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PERFECT PAIRINGS FOR COZY COMFORT FOOD + TASTEFUL TAKEOUT DISCOVER OUR LATEST COLLECTION, IN STORES AND ONLINE SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2020
wines
of the
month
Rich reds for winter feasts
CHÂTEAU BEAUSEJOUR CUVÉE
PRESTIGE FRONSAC 2016
AP, Bordeaux, France
11827 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 3
TASTING NOTE: This is thick and very rich
with layers of fruit and velvety tannins.
Full-bodied, juicy and rich yet tannic and
powerful. Lots of berries and undertones of
dark chocolate and hot stones. Pure merlot.
Drink from 2022. Score: 93 (James
Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 3, 2019)
Full-bodied & Firm
Featured in Comfort-Food Companions
New at Vintages
ST. HUBERTS THE STAG CABERNET
SAUVIGNON 2016
North Coast, California
(Wine World Estates)
13691 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 1
TASTING NOTE: A blend of grapes (82%
Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 6% Petite
Sirah, and 3% Tannat) is sourced throughout
California’s fine wine regions, primarily Red
Hills and High Valley in Lake County. Matured in
American oak and stainless steel, this
full-bodied red engages with aromas of earthy
chocolate and cedar. Its depth of character
shows through a lush mouthfeel. Structured
yet supple tannins glide alongside flavors of
coffee, sage, and violets. Score: 92 (Meridith
May, tastingpanelmag.com, Jan. 29, 2019)
Full-bodied & Firm
Featured in Takeout Teammates
New at Vintages
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ood companions
These six hearty dishes, each with
two perfect wine pairings, will help
add wonder to your winter.
We love winter! It’s the season of cozying up indoors with cherished
people, fine wines, and feel-good foods that stick to the ribs and
warm the heart. Within these pages, you’ll find a collection of six
classic European dishes, from pasta to paella, paired with European
wines – one traditional pairing, one a bit adventurous – along with
tips on why they go together so well.
VINTAGES 3
Scallops in Herb
These tasty shellfish are harvested in salt
water around the world, including off the
coast of France. And while smaller bay
Butter Sauce
scallops are great in pasta, for this dish
we want the bigger, heartier bite that sea
scallops provide. The marine minerality of
Chablis complements the seafaring flavours
For recipe, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and of the dish beautifully, while the wine’s crisp
search “Scallops in Herb Butter Sauce” acidity cuts through the buttery sauce.
Alternatively, the grassy notes of Pouilly-
Fumé mingle well with the herbs while,
again, bright acidity cuts through the sauce
and cleanses the palate for the next bite.
4 VINTAGES
DOMAINE SÉGUINOT-BORDET CHATELAIN LES CHARMES
CHABLIS 2018 POUILLY-FUMÉ 2017
AC, Burgundy, France AC, Loire, France
Crunchy green fruit, white peach, lemon Crushed rocks, smoky gunflint, chamomile,
peel and lovely minerality. grapefruit and freshly cut grass.
Also great with: oysters on the half-shell, Also great with: fish cakes with herbed
lemon sole goat cheese, coquilles St. Jacques
89-91 points (Allen Meadows, Aromatic & Flavourful
burghound.com) 727990 (XD) 750 mL $27.95 2
Light & Crisp
289371 (XD) 750 mL $28.95 2
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 38.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO
VINTAGES 5
Oven-Roasted
Leg of lamb is a classic dish in Bordeaux,
where the local wines pair with it especially
well. Roasting the lamb on the bone gives a
Herbed Leg
juicier, more flavourful dish that goes even
more beautifully with red Bordeaux.
Traditional, medium-bodied Bordeaux
of Lamb
has the fine structure and herb-tinged notes
to harmonize with the recipe, while more
modern-styled, full-bodied Bordeaux has
the oomph to match a customized spinoff of
For recipe, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and the recipe with a more robust herb crust
search “Oven-Roasted Herbed Leg of Lamb” and thicker, richer reduction of sauce.
6 VINTAGES
CHÂTEAU LES TOURELLES 2015 CHÂTEAU BEAUSEJOUR CUVÉE
AC Bordeaux, France PRESTIGE FRONSAC 2016
(Jean Darriet, prop.-vitic.) AP, Bordeaux, France
Red plum, strawberry, cherry, tobacco, Powerfully structured and tannic, with juicy
mocha and earth, with a mineral undertone. berry fruit and dark chocolate.
Also great with: mushroom burgers, Also great with: braised short ribs, bison
tourtière burgers
Gold (Concours de Bordeaux) 93 points (James Suckling,
Medium-bodied & Fruity jamessuckling.com)
426247 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2 Full-bodied & Firm
011827 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 3
Featured as our Wine of the Month
New at Vintages
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 39.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO
VINTAGES 7
Boeuf en Daube
This hearty beef stew cooked in red wine is
like beef bourguignon with a Mediterranean
twist, and the rich flavours and texture are a
à la Provençale
good fit for the robust red wines of southern
France. The full, velvety mouthfeel and
smooth tannins of Châteauneuf-du-Pape
make it a perfect textural match for the dish,
For recipe, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and while an extraordinarily big, structured
search “Boeuf en Daube” Carignan sourced from old vines in
Roussillon would be great with a chewier
variation featuring a more intense sear on
the meat and slightly less stewing time.
8 VINTAGESLES CAILLOUX CHÂTEAUNEUF- LAFAGE CAYROL VIEILLES VIGNES
DU-PAPE 2016 CARIGNAN 2016
AC, Rhône, France IGP Côtes Catalanes, Roussillon, France
Intense yet nuanced, with herbs, dried Big, bold, firm and rich, with savoury herbs
spices, raspberries and cherries. and lovely cherry fruit.
Also great with: beef Wellington, pepper- Also great with: seared prime rib, aged
corn steak frites cheddar
95-97 points (Joe Czerwinski, 91 points (Joe Czerwinski,
robertparker.com) robertparker.com)
Full-bodied & Smooth Full-bodied & Firm
012982 (D) 750 mL $65.95 2 494039 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 2
New at Vintages
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 40.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO
VINTAGES 9Lemon Risotto
Risotto is an Italian institution, and versions featuring
citrus and seafood have a lovely interplay of creamy
richness, tangy zest and briny goodness that’s
with Seafood
perfect for perking up a winter’s day. The right wine
pairing will provide a backdrop for that interplay, or
add yet another bold facet into the mix. An elegant
Pinot Grigio from Trentino has the acidity to slice
For recipe, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and through all that creaminess, harmonize with the citrus
search “Lemon Risotto with Seafood” and underscore the seafood. Insolia from Sicily
also brings the cleansing, bright acidity, along with
perfumed floral and bold tropical fruit notes that add
layers of vivacious character.
10 VINTAGESCOLOMBA BIANCA RESILIENCE CASTEL FIRMIAN PINOT GRIGIO 2018
INSOLIA 2018 DOC Trentino, Italy
DOC Sicilia, Sicily, Italy (Mezzacorona)
Honeysuckle, orange blossoms, peach, Pear, nectarine and a hint of citrus, with
tropical fruit and cantaloupe. tangy acidity and a white-almond finish.
