southern rhône

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southern rhône

Romancing the
SOUTHERN
RHÔNE
THE PINOT GALLERY
New World wonders
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Mighty reds from iconic producers.
ERRAZURIZ ACONCAGUA ALTO
CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012
Aconcagua Valley, Chile
203364 (XD) 750 mL
$19.95
2
TASTING NOTE: (with 15% Cabernet
franc): purple-black in colour with a
nose of blackcurrants, cedar and pencil
shavings; ripe fruit with an earthy note,
well-structured and richly extracted with
grainy tannins on the finish. Hold
2-3 years. Good value. Score: 90 (Tony
Aspler, tonyaspler.com, A Wine Lover’s
Diary, Jan. 26, 2015)
Full-bodied & Firm
FAMILLE PERRIN LES CHRISTINS
VACQUEYRAS 2012
AC, Rhône, France
973453 (D) 750 mL
$23.95
2
TASTING NOTE: The beautiful 2012
Vacqueyras (75% Grenache and 25%
Syrah), which comes from 16 hectares
located on a plateau behind the village,
is a rounded, sexy effort that has
beautiful bouquet garni, pepper, licorice
and dried-soil aromas to go with ample
sweet black raspberry fruit. Forward,
full-bodied, and textured, it’s a pleasurebent effort to drink over the coming
5-8 years. Score: 91 (Jeb Dunnuck,
erobertparker.com, Oct. 2014)
Full-bodied & Smooth
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WINES OF THE
SOUTHERN RHÔNE
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LOCAL FIND
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NEW WORLD
PINOT NOIR
PRODUCT INFO & TASTING NOTES
pages 19-34
TEAR-OUT SHOPPING LIST
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ROMANCING THE
( SOUTHERN)
RHÔNE
Exuberant, inviting, and classically French,
the Southern Rhône has near-universal appeal.
The same can be said for its elegant wines.
Wending its way south from Montélimar to the Mediterranean, the Rhône River
travels through some of the most beautiful wine country in France. Here, the
cozy towns and warm, windswept vineyards of the Southern Rhône bask in the
sunshine that gives the wines their full flavours and soft textures. These wines
have a style that’s classically French and an appeal that’s almost universal.
Fashioned with the Grenache grape, they are elegantly robust mouthfuls of
sun-ripe fruit that are amazingly versatile with food.
2 VINTAGES
Vineyards in the Ventoux region, seen through an
arch, in the medieval town of Vaison-la-Romaine.
VINTAGES 3
Grenache vineyards in Gigondas.
WARMING
TREND
A consistent climate = solid vintages
Almost uniquely in France, the Mediterranean
climate of the Southern Rhône is consistently warm year after year. This means the
fruit reaches full ripeness each growing
season, and wines will deliver the same big,
rich fruit and plush mouthfeel from one
vintage to the next. In short, there are no weak
vintages. While some years, such as 2007
and 2010, are especially outstanding, the
years in between are also reliably solid.
4 VINTAGES
DOMAINE LES APHILLANTHES
PLAN DE DIEU CUVÉE DES GALETS
CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2011
LA FERME DU MONT PREMIÈRE
CÔTE CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2012
DOMAINE LES GRANDS BOIS
CUVÉE PHILIPPINE
Unfiltered, AP
AC
Unfiltered, AC
TASTING NOTE: Fresh and enticing,
with mouthwatering, finely beaded acidity
along the edges of the blackberry-,
raspberry- and fig-flavored core. Floral,
spice and apple wood notes keep this
humming through the finish. Drink now
through 2016. Score: 91 (James
Molesworth, winespectator.com,
Oct. 31, 2013)
414367 (D)
750 mL
New at VINTAGES
$23.95
2
TASTING NOTE: Starting the reds and
a borderline outstanding Cotes du Rhone,
the 2012 Premiere Cote checks in as a
blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and
10% Mourvedre that was aged all in
concrete. Made with an emphasis on
freshness and coming from easternfacing slopes around the village of
Courthezon (which is on the eastern edge
of Chateauneuf du Pape), it possesses
notable aromas of pepper, wild herbs,
licorice and pretty red and blackberry
styled fruit. Medium-bodied, supple and
beautifully concentrated, it’s a serious
wine worth seeking out. Drink now-2018.
Score: 87-90 (Jeb Dunnuck, erobertparker.com, Oct. 2013)
Medium-bodied & Fruity
251645 (D)
750 mL
$14.95
Silver Medal winner at the 2014
Concours Général Agricole in Paris.
TASTING NOTE: Deep ruby-purple in
the glass, this wine opens with aromas of
mocha, vanilla, mulberry, blueberry and
plum. It shows its youthfulness in a touch
of tannic grip, yet the mouthfeel is satiny
and the palate is packed with berry fruit and
sweet spices. This will make a great
choice for char-grilled burgers or ribs.
(V INTAGES panel, April 2015)
286344 (D)
750 mL
$18.95
2
2
VINTAGES 5
Grenache grapes. BELOW: The town of Lirac, which
supplied wine to the papal court in the 14th century.
SMOOTH
MOVES
Full flavours and velvety texture unite
Some big red wines made from the likes of
Cabernet, Merlot or Malbec are all about dark
fruit wrapped in meaty tannins. Grenache,
the Southern Rhône’s thin-skinned, heatloving grape de choix, rides the line between
exuberant red and dark berry and cherry fruit
with savoury spices (with Syrah, Mourvèdre
and other varieties adding darker fruit and
peppery shading), and its tannins are ripe and
soft, making robust, generously flavourful
wines with smooth, velvety textures.
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FAMILLE PERRIN LES CHRISTINS
VACQUEYRAS 2012
DOMAINE DUSEIGNEUR ANTARÈS
LIRAC 2011
CHÂTEAU DE NAGES JT
COSTIÈRES DE NÎMES 2012
AC
AP
AC
(Michel Gassier)
TASTING NOTE: The beautiful 2012
Vacqueyras (75% Grenache and 25%
Syrah), which comes from 16 hectares
located on a plateau behind the village, is
a rounded, sexy effort that has beautiful
bouquet garni, pepper, licorice and driedsoil aromas to go with ample sweet black
raspberry fruit. Forward, full-bodied, and
textured, it’s a pleasure-bent effort
to drink over the coming 5-8 years.
Score: 91 (Jeb Dunnuck,
TASTING NOTE: The oustanding 2011
Lirac Antares is a blend of 60% Grenache
and 40% Mourvedre all aged in cement
vat after being fermented with indigenous
yeasts. From low crop yields of 30 hectoliters per hectare and bottled unfiltered,
this is an outstanding wine at a stunningly
attractive price. Deep ruby/plum/purple,
with notes of Asian soy sauce interwoven
with kirsch liqueur, underbrush, lavender
and Christmas fruitcake, the wine is deep,
full-bodied, opulent, and a total hedonistic
and intellectual turn-on. Drink it over the
next 2-3 years. Score: 90 (Robert Parker
Jr., erobertparker.com, Feb. 2014)
973453 (D)
750 mL
$23.95
2
TASTING NOTE: Possibly even better, the
2012 Costieres De Nimes JT (same blend
and elevage as the 2011) offers brilliant
purity of fruit, with classic notions of wild
herbs, pepper, liquid minerality and
ample blackberry-styled fruit. Tight and
compact on the palate, with medium to
full-bodied richness and excellent focus, it
should flesh out nicely once bottled and
have upward of a decade of total longevity
(although there’s no reason to hold off
that long). Score: 91-93 (Jeb Dunnuck,
erobertparker.com, Dec. 2013)
213082 (D)
750 mL
4 Biodynamic product
$18.95
2
736876 (D)
750 mL
$24.95
2
VINTAGES 7
FOOD
FLEXIBLE
With so many matches,
this isn’t your typical red
Conventional wisdom says big red wines pair
with big red meats – but Grenache is not a
conventional grape. With flavours dipping into
the red-fruit spectrum, Southern Rhône
reds are more versatile than most. Sure,
they’ve got the heft to pair with rich meats
and cheeses, but they’re also well suited to
lighter meats like chicken, pork and even
salmon. Their gentler tannins mean they
also work with veggie dishes and are among
the best big red wines for sipping.
8 VINTAGES
DOMAINE DU VIEUX LAZARET
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2011
AC
(Jérôme Quiot)
The red wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape are
prized for being some of the most robustly
flavoured and textured wines in the world
without sacrificing their structural elegance.
This approachably priced Pape serves
up rich blackberry and cherry fruit, subtle
floral notes and plenty of textural depth.
It’ll make a glorious partner for a fullflavoured Epoisses or Pont-l’Évêque,
braised meats, or pepper steaks.
983650 (D)
750 mL
$39.95
FAMILLE PERRIN TAVEL 2014
ALTIVITIS VENTOUX 2011
AC
AC
TASTING NOTE: Lovely, complex aromas
of raspberry, citrus, plum and wild herbs
set the scene for this serious, solidly built
rosé. It’s got gorgeous depth of fruit and
texture, a through-line of refreshing acidity
and a savoury edge to the mid-palate
and finish. Savour it with grilled salmon,
summer salads or pasta with olives and
fresh herbs. (V INTAGES panel, April 2015)
TASTING NOTE: Massive, plush and
generous, this wine is overflowing with
aromas and flavours of woodsmoke,
plum sauce and berry coulis. A whisper
of tannic structure supports the finish.
Enjoy this tasty titan with smoky ribs or
barbecued chicken. (V INTAGES panel,
April 2015)
Medium-bodied & Dry
680801 (XD)
750 mL
$19.95
1
414359 (D)
750 mL
$17.95
2
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2
VINTAGES 9
Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the ruins of its
14th-century castle, built as a summer residence for
popes. Mont Ventoux looms in the background.
COSTBENEFIT
ANALYSIS
Southern Rhône has something for everyone
Great news for wine lovers: while the Southern Rhône
produces some of the most premium wines in the
world, it also produces excellent wines in virtually every
price range. Curious taste-explorers can get quality
Côtes-du-Rhône at a very friendly price. Then, as one
becomes more attuned to the region and its terroir,
Lirac, Ventoux and Rasteau are great starting points
before moving to the iconic Vacqueyras and
Gigondas appellations and the undisputed titan of the
region, Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
10 VINTAGES
ORTAS PRESTIGE RASTEAU 2010
AC
(Cave de Rasteau)
PIERRE AMADIEU ROMANEMACHOTTE GIGONDAS 2012
DOMAINE DE LA VIEILLE JULIENNE
LES TROIS SOURCES
AC
AC
TASTING NOTE: Savoury and tasty with
dark red spicy fruit in this AC-appellation
southern French red wine. Full-bodied,
juicy and smooth. Good value. A terrific,
long, dry finish that leaves you longing
for more. The 2010 vintage of the Cave
De Rasteau Ortas Prestige Rasteau is a
red wine blend of Grenache, Syrah and
Mourvèdre grapes. Pair with rack of lamb.
