRÉMANT DE BORDEAUXTraditional method, AC, Bordeaux, FranceExpect an aromatic wine, with grapefruit, apple and pear alongside characterful notes of bread and toast from the traditional-method process. This will have a fine, food-friendly texture and impressive freshness.

[The Concours de Bordeaux did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Concours de Bordeaux, 2019)

Medium-bodied & Flavourful750 mL (D) $16.95

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TAWSE SPARK LIMESTONE RIDGE ORGANIC SPARKLING RIESLINGTraditional method, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, OntarioFrom Tawse, one of the most exciting names in Ontario winemaking, this single-vineyard expression is a complex and intense wine that delivers amazing value. Elegant and appealing with touches of lemon zest, honey, mineral and green apple. Enjoy with oysters or grilled seafood.

Medium-bodied & Flavourful750 mL (XD) $20.95

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LABRUSCA LINI 910 REGGIANO LAMBRUSCO ROSSO SECCODOP, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyTASTING NOTE: This once unfashionable red fizz is making a comeback. Your preconceptions may be that it’s a sweet, simple wine, but this is a dry, complex style packed with black cherries and redcurrants. Refreshing on the palate with vibrant crunchy black fruit acidity, it will go well with rich Italian food. Score: 90 (Christelle Guibert, decanter.com, undated)

Light & Fruity750 mL (D) $19.95

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CANADA – WHITE WINE

ONTARIO

FEATHERSTONE CANADIAN OAK CHARDONNAY 2018 VQA Niagara PeninsulaTASTING NOTE: Baked beans from a can makes a surprisingly satisfying meal served with [this wine] ... bone dry but delivers compelling aromas and flavours of baked apple with butter and brown sugar. Silky, rich and well balanced, each sip seasons the palate perfectly for the next forkful of beans ... Score: 93 (Carolyn Evans Hammond, Toronto Star, May 30, 2020)

Full-bodied & Rich750 mL (XD) $21.95

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FEATHERSTONE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 VQA Niagara PeninsulaTASTING NOTE: Gooseberry aromas waft easily from the glass with a supporting cast of grassy notes and ripe pit fruit – peach, yellow plum and hints of mango. It envelops the palate with a balanced-on-a-pin, creamy-smooth mouthful of delectable flavour with quince jelly, tangy lemon curd and wisps of saline minerality to the fore ... persistent purity of fruit and deft balance extending through the crisp and refreshing finish. Pour on its own or alongside fish, seafood, sushi or crumbled chèvre over a bed of olive-oiled arugula. Score: 92 (Vic Harradine, winecurrent.com, May 10, 2020)

Aromatic & Flavourful750 mL (XD) $17.95

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FLAT ROCK GOOD KHARMA CHARDONNAY 2019 Sustainable, VQA Niagara PeninsulaThis is a wine that tastes great and gives back: a portion of sales are donated to Feed Ontario. Expect a big, rich Chardonnay that offers great depth of pear, pineapple, smoke, toast, butter and mineral notes. Enjoy this big-hearted wine tonight with grilled chicken or seafood.


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CANADA – RED WINE

ONTARIO

CREEKSIDE GAMAY 2017 VQA Niagara PeninsulaTASTING NOTE: An expressive and authentic gamay with notes of black pepper, earth and black cherry with a lightly reductive nature. There is some notable smoky oak that chimes in on the finish but much less so on the nose. Mid-weight and delightfully refreshing. Score: 90 (Sara d’Amato, winealign.com, May 9, 2019)

Medium-bodied & Fruity750 mL (XD) $18.95

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G. MARQUIS THE SILVER LINE PINOT NOIR VQA Niagara-on-the-LakeThe G. Marquis vineyard in Niagara-on-the-Lake is home to carefully tended Pinot vines that were planted in 1994. This wine offers complex notes of red cherry, raspberry, mineral and smoke. Elegant and structured, it’s a good match for mushroom risotto.

Medium-bodied & Fruity750 mL (D) $19.95

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THE FOREIGN AFFAIR CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 Partial appassimento, VQA Niagara PeninsulaTASTING NOTE: So, 20% of the fruit is dried for 45 days and the wine is aged for 18 months in American and French oak ... the 2016 version of this wine has a richer, prettier profile on the nose [than the 2015] with ripe currants, blackberries, cocoa and cherry/kirsch accents. It’s a wonderful wine on the palate with ripe dark and red fruits, ample chewy tannins, enticing spice notes and a long finish. Score: 91 (Rick VanSickle, winesin niagara.com, Feb. 6, 2019)

Medium-bodied & Fruity750 mL (D) $39.95

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CANADA – WHITE WINE CONT’D

ONTARIO

HIDDEN BENCH ESTATE CHARDONNAY 2017 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara EscarpmentTASTING NOTE: ... Floral with notes of rose and peach blossom. Excellent length and value. Drink now or hold another 3-4 years. Tasted June 2019. A juicy, full-bodied chardonnay with very refined oak treatment, nutty with a hint of lactic. The palate features almond and pear. Classy yet substantial. Very fine acidity adds vibrancy and backbone. Very good length. Score: 92 (Sara d’Amato, winealign.com, Feb. 20, 2020)


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HIDDEN BENCH ESTATE RIESLING 2017 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara EscarpmentTASTING NOTE: A blend of the three estate vineyards, this has an enticing nose of lime, grapefruit, salinity and stony minerality. The fruit is tangy, fresh and mouth filling on the palate with gushing lime- citrus, minerals, a touch of peach and rollicking acidity to carry it through a lively finish. Score: 91 (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, June 10, 2019)

Aromatic & Flavourful750 mL (M) $24.95

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KEW MARSANNE/VIOGNIER 2017 VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara EscarpmentTASTING NOTE: Lemon and orange tinged stone- fruit complement the round nature of this southern style white blend. Some juicy yellow plum acids keep things upright, filling out with some nice texture and a helping of spice. Score: 90 (Brent Muller, winealign.com, July 19, 2016)


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USA – WHITE WINE

CALIFORNIA

CARMEL ROAD UNOAKED CHARDONNAY 2018Sustainable, Monterey CountyTASTING NOTE: Very much the cool-climate Chardonnay you’d expect from Monterey, this is bursting with a youthful freshness. It’s crisp and ripe, with notes of lemon, orange zest, apple, melon and spice. This is just about as food-friendly as you can get; try out its versatility with pork chops, salmon, roasted chicken or seafood salads. (Vintages panel, Aug. 2019)


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CRAFTWORK CHARDONNAY 2018Monterey CountyLook for a ripe, complex wine with excellent balance and depth. Expect deftly articulated tones of apple, tropical fruit and butter, with an engaging oak spice frame. A wine for grilled pork chops or grilled chicken.

[The Sommelier Challenge International did not include a tasting note.] Score: 91 (sommelier challenge.com, 2019)


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ROMBAUER CARNEROS CHARDONNAY 2018CarnerosTASTING NOTE: Plush and spicy, with concentrated ripe apple and pear flavors, ladled with buttery notes. The creamy finish offers peach tart accents. Drink now [to 2023+]. Score: 88 (Kim Marcus, winespectator.com, Feb. 29, 2020)


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BRITISH COLUMBIA

MONTE CREEK HANDS UP RED 2017 British Columbia TASTING NOTE: This blend of Merlot, Marquette, Frontenac Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted in a ripe, rich, crowd-pleasing style. It features notes of dark fruit, cassis and chocolate, with touches of pepper spice and leather. A wine for barbecue fare if ever there was one. (Vintages panel, Oct. 2019)


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CANADA – ROSÉ WINE

ONTARIO

MALIVOIRE LADYBUG ROSÉ VQA Niagara PeninsulaMalivoire is a local leader in sustainable winemaking. Fresh, zesty, and bursting with red cherry and wild strawberry, this popular rosé defines “food-friendly.” Refreshing with charcuterie and olives, goat cheese on endive, or baked ham.

Medium-bodied & Dry750 mL (XD) $16.95

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THREE OF HEARTS ROSÉVQA Niagara PeninsulaMade by Henry of Pelham, this Pinot Noir/Pinot Gris blend underwent cool fermentation in stainless steel to preserve the delicacy and precision of the fruit. The result is a food-friendly wine with bright, vivid ripe strawberry and orange citrus notes. This will be a fresh, lifted, balanced wine, excellent as a sipper or when paired with grilled seafood or roast chicken.


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USA – RED WINE

CALIFORNIA

DAOU PESSIMIST 2017*Paso Robles TASTING NOTE: This blend of primarily Petite Sirah, Syrah and Zinfandel starts with rich, lush aromas of black cherry, vanilla cream and caramel, with a hint of earth. Framed by solid tannins and bright acidity, the palate runs through similar fruit and spice flavors with plenty of power. Editors’ Choice. Score: 92 (Matt Kettman, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 1, 2019)

Full-bodied & Firm750 mL (XD) $27.95

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FRANCIS COPPOLA DIAMOND COLLECTION RED LABEL ZINFANDEL 2017CaliforniaThis Zin comprises fruit from Paso Robles and Sonoma and also includes some harvested from old-vine plantings in Amador County. Expect notes of smoky dark fruit and an approachable, easy- to-enjoy style. This will be wonderful tonight with steak or a meaty pizza.