Also great with: pasta con le sarde, veggie Also great with: white pizza, pasta
tempura carbonara
Aromatic & Flavourful 90 points (Kerin O’Keefe,
010952 (D) 750 mL $16.95 1 Wine Enthusiast)
New at Vintages Light & Crisp
010954 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 1
New at Vintages
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 41.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TOPasta
The consummate comfort food, pasta comes in all shapes,
sizes and sauces. Ragù, or meat sauce, is a staple, and
bolognese is a regional ragù that typically includes beef,
Bolognese
pork, tomato and wine. Chianti Classico, made from
Sangiovese, is a quintessential pairing for bolognese and
brings mouth-watering acidity and tangy red fruit to
complement the tomatoes and cut through the fatty
For recipe, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink richness of the meat, while the elegant mouthfeel matches
and search “Bolognese” the texture of the dish. An IGT Toscana made from
Sangiovese blended with Cabernet and Merlot will have
a bit more heft and tannin structure, which is great for a
bolognese with a little extra meat and cheese.
12 VINTAGESVILLA ANTINORI RISERVA CHIANTI PICCINI SASSO AL POGGIO 2015
CLASSICO 2015 IGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy
DOCG, Tuscany, Italy Ripe raspberry, black plum, chocolate and
(Marchesi Antinori) iodine, with a crisp finish.
Ripe and spicy, with cherry, plum, almond, Also great with: steak florentine, mush-
earth, leather and tobacco. room risotto
Also great with: osso buco, lentil-and- 92 points (James Suckling,
mushroom pot pie jamessuckling.com)
94 points (Bruce Sanderson, Full-bodied & Firm
winespectator.com)
134809 (XD) 750 mL $23.95 2
Medium-bodied & Fruity
540971 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 43.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO
VINTAGES 13Rabbit-and-
Spain’s most popular dish comes in a variety of local
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGES 44 TO 45.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO
styles, but the original – paella Valenciana – eschews
seafood in favour of rabbit, making it perfect for
Chorizo
red wines. The savoury red fruit and earthy notes
of a Tempranillo-based Gran Reserva from Rioja
mingle well with the rabbit, while the heft, structure
Paella
and smokiness of the wine complement the chorizo.
A slightly smoother, softer Douro red blend of
Tempranillo with native Portuguese grapes still has
the flavour intensity to match the dish, and its darker,
For recipe, visit lcbo.com/foodanddrink and sweet-spiced fruit would also go well with a variation
search “Rabbit & Chorizo Paella” using chicken or duck in place of rabbit.
14 VINTAGESPairing Pointers
When done right, wine-and-food pairing can create a transcendent culinary experience that’s greater than the sum
of its parts. And although the wines featured here have been hand-picked with particular foods in mind, it’s helpful
to have some general tips up your sleeve. So here are a few concepts to get you started:
• Shared History – Wines and foods that “grew up” together, meaning they share a region of origin, are often complementary.
• Acid Wash – Wines with crisp acidity can cut through fatty, oily or creamy foods and refresh the palate.
• Firm Handshake – Wines with firm tannins are softened by meats, cheeses and other protein-rich foods.
• Weight in the Balance – Matching the weight, texture and mouthfeel of wine and food is equally important as matching flavours
(if not more so). Pair a wine with the most prominent component – meat, sauce or other – of a dish: light-bodied with light-bodied,
medium with medium, full with full.
• Personal Preference – Ultimately, the best pairing is one you enjoy.
SONSIERRA GRAN RESERVA 2012
Rioja Alta, DOCa Rioja, Spain
Cherries in liqueur, blonde tobacco, cured
meat, spices and smoke.
Also great with: Jamón Ibérico, smoked
beef brisket
90 points (Luis Gutiérrez,
robertparker.com)
Full-bodied & Firm
010822 (XD) 750 mL $20.95 2
New at Vintages
PROVA CEGA 2017
DOC Douro, Portugal
(Quinta de Curvos)
Dark cherry, licorice and sweet spices, with
an elegantly structured finish.
Also great with: cozido à portuguesa,
dry-rub chicken wings
Full-bodied & Smooth
446054 (XD) 750 mL $12.95 2
VINTAGES 15TAKEOUT
TEAM-
MATES
Elevate a laid-back night in with
your favourite go-to to-go food
and a perfect wine pairing.
Oh the weather outside is frightful, so order in (so delightful!)
your favourite to-go food and serve it with a wine from Vintages.
Takeout is perfect for when the temperatures plummet,
and no matter your preference – burgers, pizza, sushi, Thai,
Chinese or tacos – we have a wine to match. Our suggestions
here are a helpful guide, but it’s also fun to experiment and
discover your own perfect pairings. And remember, you can
now have select Vintages wines delivered to your door by
Foodora (in Toronto and Ottawa) along with your dinner.
16 VINTAGESSHOP
ONLINE
All the products in this catalogue can
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VINTAGES 17BURGERS
TAKEOUT
OPTION #1
BURGERS
The origin of the (seemingly)
humble burger is a matter of
some controversy. It’s accepted
that the burger evolved in
Germany from Hamburg
steaks: minced meat made into
patties with garlic, onions, salt
and pepper. A gourmet dish
served in top-flight 19th-
century restaurants in New
York and Chicago, Hamburg
steaks soon became popular
ST. HUBERTS THE STAG SIDEWOOD STABLEMATE
everywhere. But who first put CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 SHIRAZ 2016
the patties between slices of North Coast, California Sustainably grown, Adelaide Hills,
(Wine World Estates) South Australia
bread – a cook in Texas or an
Lush blackberry, chocolate, earth, Intense, dark, rich fruit, with touches of
innovative street vendor who coffee, sage and violets. Supple yet spice, cedar and cocoa.
wanted to make his fare easier structured. Also great with: smoky ribs
for factory workers to hold? Also great with: beef burritos 93 points (Sam Kim,
92 points (Meridith May, wineorbit.co.nz)
Something to debate while you celebrate tastingpanelmag.com) Full-bodied & Smooth
Full-bodied & Firm 012846 (XD) 750 mL
the return of high-quality burgers with
013691 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 2
the St. Huberts The Stag Cabernet $24.95 1 New at Vintages
Sauvignon 2016 or the Sidewood Featured as our Wine of the Month
Stablemate Shiraz 2016. Both have New at Vintages
the structure and tannins for the meat,
as well as fruit, earth and herbal tones
to go with your favourite fixings (so
get the works).
