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WILLIAM HILL CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 North Coast, California 453647 (XD) 750 mL $23.95 2

This easygoing Cabernet is made with fruit from Lake, Mendocino and Sonoma counties, and a dollop of Merlot is blended in to round out the mouthfeel and add extra depth before the wine is aged in French oak. Look for ripe blackberry and black cherry fruit with wisps of vanilla, and pair the wine with marinated flank steak and grilled bell peppers.

Full-bodied & Smooth

BALBÁS CRIANZA 2016 DO Ribera del Duero, Spain 437673 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 2

TASTING NOTE: Cocoa and sandalwood notes frame currant, wild berry, toast and mineral flavors in this expressive red. Dense but remains lively and fresh, with a floral finish. Drink now through 2028. Score: 92 (Thomas Matthews, winespectator.com, April 30, 2019)

Full-bodied & Firm

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 2 2021-05-06 7:20 PM This long, narrow country laddered by valleys features a noteworthy depth of grape varieties fashioned into wines that reach new heights of quality.

It’s impressive how fresh and vibrant Chile’s wine industry seems, considering the country has nearly 500 years of winemaking heritage. The secret lies in a never-ending search for new sites and expressions that continually drives a bold evolution in quality across even well-established regions. Chile is the longest and narrowest country in the world, and its transverse valleys, bookended by the Pacific and the Andes, offer a vast range of climatic opportunities for terroir-hunting winemakers. Read on as we explore eight of the remarkable valleys that comprise this viticultural paradise.

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CHILE ELQUI VALLEY /EL-kee/

The Elqui Valley sits at the southern end of the world’s driest desert (the Atacama) and is roughly 400 kilometres north of Chile’s capital, Santiago. The region is famous for its sunshine and its clear skies. Home to over a dozen observatories, Elqui was the world’s first designated Interna- tional Dark Sky Sanctuary and is a hotbed for astronomers and stargazers. For winemakers, this translates to higher levels of vine-fuelling solar radiation. The soils are thin and rocky, offering good drainage. The valley is hot, and irrigation is a necessity, but plantings at 2,000 metres above sea level create conditions cool

enough for mouth-watering Sauvignon A rare glimpse of snow Blanc and Chardonnay as well as aromatic, in the arid Elqui Valley. balanced, intense Syrah and Carmenère.

FALERNIA GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2017 Elqui Valley TASTING NOTE: This comes from the hot sandy soils of Vicuña, which Giorgio Flessati says are ideally suited to the variety, and is partly made with the appassimento technique of drying grapes that is used in the Veneto region of northern Italy. Off-dry and slightly figgy, with a green undertone and spicy 15% new American oak. Drink date: 2020-2025. Score: 90 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth 269175 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 2

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 4 2021-05-11 4:02 PM Limarí Valley CHILE LIMARÍ VALLEY /lee-ma-REE/

Autumnal vineyards and cacti in Tamaya (the name translates to “high lookout”).

When you’re looking to create distinct and noteworthy wines, having unique soils isn’t a bad place to start. The limestone soils of the Limarí Valley are rare in Chile; most other growing areas feature primarily volcanic soils. Limarí’s soils come from ancient seabeds that were raised by the same tectonic GEMMA SPARKLING ROSÉ events that formed the Andes. The valley is best known for its Chardonnay. Traditional method, Limarí Valley Cool morning ocean fogs that moderate the warm temperatures in coastal TASTING NOTE: The sparkling wines from areas also encourage striking Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. The bright Limarí-focused operation are on a steep upward curve in the hands of Italian oenologist, Carlo acidity that defines these wines also permits the production of top-flight Francini. Combining Pinot Noir with 30% sparkling wines. Syrah is grown in both coastal and warmer inland sites; Chardonnay and spending 24 months on lees, the wines exhibit increasingly overt power the farther they are from the sea. it’s pale, haunting and complex with very fine Red grapes such as Cabernet, Merlot and Carmenère also do well here, bubbles. Drink date: 2019-2023. Score: 94 creating ripe, fresh wines that are markedly fruit-forward. (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Chile Special Report 2019) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 18558 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 2 New at Vintages 4 Organic product VINTAGES 5

34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 5 2021-05-06 7:21 PM CHILE Aconcagua Valley ACONCAGUA VALLEY /ah-kohn-KAH-gwa/

The Aconcagua Valley is named for the Aconcagua River and Mount Aconcagua; the latter is the highest mountain in the Andes (and the Americas). The region nicely encapsulates the viticultural advantages provided by the west-to-east course of Chile’s valleys. Vineyards near the ocean sit at roughly 50 metres above sea level, while those at the eastern end reach heights of over 1,000 metres. Between the cool ocean sites and those planted in the shadow of the snow-capped Andes lies the hottest, driest wine region in Chile. Vines grown in the central reaches of the valley create intense, ripe, broad-shouldered Cabernet and Carmenère, while the cooler areas engender fresh, lively wines from the likes of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. As in Limarí, Syrah is produced across the valley, creating an exciting range of styles and expressions.

Mount Aconcagua is the highest point in the western hemisphere.

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 6 2021-05-06 7:21 PM MONTES ALPHA CHARDONNAY 2018 Casablanca Vineyard, DO Aconcagua Costa TASTING NOTE: The creamy texture to this is really enticing with sliced cooked apples and lemons and some light vanilla. It’s full-bodied, yet very fresh and lively. Flavorful finish. Pretty complexity. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) Full-bodied & Rich 390203 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 7 2021-05-06 7:22 PM ERRÁZURIZ MAX PINOT NOIR 2019 Anniversary Edition, DO Aconcagua TASTING NOTE: This has a swathe of fresh, spicy French oak, making an impressively complex impression on the nose with plenty of fragrant, red florals and cherries. The palate has a very succulent feel with attractively fresh fruit pop. Special 150th anniversary edition. Drink or hold. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) Medium-bodied & Fruity 19244 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 New at Vintages

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ERRÁZURIZ SYRAH 2018 DO Aconcagua Costa TASTING NOTE: This is really complex in the nose with crushed blackberries, black pepper, tar and grilled meat. Full body, tight and creamy tannins and a delicious finish. Complex and intriguing. Drink or hold. Score: 95 (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth 387910 (XD) 750 mL $21.95 2 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts

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Curicó CURICÓ Valley VALLEY /kur-ee-KOH/

Catch the flavour.

One of the most distinctive features of the Curicó Valley is the coastal mountain range, which limits the impact of the Pacific Ocean on the region’s westernmost vineyards. These areas are typically cool in Chile, but here are quite warm. The coolest parts of Curicó are those in the foothills of the Andes, ESPIRITU DE CHILE INTREPIDO and this gives the region a somewhat unique dispersal of varietals. In fact, the RESERVA MERLOT 2019 Curicó Valley contains the most diverse assortment of grapes, red and white, Sustainable, Curicó Valley in all of Chile, though it’s best known for its Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon TASTING NOTE: This is a pretty merlot with Blanc and Chardonnay. Miguel Torres set up shop here in 1979, and the plum, green-olive and fresh-vanilla aromas techniques he imported from Spain have had a lasting effect on Chilean and flavors. Medium to full body, lightly chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink or hold. winemaking. In a country renowned for wines of outstanding value and quality, Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) those from Curicó are famously among the most reliable and consistent. Full-bodied & Smooth 19241 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2 New at Vintages

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Cachapoal CACHAPOAL Valley VALLEY /kah-cha-po-AL/

Cachapoal Valley is a sub-region of the Rapel Valley. The San Pedro Sideral 2018 featured here (a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Cabernet Franc) is a prime example of the value and quality of the blends for which Rapel is known. The fruit from Cachapoal adds refinement and elegance to these wines and imparts a distinct mineral tone. Though Cachapoal is predominantly cut off from ocean influence, mesoclimates have been created where gaps in the hills allow This café boasts cooling Pacific breezes and fogs to work panoramic their way inland. These cooler pockets vineyard views. produce some of the finest examples of Chile’s signature red grape, Carmenère. Alongside the red grapes, Chardonnay does very well in both higher-altitude and cool-area vineyard sites.

SAN PEDRO SIDERAL 2018 DO Cachapoal Valley Andes TASTING NOTE: 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Syrah, 4% Cabernet Franc. Bright blackberry fruit with hints of black pepper and stone. Juicy cassis on the palate with vibrancy and structure. Classy and long finish with generous fruit. Score: 96 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2020) Full-bodied & Firm 632927 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2

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Colchagua COLCHAGUA Valley VALLEY /kohl-CHA-gwa/

Colchagua lies to the south of Cachapoal but is larger, with more diverse soils and more varied mesoclimates. Bordeaux varietals flourish in the region’s volcanic soils and warm, dry conditions, which inspire robust, complex, ageable Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Malbec. The area’s suitability for these grapes has attracted considerable international interest and investment, including from Bordeaux’s renowned Rothschilds. When used in Rapel Valley blends, the reds from Colchagua add fruit intensity and power to Cachapoal’s sophistication. Sites planted on the steep slopes of Colchagua’s coastal areas produce superb premium- quality white grapes, with Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay being the most important.

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 12 2021-05-06 7:23 PM LAURA HARTWIG SINGLE VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 DO Colchagua Valley TASTING NOTE: Wild-herb notes with a fresh, leafy edge, as well as violets and dried red berries. Powdery, gently drying tannin sets up a vibrant, purple fruit-flavored palate. Good depth. Drink or hold. Score: 91 (jamessuckling. com, April 17, 2020) Medium-bodied & Fruity 13428 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 2

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 13 2021-05-11 4:03 PM [Chile is] a wine scene seemingly stuck on fast-forward, buckled into a thrilling rollercoaster ride of discovery, exploration, reinvention and experimentation.”

Peter Richards, MW decanter.com, August 29, 2020

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 14 2021-05-06 7:24 PM The Apalta (a-PAL-ta) sub-region is home to some of Chile’s most renowned producers, including Lapostolle, and some of the country’s most highly sought-after red wines. The cold Humboldt Current moderates temperatures here, and vines are planted in alluvial soils on the valley floor and granitic soils on the hillsides. The name Apalta translates to “poor soils,” which are perfect for viticul- ture. Vines here struggle to survive, which creates wines of great concentration, flavour intensity and structure.

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CASA SILVA 1912 VINES SAUVIGNON GRIS 2020 YOU Sustainable, DO Colchagua Valley TASTING NOTE: Sauvignon gris is not a common KNOW? variety in Chile ... There’s a legacy of old vines throughout the Central Valley, however, and Casa Silva has an old vineyard beside its Sauvignon Gris winery in Colchagua that was planted to the grape in 1912, and that’s where it gets this This mutation of Sauvignon delicious white, a Descorchados favorite ... Blanc is native to Bordeaux, fruity aromas meld with the spicy notes, and where it’s blended in very small the finish is accompanied by that festive acidity amounts to add depth to its that invites a second glass. Score: 93 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2021) relative. Sauvignon Gris wines are ripe, with tropical and citrus Aromatic & Flavourful fruit notes, and are richer in 19580 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 New at Vintages texture than Sauvignon Blanc. Though they possess similar herbaceous notes, they’re less aromatic.

LAPOSTOLLE CUVÉE ALEXANDRE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Sustainable, DO Apalta TASTING NOTE: The blackcurrants and violets are impressive on the nose with hints of slate. Full-bodied, yet always refined and in check. Linear and tight. Black olives and blue fruit at the finish. Drink after 2021. Score:95 (jamessuckling.com, Jan. 14, 2021) Full-bodied & Firm 947929 (XD) 750 mL $27.95 2

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Maule MAULE Valley VALLEY /MOW-lay/

Wild horses in The quality of the wines produced in the Radal Siete Tazas National Park. Maule Valley, Chile’s largest wine region, has skyrocketed in recent years, in part due to the enthusiasm for pushing the limits of viable growing areas. Winemakers have a wide variety of sites to explore, from river valleys and hillsides to high- altitude plantings in the foothills of the Andes. A common factor across the region is the ample sunshine and cool evenings. Taking advantage of the nuances found in these mesoclimates and their varied soils, which include clay, gravel, loam and granite, allows for truly refined blends to be created. The region is a go-to area for Cabernet and Carmenère and is home to some of Chile’s oldest Carignan plantings.

MAPU RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2019 Vegan, sustainable, Maule Valley (Baron Philippe de Rothschild) TASTING NOTE: Aromas of rose petals and blackberries with wet earth, following through to a full body and linear, fine tannins. Savory finish. Solid depth here. Drink or hold. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth 19242 (XD) 750 mL $13.95 2 New at Vintages

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 16 2021-05-11 10:48 AM EMILIANA VIGNO VIGNADORES DE CARIGNAN 2017 Vegan, sustainable, DO Maule Valley TASTING NOTE: A Vigno that joins in with the new style of carignans that are much fresher and smoother, this one comes from a vineyard planted in the Melozal zone in 1950. It was primarily aged in 2,000-liter foudres (85% of the total volume), which doesn’t allow the oak to interfere much with the fruit, which is fresh and red, set in medium body with firm (but never aggressive) tannins. This is a wine for the cellar, but you could also drink it now with deli meats. Score: 94 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2020) Medium-bodied & Fruity 19247 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 New at Vintages 4 Organic product

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 17 2021-05-11 4:03 PM CHILE MALLECO

Malleco VALLEY Valley /mah-YAH-ko/

The Malleco region is on the path to greatness.

The Malleco Valley is the southernmost region in Chile and experiences relatively high levels of winter precipitation. The volcanic red clay and sandy soils of the area provide ample drainage, forcing the vines to dig deep and work hard to find water. This translates to wines of greater flavour concentration WILLIAM FÈVRE LITTLE QUINO and structure. The region has a very short growing season, but the high SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 quotient of sunlight hours allows grapes to ripen, while the cold climate DO Malleco Valley assures high levels of acidity and promotes wines of great balance and TASTING NOTE: A subtle delight of a wine with freshness. This challenging area is at the extreme of viability from a winemaking herbal and citrus aromas and light, fresh body, perspective, but the conditions are ideal for racy Chardonnay, Sauvignon although those flavors are deep and penetrating at the same time. It seems frugal, but it actually Blanc and Pinot Noir with profound varietal character. It’s a relatively new has the weight to serve with ceviche. This region with small production levels, but its high-quality wines have already sauvignon is from the very first vines that William garnered considerable international attention. Fèvre planted in Malleco in 2007. Score: 92 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, 2020) Aromatic & Flavourful 17609 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2 New at Vintages

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Chile EN.indd 18 2021-05-11 10:48 AM BUYER’S CORNER Five reasons product manager Marc Staples considers Chile a go-to region for great wine.

