Dark in color with a mild dark berry nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice dark berry notes to match the nose along with some nice mocha notes. On the medium length finish the wine displays some nice smooth dusty tannins and nice vibrant acidity that dance on the tongue, nice and dry. This wine punches above it’s price point, I would give it an 88 or so. We paired with with red sauce meat spaghetti and it went well … This wine is vegan and organic, vegan in case you don’t know, means they only use non animal based products to fine the wine. From the LCBO web site, check stock:

Montepulciano

750 mL bottle  |   VINTAGES#:  17527$15.95RPW91 (0)Write a Review

This organic wine was aged six months in oak, then spent six months in bottle before being released. Look for really lovely fruit that has a good complexity and breadth. The acid is well balanced and delivers some juiciness to the texture, while the tannins are relaxed and nicely integrated. Overall, it’s a very attractive and versatile wine that’s best enjoyed sooner than later (by 2025), while it retains its very appealing freshness. Score – 91. (Rod Phillips, rodphillipsonwine.com, undated)READ MORE. SCREEN READERS, CONTENT WILL APPEAR ABOVE THIS CONTROL.

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Release Date:May 15, 2021750 mL bottleAlcohol/Vol:13.5%Made In:Abruzzo, ItalyBy:AgriverdeSugar Content:4 g/LSweetness Descriptor:XD – Extra DryStyle:Full-bodied & SmoothVarietal:Montepulciano

I love Vermentinos but sadly we don’t get a lot of them in Ontario. This one is pale to slightly golden in color with a nice crisp dry nose. On the mid palate the wine packs some lovely tart green apples along with some citrus notes. On the medium length finish the wine displays some nice vibrant acidity and the citrus notes and acidity stick around nicely in the mouth. On the tongue there’s a hint of effervescence. This wine is quite tasty with enough oomph to hold it’s own with some lively food. I would give it an 88 or so. I can imagine this easily keeping a couple years. Yumm .. From the LCBO web site, check stock:

Vermentino

750 mL bottle  |   VINTAGES#:  17703$17.95JS90 (0)Write a Review

Cooked apples and pears with some lemon undertones. It’s medium-bodied with creamy texture and a long, flavorful finish. Drink now. Score – 90. (jamessuckling.com, July 14, 2020)

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Release Date:May 15, 2021750 mL bottleAlcohol/Vol:13%Made In:Tuscany, ItalyBy:Famiglia CecchiSugar Content:2 g/LSweetness Descriptor:XD – Extra DryStyle:Aromatic & FlavourfulVarietal:Vermentino

Dark in color with a nice dark berry nose. On the mid palate the wine has some vibrant dark berry notes to match the nose. On the medium length finish the wine displays some vibrant acidity, some mocha/dark chocolate, and firm tannins, I would give it an 88 or so. This wine is bigger than I would have expected, quite hardy and maybe even a little young. I like my wines with a bit of bite, so to my tastes, it’s ready to be enjoyed but ought to keep easily for another couple years. From the LCBO web site, check stock:

Barbera

750 mL bottle  |   VINTAGES#:  10601$17.95LM90 

This wine is made from 100% Barbera grown on the slopes surrounding Alba and leading down to the Tanaro River. Expect bright red fruit wrapped in gentle tannins, and pair with pasta bolognese.[Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score – 90. (lucamaroni.com, 2021)READ MORE. SCREEN READERS, CONTENT WILL APPEAR ABOVE THIS CONTROL.

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Release Date:April 17, 2021750 mL bottleAlcohol/Vol:13.8%Made In:Piedmont, ItalyBy:Tenute Stefano Farina SrlSugar Content:4 g/LSweetness Descriptor:XD – Extra DryStyle:Medium-bodied & FruityVarietal:Barbera

Inky dark in color with a nice dark berry nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice rich black cherry notes along with some nice mocha. On the medium length in finish the wine displays some nice soft tannins and smooth acidity. This is a smooth, vibrant well made varietal chianti classico, nice and dry! For the money, it’s a good deal! I would give it an 88+. We paired it spaghetti and meat balls it was a heavenly match. From the LCBO web site, check stock;

750 mL bottle  |   VINTAGES#:  421388$18.95WS91 (0)Write a Review

Black cherry and plum fruit figures prominently in this medium-bodied red, shaded by tar, tobacco and iron accents. Saturated and vibrant, with a complex, lingering aftertaste. Best from 2022 through 2033. Smart Buys. Score – 91. (Bruce Sanderson, winespectator.com, Feb. 29, 2020).

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Release Date:March 6, 2021750 mL bottleAlcohol/Vol:14%Made In:Tuscany, ItalyBy:Castelli Del GrevepesaSugar Content:5 g/LSweetness Descriptor:XD – Extra DryStyle:Medium-bodied & Fruity