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGES 34 TO 35. VINTAGES 19PIZZA 20 VINTAGES
TAKEOUT
OPTION #2
PIZZA
While flatbreads have been a
part of our collective culinary
history for at least 6,000 years,
pizza as we know it is associated
with 18th-century Naples,
where tomatoes, cheese, oil,
anchovies and garlic were
added to focaccia. (The term
“pizza” first appears, however,
in a document that dates to 997
from a village on the border of CASTELLANI CAMPOMAGGIO DE ANGELIS OFFIDA
Campania and Lazio.) As a CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 PECORINO 2018
DOCG, Tuscany, Italy DOCG, Marche, Italy
takeout option, it’s hard to beat
Attractive raspberry cheesecake, Floral and soft, with stone fruit, lemon
pizza for variety and simplicity. strawberry compote and redcurrant, zest and a chalky undertone.
with ripe, firm tannins. Also great with: calamari
It goes great with red wines that have Also great with: Moroccan Light & Crisp
spiced lamb 577734 (XD) 750 mL
bright red fruit, structure and lifted
93 points (James Suckling, $13.95 1
acidity. The Castellani Campomaggio jamessuckling.com) 4 Organic product
Chianti Classico 2015 has all this and Medium-bodied & Fruity
more. If you’re in the mood for white wine, 085027 (XD) 750 mL
go for a white pizza with mozzarella, $20.95 2
ricotta and pecorino cheeses and pour
a glass of the De Angelis Offida
Pecorino 2018. The stone fruit, lemon
zest, zippy acidity and subtle salinity it
brings make it an ideal match.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGES 41 TO 42. VINTAGES 21SUSHI
TAKEOUT
OPTION #3
SUSHI
One of the most popular “artsy” Though unquestionably associated
foods in the world, sushi has a with Japan, sushi is tailor-made
long history. It originated in for fusion dining: the combination
Southeast Asia, where fish was of culinary traditions to create DOMAINE JACKY MARTEAU
something new and interesting, SAUVIGNON TOURAINE 2018
preserved by fermenting it in AC, Loire, France
rice (the rice wasn’t eaten, such as the popular California roll.
The Domaine Jacky Marteau Attractive florals, with lemon and a
however). The style was hint of fruit sweetness. Textured and
Sauvignon Touraine 2018 has concentrated.
developed further in China and
the perfect texture, concentration, Also great with: chicken wings
then, in the seventh century, it
freshness and lemon tones for fish, Aromatic & Flavourful
moved to Japan, where it and will infuse your evening with a 745349 (XD) 750 mL
became as much an art form as little French je ne sais quoi. $15.95 2
a delicacy. What we now know
as sushi became popular in FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE AND TO
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 38.
Japan in the mid-1800s.
22 VINTAGESCHUAN
SZE-
TAKEOUT
OPTION #4
SZECHUAN
Named for the southwestern Chinese The key component of
province where it originated, Szechuan Szechuan cooking is hot
(Sichuan or Szechwan) cuisine is spice, which makes it a
notably flavourful and spicy, often great match for off-dry FRIEDRICH-WILHELM-
incorporating garlic, ginger and red whites such as the GYMNASIUM SCHIEFER
Friedrich-Wilhelm- FEINHERB RIESLING 2017
peppers as well as sesame oil, sesame Qualitätswein, Mosel, Germany
Gymnasium Schiefer
seeds and cashews. Szechuan is most Salty-sweet and mineral, with green
Feinherb Riesling 2017
often associated with beef dishes, but herbs, pear and lemon zest.
or bright, zesty sparklers
you’ll also find plenty of vegetable and Also great with: spicy vegetarian
such as the Prevedello Indian curry
fish mains. The region is hot, with a Asolo Superiore Extra 90 points
great deal of rain and humidity. This Dry Prosecco 2018 (wineandspiritsmagazine.com)
led to the development of a variety of (262881, see page 32). Aromatic & Flavourful
methods for preserving food, including 011631 (M) 750 mL
$20.95 2
salting, smoking, drying and pickling,
New at Vintages
all of which have an impact on the
cuisine’s style and flavours.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE AND TO
ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 41.THAI 24 VINTAGES
TAKEOUT
OPTION #5
THAI
Thai food has been popular in
North America since the
1980s, when a tourism boom
introduced it to the West. It’s
the result of many culinary
influences, including Szechuan,
Indian, Portuguese and Dutch,
with regional differences in
styles. Northern Thai food is
milder and features sticky rice
and pork flavoured with ginger,
turmeric and tamarind, while
the northeast favours spicy fish
and shrimp dishes. Central
Thailand is home to more
complex cuisine that emerged
to serve the royal palace (one
flourish here is the use of GÉRARD BRISSON LES CHARMES OAK BAY
LA LOUVE MORGON 2018 GEWÜRZTRAMINER 2015 6
jasmine rice in place of sticky AC, Beaujolais, France BC VQA Okanagan Valley,
rice). You’re likely primarily Highly polished, youthful, lush and velvety, British Columbia
familiar with cooking from with concentrated black cherry. (St. Hubertus)
southern Thailand, the region Also great with: Kung Pao chicken Classically intense Gewürz with plenty
of floral, lychee, key lime, grapefruit and
most popular with tourists. 95 points (Decanter World Wine spice notes.
Awards)
Also great with: chicken shawarma
Light-bodied & Fruity
Often made using coconut milk and 012028 (XD) 750 mL Aromatic & Flavourful
$20.95 2 011814 (D) 750 mL
cashews, Thai curries are categorized $17.95 1
by colour. Green is the hottest, followed New at Vintages
New at Vintages
by red, yellow and orange. Aromatic and
spicy, Thai curries pair well with off-dry
wines or wines that emphasize bright
red fruit. Try the Gerard Brisson Les
Charmes La Louve Morgon 2018 or
the Oak Bay Gewürztraminer 2015.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGES 32 TO 39. VINTAGES 25TACOS
TAKEOUT
OPTION #6
TACOS
Many Mexican dishes date
back to the time of the Aztecs,
including tortillas topped with
meat or beans. Jeffrey M.
Pilcher, a professor of food
history, suggests that tacos as
we know them were named in
the 18th century after tacos
de mineros (miner’s tacos):
explosive charges made by
silver miners from pieces of ALVIDES TINTO ROBLE MOMO ORGANIC
paper wrapped around gun- TEMPRANILLO 2016 SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018
DO Ribera del Duero, Spain Marlborough, South Island,
powder. It’s easy to see the New Zealand
Dark berries and crushed cloves. Silky
connection, as stuffed tortillas and characterful. Lifted apple, lime and melon.
with a fiery hot sauce could Also great with: Greek-style Restrained, complex and savoury.
bring to mind sticks of TNT. lamb dishes Also great with: lobster rolls
92 points (James Suckling, 91 points (Sam Kim,
jamessuckling.com) wineorbit.co.nz)
If you’re having beef, pork or chicken Full-bodied & Smooth Aromatic & Flavourful
tacos, you’ll want a wine with food- 010699 (XD) 750 mL 009167 (XD) 750 mL
friendly acidity and layers of characterful $16.95 2 $19.95 2
fruit and herbal spices, such as the New at Vintages 4 Organic product
Alvides Tinto Roble Tempranillo
2016. And if you’re having fish tacos,
you’ll want the bright acidity and savoury,
complex flavours of a white like the Momo
Organic Sauvignon Blanc 2018.
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES AND TO ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGES 36 TO 44. VINTAGES 27WHAT’S ON A snapshot of exciting
events, great wines to try,
new collections, special
offers and more.
TH E ES S ENT I A L S CO L L ECT I O N
First rate, mate
RAISE A GLASS TO AUSTRALIA and its wine heritage
(January 26 is Australia Day) with a rich, flavourful Aussie
signature from our Essentials Collection of customer
favourites. It may be the height of summer Down Under,
but all these wines make perfect partners for wintry
dinner fare – think roast beef, grilled steak or beef stew
for the Shiraz and Cabernet, and roast chicken or
salmon with the Chardonnay.