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HERITANCE NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2015Napa ValleyExpect an easygoing, approachable Cab that delivers superb value. Look for ripe, expansive fruit, with underlying tones of spice and clove. This will be a wine with great structure and lots of life. Pair tonight with roast meats or allow it to evolve for another 5-8+ years.


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USA – WHITE WINE CONT’D

OREGON

CENTERSTONE UNOAKED CHARDONNAY 2017Willamette Valley TASTING NOTE: This has a lifted, fresh character that features lemon citrus, apple, peach, orange peel and melon. Crisp and lithe, with a fine mineral undertow. Sip or pair with seafood. (Vintages panel, Sept. 2019)

Light & Crisp750 mL (XD) $19.95

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SOLÉNA CELLARS PINOT GRIS 2018Willamette ValleyTASTING NOTE: A real success at Soléna, this version combines fresh apple, pear, cucumber and melon components with lively minerality. There are notes of lime peel and wet rock, and the wine has marvelous texture right on through a distinguished finish. It is certainly one of the state’s best examples of Pinot Gris. Editors’ Choice. Score: 91 (Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 1, 2019)


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WASHINGTON

SEVEN FALLS CHARDONNAY 2016Wahluke Slope, Columbia ValleyTASTING NOTE: Open-knit, inviting, easy and appealing, with notes of ripe pineapple and tropical fruit. There’s a strong but balanced oak influence here that adds complexity. A great option for grilled chicken. (Vintages panel, Nov. 2019)


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RUTHERFORD RANCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Napa ValleyNapa’s challenging 2017 vintage has produced Cabs that have the characteristic intensity and firm structure one expects from Napa but with a notable freshness and acidity that affords them an almost European elegance. Expect this popular blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Malbec and Petit Verdot to offer suggestions of ripe dark fruit, spice, herbs and oak. A great wine for roast beef dinner.


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SILVER OAK ALEXANDER VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016Alexander Valley, Sonoma CountyA common feature on Vintages shelves, the Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is always a big, dense, richly arrayed wine that offers a characterful, distinct oak influence atop the complex dark fruit, herbs, cedar and smoke. Always impressive. Always a benchmark expression. This will evolve till the late ’20s with ease. Pair with rare steak.


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STAGS’ LEAP WINERY MERLOT 2016Napa ValleyTASTING NOTE: Lots of boysenberries and blackberries with hints of flowers. Red licorice. Flower petals, too. Full body and round, firm tannins. Beautiful finish. Finishes with black olives and berries. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, May 3, 2019)

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J. LOHR HILLTOP CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Paso RoblesTASTING NOTE: This reliable bottling offers fudge, caramel, black cherry and oak on the ripe nose. Cola and sarsparilla meet with black-cherry foam on the palate, where creamy tannins and just enough acidity carry into the finish. Editors’ Choice. Score: 91 (Matt Kettman, Wine Enthusiast, May 1, 2020)


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PICKETT CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016*Napa Valley(Araujo Estate Wines)This big, bold Cab is crafted exclusively for the LCBO. Expect a ripe, rich wine, with plenty of juicy cherry, cassis, toast and chocolate tones. There’s significant cellar potential, so enjoy this tonight with beef tenderloin or follow its evolution into the early 2030s.


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QUILT CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017*Napa Valley(Copper Cane by Joseph J. Wagner)TASTING NOTE: Frankly ripe, with a vivid beam of creamed plum, açaí and boysenberry fruit flavors, glistening with vanilla-accented toast through a polished finish. Aimed squarely at the hedonist crowd. Drink now through 2022. Score: 92 (James Molesworth, winespectator.com, March 31, 2020)

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UNDERWOOD PINOT NOIR 2018Oregon(Union Wine Company)TASTING NOTE: This wine delivers a lovely core of black cherry-candy fruit accompanied by light, refined tannins and balanced acidity. It is a perfect choice for near-term drinking. Best Buy. Score: 89 (Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast, Jan. 1, 2020)


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WASHINGTON

CANOE RIDGE THE EXPEDITION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia ValleyTASTING NOTE: Open-knit and sleek, with zesty currant and dried herb flavors that finish with refined tannins. Drink now through 2024. Best Values. Score: 89 (Tim Fish, winespectator.com, Feb. 29, 2020)


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DRUMHELLER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Columbia ValleyThe 2017 vintage saw cool temperatures in late September that allowed grapes a longer hang time in which to ripen slowly and develop even further nuance and complexity. This created wines of great freshness and balance. Expect this Cabernet to feature excellent cassis and dark fruit, with vanilla and a touch of mint. A good option for grilled or roasted beef.


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USA – RED WINE CONT’D

CALIFORNIA

THE FEDERALIST CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017*LodiTASTING NOTE: This is crafted in a ripe, oaky, powerful style. Layers of complex blackberry, red fruit, spice and sweet oak abound. Exceptionally well-priced. For fans of the style, this will be a sure-fire hit. Pair with grilled ribs. (Vintages panel, Nov. 2019)


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CHEHALEM CHEMISTRY PINOT NOIR 2017Willamette Valley TASTING NOTE: Aromas of violets and light, bright cherries here with a fine, focused feel to the palate, which carries good depth and definition. Drink now [till 2022+]. Score: 90 (James Suckling, james suckling.com, Jan. 30, 2020)


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CLOUDLINE PINOT NOIR 2018Willamette Valley(Drouhin Family)The Drouhin family of Burgundy fame know a thing or two about great Pinot Noir, which is why they began this project in Oregon, where some of the finest Pinot Noir in the world is being produced. Expect this one to reflect the ripe red fruit, earth and mineral that Cloudline has become renowned for. A wine for duck or cedar-planked salmon.


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MEXICO – WHITE WINE

L.A. CETTO CHARDONNAY 2018Guadalupe Valley, Baja California TASTING NOTE: The Guadalupe Valley has been called the Napa of Mexico. Proximity to the Pacific combined with a rich mixture of soil types and altitude have made the area quite successful for a range of grape varieties. Cool overnight tempera-tures create freshness and lift in this crisp, bright Chard. It features notes of ripe pear, apple and mango and will pair with fish or grilled calamari. (Vintages panel, Nov. 2019)


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ARGENTINA – WHITE WINE

CLOS DE CHACRAS CAVAS DE CRIANZA CHARDONNAY 2018Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza TASTING NOTE: Ripe yet subtle with attractive white-peach and candied-lemon character, this has beautiful balance, the elegant acidity driving the long, minerally finish. From high altitude vineyards in Gualtallary. Score: 93 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, March 27, 2019)


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ZUCCARDI SERIE A TORRONTÉS 2019IP SaltaTASTING NOTE: I tasted the 2019 Torrontés Serie A next to the 2018, so I could compare the character of the two years, as the wines are produced from the same grapes and in exactly the same way: without any contact with oak. It was bottled in July 2019. Drink date: 2020-2022. Score: 91+ (Luis Gutiérrez, robertparker.com, Oct. 31, 2019)


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FORGERON CELLARS BLACKSMITH ROUGE GSM 2017Columbia Valley TASTING NOTE: This blend has a very fresh array of red berries and plums with a gently smoky edge to the palate, which then turns to a pure boysenberry, mulberry and raspberry finish. 37% grenache, 37% syrah and 26% mourvedre. Drink now [till 2023+]. Score: 91 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, July 5, 2019)


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MERCER BROS MERLOT 2017Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley(Delicato Family Vineyards) TASTING NOTE: Svelte and structured, with expressive raspberry, violet and toasted spice flavors that build toward big but refined tannins. Best from 2021 through 2028. Score: 89 (Tim Fish, winespectator.com, Aug. 31, 2020)


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USA – ROSÉ WINE

WASHINGTON

CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE ROSÉ 2019Columbia ValleyExpect this versatile rosé to deliver upfront, snappy, boldly expressive suggestions of strawberry, watermelon, rhubarb, cherry and spice. Look for a dry, fruity, gracefully refreshing wine with the structure to pair with lamb dishes as well as turkey or baked ham.


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TEHO ZAHA TOKO VINEYARD MALBEC 2016Paraje Altamira, MendozaTASTING NOTE: ... Pungent chalky lift to the distinctive aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, cherry, spices, espresso and smoky minerals. Silky, salty and refined, with insidious limestone minerality enlivening the wine’s red berry and fresh herb flavors and contributing to the impression of inner-mouth perfume. This wonderfully savory, sharply delineated wine offers terrific immediate appeal and the balance to age. Saturates the palate without leaving any impression of weight, finishing long, savory and suave, with noble tannins. This beauty really captures the saline minerality of its site in this cool vintage ... Outstanding ... Drink: 2021-2028. Score: 94 (Stephen Tanzer, vinous.com, Sept. 2019)


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TRIVENTO AMADO SUR MALBEC/BONARDA/SYRAH 2018MendozaTrivento is one of the largest wineries in Mendoza and is a project of Chile’s Concha y Toro. The 2018 vintage had not yet been reviewed at time of publication, but the 2017 was awarded 90 points from Luis Gutiérrez of robertparker.com. You can expect the 2018 to reflect a similar fruit-driven character, with notes of dark fruit and herbs and fresh, food-friendly acidity.