Drink: 2014-2019. Score: 91 (Natalie
MacLean, nataliemaclean.com, Feb. 2015)
985929 (D)
750 mL
$19.95
2
TASTING NOTE: Opaque ruby. Highly
perfumed aromas of dark berries, fruitcake, potpourri and incense. Palatestaining blackberry and cherry compote
flavors show very good depth, with floral
pastille and anise nuances adding
complexity. Finishes on a sexy, deeply
sweet dark berry liqueur note, with
smooth tannins and excellent persistence.
Score: 91-93 (Josh Raynolds, vinousmedia.com, Jan. 2014)
017400 (D)
750 mL
$27.95
2
TASTING NOTE: While I normally find the
Les Hauts Lieux more compelling, in this
vintage I prefer the 2012 Châteauneuf du
Pape Les Trois Sources. Gorgeously
perfumed and voluptuous, with fabulous
blackberry, licorice, citron, salty minerality
and hints of violet, this beauty flows onto
the palate with full-bodied richness, building tannin and terrific length. The texture
here is brilliant, and while it will benefit
from 2-4 years in the cellar, this puppy is
hard to resist now. Score: 94 (Jeb
Dunnuck, erobertparker.com, Oct. 2014)
414433 (XD)
750 mL
$79.95
2
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VINTAGES 11
Pinot Noir, the grape responsible for the ethereal red wines of
Endowed with precisely
the right growing
conditions, regions from
Marlborough to Mendoza
showcase top-notch
PINOT NOIR and prove
they’ve mastered
this challenging grape.
12 VINTAGES
Burgundy, expresses a sense of place like no other. This famously fastidious
and delicate cool-climate grape is vulnerable to a wide range of winemaking
worst-case scenarios including spring frosts, early ripening, mildew, rot and
viruses such as fanleaf and leafroll – each of which can spell disaster and
test the resolve of even the most seasoned winemaker. Yet such is the allure
and precision of the wines Pinot can fashion that winemakers the world
over strive to create definitive, elegant expressions. The grape may have
originated in Burgundy but, with the help of advantageous conditions working
in concert across the globe, it has become a true world traveller. There are a
multitude of factors behind crafting successful New World Pinot Noir; we
have highlighted a handful of major contributors.
California
MIGRATION PINOT NOIR 2013
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
(Duckhorn Vineyards)
Sonoma County is home to more soil
types than all of France. The Russian
River alone has both alluvial and clay
soils, allowing for great diversity of
expression in its Pinot.
412437 (XD) 750 mL
$44.95 2
New at VINTAGES
Oregon
ARGYLE ARTISAN SERIES
RESERVE PINOT NOIR 2012
Willamette Valley
The hillside vineyards of the
Willamette Valley are planted in
poor volcanic, loess and sedimentary soils, resulting in wines of
impressive complexity and balance
with good vibrancy and flavour.
92 points (Harvey Steiman,
winespectator.com)
070623 (XD) 750 mL
$49.95 2
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES,
SEE PAGES 23 TO 24.
VINTAGES 13
Oregon
Ontario
Burgundy
LATITUDE
Sonoma
50˚
50˚
30˚
30˚
0˚
0˚
30˚
30˚
50˚
50˚
Casablanca Valley
Marlborough
Adelaide Hills
Mendoza
GIVE THE GRAPE SOME LATITUDE
Winemaking is possible within two narrow latitudinal bands between
30° and 50° north and south of the equator. In keeping with its
persnickety temperament, Pinot performs best only at the cooler,
more challenging limits of this range: Burgundy is situated at 47°N,
Marlborough at 43°S and Ontario approximately 43°N. Cooler
conditions foster more elegant and complex expressions, while
warmer zones – if they do not cause the grape to ripen too early or
wither on the vine – yield wines that are more overtly fruity.
A Pinot Noir vineyard high
in Mendoza’s Uco Valley.
Pinot Noir thrives in regions that can offer growing conditions
that range between 14° and 16°C. As a rule, temperatures drop by
roughly 0.6 Celsius for every 100-metre increase in height. This
means that fundamentally warm places, such as Argentina’s
Mendoza region, can produce exquisite Pinot Noir from vineyards
planted at elevation. Along with cooler temperatures, altitude often
correlates to poorer soils, which stress the vines and result in wines
of greater flavour concentration.
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ALTITUDE
AN APTITUDE FOR ALTITUDE
Ontario
CREEKSIDE QUEENSTON
ROAD PINOT NOIR 2013
VQA St. David’s Bench,
Niagara Peninsula
St. David’s Bench has an elevation
of 105-145 metres above sea
level, a factor that contributed to
the crafting of this elegant, vibrant,
fresh and structured Pinot.
415877 (XD) 750 mL
$18.95 2
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Ontario
Ontario
California
California
ROSEHALL RUN HUNGRY
POINT PINOT NOIR 2013
VQA Prince Edward County
The clay and sandy loam of
PEC sits on limestone bedrock.
Excellent drainage forces roots
to work harder and dig deeper for
nutrients and results in smaller
yields of more concentrated fruit.
RAVEN’S ROOST PINOT NOIR
2013
VQA Niagara Peninsula
(Coyote’s Run Estate Winery)
Latitude, glacial soils and the
moderating influence of Lake
Ontario all play a role in making
Niagara ideal for Pinot and in
creating intense, mineral- and
spice-filled wines like this.
FREI BROTHERS RESERVE
PINOT NOIR 2012
Russian River Valley,
Sonoma County
The Russian River Valley can
experience as much as a 20°C
drop in temperature thanks to
evening fogs that roll in from the
Pacific Ocean, preserving Pinot’s
elegance, freshness and fruit.
JEKEL PINOT NOIR 2012
Monterey
Sourced from vines grown on an
ancient alluvial plain and cooled by
the moderating Pacific Ocean,
this offers lovely lavender, cherry,
spice and mineral notes with great
depth and focus.
415828 (XD) 750 mL
$22.95 2
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091025 (D) 750 mL
$27.95 2
422519 (XD) 750 mL
$24.95 2
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027268 (XD) 750 mL
$19.95 2
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 20 TO 23.
VINTAGES 15
Oregon
Argentina
Australia
Chile
DUCK POND PINOT NOIR
2012
Oregon
(Fries Family Cellars)
Oregon shares virtually the same
latitude as Burgundy, and its Pinot
offers similar complexity, refinement and balance. The Duck Pond
is earthy and spicy with plenty of
characteristic cherry fruit.
LUCA G LOT PINOT NOIR 2012
Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza
(Laura Catena, Prop.)
This aromatic, velvety-textured
and fruity Pinot was sourced
from vines planted at an average
of 4,710 feet. Poor soils stress
the vines and encourage wines
of even greater concentration
and complexity.
O’LEARY WALKER PINOT NOIR
2012
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
The cool, long and dry growing
season of the Adelaide Hills is
further enhanced by sloped vineyards and ancient soils. This
combination results in wines of
great complexity, depth, balance
and character.
MONTES LIMITED SELECTION
PINOT NOIR 2012
Casablanca Valley
Casablanca was Chile’s first coolclimate coastal region, and its
marine-influenced cool and foggy
mornings promote the fresh
acidity and bright fruit that form
the backbone of this delicious Pinot.
427872 (XD) 750 mL
$29.95 2
175570 (D) 750 mL
$29.95 2
95 points (James Halliday,
winecompanion.com.au)
FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTES, SEE PAGES 24 TO 27.
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408419 (XD) 750 mL
$24.95 2
New at VINTAGES
90 points (James Suckling,
jamessuckling.com)
037937 (XD) 750 mL
$14.95 2
OCEAN
Empty barrels in an oceanside
vineyard on the Sonoma Coast.
PERFECT FORECAST:
FOG AND COOL BREEZES
Cool ocean currents such as Chile’s Humboldt and the northern
Pacific’s California Current bring relief from heat that might otherwise
render many areas unsuitable for Pinot Noir. The cooling ocean
breezes and fogs generated by these currents preserve the freshness
and acidity so critical in the creation of balanced wines and prevent the
grapes from ripening too quickly and developing jammy, overripe
notes, even in areas that experience an abundance of sunshine.
AUNTSFIELD SINGLE
VINEYARD PINOT NOIR 2012
Southern Valleys, Marlborough,
South Island
The Southern Valleys region has
the oldest soils of Marlborough’s
three sub-regions, a factor that
promotes this wine’s flinty minerality
and focused red fruit and cherry
flavours.
90+ points (Stephen Tanzer,
vinousmedia.com)
361246 (XD) 750 mL
$29.95 2
Limestone and clay soil in a
Marlborough vineyard.
THE DIRT ON PINOT’S SENSE OF PLACE
One of the more beloved aspects of Pinot Noir is its ability to precisely
express a sense of place. The greatest demonstrations of this are
found in Burgundy, where calcareous clay, limestone and marl soils
help create Pinot that famously expresses incredibly minute variances
in terroir. Across the New World, varied soil and climate combinations
allow for nearly boundless new and exciting expressions. Wherever it’s
grown, the best expressions come from the poorest soils, which stress
the vines and result in lower yields and greater concentration of
flavour and give the wines impressive acidity, structure and minerality.
SOIL
New Zealand
LOCAL
FIND
An insider’s
guide to great
Ontario wines.
I love it
because...
1.
2.
Astrid Brummer,
Ontario Wine Buyer
No Stone
Unturned
With his namesake winery in Vineland,
another in Nuits-Saint-Georges, and
vineyards in Chassagne-Montrachet,
Puligny-Montrachet and GevreyChambertin, it’s clear that Moray
Tawse knows great terroir when he
sees it. The first time he walked
the stony red-clay Lincoln Lakeshore
soil that gives his new Redstone
Winery its name, he felt inspired.
This beautiful wine combines
Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon –
and when you taste it, I bet you’ll
feel inspired, too.
REDSTONE
CABERNET 2012
(Tawse)
415885 (XD) 750 mL
$19.95 2
For complete tasting note,
see page 21.
It’s from an exciting new winery
The ripe strawberry and toasty flavours
are perfect for spring barbecues
3.
It’s proof that Ontario makes
outstanding red wines
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FORTIFIEDS
product notes
DRINKABILITY INDEX
This index is intended as a guideline and reflects the collective
view of our purchasing panel.
1
2
3
DRINK NOW: Enjoy and drink. There is no benefit
to cellaring.
DRINK OR HOLD: Can be enjoyed now, but may be
matured further by cellaring, depending on individual
preference.
HOLD: Ideal for further cellaring. This wine may well
be enjoyed now by some but we feel that it will develop
favourably under ideal cellaring conditions.
PORT
DOW’S LATE BOTTLED VINTAGE PORT
2009
DOP
(Symington Family Estates)
TASTING NOTE: This is a quite fine, fruit driven,
plummy, licorice and vanilla scented port. Not a
lot of complexity, but there is generous fruit.