RINGBOLT TWO HANDS
CABERNET SAUVIGNON GNARLY DUDES SHIRAZ
Margaret River, Barossa Valley, South Australia
Western Australia 660043 (XD) 750 mL $24.95
606624 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 Full-bodied & Smooth
Full-bodied & Firm
*
ROBERT OATLEY
SIGNATURE SERIES Visit the Vintages
CHARDONNAY section of your local
Margaret River, LCBO store or lcbo.com
to buy online.
Western Australia
350900 (XD) 750 mL $19.95
Full-bodied & Rich
Fireside Reading: February Classics
THROW ON ANOTHER LOG, pull up the online catalogue on your tablet or laptop and
settle in to peruse our newest collection featuring fine wines that are sure to lift your
winter-weary spirits. Look for: • Gems from Yquem, Guigal’s 2015 “La La” wines, and much
more from France. • A quartet of show-stopping 2018s from Egon Müller. • Brunello and
Chianti with scores in the stratosphere. • Shiraz and more from all over Down Under.
• High-scoring red revelations from Argentina and Chile. • Iconic names from Washington,
Oregon and California. • A Vintage Port 57 years in the making. And remember, there
are still plenty of January Classics Collection wines available to order.
Ordering starts February 6. Visit lcbo.com/vintages-classics.
28 VINTAGESS P EC I A L R E L E AS E
East Meets West
Chateau Changyu Moser XV
opened in 2013 after two years
of intensive construction.
RIGHT: Lenz Moser.
In the mountainous desert highlands of Ningxia, fifth-
generation winemaker Lenz Moser has teamed up with
China’s oldest and largest winery to make world-class
Cabernet Sauvignon. He spoke with Vintages
about the project.
Is Ningxia well suited Are the wines built for
to Cabernet Sauvignon? cellaring?
It’s perfect. The hot days and The thick grape skins give
cold nights grow ripe, balanced plenty of tannin structure. At
fruit with the thickest skins the same time, there’s also
I’ve ever seen for Cabernet. plenty of ripe fruit. So I’m very
optimistic about the ageing
How do these Cabernets potential of the wines, but they
compare with the are very enjoyable now.
world’s best?
I’m travelling in Europe right What do the wines
now and will be meeting with taste like?
industry experts to taste the I find the style a bit like Napa CHATEAU CHANGYU CHATEAU CHANGYU
MOSER XV HELAN MOSER XV GRAND VIN 2016*
wines of Chateau Changyu and a bit like Bordeaux — MOUNTAIN CABERNET 629971 (XD) 750 mL $134.95
Moser XV side by side with top the ripe fruit of hot days, SAUVIGNON 2017
Bordeaux and Napa Valley the elegance of cold nights. 012462 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 CHATEAU CHANGYU
wines. I feel that our Cabernets But the wines have their Available in stores and MOSER XV FAMILY 2016*
can stand with these wines and own identity. They have good online Jan. 25. See page 45 629989 (XD) 750 mL $59.20
for tasting note.
I’m excited to see the results! depth and intensity, and CHATEAU CHANGYU
they’re distinctively spicy, *Available at lcbo.com/ MOSER XV BLANC DE
with lots of black pepper destination or at our East Asia NOIR 2018*
and exotic spices. Destination Collection stores. 629997 (XD) 750 mL $25.20
VINTAGES 29LOCAL
FIND An insider’s
guide to great
Ontario wines.
I love it
because...
1. A minimalist winemaking approach has
resulted in a pure expression of the vineyard.
Laura Ruffolo
2.
Ontario Wine Buyer The layers of berry and redcurrant fruit
also reveal pretty aromas of sandalwood
and cedar.
Winter 3. It’s a fabulous winter red that will
pair nicely with prime-rib roast or
Wander Land braised lamb shank.
With their Nomad wines, the team
at Hinterbrook asks wine lovers
to explore the idea that life is a
journey to be enjoyed. The hot
2016 vintage in Niagara was ideal
for ripening the Cabernet and
Merlot in this wine, making a wine
with equal parts hedonism and
finesse – just the thing to pair with
wintry foods.
NOMAD
WANDERLUST 2016
Niagara Lakeshore,
Niagara-on-the-Lake
(Hinterbrook)
451328 (XD) 750 mL
$19.95 2
Full-bodied & Firm
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note and to order online,
see page 32.UNCORK SOMETHING GREAT • SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2020
ICEWINE
product notes LAKEVIEW CELLARS
CABERNET SAUVIGNON ICEWINE 2017 6
VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario
DRINKABILITY INDEX TASTING NOTE: Medium-deep red colour, Sweet,
This index is intended as a guideline and reflects the collective medium bodied, spicy, honeyed, plum-cherry purée
view of our purchasing panel. nose with some very ripe strawberry jam notes. Has
11% alcohol and 198 g/L residual sugar. Score: 91
1 DRINK NOW: Enjoy tonight. There is no benefit to cellaring.
(Michael Vaughan, vintageassessments.com,
Feb. 2, 2019)
2
DRINK OR HOLD: Can be enjoyed now, but may be
matured further by cellaring, depending on individual
[The All Canadian Wine Championships did not
include a tasting note. Gold Medal in Red Icewine
preference. category.] Score: Gold (All Canadian Wine
Championships, 2019)
3
HOLD: Ideal for further cellaring. This wine may well be
enjoyed now by some, but we feel that it will develop
Lusciously Sweet
200 mL (S) $39.95 2
favourably under ideal cellaring conditions. 471813 ÍO2-5Î
PERCEIVED SUGAR CONTENT
Perceived dryness/sweetness by tasting evaluation. Vintages
scale ranges from Extra Dry to Sweet: XD, D, M, MS, S. Please
discuss specifics with our Product Consultants. WAYNE GRETZKY NO. 99
VIDAL ICEWINE 2017 6
WINE STYLES VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario
Every wine in this section includes a style, above the product TASTING NOTE: 100% Vidal. Very fine concentration
number (e.g. Full-bodied & Smooth, Aromatic & Flavourful). These of dried apple, cinnamon, burnt sugar and apricot.
simplified flavour profiles are designed to help customers quickly There’s a lovely, honey seam that remains throughout.
and easily choose products. For detailed descriptions of each Score: 91 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2019)
style, and more information, visit lcbo.com/winestyles. Lusciously Sweet
375 mL (S) $72.95 1
ORGANIC PRODUCTS
Wines designated as organic 4 contain 30 mg/L or less of free
578807 ÍYx’RÎ
sulphur for dry wines (99 g/L sugar).