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ZUCCARDI Q CABERNET FRANC 2017Paraje Altamira and San Pablo, Uco Valley, MendozaTASTING NOTE: This is a beautiful cabernet franc with fresh flowers, rose stems and dark fruit. Medium body, lovely fruit and bright acidity. New and wonderful. Drink now [to 2027]. Score: 93 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, March 27, 2019)


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ARGENTINA – RED WINE

CONDEMINAL PONCHO PAMPA PINOT NOIR 2018Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza TASTING NOTE: Tobacco, earthy and floral nose with flavours of ripe red fruits, forest floor and resinous herbs. Fairly resolved for how young it is with chalky tannins and refreshing acidity. Great development potential. Brilliant wine! Score: 96 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2019)


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DURIGUTTI MENDOZA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018Mendoza TASTING NOTE: This does a wonderful balancing act between concentration and freshness from the outset on the nose. Black cherries, dark plums and blackberries all intermingle with fresh herbs, minerals and spices. The palate is so finely cut with well integrated threads of blue fruit, interlaced between sturdy tannins. Medium on the finish. Drink now or hold. Score: 94 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, March 27, 2019)


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FABRE MONTMAYOU RESERVA MALBEC 2018MendozaTASTING NOTE: A big, juicy red with blackberries, dried mushrooms and hints of dark earth. Full- bodied, but not overdone with rich, ripe tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink or hold. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, April 2, 2020)


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MONTGRAS INTRIGA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016Maipo ValleyTASTING NOTE: ... The base of cabernet sauvignon amounts to 82% of the final blend this year, along with cabernet franc and a few drops of petit verdot. It was a cold year with heavy rains ... [that] gave rise to fresher, lighter wines, and this Intriga is a good example. The grapes that went into this blend were harvested before the Easter rains, and that made the character much nervier than usual in a medium-bodied wine with deliciously bright acidity. Score: 94 (Descorchados, 2020)


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PÉREZ CRUZ LIMITED EDITION CARMENÈRE 2017DO Maipo ValleyTASTING NOTE: Although this has a big blackberry nose with a hint of smoke, the wine is actually well proportioned with discreet juiciness and a harmoni-ously dry finish. Drink now [to 2024]. Score: 90 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, April 5, 2019)


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PRIMUS THE BLEND 2015Vegan, sustainable, Apalta, Colchagua Valley(Alto de Casablanca)TASTING NOTE: This superb Bordeaux blend is a cuvée of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Merlot with a little Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot for company. Elegant, seamless and smooth, with textured tannins, aromatic oak and layers of grassy, dark berry fruit. Drink date: 2018-2027. Score: 94 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2018)


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CHILE – WHITE WINE

ECHEVERRIA GRAN RESERVA CHARDONNAY 2018Colchagua ValleyExpect this Chardonnay to be vibrant, fresh and utterly charming. Look for pear, grapefruit and passion fruit, with just enough toast to provide a tasty foil to all the ripe fruit. A wine for seafood, pork chops, or roast turkey with all the trimmings.


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CHILE – RED WINE

BALDUZZI VIEJO ENCACHAO GRAND RESERVE CARIGNAN 2016 Sustainable, DO Maule ValleyTASTING NOTE: This has a rich array of red and dark berries with wild herbs and cedary oak. The palate is smooth and deeply flavored, offering silky fruit. Very intense and plush with super polished tannins. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Dec. 5, 2019)


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MONTGRAS ANTU CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018Sustainable, DO Maipo ValleyTASTING NOTE: An attractive, fresh nose with redcurrants, cassis and blackberries, as well as assertive, leafy notes. The palate has a very juicy feel with rich, ripe and smooth tannins, in layered style. Drink or hold. Score: 91 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020)


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AUSTRALIA – RED WINE

ANGOVE FAMILY CREST GRENACHE/ SHIRAZ/MOURVÈDRE 2018McLaren Vale, South AustraliaTASTING NOTE: In the groove. Redcurrant and licorice flavours meet fistfuls of woodsy spice. It’s generous and well shaped; it offers both quality and value. Licks of tannin here are pretty schmick too. Drink by: 2025. Score: 94 (Campbell Mattinson, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 1, 2019)


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BEN GLAETZER BISHOP SHIRAZ 2017Barossa Valley, South AustraliaTASTING NOTE: Like all of the Glaetzer bottlings tasted this year, the fruit comes from the Ebenezer subregion in the northern reaches of the Barossa Valley. The 2017 Bishop Shiraz combines blueberry and boysenberry fruit on the nose, and flavors from the fruit flow easily across the palate, picking up hints of raspberries and baking spices. It’s medium to full-bodied, supple and juicy, with a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink date: 2019-2027. Score: 91 (Joe Czerwinski, robertparker.com, June 11, 2019)


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JIM BARRY COVER DRIVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Coonawarra, South AustraliaTASTING NOTE: From James Halliday’s 2020 Winery of the Year, this Cab has impressive balance, structure and length. Great typicity for Coonawarra, and a good value. There’s dense, concentrated blackberry, cherry, red plum and spice, with excellent tannic presence. Really nice. Pair with steak or roast beef. (Vintages panel, Feb. 2020)


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AUSTRALIA – WHITE WINE

BEST’S GREAT WESTERN RIESLING 2019Great Western, VictoriaTASTING NOTE: Whole-berries wild-fermented, pressed to 7yo foudre, matured on gross lees for 7 months a la Germany. It’s totally dry, but has the intense lime zest and pith flavours I find irresistible. Special Value. Drink by 2035. Score: 95 (James Halliday, winecompanion.com.au, May 1, 2020)


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ELDERTON EDEN VALLEY CHARDONNAY 2018Eden Valley, South Australia TASTING NOTE: A full and rich style with buttery peaches and cream, as well as mangoes, which really fill out the smooth, soft palate. Drink now. Score: 90 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, June 26, 2019)


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LANGMEIL THREE GARDENS VIOGNIER/MARSANNE/ ROUSSANNE 2018 Barossa, South AustraliaTASTING NOTE: 47% Viognier, 29% Marsanne, 12% Roussanne. Very well put together. Concen-tration of peachy fruit characters on the palate help to carry the length, and the balanced acidity provides a refreshing, herbaceous finish. Score: 93 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2019)


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LOVEBLOCK ORANGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019Vegan, sustainable, Marlborough, South IslandTASTING NOTE: Made without the addition of sulphites by using green tea as an alternative antioxidant. Appealing and quite complex wine that’s more vinous than fruity with floral, orange blossom, peach, white pepper and subtle spice flavours supported by peppery tannins. An attractive and intriguing wine that could become even more interesting in the medium-term, although I’d tend to drink it up as cellaring potential is as yet unknown. Drink 2019-2020. Score: 90 (Bob Campbell, MW, therealreview.com, Dec. 28, 2019)


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RAPAURA SPRINGS CLASSIC SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019Sustainable, Marlborough, South IslandTASTING NOTE: Gorgeously expressed and inviting, the bouquet shows green rockmelon, feijoa, lime zest and nectarine characters, followed by a juicy palate that is filled with attractive fruit intensity and vibrancy. It is up front and immediately appealing with a lengthy tasty finish. At its best: now to 2021. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, July 2019)


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STAETE LANDT ANNABEL SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018Estate grown, sustainable, Marlborough, South IslandTASTING NOTE: Wonderfully fruited and intensely aromatic, the bouquet shows green rockmelon, feijoa and lime peel characters, followed by a succulent palate that is concentrated and persistent. The wine offers excellent fruit purity backed by vibrant acidity, finishing long and delicious. At its best: now to 2022. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Feb. 2019)


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LANGMEIL BLACKSMITH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018Barossa, South AustraliaTASTING NOTE: This wine is named in honour of blacksmith Christian Auricht, who brought his family to Langmeil from Prussia in 1842. His smithy still stands on the winery grounds. This Cab features bright, vibrant dark fruit, with superb intensity supported by mint, sweet spice, cedar and a touch of vanilla. Well-made and balanced, this will be a fine addition to a steak dinner. (Vintages panel, Feb. 2020)


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SIDEWOOD SHIRAZ 2017Sustainable, Adelaide Hills, South AustraliaTASTING NOTE: Five clones, mainly Selectiv’- harvested, a small portion hand-picked and vineyard-sorted for the small amount of whole bunches, numerous batch variations, matured in French oak (25% new) for 13 months. Seriously satisfying, every aspect explored and finessed, ripe black fruits the core. Drink by: 2045. Special Value. Score: 97 (winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 1, 2019)


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NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE

KAHURANGI ESTATE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019Nelson, South Island TASTING NOTE: Gorgeously fruited and inviting, the bouquet shows nectarine, mango, feijoa and lemon peel aromas, followed by a succulent palate that is punchy and flavoursome. The wine offers magnificent fruit purity and lively mouthfeel, finishing long and delicious. At its best: now to 2022. Score: 94 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2019)