A modern winery in Aconcagua Valley.

1/Carmenère, its proprietary grape “Chile’s signature grape varietal has become increasingly important and well-known. Spicy, dark and rich, it’s a great summer wine for sipping on the patio or pairing with food from the barbecue.”

2/The positive price/quality equation “Chile has evolved beyond its dated reputation for simple, cheap varietal wines. It’s now known for world-class quality at exceptional value at all price points, but especially at the more premium end of the spectrum, where quality has improved exponentially.”

3/The approachability factor “These wines are made to be approachable upon release, which means they’re ready to enjoy. The ripe fruit, balanced acids and great varietal typicity give you exactly what you’re looking for when you open up a bottle.”

4/A sense of place “As winemakers and grape growers explore the country in search of new and better planting regions, the wines are becoming more precise expressions of where the grapes are grown. More than ever, Chile’s winemakers are translating the unique terroir of coastal valleys, arid plains, steep hillsides and high mountains into your glass.”

5/It’s pitch-perfect for grape growing “Long known as a paradise for growing grapes, Chile has a geography and climate that have allowed most grape-growing regions to adopt sustainable, organic and natural approaches to viticulture.”

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Fizz EN.indd 20 2021-05-11 4:19 PM Bubbly’s great any time of year, but in summertime, a nicely chilled glass of fizz is particularly apropos. It’s crafted far and wide using a variety of methods to create a wine style adored the world over. Here are a few fab fizzes for summer sipping.

34709_Vin.Jun12_Fizz EN.indd 21 2021-05-11 4:19 PM Traditional- Method Fizz

Developed and perfected in Champagne, this method earned bubbly its international fanbase. It involves taking a bottle of still wine and adding the ingredients – namely, yeast and sugar – to jump-start a second fermentation right there in the bottle. The second fermentation produces carbon dioxide, and voila: bubbles! After some cellar time, the lees (spent yeast) are removed and thus traditional-method bubbly is born. Depending on said cellar time, the finished wine will show complex toasty and pastry notes along with the fruit. Since its rise to fame in France, this style of bubbly has been adopted around the globe, yet only wines from the eponymous region can be called Champagne.

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Fizz EN.indd 22 2021-05-06 7:38 PM DOPFF AU MOULIN CUVÉE JULIEN BRUT CRÉMANT D’ALSACE Traditional method, AC, Alsace, France TASTING NOTE: A lovely touch of lemon sponge cake appears on the nose. The palate also plays up to this by uniting notes of sprightly lemon and fresh pastry on the palate. This is light and bright, fresh and creamy with lively mousse. The finish is dry and wonderfully refreshing with lasting lemon notes. Score: 91 (Anne Krebiehl, MW, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 1, 2017) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 641365 (D) 750 mL $23.95 1

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GRUET BRUT SPARKLING ROSÉ Traditional method, New Mexico TASTING NOTE: 100% pinot noir. A winner every time. Makes every meal or occasion a sensation. Delicate aroma and flavor of wild strawberry and a long, elegant finish. Great with ham and turkey or just by itself. Score: 94 (Kyle Swartz, beveragedynamics.com, June 8, 2018) Medium-bodied & Flavourful 15686 (XD) 750 mL $25.95 2

LOUIS ROEDERER BRUT PREMIER CHAMPAGNE AC, France TASTING NOTE: A very composed and con- vincing Brut Premier that is based on the 2016 harvest. The aromas run through lemon and peach to fresh hazelnut, brioche and gently flinty notes. The palate has piercing flavors of grapefruit, lemon, peach and pink berries. Seamless and layered textural build. Fresh finish. Impressive. Drink or hold. Score: 93 (jamessuckling.com, Dec. 22, 2020) Rich & Complex 268771 (XD) 750 mL $76.95 2 A Vintages Essential

34709_Vin.Jun12_Fizz EN.indd 24 2021-05-06 7:39 PM Chill it, pair it, serve it Sparkling wine is typically enjoyed chilled to around 8-10°C, which highlights the wine’s zippy, food-friendly acidity. Classic pairings for fizz include oysters, caviar, lobster Newberg, triple-cream cheeses, and traditional turkey dinner, while more modern matches include potato chips, buttered popcorn, fish tacos, fish and chips, seafood or veggie tempura, and fried chicken. Glassware trends tend to rise and fall with fashion, but a good rule of thumb is that narrow-topped flutes preserve bubbles longer whereas wide-topped glasses present more aromas. Either way, a stemmed glass will keep your fingers from prematurely warming the wine.

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MONTE DEL FRÁ LA PÌCIA EXTRA DRY SPUMANTE ROSÉ 2019 Tank method, DOC Bardolino Chiaretto, Veneto, Italy A blend of Corvina Veronese and Molinara sourced from soils featuring limestone, clay, sand and gravel. This is intense and buoyant, with a joyous mouthfeel and considerable depth to the cherry, peach and strawberry aromas and flavours. This has the character to add a splash of fun throughout a brunch or dinner, especially when serving seafood. Medium-bodied & Flavourful 19048 (D) 750 mL $21.95 1 New at Vintages

34709_Vin.Jun12_Fizz EN.indd 26 2021-05-06 7:39 PM Most famously associated with Italian Prosecco though embraced worldwide, the tank method differs from the traditional approach in that the second fermentation occurs not in the bottle but in a pressurized stainless-steel tank. Whereas the traditional method can take months or years, the tank method creates fizz in a matter of weeks. The absence of cellar time on the lees means the finished wine is all about pure, fresh fruit character.

SANTA MARGHERITA BRUT VALDOBBIADENE PROSECCO SUPERIORE DOCG, Veneto, Italy TASTING NOTE: Seaspray and fresh pears on the nose lead to an austere, decidedly saline and deeply stony wine that brings to mind slate, flint and a stroll by the ocean. The bubbles are fine, the mouthfeel creamy, and the acidity razor sharp, coming together in a taut, intense experience that persists on the finish. Tastes bone dry. Not hard to see why this is the best- selling Prosecco in Vintages. Fabulous with Parma ham sliced paper thin. Score: 92+ (Carolyn Evans Hammond, Toronto Star, May 28, 2016) Light & Fruity 687582 (D) 750 mL $19.95 1 A Vintages Essential

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Bottled magic at Southbrook.

SOUTHBROOK ORGANIC PÉT-NAT BUBBLY 2020 6 Short for pétillant naturel (natural sparkling) Bottled on its lees, VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Niagara and often synonymous with the “ancestral Peninsula, Ontario method” developed in France even before the Made from a blend of Riesling, Chardonnay and Chardonnay traditional method, pét nat is all the rage Musqué, this bone-dry, wild-fermented organic bubbly was these days. Whereas the traditional method bottled with the lees in typical pétillant naturel fashion. Expect a softly fizzy sip evoking fresh citrus, wildflowers and removes the lees before shipping the wine to hayloft, with a funky, earthy note. Pair with fish and chips or customers, pét nat leaves the lees in the bottle fried zucchini blossoms. as part of the finished fizz. This approach Rich & Complex creates the toasty, earthy, pleasantly funky 11768 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 1 characteristics so beloved by fans of the style. New at Vintages 4 Organic product Late arrival. Product may not be available at release time.

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34709_Vin.Jun12_Fizz EN.indd 28 2021-05-11 10:54 AM Centenarian Warren Saunders grows grapes for Southbrook, among others. BELOW: Southbrook is LEED-certified. BOTTOM: Winemaker Ann Sperling. ONLINE ONLY! Our buying team has secured a small quantity of two special sparklers: a limited-availability pét nat from California star Joe Wagner and a high-scoring grand cru from boutique Champagne house Brimoncourt. Visit lcbo.com/vintages to order.

STEORRA PÉTILLANT NATUREL SPARKLING CHARDONNAY 2016 California (Joe Wagner) This fruity, funky pét nat is Joe Wagner’s first sparkling wine and is not available outside North America. Medium-bodied & Flavourful 20177 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2 New at Vintages

BRIMONCOURT EXTRA BRUT CHAMPAGNE Grand cru, AC, France Smooth and creamy, this grand cru Champagne marries toasty complexity with freshness, texture and focus. 97 points (jeremyoliver.com) Rich & Complex 18129 (XD) 750 mL $78.95 1 New at Vintages

34709_Vin.Jun12_Fizz EN.indd 29 2021-05-11 10:54 AM LOCAL TALENT PLUCKY CHARMES Although it brings challenges, making wine in Ontario can be extremely rewarding. Vintages writer Douglas Webster spoke with Château des Charmes winemaker Amélie Boury, who has risen to the challenges and thrived.

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34709_Vin.Jun12_LocalTalent EN.indd 30 2021-05-06 7:46 PM 34709_Vin.Jun12_LocalTalent EN.indd 31 2021-05-06 7:46 PM Pair It Forward LOCAL Help support Ontario businesses through the spring! Pair Ontario wines with meats, cheeses, produce or takeout from your favourite local purveyors, TALENT then share your ideas at #PairItForward

Amélie Boury. TOP RIGHT: Chilly Charmes during Icewine harvest.

The last year has been a difficult one One of the wines we’re featuring is I’m not going to lie; tirage is always a for wineries as they navigate the Gamay Droit, which is a grape variety crucial and stressful time for all of us in the pandemic. How have you stayed born in a Château des Charmes cellar. This is the part of the winemaking engaged with your customers and vineyard. What’s it like working with process which commences the second community? that variety? fermentation in the bottle. In short, this We’ve had to adapt on the fly to ensure the Gamay is my favourite varietal to enjoy and process is what makes the wine sparkle safety of our staff and guests. From daily to work with, and what a surprise it was and there is no room for error at this point. check-ins to distanced meetings, virtual when I started at CdC to know that they However, it’s so rewarding once you’ve tastings and a thriving e-commerce have two types and one of them is one opened the bottles after about three business, we’ve had to be ready for born in their vineyard! The Gamay Noir weeks and you now have a great sparkling anything. The inability to meet face to face Droit is always a go-to wine to bring with wine. Following the evolution of the wine with our guests has meant that we’ve had me when I go back home to France. on lees and making decisions along the to go to them, whether that’s through Winemakers and friends are always way is very interesting. marketing initiatives or literally driving surprised with how it tastes, and it is And how about Icewines? them their wine. We’ve made it a focus to love at first sip! It’s always so cold and it’s harder to get do whatever we can to stay as close (from What’s the most challenging part of motivated than fall harvest! Maybe the a distance) to those that love our wine making sparkling wines? most enjoyable thing about making as we can. Icewine, though, is the smell. The whole

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the finer points

Winemaker Amélie Boury shares her personal favourite food pairings.

CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES ST. DAVID’S BENCH VINEYARD BRUT SPARKLING GAMAY NOIR DROIT 2018 Traditional method, VQA St. David’s Bench, VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake Niagara-on-the-Lake A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Made from a particular clone of it’s crafted in the traditional method Gamay Noir that sprang up in the of Champagne and aged on the lees Bosc family’s vineyard in the 1980s. for a minimum of one year. Amélie’s pairing: Sautéed duck Amélie’s pairing: Seared scallops. press room gets fully scented with apricot breast with wild mushrooms. Medium-bodied & Flavourful and honey fragrance from the frozen Medium-bodied & Fruity 224766 (D) 750 mL grapes being pressed; this is so typical 346742 (XD) 750 mL $25.95 2 of Vidal Icewine. $19.95 2 A Vintages Essential In addition to Ontario, you’ve worked with wineries in BC and Alsace. What CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES BLANC CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES sets Ontario apart? DE BLANCS SPARKLING 2016 VIDAL ICEWINE Traditional method, VQA Niagara- VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake Making wine in Ontario is unique. Mother on-the-Lake Nature dictates grape growing and Made from hand-selected Vidal Crafted in the traditional method and bunches harvested at -10°C when winemaking in Ontario more than any- composed entirely of Chardonnay, it’s the grapes are completely frozen. where else, I believe. In 10 vintages so far, aged on the lees for two years. Amélie’s pairing: Peach crumble. I can’t recall any two that were similar. Amélie’s pairing: Lusciously Sweet Fresh-popped popcorn. There’s always a challenge to overcome – 565861 (S) 200 mL but that’s what keeps us on our toes and 90 points (Anthony Gismondi) $28.95 2 motivated to make great wine! Medium-bodied & Flavourful A Vintages Essential 423111 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2

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ESSENTIALS COLLECTION June jubilees Are you toasting a university graduation or thanking a special teacher for stepping up in a challenging year?

Or maybe you want to celebrate a wedding that’s gone virtual. Pick a super sparkler from our feature story (pages 20 to 29), or check out the Essentials Collection for 15+ other options including these local favourites.

TAWSE SPARK CAVE SPRING LIMESTONE RIDGE BLANC DE BLANCS ORGANIC BRUT BRUT SPARKLING 6 SPARKLING RIESLING 6 Traditional method, Traditional method, VQA Niagara Escarpment VQA Twenty Mile Bench, 213983 (XD) 750 mL Niagara Escarpment $29.95 370361 (D) 750 mL Medium-bodied & Flavourful $20.95 Medium-bodied & Flavourful 13TH STREET CUVÉE BRUT ROSÉ 6 CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES Traditional method, BRUT SPARKLING 6 VQA Niagara Peninsula Traditional method, 147504 (D) 750 mL VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake $29.95 224766 (D) 750 mL Medium-bodied & Flavourful $25.95 Visit lcbo.com/vintages-essentials to shop now. Medium-bodied & Flavourful

Shopping 1. HOME DELIVERY 2. SAME-DAY PICKUP 3. STORE DELIVERY Order from our full product Order from the inventory of Order from our full product selection. Pay a flat fee one of 190+ Same-Day Pick- selection and have your on lcbo.com? ($11.95 + tax) and get up stores at least 3 hours products delivered to the We have three convenient products at your doorstep before closing and pick up store of your choice in ways to get your products. in 3-5 days. your products that day. 5-14 days.

