Consistently well crafted, the Mullineux Chenin Blanc is quite intense while remaining elegant. The nose displays charming fruity scents : apple, pear and citrus. Light bodied but surprisingly flavourful and lengthy. Lively acidity adds freshness and assures balance. This tasty white will marry well with grilled scallops; make sure not to forget the squirt of lemon. Enjoy!

Country : South Africa

Price :  21,60 $

Code SAQ: 12889409

Score : 89/100

The Revue du Vin de France really enjoyed this Saumur-Champigny in their 2018 Vintage special issue. From a rather warm vintage, this charming red remains fresh and balanced. The lovely nose brims with ripe berries enhanced by mineral and animal scents. An elegant Cabernet Franc that offers structure and extract for good aging potential (3 to 5 years). This medium bodied Loire red will match perfectly with simply grilled pork or veal. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  31 $

Code SAQ: 14703751

Score : 91/100

From the sunny and warm 2019 vintage this fine Pinot remains typically light. The ripe juicy flavours seduce ! Deep colour for this entry level Burgundy ; the nose displays charming spicy red fruit scents with flowery hints. Quite supple and easy drinking, it should marry well with grilled chicken or barbecued salmon fillets. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  23,90 $

Code SAQ: 719104

Score : 88/100

A lovely blend of Blaufrankisch (60%) and Zweigelt (40%) offering great value! The nose displays charming ripe and tangy field berry scents. A beautiful, deeply coloured red with obvious ripe flavours that reflect the sunsoaked weather of 2019. Soft textured, medium bodied, well balanced and very easy drinking! Quite flavourful, it should match perfectly with simply grilled meats such as veal and pork.

Country : Austria

Price :  18,30 $

Code SAQ: 14444201

Score : 88+/100

Close neighbour to Burgundy, the region of Franche-Comté, (like many cooler areas in the wine world), benefits from global warming. The Pinots produced have riper flavours and more depth. Deep ruby colour, the nose exhibits lovely berry fruit. The mouthfeel reveals seductive flavours, great balance, fresh acidity and a lingering hint of bitterness. A light but flavourful red that offers great value when compared to higher priced red Burgundies. A great match with pork fillets in a raspberry vinegar sauce.

Country : France

Price :  27,45 $

Code SAQ: 13471549

Score : 89/100

This rosé from Aix-en-Provence displays a deeper colour than most (paler and thinner) rosés from Provence. A blend of Grenache (65%), Cinsault (15%), Carignan (10%) and Ugni Blanc (10%) that exudes delicate and charming fruity scents. Organically certified since 1998, Revelette’s rosé is tasty but remains typically light. Refreshing acidity and a hint of bitterness assure balance and add length. Serve this lovely pink wine with simply grilled salmon trout. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  21,60 $

Code SAQ: 13212002

Score : 89/100

Don’t miss this amazing red that can be enjoyed now or cellared for a few years. Deep purple colour. Typical Syrah nose from a sun soaked vintage : intense field berries (blackberry and currant), pepper, black liquorice and an expected discreet smoky scent. Great mouthfeel, surprising freshness, perfect balance, good extract, solid structure and a lingering flavourful finish. Serve this superb organic Crozes with your favorite barbecue grilled sausages. Good aging potential : 4 to 6 years.

Country : France

Price :  28 $

Code SAQ: 10678229

Score : 90/100

Burgundy Pinot remains the benchmark, but with global warming styles are changing. Cooler sub-regions such as Côtes d’Auxerre are now producing Pinots with more colour, richness and depth. A charming Burgundy displaying ripe fruity scents (blend of red and black berries) with floral hints. From the warm 2019 harvest, this organic Pinot remains elegant and quite tasty with surprisingly refreshing acidity. Match this lovely red with simply barbecued veal or pork fillet.

Country : France

Price :  27,20 $

Code SAQ: 11259915

Score : 90/100

From an obscure Loire Valley sub-region (Cheverny), this lovely organic blend of Gamay (70%) and Pinot Noir (30%) seduces with its perfectly ripe flavours. Typical of this warm 2019 vintage, the nose displays field berries, sweet spices and a slight animal scent. Deeply coloured with good mouthfeel, its surprisingly rich, while remaining fresh and balanced. A charming sun soaked Cheverny that will match perfectly with barbecued chicken. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  25,95 $

Code SAQ: 14713407

Score : 90/100

A typical Loire valley Sauvignon Blanc from the very reliable district of Touraine. Quite aromatic with accents of guava, citrus and green apple. A light bodied, well balanced white that remains surprisingly flavourful. Lively acidity and a hint of bitterness add freshness and length. This great value white matched perfectly with cheese stuffed gnocchi with butter and sage! Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  20,10 $

Code SAQ: 12564233

Score : 88/100