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SWARTLAND TERRE NOIR CHENIN BLANC 2018*WO Swartland(Ken Forrester)TASTING NOTE: Fresh and balanced, with impressive apple, mango, peach, guava, honeyed apricot, and an underlying mineral note. This is quite complex and really over-delivers at the price. A well-integrated touch of vanilla and oak spice on the fresh, crisp close. Pair with a seafood platter. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2020)


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SOUTH AFRICA – RED WINE

ASARA VINEYARD COLLECTION MERLOT 2017WO Stellenbosch TASTING NOTE: Ripe and jammy fruit like black cherries, with some cinnamon and leafy character. Full bodied, plump and fresh, with chewy tannins. Quite complex. Score: 90 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2019)


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SURVIVOR PINOTAGE 2018WO Swartland TASTING NOTE: This take on South Africa’s signature red offers impressive complexity and harmony throughout, with ripe dark fruit, leather, chocolate and some alluring savoury notes. There’s a nice richness here too, and a revealing focus and depth. Really nice, and a great value. Pair with hearty chili or beef stew. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2020)


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NEW ZEALAND – RED WINE

BABICH BLACK LABEL HAWKE’S BAY SYRAH 2018Sustainable, Hawke’s Bay, North IslandTASTING NOTE: A really nice take on Syrah here that has great balance and intensity throughout. Ripe and fresh, with impressive suggestions of blackberry and baking spice. This is a serious wine that will make a real splash alongside a classic rack of lamb. (Vintages panel, Oct. 2019)


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NEW ZEALAND – ROSÉ WINE

BLACK COTTAGE ROSÉ 2019Sustainable, Marlborough, South Island TASTING NOTE: Fine, elegant and immensely appealing, the wine shows ripe strawberry, nectarine, lemon peel and apple blossom aromas on the nose, followed by a juicy palate that is brilliantly focused and finely textured. It is pristine and flavoursome backed by bright acidity, finishing persistent and vibrant. At its best: now to 2021. Score: 93 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Aug. 2019)

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SOUTH AFRICA – WHITE WINE

D’ARIA MUSIC SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019*WO Western Cape TASTING NOTE: Bright and fresh, with good typicity and boldly articulated notes of citrus, pear, herbs and mineral. Pair with seafood. October is breast cancer awareness month, and this wine just might be the perfect pour for that; a portion of sales support The Ditto Project, which offers financial assistance for reconstructive breast surgery. The bottle changes colour when chilled to its ideal drinking temperature, revealing a pink ribbon. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2020)


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BURGUNDY

HERVÉ AZO CHABLIS 2018ACIn many ways, Chablis is not so much a cool-climate region as a cold-climate one that yields a crisp, distinctively mineral expression. Sourced from an east-facing site and from vines over 30 years old, this example always demonstrates this characteristic crispness and minerality. Expect citrus, peach, and the saline quality that makes Chablis so great with seafood.


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JOSEPH DROUHIN LES CLOS MÂCON-BUSSIÈRES 2018ACTASTING NOTE: Ripe and creamy green fruits. Deep, rich and leesy on the palate. Generous and slightly grainy. Chewy but fresh. Lots of character, almost savoury from the lees. Moreish. When to drink: 2020-2024. Score: 16 out of 20 (Julia Harding, MW, jancisrobinson.com, Dec. 30, 2019)


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LANGUEDOC

DOMAINE LES SALICES VIOGNIER 2019IGP Pays d’Oc (François Lurton)This Viognier was sourced from clay- and limestone- rich soils and aged in French oak for six months. You can expect a floral wine, with ripe pear, peach, honey, and white pepper spice. Look for a full, silky mouthfeel and a long finish. Pair this excellent value with grilled sausages, roasted chicken or grilled seafood.


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FRANCE – WHITE WINE

NOVELLUM CHARDONNAY 2018FranceTASTING NOTE: Made from all Chardonnay aged on Viognier lees, the 2018 Chardonnay Novellum reveals a medium gold color as well [as] a rich, textured style. Honeysuckle, white peach, brioche, and spice notes all flow to a rounded, textured, layered beauty that’s well worth the going rate. Brought up mostly in stainless steel, with 15% in new French oak, this wine always seems to deliver the goods, and the 2018 is no exception. Maturity: 2019-2020. Score: 91 (Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, April 3, 2019)


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ALSACE

CALVET PINOT BLANC 2018AP Alsace TASTING NOTE: The Calvet Pinot Blanc 2018 is fermented in stainless steel, preserving the delicate floral and fruit tones. It shows lifted citrus notes, with excellent freshness and a fine minerality. It’s a good food wine that will be great with fish or salads but will also shine as a sipper paired with soft cheeses. (Vintages panel, Nov. 2019)


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BORDEAUX

CHÂTEAU LA ROSE DU PIN BLANC 2018AC Entre-Deux-Mers (Ducourt, prop.)TASTING NOTE: This is a balanced, fruity and fresh wine. All the elements are in place to give it a crisp character with plenty of bright white fruits. Drink this wine from Vignobles Ducourt now. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 1, 2019)


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CHÂTEAU LAROSE PERGANSON 2010Sustainable, AC Haut-Médoc TASTING NOTE: A wine with sweet strawberries and raspberries on the nose. Full body, with ultra-fine tannins and a delicious finish. This is balanced and savory for the vintage. And it’s an environmentally sustainable winery. Better after 2016. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 16, 2013)


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CHÂTEAU MARJOSSE 2007AC Bordeaux(Pierre Lurton, vitic.)TASTING NOTE: Mature Bordeaux is one of the great delights of the wine world, but you don’t have to break the bank to experience it. This one has plenty of life left in it and is starting to offer the dried fruit and leather notes that come with time. Showing its maturity but holding up well, it offers considerable value. A wine for lamb chops. (Vintages panel, Sept. 2019)


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CHÂTEAU TEYSSIER 2016AC Montagne-Saint-ÉmilionTASTING NOTE: Aromas of plums and dark berries with hints of cedar and sandalwood follow through to a full body, chewy tannins that build on the palate, yet they remain in check and polished. Shows excellent potential. A blend of merlot and cabernet franc. [Decant tonight for one hour or] Try from 2022. Score: 93 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 3, 2019)


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LOIRE

LA DAME DE JACQUES COEUR MENETOU-SALON BLANC 2018AC(Chavet)Bright, zesty and energetic, the Sauvignon Blanc wines of Menetou-Salon are not unlike those of their famous neighbour, Sancerre. You can expect this popular example to be a tangy, juicy, character-ful take on the style, with refreshing acidity along with peach, citrus, and a refined mineral note.

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THIERRY DELAUNAY LE GRAND BALLON SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019IGP Val de LoireTASTING NOTE: The Delaunay family have been crafting wines in the Loire for five generations. This one is elegant and fresh, with an easy-to- enjoy, broad appeal. It has citrus, gooseberry and stone fruit notes atop a wet-stone minerality. Try it with a pizza with goat cheese and chicken. (Vintages panel, Nov. 2019)


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FRANCE – RED WINE

BORDEAUX

CHÂTEAU LA GRAVIÈRE CUVÉE LES TERRASSES 2016AC Côtes de Bourg TASTING NOTE: Still young and showing its wood aging, this wine has great potential. With ripe tannins, spice and generous red fruits, this Merlot- dominated wine is structured while also richly fruity. Drink from 2022 [or decant for one hour and enjoy tonight]. Score: 91 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 31, 2018)


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LANGUEDOC

HILARIO CORBIÈRES 2018APThe largest appellation in the Languedoc and the fourth-largest in France, Corbières comprises a wide variety of soil types and microclimates. This variety allows winemakers to combine the savoury tones and heft from warmer sites with the finesse and lift of cooler areas. The result? Complex, generously flavoured, food-friendly wines that offer tremendous value.


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MATHILDE CHAPOUTIER SÉLECTION 2017AP LanguedocTASTING NOTE: From vines north of Pézenas and all from schist soils, the 2017 Languedoc boasts smoking good notes of black olives, blackberries, peppery herbs, and underbrush. It’s rich, concen-trated, supple, and beautifully pure on the palate, and at 14 bucks, has to be one of the best values in wine out there. Made from equal parts Syrah and Grenache brought up in concrete tanks, it should drink brilliantly for 2-4 years. Score: 92 (Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, Aug. 28, 2018)


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MIDI

TESSELLAE OLD VINES GRENACHE/SYRAH/MOURVÈDRE 2017AP Côtes du Roussillon(Domaine Lafage)TASTING NOTE: ... 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah, and 10% Mourvèdre brought up mostly in concrete. Blackberries, kirsch, spice, incense, dried flowers, and baking spice notes all flow to a full-bodied, gorgeously textured effort. It’s another gem from this team. Maturity: 2019-2022. Score: 92 (Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, April 3, 2019)


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MAISON GINESTET GRAND VIN DE MARGAUX 2018AP MargauxExpect this blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc to reflect a modern, ripe take on Bordeaux and to possess plenty of Margaux character. Look for richly arrayed black cherry with solid framing tannins. Pair tonight with lamb or cellar till 2025+.