Elegance and smoothness reign, with a chalky
dusty finish. Very good length with a touch of
flinty minerality. Needs some age to buff the
corners. Best 2017 to well into the next decade.
Score: 90 (David Lawrason, winealign.com,
Oct. 30, 2014)
Sweet
613927
(MS)
750 mL $18.95
2
PERCEIVED SUGAR CONTENT
Perceived dryness/sweetness by tasting evaluation. The Vintages
scale ranges from Extra Dry to Sweet: XD, D, M, MS, S. Please
discuss specifics with our Product Consultants.
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These simplified flavour profiles are designed to help customers
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ORGANIC PRODUCTS
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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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DESSERT WINE
PUKLUS PINCÉSZET TOKAJI ASZÚ 3
PUTTONYOS 2010
Hungary
The Tokaji region is famous for the creation of the
sweet wine Tokaji Aszú. The higher the ‘Puttonyos’
number (which ranges from 3 to 6), the sweeter
the wine. Look for attractive aromas of dried pear,
fig, honeycomb and orange peel in this wine. It’s
moderately sweet with a balancing vein of acidity
and will make an excellent partner for foie gras,
blue-veined cheeses or crème brûlée.
Medium Sweet
980805 (S)
500 mL $20.95
2
SPARKLING WINE
DESIDERIUS PONGRÁCZ
SPARKLING PINOT NOIR/
CHARDONNAY
Méthode Cap Classique, WO Western Cape,
South Africa
TASTING NOTE: This is an easy and clean
sparkling wine, with attractive aromas of red apple,
orange and dried hay. Bright, brisk carbonation
results in a lively and refreshing palate. A citrusrind flavor lingers on the softly toasty finish. Drink
now. Score: 88 (Lauren Buzzeo, Wine Enthusiast,
Dec. 31, 2014)
Medium-bodied & Flavourful
404111 (D)
750 mL $19.95
2
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SPARKLING WINE CONT’D
REDSTONE LIMESTONE VINEYARD
SOUTH RIESLING 2012
VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula
(Moray Tawse)
LOUIS BOUILLOT PERLE D’IVOIRE
BRUT BLANC DE BLANCS
CRÉMANT DE BOURGOGNE
Méthode Traditionnelle,
AC, Burgundy, France
Louis Bouillot was among the first producers in
Burgundy to experiment with crafting sparkling
wines and has been specializing in Crémant de
Bourgogne since 1877. Their sparkling wines
offer a unique insight into Burgundy’s prized
terroir. This 100% Chardonnay will be intense
and fresh with excellent fruit in a fragrant and
smooth package. It will be a great addition to any
casual gathering.
048801 (M)
750 mL $19.95
1
TASTING NOTE: A spectacular Riesling ... This is
the first Redstone Riesling release from the south
block of the Limestone Vineyard, a 14-year-old
sustainably farmed block on Twenty Mile Bench.
The 2012 vintage was warm and it shows in the
pure fruit intensity and laser focus of this wine:
white peach, lime zest and a deep core of
minerality. I am thrilled with this first effort from
Redstone, and anxiously look forward to future
vintages. Cheers! Score: 92 (Natalie MacLean,
nataliemaclean.com, Aug. 16, 2014)
Off-dry & Fruity
381251 (M)
750 mL $18.95
2
CANADA – WHITE WINE
BRITISH COLUMBIA
ONTARIO
THERAPY FREUDIAN SIP 2012
BC VQA Okanagan Valley
HIDDEN BENCH ESTATE RIESLING 2013
VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula
TASTING NOTE: While the blend for this
white wine is a proprietor’s secret that Therapy
won’t let slip, the team pants – ahem, plants such
white grapes as Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Sauvignon
Blanc and Muscat in the Okanagan Valley. Made in
a fun-loving bistro style that’s just off-dry, the wine
reveals plenty of apple, peach and tropical fruit with
a crisp, lively finish. (VINTAGES panel, Aug. 2014)
TASTING NOTE: This is a very fine, firm, subtle and
dry, crunchy riesling. When last tasted January
2015 the lifted nose was showing intriguing citrus
like honeyed grapefruit or orange nuances amid
green apple and stony notes. It has 13.7 residual
sugar but you would never guess that from the
mouthwatering acidity and mineral finish. It is solid
and well structured with excellent length, and the
great energy I have come to expect from organically
grown Bench riesling. Score: 91 (David Lawrason,
winealign.com, Jan. 2015)
Aromatic & Flavourful
183491 (D)
750 mL $23.95
2
LAILEY UNOAKED CHARDONNAY 2013
TASTING NOTE: Achieving a crisp, elegant style
with their unoaked Chardonnay, Lailey has
delivered the goods in 2013 with this beauty that
offers up sunny melon, orchard apple and
savoury notes, balanced acidity and a mineral
undertone. This will make a lovely food wine.
Enjoy it lightly chilled with seafood, lake fish or
fresh garden greens. (VINTAGES panel, Oct. 2014)
Light & Crisp
299776 (D)
750 mL $14.95
1
Off-dry & Fruity
411496 (M)
750 mL $19.95
CANADA – RED WINE
ONTARIO
CREEKSIDE QUEENSTON ROAD
PINOT NOIR 2013
VQA St. David’s Bench,
Niagara Peninsula
Michael Godel of winealign.com awarded this
wine a rating of 91 points in March 2015.
TASTING NOTE: Classic earthy notes with layered
red fruit and cherry. Vibrant and fresh with excellent
delineation and replays. Long, with good structure
and tannic grip. An elegantly styled wine that will
be a fine choice for venison risotto or grilled pork.
(VINTAGES panel, Sept. 2014)
415877 (XD)
750 mL $18.95
Featured in Brave New World
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RAVEN’S ROOST
PINOT NOIR 2013
(Coyote’s Run Estate Winery)
CANADA – ROSÉ WINE
TASTING NOTE: Intense and layered aromas of
cranberry, cherries, cedar, dried fruit, mocha,
mineral and spice. The palate is just as impressive,
with good acidity and a long, drying finish. (VINTAGES
panel, Sept. 2014)
PENINSULA RIDGE BEAL VINEYARD
CABERNET ROSÉ 2014
VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula
415828 (XD)
750 mL $22.95
ONTARIO
2
TASTING NOTE: A delightful wine at a delightful
price, this beauty opens with enticing aromas
of strawberry-rhubarb jelly, red pepper, garden
flowers and clover honey. It’s juicy, bright and
savoury on the tongue with a citrus peel note
and a cleansing acidity. Enjoy it with grilled
peppers, eggplant and zucchini on focaccia.
(VINTAGES panel, April 2015)
Easy-going & Fruity
177840 (D)
REDSTONE CABERNET 2012
(Tawse)
1
USA – WHITE WINE
TASTING NOTE: Redstone Winery, situated in
Niagara’s Lincoln Lakeshore, is the latest venture
from visionary Moray Tawse. The 38-acre estate
is farmed organically and biodynamically and
specializes in red grape varieties. From a warm
vintage, the 2012 is the inaugural bottling of this
wine and sports ripe strawberry, cedar, vanilla
and toast aromas that echo beautifully on the
palate. Gentle tannins lend a touch of grip to the
approachable vibrancy of the finish. (VINTAGES
panel, Sept. 2014)
415885 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
750 mL $11.95
2
CALIFORNIA
ARTESA CHARDONNAY 2013
Carneros
TASTING NOTE: Intense aromas of tropical fruit,
buttery vanilla, apple, oak and spice. The oak
is wonderfully integrated on the palate, meshing
beautifully with the vanilla and fruit replays to
create a round, crisp and lip-smackingly fresh
Chardonnay from the cool Carneros region.
(VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2014)
Full-bodied & Rich
657585 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
2
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ROSEHALL RUN HUNGRY POINT
PINOT NOIR 2013
VQA Prince Edward County
BENZIGER CHARDONNAY 2012
Sonoma County
TASTING NOTE: Fantastic aromas of ripe fruit,
coffee, earth, bramble, herbs, vanilla and
mineral. Bold and food-friendly with great
vibrancy, tons of fruit, coffee and earthy notes.
Silky and approachable now, but has the stuffing
that promises exciting ageing potential. The
finish is long, round and layered. (VINTAGES panel,
Feb. 2015)
TASTING NOTE: Benziger is serious about
sustainability. With the help of Stellar Certification
Services, they have implemented a third-party
certification and work with their growers to
reward sustainable vineyard practices. This juicy,
bright Chardonnay shows notions of peach, pear
and lemon meringue pie with an intriguing flintsmoke quality and is a good choice for roasted or
barbecued chicken. (VINTAGES panel, Aug. 2014)
422519 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
Full-bodied & Rich
034777 (XD)
2
750 mL $19.95
2
USA – WHITE WINE CONT’D
WASHINGTON
CALIFORNIA
COLUMBIA CREST GRAND ESTATES
CHARDONNAY 2012
Columbia Valley
CHALK HILL CHARDONNAY 2012
Chalk Hill, Russian River Valley,
Sonoma County
TASTING NOTE: Hazy, green-tinged straw. Meyer
lemon, quince and honeydew aromas are enlivened
by a zesty white pepper nuance. Dry and nervy
on the palate, offering tangy citrus fruit and ginger
flavors and a touch of quinine. Closes taut and
dry, with lingering citrus and bitter herb qualities.
I find it interesting that this wine is less opulent
than Chalk Hill’s sauvignon blanc in this vintage.
Score: 89 (Stephen Tanzer, vinousmedia.com,
May 2014)
Full-bodied & Rich
706580 (XD)
750 mL $54.95 2
TASTING NOTE: Silky and seductive, with pear
and spicy grapefruit flavors on a taut, polished
frame, lingering with intensity and brightness on
the glowing finish. Impressive for the price. Drink
now. Best Value. Score: 90 (Harvey Steiman,
winespectator.com, Nov. 15, 2014)
366542 (D)
750 mL $17.95
2
USA – RED WINE
LA CREMA CHARDONNAY 2013
Sonoma Coast
CALIFORNIA
Cooling ocean breezes and reliable morning fogs
have earned Sonoma Coast a reputation for
being one of the world’s premier appellations for
Chardonnay. Distinguished by their freshness and
ripe fruit, Sonoma Coast Chards are very easy to
like. This classic version will offer toast, citrus and
apple notes framed by a bright and zesty acidity.
Try it with grilled pork or chicken. Robert Parker
awarded the 2013 vintage 92 points (Dec. 2014).
WILD THING OLD VINE ZINFANDEL 2012
Mendocino County
(Carol Shelton Wines)
Full-bodied & Rich
962886 (XD)
750 mL $29.95
2
TASTING NOTE: Not overly full-bodied, not overly
ripe, not overly wild, but just right for dinner time.