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A Vintages gift card will give him a world of choice. Vintages gift cards are available in store and at lcbo.com.

ONLINE COLLECTIONS Order June Classics OUR LATEST CLASSICS COLLECTION IS TEED UP AND READY TO ORDER starting on June 3rd. Of note in this collection of aces: • An extraordinary six-bottle collection from Pontet-Canet that heads up an embarrassment of riches from France. • Highly rated Barolo and large-format bottles from Antinori. • Local heroes such as an impressively complex Chardonnay from Cloudsley Cellars and sustainable sultriness from Moon Curser. • A star- studded Aussie lineup including Standish’s Shiraz, which flirts with perfection. • Massive scores and modest prices from big names in South African wine. • Single-vineyard stunners from Mendoza’s Uco Valley. • Valley-grown Chilean red blends with stratosphere-soaring scores. • The latest masterpiece from Dominus and a wealth of other treasures from Cali, Oregon and Washington. • A rare aged white Port from the oldest wine house in Porto. Ordering starts June 3. Visit lcbo.com/vintages-classics to order.

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FORTIFIED WINE

COCCHI AMERICANO APERITIVO ROSA product notes Italy WANT TO SHOP CANADIAN? TASTING NOTE: [Though not the same bottling as Look for this icon to support products that are reviewed by John Szabo, this will reflect a similar character and quality.] This is the pink version of the 6 made in Canada. well-known and appreciated white version of the Cocchi Aperitivo, a vermouth made from local DRINKABILITY INDEX Piedmontese red grapes and infused with gentian, This index is intended as a guideline and reflects the cinchona, herbs and spices. Like the white, this has collective view of our purchasing panel. a pleasantly bitter back bite, critical to balancing out the sugar added, along with a marked citrus-pink DRINK NOW: Enjoy tonight. There is no benefit grapefruit (and pith) flavour. I love the length and 1 to cellaring. depth – over ice with a splash of soda and grape- DRINK OR HOLD: Can be enjoyed now, but may be fruit wedge, or mixed in cocktails, this is a solid 2 matured further by cellaring. drink. Score: 90 (John Szabo, MS, winealign.com, Dec. 8, 2016) HOLD: This wine may be enjoyed now, but it will Medium 3 develop favourably under ideal cellaring conditions. 750 mL (MS) $33.95 2

SUGAR CONTENT 18462 Í2NÈ2hÎ Residual sugar content (e.g., 5 g/L) is displayed on shelf signs and online (visit lcbo.com and search the product number). Perceived sweetness – ranging from Extra Dry to Sweet or XD, GIULIO COCCHI STORICO D, M, MS, S – is printed in this catalogue, on shelf signs and VERMOUTH DI TORINO online. Please discuss specifics with a Product Consultant. Italy Cocktails are as trendy as trendy can be, and high-quality, classic Vermouths like this one are a WINE STYLES major reason why. This is a concentrated, robust Every wine in this section includes a style (e.g. Full-bodied & Vermouth that will deliver suggestions of honey, Smooth, Aromatic & Flavourful) designed to help you quickly citrus and spice. A great choice for mixing with and easily choose products. Visit lcbo.com/winestyles. Bourbon. This was ranked #1 Top Trending Vermouth by Drinks International in 2018. ORGANIC PRODUCTS Sweet 4 Wines designated as organic contain 30 mg/L or less of free 750 mL (S) $30.95 1 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 461913 ÍN3-6Î wines (>99 g/L sugar).

ALCOHOL CONTENT The alcohol/volume content for any product released by Vintages is available online. Visit lcbo.com/vintages and enter the product number into the search field. RAMOS PINTO WHITE PORT Estate grown, DOP, Portugal Products in this catalogue are available in stores and online A wine that is soft and lush with a rich and pleasing in limited quantities. texture. Good balance and structure with lifted herbal tones interwoven with the fresh dark fruit. All reviews, scores, prices and content in this catalogue are Quite vivid and dynamic. Pair it with something rich accurate and current at time of printing. Prices are subject and delicious – chocolate cake comes to mind. to change without notice. For up-to-date prices, visit lcbo.com/vintages. All prices include applicable container Sweet deposit and HST. Vintages cannot assume responsibility 750 mL (S) $19.95 1 for typographical errors in this catalogue. 157354 Í/iV0Î

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ICEWINE SPARKLING WINE

CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES BLANC DE VIDAL ICEWINE 6 BLANCS SPARKLING 2016 6 VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario Traditional method, This classic Icewine is full-bodied and rich, with a VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario mouth-watering depth, concentration, elegance TASTING NOTE: This traditional method chardonnay and balance and finessed honey, marmalade and spent 18 months on lees, and is disgorged with fruit tones. Enjoy with foie gras or crème brûlée. 4.6 g/L RS just before leaving the winery. Green apple, biscuit, lemon, lees, rule the streamline palate, Lusciously Sweet layered with ample minerality, which finishes with a 200 mL (S) $28.95 2 limestone buzz. Impressive. Score: 90 (Anthony 565861 ÍXZ]PÎ Gismondi, gismondionwine.com, Nov. 24, 2020) Featured in Local Talent Medium-bodied & Flavourful A Vintages Essential 750 mL (XD) $34.95 2 423111 ÍJ?+DÎ CHAMPAGNE Featured in Local Talent

BRIMONCOURT EXTRA BRUT CHAMPAGNE CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES Grand cru, AC, France BRUT SPARKLING 6 TASTING NOTE: Smooth and creamy, this Grand Traditional method, Cru Champagne marries toasty complexity with Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario freshness, texture and focus. It’s rather wild, meaty Ontario’s sparkling wines have been opening eyes, bouquet of brioche, lime and lemon overlies a turning heads, making a splash – no matter how toasty, buttery aspect plus nuances of minerals and you choose to track it, their trajectory has been sherbet. It’s rich and creamy, with a long, chewy impressive. This is from Chardonnay and Pinot and presence of fruit and a fine, crackly bead that will deliver great balance and freshness, with apple, finishes with lingering savoury and mineral aspects pear and peach tones and underlying fresh bread plus the merest hint of sweetness. Artfully made notes. Perfect for anything from seafood appetizers and balanced. Drink: 2016-2019+. Score: 97 to popcorn. (jeremyoliver.com.au, March 20, 2016) Medium-bodied & Flavourful Rich & Complex 750 mL (D) $25.95 2 1 750 mL (XD) $78.95 224766 Í6Ob’Î 18129 Í2,È9@Î Featured in Local Talent Featured in Fizz Fest (available online only) A Vintages Essential

LOUIS ROEDERER BRUT PREMIER SOUTHBROOK ORGANIC CHAMPAGNE PÉT-NAT BUBBLY 2020 6* AC, France Bottled on its lees, VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, TASTING NOTE: A very composed and convincing Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Brut Premier that is based on the 2016 harvest. Made from a blend of Riesling, Chardonnay and The aromas run through lemon and peach to fresh Chardonnay Musqué, this bone-dry, wild-fermented hazelnut, brioche and gently flinty notes. The palate organic bubbly was bottled with the lees in typical has piercing flavors of grapefruit, lemon, peach and pétillant naturel fashion. Expect a softly fizzy sip pink berries. Seamless and layered textural build. evoking fresh citrus, wildflowers and hayloft, with a Fresh finish. Impressive. Drink or hold. Score:93 funky, earthy note. Pair with fish and chips or fried (jamessuckling.com, Dec. 22, 2020) zucchini blossoms. Rich & Complex Rich & Complex 750 mL (XD) $76.95 2 750 mL (XD) $29.95 1 268771 Í:wg#Î 11768 Í+lÈ8NÎ A Vintages Essential 4 Organic product Featured in Fizz Fest Featured in Fizz Fest

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SPARKLING WINE CONT’D DOPFF AU MOULIN CUVÉE JULIEN BRUT CRÉMANT D’ALSACE STEORRA PÉTILLANT NATUREL Traditional method, AC, Alsace, France SPARKLING CHARDONNAY 2016 TASTING NOTE: A lovely touch of lemon sponge California cake appears on the nose. The palate also plays up (Joe Wagner) to this by uniting notes of sprightly lemon and fresh pastry on the palate. This is light and bright, fresh With a name that means “star” in Old English, this and creamy with lively mousse. The finish is dry and pétillant naturel is Joe Wagner’s first sparkling wine wonderfully refreshing with lasting lemon notes. and is not available outside North America. Made Score: (Anne Krebiehl, MW, , from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown with 91 Wine Enthusiast Dec. 1, 2017) minimal intervention, it offers suggestions of yellow cherry, peach, pear and apple along with a Medium-bodied & Flavourful funky, earthy note. 750 mL (D) $23.95 1 Medium-bodied & Flavourful 641365 Í`-aqÎ 750 mL (XD) $34.95 2 Featured in Fizz Fest 20177 Í41È7DÎ Featured in Fizz Fest (available online only)

JOSEPH CATTIN BRUT GRUET BRUT SPARKLING ROSÉ CRÉMANT D’ALSACE Traditional method, New Mexico Traditional method, AC, Alsace, France TASTING NOTE: 100% pinot noir. A winner every (Cattin Frères) TASTING NOTE: Subtle notes of ripe apple time. Makes every meal or occasion a sensation. combine with hints of shortbread on the nose of Delicate aroma and flavor of wild strawberry and a this wine. The palate adds notions of juicy, ripe, long, elegant finish. Great with ham and turkey yellow plum. All is fruity but subtle. The fine mousse or just by itself. Score: 94 (Kyle Swartz, beverage adds freshness and roundness to this lovely dry dynamics.com, June 8, 2018) sparkler. Score: 91 (Anne Krebiehl, MW, Wine Medium-bodied & Flavourful Enthusiast, Dec. 31, 2019) 750 mL (XD) $25.95 2 Medium-bodied & Flavourful 15686 Í/dÈ6:Î 750 mL (D) $19.95 1 Featured in Fizz Fest 281329 Í<-=HÎ

GEMMA SPARKLING ROSÉ Traditional method, MONTE DEL FRÁ LA PÌCIA EXTRA Limarí Valley, Chile DRY SPUMANTE ROSÉ 2019 TASTING NOTE: The sparkling wines from Limarí- Tank method, DOC Bardolino focused operation are on a steep upward curve Chiaretto, Veneto, Italy A blend of Corvina Veronese and Molinara sourced in the hands of Italian oenologist, Carlo Francini. from soils featuring limestone, clay, sand and gravel. Combining Pinot Noir with 30% Chardonnay and This is intense and buoyant, with a joyous mouth- spending 24 months on lees, it’s pale, haunting and feel and considerable depth to the cherry, peach complex with very fine bubbles. Drink date: 2019- and strawberry aromas and flavours. This has the 2023. Score: 94 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, character to add a splash of fun throughout a Chile Special Report 2019) brunch or dinner, especially when serving seafood. Medium-bodied & Flavourful Medium-bodied & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2 750 mL (D) $21.95 1 18558 Í2WÈ8+Î 19048 Í3$È8-Î 4 Organic product Featured in Fizz Fest Featured in Channeling Chile

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SANTA MARGHERITA BRUT HENRY OF PELHAM SPECK FAMILY VALDOBBIADENE PROSECCO RESERVE RIESLING 2019 6 SUPERIORE Sustainable, VQA Short Hills Bench, DOCG, Veneto, Italy Niagara Escarpment TASTING NOTE: Seaspray and fresh pears on the TASTING NOTE: ... This limpid, youthful Riesling nose lead to an austere, decidedly saline and deeply comes from vines planted in 1984, and is replete stony wine that brings to mind slate, flint and a stroll with fresh apples, pears, lemon sorbet and grapefruit by the ocean. The bubbles are fine, the mouthfeel peel. Lightweight and chalky with a nimble execution creamy, and the acidity razor sharp, coming together and tense core. Electrifying acidity balanced by in a taut, intense experience that persists on the modest sweetness make it a lip smacker. Drinking finish. Tastes bone dry. Not hard to see why this is the window: 2022-2029. Score: 93 (Michaela Morris, best-selling Prosecco in Vintages. Fabulous with decanter.com, Feb. 4, 2021) Parma ham sliced paper thin. Score: 92+ (Carolyn Aromatic & Flavourful Evans Hammond, Toronto Star, May 28, 2016) 750 mL (D) $27.95 2 Light & Fruity 643361 750 mL (D) $19.95 1 Í`A]&Î 687582 ÍdkrVÎ A Vintages Essential CANADA – RED WINE Featured in Fizz Fest ONTARIO CANADA – WHITE WINE CHÂTEAU DES CHARMES ST. DAVID’S BENCH VINEYARD GAMAY NOIR DROIT 2018 6 ONTARIO VQA St. David’s Bench, Niagara-on-the-Lake FEATHERSTONE Born right on the Château des Charmes estate SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020 6 in the early 1980s, Gamay Noir Droit differs from VQA Niagara Peninsula regular Gamay in that Droit brings a bit more body This lively little Savvy consistently delivers exuberant and oomph as well as spicy, smoky notes. This wine aromas of citrus zest and orchard blossoms, a is unoaked and bursting with cherry fruit, smoke, tart-and-tangy palate of crunchy pear, citrus and spices and brilliant food-friendly acidity. Winemaker gooseberry, and a crisp, mouth-watering finish. Amélie Boury recommends a pairing of sautéed Lightly chill and pour with oysters, shrimp tacos or duck breast with wild mushrooms. green salads. Medium-bodied & Fruity 2 Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $19.95 750 mL (XD) $17.95 1 346742 ÍBcJzÎ 89011 Íy!È1QÎ Featured in Local Talent