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MOUTON CADET 2017AC Bordeaux(Baron Philippe de Rothschild) TASTING NOTE: A rich blend of Merlot with touches of the two Cabernets, this wine is full of blackberry fruits and a layer of tannins that allow it to mature further. It is, however, very drinkable now. Score: 88 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Aug. 1, 2020)


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BEAUJOLAIS

STÉPHANE AVIRON VIEILLES VIGNES MOULIN-À-VENT 2018ACThis wine is crafted using sustainable viticultural processes and sourced from old vines, some of which are over 100 years of age. These key elements help Stéphane Aviron create wines of incredible fruit purity and succulent drinkability. Expect a wine with dark berry, cassis, licorice and smoke tones. Perfect for beef bourguignon or veal stew.


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SOUTHWEST

MARIE MARIA NOVEL MADIRAN 2016AC TASTING NOTE: Tannat in all its glory is the principal constituent of this wine. Powerful tannins are balanced with opulent black fruits and a fresher touch of acidity. Drink this rich wine from 2022 [or decant and enjoy tonight with a hearty cassoulet]. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, June 1, 2019)


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FRANCE – ROSÉ WINE

PROVENCE

SAINT AIX ROSÉ 2019AP Coteaux d’Aix-en-ProvenceTASTING NOTE: This is a very well balanced and composed, dry and firm rose with classic, subtle and well integrated aromas of rhubarb, red currant, white pepper and gentle herbs. It is lively, mineral and super fresh with lovely fruit, floral and spice extension on the finish. The length is excellent. Score: 92 (David Lawrason, winealign.com, June 17, 2020)


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GREECE – RED WINE

COSTA LAZARIDI AMETHYSTOS RED 2017PGI Drama(Michel Rolland)TASTING NOTE: Warming spice, violet and cherry aromas give this vibrant wine an appealing start. Full bodied, structured and packed with flavors of smoke, spice and red fruits, it finishes long and spicy. This is a great wine for the cellar but can be enjoyed now with game, beef. Score: 91 (Susan Kostrzewa, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 1, 2020)


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RHÔNE

CHÂTEAU DE NAGES VIEILLES VIGNES COSTIÈRES DE NÎMES 2017APTASTING NOTE: ... screaming value, offering a terrific combination of spicy, herbal notes and juicy, mouthwatering fruit. Cherries and raspberries form the core, accented by bay leaf and thyme, in this blend of 70% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 5% Carignan. The Syrah is aged in older barrels, while the rest aged in concrete, resulting in a wine that finishes silky and vibrant. Drink date: 2019-2025. Score: 91 (Joe Czerwinski, robertparker.com, Oct. 31, 2019)


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PATRICK GALANT CAIRANNE 2017AP Côtes du Rhône-Villages (Max Aubert Domaine de la Présidente)TASTING NOTE: 55% Grenache, 35% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre. Attractive nose of aniseed, liquorice, sous-bois, strawberries and violets. Juicy, vivid and succulent in the mouth with a hint of peppery spice and velvety tannin. Authentic, vivacious, drinkable and exciting. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2019)


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LE PARVIS CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2017AC(Ferraton Père & Fils)TASTING NOTE: Ripe and vivid, with an intense beam of raspberry puree, cherry paste and fresh plum fruit notes coursing through, picking up mouthwatering licorice, apple wood and mulling spice accents along the way. Everything melds nicely through the finish, with the fruit echoing longest. Best from 2020 through 2035. Score: 93 (James Molesworth, winespectator.com, Dec. 15, 2019)


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TUSCANY

LORNANO CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015DOCGTASTING NOTE: A brambly nose of wild plums, crushed elderberries and a hint of earth. Quite darkly spiced on the palate with some real chewiness and fresh acidity. A rather decadent finish. Drink now. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Sept. 11, 2018)


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ORNELLAIA 2017DOC Bolgheri SuperioreTASTING NOTE: A big, rich wine for the vintage, yet poised and lively with firm, chewy tannins that give form and intensity to the wine. It shows loads of blackberry, blackcurrant and walnut flavors. Ripe yet polished tannins. Give this three or four years to come together. Score: 97 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, May 25, 2020)


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VAL DI SUGA BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2015DOCGTASTING NOTE: A dense and linear red with medium to full body, chewy tannins and a slightly extracted finish. Needs time to soften. Better after 2022. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2019)


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ITALY – WHITE WINE

ALTO ADIGE-TRENTINO

LUNA NUDA PINOT GRIGIO 2019IGT Vigneti delle Dolomiti“Luna Nuda” (“Naked Moon”) describes a bright full moon shining in a clear night sky over the vineyards; a sight considered both beautiful and inspirational. Expect a delicately aromatic wine with notes of apple, citrus and white flowers. Enjoy with lemon- dressed baked fish.


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PIEDMONT

CASETTA ROERO ARNEIS 2018DOCGTASTING NOTE: By the 1970s, Arneis, sometimes known as white Barolo, had almost disappeared. It regained popularity in the ’80s due to a resurgence of interest in Piedmontese whites. This example is mouth-puckering and refreshing, with notes of white flowers, peach, herbs and honey. Pair with sushi. (Vintages panel, June 2019)

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CAMPANIA

STEFANIA BARBOT ION 2016DOC Irpinia Campi Taurasini TASTING NOTE: ... black fruit, spice, tar, licorice and campfire ash – all delivered with seamless integration. This is a beautiful wine and a gorgeous surprise from Southern Italy. Fruit comes from 15-year-old vines planted in limestone clay and sand. The wine is fermented and aged only in stainless steel, and the purity of the fruit is unmatched. It’s great to uncover happy surprises such as this at this affordable price point. Congrat-ulations. Drink date: 2020-2026. Score: 93+ (Monica Larner, robertparker.com, Oct. 10, 2019)


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VENETO

TOMMASI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2015DOCGTASTING NOTE: Extremely attractive aromas of dried fruit, prunes and sweet almonds follow through to a medium to full body, soft, juicy fruit and a flavorful finish. Shows depth and beauty on the finish. Balanced and lovely now. Drink now [through mid-’20s+]. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2019)


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PORTUGAL – RED WINE

PEGOS CLAROS GRANDE ESCOLHA VINHAS VELHAS CASTELÃO 2015 DOC PalmelaTASTING NOTE: ... Suave and elegant relative to the grape, this focused Castelão has good mid- palate finesse and velvety texture. It also has some of that Castelão exuberance in flavor, showing dried cherries mingled with poached strawberries. It is the type of profile that reminds me vaguely of Grenache. It takes awhile for the backbone to appear, but there is one – although the tannins are rather ripe ... This distinctive wine can be approached now, but it will show more complexity in a few years. Drink date: 2019-2035. Score: 93 (Mark Squires, robertparker.com, Dec. 28, 2018)


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SPAIN – WHITE WINE

DONIMIO DE LA GRANADILLA VERDEJO 2018DO Rueda TASTING NOTE: This is a lovey typical Rueda with good varietal character. Expect aromas of pear and melon fruit with green apple skin and lime with some hints of lavender and pea-pod. It is mid-weight and intensely flavoured with a rich creamy texture and excellent length. Try with roast chicken or roast veal. Score: 90 (Steve Thurlow, winealign.com, Nov. 25, 2019)


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ITALY – RED WINE CONT’D

TUSCANY

VIGNAMAGGIO GHERARDINO RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 DOCGTASTING NOTE: This is ripe and decadent yet fresh and enticing on the nose, showing notes of red plums, black plums, morello cherries, cedar, tobacco, ash, licorice and tar. The palate is very intense and incredibly energetic with bright acidity and firm, savory tannins. Long and beautiful. [Decant for one hour or] Drink in 2022. Score: 94 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Sept. 11, 2018)


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VENETO

MASI ORO BROLO CAMPOFIORIN 2016IGT Rosso VeronaThis wine is crafted using the appassimento method, which sees a portion of the grapes dried to enhance texture, depth and flavour. You can expect it to offer concentrated suggestions of dried fruit, prune, vanilla, spice and leather in a rich, smooth package. This will reward 10+ years in the cellar but will also be wonderful this evening with grilled red meats or aged cheeses.


