A great example of young tempranillo from reputed Ribera del Duero region. Bursting with youthful fruit and a kiss of spice from discreet oak (6 months in American). A light to medium bodied easy drinking red! Soft and velvety this charming rojo will marry perfectly with simply grilled veal, pork or poultry. Enjoy!
Country : Spain
Price : 17,85 $
Code SAQ: 14323839
Score : 88/100
Made entirely with Garnacha (Grenache), this rich, charming red is from the Spanish Mediterranean Coast. The nose brims of ultra ripe fruit with hints of sweet spices and tobacco. Seductive velvety mouthfeel, great volume with soft acidity and good length, this red merits our attention. Ideally served with grilled lamb chops. Enjoy !
Country : Spain
Price : 23,75 $
Code SAQ: 13909854
Score : 89/100
A perfect blend of Carignan (39%), Grenache (30%), Mourvèdre (16%) and Syrah (15%), that charms and seduces with its ripe flavours, soft acidity and a velvety texture. The flattering nose exhibits ripe red berries and sweet spices. Medium bodied with good length, it will match well with Italian sausage pizza. Enjoy!
Country : France
Price : 19,45 $
Code SAQ: 10682615
Score : 88/100
Pierre Gaillard’s hard work has paid off! This cuvée Transhumance has enormously evolved, now fresher/lighter while remaining full flavoured. Freshness and balance are assured by bright acidity and precise extraction of tannins. A lovely blend of Grenache (50%), Syrah (35%) and Mourvèdre (15%) which displays scents of field berries, anis, sweet spices and a hint of funky/animal. Quite flavourful it will marry perfectly with grilled veal or pork.
Country : France
Price : 25,25 $
Code SAQ: 10507307
Score : 89/100
A lovely and affordable Bordeaux from an excellent vintage ! This old vines blend of Merlot (72%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (28%) exhibits scents of dark berries, anis, black liquorice, cherry pits with a graphite/mineral finish. Surprising structure and volume for such a low price. Quite flavourful and well balanced, pair it with a grilled flank steak.
Country : France
Price : 19,95 $
Code SAQ: 13987713
Score : 89/100
Bordeaux fans, don’t miss this one ! ! From the outstanding 2015 vintage, this superb red from Blaye delivers the goods ! Quite ripe, the nose displays dark berries, graphite with hints of chocolate and moka on the finish. Surprising richness and length, a well balanced seductive rouge at a real affordable price. Some aging potential 2 to 4 years. Offering good extract and volume, this fine Bordeaux will match perfectly with grilled lamb chops.
Country : France
Price : 22,75 $
Code SAQ: 14147142
Score : 90/100
Lightly oaked, this excellent Chardonnay displays charming fruity scents. Quite fresh, remarkably elegant, with good volume and length. Offering great value, this perfectly balanced lovely white should marry perfectly with grilled swordfish and a squirt of lemon juice. Enjoy !
Country : New-Zealand
Price : 19,95 $
Code SAQ: 14191477
Score : 89/100
Don’t miss this great deal sparkler from Spain made with the classic varieties : Parellada (38%), Macabeu (23%), Xarel-lo (29%) and a hint of Chardonnay (10%). Very typical nose displaying floral, fruity and petroleum scents. Quite dry and lively, (only 3,2 gr/li of residual sugar) with a clean fresh finish. Excellent! Enjoy!
Country : Spain
Price : 17,15 $
Code SAQ: 13408929
Score : 88/100
The perfect wine to impress the knowledgeable friend! This rare red from Sardaigna is made entirely from the Carignan grape. In a very ripe modern style, the nose displays gobs of field berry scents. Deeply coloured, this full yet balanced red exhibits rich, ripe and round flavours. Velvety with good length, this is a surprising red. Don’t miss it !
Country : Italy
Price : 26,40 $
Code SAQ: 13622790
Score : 90/100
Don’t miss this very well priced Champagne! Rarely will you come across such remarquable value in this high priced category! A superb Blanc de Blancs (Chardonnay only) that offers amazing freshness, richness and perfect balance. Luckily this lovely cuvée was lightly sweetened (7,8 gr/li). The complex nose complements its flavourful finish. A rare, affordable Champagne, for your Holiday celebrations. Cheers!
Country : France
Price : 44,25 $
Code SAQ: 13622790
Score : 91/100