ROSEWOOD FLAT ROCK UNPLUGGED 6 UNOAKED CHARDONNAY 2019 6 THE LOOKING GLASS 2017

Sustainable, VQA Niagara Peninsula Unfined and unfiltered, VQA Niagara Peninsula TASTING NOTE: Unplugged, Flat Rock’s version TASTING NOTE: ... its foremost component is of unoaked Chardonnay, is a consistently good Cabernet Sauvignon (34%), followed by Merlot example of this style in Niagara. It shows fresh (28%), Cabernet Franc (26%), Malbec (8%) and apple, pear, touch of peach and minerals on the Petit Verdot (4%). Its 15 months in (mostly neutral) nose, with subtle lemon zest. It’s lean with a mineral oak do not detract from its brightly transparent edge on the palate to go with crisp apple, fresh profile, based around sweet red rather than darker pear and citrus zest on the finish. Good value fruits, vanilla bean and sweet clove spice. Score: 89 Chardonnay here. Score: 89 (Rick VanSickle, (Raymond Lamontagne & Peter Vetsch, popand winesinniagara.com, June 11, 2020) pour.ca, May 2, 2020) Full-bodied & Rich Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 68015 Íd!È5LÎ 19743 Í3jÈ3>Î

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CANADA – ROSÉ WINE KISTLER LES NOISETIERS CHARDONNAY 2019 ONTARIO Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County The Kistler family has been making Burgundian- LAKEVIEW CELLARS SERENITY inspired Chardonnay and Pinot Noir since 1978. PINOT NOIR ROSÉ 2020 6 Vintage after vintage, this wine shows the heights VQA Niagara Peninsula of elegance and sophistication possible from the (Diamond Estates) cool-climate Sonoma Coast while impeccably Made primarily from Pinot Noir along with 10% balancing power and elegance. Savour it over the Gamay Noir and 5% Chardonnay Musqué, this next 8-10 years. pinkie aims for elegance in its evocation of straw- Full-bodied & Rich berries, raspberries and watermelon. Sip with goat 750 mL (XD) $96.95 2 cheese, garden salads or fresh seafood. 251223 Í9,71Î Easygoing & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $15.95 1 16953 Í0ÃÈ3eÎ

THE TRAGICALLY HIP FLAMENCO 6 ROSÉ 2020 SAINTSBURY CHARDONNAY 2017 VQA Niagara Peninsula Carneros (Stoney Ridge Estate Winery) TASTING NOTE: Tropical, nutty and robust in initial The newest collab between The Hip and Stoney oak, this wine settles into a nice balanced place, Ridge, this pink wine was named for a track from slightly reductive and youthful. Apple and pear 1996’s Trouble at the Henhouse and crafted from compote give it a fruity flavor nuanced in lushness. hand-harvested Gamay and Pinot Noir using the Score: 90 (Virginie Boone, Wine Enthusiast, classic French saignée method. Look for notes Sept. 1, 2019) of earthy, floral red fruit and sip with ham, grilled veggies and ricotta on freshly baked bread. Full-bodied & Rich 750 mL (XD) $39.95 2 Easygoing & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $19.95 1 359281 ÍC|qTÎ 16250 Í09È04Î

USA – WHITE WINE

CALIFORNIA COPPOLA DIRECTOR’S CHARDONNAY 2018 THE WHITE KNIGHT VIOGNIER 2019 Sonoma County Clarksburg After establishing himself as one of the finest Sourced from vineyards situated along the filmmakers in Hollywood, Francis Coppola has Sacramento River and San Francisco Bay, this gone on to prove himself as one of California’s Viognier is made and aged in stainless steel and finest vintners, too. This bright, smooth Chardonnay, includes a dab of Chardonnay. Expect an abun- blended from a variety of skillfully scouted locations dance of spring flowers, white peach and honeyed and aged eight months in French oak, offers crunchy apple and pair with pork-belly tacos. orchard fruit and vanilla spice. Pair with grilled pork or seafood. Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 Full-bodied & Rich 750 mL (XD) $29.95 2 512764 ÍS;`}Î 396291 ÍG^{:Î

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OREGON FAUST CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Napa Valley UNDERWOOD PINOT GRIS 2019 TASTING NOTE: Very attractive aromas of Oregon blackcurrants, black olives and dark leather with If Pinot Noir is Oregon’s signature red wine variety, some cedar. It’s full-bodied with firm, silky tannins Pinot Gris may well be its signature white. Made in and a refined, polished finish. Shows finesse and stainless steel and aged four months on the lees, focus. Grows on the palate. Really delicious now, this consistently impressive example offers crunchy but will improve with age. Drink or hold. Score: 94 pear, honeydew melon and lemon zest and will pair (jamessuckling.com, Jan. 27, 2021) wonderfully with crab cakes or bacon-wrapped Full-bodied & Firm scallops. 750 mL (XD) $59.95 2 Full-bodied & Rich 238261 750 mL (D) $21.95 1 Í7r]_Î 487017 ÍPf1CÎ

WASHINGTON GALERIE LATRO CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 CHARDONNAY 2018 Knights Valley, Sonoma County Columbia Valley TASTING NOTE: The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon TASTING NOTE: A fantastic value Chardonnay Latro is in the same ballpark yet has more savory under $20 from the oldest winery in Washington. characteristics as well as plenty of conifer, California Dry, medium-plus-bodied and lush with ripe red bay leaf, currants, and loamy soil aromas and flavors. apple, pear, toffee and lemon pudding flavours This full-bodied beauty has plenty of tannin, terrific toast and long on the palate. Fermented in oak purity of fruit, no hard edges, and a great finish. Give barrels and stainless steel. Drink: 2020-2024. it a few years. Maturity: 2021-2036. Score: 95+ Score: 90 (nataliemaclean.com, Dec. 24, 2020) (Jeb Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, Jan. 31, 2019) Full-bodied & Rich Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (D) $19.95 2 750 mL (XD) $99.95 2 232439 Í78GwÎ 574459 ÍYL[/Î

USA – RED WINE JOSH CELLARS BOURBON BARREL AGED RESERVE CALIFORNIA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Charred oak barrels, California CAYMUS NAPA VALLEY ZINFANDEL 2018 Aged for two months in Bourbon barrels, this Napa Valley wine shows aromas and flavours of caramel, dark (Chuck Wagner) chocolate, coffee, vanilla and burnt toffee in TASTING NOTE: A big and bold Zinfandel from addition to classic Cabernet Sauvignon cassis and Napa Valley, California with ripe plum jam, savoury cedar. It’ll pair beautifully with barbecued meats. herbs, smoky, spicy and juicy on the palate. Drink [The San Francisco International Wine Competition date: 2020-2025. Score: 91 (nataliemaclean.com, did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (San Dec. 15, 2020) Francisco International Wine Competition, 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (D) $59.95 2 750 mL (XD) $24.95 2 718759 Ígw[,Î 17807 Í1pÈ7XÎ

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USA – RED WINE CONT’D RCABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 California CALIFORNIA (V Vines) TASTING NOTE: Black cherry notes on the nose LA CREMA RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY here with caramel and mint floating on top and PINOT NOIR 2017 some earthy forest floor underlying. A fruit driven Russian River Valley, Sonoma County palate with sandy tannins. Full-bodied and nicely TASTING NOTE: ... from 11 vineyards across the structured. Pair with lamb ragu or hearty beef appellation. It aged 10 months in 35% new French dishes. Very good value. Score: 90 (Carolyn Hetke, oak. Medium ruby, it has a savory nose of smoked thewineloverskitchen.com, Jan. 16, 2020) cranberries, crushed red and black cherries, pipe Full-bodied & Firm tobacco, forest floor and hints of orange peel and 750 mL (XD) $20.95 2 potpourri. Light to medium-bodied, it’s silky and intense with a great interplay of ripe fruits, spices 13181 Í-2È1’Î and earth notions. It has a frame of grainy tannins and juicy freshness to enliven the long finish. Well done! Drink date: 2019-2024. Score: 92 (Erin Brooks, robertparker.com, Dec. 19, 2019) Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $49.95 2 906404 Íz`$:Î WILLIAM HILL CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 North Coast LOST POET RED 2018 This easygoing Cabernet is made with fruit from California Lake, Mendocino and Sonoma counties, and a (Winc) dollop of Merlot is blended in to round out the Atticus, an anonymous, Instagram-famous writer mouthfeel and add extra depth before the wine is with an interest in wine, joined forces with Winc aged in French oak. Look for ripe blackberry and director of winemaking Ryan Zotovich to create black cherry fruit with wisps of vanilla, and pair the Lost Poet. Says Atticus, “Wine is poetry and so is wine with marinated flank steak and grilled bell life. So drink on. And live on. And write yours richly.” peppers. This plummy, lightly herbal wine has soft tannins Full-bodied & Smooth and will pair well with duck breast or grilled-egg- 750 mL (XD) $23.95 2 plant sandwiches. 453647 ÍMDOVÎ Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (D) $19.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month 13856 Í-uÈ6ZÎ

OREGON RAYMOND RESERVE SELECTION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 WILLAMETTE VALLEY VINEYARDS Napa Valley WHOLE CLUSTER PINOT NOIR TASTING NOTE: The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Reserve Selection lifts out of the glass with tons of Willamette Valley sheer intensity. Inky dark red cherry, mocha, cedar, TASTING NOTE: The winery consistently hits a spice and licorice are pushed front and center. This home run with this young, bright and delicious wine. mid-weight, supple Cabernet has so much to offer. It’s a perfect light red for picnics or garden parties, It’s a terrific introduction to the Raymond range. with effusive plum and cherry fruit lightly touched Drinking window: 2021-2030. Score: 92 (Antonio with milk chocolate. Editors’ Choice. Score: 91 (Paul Galloni, vinous.com, Jan. 2021) Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 1, 2020) Full-bodied & Firm Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $49.95 2 750 mL (XD) $29.95 2 715979 Íg[o0Î 17687 Í1dÈ7@Î

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WASHINGTON MEXICO – RED WINE

DIXIE & BASS RED BLEND 2018 L.A. CETTO PETITE SIRAH 2017* Columbia Valley Guadalupe Valley, Baja California Made from a combo of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Widely produced in California and usually blended Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot that harkens back to with Zinfandel to add structure, Petite Sirah does classic Bordeaux, this wine was aged for 16 months very well as a stand-alone variety in Mexico. L.A. in American oak. Look for big, dark fruit along with Cetto, in particular, has been extremely successful savoury herbs, baking spices and espresso notes, with the variety. Expect to discover dark fruit, black and pour with grilled lamb. pepper, leather and smoke. Pair this with spicy [The Sunset International Wine Competition did black-bean dishes or steak-and-cheese enchiladas. not include a tasting note.] Score: (Sunset 92 Full-bodied & Smooth International Wine Competition, 2020) 750 mL (XD) $13.95 1 Full-bodied & Smooth 983742 ÍÆEJ~Î 750 mL (XD) $22.95 2 20485 Í4PÈ5zÎ ARGENTINA – WHITE WINE

KAIKEN TERROIR SERIES TORRONTÉS 2020 MERF CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 Vegan, Cafayate, Salta Columbia Valley TASTING NOTE: For this torrontés, Kaiken leaves its Merf is a project from Chateau Ste. Michelle and vineyards in Agrelo and buys grapes in Cafayate, the famed winemaker David Merfeld. The aim is to most prestigious area in Argentina for this variety. create high-quality, value-priced wines for everyday And what it produces there is a typical torrontés enjoyment. Expect this Cabernet to impress with its white with its floral aromas and ripe white fruits in layers of cassis, raspberry, olive and smoke along- an intense body with pronounced tannins and many side lots of oak-infused vanilla, coconut, and sweet fruity flavors. This is ideal for northern Argentina- spices. Pair with grilled lamb burgers or smoky style chicken empanadas. Score: 90 (Patricio Tapia, sausages. guiadescorchados.cl, 2021) Full-bodied & Firm Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $19.95 1 750 mL (XD) $18.95 1 633362 Í_A^(Î 330407 ÍA$’`Î

ARGENTINA – RED WINE

BENMARCO USA – ROSÉ WINE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019 Los Árboles, Uco Valley, Mendoza OREGON TASTING NOTE: Los Árboles is a place south of Gualtallary in Tupungato, toward the north of the ERATH PINOT NOIR ROSÉ 2020 Uco Valley. The soil is alluvial and very stony, like a Oregon river bed. This is a very good place for the cabernet Made in stainless steel, this wine exudes notions to ripen without problems, yielding intense ripe of rose petal along with melon, peach, apple and red fruit with slightly spicy and herbal touches, but touches of tropical fruit, and has great balance always with the fruit dominating on the palate, where and a fine, food-friendly texture. Pair with summer the variety’s juiciness stands out. Deliciously varietal. salads or grilled seafood. Score: 94 (Patricio Tapia, guiadescorchados.cl, Medium-bodied & Dry 2021) 750 mL (XD) $22.95 1 Full-bodied & Firm 15275 Í/;È5KÎ 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 232637 Í7:EuÎ

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ARGENTINA – RED WINE CONT’D MONTES ALPHA CHARDONNAY 2018 Casablanca Vineyard, DO Aconcagua Costa LUIGI BOSCA D.O.C. MALBEC 2018 TASTING NOTE: The creamy texture to this is really Single vineyard, DOC Luján de Cuyo, enticing with sliced cooked apples and lemons and Mendoza some light vanilla. It’s full-bodied, yet very fresh and lively. Flavorful finish. Pretty complexity. Drink or TASTING NOTE: Perfumed and fruity with fresh hold. Score: (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) flowers and pretty fruit. Medium to full body, creamy 93 tannins and a bright finish. I like the freshness and Full-bodied & Rich energy in this. Drink or hold [till 2030]. Score: 93 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 (jamessuckling.com, April 2, 2020) 390203 ÍG”#VÎ Full-bodied & Smooth Featured in Channeling Chile 750 mL (XD) $29.95 3 74922 Íj|È2.Î