ALCOHOL CONTENT
The alcohol/volume content for any product released by Vintages SPARKLING WINE
is available online. Visit lcbo.com/vintages and enter the product
number into the search field. LA MASCOTA EXTRA BRUT
ROSÉ SPARKLING
Products in this catalogue are available in stores and online Traditional method, Argentina
in limited quantities. (Mascota Vineyards)
TASTING NOTE: Attractive cooked apple, toast and
All reviews, scores and content in this catalogue are accurate brioche character. Medium body, nice balance of
and current as of our print deadline. Prices listed in this fruit and yeast and crisp acidity. Easy to enjoy right
catalogue are subject to change without notice. Up-to-date now. Limited production. 100% pinot noir made by
prices are listed online at lcbo.com/vintages. Vintages the champagne method. Score: 91 (James Suckling,
cannot assume responsibility for typographical errors in this jamessuckling.com, April 5, 2018)
catalogue. All prices include applicable container deposit Medium-bodied & Flavourful
and HST. 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2
011806 Í+pÈ6NÎ
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SPARKLING WINE CONT’D CANADA – RED WINE
PREVEDELLO ASOLO SUPERIORE ONTARIO
EXTRA DRY PROSECCO 2018
DOCG, Veneto, Italy NOMAD WANDERLUST 2016 6
This bright, pretty sparkler will have lots of character VQA Niagara Lakeshore, Niagara-on-the-Lake
and offer a wide appeal. Expect ripe, fresh notes (Hinterbrook)
of orange citrus and apple, with a touch of an herbal TASTING NOTE: This complex, well-structured wine
earthy bitterness on the close. Designated as extra- from Niagara’s outstanding 2016 vintage is a blend of
dry, it does have an off-dry feel. A great wine for Cabernet and Merlot matured 24 months in barrel. It’s
casual dining and entertaining. reminiscent of Left Bank Bordeaux, Bolgheri or even
Barbaresco. Beautiful layers of dried berries and
Light & Fruity currants, cedar and sandalwood evoke a wintry forest
750 mL (M) $16.95 2 scene and call out for hearty prime-rib roast or
262881 Í:UNCORK SOMETHING GREAT • SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2020
USA – WHITE WINE USA – RED WINE
CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA
IRONY CHARDONNAY 2017 BELLE GLOS DAIRYMAN VINEYARD
Monterey County PINOT NOIR 2017
(C. Indelicato & J. Indelicato) Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
TASTING NOTE: A zesty, full-bodied buttery California The vineyard where this wine was grown was once a
Chardonnay with ripe stone fruit, ripe pear, spice cake dairy farm and pasture. Aged in French oak, the wine
and toasty oak flavours on the palate and a lingering itself is a decadent interpretation of Pinot Noir, with
lemon zesty finish. Well-balanced. Enjoy now with luscious aromas and flavours of chocolate-dipped
grilled mahi Mahi and apricot chutney. Drink date: marshmallow, Turkish delight and cherry syrup. The
2019-2023. Score: 89 (Natalie MacLean, natalie lavish, satin texture of the palate culminates in a
maclean.com, July 19, 2019) smooth, liquid-chocolate finish.
Full-bodied & Rich Full-bodied & Smooth
750 mL (D) $24.95 2 750 mL (D) $59.95 2
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KENWOOD CHARDONNAY 2018 IRONSTONE
Sonoma County CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018
Kenwood Vineyards was established in 1970 in Lodi
the former Pagani Brothers Winery, a historic cellar Fred and Marie Kautz farmed sugar beets by lantern
dating back to 1906. Thoroughly refurbished and “because there wasn’t enough daylight” and slept
modernized, the facility now boasts over 125 stainless- in mud huts before moving to Lodi in 1926 and
steel fermenting tanks and large oak uprights plus beginning what would become an iconic wine story.
17,000 small French and American oak barrels, Nearly a century later, this elegant Cabernet is a
all devoted to Kenwood Vineyards’ small-lot style perennial favourite beloved for its rich cassis, vanilla
of winemaking. Expect a ripe, silky Chardonnay and chocolate notes – not to mention being one
brimming with peach, melon and vanilla notes. of the best values out there in California Cabernet.
It’s an illuminating match for steak tacos.
Full-bodied & Rich
750 mL (XD) $18.95 2 Medium-bodied & Fruity
750 mL (XD) $17.95 2
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OREGON
A TO Z WINEWORKS CHARDONNAY 2017 PASO CREEK ZINFANDEL 2017
Oregon Paso Robles
TASTING NOTE: A to Z Wineworks was started in TASTING NOTE: Paso Robles is known for big, plush
2002 by four friends: Oregon wine industry veterans red wines, and this one doesn’t disappoint. Oodles
Deb Hatcher (Eyrie), Bill Hatcher (Domaine Drouhin of jammy red and black cherry fruit meet with charred
Oregon), Sam Tannahill (Archery Summit) and Cheryl wood and peppery spice notes, with the latter really
Francis (Chehalem). This popular unoaked Chardonnay amping up on the finish. Solid tannins support all the
serves up tangy apple, pear and melon, with plenty heft and power nicely, and a juicy undercurrent of
of mouthwatering acidity. A good (alpha)bet with acidity keeps things bright and balanced. Perfect for
seafood linguine. (Vintages panel, May 2019) pizza or burgers. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2019)
Light & Crisp Full-bodied & Smooth
750 mL (XD) $22.95 1 750 mL (D) $19.95 1
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USA – RED WINE CONT’D MERCER HORSE HEAVEN HILLS
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016
CALIFORNIA Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley
TASTING NOTE: Broad-shouldered, with a core of
RODNEY STRONG ALEXANDER VALLEY refined blackberry, orange peel and sage flavors that
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 take on structure toward big but polished tannins.
