The fan of intense Sauvignon blanc will be seduced by this lovely South African example. Reminiscent of the Marlborough, New Zealand style, the exuberant nose displays guava, grapefruit, tomato vine and bell peppers. Typically light bodied, well balanced, and as expected, very flavourful. Lively acidity and a hint of bitterness add freshness and length. A perfect match with either oysters on the shell or fresh goat cheese on salad. Great value! Enjoy!

Country : South Africa

Price :  23,70 $

Code SAQ: 15115935

Score :  88/100

Would like to discover something different? Try this Carignan from the island of Sardinia! A grape that merits our attention, this Carignano bursts with charming juvenile fruit. Crafted in a fruity, medium bodied, easy drinking style, by one of the best producers of the island. A great value rosso, well balanced with a lingering seductive fruity finish. Built to be enjoyed in its youth, try this lovely red with simply grilled Italian sausages. Enjoy!

Country : Italy

Price :  21,15 $

Code SAQ: 14501480

Score :  88/100

Tasted with friends on Xmas eve, this lovely sparkler offers great value! Crafted with the classic regional varieties : Parellada (38%), Macabeu (23%), Xarel-lo (29%) and a hint of Chardonnay (10%), the typical nose displays floral, fruity and petroleum scents. With only 2,6 gr/li of residual sugar, this lively, dry bubly is rather fresh and seductive. Lots of character and length for such a low price. Happy New Year to all!

Country : Spain

Price :  18,70 $

Code SAQ: 13408929

Score :  89/100

The ideal red for the Holidays because of its versatility when it comes to pairings. This easy drinking, organic Sicilian red, is made from Nero d’Avola (60%) and Frappato (40%). Its charming nose displays spicy field berry scents. Medium bodied with fresh acidity, quite flavourful and perfectly balanced. This original, fresh and tasty red, offers great value. Unfortunately, not much left, so move quickly. Enjoy!

Country : Italy

Price :  25,15 $

Code SAQ: 10553362

Score :  88/100

From the sauvignon blanc variety (100%), this charming cuvée is fermented in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature to maintain the freshness of the vintage. Aged in traditional large wooden vats for 6 months, the typical nose exudes lovely citrus and passion fruit scents with mineral overtones. Quite fresh and balanced, this intense, tasty Sancerre diplays very good length. A great match for the Holiday seafood and fish dishes. Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  31,75 $

Code SAQ: 13657538

Score :  91/100

Back on the SAQ shelves this lovely gamay will pair perfectly with the Holiday turkey dinner! Grown according to biodynamic principles, it has maintained remarkable freshness in this rather scorching hot vintage. Bursting with charming ripe juvenile fruit, enhanced by spicy (pepper) and floral hints. Good weight, well balanced, typically easy drinking and satisfying Gamay. A seductive red that offers great value. Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  24,85 $

Code SAQ: 14185000

Score :  89/100

Don’t miss this tasty, very well priced sparkler! Rarely will you come across such remarquable value in this category! A classic Champagne style blend of Chardonnay (52%), Pinot Noir (43%) and Pinot meunier (5%) from Oregon that offers amazing freshness, richness and perfect balance. This lovely cuvée is quite dry only 2,3 gr/li of residual sugar. The fruity yet complex nose complements its flavourful finish. A great buy for your Holiday celebrations. Cheers!

Country : USA

Price :  39 $

Code SAQ: 14381342

Score :  92/100

Here is a lovely expression of Burgundian Chardonnay from a trendy revitalized sub region.  From the excellent 2022 vintage, it offers intense flavours, freshness, good balance, and a typical hint of bitterness (2022), that adds length and complexity. With just a kiss of oak, the classic ripe nose exudes apple, pear, some citrus and mineral hints. A tasty and lively chardonnay that will pair perfectly with grilled scallops. Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  27,35 $

Code SAQ: 13134702

Score :  89+/100

Make sure to put a few bottles in your cellar! The Saumur-Champigny appellation has faired extremely well lately (2018-19-20-22), producing reds with character and potential. This lovely organic cuvée delivers the goods: extract, structure, velvety tannins, balance and aging potential (4 to 6 years). The typical nose displays ripe dark berry fruit with vegetal and mineral hints. Offering good length, serve this luscious red with hanger or flank steak. Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  34,50 $

Code SAQ: 14988937

Score :  91/100

From the Alfrocheiro (30 %), Touriga Nacional (30 %), Tinta Roriz (30 %) and Jaen (20%) varieties, this lovely Dao red conveys remarkably well the characteristics of its cool oceanic climate. Quite fresh and elegant, medium bodied, this easy drinking red displays character and good length. The seductive nose exudes fruity, floral and animal hints. Try this flavourful elegant red with your favorite grilled veal and pork dishes. Great value! Enjoy!

Country : Portugal

Price :  17,65 $

Code SAQ: 14346176

Score :  89/100