MARCELO PELLERITI WINEMAKER SERIES MALBEC 2018 WILLIAM FÈVRE LITTLE QUINO Uco Valley, Mendoza SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 TASTING NOTE: The juicy and fruit-driven 2018 DO Malleco Valley TASTING NOTE: A subtle delight of a wine with Winemaker Series is a pure Malbec with little herbal and citrus aromas and light, fresh body, effect from the élevage in oak, which makes it very although those flavors are deep and penetrating at approachable. Only 60% of the volume matured in the same time. It seems frugal, but it actually has second use French barriques for 12 months. It has the weight to serve with ceviche. This sauvignon is round and lush tannins and a soft mouthfeel, tasty from the very first vines that William Fèvre planted and dry. Drink date: 2019-2022. Score: 91 (Luis in Malleco in 2007. Score: (Patricio Tapia, Gutiérrez, robertparker.com, Oct. 31, 2019) 92 guiadescorchados.cl, 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $21.95 2 750 mL (XD) $15.95 2 17456 Í1MÈ6uÎ 17609 Í1\È98Î Featured in Channeling Chile CHILE – WHITE WINE

CASA SILVA 1912 VINES CHILE – RED WINE SAUVIGNON GRIS 2020 Sustainable, DO Colchagua Valley EMILIANA VIGNO VIGNADORES TASTING NOTE: Sauvignon gris is not a common DE CARIGNAN 2017 variety in Chile ... There’s a legacy of old vines Vegan, sustainable, DO Maule Valley throughout the Central Valley, however, and TASTING NOTE: ... from a vineyard planted in the Casa Silva has an old vineyard beside its winery Melozal zone in 1950. It was primarily aged in in Colchagua that was planted to the grape in 2,000-liter foudres (85% of the total volume), 1912, and that’s where it gets this delicious white, which doesn’t allow the oak to interfere much with a Descorchados favorite ... intense freshness the fruit, which is fresh and red, set in medium supported by penetrating, juicy acidity. The fruity body with firm (but never aggressive) tannins. This aromas meld with the spicy notes, and the finish is a wine for the cellar, but you could also drink it is accompanied by that festive acidity that invites now with deli meats. Score: 94 (Patricio Tapia, a second glass. Score: 93 (Patricio Tapia, guiade guiadescorchados.cl, 2020) scorchados.cl, 2021) Medium-bodied & Fruity Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 2 750 mL (XD) $19.95 19247 Í38È7QÎ 19580 Í3ZÈ0yÎ 4 Organic product Featured in Channeling Chile Featured in Channeling Chile

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ERRÁZURIZ MAX FALERNIA GRAN RESERVA PINOT NOIR 2019 CARMENÈRE 2017 Anniversary Edition, DO Aconcagua Elqui Valley TASTING NOTE: This has a swathe of fresh, spicy TASTING NOTE: This comes from the hot sandy French oak, making an impressively complex soils of Vicuña, which Giorgio Flessati says are impression on the nose with plenty of fragrant, red ideally suited to the variety, and is partly made with florals and cherries. The palate has a very succulent the appassimento technique of drying grapes feel with attractively fresh fruit pop. Special 150th that is used in the Veneto region of northern Italy. anniversary edition. Drink or hold. Score: 92 Off-dry and slightly figgy, with a green undertone (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) and spicy 15% new American oak. Drink date: 2020-2025. Score: 90 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin. Medium-bodied & Fruity com, Chile Special Report 2020) 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 19244 Í38È4EÎ 750 mL (XD) $16.95 2 Featured in Channeling Chile 269175 Í:{k7Î Featured in Channeling Chile

LAPOSTOLLE CUVÉE ALEXANDRE ERRÁZURIZ SYRAH 2018 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 DO Aconcagua Costa Sustainable, DO Apalta TASTING NOTE: This is really complex in the nose TASTING NOTE: The blackcurrants and violets with crushed blackberries, black pepper, tar and are impressive on the nose with hints of slate. grilled meat. Full body, tight and creamy tannins and Full-bodied, yet always refined and in check. Linear a delicious finish. Complex and intriguing. Drink or and tight. Black olives and blue fruit at the finish. hold. Score: 95 (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) Drink after 2021. Score: 95 (jamessuckling.com, Full-bodied & Smooth Jan. 14, 2021) 2 750 mL (XD) $21.95 Full-bodied & Firm 387910 ÍFo*6Î 750 mL (XD) $27.95 2 Featured in Hand-Picked Gifts and 947929 Í~o=@Î Channeling Chile Featured in Channeling Chile

ESPIRITU DE CHILE INTREPIDO LAURA HARTWIG SINGLE VINEYARD RESERVA MERLOT 2019 CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Sustainable, Curicó Valley DO Colchagua Valley TASTING NOTE: This is a pretty merlot with plum, TASTING NOTE: Wild-herb notes with a fresh, green-olive and fresh-vanilla aromas and flavors. leafy edge, as well as violets and dried red berries. Medium to full body, lightly chewy tannins and Powdery, gently drying tannin sets up a vibrant, a flavorful finish. Drink or hold. Score:92 (james purple fruit-flavored palate. Good depth. Drink or suckling.com, April 17, 2020) hold. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, April 17, 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $15.95 2 750 mL (XD) $16.95 2 19241 Í38È19Î 13428 Í-JÈ8sÎ Featured in Channeling Chile Featured in Channeling Chile

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CHILE – RED WINE CONT’D AUSTRALIA – RED WINE

MAPU RESERVA PAXTON MV SHIRAZ 2019* CARMENÈRE 2019 McLaren Vale, South Australia Vegan, sustainable, Maule Valley A long-time leader in organic viticulture and (Baron Philippe de Rothschild) winemaking, Paxton has been family-owned since TASTING NOTE: Aromas of rose petals and its founding in 1979. This wine was grown in blackberries with wet earth, following through to multiple estate vineyards (thus “MV” in the name is a full body and linear, fine tannins. Savory finish. multi-vocational, standing for both “multiple vine- Solid depth here. Drink or hold. Score: 92 (james yards” and “McLaren Vale”). It’ll show ripe, peppery suckling.com, April 17, 2020) dark fruit and pair nicely with grilled steaks or burgers. Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $13.95 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 19242 Í38È2=Î Featured in Channeling Chile 327403 Í@j#xÎ 4 Organic product

SAN PEDRO SIDERAL 2018 PENLEY PHOENIX DO Cachapoal Valley Andes CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019* TASTING NOTE: 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Coonawarra, South Australia Syrah, 4% Cabernet Franc. Bright blackberry fruit TASTING NOTE: This excellent wine offers aromas with hints of black pepper and stone. Juicy cassis of blueberry, currant, terra cotta, iodine, savory on the palate with vibrancy and structure. Classy spices and an umami-like seaweed nuance. There’s and long finish with generous fruit. Score: 96 lovely depth of flavor, tannin structure and regional (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2020) expression on the palate. Drink through 2040. Cellar Selection. Score: 94 (Christina Pickard, Full-bodied & Firm Wine Enthusiast, April 1, 2021) 750 mL (XD) $29.95 2 Full-bodied & Firm 632927 Í_=;ÉÎ 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2 Featured in Channeling Chile 639575 Í_ÃkdÎ

AUSTRALIA – WHITE WINE

ZONTES FOOTSTEP SHADES OF PETER LEHMANN THE BAROSSAN GRIS PINOT GRIGIO 2019* SHIRAZ 2018 Adelaide Hills, South Australia Barossa, South Australia Made in stainless steel, this PG undergoes full TASTING NOTE: A robust and layered Shiraz from malolactic conversion and promises ripe apple, the Barossa Valley. Produced by the Peter Lehmann pear and stone fruit and a satiny texture. Pour winemaking team. Aromas of dark cherry, black- with grilled seafood or pork. berry, blueberry, smoke and mocha. Tannins are firm. Decant two hours prior to pouring with a rare [Wine Showcase Magazine did not include a tasting steak. Drink date: 2020-2024. Score: 92 (natalie note.] Score: 93 (Wine Showcase Magazine, maclean.com, Nov. 14, 2020) Dec. 2019) Full-bodied & Smooth Light & Crisp 750 mL (XD) $21.95 2 750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 522235 ÍT6CÈÎ 17645 Í1`È50Î

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NEW ZEALAND – WHITE WINE PENCARROW SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Martinborough, North Island ERADUS SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020 (Palliser Estate) Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island TASTING NOTE: This is instantly appealing on the nose showing passionfruit, feijoa, grapefruit and TASTING NOTE: Moderately punchy sauvignon kaffir lime characters. The palate delivers punchy blanc in a recognizably Awatere style with goose- flavours and excellent fruit intensity, backed by berry, lime, nettle and passionfruit flavours. A bright, refreshing acidity, finishing long and delicious. At fresh wine with mouth-watering acidity that helps its best: now to 2022. Score: (Sam Kim, wine drive a lengthy finish. Drink date: 2021-2024. 93 orbit.co.nz, Nov. 2020) Score: 93 (Bob Campbell, MW, therealreview.com, Feb. 16, 2021) Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $18.95 1 Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 148429 Í.t=aÎ 225557 Í6WYÇÎ

LUNA SAUVIGNON BLANC 2019 Sustainable, Martinborough, VILLA MARIA CELLAR SELECTION North Island SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020 TASTING NOTE: Martinborough is geographically Sustainable, Marlborough, South Island between Marlborough and Hawke’s Bay, and this TASTING NOTE: A bigger jump in quality from the wine reflects that with subtle Marlborough herbal Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc than the NZD $3 price and passionfruit characters contrasting with riper difference suggests. Moderately concentrated tree fruit, nectarine and melon characters. Impres- wine with passionfruit, pineapple, lime juice and sive purity with tangy acidity. Drink date: 2020-2024. lemongrass flavours. A good wine from a stellar Ranked #2 of 17 of the 2019 Sauvignon Blanc from vintage. Drink date: 2020-2024. Score: 92 (Bob Wairarapa. Score: 94 (Bob Campbell, MW, thereal Campbell, MW, therealreview.com, Sept. 10, 2020) review.com, Feb. 7, 2020) Aromatic & Flavourful Aromatic & Flavourful 750 mL (XD) $21.95 2 750 mL (XD) $23.95 2 974527 ÍÅM;`Î 17567 Í1XÈ7(Î

NAUTILUS CHARDONNAY 2019 NEW ZEALAND – RED WINE Vegan, sustainable, Marlborough, South Island ANTHONY JOSEPH VIDAL RESERVE TASTING NOTE: Moderately intense chardonnay PINOT NOIR 2017 with a lovely creamy texture and flavours suggesting Sustainable, Marlborough, South Island peach, brioche, lime, ginger, and nutty yeast lees TASTING NOTE: 100% Pinot Noir. Bacon oak characters with a hint of struck flint. Subtle fruit and wood spices aromas. Dry, plush palate with a sweetness is underpinned by tangy acidity. A serious crunchy texture and dark cherry and raspberry chardonnay with cellaring potential. Drink date: flavours. Score:92 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2020-2027. Score: 95 (Bob Campbell, MW, 2019) therealreview.com, Sept. 10, 2020) Medium-bodied & Fruity Full-bodied & Rich 750 mL (XD) $24.95 2 750 mL (XD) $27.95 2 538900 ÍUyÂ;Î 331652 ÍA0T1Î

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NEW ZEALAND – ROSÉ WINE KANONKOP KADETTE PINOTAGE 2018 WO Stellenbosch SOHO WHITE COLLECTION TASTING NOTE: Abrie Beeslaar has a magic touch HARRY ROSÉ 2020 with Pinotage, whatever the price point. This Vegan, sustainable, 450,000-bottle example, most of it bought from Marlborough, South Island local growers, is spicy, textured and very lightly wooded, with classic raspberry and red berry fruit TASTING NOTE: This is fabulously appealing on the and supple tannins. Very drinkable. Drink date: nose showing watermelon, white flesh nectarine, 2020-2025. Score: (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin. fig and white floral characters, leading to a delight- 92 com, ) fully refreshing palate that’s succulent and lingering. South Africa Special Report 2020 It’s light, bright and pristine, filled with delicious Full-bodied & Smooth flavours. At its best: now to 2022. Score: 93 (Sam 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 Kim, wineorbit.co.nz, July 2020) 630756 Í_’XIÎ Easygoing & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $18.95 1 19545 Í3VÈ5ÉÎ FRANCE – WHITE WINE

SOUTH AFRICA – WHITE WINE ALSACE HENRI EHRHART RÉSERVE CATHEDRAL CELLAR CHARDONNAY 2019 PARTICULIÈRE PINOT GRIS 2019 WO Western Cape AC Alsace (KWV) This wine comes from a seventh-generation TASTING NOTE: Components from Elgin, Stellen- winemaking family. It has ample ripe fruit, with bosch and the Swartland make up this cooler- apple, pear, peach, and an agreeable honey accent. climate-dominated Chardonnay under the This rides the rail between dry and off-dry, with impressive Cathedral Cellar banner. Focused and a bright acidity that makes it a versatile pairing for zesty with pear and lemongrass flavours and chicken or spicy Asian cuisine. adroitly integrated 50% new wood. Drink date: 2020-2024. Score: 90 (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin. [The Palmarès du Concours Général Agricole did com, South Africa Special Report 2020) not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Palmarès du Concours Général Agricole, 2020) Full-bodied & Rich 750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 Light & Crisp 750 mL (D) $18.95 1 328559 Í@u[hÎ 392092 ÍG4|PÎ

SOUTH AFRICA – RED WINE BURGUNDY CHRISTINA THE HERITAGE DOMAINE DE ROCHEBIN COLLECTION SHIRAZ 2017 MÂCON-AZÉ CHARDONNAY 2019 WO Robertson AC (Van Loveren Vineyards) This Chardonnay is crafted in a style that allows the TASTING NOTE: Always beautifully constructed. fruit to shine through fresh and bright. It comes from 2017 is oaked 14 months, 30% new French, vines over 45 years of age that impart gorgeous respecting the vivid fruit; layered complexity, spice, floral tones, with pear, apple, citrus and some prosciutto, whiffs of scrub. Tannins supple, enjoy- tropical notes. A great wine for grilled fish or grilled ment assured. Even more polished than the 2016. chicken, it will also make a charming companion Score: (Platter’s South African Wine Guide, 92 to casual conversation. 2020) Full-bodied & Rich Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2 750 mL (XD) $23.95 2 156943 Í/eKnÎ 18752 Í2kÈ2;Î