It’s well balanced, velvet textured and multilayered.
Brambly, bright raspberry and blackberry flavors
fill the mouth, supported by smooth tannins and
good acidity that keep it lively and appetizing
through the long finish. Score: 92 (Jim Gordon,
Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2014)
282517 (D)
750 mL $26.95
1
FREI BROTHERS RESERVE
PINOT NOIR 2012
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
OREGON
CLOUDLINE PINOT GRIS 2013
Willamette Valley
This is the Oregon outpost of Burgundy icons the
Drouhin family. Consulting winemaker Véronique
Drouhin-Boss produces an aromatic and floral
Pinot Gris on the drier end of the PG spectrum.
The wine is tank fermented, preserving its
delicate aromatics and vibrancy. Expect a lively
wine with aromas and flavours of peach and
citrus that will match well with shellfish.
The famously cool and foggy Russian River
Valley enjoys a long, slow ripening period, thanks
to the moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean,
which in some places is less than 16 km from
the vineyards. The Pinots produced here are
loved for their richness and forward dark berry
fruit. The Frei Brothers Reserve is characterized
by a noted complexity and elegance and for
offering an even greater depth and structure
than many of its peers.
159988 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
091025 (D)
750 mL $27.95
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INGLENOOK 1882
Rutherford, Napa Valley
TASTING NOTE: Named for the year of the first
vintage produced by original Inglenook founder
Gustave Niebaum, this legendary winery was
restored to its former glory by Francis Ford Coppola.
The 2012 Cab Sauv offers unbeatable value and
a great window into the phenomenon that is
Rutherford Cabernet, with delicious dark fruit,
impressive heft and impeccable balance. There’s
structure reminiscent of cru-quality Bordeaux
here, and the wine should age favourably till 2020.
(VINTAGES panel, Oct. 2014)
Full-bodied & Firm
412502 (D)
750 mL $77.95
2
TASTING NOTE: Speaking of Janzen’s terrific
value, the 2012 Pazzo rocks. A blend of Cabernet
Sauvignon, Syrah, and Sangiovese, it’s a very sexy,
fleshy, succulent style of wine that consumers
undoubtedly adore. Lots of red and black fruits,
meaty, peppery spices and a hint of Provençal
herbs all catch the taster’s attention in this lusty,
heady, ripe, rare outstanding effort. Drink it over
the next 2-3 years. Score: 90 (Robert Parker Jr.,
677708 (XD)
750 mL $44.95
2
RAVENSWOOD BESIEGED 2013
Sonoma County
Monterey
TASTING NOTE: Sourced from vineyards that enjoy
the moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean
and are planted on an ancient alluvial plain (an
area composed of sediment deposited by rivers,
streams and floods), this has a pretty nose of
lavender, cherry, spice and toffee. The palate
shows good varietal character with great
mouthfeel and depth of flavour. The finish is
focused and minerally. (VINTAGES panel, Oct. 2014)
027268 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
PAZZO CALL ME CRAZY
PROPRIETARY RED 2012
Napa Valley
(Bacio Divino)
2
TASTING NOTE: Comprising Petite Sirah,
Carignane, Zinfandel, Syrah, Barbera, Alicante
Bouschet and Mourvèdre, the Besieged is sourced
from vineyards in Alexander Valley, Dry Creek
Valley, Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley,
Knights Valley and Sonoma Mountain. The result
is an easy-drinking, big, juicy, smooth, fruit-driven
wine with ripe red berry fruit and vanilla. Dry and
long with plenty of structuring tannin, this is
perfect for storming barbecue fare, particularly
ribs, and also pairs with the latest episode of
Game of Thrones. (VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2014)
414136 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
2
Russian River Valley,
Sonoma County
(Duckhorn Vineyards)
RUTHERFORD RANCH
Napa Valley
The Migration was first produced in 2001, and
vintage after vintage has demonstrated a marked
ability to balance elegance and vibrancy to create
a compelling style without sacrificing refinement.
The high-toned red fruit and spice notes it so
effortlessly demonstrates are achieved through
a combination of the cooling influence of the
Russian River Valley fog and the sandy loam soils
of Duckhorn’s vineyards.
Rutherford was named the Napa Valley Winery
of the Year at the 2013 New York International
Wine Competition. Their Cabernet Sauvignon is a
perennially floral and elevated example of valuepriced Napa Valley Cabernet. This crowd-pleaser
will hit all the marks that have made Napa Cab one
of the world’s most exciting and popular choices.
A customer favourite known for its great depth and
complexity of dark fruit, cherry, spices and herbs.
412437 (XD)
750 mL $44.95
073817 (D)
750 mL $24.95
2
2
USA – RED WINE CONT’D
WASHINGTON
CALIFORNIA
SEVEN FALLS
Wahluke Slope
ZYNTHESIS OLD VINE
ZINFANDEL 2011
Lodi
TASTING NOTE: The 2011 vintage was cooler
than normal in Lodi, a fact that resulted in an
extended growing season that allowed for greater
flavour concentration without sacrificing freshness.
The Zynthesis Old Vine Zinfandel is smooth and
balanced, with the vintage’s typical fruit-forward
nature. Ripe and juicy with a soft, round, fruity
finish that offers a touch of chocolate on the close.
412510 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
TASTING NOTE: Supple, expressive and
generous, with spicy blackberry, currant and
licorice flavors, pouring into the harmonious and
polished finish. Drink now through 2019. Special
Designation: Smart Buys. Score: 90 (Harvey
Steiman, winespectator.com, June 15, 2014)
360222 (D)
750 mL $19.95
2
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OREGON
ARGENTINA – RED WINE
ARGYLE ARTISAN SERIES RESERVE
PINOT NOIR 2012
Willamette Valley
CRIOS MALBEC 2013
Mendoza
(Susana Balbo, Dominio del Plata)
TASTING NOTE: A crisp and tangy red, with
inviting red berry, red plum and quince flavors
on a lively frame, finishing against fine tannins
with intensity, persistence and harmony. Best
from 2016 through 2022. Score: 92 (Harvey
Steiman, winespectator.com, Feb. 28, 2015)
TASTING NOTE: Tasty and full-bodied Argentine
red wine with black fruit and toasty smoke
aromas. Supple and smooth. Winemaker Susana
Balbo is one of the most respected names in the
Argentine wine industry. This particular Malbec
has a great finish. Pair with lamb chops. Great
price. Drink: [Now till] 2018. Score: 90 (Natalie
MacLean, nataliemaclean.com, Dec. 2014)
070623 (XD)
750 mL $49.95
2
162529 (XD)
750 mL $14.95
DUCK POND PINOT NOIR 2012
Oregon
(Fries Family Cellars)
DIAMANDES DE UCO
MALBEC 2011
Uco Valley, Mendoza
TASTING NOTE: Pure cherry fruit aromas and
flavours with touches of earth and spice define
this nicely made Willamette Pinot from a highly
touted vintage. Enjoy it with chicken breasts
glazed with cherry and balsamic. (VINTAGES panel,
March 2014)
TASTING NOTE: Dark, showing rich plum
reduction, cassis and fig notes, woven with layers
of mesquite, maduro tobacco and tar. Fullbodied, with a powerful, chewy finish. Best from
2014 through 2019. Score: 92 (Nathan Wesley,
427872 (XD)
750 mL $29.95
404145 (XD)
750 mL $27.95
2
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CHILE – RED WINE
Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza
(Laura Catena, Prop.)
Vintage after vintage, this aromatic, velvety-textured
and fruity Pinot sourced from vines planted at an
average of 4,710 feet rewards Laura Catena’s faith
in the region. Complex, layered and long, it is a
great reflection of the poor soils of the area that
stress the vines and encourage wines of even
greater concentration and complexity.
175570 (D)
750 mL $29.95
2
ERRAZURIZ ACONCAGUA ALTO
Aconcagua Valley
TASTING NOTE: (with 15% Cabernet franc):
purple-black in colour with a nose of blackcurrants, cedar and pencil shavings; ripe fruit
with an earthy note, well-structured and richly
extracted with grainy tannins on the finish.
Hold 2-3 years. Good value. Score: 90 (Tony
Aspler, tonyaspler.com, A Wine Lover’s Diary,
Jan. 26, 2015)
Full-bodied & Firm
203364 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
2
Featured as our Wine of the Month
TRIVENTO GOLDEN RESERVE
Uco Valley, Mendoza
LAURA HARTWIG RESERVA
Colchagua Valley
TASTING NOTE: Founded in 1996, Trivento is
named for the three winds that sweep across
Mendoza: the Polar, Zonda and Sudestada. Their
influence plays a great role in the creation of this
juicy Cabernet. Ripe, rich and full, with dark fruit,
cherry, plum and oak and some impressive grip on
the close. Very good. (VINTAGES panel, Feb. 2014)
TASTING NOTE: A complex and layered nose that
evolves and expands with air to reveal ripe cherry,
pepper spice and vanilla notes. Structured and
serious in the mouth with a fine texture and good
balance. This offers great value and will reward
some 3+ years in the cellar, but will be a good
match tonight for grilled lamb or gourmet burgers.
(VINTAGES panel, Aug. 2014)
Full-bodied & Firm
400143 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
2
727495 (D)
750 mL $17.95
2
YAUQUEN BONARDA 2013
Mendoza
(Bodega Ruca Malen)
MONTES LIMITED SELECTION
PINOT NOIR 2012
Casablanca Valley
TASTING NOTE: Juicy yet powerful, with a deep
well of dark plum, kirsch and dark chocolate
flavors that carry some meaty overtones. Creamy
midpalate, with a long, luscious finish of black
olive, licorice and spice. Drink now through 2019.
Score: 90 (Kim Marcus, winespectator.com,
July 31, 2014)
TASTING NOTE: This is a delicious pinot noir
with plums, hints of cedar and delicate acidity.
Medium body and a savory finish. Aged eight
months in oak. Pretty pinot character for a hell of
a price! Drink now. Score: 90 (James Suckling,
jamessuckling.com, Aug. 13, 2014)
360115 (XD)
750 mL $14.95
2
037937 (XD)
750 mL $14.95
2
CHILE – RED WINE CONT’D
THE BLACK CHOOK
SHIRAZ/VIOGNIER 2013
South Australia
SIERRA BATUCO RESERVA
CARMÉNÈRE 2012
Maule Valley
(Invina)
Despite the fact that it is the largest and one of
the oldest wine-producing valleys in Chile, the
Maule Valley has long been overlooked by
Chilean winemakers. Altitude and cooling ocean
influence allow for a long and steady growing
season that produces wines of fine intensity. The
2012 Sierra Batuco Reserva Carménère will
suggest rich black fruit and spice notes and will
be a wonderful choice for grilled lamb burgers.
