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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)

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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)

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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.

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 3 2019-12-23 7:38 PM These tasty shellfish are harvested in salt water around the world, including off the Scallops in Herb coast of France. And while smaller bay scallops are great in pasta, for this dish we want the bigger, heartier bite that sea Butter Sauce 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.

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 4 2019-12-19 3:39 AM 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 FOR COMPLETE ONLINE, TASTING SEE PAGE NOTES 38. AND TO

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 5 2019-12-19 3:39 AM Leg of lamb is a classic dish in Bordeaux, where the local wines pair with it especially Oven-Roasted well. Roasting the lamb on the bone gives a juicier, more flavourful dish that goes even more beautifully with red Bordeaux. Herbed Leg Traditional, medium-bodied Bordeaux has the fine structure and herb-tinged notes to harmonize with the recipe, while more of Lamb 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.

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 6 2019-12-19 3:39 AM 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 FOR COMPLETE ONLINE, TASTING SEE PAGE NOTES 39. AND TO

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 7 2019-12-19 3:39 AM This hearty beef stew cooked in red wine is like beef bourguignon with a Mediterranean Boeuf en Daube twist, and the rich flavours and texture are a good fit for the robust red wines of southern France. The full, velvety mouthfeel and à la Provençale 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.

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 8 2019-12-19 3:39 AM LES 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 FOR COMPLETE ONLINE, TASTING SEE PAGE NOTES 40. AND TO

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 9 2019-12-19 3:39 AM Risotto is an Italian institution, and versions featuring citrus and seafood have a lovely interplay of creamy Lemon Risotto richness, tangy zest and briny goodness that’s perfect for perking up a winter’s day. The right wine pairing will provide a backdrop for that interplay, or with Seafood 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.

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 10 2019-12-19 3:39 AM COLOMBA 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 FOR COMPLETE ONLINE, TASTING SEE PAGE NOTES 41. AND TO

p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 11 2019-12-19 3:39 AM The consummate comfort food, pasta comes in all shapes, sizes and sauces. Ragù, or meat sauce, is a staple, and Pasta bolognese is a regional ragù that typically includes beef, pork, tomato and wine. Chianti Classico, made from Sangiovese, is a quintessential pairing for bolognese and Bolognese 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.

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 12 2019-12-19 3:40 AM VILLA 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 FOR COMPLETE ONLINE, TASTING SEE PAGE NOTES 43. AND TO

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 13 2019-12-19 3:40 AM ORDER FOR Spain’s most popular dish comes in a variety of local COMPLETE

styles, but the original – paella Valenciana – eschews ONLINE, Rabbit-and- seafood in favour of rabbit, making it perfect for TASTING

red wines. The savoury red fruit and earthy notes SEE of a Tempranillo-based Gran Reserva from Rioja PAGES mingle well with the rabbit, while the heft, structure Chorizo NOTES and smokiness of the wine complement the chorizo. 44 TO

A slightly smoother, softer Douro red blend of AND Tempranillo with native Portuguese grapes still has 45. TO

Paella 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.

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Pairing 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

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p2-15 Vin.Jan25_ComfortFood EN.indd 15 2019-12-19 3:40 AM TAKEOUT 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.

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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 the return of high-quality burgers with Full-bodied & Firm 012846 (XD) 750 mL 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 19

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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 bright red fruit, structure and lifted 577734 (XD) 750 mL 93 points (James Suckling, $13.95 1 acidity. The Castellani Campomaggio jamessuckling.com) 4 Organic product has all this and Chianti Classico 2015 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 21

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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 SAUVIGNON TOURAINE 2018 preserved by fermenting it in something new and interesting, such as the popular California roll. AC, Loire, France rice (the rice wasn’t eaten, 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, then, in the seventh century, it Also great with: chicken wings 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 FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE AND TO as sushi became popular in ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE 38. Japan in the mid-1800s.

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FOR COMPLETE TASTING NOTE AND TO AND TO NOTE FOR TASTING COMPLETE 41. ORDER ONLINE, SEE PAGE FRIEDRICH-WILHELM- SCHIEFER GYMNASIUM 2017 FEINHERB RIESLING (wineandspiritsmagazine.com) & Flavourful Aromatic 011631 $20.95 Vintages at New Qualitätswein, Mosel, Germany Mosel, Qualitätswein, with green and mineral, Salty-sweet and lemon zest. herbs, pear Also with: great curry Indian 90 points

Prevedello Prevedello Dry Prosecco 2018 Prosecco Dry (262881, see page 32). SZE- of component The key is hot cooking Szechuan it a which makes spice, off-dry for match great the such as whites Friedrich-Wilhelm- Schiefer Gymnasium 2017 Riesling Feinherb sparklers zesty bright, or such as the Extra Superiore Asolo CHUAN

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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 011814 (D) 750 mL cashews, Thai curries are categorized $20.95 2 $17.95 1 New at Vintages by colour. Green is the hottest, followed 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 25

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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 Dark berries and crushed cloves. Silky New Zealand 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 27

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THE ESSENTIALS COLLECTION 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.