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DOMAINE LAROCHE LES VAUDEVEY RHÔNE CHABLIS 1ER CRU 2018 Vegan, AC CELLIER DES DAUPHINS TASTING NOTE: Les Vaudevey is the left bank LES DAUPHINS CUVÉE SPÉCIALE terroir on kimmeridgian soil that really delivers the CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2018 sunshine in Chablis. In many respects the concept AC is hyperbolized in a perfect vintage that delivered TASTING NOTE: Hints of smoke and salt lend warm, dry and elongated to the nth degree. This by elegance to this sunny wine full of fresh pineapple, Laroche takes exactitude from place and climate, grapefruit and yellow-apple flavors. A blend of merges them into all that speaks of what is optimum 60% Grenache, 30% Viognier and 10% Marsanne, and delivers a flawless chardonnay performance. it’s a plump, voluminous sip balanced by fresh, It’s just so spot on and right. Textbook Premier Cru, citrusy acidity and a subtly mineral finish. The wine albeit vivid and oh, so serious. Drink date: 2020- is best enjoyed young. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Anna 2027. Score: 93 (Michael Godel, winealign.com, Lee C. Iijima, Wine Enthusiast, July 1, 2020) Aug. 13, 2020) Full-bodied & Rich Light & Crisp 750 mL (XD) $13.95 1 750 mL (XD) $39.95 2 18600 Í2\È0|Î 416057 ÍI\Y9Î FRANCE – RED WINE LOIRE BORDEAUX JEAN PABIOT ET FILS DOMAINE DES FINES CAILLOTTES POUILLY-FUMÉ 2019 BARON PHILIPPE DE Sustainable, AC ROTHSCHILD MOUTON CADET The product of a mosaic of microclimates within the RÉSERVE 2016 famed appellation of Pouilly-Fumé, this Sauvignon AC Médoc Blanc shows a distinctive minerality imparted by the Mostly Merlot with the rest made up of Cabernet “fines caillottes” (white pebbles) in which it grows. Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this wine is Expect notions of grapefruit, apricot and a touch of sourced from among the producer’s considerable sea spray and pair the wine with poached trout. holdings of exceptional plots. It’s enjoyable and fresh, with a rich texture, ripe black fruit, delicately Aromatic & Flavourful articulated oak and well-framed tannins. Strikes 750 mL (XD) $30.95 2 a fine balance between power and elegance. Try it 695908 Íe[(‘Î with a juicy steak and grilled mushrooms. Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $24.95 2 18578 Í2YÈ8/Î

THIERRY DELAUNAY TOURAINE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020 CHÂTEAU GUILLOU 2016 AP AC Montagne-Saint-Émilion Touraine is often referred to as the garden of France (J.B. Saby et Fils) for its beautiful landscapes and picturesque TASTING NOTE: Merlot and a touch of Cabernet châteaux. The Delaunay family have made wine here Franc have produced a wine that has both richness for five generations, and their Sauvignon Blancs and elegant structure. Firm tannins promise aging are benchmark examples of the style. This one will although the attractive black-currant flavors are have a tasty mix of gooseberry, citrus and mineral, already right up front. To be at its best, the wine with some exotic flashes of tropical fruit, and will should be drunk from 2021. Editors’ Choice. Score: delight until 2023. 91 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, March 1, 2020) Aromatic & Flavourful Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $16.95 2 750 mL (XD) $23.95 2 391847 ÍG2O,Î 140483 Í.$scÎ

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FRANCE – RED WINE CONT’D BEAUJOLAIS

BORDEAUX COLLIN BOURISSET LES VIGNES VIAL FLEURIE 2018 CHÂTEAU LA GRAVIÈRE 2015 AP Sustainable, AC Côtes de Bourg TASTING NOTE: Floral and perfumed, this ripe, (GFA Rodet Recapet, prop.-récolt.) wine has red-berry flavors and a layer of tannins for TASTING NOTE: This rich, balanced wine is ripe and aging. With its structure still in place, this wine’s juicy. With layers of black fruits and well-integrated acidity and fruitiness should be in perfect order tannins, it has a dense texture while also packing from late 2020. Score: 91 (Roger Voss, Wine a punch of great fruitiness. The fruit and tannins are Enthusiast, April 1, 2020) ripe. This wine will develop well. Drink from 2021. Light-bodied & Fruity Score: 90 (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, 750 mL (XD) $21.95 2 Dec. 31, 2018) 18586 Í2ZÈ6)Î Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $16.95 2 18579 Í2YÈ93Î

CHÂTEAU LARROQUE 2016 BURGUNDY Sustainable, AC Bordeaux Supérieur A near 50-50 blend of Merlot and Cabernet LOUIS MAX BOURGOGNE Sauvignon, this wine has a fine tannic structure that HAUTES-CÔTES DE BEAUNE supports a generous array of rich dark fruit and 2017 spice. The excellent, fresh spine of acidity will make AC TASTING NOTE: This is a crisp, red Burgundy that this a confident pairing for grilled burgers or ribs. seems light at first, but has a nice balance of crisp [The Concours International de Lyon did not acidity and a touch of dry tannin. Very lively finish. include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Concours Drink or hold. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, International de Lyon, 2019) Feb. 12, 2019) Medium-bodied & Fruity Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 750 mL (XD) $28.95 2 92536 Í|UÈ6iÎ 20076 Í4’È6,Î

LES GRANGES DES DOMAINES NUITON-BEAUNOY BEAUNE 2018 EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD 2016 AC AC Haut-Médoc The Nuiton-Beaunoy wine-growing cooperative This blend of Merlot and Cabernet is a fine example has been operating in Burgundy since 1957. of the crisp, ripe, generously fruity character of Sourced from clay-limestone soils, this wine offers Bordeaux’s 2016 vintage. It shows fresh, bright good balance and structure, with well-outlined dark fruit framed by notes of vanilla and caramel. cherry and earth notes. Pair with fennel-garlic pork Pair it with filet mignon and whisky-braised roast or stuffed eggplant. mushrooms. Medium-bodied & Fruity Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $36.95 3 750 mL (XD) $28.95 2 447573 ÍLki#Î 18581 Í2ZÈ1|Î

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LOIRE DOMAINES ANDRÉ AUBERT VISAN CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2018 DOMAINE LANGLOIS-CHÂTEAU AC SAUMUR ROUGE 2018 This classic pairing of Grenache and Syrah is quite Sustainable, AP floral and aromatic, with red and black fruit, pepper From a winery that dates back to the late 19th spice and mineral. Intense but approachable, it’s century, this wine is made from Cabernet Franc an ideal barbecue wine, with the flexibility to match fermented and matured in stainless steel. Look for with a wide range of grilled meats as well as blueberry, boysenberry and crunchy bell pepper vegetarian options. This could just be your new notes, and pair with braised duck breast or chicken summer house red. carnitas. Full-bodied & Smooth Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $16.95 2 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2 224915 Í6Q/`Î 18157 Í2/È7>Î

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GÉRARD BERTRAND FITOU E. GUIGAL CROZES-HERMITAGE 2018 GRENACHE/CARIGNAN 2018 AC AP TASTING NOTE: Tasted against the 2016 and TASTING NOTE: Rich, spicy and full-bodied with 2017, Guigal’s 2018 Crozes Hermitage reveals ripe plum, cherry and anise flavours on the palate. another level of ripeness and plushness. It’s The vineyard for this Fitou wine lies between the full-bodied, maybe even a little jammy (not a mountains of Corbières and the lakes and beaches problem at this youthful stage of its evolution), along the Mediterranean coastline in southern without being heavy or overdone. Drink date: France and the Grenache-based and Carignan 2021-2027. Score: 90-92 (Joe Czerwinski, robust red is a full expression of this terroir. Drink robertparker.com, Dec. 19, 2019) date: 2020-2025. Score: 91 (nataliemaclean.com, June 6, 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $39.95 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 704908 ÍfQ({Î 403683 ÍHDsVÎ

RHÔNE CHÂTEAU LE GRAND RETOUR PLAN DE DIEU CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2018 XAVIER VIGNON CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2019 AC AP TASTING NOTE: The 2018 Côtes Du Rhône Villages TASTING NOTE: Ripe-cherry, blueberry, orange- Plan De Dieu is still in tank yet sports a saturated zest and licorice aromas. It’s medium-bodied with purple color as well as notes of blackberries, ground ripe, rounded tannins. Juicy, bright and flavorful. pepper, violets, and earth. It’s pure, plush, and From organically grown grapes. Delicious now medium to full-bodied, with a rounded, seamless [till 2024+]. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, texture and tons of character. It’s rocking little fruit March 5, 2021) bomb to drink on release and over the following 2-4 years. Maturity: 2019-2023. Score: 89-91 (Jeb Medium-bodied & Fruity Dunnuck, jebdunnuck.com, Aug. 16, 2019) 750 mL (XD) $17.95 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 297317 Í=i16Î 750 mL (XD) $15.95 2 4 Organic product 224592 Í6M|qÎ

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FRANCE – RED WINE CONT’D CHÂTEAU MINUTY PRESTIGE ROSÉ 2020 SOUTHWEST AP Côtes de Provence This wine is a blend of Grenache, Cinsault, CHÂTEAU SAINT-SERNIN Tibouren and Syrah. From that list, Tibouren may MALBEC DE CALCAIRE 2015 be unfamiliar to you. Though it likely has Greek AC Cahors origins, it’s now mostly associated with Provence. TASTING NOTE: The chalky third terrace of the four In this wine, it adds floral and earth tones to a fruity, hillside Cahors vineyard levels has produced a wine lifted rosé with wonderful food-friendly texture. that is smooth and ripe, rounded with integrated Perfect for brunch with a charcuterie board or a tannins and great black fruits. The wine is just quiche lorraine. reaching drinkability although it will be even better Easygoing & Fruity from 2020. Best Buy. Score: 91 (Roger Voss, 750 mL (XD) $38.95 1 Wine Enthusiast, Nov. 1, 2019) 19849 Í3tÈ9jÎ Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2 15773 Í/mÈ3@Î

FRANCE – ROSÉ WINE

MIDI GASSIER SABLES D’AZUR ROSÉ 2020 AP Côtes de Provence SAINT ROCH LE ROSÉ 2020 When it comes to pairing wine and food, the AP Côtes du Roussillon texture of the wine is a key component. This This delightful blend of Grenache Noir, Grenache popular summer sipper is a blend of Cinsault, Gris and Mourvèdre has an elegant glass stopper Grenache and Syrah and always has quite a that perfectly suits the wine within. It’s tangy and luxuriant mouthfeel alongside the bright red fruit, fresh, with nectarine, red cherry, and a minty herbal citrus and savoury notes. Lifted and energetic, it note. This will be wonderful on its own or paired works with summer salads, grilled seafood, grilled with grilled fish, or a baguette smeared with soft chicken breast, or charcuterie platters. cheese. Medium-bodied & Dry Easygoing & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $18.95 1 750 mL (XD) $18.95 2 33621 ÍA^È1,Î 557900 ÍWoÂ)Î

PROVENCE RHÔNE CHÂTEAU DES FERRAGES MON PLAISIR SAINTE-VICTOIRE GABRIEL MEFFRE SAINT FERRÉOL ROSÉ 2020 TAVEL 2020 AC Côtes de Provence Vegan, AP Sourced from calcareous soils covered with red A fragrant, ripe rosé, with notes of strawberry, clay and pebbles, this blend of Grenache, Syrah orange citrus, peach and mineral. This has the and Cinsault shows off Tavel’s robust, generous region’s characteristic concentration, intensity and character. It’s long and tangy, with red fruit, apple, lithe character. Pair with grilled salmon, grilled citrus, melon and herb notes. Pair with eggplant- veggies or spicy Korean-style ribs. Drink now till and-sweet-potato burgers. 2023+. Medium-bodied & Dry Medium-bodied & Dry 750 mL (XD) $21.95 1 750 mL (XD) $22.95 2 450866 19834 Í3sÈ4TÎ ÍM(bWÎ

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XAVIER VIGNON CÔTES DU RHÔNE FRIULI ROSÉ 2020 AP COLLAVINI T FRIULANO 2018 Xavier Vignon’s 2020 Côtes du Rhône Rosé DOC Collio features Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache, TASTING NOTE: Peaches and mangoes with hints all of which were fermented together to create a of lemons follow through to a full body, pretty fruit richly textured, ripe wine with red berry fruit, savoury and a flavorful finish. Chalky undertone. Drink now. spice and herbs. It’s a vibrant, dynamic rosé from Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2019) one of the most influential winemakers in the Rhône. Light & Crisp Try it with shawarma-style grilled chicken. 750 mL (XD) $16.95 1 Medium-bodied & Dry 631622 750 mL (XD) $17.95 1 Í_06\Î 450908 ÍM)(yÎ 4 Organic product

ROUSSILLON SARDINIA DOMAINE LAFAGE GALLICA CANTINE DI DOLIANOVA ROSÉ 2020 PRENDAS VERMENTINO DI AP Côtes du Roussillon SARDEGNA 2019 The Grenache Gris, Grenache Noir and Macabeo DOC in this wine come from vines averaging more than Sourced from clay- and limestone-rich soils and 60 years of age. These mature vines impart impres- fermented in stainless steel, this wine spends sive concentration and depth of fruit flavour, while close to six weeks resting on the lees. It’s elegant the marble and quartz soils introduce a fine stony and fresh, with lifted floral tones, apple, gooseberry, minerality and create a rosé of significant weight grapefruit, almond, and a saline minerality. An and texture. Perfect for grilled salmon skewers. excellent option for sushi or grilled seafood. Medium-bodied & Dry Full-bodied & Rich 750 mL (XD) $24.95 1 750 mL (XD) $21.95 2 19848 Í3tÈ8fÎ 17770 Í1mÈ06Î