408427 (XD)
750 mL $16.95
2
AUSTRALIA – RED WINE
066738 (D)
750 mL $17.95
2
NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE
O’LEARY WALKER
PINOT NOIR 2012
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
TASTING NOTE: The pinot was planted in ’90,
and has the best, albeit oldest, clone MV6. Good
hue and depth; a surprise packet, with great
depth and complexity, yet with impeccable varietal
expression courtesy of its black cherry, plum,
spice and oak suite of aromas and flavours; it has
excellent balance, its best years to come. Drink by:
2020. Special Value. Score: 95 (James Halliday,
winecompanion.com.au, July 27, 2014)
408419 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
TASTING NOTE: Surprisingly excellent for the price,
wow. This full-bodied Australian red wine is a
blend of mostly Shiraz and a splash of Viognier
from McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek. Aromas
of blackberry jam lusciousness with some mint.
Layers and layers and layers of pleasure. Eyes
closed kinda wine. Some violets and cedar on this
finish. Highly recommended. Loaded with fleshy
ripe dark berries and vanilla spice from toasty oak
aging. Good mouth-watering acidity on the palate
leads to a clean finish. Pair with a juicy steak. Pair
with: rosemary lamb. Drink: [until] 2018. Score: 91
(Natalie MacLean, nataliemaclean.com, Feb. 2015)
2
COOPERS CREEK
SAUVIGNON BLANC 2014
Marlborough, South Island
TASTING NOTE: Grassy and herbal but not overly
so in this zesty, well-respected New Zealand
Sauvignon Blanc. Finishes with lime lift and zest.
Even the acids are well balanced here ... Previous
vintages of this best-selling Sauvignon Blanc from
New Zealand won a Gold Medal at the New
Zealand International Wine Show, and a Silver
medal at the Spiegelau International Wine
Competition. Try it with vegetarian dishes. Pair with:
fresh tomato and basil salad, quiche, ahi tuna
ceviche with toasted baguette slices, chicken and
sage skewers. Drink: [Now till] 2017. Score: 90
(Natalie MacLean, nataliemaclean.com, Feb. 2015)
957407 (XD)
750 mL $18.95
1
SERAFINO SHIRAZ 2012
McLaren Vale, South Australia
TASTING NOTE: Deep crimson-purple; this
medium to full-bodied estate-grown wine has an
outstanding mix of varietal and regional expression
on both bouquet and palate; blackberry and
satsuma plum play tag with each other, fine tannins
and cedary oak providing the boundary lines for the
tag-team. A classy wine with the option of early or
late drinking. Drink by: 2027. Score: 95 (James
Halliday, winecompanion.com.au, July 26, 2014)
407718 (XD)
750 mL $28.95
2
SPY VALLEY
TASTING NOTE: The 2014 Sauvignon Blanc opens
with an intense nose of green apples, grapefruit
peel and bell pepper with touches of sage and
fresh grass. Showing a great vibrancy of greener
spectrum flavors and a lively acid backbone, it
has a long, herbal finish. Score: 89 (Lisa PerrottiBrown, erobertparker.com, Dec. 2014)
686675 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
1
NEW ZEALAND – RED WINE
SOUTH AFRICA – RED WINE
AUNTSFIELD SINGLE VINEYARD
PINOT NOIR 2012
Southern Valleys, Marlborough,
South Island
BOSCHENDAL 1685 S & M
SHIRAZ/MOURVÈDRE 2013
WO Coastal Region
TASTING NOTE: Good bright, dark red. Aromas
of dark cherry, smoke, licorice and spicy oak,
complemented by a flinty mineral quality. Sweet,
chewy and deep, offering sappy, dry, sharply
focused flavors of red and dark berries, cherry
and spices. Shows good breadth without any
heaviness. A firm spine of tannins calls for a
couple years of patience. Serious juice, and
a very strong performance for this vintage in
Marlborough. Score: 90+ (Stephen Tanzer,
vinousmedia.com, Sept. 2014)
361246 (XD)
750 mL $29.95
The 1685 range celebrates the year that appears
on Boschendal’s original title deeds. The bottle
shape is also a throwback to an older style, and
the wines are all hand-harvested. A warm February
followed by average temperatures in March
allowed Boschendal to harvest later than usual in
2013. The later harvest offered up small, ripe
and marvellously concentrated berries, resulting
in wines of great flavour intensity.
403667 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
2
2
NEDERBURG MANOR HOUSE
SHIRAZ 2013
WO Western Cape
SAINT CLAIR PREMIUM
PINOT NOIR 2013
TASTING NOTE: Engaging aromas of raspberry,
baking spice and an awesome smoky edge to
the black cherry. The palate offers great fruit
presence with soft tannins and a good length.
Enjoy this with grilled lamb. (VINTAGES panel,
Aug. 2014)
The Manor House line of wines takes its name
from the Cape Dutch home built in 1800. The wine
is produced using only what are considered to be
the very best grapes of the harvest. This Shiraz will
offer considerable depth of black fruit, herbs and
spices in a smooth and juicy package. A great
choice for grilled lamb burgers or blackened ribs.
413591 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
068775 (XD)
750 mL $16.95
2
RUSTENBERG MERLOT 2010
WO Stellenbosch
SOUTH AFRICA – WHITE WINE
CATHEDRAL CELLAR CHARDONNAY 2013
WO Western Cape
TASTING NOTE: One of the gems of this release
that makes an immediate impression. So bright,
so vibrant and certainly well-structured. Impactful
and a great value. Would benefit from a short
decanting. Drinking very well now but has the
potential for mid-term cellaring. Tasted October
2014. Score: 89 (Sara d’Amato, winealign.com,
Nov. 8, 2014)
Full-bodied & Rich
328559 (XD)
750 mL $15.95
2
2
TASTING NOTE: The 2010 Merlot sees
55% French new oak. It has a vibrant dark
cherry and boysenberry scented nose laced with
vanilla and then after a few minutes, there are
hints of blackcurrant pastilles. The palate is well
balanced with supple ripe tannins, layers of
toasty dark berry fruit laced with espresso and
spice. The finish is rounded and well defined
with hints of white pepper and orange peel
towards the well crafted finish. This is a lovely
Merlot from Rustenberg, although I would drink
it in its youth. Drink now-2015. Score: 90 (Neal
Martin, erobertparker.com, Dec. 2012)
404194 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
2
SOUTH AFRICA – ROSÉ WINE
LOIRE
MULDERBOSCH CABERNET SAUVIGNON
ROSÉ 2014
WO Coastal Region
CHÂTEAU DE SANCERRE
SANCERRE 2013
AC
(Marnier-Lapostolle)
TASTING NOTE: This wine is certified for Integrity
& Sustainability by the South African Wine and
Spirit Board. Red cherry, redcurrant, apple and
strawberry jam paint a picture here. There’s some
good weight and presence and even a touch of
tannin, though it stays light and playful. Pair it
with turkey burgers or grilled chicken. (VINTAGES
panel, April 2015)
Easy-going & Fruity
999821 (D)
750 mL $12.95
1
The Marnier-Lapostolle family is best known for their
famous liqueur Grand Marnier, but they have many
successful enterprises, including Casa Lapostolle
in Chile and Château de Sancerre. The attention to
detail and relentless pursuit of quality that define
Marnier-Lapostolle will be abundantly apparent in
this vibrant and minerally Sancerre. Look for a crisp
and fresh wine with impressive floral notes accented
by ripe fruit and a dash of spice.
340893 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
2
FRANCE – RED WINE
FRANCE – WHITE WINE
BORDEAUX
BURGUNDY
SÉGLA 2006
Second wine of Ch. Rauzan-Ségla, AC Margaux
MAISON ROCHE DE BELLENE
VIEILLES VIGNES BOURGOGNE
CHARDONNAY 2012
AC
TASTING NOTE: Aromas of toast, apple and
lemon citrus. Fresh, bright and creamy, with wellintegrated oak. A stylish and elegant expression
with a long finish. Great for grilled chicken or
grilled seafood. (VINTAGES panel, Sept. 2014)
Full-bodied & Rich
299867 (XD)
750 mL $20.95
2
TASTING NOTE: ... now entirely ready to drink,
though it will keep for up to seven more years.
Dark-opaque ruby-red currant in colour, it reveals
entirely elegant, appropriately mature aromas
of dried currants and red plums; giving way to
delicate cedarwood, loamy earth, underbrush,
floral elements, and spice. Complex, carrying great
‘claret’ fruit, firm tannins, balanced acidity, and a
wholly distinguished hint of cedar-tinged dried
currants and red plums on the finish. Excellent
character, elegance, and harmony … Now-2021.
Score: 91 (Julian Hitner, winealign.com,
Feb. 28, 2014)
359810 (XD)
750 mL $53.95
MAISON ROCHE DE BELLENE
VIEILLES VIGNES MEURSAULT 2010
AC
TASTING NOTE: Tropical fruit aromas lead to a
peach- and apricot-flavored palate. It shows oldvine concentration, spice from having aged in
wood and a generous, velvet-like texture that is
balanced by a fine shot of lemony acidity. Age
this for 4-5 years. Cellar Selection. Score: 92
(Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, April 2013)
Full-bodied & Rich
241091 (XD)
750 mL $48.95
2
BURGUNDY
JEAN-PIERRE TEISSEDRE
MORGON 2013
AC
TASTING NOTE: Morgon produces one of the
most robust (and one of the few ageable)
versions of Beaujolais. This one offers aromas of
fresh cherry, plum, strawberry, blackberry and
cassis. The structure is typically impressive and
the palate has complex layered fruit and spice.
Very well made. (VINTAGES panel, Sept. 2014)
Light-bodied & Fruity
405811 (XD)
750 mL $16.95
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PINOT NOIR 2012
AC
(Pascal Marchand)
FRANCE – ROSÉ WINE
This collaboration between Moray Tawse, founder
and owner of Niagara’s Tawse Winery, and
Burgundian consulting winemaker Pascal
Marchand continues to move from strength to
strength. The vines for this wine were planted in
1978 and are situated in the clay and limestone
of Pommard, one of Burgundy’s most famous
communes. The Pinot Noir produced here is
noted for its richness, power and structure. This
will be complex and bright with good depth and
concentration.
CHÂTEAU LA CROIX DE QUEYNAC
BORDEAUX ROSÉ 2014
AC
(Earl Vignobles Gabard, Prop.-récolt.)
285601 (XD)
750 mL $29.95
BORDEAUX
A great foodie wine, this is brimming with red
berry fruit, apple and fresh herbs with a hint of
crunchy bell pepper. Give it a go with grilled
chicken or shrimp, stuffed peppers, green salads
or pasta primavera.