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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

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p1 28-52 Jan 25 2020 Release EN.indd 29 2019-12-23 7:31 PM LOCAL FIND An insider’s guide to great Ontario wines. I love it because... A minimalist winemaking approach has 1. resulted in a pure expression of the vineyard. Laura Ruffolo Ontario Wine Buyer The layers of berry and redcurrant fruit also reveal pretty aromas of sandalwood 2. and cedar. It’s a fabulous winter red that will Winter 3. 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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ICEWINE

LAKEVIEW CELLARS product notes 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 (Michael Vaughan, vintageassessments.com, DRINK NOW: Enjoy tonight. There is no benefit to cellaring. 1 Feb. 2, 2019) 2 DRINK OR HOLD: Can be enjoyed now, but may be [The All Canadian Wine Championships did not matured further by cellaring, depending on individual­ 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 Lusciously Sweet enjoyed now by some, but we feel that it will develop 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 578807 ÍYx’RÎ Wines designated as organic 4 contain 30 mg/L or less of free sulphur for dry wines (<50 g/L sugar); 35 mg/L or less for sweeter wines (50-99 g/L sugar); 45 mg/L or less for sweet wines (>99 g/L sugar).

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:Niagara Escarpment Ontario-born Ferguson “Fergie” Jenkins was the BURROWING OWL SYRAH 2017 6 first Canadian Cy Young Award winner and the first BC VQA Okanagan Valley Canadian inducted into the MLB Hall of Fame. This (Wyse Family Wines) wine is crafted by the team at Rockway Vineyards Burrowing Owl’s Syrahs are perennially powerful, and shows juicy lime and tangy green apple with a rich, intense wines that offer tremendous depth and twist of subtle sweetness that makes it a winner complexity. They feature aromas and flavours of with spicy sausages or Asian dishes. black fruit and spice along with mocha accents and are also noted for their texture, balance and length. Aromatic & Flavourful A great age-worthy wine from one of BC’s most 750 mL (M) $16.95 2 recognized family estates. 485326 ÍPU:<Î Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $43.95 2 073072 Íi’È2QÎ BRITISH COLUMBIA

OAK BAY SEE YA LATER RANCH MAJOR’S BLOCK GEWÜRZTRAMINER 2015 6 RED BLEND 2016 6 BC VQA Okanagan Valley BC VQA Okanagan Valley (St. Hubertus) TASTING NOTE: Attractive notes of fresh crushed TASTING NOTE: From vineyards originally planted in dark berries and red flowers, with plum, cocoa and 1928, this is classically intense Gewürz with plenty vanilla. Excellent integration makes it an easy-to- of floral, lychee, key lime and grapefruit notes, along drink delight. Rich, ripe and spicy. There’s lots to love with a sprinkling of spice. Nice bright acidity balances here and a great deal happening all at once. This a hint of sweetness, making this a food-friendly supple, silky wine will be great with lamb or steak, choice for Thai noodles or chicken shawarma. but is approachable enough to serve as a contem- (Vintages panel, March 2019) plative sipper. (Vintages panel, March 2019) Aromatic & Flavourful Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (D) $17.95 1 750 mL (XD) $22.95 2 011814 Í+qÈ4HÎ 011815 Í+qÈ5LÎ Featured in Takeout Teammates

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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 027409 Í;HÈ9ÅÎ 366013 ÍD\-~Î

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 158790 Í/wzQÎ 537597 ÍUkÅtÎ

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 269258 Í:|ZmÎ 279810 Í;Æ*QÎ

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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 Featured as our Wine of the Month and in Takeout Teammates LA POSTA ESTELA ARMANDO 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 420695 ÍJ&Ã@Î 261586 Í:/v’Î

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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: (Patricio Tapia, 93 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 012842 Í,tÈ2GÎ Featured in Arrive in Style

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 013431 Í-KÈ1YÎ 012844 Í,tÈ4OÎ

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 012846 Í,tÈ6WÎ 108159 Í*q[JÎ Featured in Takeout Teammates

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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 538900 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 ÍUyÂ;Î 295873 Í=ZiYÎ

NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE SOUTH AFRICA – WHITE WINE AUNTSFIELD SINGLE VINEYARD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 M.A.N. PADSTAL CHARDONNAY 2018 Certified sustainable, Southern Valleys,