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TENUTE FALEZZA VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO SUPERIORE 2017DOCTASTING NOTE: 60% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella. Youthful vitality, with a sweet nose of butterscotch and cacao, and a palate which introduces deeper coffee tones, plum and prune, run through with lively acidity and grip. Score: 95 (Decanter Asia Wine Awards, 2019)

Full-bodied & Firm750 mL (D) $21.95

14999 Í.ÇÈ9ÇÎFeatured in Hand-Picked Gifts and Match Making




MARQUÉS DE CÁCERES EXCELLENS CUVÉE ESPECIAL CRIANZA 2016Vegan, DOCa RiojaTASTING NOTE: A sleek texture carries bold flavors in this expressive red. Espresso, clove and black tea notes mingle with black cherry, graphite and mint elements, supported by firm tannins and lively acidity. Harmonious, with good depth. Drink now through 2032. Score: 92 (Thomas Matthews, winespectator.com, July 1, 2020)


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RIOJA VEGA EDICIÓN LIMITADA CRIANZA 2016Vegan, DOCa RiojaTASTING NOTE: Made in an international style, this attractive Rioja is a blend of 75% Tempranillo and 25% Graciano. Appealing aromas of baked black fruit, stewed plums and cherry. Smooth black cherry attack on a palate marked by fine tannins and polished oak. Great balance here, plus elegance and freshness. Drinking window 2019-2024. Score: 90 (Julie Sheppard, decanter.com, Nov. 3, 2019)


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SPAIN – RED WINE

LOCATIONS ESpain TASTING NOTE: Aromas of sweet strawberries with citrus and floral undertones, as well as blue- berries and hot stones. Full-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful, lightly austere finish. This shows tone and texture. A blend of garnacha, tempranillo, monastrell and carinena. Drink or hold. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 2, 2020)


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BURGO VIEJO CRIANZA 2016DOCa RiojaTASTING NOTE: A tight red with a dense palate of dark berries and chocolate. Full and reserved, yet polished and energetic. Give it two years to soften. Drink in 2020. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Aug. 2, 2018)


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GODELIA MENCIA RED 2015*DO BierzoTASTING NOTE: Black cherry, plum and currant flavors give this red a rich core of fruit, while leafy, licorice and mineral notes add complexity. Well- integrated tannins and gentle acidity focus the plush texture. Harmonious, showing good depth. Drink now through 2025. Ranked #34 in the 2019 Wine Spectator Top 100. Score: 93 (Thomas Matthews, winespectator.com, Oct. 15, 2019)


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FORTIFIED WINEPORT n 14045 WARRE’S LATE BOTTLED VINTAGE PORT 2007 (Portugal)* Page 29 $36.95SHERRY n 14048 PEREZ BARQUERO LOS AMIGOS PEDRO XIMENEZ SHERRY (Spain) (500 mL) Page 29 $19.95

DESSERT WINECANADA – ONTARIO n 415901 CAVE SPRING INDIAN SUMMER SELECT LATE HARVEST RIESLING 2017 (375 mL) Page 29 $24.95HUNGARY n 47209 PUKLUS PINCÉSZET TOKAJI ASZÚ 5 PUTTONYOS 2013 (500 mL) Page 30 $35.95

CHAMPAGNEFRANCE n 16172 GEOFFROY ROSÉ DE SAIGNÉE BLANC DE ROSE EXTRA BRUT 1ER CRU CHAMPAGNE Page 30 $134.95

SPARKLING WINEUSA – CALIFORNIA n 15691 MEIOMI SPARKLING Page 30 $35.95AUSTRALIA n 15694 THE POTTS FAMILY BLEASDALE VINEYARDS SPARKLING SHIRAZ (375 mL) Page 30 $13.95SOUTH AFRICA n 130047 KRONE CUVÉE BRUT ROSÉ CAP CLASSIQUE 2018 Page 30 $19.95FRANCE – BORDEAUX n 648170 LA FLEUR DE FRANÇOIS BRUT CRÉMANT DE BORDEAUX Page 31 $16.95ITALY – EMILIA-ROMAGNA n 632208 LABRUSCA LINI 910 REGGIANO LAMBRUSCO ROSSO SECCO Page 31 $19.95

WHITE WINECANADA – ONTARIO n 149302 FEATHERSTONE CANADIAN OAK CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 31 $21.95

n 89011 FEATHERSTONE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Page 31 $17.95n 356873 FLAT ROCK GOOD KHARMA CHARDONNAY 2019 Page 31 $16.95n 68817 HIDDEN BENCH ESTATE CHARDONNAY 2017 Page 32 $29.95n 183491 HIDDEN BENCH ESTATE RIESLING 2017 Page 32 $24.95n 485334 KEW MARSANNE/VIOGNIER 2017 Page 32 $19.95

USA – CALIFORNIA n 418251 CARMEL ROAD UNOAKED CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 33 $24.95n 458646 CRAFTWORK CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 33 $19.95n 441089 ROMBAUER CARNEROS CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 33 $63.95

USA – OREGON n 15581 CENTERSTONE UNOAKED CHARDONNAY 2017 Page 34 $19.95n 665877 SOLÉNA CELLARS PINOT GRIS 2018 Page 34 $24.95

USA – WASHINGTON n 385773 SEVEN FALLS CHARDONNAY 2016 Page 34 $21.95MEXICO n 582254 L.A. CETTO CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 37 $13.95ARGENTINA n 15078 CLOS DE CHACRAS CAVAS DE CRIANZA CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 37 $19.95

n 389262 ZUCCARDI SERIE A TORRONTÉS 2019 Page 37 $16.95CHILE n 485292 ECHEVERRIA GRAN RESERVA CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 39 $15.95AUSTRALIA n 688259 BEST’S GREAT WESTERN RIESLING 2019 Page 40 $19.95

n 15054 ELDERTON EDEN VALLEY CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 40 $19.95n 15113 LANGMEIL THREE GARDENS VIOGNIER/MARSANNE/ROUSSANNE 2018 Page 40 $19.95

NEW ZEALAND n 14567 KAHURANGI ESTATE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Page 41 $19.95n 14568 LOVEBLOCK ORANGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Page 41 $27.95n 465880 RAPAURA SPRINGS CLASSIC SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Page 41 $18.95n 648691 STAETE LANDT ANNABEL SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018 Page 41 $23.95

SOUTH AFRICA n 15764 D’ARIA MUSIC SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019* Page 42 $13.95n 15716 SWARTLAND TERRE NOIR CHENIN BLANC 2018* Page 42 $22.95

FRANCE n 390781 NOVELLUM CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 43 $18.95FRANCE – ALSACE n 15382 CALVET PINOT BLANC 2018 Page 43 $14.95FRANCE – BORDEAUX n 14805 CHÂTEAU LA ROSE DU PIN BLANC 2018 Page 43 $14.95FRANCE – BURGUNDY n 185736 HERVÉ AZO CHABLIS 2018 Page 43 $28.95

n 470401 JOSEPH DROUHIN LES CLOS MÂCON-BUSSIÈRES 2018 Page 43 $24.95FRANCE – LANGUEDOC n 14031 DOMAINE LES SALICES VIOGNIER 2019 Page 43 $15.95FRANCE – LOIRE n 525048 LA DAME DE JACQUES COEUR MENETOU-SALON BLANC 2018 Page 44 $21.95

n 469593 THIERRY DELAUNAY LE GRAND BALLON SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Page 44 $14.95ITALY – ALTO ADIGE-TRENTINO n 401232 LUNA NUDA PINOT GRIGIO 2019 Page 47 $16.95ITALY – PIEDMONT n 26146 CASETTA ROERO ARNEIS 2018 Page 47 $18.95SPAIN n 15434 DONIMIO DE LA GRANADILLA VERDEJO 2018 Page 48 $17.95

RED WINECANADA – ONTARIO n 646521 CREEKSIDE GAMAY 2017 Page 32 $18.95

n 127324 THE FOREIGN AFFAIR CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 Page 32 $39.95CANADA – BRITISH COLUMBIA n 15769 MONTE CREEK HANDS UP RED 2017 Page 33 $21.95USA – CALIFORNIA n 14425 DAOU PESSIMIST 2017* Page 34 $27.95

n 708289 FRANCIS COPPOLA DIAMOND COLLECTION RED LABEL ZINFANDEL 2017 Page 34 $21.95n 629154 HERITANCE NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2015 Page 34 $54.95n 686584 J. LOHR HILLTOP CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Page 35 $49.95n 548297 PICKETT CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016* Page 35 $99.95n 498808 QUILT CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017* Page 35 $59.95n 73817 RUTHERFORD RANCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Page 35 $39.95


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n 655399 STAGS’ LEAP WINERY MERLOT 2016 Page 35 $49.95n 479105 THE FEDERALIST CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017* Page 36 $19.95

USA – OREGON n 15587 CHEHALEM CHEMISTRY PINOT NOIR 2017 Page 36 $25.95n 159970 CLOUDLINE PINOT NOIR 2018 Page 36 $26.95n 421198 UNDERWOOD PINOT NOIR 2018 Page 36 $22.95

USA – WASHINGTON n 394726 CANOE RIDGE THE EXPEDITION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Page 36 $25.95n 551473 DRUMHELLER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Page 36 $18.95n 15816 FORGERON CELLARS BLACKSMITH ROUGE GSM 2017 Page 37 $28.95n 15819 MERCER BROS MERLOT 2017 Page 37 $26.95

ARGENTINA n 15095 CONDEMINAL PONCHO PAMPA PINOT NOIR 2018 Page 38 $18.95n 15128 DURIGUTTI MENDOZA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Page 38 $16.95n 261867 FABRE MONTMAYOU RESERVA MALBEC 2018 Page 38 $18.95n 441691 TEHO ZAHA TOKO VINEYARD MALBEC 2016 Page 38 $24.95n 37036 TRIVENTO AMADO SUR MALBEC/BONARDA/SYRAH 2018 Page 38 $16.95n 15121 ZUCCARDI Q CABERNET FRANC 2017 Page 38 $19.95