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County Best from 2020 through 2026. Smart Buys. Score: 91
TASTING NOTE: ... This has a pretty, soft, slightly (Tim Fish, winespectator.com, June 15, 2019)
jammy nose of plums and berries with well integrated Full-bodied & Firm
oak resin and spice. It is full bodied, quite soft, warm 750 mL (D) $24.95 2
and well knit in that California way, with some dusty
tannin. The length is very good to excellent. Alcohol 387753 ÍFmULÎ
is in check. Tasted Sept 2019. Score: 90 (David
Lawrason, winealign.com, Nov. 1, 2019)
Full-bodied & Firm ARGENTINA – RED WINE
750 mL (XD) $32.95 2
EL ENEMIGO MALBEC 2015
350454 ÍC$V!Î Mendoza
(Adrianna Catena, Alejandro Vigil, Puerto
ST. HUBERTS THE STAG Ancona)
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 TASTING NOTE: Fermented with full clusters, the
North Coast 2015 El Enemigo Malbec feels a bit closed and has a
(Wine World Estates) reductive personality, so decanting in advance could
TASTING NOTE: A blend of grapes (82% Cabernet be a good idea. It’s taken from four hectares in the
Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 6% Petite Sirah, and 3% Adrianna Vineyard in Gualtallary and was co-fermented
Tannat) is sourced throughout California’s fine wine with a bit of Cabernet Franc. This is a serious, subtle
regions, primarily Red Hills and High Valley in Lake and mineral Malbec, with some austerity and a nicely
County. Matured in American oak and stainless steel, textured palate. This is a serious red, only eclipsed by
this full-bodied red engages with aromas of earthy the Gran Enemigo bottlings. It’s not really about the
chocolate and cedar. Its depth of character shows variety, even though it has the best Malbec grapes, as
through a lush mouthfeel. Structured yet supple they do not have any other pure Malbec; it’s mineral
tannins glide alongside flavors of coffee, sage, and and precise, vertical and very fresh for 2015. Drink
violets. Score: 92 (Meridith May, tastingpanelmag. date: 2018-2023. Score: 93+ (Luis Gutiérrez,
com, Jan. 29, 2019) robertparker.com, June 29, 2018)
Full-bodied & Firm Full-bodied & Firm
750 mL (XD) $24.95 1 750 mL (XD) $23.95 2
013691 Í-eÈ1&Î 400150 ÍH!R{Î
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BONARDA 2017
WASHINGTON Mendoza
(Laura Catena)
LONE BIRCH SYRAH 2016 TASTING NOTE: From a 50-year-old vineyard in the
Estate grown, Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley Guaymallén zone, this bonarda has a delicious tannic
TASTING NOTE: Lone Birch makes its wines from fruit texture that offers support, helping the wine grip the
grown on its 830-acre estate vineyard. Gorgeous palate, which is quite the feat for a variety known for
aromas of juicy cherry, plum, baking spices and mint its smooth tannins. The rest is a burst of fruit juice
introduce a robust, flavourful wine with exceptional with intense ripeness as well as intense acidity, which
balance and poise and a velvety texture. It’ll show best is also out of the ordinary. A refreshing bonarda, for
through 2024 with salt-and-pepper pork ribs, or roast pork. Score: 91 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorcha
smoked duck. (Vintages panel, May 2019) dos.cl, 2019)
Full-bodied & Smooth Medium-bodied & Fruity
750 mL (XD) $20.95 2 750 mL (XD) $15.95 1
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34 VINTAGES SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2020UNCORK SOMETHING GREAT • SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2020
NORTON D.O.C. MALBEC 2016 AUSTRALIA – RED WINE
Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza
TASTING NOTE: This malbec is from a selection of
ANGOVE FAMILY CREST
vineyards in Luján de Cuyo planted 10-30 years
SHIRAZ 2017
ago. It’s a classic that’s been around since the
Vegan friendly, McLaren Vale,
mid-1980s when, according to winemaker David
South Australia
Bonomi, the wine was just as fresh as this new
TASTING NOTE: It’s difficult not to look this gift horse
version, which offers radiant, crisp red fruit that
in the mouth. It is generously endowed with regional
expands across the palate. This crisp malbec is the
black cherry, plum, dark chocolate and licorice. It’s
new face of Norton. Score: 93 (Patricio Tapia,
only medium-bodied, but has very good mouthfeel.
guiadescorchados.cl, 2019)
Drink by: 2029. Special Value. Score: 94 (James
Medium-bodied & Fruity Halliday, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 1, 2019)
750 mL (XD) $15.95 2 Medium-bodied & Fruity
618348 Í]sP`Î 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2
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CHILE – RED WINE QUARISA MRS. Q
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2015
LUIS FELIPE EDWARDS Coonawarra, South Australia
SELECCIÓN DE FAMILIA GRAN TASTING NOTE: Raven black, this wine is reticent on
RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2018 the nose at first, showing little more than toast and
Colchagua Valley black plum skin. With time in the glass, a eucalyptus
TASTING NOTE: Viña Luis Felipe Edwards is one aroma evolves. The palate is bold, full bodied and
of Chile’s largest and most celebrated family-owned firm in feel, with pleasantly coarse, wood-derived
wineries. This is a solidly structured Carmenère tannins corralling the fleshy midpalate. Fresh acidity
loaded with ripe, juicy black fruit and black pepper pulls the ripe cassis and mocha flavors into a medium
spice, along with smoky notes from 10 to 12 months finish. Those who love powerful wines will enjoy this
in French and American oak barrels. It’ll show best feast of a turbo-charged Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink
through 2023 with BBQ-glazed ribs. (Vintages now-2024. Score: 93 (Wine Enthusiast Importer
panel, July 2019) Connection, Jan. 14, 2019)
Full-bodied & Firm Full-bodied & Smooth
750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2
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SIDEWOOD STABLEMATE
AUSTRALIA – WHITE WINE SHIRAZ 2016
Sustainably grown, Adelaide Hills,
South Australia
STELLA BELLA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018 TASTING NOTE: Dark and brooding, this is brimming
Margaret River, Western Australia with rich fruit intensity on the nose with nuances of
TASTING NOTE: As ever, jumps out of the blocks with warm spice, game, cedar and cocoa. The palate
its assemblage of tropical fruits on the bouquet, the delivers excellent weight and concentration, backed
palate following in the footsteps of the bouquet. The by velvety mouthfeel and supple tannins, leading to
fusion of flavours does allow guava, gooseberry, a persistent silky finish. The wine offers outstanding
grapefruit and a leavening of pea, to allow each of the depth and power, while remaining balanced and
tropical flavours to claim its birthright on the long structured. At its best: now to 2026. Score: 93 (Sam
palate. Drink by: 2022. Special Value. Score: 94 Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, Dec. 2019)
(James Halliday, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 1, 2019)
Full-bodied & Smooth
Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $16.95 2
750 mL (D) $21.95 1
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AUSTRALIA – RED WINE CONT’D NEW ZEALAND – RED WINE
YALUMBA THE STRAPPER GSM 2016 VIDAL RESERVE PINOT NOIR 2017
Vegan friendly, Barossa Valley, South Australia Certified sustainable,
TASTING NOTE: ... The nose is soft but quite rich Marlborough, South Island
with classic grenache strawberry/plum jam, white TASTING NOTE: It is immediately appealing on the
pepper and nicely integrated shrubby and cedary nose showing spiced cherry, strawberry, olive and
notes. It is medium-full bodied, equally soft on the almond characters, leading to a beautifully rounded
palate with low acidity, warm but not excessive palate that is attractively fruited and elegantly
alcohol and easy tannin. The focus and length are weighted. The wine is finely textured and flowing to a
very good to excellent. Although easy to enjoy it is lingering smooth finish. At its best: now to 2021.
carefully made. Chill a little. Tasted July 2019. Score: 91 (Sam Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, March 2019)
Score: 90 (David Lawrason, winealign.com,
Medium-bodied & Fruity
July 30, 2019)
750 mL (XD) $24.95 2
Medium-bodied & Fruity
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NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE SOUTH AFRICA – WHITE WINE
AUNTSFIELD SINGLE VINEYARD
M.A.N. PADSTAL
SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019
CHARDONNAY 2018
Certified sustainable, Southern Valleys,
WO Coastal Region
Marlborough, South Island
TASTING NOTE: The 2018 ‘Padstal’ Chardonnay
TASTING NOTE: This wine is certified-sustainably
begins with aromas of ripe melon tones with
grown in the ancient greywacke rock and loess clay
buttered popcorn. The palate shows a nice minerality
soils of a single vineyard. It’s bursting with aromatic
with lighter brioche and pear flavors. Delightful and
gooseberry, guava and green apple. There’s a lovely
crisp, enjoy this excellent value wine in its youth.