Marlborough, South Island WO Coastal Region 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 750 mL (XD) $14.95 2 Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $21.95 2 012423 Í,JÈ3^Î 663286 Íb@vqÎ

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 2 Featured in Takeout Teammates 750 mL (XD) $15.95 4 Organic product 013316 Í-?È6UÎ

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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 367284 ÍDht6Î

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 717991 Ígo{|Î 012098 Í,)È80Î

AUSTRIA – WHITE WINE BURGUNDY 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 1 Full-bodied & Rich 750 mL (XD) $18.95 750 mL (XD) $31.95 2 295626 Í=X:/Î 360495 ÍD$Ã6Î

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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) 727990 ÍhozzÎ Light & Crisp 750 mL (XD) $28.95 2 Featured in Comfort-Food Companions 289371 Í<}g1Î Featured in Comfort-Food Companions DOMAINE JACKY MARTEAU LANGUEDOC SAUVIGNON TOURAINE 2018 AC DOMAINE DE SÉRAME You will find this to be a floral, attractive wine, with VIOGNIER 2017 a concentrated lemon-tinged palate and a hint of IGP Pays d’Oc fruit sweetness on the close. This will be a wine that TASTING NOTE: This offers notable pear and peach, puts the focus on texture. A good option for any with lemon, white flowers and a dash of spice. seafood dish. Mid-weight and quite long, this Viognier certainly Aromatic & Flavourful delivers value at this price. A good option for a casual 750 mL (XD) $15.95 2 house white. Try it with poached salmon. (Vintages panel, Feb. 2019) 745349 ÍjUQ4Î Aromatic & Flavourful Featured in Takeout Teammates 750 mL (XD) $13.95 1 010631 Í*_È1~Î 4 Organic & biodynamic product FRANCE – RED WINE LOIRE FRANÇOIS VILLARD L’APPEL CHÂTEAU DE VALMER VOUVRAY 2017 DES SEREINES SYRAH 2016 AC France TASTING NOTE: Off-dry with suggestions of TASTING NOTE: Aromas of crushed, dark, violet-like beeswax, apple, ripe pear and white flowers, plus the flowers, grey stones, red fruit and pepper. There’s style’s characteristic tones of wet wool. The sweet- plenty of pepper on the palate, too, laced through ripe ness is perfectly pitched and balanced, making this red plums and cherries. Superb balance here. Very refined wine a great option for spicy Thai dishes. approachable tannins. Drink now or hold. Score: 92 (Vintages panel, March 2019) (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Jan. 7, 2019) Off-dry & Fruity Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (M) $17.95 1 750 mL (D) $19.95 2 140624 Í.&8ÈÎ 012978 Í,ÅÈ8yÎ

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BORDEAUX BEAUJOLAIS 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 2 750 mL (XD) $22.95 3 012028 Í,”È8”Î 011827 Í+rÈ7VÎ Featured in Takeout Teammates Featured as our Wine of the Month and in Comfort-Food Companions

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 426247 ÍJ^OÂÎ 011898 Í+yÈ8hÎ Featured in Comfort-Food Companions

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 Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $19.95 3 750 mL (XD) $13.95 2 630046 Í_ÂNÈÎ 012990 Í,ÇÈ0]Î

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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 Full-bodied & Smooth 478263 ÍOr_}Î 750 mL (D) $65.95 2 012982 Í,ÆÈ2cÎ RHÔNE Featured in Comfort-Food Companions BRUSSET LAURENT B. 2017 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 Medium-bodied & Fruity 539916 ÍUÇ0ÃÎ 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 010341 Í*BÈ1DÎ

J.L. CHAVE SÉLECTION MON COEUR ROUSSILLON CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2017 LAFAGE CAYROL VIEILLES VIGNES 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 494039 ÍQHGJÎ 995548 ÍÇWPNÎ Featured in Comfort-Food Companions

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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) 013004 Í-ÂÈ4vÎ Light & Crisp 750 mL (XD) $13.95 1 577734 ÍYmB&Î Featured in Takeout Teammates 4 Organic product 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 011631 Í+_È1ÃÎ 010952 Í*ÃÈ2[Î Featured in Takeout Teammates Featured in Comfort-Food Companions

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 011630 Í+_È0{Î 010954 Í*ÃÈ4cÎ Featured in Comfort-Food Companions

