From the Mencia (100%) grape, this seductive rojo is surprisingly reminiscent of an excellent Gamay (cru) from Beaujolais. Youthful colour, medium bodied with good fruit extract, some supple tannins, quite tasty with good length. The charming nose displays spicy berry, animal and floral scents. A lovely, fresh red, crafted in the typical Raul Perez style. Try with veal shank steak and mushrooms, should work perfectly. Enjoy!

Country : Spain

Price :  25,30 $

Code SAQ: 13555945

Score :  88+/100

The «Trocken» mention indicates a wine that has very little residual sugar(4 gr/li). This lovely riesling is remarkably fresh and elegant. The subtle nose displays citrus and apple with a hint of petroleum. A refined light bodied, fairly dry white, that offers lively acidity and great balance. Surprisingly tasty, it will match perfectly with simply grilled shrimp with a dash of lime juice. Enjoy!

Country : Germany

Price :  26,65 $

Code SAQ: 15268000

Score :  89/100

A tasty regional level red Burgundy that delivers the goods! Quite representative of its vintage (2023), this lovely Pinot exudes red berries and plum scents. A charming, balanced, medium bodied red, that displays soft acidity and supple tannins. A sure match with veal fillets in a raspberry vinegar sauce. Delicious! Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  30,25 $

Code SAQ: 10516625

Score :  88+/100

From South-West France, a lovely white displaying fresh and intense flavours. This perfect blend of Gros Manseng (70%) and Camaralet (30%) brims with citrus and tropical fruit scents enhanced by a charming mineral finish. This flavourful and intense white displays lively acidity and refreshing bitterness that adds length. Try this tasty white with shrimp pasta, with just a hint of saffron. Delicious, enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  19,70 $

Code SAQ: 11481006

Score :  89/100

Here is a great bottle to celebrate St-Valentine’s day! Some might say a bit expensive, but as we know, there is no price for love! From the outstanding 2022 vintage, this lovely Burgundy is fresh, fruity and flavourful, with charming spicy red berry scents. Great balance between ripeness and freshness. This medium bodied, harmonious Pinot, should marry well with a roasted chicken and mushrooms. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  56,25 $

Code SAQ: 13276090

Score :  90+/100

For those who participate in the Dry-Feb mouvement, I recommend this very surprising dealcoholized white from Germany. Quite representative, this lovely riesling is remarkably fresh and elegant. Some residual sugar, but the wine remains lively and balanced. The intense nose displays citrus and apple with a hint of petroleum. A refined, light bodied semi-dry white, that will match perfectly with sauteed shrimps in a sweet and sour sauce. Enjoy!

Country : Germany

Price :  13,35 $

Code SAQ: 13477043

Score :  88/100

The prices of the Crus of Beaujolais (Brouilly, Morgon, Moulin-à-Vent…) are continuously increasing. Luckily, Louis Jadot continues to offer its Brouilly at a very attractive price. A great example of Gamay, this lovely red seduces with crisp berry flavours and fresh acidity.  This charming Brouilly is typically light bodied and surprisingly flavourful. Well balance, it should marry perfectly with grilled chicken and salad, for a simple week night dinner. Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  24,85 $

Code SAQ: 515841

Score :  88/100

The Mourvèdre grape dominates the Bandol (red) appellation. This cuvée from l’Olivette also has 10% of Grenache that rounds it out. A charming Provence red displaying supple, elegant flavours. Don’t be frightened by the 15% alcohol content, it’s medium bodied, well balanced with good length. Its seductive nose displays jammy, spicy, field berries scents. Should work well with veal scaloppini with mushrooms. Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  35 $

Code SAQ: 10884567

Score :  88/100

A classic field blend of Assyrtiko (85%), Athiri (10%) and Aidani (5%) that produces a lovely (white) example from this mythical island! The intense nose displays seductive fruity and floral aromas. Round, velvety and quite tasty, with soft acidity and a hint of bitterness that assure balance. A delicious white that will match perfectly with seafood and olive oil pasta. Enjoy!

Country : Greece

Price :  28,30 $

Code SAQ: 15374742

Score :  89/100

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