juicy-mineral interplay on the palate, which finishes
Drink date: 2019-2023. Score: 89 (international
steely and bright. A gorgeous Sauvignon Blanc that’ll
winereport.com, Jan. 2019)
pair well with pan-fried seafood in lemon-and-herb
butter sauce. (Vintages panel, Dec. 2019) Full-bodied & Rich
Aromatic & Flavourful
750 mL (XD) $14.95 2
750 mL (XD) $21.95 2 012423 Í,JÈ3^Î
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MOMO ORGANIC SOUTH AFRICA – RED WINE
SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018
Marlborough, South Island GLENELLY THE GLASS
TASTING NOTE: It is beautifully lifted and inviting on COLLECTION CABERNET
the nose showing fresh apple, lime peel, rockmelon SAUVIGNON 2017
and subtle oatmeal characters. The palate delivers WO Stellenbosch
juicy fruit intensity together with fine texture and firm Absolutely amazing value here in this nicely defined
acidity, finishing long and refined. A restrained Cab with its ripe dark fruit, zesty acidity and finely
rendition offering complexity and savoury nuances. structured finish. Best through 2022 with your
At its best: now to 2021. Score: 91 (Sam Kim, favourite cured meats or burgers.
wineorbit.co.nz, March 2019)
[Tim Atkin, MW, did not include a tasting note.]
Aromatic & Flavourful Score: 89 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, South
750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 Africa Special Report 2019)
009167 Í{c5Î Full-bodied & Smooth
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KLIPPENKOP PINOTAGE 2018 FRANCE – WHITE WINE
WO Robertson
TASTING NOTE: Fans of fruit-forward Pinotage and
ALSACE
of smoky, oak-influenced “coffee” Pinotage alike
should appreciate this wine, which bridges the gap HUGEL GENTIL 2017
between the two styles. Matured on wood for three AC Alsace
months, it brings a touch of creamy vanilla-mocha to TASTING NOTE: Luminous pale straw-green.
a core of rich, concentrated, almost jammy berry Delicious aromas and flavors of apple, nectarine,
and plum. This solid value is a great choice for bacon- chamomile and gentle spices. Fruity, juicy and
and-cheese pizza. (Vintages panel, June 2019) refined; harmonious acidity lifts the stone fruit and
Medium-bodied & Fruity mineral nuances. A very complex blend of 40%
750 mL (XD) $13.95 1 Sylvaner, plus mostly Pinot Blanc Auxerrois, Riesling,
and Pinot Gris, and a little Gewürztraminer, Muscat
012428 Í,JÈ8rÎ Ottonel and Muscat d’Alsace. Drinking window:
2019-2022. Score: 90 (Ian D’Agata, vinous.com,
Jan. 2019)
Aromatic & Flavourful
750 mL (XD) $17.95 2
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RUPERT & ROTHSCHILD BORDEAUX
CLASSIQUE 2016
WO Western Cape FAMILLE SICHEL LES HAUTS DE
TASTING NOTE: Merlot dominant with 35% Cabernet BEL AIR SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018
Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, it’s elegant, AC Bordeaux
polished and refreshing with herbal notes and a core TASTING NOTE: Fresh and crisp with lemon, grape-
of raspberry and cassis fruit. Drink date: 2019-2024. fruit, white flowers, a light herbaceous note, and a
Score: 90 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, South Africa mineral lift on the finish. This delicious, pretty wine is
Special Report 2018) a fine value. Pair with mussels or herb-roasted pork
tenderloin. (Vintages panel, April 2019)
Medium-bodied & Fruity
750 mL (XD) $24.95 2 Aromatic & Flavourful
750 mL (XD) $14.95 1
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CHÂTEAU VITALLIS VIEILLES VIGNES
STADT KREMS GRÜNER VELTLINER 2018 POUILLY-FUISSÉ 2017
Certified sustainable, DAC Kremstal AC
TASTING NOTE: A hint of yeast on the nose lends (Denis Dutron, prop.-récolt.)
a certain earthiness to the ripe pear aromas. The TASTING NOTE: Rich and ripe pineapple with notes
palate comes in with bright freshness on a slightly of popcorn and coconut unfolding into a creamy oak
textured, dry palate. Very refreshing. Score: 89 structure. Fresh and mouthwatering. Score: 90
(Anne Krebiehl, MW, Wine Enthusiast, July 1, 2019) (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2019)
Aromatic & Flavourful Full-bodied & Rich
750 mL (XD) $18.95 1 750 mL (XD) $31.95 2
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FRANCE – WHITE WINE CONT’D CHATELAIN LES CHARMES
POUILLY-FUMÉ 2017
BURGUNDY AC
TASTING NOTE: Domaine Chatelain has been
DOMAINE SÉGUINOT-BORDET family-owned since the 17th century, and Vincent
CHABLIS 2018 Chatelain, the most recent owner, represents the
AC 11th generation to run the estate. This is a mineral-
TASTING NOTE: This too offers excellent freshness etched Pouilly-Fumé bringing suggestions of
and an abundance of Chablis typicity on the cool crushed rocks, smoky gunflint – underlined by the
and restrained nose of green fruit, white peach and French oak in which 10% of the wine was aged for
lemon peel. There is a bit more volume but no less five months – chamomile and grapefruit, along with
energy to the equally well-detailed medium weight a hint of freshly cut grass. A serious Sauvignon Blanc
flavors that also exhibit a lovely minerality on the that’ll show best through 2022 and pair wonderfully
balanced, clean and delicious finale. This is really with seafood. (Vintages panel, March 2019)
quite good and worth checking out. Drink: 2023+. Aromatic & Flavourful
Outstanding. Top value. Score: 89-91 (Allen 750 mL (XD) $27.95 2
Meadows, burghound.com, Oct. 10, 2019)
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CHÂTEAU BEAUSEJOUR CUVÉE GÉRARD BRISSON LES CHARMES
PRESTIGE FRONSAC 2016 LA LOUVE MORGON 2018
AP AC
TASTING NOTE: This is thick and very rich with TASTING NOTE: 100% Gamay. A highly polished,
layers of fruit and velvety tannins. Full-bodied, juicy youthful Morgon with refined, concentrated black
and rich yet tannic and powerful. Lots of berries cherry notes, a succulent texture; lush velvety, ripe
and undertones of dark chocolate and hot stones. tannins and a very long finish. Superb potential.
Pure merlot. Drink from 2022. Score: 93 (James Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2019)
Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 3, 2019)
Light-bodied & Fruity
Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $20.95 2
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CHÂTEAU LES TOURELLES 2015
AC Bordeaux BURGUNDY
(Jean Darriet, prop.-vitic.)