CHILE n 16804 BALDUZZI VIEJO ENCACHAO GRAND RESERVE CARIGNAN 2016 Page 39 $23.95n 444703 MONTGRAS ANTU CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Page 39 $18.95n 57901 MONTGRAS INTRIGA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 Page 39 $22.95n 670539 PÉREZ CRUZ LIMITED EDITION CARMENÈRE 2017 Page 39 $19.95n 712463 PRIMUS THE BLEND 2015 Page 39 $19.95

AUSTRALIA n 534750 ANGOVE FAMILY CREST GRENACHE/SHIRAZ/MOURVÈDRE 2018 Page 40 $21.95n 627869 BEN GLAETZER BISHOP SHIRAZ 2017 Page 40 $39.95n 677476 JIM BARRY COVER DRIVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Page 40 $19.95n 644039 LANGMEIL BLACKSMITH CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Page 41 $23.95n 446146 SIDEWOOD SHIRAZ 2017 Page 41 $19.95

NEW ZEALAND n 14580 BABICH BLACK LABEL HAWKE’S BAY SYRAH 2018 Page 42 $26.95SOUTH AFRICA n 15758 ASARA VINEYARD COLLECTION MERLOT 2017 Page 42 $19.95

n 15746 SURVIVOR PINOTAGE 2018 Page 42 $19.95FRANCE – BORDEAUX n 14454 CHÂTEAU LA GRAVIÈRE CUVÉE LES TERRASSES 2016 Page 44 $16.95

n 14457 CHÂTEAU LAROSE PERGANSON 2010 Page 44 $38.95n 14451 CHÂTEAU MARJOSSE 2007 Page 44 $21.95n 226035 CHÂTEAU TEYSSIER 2016 Page 44 $24.95n 526871 MAISON GINESTET GRAND VIN DE MARGAUX 2018 Page 45 $42.95n 14447 MOUTON CADET 2017 Page 45 $25.95

FRANCE – BEAUJOLAIS n 368134 STÉPHANE AVIRON VIEILLES VIGNES MOULIN-À-VENT 2018 Page 45 $24.95FRANCE – LANGUEDOC n 15170 HILARIO CORBIÈRES 2018 Page 45 $15.95

n 644468 MATHILDE CHAPOUTIER SÉLECTION 2017 Page 45 $14.95FRANCE – MIDI n 343517 TESSELLAE OLD VINES GRENACHE/SYRAH/MOURVÈDRE 2017 Page 45 $19.95FRANCE – RHÔNE n 40964 CHÂTEAU DE NAGES VIEILLES VIGNES COSTIÈRES DE NÎMES 2017 Page 46 $19.95

n 638551 LE PARVIS CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2017 Page 46 $56.95n 15521 PATRICK GALANT CAIRANNE 2017 Page 46 $16.95

FRANCE – SOUTHWEST n 15357 MARIE MARIA NOVEL MADIRAN 2016 Page 46 $20.95GREECE n 724831 COSTA LAZARIDI AMETHYSTOS RED 2017 Page 46 $26.95ITALY – CAMPANIA n 16137 STEFANIA BARBOT ION 2016 Page 47 $30.95ITALY – TUSCANY n 211599 LORNANO CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 Page 47 $18.95

n 722470 ORNELLAIA 2017 Page 47 $249.95n 713719 VAL DI SUGA BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2015 Page 47 $54.95n 16403 VIGNAMAGGIO GHERARDINO RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 Page 48 $30.95

ITALY – VENETO n 976092 MASI ORO BROLO CAMPOFIORIN 2016 Page 48 $26.95n 14999 TENUTE FALEZZA VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO SUPERIORE 2017 Page 48 $21.95n 356220 TOMMASI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2015 Page 48 $49.95

PORTUGAL n 14958 PEGOS CLAROS GRANDE ESCOLHA VINHAS VELHAS CASTELÃO 2015 Page 48 $38.95SPAIN n 16606 LOCATIONS E Page 49 $25.95

n 168815 BURGO VIEJO CRIANZA 2016 Page 49 $14.95n 368043 GODELIA MENCIA RED 2015* Page 49 $24.95n 10684 MARQUÉS DE CÁCERES EXCELLENS CUVÉE ESPECIAL CRIANZA 2016 Page 49 $17.95n 638783 RIOJA VEGA EDICIÓN LIMITADA CRIANZA 2016 Page 49 $22.95

ROSÉ WINECANADA – ONTARIO n 559088 MALIVOIRE LADYBUG ROSÉ Page 33 $16.95USA – WASHINGTON n 568212 CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE ROSÉ 2019 Page 37 $18.95NEW ZEALAND n 539320 BLACK COTTAGE ROSÉ 2019 Page 42 $16.95FRANCE – PROVENCE n 451906 SAINT AIX ROSÉ 2019 Page 46 $25.95

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We’re bringing you even more. Online and in some of our larger stores you’ll find a bigger, better selection of top products. Look for this ad every two weeks, where we’ll tell you about our latest collection of Flagship Exclusives, then stop in to see for yourself, or order at lcbo.com/vintages or through our app.

Shop online or visit our largest stores for this exciting expanded collection of premium Vintages products.

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HEDGES FAMILY ESTATE RED 2016Red Mountain, Yakima Valley, Washington

Blackcurrant, tobacco leaf, earth and leather. Pure, seamless and Bordeaux-like.

93 points (Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, April 11, 2019)


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MIGRATION CHARDONNAY 2018Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California(Duckhorn Wine Company)

Lemon, pineapple, apple, and light oak. Balanced and refreshing.

90 points (Ken Hoggins, kenswineguide.com, July 23, 2020)


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EYRIE VINEYARDS DUNDEE HILLS PINOT GRIS 2018Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon

Vibrant, with excellent minerality and richness. Complex and long, with apricot and citrus.


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L’ECOLE NO. 41 SEMILLON 2017Columbia Valley, Washington

Fig, tropical fruit and spice. Ranked #68 in the 2019 Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Best Buys.

90 points (Sean P. Sullivan, Wine Enthusiast, Feb. 1, 2019)


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VEUVE CLICQUOT VINTAGE BRUT ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE 2012With gift box, AC, Champagne, France

Attractive and balanced, with red fruit, spice and toast. Can cellar into the early-to-mid-’40s.

Rich & Complex750 mL (XD) $115.95

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TANTALUS VINEYARDS RIESLING 2018 BC VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia

Floral, bright and refreshing, with tangerine, lime leaf, stony mineral and tropical fruit.

90 points (Anthony Gismondi, gismondionwine.com, May 2, 2019)

Aromatic & Flavourful750 mL (M) $34.95

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CLOS DU SOLEIL SIGNATURE 2015 BC VQA Similkameen Valley, British Columbia

Aromatic and high-toned, with redcurrant and forest. Drink till 2029+.

88 points (Brad Royale, winealign.com, July 18, 2019)


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SEVEN HILLS WALLA WALLA RED 2015Walla Walla Valley, Washington

Notes of violets, tar, blackberry and chocolate. Long, with fine-grained tannins.

92 points (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, May 16, 2018)


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PLANTAGENET SHIRAZ 2013Great Southern, Western Australia

Ultra-fragrant spice, pepper and licorice, with vibrant red cherry and plum. Classic cool-climate style.

95 points (James Halliday, winecompanion.com.au, Jan. 1, 2018)


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TORONTO Summerhill & Yonge • Queen’s Quay at Cooper St. • Laird Dr. south of Eglinton • Bloor & Royal York Rd. • Bayview Village (Bayview & Sheppard) • Avenue Rd. south of Wilson • Bay & Bloor (Manulife Centre)

SAN POLO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2015DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

Lush, with plum, cherry and strawberry. Best from 2023 through 2040.

95 points (Bruce Sanderson, winespectator.com, June 30, 2020)


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MARCHAND-TAWSE CÔTE DE NUITS-VILLAGES 2017AC, Burgundy, France(Pascal Marchand)

Sophisticated, fresh and succulent, with considerable depth and length and a balanced finish.


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LE VOLTE DELL’ORNELLAIA 2018IGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy(Tenuta dell’Ornellaia)

Flowers, crushed plums, sage and rosemary.

93 points (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, July 7, 2020)


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RIDOLFI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2015DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

Ripe, concentrated plum, cherry and spice.

94 points (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2019)


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CLOUDY BAY CHARDONNAY 2016Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand

Sophisticated and complex, with intense fruit, oak spice, and a fine acidity.

94 points (Gary Walsh, winefront.com.au, Sept. 28, 2018)


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RADFORD DALE CHARDONNAY 2018WO Stellenbosch, South Africa

Lightly wooded, with peach, lemon and a toasty spice. Drink 2020-2028.

94 points (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, South Africa Special Report 2019)


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SÉGLA 2010AC Margaux, Bordeaux, France

Elegant and refined, with superb depth and breadth. Drink into the late ’20s.