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ITALY – RED WINE MICHELE CHIARLO PALÁS BAROLO 2015 DOCG ABRUZZO TASTING NOTE: Very strong, dried-rose and tar aromas with orange zest and freshly tanned leather, TERRA D’ALIGI MONTEPULCIANO as well as dried red cherries. On the palate there’s D’ABRUZZO 2016 tart red fruit, abundant fine tannins and a lithe, juicy DOC edge. Very youthful. Try from 2023. Score: 92 TASTING NOTE: This is ripe and fruity – so much (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2019) so that the fruit suggests a sweetness on the palate. Full-bodied & Firm There’s lots of black fruit, spice and fresh acidity, 750 mL (XD) $37.95 3 with just the right amount of tannic grip. This great- value wine will cellar quite nicely for another 2-3 years 474437 ÍOLEJÎ but would also be a lovely option tonight for pairing with grilled sausages, or pasta in a rich, meaty sauce. (Vintages panel, July 2018) Medium-bodied & Fruity PUGLIA 750 mL (D) $13.95 2 981399 ÍÆ-Ç+Î MASSO ANTICO DA UVE LEGGERMENTE APPASSITO PRIMITIVO SALENTO 2017 CAMPANIA IGT TASTING NOTE: (Translated from the Italian): A wine CANTINA SAN PAOLO AGLIANICO 2017 with bright and harmonious smoothness that requires IGP Campania a deep inhale at first sip, in order to appreciate its TASTING NOTE: Wow! Now here’s great value! The full aromatic density ... the most pure blackberry pulp aglianico grape is considered to be the nebbiolo of prevails. On the palate, the balance of low acidity, southern Italy – firm, gutsy, complex. This captures so tannins, and smoothness is such that the velvetiness of much of this character for only $15. Great structure its berries to the senses ensures balance rather than and depth but in that dry, grippy Euro style that you concentration triumphing ... a splendidly added touch need to embrace up front. Expect lifted currants, of crisp oak to complement. An archetypal wine, one thyme, pepper, old spicy wood and earthiness. It is of the best of the year. Score: 99 (Luca Maroni, medium weight, warming, drying and thoroughly lucamaroni.com, April 4, 2018) engaging. The length is excellent. Score: 91 (David Full-bodied & Smooth Lawrason, winealign.com, Feb. 20, 2019) 750 mL (D) $16.95 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 012092 Í,)È2ÃÎ 750 mL (XD) $14.95 2 473132 ÍO?@!Î TUSCANY

PIEDMONT CASTELLANI CAMPOMAGGIO CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 FONTANAFREDDA LANGHE DOCG NEBBIOLO 2018 Approachable now, this wine will reward a further DOC 3-5+ years in your cellar. TASTING NOTE: Sourced from limestone-rich TASTING NOTE: The red fruit here really pops out hillside vineyards, this Nebbiolo was matured in with notes of raspberry cheesecake, strawberry oak for eight months. A tasty, approachably priced compote and redcurrants. The fruit is very attractive introduction to the wines of Piedmont, this has on the palate and the acidity carves out a soft, lithe impressive red berry, anise and black tea notes, with structure through the ripe yet firm tannins. Drink now. Nebbiolo’s telltale grippy tannins. A great wine for Score: 93 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, hard cheeses and charcuterie platters. (Vintages Sept. 11, 2018) panel, June 2019) Medium-bodied & Fruity Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $20.95 2 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 085027 Íu”È7gÎ 638312 Í_s,]Î Featured in Takeout Teammates

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CORTE MEDICEA CLETUS 2016 PICCINI SASSO AL POGGIO 2015 IGT Toscana IGT Toscana (Bollina) TASTING NOTE: A pretty red that shows raspberries, TASTING NOTE: Sensations: an exceptional wine. black plums, chocolate and iodine. Medium to full Impenetrable colour and full contact with its flow body, ripe tannins and a crisp, inviting finish. Drink thanks to majestic extractive consistency. The now or hold. Score: 92 (James Suckling, james balance between softness, acidity and thick tannin suckling.com, Nov. 25, 2018) is enjoyed in the smoothness and breadth on the Full-bodied & Firm palate. The oxidative integrity and clean wine 750 mL (XD) $23.95 2 execution can be felt in the purity and firmness of blackberry in all its vibrant and spicy sparkle. One 134809 Í-P)CÎ of the best Italian reds this year, hats off. Score: 96 Featured in Comfort-Food Companions (Luca Maroni, lucamaroni.com, Feb. 14, 2018) Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (D) $17.95 2 574137 ÍYIENÎ