ITALY – WHITE WINE ITALY – RED WINE

ABRUZZO ABRUZZO NOVARIPA MONATIC AMBER TERRA D’ALIGI TATONE MONTEPULCIANO PINOT GRIGIO 2019 D’ABRUZZO 2016 IGP Terre di Chieti DOC Ramato is an historical Friuli technique for TASTING NOTE: Dense aromas of brandy-dipped imparting additional colour, texture and flavour to cherries and blackberries meld with firm doses Pinot Grigio by fermenting the wine on the grape of tobacco, anise and cardamom in this sultry red. skins. The resulting wines are often referred to as The full-bodied palate is rounded and supple in amber wines or orange wines. This one will be a feel, with concentrated dark berry and plum flavors tangy, refreshing sipper, with more depth and that are lifted by a mix of sweet and savory spices. complexity than PG typically offers. Pair with sushi. A firm webbing of tannins holds it all together, never [Luca Maroni did not include a tasting note.] detracting from the fruit. Drink now. Score: 91 Score: 92 (lucamaroni.com, Oct. 23, 2020) (Alexander Peartree, Wine Enthusiast, March 1, 2021) Full-bodied & Firm Aromatic & Flavourful 1 750 mL (XD) $17.95 1 750 mL (D) $16.95 19302 Í3>È2IÎ 994616 ÍÇN0CÎ

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ITALY – RED WINE CONT’D TUSCANY

MARCHE CANONICA A CERRETO RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 MAROTTI CAMPI ORGIOLO DOCG LACRIMA DI MORRO D’ALBA TASTING NOTE: Aromas of blackberries, blueber- SUPERIORE 2017 ries and lavender follow through to a full body, tight DOC and dense fruit and a long and chewy finish. Needs TASTING NOTE: Their Orgiolo ’17 is a magnificent time to come together. Try after 2020. Score: 94 Lacrima, a monument built of characteristic floral (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 7, 2019) aromas softened by spicy hints of black pepper, a Full-bodied & Firm brilliant palate in which a fine tannic weave gives 750 mL (XD) $24.95 2 way to a complex, elegant, extraordinarily long finish. Score:BBB (gamberorosso.it, 2020) 275867 Í;ZcEÎ Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $24.95 2 17676 Í1cÈ6:Î PIAN DELLE VIGNE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2015 DOCG (Antinori) TASTING NOTE: The nose shows an alluring display PIEDMONT of hauntingly dark florals giving way to crushed black cherry, plums, and tobacco, with hints of spiced CANTINA DEL NEBBIOLO citrus and undergrowth adding further depths. On BAROLO 2015 the palate, silky textures flood the senses with ripe DOCG red and black fruits, carried by vibrant acids, as TASTING NOTE: 100% Nebbiolo. Alluring nose of sweet spices and minerals slowly saturate, and fine ripe red fruit with hints of peach and baking spices, tannin begins to mount toward the finale. The finish and juicy, spicy, gently tannic palate; polished and is long and structured, resonating on zesty wild berry pleasant. Score: 94 (Decanter World Wine Awards, fruits, spice, and minerals; yet its tannic heft keeps it 2019) all in check. The 2015 Pian delle Vigne is one of the few wines of the vintage that requires some time in Full-bodied & Firm the cellar, and with this balance of primary fruits, 750 mL (XD) $35.95 2 acids, and structure, it should emerge as something 17678 Í1cÈ8BÎ to behold. Drinking window: 2024-2034. Score: 94 (Eric Guido, vinous.com, April 2020) Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $77.95 3 651141 Ía+I&Î FONTANAFREDDA EREMO LANGHE ROSSO 2016 DOC RUFFINO RISERVA DUCALE ORO GRAN TASTING NOTE: Fontanafredda’s Eremo 2016 is SELEZIONE CHIANTI CLASSICO 2016 a full-bodied smoky, earthy with bright red cherry, DOCG leather and sweet tobacco leaf flavours on the Ruffino’s “Oro” (gold) Riserva Ducale is produced palate. Great acidity for food on this well-priced only in exceptional vintages. The estate-grown 60% Barbera and 40% Nebbiolo red wine blend grapes are harvested by hand and the wine is aged from the Langhe region in Piedmont. Decant 1-2 for 36 months. This is a wine of great pedigree that hours prior to pouring with grilled game meats. shows complex, layered dark fruit and earth notes Enjoy now and pair it with game meats. Drink date: and will age for 15+ years. Try it tonight with grilled 2019-2025. Score: 90 (nataliemaclean.com, rosemary lamb. March 15, 2019) Full-bodied & Firm Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $49.95 2 750 mL (XD) $19.95 2 353201 ÍC@!!Î 454041 ÍMHILÎ

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VENETO VENETO CASTELFORTE AMARONE DELLA BISCARDO ROSAPASSO 2020 VALPOLICELLA 2015 IGT Veneto DOCG TASTING NOTE: Sourced from vines over 20 years TASTING NOTE: (Translated from the Italian) ... of age grown in volcanic soils, this wine offers vibrant and floral with fragrant ripe blackberry and plenty of melon, strawberry, raspberry and mineral spiced wild berries. One of the best Amarone wines tones. It’s fresh and tangy, with bright, food-friendly and among the best Italian reds ever. Chapeau. acidity. Try it with summer salads or grilled chicken, Score: 98 (lucamaroni.com, Sept. 27, 2019) or simply sip and enjoy. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth Easygoing & Fruity 750 mL (D) $32.95 2 750 mL (XD) $15.95 1 496414 ÍQ`./Î 668780 ÍbwpfÎ

I BALZI ROSSO 2018 VENEZIE IGT Veneto (Verga) MASI ROSA DEI MASI 2020 TASTING NOTE: Founded in 1895, Natale Verga IGT Rosato Trevenezie has been family-owned and -operated for five This rosé is made in the appassimento method, generations. This blend of Corvina and Merlot is whereby a percentage of the grapes are partially ripe, juicy and quite delicious, with dark and red dried before fermentation to introduce greater fruit, chocolate tones and an elevating pepper concentration, flavour, colour and texture. Floral, spice. You’ll want this on your team as you barbecue versatile and robust for a rosé, it has generous red this summer. Pair with grilled ribs, sausages, or apple, strawberry, cranberry and cherry tones. mushroom burgers. (Vintages panel, Jan. 2020) Pair with grilled pork ribs or seafood. Full-bodied & Smooth Medium-bodied & Dry 750 mL (D) $16.95 1 750 mL (XD) $16.95 1 477075 ÍOfk”Î 377267 ÍEhckÎ

PORTUGAL – RED WINE ITALY – ROSÉ WINE QUINTA DO COVÃO RESERVA TUSCANY TOURIGA NACIONAL 2016 DOC Dão RICASOLI ALBIA ROSÉ 2020 TASTING NOTE: Vineyards located between 1,200 IGT Toscana and 1,500 feet have given richly textured fruit and This wine has an evocative, lifted floral note atop finely perfumed tannins. Fermented and then aged touches of herbs and rhubarb. It’s fresh and zippy, in new wood for 12 months, this is splendid, ripe, with deftly expressed apricot and a savoury full of fruit and still worthy of aging. Drink from undertone. Enjoy it with grilled prawns dressed 2021. Cellar Selection. Score: 94 (Roger Voss, with lemon chili and oregano. Wine Enthusiast, April 1, 2020) Easygoing & Fruity Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $17.95 1 750 mL (XD) $33.95 2 556266 ÍW^bfÎ 18410 Í2IÈ0VÎ

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PORTUGAL – RED WINE CONT’D BALBÁS CRIANZA 2016 DO Ribera del Duero QUINTA VALE DE FORNOS TASTING NOTE: Cocoa and sandalwood notes RESERVA TOURIGA NACIONAL frame currant, wild berry, toast and mineral flavors 2015 in this expressive red. Dense but remains lively and DOC Tejo fresh, with a floral finish. Drink now through 2028. Score: (Thomas Matthews, winespectator.com, TASTING NOTE: One of a trio of single-variety wines 92 April 30, 2019) from this producer, this wine is dense and seriously successful. It comes from a property once owned Full-bodied & Firm by Dona Antónia Ferreira, who created some of the 750 mL (XD) $22.95 2 greatest Douro estates. Its ripe tannins and bold floral black fruits are now fully mature although the 437673 ÍKli$Î wine could age further. Best Buy. Score: 93 (Roger Featured as our Wine of the Month Voss, Wine Enthusiast, April 1, 2020) Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $24.95 2 18686 Í2dÈ6=Î

PORTUGAL – ROSÉ WINE

CONFIDENCIAL RESERVA ROSÉ 2020 BARAHONDA BARRICA Vegan, Vinho Regional Lisboa MONASTRELL/SYRAH 2017 A blend of over 10 varietals sourced from clay and DO Yecla limestone soils. Such multi-varietal blends are TASTING NOTE: A brambly ripe-berry nose here common in Portugal, where winemakers create a with a violet-flower edge, too. The palate has a virtually inexhaustible array of must-try, elegant, smoothly resolved feel with abundant, ripe red refined, food-friendly expressions from the country’s plums and plenty of sweet, fleshy appeal. Drink more than 250 unique indigenous grapes. This now. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, July 26, 2019) wine boasts orange zest, redcurrant, herbs, spice, Full-bodied & Smooth mineral and a brilliant, zippy acidity. Sip, or serve 750 mL (XD) $17.95 1 with finger foods. 378869 ÍExe*Î Easygoing & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $15.95 1 19846 Í3tÈ6^Î

SPAIN – RED WINE MARQUES DE LA CONCORDIA VIÑA ALARDE RESERVA 2015 FINCA RÍO NEGRO COGOLLUDO DOCa Rioja GUADALAJARA 2015 TASTING NOTE: This is a cracking Rioja Reserva Vino de la Tierra de Castilla for the price, supple and silky on the palate, with TASTING NOTE: Attractive, brambly aromas and attractive, leathery, sweet red fruit and a hint of berry-biscuit notes with a deep, plum core. The mocha. Fresh and modern in style, this is fully ready palate has a sleek, plush and vibrant core of to drink now. Drinking window: 2020-2021. Score: deep-set cassis and plums. Drink now. Score: 93 90 (Amy Wislocki, decanter.com, May 31, 2020) (jamessuckling.com, July 26, 2019) Full-bodied & Smooth Full-bodied & Firm 750 mL (XD) $18.95 1 750 mL (XD) $20.95 2 10548 Í*VÈ8!Î 19286 Í3<È6UÎ

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TORRES SALMOS 2017 DOCa Priorat TASTING NOTE: A beautiful red with rather flamboyant fruit, showing crushed berries, flowers and some chocolate and walnut undertones. It’s full-bodied and layered. Creamy texture. Drink or Product Availability hold. Score: 93 (jamessuckling.com, Nov. 2, 2020) Due to the ongoing situation surrounding Full-bodied & Smooth COVID-19 and printing lead times, availability of 750 mL (XD) $39.95 1 some products in this catalogue may change and may vary by store location. For the most 450734 ÍM’B\Î up-to-date product availability, visit lcbo.com/ vintages and click “shop our latest release,” or click “Vintages Latest” to sign up for our e-mail newsletter.