93 points (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com, Oct. 15, 2016)


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ALDEASOÑA 2006Viño de la Tierra de Castilla y León, Spain(Convento San Francisco)

Robust but graceful, with plum, currant, coffee, smoke and mineral notes.

92 points (Thomas Matthews, winespectator.com, Oct. 15, 2013)


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Explore our latest collection of premium gins in the Gin Shop.Whether you’re already an aficionado or just getting into the spirit, you’ll love our exclusive, evolving collection of deluxe artisanal gins. Hand-picked by our experts, the Gin Shop’s top-shelf sips range from classic London dry gin to more exotic offerings crafted by producers on four continents. Here are four unique additions to this collection that are perfect for sipping solo or mixing into classic cocktails.

These and other fine gins are available at select LCBO locations, or shop the full collection online at lcbo.com/ginshop.


CONKER DORSET DRY GINConker, an up-and-coming UK gin distiller, adds elderberry, marsh samphire and hand-picked gorse flowers to the usual botanicals in this herbaceous, citrusy gin. Try it in a seasonal cocktail like the Corpse Reviver, featured in the Autumn issue of Food & Drink magazine.

14728 700 mL $46.95

KIRKJUVAGR BEYLA OLD TOM STYLE HONEY RASPBERRY GINThis new pink gin from Orkney Distilling is named for Beyla, the Norse goddess of bees. It’s flavoured with honey from bees that frequent the distillery’s garden. Fresh Scottish raspberries give it its delicate hue and fruity flavour.

15741 700 mL $44.95

McQUEEN AND THE VIOLET FOG GINDistilled in Brazil from sugar cane, this features 21 botanicals, many of them seldom found in gin. It’s a complex spirit with earthy, floral, citrus and spicy notes. Enjoy it in a classic gin martini.

14763 750 mL $59.95

WHITLEY NEILL BLACKBERRY GINWhitley Neill has been a driving force in England’s gin renaissance. Their small-batch blackberry gin is from a line of spirits that evoke the flavours and scents of the English countryside. This would be superb in a classic gin and tonic.

16098 750 mL $44.95

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White WinesBERINGER NAPA VALLEY CHARDONNAYCalifornia84988 (XD) 750 mL $25.95NOW $22.95 Save $3.00

FLAT ROCK TWISTED WHITEVQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario1578 (D) 750 mL $17.95NOW $16.95 Save $1.00

HENRY OF PELHAM ESTATE CHARDONNAYVQA Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario268342 (XD) 750 mL $21.95NOW $18.95 Save $3.00

LOUIS JADOT CHARDONNAY BOURGOGNEBurgundy, France933077 (XD) 750 mL $24.95NOW $22.95 Save $2.00

OYSTER BAY PINOT GRIGIOHawke’s Bay, North Island, New Zealand326090 (XD) 750 mL $19.95NOW $17.95 Save $2.00

RODNEY STRONG CHARLOTTE’S HOME SAUVIGNON BLANCCalifornia449207 (XD) 750 mL $19.95NOW $16.95 Save $3.00

SANTA MARGHERITA PINOT GRIGIOAlto Adige-Trentino, Italy106450 (XD) 750 mL $19.95NOW $17.95 Save $2.00

VINELAND ESTATES ELEVATION ST. URBAN VINEYARD RIESLINGSt. Urban Vineyard, VQA Niagara Escarpment, Ontario38117 (M) 750 mL $19.95NOW $17.95 Save $2.00

WILLM RÉSERVE RIESLINGAC Alsace, France11452 (XD) 750 mL $19.95NOW $17.95 Save $2.00

Red Wines13TH STREET GAMAYVQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario177824 (XD) 750 mL $19.95NOW $17.95 Save $2.00

7 DEADLY ZINS OLD VINE ZINFANDELCalifornia59311 (D) 750 mL $24.95NOW $21.95 Save $3.00

CALVET RESERVE DES REMPARTS SAINT-ÉMILIONAC, Bordeaux, France31898 (XD) 750 mL $23.95NOW $21.95 Save $2.00

ERATH PINOT NOIROregon394718 (XD) 750 mL $24.95NOW $21.95 Save $3.00

G. MARQUIS THE SILVER LINE PINOT NOIRVQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario258673 (D) 750 mL $19.95NOW $17.95 Save $2.00

GÉRARD BERTRAND LANGUEDOCAP Languedoc, France413237 (XD) 750 mL $16.95NOW $14.95 Save $2.00

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MARCHESI DE’ FRESCOBALDI TENUTA DI CASTIGLIONIIGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy145920 (D) 750 mL REG. $21.95NOW $18.95Save $36 on a case of 12

WAKEFIELD ESTATE SHIRAZClare Valley, South Australia943787 (XD) 750 mL REG. $19.95NOW $16.95Save $36 on a case of 12

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THE FOREIGN AFFAIR THE CONSPIRACYVQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario149237 (XD) 750 mL $19.95NOW $16.95 Save $3.00

TRIUS REDVQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario303800 (XD) 750 mL $24.95NOW $22.95 Save $2.00

WAKEFIELD JARAMAN SHIRAZClare Valley, South Australia377036 (D) 750 mL $24.95NOW $22.95 Save $2.00

Red Wines CONT’D

JOEL GOTT 815 CABERNET SAUVIGNONCalifornia444059 (XD) 750 mL $24.95NOW $22.95 Save $2.00

LOUIS JADOT BOURGOGNE PINOT NOIRAC, Burgundy, France(Maison Louis Jadot)162073 (XD) 750 mL $26.95NOW $24.95 Save $2.00

MONTES ALPHA CABERNET SAUVIGNONColchagua Valley, Chile322586 (XD) 750 mL $19.95NOW $16.95 Save $3.00

RINGBOLT CABERNET SAUVIGNONMargaret River, Western Australia606624 (XD) 750 mL $21.95NOW $19.95 Save $2.00

SEVEN FALLS CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNONWahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington360222 (D) 750 mL $21.95NOW $18.95 Save $3.00

TENUTA SETTE PONTI CROGNOLOIGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy727636 (D) 750 mL $34.95NOW $31.95 Save $3.00

TAYLOR FLADGATE 10-YEAR-OLD TAWNY PORTPortugal121749 (S) 750 mL $35.95NOW $30.95 Save $5.00

Other Wines & SpiritsINNISKILLIN VIDAL ICEWINEWith gift box, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario388306 (S) 375 mL $49.95NOW $44.95 Save $5.00

JACKSON-TRIGGS RESERVE VIDAL ICEWINEVQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario389411 (S) 375 mL $39.95NOW $34.95 Save $5.00

LAKEVIEW CELLARS VIDAL ICEWINEVQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario522672 (S) 200 mL $22.95NOW $20.95 Save $2.00

MAGNOTTA VIDAL ICEWINEVQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario587154 (S) 375 mL $33.95NOW $30.95 Save $3.00



FEATURE STORIES• Premium California• Italian favourites

WINES OF THE MONTHGLENLOFTY GO CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017Pyrenees, Victoria, Australia (16236)

CASTELLO DI RADDA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2016DOCG, Tuscany, Italy (16448)

HAND-PICKED GIFTSDOMAINE DE COUREILLAC MERLOT/CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2015AC Bordeaux Supérieur, France (17183)

In our next catalogue...October 31, 2020

Prices not available at press time.


good to know• All products in this catalogue can be ordered online at

lcbo.com or through our app (available from the App Store or Google Play), or obtained at Vintages locations across Ontario. Quantities are limited, and product availability varies by store.

• Visit lcbo.com/vintages to find out about new releases, special offers, events and more, or be the first to know by signing up for the Vintages Latest weekly e-newsletter.

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AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT OUR NEXT RELEASETo make room for all the fine wines arriving for the upcoming holiday season, there will be no Vintages release in stores or online on Saturday, October 17. Our regular bi-weekly releases will resume on Saturday, October 31st.


TWO-BOTTLE GIFT BOX $3.50

ONE-BOTTLE GIFT BOX $2.50

TENUTE FALEZZA VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO SUPERIORE 2017 DOC, Veneto, Italy

The ripasso technique sees Valpolicella wine “re-passed” (re-fermented) over unpressed Amarone skins; a process that enhances the wine’s flavour and richness. Don’t pass up passing on this lively, grippy Ripasso to someone special, so that the butterscotch, cocoa, coffee, plum and prune tones can enrich their evening.

14999 (D) 750 mL

$21.95Full-bodied & Firm

95 points (Decanter Asia Wine Awards)

FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 48.

Pass it on

Hand-Picked

GiftsFor birthdays, anniversaries, thank-yous or just because, a great-value wine specially chosen by our experts is a good bet that’s sure to please. Visit lcbo.com to order or check store availability.


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Telephone 416-365-5900 Toll-free 1-800-668- 5226lcbo.com/vintages

Please enjoy responsibly.DISCOVER OUR LATEST COLLECTION, IN STORES AND ONLINE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2020

IN THIS RELEASEGorgeously fruited

and inviting. See page 41.

Complex and balanced, with a decadent finish.

See page 47.

An old-vine gem from a standout estate.

See page 45.


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