BARBANERA SPECIAL SELECTION DA UVE LEGGERMENTE VILLA ANTINORI RISERVA APPASSITE 2017 CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 IGT Toscana Rosso DOCG This wine was fermented using partially dried grapes. (Marchesi Antinori) Drying prior to fermentation concentrates sugars TASTING NOTE: Ripe and spicy, featuring cherry, and flavour components within the grape, imparting plum, almond and earth flavors. As this plays out on additional colour, flavour and body to the final wine. the finish, leather and tobacco notes join the party and This example will offer intense red and black cherry the well-integrated structure provides ample support. framed by vanilla and sweet spices, with a smooth, Best from 2021 through 2035. Score: 94 (Bruce silky mouthfeel. Perfect for roasted meats or hearty Sanderson, winespectator.com, April 30, 2019) winter stews. Medium-bodied & Fruity 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $29.95 750 mL (D) $15.95 2 540971 ÍV)gqÎ Featured in Comfort-Food Companions 010963 Í*ÄÈ3aÎ

VENETO LAZZERETTI BRUNELLO DI LE BIGNELE AMARONE DELLA MONTALCINO 2013 VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2013 DOCG DOCG TASTING NOTE: Dense and rich, with a matrix of (Aldrighetti) tannins and vibrant acidity supporting cherry, plum TASTING NOTE: Slightly mature, intense hue. Pro- and spice flavors. Flashes of earth and tobacco found, complex, elegant nose marrying black cherry, add depth as this cruises to a long finish. Best from prune, Havana cigar and mild spices. Ample, structured, 2021 through 2033. Score: 92 (Bruce Sanderson, very well-integrated palate, supported by persistent winespectator.com, June 30, 2018) freshness. Superb array of aromatics for a consummate wine. Score: 94 (gilbertgaillard.com, 2018) Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $46.95 3 Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (D) $48.95 2 318352 Í?sTNÎ 011860 Í+vÈ0BÎ

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ITALY – RED WINE CONT’D PROVA CEGA 2017 DOC Douro VENETO (Quinta de Curvos) TASTING NOTE: This wine blends 50% Touriga REMO FARINA MONTECORNA RIPASSO Nacional with equal parts Touriga Franca and Tinta VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO SUPERIORE Roriz (Tempranillo). It’s silky and ripe with good 2017 intensity of dark cherry, licorice and sweet spices, DOC and an elegantly structured finish. An outstanding Sourced exclusively from the hillside Montecorna value, and a good choice for meaty fare. (Vintages vineyard in the Valpolicella Classico zone, this wine panel, April 2019) will suggest intense black cherry, chocolate, coffee, Full-bodied & Smooth raspberry and smoke. Look for a plush mouthfeel 750 mL (XD) $12.95 2 and good length. This style bridges the gap between Valpolicella Classico Superiore and Amarone 446054 ÍL\V3Î Classico styles. Enjoy with braised leg of lamb. Featured in Comfort-Food Companions [Luca Maroni did not include a tasting note.] Score: 93 (Luca Maroni, lucamaroni.com, Aug. 8, 2019) Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (D) $19.95 2 056267 ÍX:È7zÎ SPAIN – WHITE WINE

TEDESCHI VALPOLICELLA CUATRO RAYAS SUPERIORE 2017 4R VERDEJO 2018 DOC DO Rueda TASTING NOTE: This is an elegantly fashioned (Castellana) Valpolicella Superiore that delivers juicy ripe black This fresh, balanced white will deliver delicate but fruit, with flourishes of old wood and spice. It’s precise citrus, green apple and stone fruit aromas and smooth, though there is a gentle tannic tug providing flavours, with just a hint of honey in the background. structure. A superb food wine, it’s a nicely priced A refreshing, vibrant wine that will be a nice option for red that would be fantastic with risotto or a meaty pairing with fresh seafood dishes. winter stew. (Vintages panel, May 2019) Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) 1 Medium-bodied & Fruity $13.95 750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 010969 Í*ÄÈ9yÎ 012726 Í,hÈ6?Î

PORTUGAL – RED WINE SPAIN – RED WINE CABRIZ COLHEITA SELECIONADA 2016 DOC Dão ALVIDES TINTO ROBLE Since 1989, Quinta de Cabriz has played a significant TEMPRANILLO 2016 role in fueling the growing international identity of DO Ribera del Duero the Dão region. Wines such as this blend of Touriga TASTING NOTE: Lots of primary fruit character Nacional, Tinta Roriz and Alfrocheiro are paving with dark berries and crushed cloves. Medium to full the way. Expect a well-structured, balanced wine with body, silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink or notes of wildflowers, red berries, mineral, and some hold. Score: 92 (James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, earthy and meaty tones. Enjoy with grilled red meat Aug. 2, 2018) or charred chicken. Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) 2 Medium-bodied & Fruity $16.95 750 mL (D) $14.95 1 010699 Í*eÈ9CÎ 247973 Í8oi~Î Featured in Takeout Teammates