Medium-bodied & Dry
119529 (XD)
750 mL $15.95
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PROVENCE
GASSIER SABLES D’AZUR ROSÉ 2014
AP Côtes de Provence
LOIRE
LE GRAND BOUQUETEAU
RÉSERVE CHINON 2012
AC
(Château du Coudray Montpensier)
TASTING NOTE: A wood-aged wine from old vines,
it combines good concentration and a firm tannic
backbone with the red fruits and light acidity. It’s
in need of aging, so drink from 2016. Score: 90
(Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014)
Full-bodied & Firm
414383 (XD)
750 mL $19.95
2
TASTING NOTE: The southern region of France,
Provence, is famous for rosé. It only produces the
dry style so it is refreshing and great with a wide
range of dishes. Strawberry fields forever! Love it!
Light, bone-dry and ultra-refreshing. Transport
yourself to Provence in your mind and save the
airfare. Perfect as an aperitif or with pâté and
picnics beside shady rivers. Refreshing French rosé
in an iconic curvy bottle from Provence. Serve well
chilled. Pair with: seasoned seafood, turkey breast.
Drink: [until] 2016. Score: 92 (Natalie MacLean,
nataliemaclean.com, Dec. 2014)
Medium-bodied & Dry
033621 (XD)
750 mL $15.95
1
ROUSSILLON
DOMAINE BELLAVISTA LA CUVÉE D’AVA
CÔTES DU ROUSSILLON 2011
AP
A blend of 50% Mourvèdre, 30% Syrah and
20% Grenache.
TASTING NOTE: [translated from the French]
Deeply and intensely garnet. Plums, rock rose
and spices share the bouquet. Full-bodied, long
and very present on the palate with fine, silky
tannins. There is great balance and integration of
the woody vanilla and the notable cherry and
blackberry. Score: HHK (Remarkable – Guide
Hachette, 2014)
383398 (XD)
750 mL $15.95
GERMANY – ROSÉ WINE
BADEN
KÖNIGSCHAFFHAUSER VULKANFELSEN
PINOT NOIR ROSÉ TROCKEN 2014
Qualitätswein
TASTING NOTE: Pretty and floral with aromas of
nectarine, yellow cherry and marmalade. Crisp,
fresh and tangy with a long and appealing finish.
A great choice for grilled sausages or fish.
(VINTAGES panel, April 2015)
Medium-bodied & Dry
168237 (D)
750 mL $13.95
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ITALY – WHITE WINE
PIEDMONT
VENETO
BREZZA CASTELLERO BAROLO 2010
DOCG
FASOLI GINO BORGOLETTO
SOAVE 2013
DOC
TASTING NOTE: Scents of rose, violet, leather,
berry and spice unfold from the glass. The linear
palate displays sour cherry, juicy raspberry, mint,
thyme, balsam and baking spices alongside
invigorating energy and supple tannins. Drink
2018-2030. Score: 94 (Kerin O’Keefe, Wine
Enthusiast, Oct. 2014)
TASTING NOTE: An excellent example of Soave at
a friendly price – and organic to boot – this wine
brims with crunchy green apple and pear with
mint and veggie notions. It’s got good balance,
clean lines, a touch of spritz and a fresh, crisp
finish. Enjoy it with seafood or a couscous salad.
Light & Crisp
626952 (XD)
750 mL $14.95
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968248 (XD)
750 mL $55.95
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SÜDTIROL/ALTO ADIGE
KELLEREI ST. MAGDALENA
PINOT GRIGIO 2013
DOC Südtirol – Alto Adige
(Cantina Produttori Bolzano)
CORINO DOLCETTO
D’ALBA 2013
DOC
Pinot Grigio from Alto Adige in northern Italy
is known for possessing a lively and crisp
personality dressed in lemon and lime citrus with
mineral and floral touches. The bright acidity
makes it ideal for fish and seafood while allowing
it the versatility to work with a wide range of
foods. Mouth-watering, sunny and fresh, this
wine will also be a wonderful sipper. Your
favourite patio beckons.
Light & Crisp
249466 (XD)
750 mL $16.95
TASTING NOTE: Corino’s 2013 Dolcetto d’Alba is
rich, sumptuous and resonant in the glass, with
gorgeous texture and terrific overall balance. The
flavor profile is super-classic, but there is an extra
level of dimension here that is quite attractive.
Drinking Window: [Now till] 2018. Score: 88
(Antonio Galloni, vinousmedia.com, Nov. 2014)
412353 (XD)
750 mL $18.95
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ITALY – RED WINE
PAOLO CONTERNO BRICCO
BARBERA D’ALBA 2013
DOC
ABRUZZO
TERRA D’ALIGI TOLOS RISERVA
MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO 2009
DOC
TASTING NOTE: From a respected and popular
producer, here’s a big, serious, sweet-ripe
Montepulciano with great concentration of black
fruit aromas and flavours and a long, structured
finish. This has the stuffing to pair with barbecued
meats or a nice Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
(VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2014)
019166 (D)
750 mL $29.95
2
TASTING NOTE: Here’s a bright, charming lively
barbera with very pretty floral, sour red plum and
cherry fruit aromas. A hint of barbera meatiness
as well. It’s light to mid-weight, with brisk, elevating
acidity and very fine tannin. No great depth or
gravitas but it is a delicious example, with very good
length. Score: 89 (David Lawrason, winealign.com,
Nov. 14, 2014)
744714 (XD)
750 mL $18.95
2
TRAVAGLINI GATTINARA 2009
DOCG
Before the emergence of Barolo and Barbaresco
there was Gattinara, the original renowned wine
made with the Nebbiolo variety. Like its brethren,
it’s prized for fine structure and impressive
longevity. At a mere six years since vintage, this
is just now entering its prime drinking phase –
and should show beautifully for a decade. Look
for spicy, leathery notes joining the floral and red
fruit characters.
Full-bodied & Firm
713354 (XD)
750 mL $29.95
2
CASTELLO DI GABBIANO RISERVA
CHIANTI CLASSICO 2011
DOCG
TASTING NOTE: Excellent red with layers of subtle
fruit, toasted oak, mushroom and truffles. Full
body with firm, racy tannins and a long, flavorful
finish. A solid example of a riserva Chianti Classico
with lovely balance and structure. Drink now.
Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com,
Oct. 20, 2014)
Full-bodied & Firm
216309 (D)
750 mL $22.95
2
TUSCANY
BADIA A COLTIBUONO RISERVA
CHIANTI CLASSICO 2009
DOCG
This wine was awarded BBB in the 2015 edition
of Gambero Rosso Italian Wines.
CECCHI VINO NOBILE
DI MONTEPULCIANO 2011
DOCG
TASTING NOTE: (90% sangiovese and 10% other
varieties): Good full, deep red. Aromas of blueberry,
licorice and violet. Supple and sweet but serious,
with a slightly medicinal cast to the bright flavors
of dark red berries, tobacco leaf and minerals. This
very graceful wine shows sneaky concentration
and finishes with supple tannins and very good
length. I especially like its pure delivery of
sangiovese-accurate fruit. Score: 91 (Ian D’Agata,
TASTING NOTE: An easy-drinking yet complex
Sangiovese-based blend showing cherry fruit,
grilled herbs, cedar and chocolate with wisps of
smoky oak. This has the ripeness and generosity
to appeal to fans of bigger New World wines,
though it’ll also impress classic Vino Nobile
enthusiasts, too. Try it with smoky grilled steaks
or sausages. (VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2014)
683474 (XD)
750 mL $38.95
123588 (XD)
750 mL $21.95
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BARONE RICASOLI ROCCA GUICCIARDA
RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2011
DOCG
TASTING NOTE: The 2011 Chianti Classico Riserva
Rocca Guicciarda initially shows more of the vintage
heat, for example, but pulls out to encompass a
larger set of aromatic characteristics that help to
build complexity. The highly perfumed bouquet is
redolent of earthy notes, cassis and polished river
stone. I love the overall fruity brightness. Score: 92
(Monica Larner, erobertparker.com, Oct. 2014)
943613 (D)
750 mL $24.95
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FOSSACOLLE BRUNELLO
DI MONTALCINO 2009
DOCG
TASTING NOTE: Sergio Marchetti’s 2009 Brunello
di Montalcino is a big wine that carries its weight
and concentration gracefully thanks to the extra
aromatic embellishments that are woven deep
within its fabric. Smoke, chiseled mineral, toasted
almond and espresso frame and give definition to
a substantial core of dark fruit. The mouthfeel is
velvety and textured, but it’s also slightly thinner
and shorter compared to vintages of the recent
past. One year in barrique and one year in botte
grande is the aging regime used. It will surely flesh
out in the bottle. Drink: 2016-2024. Score: 92
(Monica Larner, erobertparker.com, Feb. 2014)
Full-bodied & Firm
309880 (XD)
750 mL $48.95
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ITALY – RED WINE CONT’D
SAN MICHELE A TORRI CHIANTI COLLI
FIORENTINI 2013
DOCG
TUSCANY
MARCHESI TORRIGIANI GUIDACCIO 2008
IGT Toscana
TASTING NOTE: The 2008 Guidaccio is
Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The
bouquet is classic Sangiovese, while the French
varieties add mid-palate presence and depth as
this gorgeous red opens up in the glass. Firm yet
well-integrated tannins support layers of menthol,
leather, licorice and spices on the inviting finish.
In its best vintages Guidaccio can challenge
wines that cost twice as much, and also has the
pedigree to develop beautifully in bottle. The
blend is 50% Sangiovese, followed by 25-30%
Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Merlot.
Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. Score: 92+
(Antonio Galloni, vinousmedia.com, June 2012)
Full-bodied & Firm
674499 (XD)
750 mL $48.95
2
San Michele a Torri is nestled among olive groves
and estate vineyards that slope gently down into
the valley of the Pesa River just 15 kilometres
southwest of Florence. Respect for the environment
and local agricultural traditions are guiding
principles in the making of this smooth and wellbalanced organic Chianti. Aromas of juicy red
fruit as well as notes of spice and cigar box
resound on the palate. This will work well with
barbecued burgers or roast beef sandwiches.
900258 (XD)
750 mL $16.95
2
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VENETO
LE ARCHE ROSSOGRANDE 2012
IGT Veronese
PIETRANERA BRUNELLO
DI MONTALCINO 2010
DOCG
TASTING NOTE: This shows a dried cherry and
almost a volcanic ash undertone on the nose. It’s
full body, with velvety ripe tannins and fresh acidity.
It lasts for minutes on the palate. Balanced and
pretty. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (James Suckling,
jamessuckling.com, Dec. 2014)
TASTING NOTE: Crafted from Corvina
and Rondinella grapes, this has ripe fruit with
toasted herbs and an earthy undertone. Mouthfilling and structured, with great ripe red fruit,
plum, earth and a long, oak-influenced finish.