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RED WINE CONT’D MEXICO n 983742 L.A. CETTO PETITE SIRAH 2017* Page 43 $13.95 ARGENTINA n 232637 BENMARCO CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019 Page 43 $19.95 n 74922 LUIGI BOSCA D.O.C. MALBEC 2018 Page 44 $29.95 n 17456 MARCELO PELLERITI WINEMAKER SERIES MALBEC 2018 Page 44 $21.95 CHILE n 19247 EMILIANA VIGNO VIGNADORES DE CARIGNAN 2017 4 Page 44 $19.95 n 19244 ERRÁZURIZ MAX PINOT NOIR 2019 Page 45 $19.95 n 387910 ERRÁZURIZ SYRAH 2018 Page 45 $21.95 n 19241 ESPIRITU DE CHILE INTREPIDO RESERVA MERLOT 2019 Page 45 $15.95 n 269175 FALERNIA GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2017 Page 45 $16.95 n 947929 LAPOSTOLLE CUVÉE ALEXANDRE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Page 45 $27.95 n 13428 LAURA HARTWIG SINGLE VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Page 45 $16.95 n 19242 MAPU RESERVA CARMENÈRE 2019 Page 46 $13.95 n 632927 SAN PEDRO SIDERAL 2018 Page 46 $29.95 AUSTRALIA n 327403 PAXTON MV SHIRAZ 2019 4* Page 46 $19.95 n 639575 PENLEY PHOENIX CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019* Page 46 $18.95 n 522235 PETER LEHMANN THE BAROSSAN SHIRAZ 2018 Page 46 $21.95 NEW ZEALAND n 538900 ANTHONY JOSEPH VIDAL RESERVE PINOT NOIR 2017 Page 47 $24.95 SOUTH AFRICA n 18752 CHRISTINA THE HERITAGE COLLECTION SHIRAZ 2017 Page 48 $23.95 n 630756 KANONKOP KADETTE PINOTAGE 2018 Page 48 $19.95 FRANCE – BORDEAUX n 18578 BARON PHILIPPE DE ROTHSCHILD MOUTON CADET RÉSERVE 2016 Page 49 $24.95 n 140483 CHÂTEAU GUILLOU 2016 Page 49 $23.95 n 18579 CHÂTEAU LA GRAVIÈRE 2015 Page 50 $16.95 n 92536 CHÂTEAU LARROQUE 2016 Page 50 $17.95 n 18581 LES GRANGES DES DOMAINES EDMOND DE ROTHSCHILD 2016 Page 50 $28.95 FRANCE – BEAUJOLAIS n 18586 COLLIN BOURISSET LES VIGNES VIAL FLEURIE 2018 Page 50 $21.95 FRANCE – BURGUNDY n 20076 LOUIS MAX BOURGOGNE HAUTES-CÔTES DE BEAUNE 2017 Page 50 $28.95 n 447573 NUITON-BEAUNOY BEAUNE 2018 Page 50 $36.95 FRANCE – LOIRE n 18157 DOMAINE LANGLOIS-CHÂTEAU SAUMUR ROUGE 2018 Page 51 $18.95 FRANCE – MIDI n 403683 GÉRARD BERTRAND FITOU GRENACHE/CARIGNAN 2018 Page 51 $17.95 FRANCE – RHÔNE n 224592 CHÂTEAU LE GRAND RETOUR PLAN DE DIEU CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2018 Page 51 $15.95 n 224915 DOMAINES ANDRÉ AUBERT VISAN CÔTES DU RHÔNE-VILLAGES 2018 Page 51 $16.95 n 704908 E. GUIGAL CROZES-HERMITAGE 2018 Page 51 $39.95 n 297317 XAVIER VIGNON CÔTES DU RHÔNE 2019 4 Page 51 $17.95 FRANCE – SOUTHWEST n 15773 CHÂTEAU SAINT-SERNIN MALBEC DE CALCAIRE 2015 Page 52 $18.95 ITALY – ABRUZZO n 994616 TERRA D’ALIGI TATONE MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO 2016 Page 53 $16.95 ITALY – MARCHE n 17676 MAROTTI CAMPI ORGIOLO LACRIMA DI MORRO D’ALBA SUPERIORE 2017 Page 54 $24.95 ITALY – PIEDMONT n 17678 CANTINA DEL NEBBIOLO BAROLO 2015 Page 54 $35.95 n 454041 FONTANAFREDDA EREMO LANGHE ROSSO 2016 Page 54 $19.95 ITALY – TUSCANY n 275867 CANONICA A CERRETO RISERVA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 Page 54 $24.95 n 651141 PIAN DELLE VIGNE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2015 Page 54 $77.95 n 353201 RUFFINO RISERVA DUCALE ORO GRAN SELEZIONE CHIANTI CLASSICO 2016 Page 54 $49.95 ITALY – VENETO n 496414 CASTELFORTE AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA 2015 Page 55 $32.95 n 477075 I BALZI ROSSO 2018 Page 55 $16.95 PORTUGAL n 18410 QUINTA DO COVÃO RESERVA TOURIGA NACIONAL 2016 Page 55 $33.95 n 18686 QUINTA VALE DE FORNOS RESERVA TOURIGA NACIONAL 2015 Page 56 $24.95 SPAIN n 19286 FINCA RÍO NEGRO COGOLLUDO GUADALAJARA 2015 Page 56 $20.95 n 437673 BALBÁS CRIANZA 2016 Page 56 $22.95 n 378869 BARAHONDA BARRICA MONASTRELL/SYRAH 2017 Page 56 $17.95 n 10548 MARQUES DE LA CONCORDIA VIÑA ALARDE RESERVA 2015 Page 56 $18.95 n 450734 TORRES SALMOS 2017 Page 57 $39.95 ROSÉ WINE CANADA – ONTARIO n 16953 LAKEVIEW CELLARS SERENITY PINOT NOIR ROSÉ 2020 6 Page 40 $15.95 n 16250 THE TRAGICALLY HIP FLAMENCO ROSÉ 2020 6 Page 40 $19.95 USA – OREGON n 15275 ERATH PINOT NOIR ROSÉ 2020 Page 43 $22.95 NEW ZEALAND n 19545 SOHO WHITE COLLECTION HARRY ROSÉ 2020 Page 48 $18.95 FRANCE – MIDI n 557900 SAINT ROCH LE ROSÉ 2020 Page 52 $18.95 FRANCE – PROVENCE n 19834 CHÂTEAU DES FERRAGES MON PLAISIR SAINTE-VICTOIRE ROSÉ 2020 Page 52 $22.95 n 19849 CHÂTEAU MINUTY PRESTIGE ROSÉ 2020 Page 52 $38.95 n 33621 GASSIER SABLES D’AZUR ROSÉ 2020 Page 52 $18.95 FRANCE – RHÔNE n 450866 GABRIEL MEFFRE SAINT FERRÉOL TAVEL 2020 Page 52 $21.95 n 450908 XAVIER VIGNON CÔTES DU RHÔNE ROSÉ 2020 4 Page 53 $17.95 FRANCE – ROUSSILLON n 19848 DOMAINE LAFAGE GALLICA ROSÉ 2020 Page 53 $24.95 ITALY – TUSCANY n 556266 RICASOLI ALBIA ROSÉ 2020 Page 55 $17.95 ITALY – VENETO n 668780 BISCARDO ROSAPASSO 2020 Page 55 $15.95 ITALY – VENEZIE n 377267 MASI ROSA DEI MASI 2020 Page 55 $16.95 PORTUGAL n 19846 CONFIDENCIAL RESERVA ROSÉ 2020 Page 56 $15.95

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C713 June 12 2021 Release EN.indd 59 2021-05-11 11:43 AM TOP-FLIGHT TEQUILAS Explore our newest premium collection in the Tequila Shop.

Just in time for sunny summer days, we’ve released a special new lineup of this celebrated Mexican spirit. The Tequila Shop’s exclusive, evolving collection includes dozens of finely crafted premium offerings from top producers in a range of styles. Whether your tastes run to blanco, reposado or añejo tequilas, or to mezcal, the spirit’s smokier cousin, you’re sure to discover a new (or old!) favourite or two perfect for sipping solo or elevating summery cocktails. (Check out Frozen Assets and Jell-Oh! in the upcoming Summer edition of Food & Drink magazine for some unique ideas.) Here, we feature four of the newest additions to this refined collection.

These and other fine 100% agave tequilas and mezcals are available at select LCBO locations, or shop the full collection online at lcbo.com/tequilashop.

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MADRE MEZCAL This hand-crafted, artisanal sipping mezcal from Oaxaca opens with aromas of citrus, smoke, earth and herbs and follows with flavours of agave and sage. It’s medium- bodied and toasty with a long, warm finish. 19423 750 mL $99.95

CINCORO AÑEJO TEQUILA Co-owned by retired NBA legend Michael Jordan, this award-winning añejo tequila is luxuriously smooth from over two years in barrel. Expect evocations of caramel, roasted agave, dried apricot, orange rind and wood spice. 19699 750 mL $229.95

COBALTO ORGANIC BLANCO TEQUILA This organic tequila is distilled twice and carefully filtered to create the smoothest sip. Look for aromas and flavours of citrus, agave, pine and vanilla, with a lingering, graceful finish. 19461 750 mL $84.95

EL TEQUILEÑO GRAN RESERVA REPOSADO TEQUILA Gold Medal winner at the 2020 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, this reposado showcases aromas and flavours of vanilla, cooked agave, oak, peppercorn and dried fruit. It’s medium-bodied and rich, with a long finish. 19459 750 mL $89.95

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C713 June 12 2021 Release EN.indd 61 2021-05-06 7:13 PM Flagship Exclusives Shop online or visit our largest stores for this exciting expanded collection of premium Vintages products.

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

Quantities are limited. For product inventory and full tasting notes, visit lcbo.com/vintages *Late arrival. Product may not be available at release time.

Vintages Flagship Stores OTTAWA Rideau St. at King Edward OAKVILLE Cornwall Dr. at Trafalgar Rd. WOODBRIDGE Hwy. 7 & Weston Rd.

C713 June 12 2021 Release EN.indd 62 2021-05-06 7:13 PM SOUTHBROOK LAUNDRY CAMBRIA JULIA’S VINEYARD MATANZAS CREEK ALEXANDER VINEYARD CHARDONNAY 2018 6 PINOT NOIR 2017 VALLEY MERLOT 2016 Vegan, VQA Lincoln Lakeshore, Sustainable, Santa Maria Valley, Alexander Valley, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Santa Barbara County, California Sonoma County, California Yellow plum, wet stone, lemon curd, apple Dried cherry, toasted sage, roasted Leather, cinnamon toast, cedar, tobacco butter, and baking spice. strawberry, bright raspberry and wild thyme. leaves, bitter chocolate, dried herbs and graphite. Full-bodied & Rich 94 points (Matt Kettman, 750 mL (XD) $35.00 2 Wine Enthusiast, July 1, 2020) 91 points (Erin Brooks, robertparker.com, Dec. 19, 2019) Medium-bodied & Fruity 16078 Í0’È80Î 750 mL (XD) $34.95 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $39.95 2 980482 ÍÆ$rMÎ 932806 Í}<&bÎ

LADY HILL CABERNET DURIGUTTI PIE DE MONTE FINCA BRAMASOLE LA BRACCESCA SAUVIGNON 2016 LAS JARILLAS MALBEC 2017* SYRAH 2017 Columbia Valley, Washington Gualtallary, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina DOC Cortona, Tuscany, Italy (Antinori) Graphite, bittersweet chocolate, cigar Spicy, textured and peppery, with tapenade box, anise, flower and dark cherry. and blackberry. Polished and layered, with richly revealed blackberries, blueberries and cloves. 89 points (Sean P. Sullivan, 94 points (Tim Atkin, MW, timatkin.com, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 31, 2020) Argentina Special Report 2020) 95 points (jamessuckling.com, Aug. 24, 2020) Full-bodied & Smooth Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $34.95 2 750 mL (XD) $29.95 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 750 mL (XD) $66.95 2 20752 Í4kÈ2=Î 18758 Í2kÈ8SÎ 12741 Í,jÈ1/Î

PINTAS CHARACTER RED 2017 COTO DE IMAZ RESERVA 2015* DOC Douro, Portugal DOCa Rioja, Spain (Wine & Soul) Big, bold and lush, with well-expressed Tightly structured, with blackcurrant, fruit fruit, toast and firm tannins. peel, clove and potpourri. Drink 2022-2030+. Shop 96 points (Decanter Asia Wine 93 points (jamessuckling.com, Awards, 2019) Nov. 24, 2020) Medium-bodied & Fruity mobile! Medium-bodied & Fruity 750 mL (XD) $23.95 2 750 mL (XD) $49.95 3 Use our LCBO app to order 472928 ÍO=

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

C713 June 12 2021 Release EN.indd 63 2021-05-11 11:44 AM More Ontario to Love Introducing an exciting new collection of special limited- release Ontario wines. Discover the styles Ontario does best, explore the offerings of top local winemakers and take advantage of great values in our special Ontario wine boutiques in select stores. We’re excited to introduce this special limited-availability collection of new, small-lot and unique wines from some of our favourite producers – and yours. Check them out in the LCBO Ontario wines section.

C713 June 12 2021 Release EN.indd 64 2021-05-06 7:14 PM DEALS TO DISCOVER Di Profio is a charmingly quirky boutique winery in Jordan Station. They make their wines primarily from fruit grown on their own Mia Cara vineyard and this one’s an DI PROFIO ESTATE 6 unorthodox blend of Chardonnay, Muscat, KITCHEN ZINC 2018 VQA Ontario Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Vidal. Its tropical fruit and melon notes are a perfect Aromatic & Flavourful way to ease into summer and the price is 17629 (D) easy on the wallet. 750 mL $17.00 1

Look for these STANDOUT top-quality wines SELECTIONS in Our Wine Founded in 2010 by the Icel family, Icellars Country boutiques is another of Ontario’s boutique wineries in 20 select stores, to watch. In fact, you can watch assistant ICELLARS RESERVE RED 2017 6 in the Vintages winemaker Robbie Day and colleague Taylor Icel Vineyard, Toth, both graduates of the winemaking VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake section of select program at Niagara College, as they taste Full-bodied & Firm Toronto- and and describe this darkly fruity, estate-grown Ottawa-area stores Cab-and-Merlot blend at icellars.ca/wines. 19742 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 3 or order online at lcbo.com.

STYLE SPOTLIGHT There’s more than one way to make rosé. One approach is to blend white and red wines together, creating a pink wine that’s wonder- fully intricate and dynamic. That’s just what MARYNISSEN ESTATES Marynissen does with this blend of Riesling, ROSÉ 2020 6 Chardonnay, Muscat, Merlot and Pinot Noir. VQA Niagara Peninsula What results is a food-friendly rosé bursting Easygoing & Fruity with raspberry, cherry and watermelon. 16454 (D) 750 mL $16.95 1

WINERY FOCUS One of Niagara’s founding-family wineries, Reif Estate has been making wines on their REIF CHENIN BLANC REIF RESERVE 125-acre family farm in Niagara River since 2018 6 GEWÜRZTRAMINER 1982. The Reif family has always had a Sustainable, 2017 6 pioneering spirit, which is why they’ve found VQA Niagara River, Sustainable, VQA Niagara great success with such relatively rare Niagara-on-the-Lake River, Niagara-on-the-Lake white wine varieties as Chenin Blanc and Light & Crisp Aromatic & Flavourful Gewürztraminer in addition to Kerner, 172411 (XD) 360255 (XD) Semillon and more. 750 mL $19.95 2 750 mL $19.95 2

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(K) = Kosher (KP) = Kosher for Passover (KPM) = Kosher for Passover & Mevushal Prices subject to change without notice. Quantities are limited.

Wines on these Special Offers pages can also be ordered online at lcbo.com.

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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C713 June 12 2021 Release EN.indd 67 2021-05-06 8:59 PM good to know In our next catalogue... June 26, 2021 All products in this catalogue can be ordered online at • FEATURE STORIES lcbo.com or through our app (available from the App • Cool cottage wines Store or Google Play), or obtained at Vintages locations • Escape to California across Ontario. Quantities are limited, and product WINES OF THE MONTH availability varies by store. BRILLA PROSECCO DOC, Italy (13836) • Visit lcbo.com/vintages to find out about new releases, special offers, events and more, or be the first to know by DANDELION VINEYARDS signing up for the Vintages Latest weekly e-newsletter. LIONESS OF McLAREN VALE SHIRAZ 2018 McLaren Vale, South Australia (357475)

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

Pioneer spirit

ERRÁZURIZ SYRAH 2018 DO Aconcagua Costa, Chile Don Maximiano Errázuriz founded Viña Errázuriz in 1870 and planted the first French grape varieties in the Aconcagua Valley. Today, his descendants carry on that spirit of invention and adventure, as seen in this complex, intriguing Syrah with its notes of crushed blackberry, black pepper, tar and grilled meat. 387910 (XD) 750 mL 2 $21.95 Full-bodied & Smooth 95 points (jamessuckling.com)

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