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JUAN GIL HONORO VERA ORGANIC MONASTRELL 2017 DOP Jumilla TASTING NOTE: Lurid ruby. Smoke-accented cherry and blackcurrant scents are complemented by suggestions of black pepper, licorice and cured meat. Taut and structured on the palate, offering dark berry and bitter cherry flavors that are sweet- ened by a subtle violet pastille nuance. Fine-grained tannins build steadily on the finish, which lingers with good, smoke-tinged persistence. There’s some- thing Syrah-like going on here. (all stainless steel) Drinking window: 2019-2023. Score: 89 (Josh Raynolds, vinous.com, April 2019) Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $13.95 2 010689 Í*dÈ9AÎ 4 Organic product

SONSIERRA GRAN RESERVA 2012 Rioja Alta, DOCa Rioja TASTING NOTE: I loved the nose of the 2012 Gran Reserva, which was surprisingly aromatic with classical notes of cherries in liqueur, blonde tobacco, hints of cured meat, spices and smoke. This is always a good compromise between the modern and more classical style. The palate is nicely balanced with fine tannins. Drink date: 2018-2022. Score: 90 (Luis Gutiérrez, robertparker.com, Feb. 28, 2018) Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $20.95 2 010822 Í*rÈ2AÎ Featured in Comfort-Food Companions

CHINA – RED WINE

CHATEAU CHANGYU MOSER XV HELAN MOUNTAIN CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Helan Mountain Range, Ningxia (Lenz Moser) TASTING NOTE: The drylands of Ningxia in northern Hand-picked proven China produce about a quarter of the country’s wine. This unoaked Cabernet is the creation of acclaimed favourites from around Austrian winemaker Lenz Moser and offers black- currant, blueberry and plum, with overtones of leather, the world. dried herbs and cedar. It’ll show best through 2022 with grilled or stir-fried beef dishes. (Vintages panel, April 2019) Always available. Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $22.95 2 Check out lcbo.com/essentials 012462 Í,NÈ2bÎ

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p1 28-52 Jan 25 2020 Release EN.indd 45 2019-12-23 7:37 PM Discover our monthly Classics Collection of top wines from the world’s finest producers. View the current collection and order at lcbo.com/vintages-classics.