The eight-hectare Château Les Tourelles has been LOUIS LATOUR LES PIERRES
overseen by the Darriet family since 1938. This 2015 DORÉES PINOT NOIR 2017
is mostly Merlot with some Cabernet Franc, and it AC Coteaux Bourguignons
offers complex, layered red plum, strawberry, dark Ready to drink now, this wine will continue to delight
cherry, tobacco, mocha and earth tones. Juicy, for another 3+ years.
structured and balanced, with a refined mineral under-
TASTING NOTE: A juicy and rich pinot with figs,
tone. A great value and a perfect choice for lamb.
dried strawberries and wet earth. Medium body, light
[The Concours de Bordeaux did not include a tasting tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now. Score: 90
note.] Score: Gold (Concours de Bordeaux, 2016) (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Feb. 12, 2019)
Medium-bodied & Fruity Medium-bodied & Fruity
750 mL (XD) $15.95 2 750 mL (XD) $26.95 2
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LANGUEDOC
CHÂTEAU CAMPLONG GRANDE
CHÂTEAU L’ESCADRE
RÉSERVE CORBIÈRES 2018
GRANDE RÉSERVE 2016
AP
AC Côtes de Bordeaux – Blaye
The soils of Corbières are a complex mix of lime-
TASTING NOTE: Ripe, dense and perfumed, this
stone, marl and sandstone, and the region is subject
wine offers rich blackberry fruits and generous
to both the cold, dry winds that sweep down from
tannins. It is a structured wine, firm but with swathes
the north and the warm, humid winds that flow in from
of fruit. The estate has been owned by the Carreau
the Mediterranean. Look for this to be a rich, fruity,
family since 1832. Drink from 2021. Editors’ Choice.
herbal-accented wine perfect for braised beef or
Score: 91 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Feb. 1, 2019)
grilled rosemary lamb chops.
Full-bodied & Firm
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FRANCE – RED WINE CONT’D LES CAILLOUX
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2016
LOIRE AC
TASTING NOTE: I’ve tasted many vintages of the
DOMAINE LES PINS CUVÉE LES Brunels’ wines, and 2016 looks as if it will be their
ROCHETTES BOURGUEIL 2017 best ever. The 2016 Chateauneuf du Pape stood
AP out in my blind tasting, offering incredible complexity
(Pitault-Landry) and lightness despite being full-bodied. Roses,
TASTING NOTE: This is an expressive, characterful garrigue and dried spices accent raspberries and
Cabernet Franc, with smoke, black cherry, green cherries in a wine that’s concentrated and intense
pepper and an underlying earthiness that adds real yet agile, with nuances galore. It’s 70% Grenache,
depth and weight. A no-brainer for lamb, but try 15% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah and 5% Cinsault and
it with roast chicken or duck. (Vintages panel, will have aged 18 months (mainly in concrete) prior
March 2019) to bottling. Let’s hope this looks just as good then.
Drink date: 2018-2035. Score: 95-97 (Joe
Medium-bodied & Fruity Czerwinski, robertparker.com, Aug. 31, 2018)
750 mL (XD) $17.95 2
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AC Côtes du Rhône
TASTING NOTE: The only 2017 red that had been
ROC DES TEMPLIERS PLAN DE DIEU
bottled at the time of my visit, the 2017 Cotes du
CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2017
Rhone Laurent B is 80% young-vine Cairanne and
AC
the rest Plan de Dieu, a blend of 60% Grenache,
TASTING NOTE: This crowd-pleaser has plum, cherry,
20% Syrah and 10% each Cinsault and Mourvèdre
vanilla, cassis and spice tones in abundance. A really
that sees no wood. It’s medium-bodied, fresh and
tasty red that could serve as a reception wine with
fruity, with cherry and blueberry fruit that’s juicy,
light apps but will also pair nicely with lamb, rabbit or
delicious and silky on the finish. “We’re looking for
beef main courses. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2019)
drinkability,” says Brusset. Drink date: 2018-2022.
Score: 90 (Joe Czerwinski, robertparker.com, Full-bodied & Smooth
Oct. 31, 2018) 750 mL (XD) $14.95 2
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AC CARIGNAN 2016
TASTING NOTE: Deep ruby. Pungent red and IGP Côtes Catalanes
blue fruit and floral scents are complemented by TASTING NOTE: Old-vine Carignan takes center
suggestions of succulent herbs and white pepper. stage in the 2016 Cayrol. Lovely cherry fruit and a
Lively, penetrating and appealingly sweet, showing mélange of savory herbs and spices sweep across
good depth as well as detail to the black raspberry, the palate. It’s full-bodied, with a rich texture and
cherry and floral pastille flavors. Finishes long and firm tannins, so pair it with red meats or hard
smoky, with supple tannins coming in late. Drinking cheeses. Drink date: 2018-2024. Score: 91 (Joe
window: 2020-2025. Score: 90 (Josh Raynolds, Czerwinski, robertparker.com, April 27, 2018)
vinous.com, Sept. 2019)
Full-bodied & Firm
Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2
750 mL (XD) $22.95 2
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SOUTHWEST ITALY – WHITE WINE
PLAIMONT COLOMBELLE MARCHE
MERLOT/TANNAT 2018
PGI Côtes de Gascogne DE ANGELIS OFFIDA PECORINO 2018
Produced primarily from Merlot. You will find a wine DOCG
that emphasizes freshness, with a focus on red fruit TASTING NOTE: This Pecorino is floral and soft,
with peppery spice in support. A structured, taut with wonderful stone fruit and lemon zest. There’s a
wine that will be accessible young. Chill and enjoy subtle salinity to its underlying chalky mineral note.
with beef or lamb. The acidity makes Pecorino a versatile food wine
Full-bodied & Smooth capable of pairing with a wide variety of dishes. Try
750 mL (D) $12.95 2 this one with fish, veal or cheese. (Vintages panel,
June 2019)
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GERMANY – WHITE WINE
MOSEL SICILY
FRIEDRICH-WILHELM- COLOMBA BIANCA
GYMNASIUM SCHIEFER RESILIENCE INSOLIA 2018
FEINHERB RIESLING 2017 DOC Sicilia
Qualitätswein TASTING NOTE: Made from 100% hand-picked
TASTING NOTE: Salty-sweet and mineral, this is a Insolia and rested five months on the lees in stainless
mellow, even-keeled riesling, with green herbs and steel after fermentation, this brings beautiful evoca-
lemon zest acidity juicing up the pear fruit. It ends tions of honeysuckle, orange blossoms, peach, tropical
on savory spice, gentle and inviting. Score: 90 fruit and cantaloupe. There’s bright acidity on the
(wineandspiritsmagazine.com, Feb. 2019) palate, which has gorgeous texture and balance, too.
A natural for seafood. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2019)
Aromatic & Flavourful
750 mL (M) $20.95 2 Aromatic & Flavourful
750 mL (D) $16.95 1
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TRENTINO
GERMANY – RED WINE CASTEL FIRMIAN
PINOT GRIGIO 2018
BADEN DOC Trentino
(Mezzacorona)
BLACK FOREST T/312 PINOT NOIR 2015 TASTING NOTE: Enticing aromas of white stone
Qualitätswein fruit and yellow spring flower waft out of the glass.
(Badischer Winzerkeller) It’s round and generous, doling out Bartlett pear,
TASTING NOTE: Complex florals with raspberry fruit nectarine and a hint of citrus. Tangy acidity lifts the
and hints of oak, a lovely concentration and depth juicy fruit flavors before a white-almond close.
with an extensive finish. Score: 94 (Decanter Asia Editors’ Choice. Score: 90 (Kerin O’Keefe, Wine
Wine Awards, 2018) Enthusiast, Aug. 1, 2019)
Medium-bodied & Fruity Light & Crisp
750 mL (D) $19.95 2 750 mL (XD) $16.95 1
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