Very well made and a good value. A nice pairing
for gourmet burgers or lamb kebabs. (VINTAGES
panel, Oct. 2014)
189761 (XD)
750 mL $39.95
410696 (XD)
750 mL $15.95
2
ROCCA DELLE MACÌE RUBIZZO 2013
IGT Toscana
TASTING NOTE: From a producer that needs no
introduction to Vintages customers, this wine
blends Sangiovese with a dollop of Merlot. It’s an
outstanding wine at this humble price, offering
dark cherry fruit, bright acidity and elegant,
caressing tannins. Enjoy it with steaks, burgers
or tomato pastas. (VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2014)
913780 (XD)
750 mL $14.95
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MONTE FAUSTINO AMARONE DELLA
VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2008
DOC
TASTING NOTE: Silky and layered, featuring an
elegant frame fleshed out by cocoa and candied
cherry notes, accented by hints of date, melted
licorice, loamy earth and ground spice. Finely
balanced, with a lasting finish. Drink now through
2023. Score: 92 (Alison Napjus, winespectator.com,
Feb. 28, 2014)
327122 (D)
750 mL $56.95
2
PROVOLO CAMPOTORBIAN RIPASSO
VALPOLICELLA SUPERIORE 2009
DOC
TASTING NOTE: If you’re looking for a red wine
to pair with an alfresco picnic-style dinner, this
one may be the ticket: the producer suggests
pairing it with salumi boards (especially bacon
and sopressa) and fresh cheese with mustards.
Opening with aromas of blackberry, cherry and
smoke, it’s got good ripeness on the palate, spicy
notes and suggestions of mineral and leather.
974402 (D)
750 mL $19.95
2
ITALY – ROSÉ WINE
TUSCANY
CASTELLO DI AMA ROSATO 2014
IGT Toscana
TASTING NOTE: Watermelon, strawberry, cherry
blossom and sweet herbs on the nose. The palate
offers good echoes along with tangy blood orange
and sour cherry. A great rolling and layered finish
that closes with a pleasing pink grapefruit bite. A
must for turkey burgers, seafood salads or pasta
primavera. (VINTAGES panel, April 2015)
Easy-going & Fruity
039800 (XD)
750 mL $21.95
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PORTUGAL – RED WINE
TEDESCHI CAPITEL NICALÒ 2013
IGT Rosso delle Venezie
TASTING NOTE: A full-bodied juicy Italian red
wine with lots of heft and mouth-filling flavour.
Dark cherry and black plum, almost prune on
the nose of this D.O.C. wine. Good value. This is
one of the best producers of ripasso. A red wine
blend of 30% Corvina, 30% Corvinone, 30%
Rondinella and small amounts of Rossignola,
Oseleta, Negrara and Dindarella grapes featuring
aromas of coffee and black cherry. Wonderful
dry finish for a wide range of dishes, especially
hearty meat ones. Pair with: hamburger, hearty
soups, pasta, Mediterranean cuisine, white or red
meats. Drink: [Now till] 2020. Score: 90 (Natalie
MacLean, nataliemaclean.com, Nov. 2014)
984997 (D)
750 mL $17.95
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ÁLVARO CASTRO RED 2011
DOC Dão
(Quinta da Pellada)
TASTING NOTE: When Dão is as powerful and
graceful as this 2011, it feels balletic … They base
this wine on Castro’s most valued inheritance, a
block of old vines surrounding his family’s 16thcentury homestead at Quinta da Pellada. The
wine was blended in 2011 with jaen and touriga
nacional from the same property. All of its
elements are tightly integrated, yielding a glimpse
of crushed green peppercorns, of cool, foresty
scents that bring ferns to mind. The formidable
depth of the wine is earthy rather than fruity; the
acidity seems to reflect the wine’s flavors into a
tessellation of light and darkness. A classic from
Dão, this will develop for decades in the cellar.
Score: 94 (wineandspiritsmagazine.com, April 2014)
285288 (XD)
750 mL $17.95
VILLA GIRARDI AMARONE DELLA
VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2011
DOCG
TASTING NOTE: Made by Giancarlo Tommasi of
Veneto’s renowned Tommasi family, this big, rich
Amarone serves up aromas of blackberry and
raspberry jam, earth and mocha spice. There’s
some good lift on the palate introducing tangy
cherry and plum notes, with supportive tannins
providing a structured finish. An impressive
Amarone to savour with grilled beef or bison or
mature cheeses. (VINTAGES panel, Oct. 2014)
159913 (D)
750 mL $42.95
2
2
MULA VELHA PREMIUM
TINTO 2012
Vinho Regional Lisboa
TASTING NOTE: Aromatic notes of red
and black fruits accented by herbs. This is a fun
and easy-to-enjoy wine with excellent fruit on the
palate and a nice sharp, firm finish. A good choice
for a summer barbecue wine, it will pair well with
burgers, ribs or grilled chicken breasts. (VINTAGES
panel, Aug. 2014)
409250 (XD)
750 mL $15.95
2
PORTUGAL – RED WINE CONT’D
SABOR REAL VIÑAS CENTENARIAS
TEMPRANILLO 2009
DO Toro
(Bodegas Campina)
QUINTA DAS CARVALHAS
TOURIGA NACIONAL 2011
DOC Douro
TASTING NOTE: Hugely extracted, this wine is all
tannin and wood aging. It is dry, very firm, with
bitter chocolate flavors. All this structure overlays
the blackberry juice flavor that will need several
years to fully come into balance. Drink from
2017. Score: 91 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast,
April 2014)
Full-bodied & Firm
408112 (XD)
750 mL $21.95
2
Though Bodegas Campina was founded in 2005,
the grapes for the Centenarias were sourced from
vines planted in 1895. The Toro region is known
for producing formidable and robust wines from
the Tempranillo grape – not surprising for a region
named for a bull – and this naturally occurring
forcefulness is only intensified by the vines’ age.
This wine will offer sweet, ripe red fruit in a firm
and structured frame.
Full-bodied & Firm
244772 (D)
750 mL $15.95
2
SPAIN – RED WINE
BODEGAS SAN PRUDENCIO
DEPADRE 2009
DOCa Rioja
VIÑA MAYOR RESERVA 2009
DO Ribera del Duero
(Philippe Dardenne)
TASTING NOTE: Bright violet color. Intensely
perfumed, heady aromas of candied dark berries,
cola, incense and floral oils, with suave vanilla
and star anise notes adding complexity. Stains
the palate with sweet blackberry and cherry
compote flavors of excellent depth and clarity.
Fine-grained tannins add shape and grip to the
impressively long, floral finish. Score: 93 (Josh
Raynolds, vinousmedia.com, Sept. 2012)
TASTING NOTE: The nose is initially quite closed,
but with air and a little time it begins to reveal a
wealth of dark fruit and berries and spice. The
palate is equally tight at first, but again it opens up
with time to reveal an exciting and balanced wine
with nice complexity. Ripe and juicy with firm
tannins and excellent acidity, this will reward a year
or two of cellaring. (VINTAGES panel, June 2014)
379917 (XD)
750 mL $22.95
2
Full-bodied & Firm
209155 (XD)
750 mL $24.95
2
G GARNACHA 2011
DO Vinos de Madrid
(VSL, Compañía de Vinos del Atlántico)
TASTING NOTE: (Made from fruit grown on vines
that are reportedly about 120 years old, near the
Vino de Madrid zone.) Bright ruby. Intense floral
and spice notes accent aromas of fresh raspberry
and cherry. Very sweet and silky, with ripe red
berry and spicecake flavors lifted by a kick of white
pepper. Finishes sweet, spicy and long, with
intense raspberry confit and bitter cherry character
and very good clarity. Score: 90 (Josh Raynolds,
132266 (XD)
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GLENFIDDICH 26-YEAR-OLD
SINGLE MALT
LARRESSINGLE ARMAGNAC XO
With gift box, AC, Armagnac, France
(La Famille Papelorey)
Scotland
Complex, soft and floral with vanilla,
oak, spice and anise notes. A whisky as
remarkable as it is rare.
394460
750 mL $551.95
LOUIS ROEDERER PREMIER BRUT
CHAMPAGNE
AC, France
Aromas of old wood, vanilla and mushroom. Deep, mellow and satisfying, with
notes of toffee, smoke and dried fruits.
Layered and lingering.
Mouthwatering, with layered and finely
interwoven notes of white cherry, dried
apricot, smoke, almonds and lemon preserves.
95+ points (Margaret Swaine,
winealign.com, April 2013)
91 points (Alison Napjus,
324657
Rich & Complex
750 mL $97.95
093054 (XD) 375 mL $40.95
IRON HORSE CLASSIC VINTAGE
BRUT 2009
BARONE PIZZINI NATURE BRUT
FRANCIACORTA 2010
Green Valley, Sonoma County, California
DOCG, Lombardy, Italy
Focused and complex with impressive
floral notes and layered raspberry, ginger,
cinnamon and baked apple.
91 points (Tim Fish, winespectator.com,
March 31, 2015)
Aromas of lemon and soda cracker. A
lovely mousse introduces the tart lemon,
green apple, crisp mineral and hints of
bread dough on the palate. Zesty, crisp
and citrusy.
692582 (XD) 750 mL $28.95
1
337436 (D) 750 mL $39.95
2
PENINSULA RIDGE BEAL
VINEYARDS INOX RESERVE
CHARDONNAY 2013
VQA Beamsville Bench,
Niagara Peninsula, Ontario
Lively and impressive aromas of fresh
peach and lemon with tropical fruit
accents.
Full-bodied & Rich
2
007328 (XD) 750 mL $18.95
1
LA FOLLETTE SANGIACOMO
VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2012
STONESTREET BEAR POINT
CHARDONNAY 2011
GUNDLACH BUNDSCHU
MERLOT 2011
Sonoma Coast, California
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County,
California
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County,
California
This is rich, creamy and highly expressive,
with notes of orange blossoms, nectarines,
white flowers and honey.
You can expect a lush and polished wine
with concentrated fruit that will drink well
for 5-10 years.
92 points (Robert Parker Jr.,
erobertparker.com, Dec. 2014)
92 points (Antonio Galloni,
erobertparker.com, April 2013)
Full-bodied & Rich
Full-bodied & Rich
This pure and rich single-vineyard
expression reveals orange blossom,
honey, caramelized citrus and white
peach with no noticeable oak.
394502 (XD) 750 mL $50.00
2
411579 (XD) 750 mL $64.95
397497 (XD) 750 mL $44.00
2
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STONESTREET LEGACY 2010
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County,
California
Impressive balance and great underlying
structure. Intense notes of mocha,
cassis, violets and vanilla in a silky and
racy package.
89 points (Antonio Galloni,
erobertparker.com, April 2013)
2
708024 (XD) 750 mL $99.95
DOMAINES SCHLUMBERGER
KESSLER GEWURZTRAMINER 2010
AC Alsace Grand Cru, Alsace, France
A textbook example. Silky, spicy and finely
balanced with concentrated notes of
lychee, blood orange, candied grapefruit
zest and honeysuckle.