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ICEWINE CANADA – ONTARIO n 471813 LAKEVIEW CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON ICEWINE 2017 6 (200 mL) Page 31 $39.95 n 578807 WAYNE GRETZKY NO. 99 VIDAL ICEWINE 2017 6 (375 mL) Page 31 $72.95 SPARKLING WINE ARGENTINA n 011806 LA MASCOTA EXTRA BRUT ROSÉ SPARKLING Page 31 $19.95 ITALY – VENETO n 262881 PREVEDELLO ASOLO SUPERIORE EXTRA DRY PROSECCO 2018 Page 32 $16.95 WHITE WINE CANADA – ONTARIO n 485326 ROCKWAY FERGIE JENKINS LIMITED EDITION RIESLING 2017 6 Page 32 $16.95 CANADA – BRITISH COLUMBIA n 011814 OAK BAY GEWÜRZTRAMINER 2015 6 Page 32 $17.95 USA – CALIFORNIA n 027409 IRONY CHARDONNAY 2017 Page 33 $24.95 n 158790 KENWOOD CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 33 $18.95 USA – OREGON n 269258 A TO Z WINEWORKS CHARDONNAY 2017 Page 33 $22.95 AUSTRALIA n 108159 STELLA BELLA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018 Page 35 $21.95 NEW ZEALAND n 663286 AUNTSFIELD SINGLE VINEYARD SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Page 36 $21.95 n 009167 MOMO ORGANIC SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018 4 Page 36 $19.95 SOUTH AFRICA n 012423 M.A.N. PADSTAL CHARDONNAY 2018 Page 36 $14.95 AUSTRIA n 295626 STADT KREMS GRÜNER VELTLINER 2018 Page 37 $18.95 FRANCE – ALSACE n 367284 HUGEL GENTIL 2017 Page 37 $17.95 FRANCE – BORDEAUX n 012098 FAMILLE SICHEL LES HAUTS DE BEL AIR SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018 Page 37 $14.95 FRANCE – BURGUNDY n 360495 CHÂTEAU VITALLIS VIEILLES VIGNES POUILLY-FUISSÉ 2017 Page 37 $31.95 n 289371 DOMAINE SÉGUINOT-BORDET CHABLIS 2018 Page 38 $28.95 FRANCE – LANGUEDOC n 010631 DOMAINE DE SÉRAME VIOGNIER 2017 4 Page 38 $13.95 FRANCE – LOIRE n 140624 CHÂTEAU DE VALMER VOUVRAY 2017 Page 38 $17.95 n 727990 CHATELAIN LES CHARMES POUILLY-FUMÉ 2017 Page 38 $27.95 n 745349 DOMAINE JACKY MARTEAU SAUVIGNON TOURAINE 2018 Page 38 $15.95 GERMANY – MOSEL n 011631 FRIEDRICH-WILHELM- GYMNASIUM SCHIEFER FEINHERB RIESLING 2017 Page 41 $20.95 ITALY – MARCHE n 577734 DE ANGELIS OFFIDA PECORINO 2018 4 Page 41 $13.95 ITALY – SICILY n 010952 COLOMBA BIANCA RESILIENCE INSOLIA 2018 Page 41 $16.95 ITALY – TRENTINO n 010954 CASTEL FIRMIAN PINOT GRIGIO 2018 Page 41 $16.95 SPAIN n 010969 CUATRO RAYAS 4R VERDEJO 2018 Page 44 $13.95 RED WINE CANADA – ONTARIO n 451328 NOMAD WANDERLUST 2016 6 Page 32 $19.95 CANADA – BRITISH COLUMBIA n 073072 BURROWING OWL SYRAH 2017 6 Page 32 $43.95 n 011815 SEE YA LATER RANCH MAJOR’S BLOCK RED BLEND 2016 6 Page 32 $22.95 USA – CALIFORNIA n 366013 BELLE GLOS DAIRYMAN VINEYARD PINOT NOIR 2017 Page 33 $59.95 n 537597 IRONSTONE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Page 33 $17.95 n 279810 PASO CREEK ZINFANDEL 2017 Page 33 $19.95 n 350454 RODNEY STRONG ALEXANDER VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 Page 34 $32.95 n 013691 ST. HUBERTS THE STAG CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 Page 34 $24.95 USA – WASHINGTON n 420695 LONE BIRCH SYRAH 2016 Page 34 $20.95 n 387753 MERCER HORSE HEAVEN HILLS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 Page 34 $24.95 ARGENTINA n 400150 EL ENEMIGO MALBEC 2015 Page 34 $23.95 n 261586 LA POSTA ESTELA ARMANDO BONARDA 2017 Page 34 $15.95 n 618348 NORTON D.O.C. MALBEC 2016 Page 35 $15.95 CHILE n 013431 LUIS FELIPE EDWARDS SELECCIÓN DE FAMILIA Page 35 $17.95 GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2018 AUSTRALIA n 012842 ANGOVE FAMILY CREST SHIRAZ 2017 Page 35 $19.95 n 012844 QUARISA MRS. Q CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2015 Page 35 $18.95 n 012846 SIDEWOOD STABLEMATE SHIRAZ 2016 Page 35 $16.95 n 295873 YALUMBA THE STRAPPER GSM 2016 Page 36 $19.95 NEW ZEALAND n 538900 VIDAL RESERVE PINOT NOIR 2017 Page 36 $24.95 SOUTH AFRICA n 013316 GLENELLY THE GLASS COLLECTION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Page 36 $15.95 n 012428 KLIPPENKOP PINOTAGE 2018 Page 37 $13.95 n 717991 RUPERT & ROTHSCHILD CLASSIQUE 2016 Page 37 $24.95 FRANCE n 012978 FRANÇOIS VILLARD L’APPEL DES SEREINES SYRAH 2016 Page 38 $19.95 FRANCE – BORDEAUX n 011827 CHÂTEAU BEAUSEJOUR CUVÉE PRESTIGE FRONSAC 2016 Page 39 $22.95 n 426247 CHÂTEAU LES TOURELLES 2015 Page 39 $15.95 n 630046 CHÂTEAU L’ESCADRE GRANDE RÉSERVE 2016 Page 39 $19.95 FRANCE – BEAUJOLAIS n 012028 GÉRARD BRISSON LES CHARMES LA LOUVE MORGON 2018 Page 39 $20.95 FRANCE – BURGUNDY n 011898 LOUIS LATOUR LES PIERRES DORÉES PINOT NOIR 2017 Page 39 $26.95 FRANCE – LANGUEDOC n 012990 CHÂTEAU CAMPLONG GRANDE RÉSERVE CORBIÈRES 2018 Page 39 $13.95 FRANCE – LOIRE n 478263 DOMAINE LES PINS CUVÉE LES ROCHETTES BOURGUEIL 2017 Page 40 $17.95 SATURDAY, JANUARY 25, 2020 VINTAGES 47

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RED WINE CONT’D FRANCE – RHÔNE n 010341 BRUSSET LAURENT B. 2017 Page 40 $19.95 n 995548 J.L. CHAVE SÉLECTION MON COEUR CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2017 Page 40 $22.95 n 012982 LES CAILLOUX CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2016 Page 40 $65.95 n 539916 ROC DES TEMPLIERS PLAN DE DIEU CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2017 Page 40 $14.95 FRANCE – ROUSSILLON n 494039 LAFAGE CAYROL VIEILLES VIGNES CARIGNAN 2016 Page 40 $18.95 FRANCE – SOUTHWEST n 013004 PLAIMONT COLOMBELLE MERLOT/TANNAT 2018 Page 41 $12.95 GERMANY – BADEN n 011630 BLACK FOREST T/312 PINOT NOIR 2015 Page 41 $19.95 ITALY – ABRUZZO n 981399 TERRA D’ALIGI MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO 2016 Page 42 $13.95 ITALY – CAMPANIA n 473132 CANTINA SAN PAOLO AGLIANICO 2017 Page 42 $14.95 ITALY – PIEDMONT n 638312 FONTANAFREDDA LANGHE NEBBIOLO 2018 Page 42 $19.95 n 474437 MICHELE CHIARLO PALÁS BAROLO 2015 Page 42 $37.95 ITALY – PUGLIA n 012092 MASSO ANTICO DA UVE LEGGERMENTE APPASSITO PRIMITIVO SALENTO 2017 Page 42 $16.95 ITALY – TUSCANY n 010963 BARBANERA SPECIAL SELECTION DA UVE LEGGERMENTE APPASSITE 2017 Page 43 $15.95 n 085027 CASTELLANI CAMPOMAGGIO CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 Page 42 $20.95 n 574137 CORTE MEDICEA CLETUS 2016 Page 43 $17.95 n 318352 LAZZERETTI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2013 Page 43 $46.95 n 134809 PICCINI SASSO AL POGGIO 2015 Page 43 $23.95 n 540971 VILLA ANTINORI RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 Page 43 $29.95 ITALY – VENETO n 011860 LE BIGNELE AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2013 Page 43 $48.95 n 056267 REMO FARINA MONTECORNA RIPASSO VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO SUPERIORE 2017 Page 44 $19.95 n 012726 TEDESCHI VALPOLICELLA SUPERIORE 2017 Page 44 $17.95 PORTUGAL n 247973 CABRIZ COLHEITA SELECIONADA 2016 Page 44 $14.95 n 446054 PROVA CEGA 2017 Page 44 $12.95 SPAIN n 010699 ALVIDES TINTO ROBLE TEMPRANILLO 2016 Page 44 $16.95 n 010689 JUAN GIL HONORO VERA ORGANIC MONASTRELL 2017 4 Page 45 $13.95 n 010822 SONSIERRA GRAN RESERVA 2012 Page 45 $20.95 CHINA n 012462 CHATEAU CHANGYU MOSER XV HELAN MOUNTAIN CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Page 45 $22.95 The perfect gift. Every time. Vintages gift cards are available in store and online. Free shipping when you order at lcbo.com/giftcards.

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p1 28-52 Jan 25 2020 Release EN.indd 51 2019-12-19 3:53 AM In our next catalogue... good to know February 8, 2020 FEATURE STORIES All products in this catalogue can be ordered online at • • How wines are shaped by soil, slopes and soaring height lcbo.com or through our app (available from the App Store • Local Talent: Wine for your valentine or Google Play), or obtained at Vintages locations across Ontario. Quantities are limited, and product availability WINES OF THE MONTH varies by store. BERNARDESCHI GOVERNO ALL’USO ROSSO 2017 IGT Toscana, Tuscany, Italy (013519) Visit to find out about new releases, • lcbo.com/vintages ARBOLEDA CARMENÈRE 2017 special offers, events and more, or be the first to know by Aconcagua Valley, Chile (046284) signing up for the Vintages Latest weekly e-newsletter. ARRIVE IN STYLE • If you receive this catalogue by mail and are moving or CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR GRANDS LANDES 2015 want to unsubscribe, call helloLCBO at 416-365-5900 AC Montagne Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France (387522) or 1-800-668-5226 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., or visit lcbo.com/hellolcbo. This catalogue can also be viewed online at lcbo.com/vintages.

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p1 28-52 Jan 25 2020 Release EN.indd 52 2019-12-19 3:54 AM Arrive instyle with a resolution The Latin on the label of this Shiraz translates to “God willing, I will win.” Which begs the question: as we head into this new year and new decade, what will your personal maxim be? While you contemplate it, why not pledge to enjoy the black cherry, plum, dark chocolate and licorice tones of this generous wine with friends and family. That will kick things off in fine style.

ANGOVE FAMILY CREST SHIRAZ 2017 Vegan friendly, McLaren Vale, South Australia

12842 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 Medium-bodied & Fruity 94 points (winecompanion.com.au)

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