91 points (Alison Napjus,
winespectator.com, June 30, 2014)
307694 (MS) 750 mL $33.95
2
CHÂTEAU LES ORMES DE PEZ 2011
AC Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France
Juicy fruit and spice notes supported by
ripe and sweet tannins. Lovely balance
and integration.
92-94 points (Roger Voss,
Wine Enthusiast, May 2012)
Full-bodied & Firm
296418 (D) 750 mL $55.85
2
JUNIPER ESTATE
Margaret River, Western Australia
OLDENBURG CHARDONNAY 2012
WO Stellenbosch, South Africa
Fresh and vibrant with a wealth of cassis
fruit and a solid tannic underpinning.
This will reward for another 10+ years.
Precise and understated notes of almond,
potpourri and wild heather. The palate is
poised and focused with a fine acidity and
a nuanced salinity.
94 points (James Halliday,
winecompanion.com.au, July 10, 2013)
92 points (Neal Martin,
Full-bodied & Firm
Full-bodied & Rich
694547 (XD) 750 mL $41.95
2
CHÂTEAU NAIRAC 2011
AC Barsac, 2e Cru, Bordeaux, France
Outstanding depth of pineapple, kiwi,
sweet spices and mango. Distinctly floral
and minerally, with tangy botrytis. Sweet,
dense, rich, long and pure, light and lively.
94 points (Ian D’Agata,
vinousmedia.com, July 2014)
Full-bodied & Rich
302125 (S) 375 mL $41.85
2
BACHELDER LA PETITE CHARMOTTE
NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES 2011
Gorgeous incense and floral notes with
anise, raspberry, ripe cherry and cassis
with a crunchy minerality. Savoury, spicy
and long.
93 points (Rick VanSickle,
winesinniagara.com, Aug. 2013)
357228 (XD) 750 mL $58.95
3
374645 (XD) 750 mL $26.95
2
LUCIEN MUZARD & FILS
LES MEIX CHAVAUX
MEURSAULT 2013
A toasty nose with apple, pear, vanilla,
lemon and a flinty minerality. Great
structure, weight and replays. A roasted
almond note emerges on the layered
and complex finish.
407072 (XD) 750 mL $58.95
1
POGGIO BONELLI POGGIASSAI 2010
IGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy
A blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet
Sauvignon that offers black currant, black
cherry, violet, licorice and spice with
well-integrated tannins.
93 points (Bruce Sanderson,
winespectator.com, Oct. 15, 2014)
085365 (XD) 750 mL $32.95
2
V I N TA G E S S T O R E D I R E C T O R Y
This is just a partial list of the more than 300 Vintages locations in Ontario. To find the store nearest you, use the store search at vintages.com.
For more information, please contact helloLCBO: Toronto Area 416-365-5900 or outside Toronto, toll-free 1-800-668-5226.
1 = Stores that offer between 50 and 800 Vintages products 11 = Stores that offer between 801 and 1,700 Vintages products
111 = Stores that offer between 1,701 and 2,000+ Vintages products FSE = Stores that offer Flagship Store Exclusives products
ANCASTER
Store 21
737 Golf Links Road
Meadowlands Centre
905-304-9608
BARRIE
Store 187
534 Bayfield Street
705-722-1046
Store 288
37 Caplan Avenue
705-726-6220
BELLEVILLE
Store 57
190A Bell Boulevard
613-962-2132
BOLTON
Store 265
30 McEwan Drive East
905-857-2620
BRAMPTON
Store 329
545 Steeles Ave. E.
905-454-7980
BURLINGTON
Store 566
3365 Fairview Street
905-637-3248
Store 573
2000 Appleby Line
905-336-6200
COLLINGWOOD
Store 31
1 First Street
705-445-3341
GEORGETOWN
Store 156
236 Guelph St.
Delrex Market Centre
905-877-2721
GRAVENHURST
Store 102
155 Edward Street
705-687-2641
GUELPH
Store 495
615 Scottsdale Drive
519-823-5080
HAMILTON
Store 143
233 Dundurn Street South
905-529-8761
HAWKESBURY
Store 83
56 Main Street East
613-632-2121
HUNTSVILLE
Store 106
91 King William Street
705-789-2591
KINGSTON
Store 40
34 Barrack Street
613-549-5092
KITCHENER
Store 544
1005 Ottawa Street North
Stanley Park Plaza
519-893-6921
11
11
LONDON
11
Store 393
109 Fanshawe Park Road
519-660-1366
Store 438
3050 Wonderland Road South
519-471-4930
1
MARKHAM
11
11
Store 590
3075 Highway 7 East
905-940-2768
MILTON
1
1
Store 631
830 Main Street East
905-864-7030
MISSISSAUGA
1
11
1
11
11
1
Store 371
930 Southdown Road
905-822-2281
Store 494
2458 Dundas Street West
Woodchester Mall
905-822-1776
Store 619
5035 – 5100 Erin Mills Parkway
905-607-7900
OAKVILLE
Store 148
270 North Service Road West
Oakville Town Centre
905-338-1039
Store 437
1527 Rebecca Street
905-827-5072
Store 445
251 Oak Walk Dr.
905-257-6300
Store 486
FSE
321 Cornwall Drive, Unit C120
905-845-8100
ORANGEVILLE
11
Store 298
40 B Broadway
519-942-0188
OTTAWA – CENTRAL
11
1
11
1
11
1
Store 38
FSE
275 Rideau Street, Corner of
King Edward & Rideau St.
613-789-5226
OTTAWA – GLOUCESTER
Store 443
3-2016 Ogilvie Rd.,
Shoppers’ City East
613-745-9906
OTTAWA – KANATA
Store 556
499 Terry Fox Drive
613-592-1849
OTTAWA – MANOTICK
Store 521
1154 Currier Street
613-692-2503
OTTAWA – NEPEAN
Store 412
543 West Hunt Club Rd.
613-224-4333
OTTAWA – ORLEANS
Store 624
4220 Innes Rd.
613-837-5527
11
11
OTTAWA – SOUTH
11
Store 243
1980 Bank Street
613-523-7763
PETERBOROUGH
11
Store 35
879 Lansdowne Street West
705-743-9955
PICKERING
1
Store 776
1899 Brock Rd.
905-427-9830
PORT CARLING
1
Store 403
115 Medora Street
705-765-5222
RICHMOND HILL
11
Store 623
8783 Yonge Street
905-886-3511
SAULT STE. MARIE
1
1
Store 359
616 Great Northern Road
705-759-7740
ST. CATHARINES
11
11
11
111
1
111
11
Store 392
420 Vansickle Road
905-685-8000
Store 522
311 Geneva Street
905-646-1818
11
SUDBURY – SOUTH END
1
Store 407
2400 Long Lake Road
705-522-8000
TECUMSEH
1
Store 278
15 Amy Croft Dr.
519-735-2661
THORNHILL
1
Store 523
180 Promenade Circle
905-889-7787
THUNDER BAY
1
TORONTO – CENTRAL
Store 5
1654 Queen Street East
416-691-9758
Store 10
FSE
10 Scrivener Square
Summerhill Subway
416-922-0403
Store 15
FSE
232 Dupont Street
416-922-7066
Store 164
FSE
65 Wicksteed Avenue
416-425-6282
Store 217
FSE
2 Cooper St.,
at Queen’s Quay
416-864-6777
Store 333
First Canadian Place
Lower Concourse
416-594-9040
11
111
11
1
11
11
TORONTO – ETOBICOKE
Store 149
2946 Bloor Street West
416-239-3065
FSE
TORONTO – NORTH YORK
Store 1
2625D Weston Road
416-243-3320
Store 253
939 Lawrence Ave. East
Don Mills Shopping Centre
416-447-0491
Store 355
FSE
2901 Bayview Avenue
Bayview Village Mall
416-222-7658
Store 360
675 Wilson Avenue
416-636-5349
Store 452
FSE
1838-1844 Avenue Road
416-785-6389
1
11
11
11
11
11
11
111
1
11
TORONTO – SCARBOROUGH
Store 616
969 Fort William Road
807-623-8484
1
Store 483
200 Bay Street, Unit 115
Royal Bank Plaza
416-368-9644
Store 511
415 King Street West
416-598-1482
Store 528
FSE
55 Bloor Street West,
Manulife Centre
416-925-5266
Store 534
2290 Dundas Street West
416-537-1500
11
Store 163
3111 Danforth Avenue
416-699-7003
Store 198
4543 Kingston Road
416-282-2034
Store 703
5979 Steeles Avenue East
416-335-1100
11
11
TRENTON
1
Store 65
150 Front Street
613-392-3797
WATERLOO
11
Store 417
571 King Street North
519-884-8511
WHITBY
11
Store 432
170 Taunton Road West
905-655-6090
WINDSOR
11
111
11
11
Store 367
3165 Howard Avenue
The Roundhouse Centre
519-972-1772
WOODBRIDGE
Store 346
7850 Weston Road
905-851-2500
Store 632
8260 Highway 27
905-264-7366
1
FSE
11
11
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In our next catalogue…
June 13, 2015
FEATURE STORIES
• Sparklers for all occasions
• Italian whites
• Father’s Day gifts
BENCHMARK
BOLLINGER SPECIAL CUVÉE BRUT CHAMPAGNE
AC, France (384529)
ARRIVE IN STYLE
LEYDA GARUMA SINGLE VINEYARD
Leyda Valley, Chile (099309)
FRONT COVER
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CHAMPAGNE
AC, France (924654)
OYSTER BAY SPARKLING CUVÉE ROSÉ
New Zealand (280172)
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JACKSON-TRIGGS ENTOURAGE
GRAND RESERVE BRUT 2011
Méthode Classique, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario
(234161)
PIEROPAN LA ROCCA SOAVE CLASSICO 2011
DOC, Veneto, Italy (092437)
BLINDFOLD WHITE 2013
California (374207)
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BURNING KILN M-1 MERLOT 2013
VQA Ontario (406470)
BORSAO TRES PICOS GARNACHA 2012
DO Campo de Borja, Spain (273748)
PAUL HOBBS CROSSBARN
Napa Valley, California (118695)
Prices not available at press time.
Arrive
in style
with a lucky seven
Earning 90 points from winespectator.com takes more than luck, and
it’ll be your lucky day when you taste the generous blackberry, anise and
spice notes in this Seven Falls Cabernet. Balanced, expressive and as
invigorating as a seventh-inning stretch, this magnificent Seven will have
you counting your lucky stars and send your palate to seventh heaven.
SEVEN FALLS
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
2011
Wahluke Slope,
Washington
360222 (D) 750 mL
$19.95
90 points
(winespectator.com)
FOR COMPLETE TASTING
NOTE, SEE PAGE 24.
pg.33
pg.22
pg.25
55 Lake Shore Blvd. East
Toronto, Ontario, M5 E 1 A4
Please enjoy responsibly.
40064521
Catalogue No. 563
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