2014 15 reference guide

2014-15 REFERENCE GUIDE
Presenting the Essential Collection from
VINTAGES. With over 130 hand-selected
proven favourites to choose from, the
world of wine is easy to explore. The finely
crafted wines in this Collection combine
superb quality and distinctive character
with exceptional value. VINTAGES Essentials
are always available, so keep this handy
go-to guide as your companion; try
something new and find your favourites.
CONTENTS
Wine Styles
White Wine
4
Light & Crisp 6
Off-dry & Fruity 8
Aromatic & Flavourful 10
Full-bodied & Rich 16
Rosé Wine
Red Wine
20
Medium-bodied & Fruity 22
Full-bodied & Smooth 30
Full-bodied & Firm 40
Sparkling & Champagne 46
Icewine & Port 48
Cognac 50
The Essential Collection List 52
VINTAGES 3
Exploring winE stylEs
we’ve developed this system of styles to help make it easier to
find a wine you like. Every wine has its own unique personality,
of course. But wines of the same style will share some key
characteristics, and pair well with the same types of food.
whitE winEs
rED winEs
LIGHT & CRISP
These whites are known for their quenching
character and crisp acidity. Fresh, light and
invigorating, their flavours will remind you of
green herbs, citrus and green apple. They’re social
sippers and great with many different dishes.
You may taste: Citrus, green apple, fresh herbs,
grassy flavours, mineral notes
Great examples: Unoaked Chardonnay (France),
Dry Riesling (Ontario), Pinot Grigio (Italy)
Sip them with: Appetizers, light chicken, light
seafood, light pasta dishes
LIGHT-BODIED & FRUITY
These easy-drinking wines are fresh and fruity,
with bright berry flavours. They’re great
anytime sippers.
You may taste: Raspberry, cherry, tart cranberry
Great examples: Beaujolais (France), Gamay Noir
(Ontario), Pinot Noir (New Zealand)
Sip them with: Appetizers, soft cheeses, pizza
OFF-DRY & FRUITY
You’ll love these wines for their kiss of sweetness.
They have fruit-forward aromas and flavours.
Think ripe apple, fresh peach and juicy melon,
balanced by a pleasant acidity.
You may taste: Peach, melon, red apple, citrus
Great examples: Riesling (Germany), Riesling,
Gewürztraminer (Alsace), Semi-dry Riesling,
Vidal (Ontario), Muscat/Moscato (California)
Sip them with: Spicy Thai dishes, Indian curry,
smoked meat
AROMATIC & FLAVOURFUL
These whites are true show-stoppers! Their bold,
exotic fruit flavours of lychee, papaya and mango
shine through. With thrillingly intense floral aromas,
these wines have personality to spare.
You may taste: Lychee, mango, melon,
cantaloupe, papaya
Great examples: Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand),
Gewürztraminer (Alsace), Torrontés (Argentina),
Muscat (California)
Sip them with: Baked salmon, sea bass, pork,
cured meat
FULL-BODIED & RICH
Meet the most flavourful whites! They have a luxurious
texture, often described as “buttery.” They have nutty,
vanilla and spice notes thanks to oak-barrel ageing.
Their fullness makes them an excellent choice for
rich food.
You may taste: Vanilla, pineapple, fig, hazelnut,
toasty flavours
Great examples: Chardonnay (California),
Chardonnay (Australia), Burgundy; white blends
(Rhône), Pinot Gris (Alsace)
Sip them with: Cream sauces, lobster with butter,
roasted turkey, poached salmon
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MEDIUM-BODIED & FRUITY
These versatile crowd-pleasers are deliciously
balanced, with fruit-forward flavours and a casual
go-with-anything style.
You may taste: Cherry, raspberry, plum
Great examples: Valpolicella, Montepulciano (Italy),
Cabernet Franc, Merlot (Ontario), Côtes du Rhône,
Burgundy (France)
Sip them with: Weekday meals, pizza, pasta,
grilled chicken
FULL-BODIED & SMOOTH
Try these velvety smooth reds with intense,
dark fruit flavours. They have soft tannins,
spice and vanilla.
You may taste: Plum, vanilla, cassis, clove,
blackberry, cinnamon, blackcurrant, black pepper
Great examples: Shiraz (Australia), Merlot,
Cabernet-Merlot (California), Ripasso (Italy),
premium red blends (Ontario and British Columbia)
Sip them with: Steak, sausage, lamb, mushrooms
FULL-BODIED & FIRM
Try these captivating and powerful reds with
complex flavours of black fruit, spice and vanilla.
You may taste: Plum, vanilla, cassis, clove, blackberry,
cinnamon, blackcurrant, black pepper
Great examples: Cabernet Sauvignon (California),
Amarone, Barolo (Italy), Bordeaux (France), premium
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet blends (Ontario)
Sip them with: Steak, roasted meat
ESSENTIAL TIPS
how to
serve
GLASSWARE
You can drink wine in any glass but if you really want to
enhance the taste experience, try a glass specifically
designed for the type of wine you are consuming.
An investment in decent stemware will pay off in the
long run. Clear glass or crystal is preferable. Avoid
coloured or beveled glass.
DECANTING
Aerating can enhance the aromas and flavours of
a wine and there is certainly no harm in it. A fancy
decanter is not required to accomplish this. Just
pour the wine into any clear glass pitcher as fast
as you can, to let in lots of air. Try it with white and
rosé wines too!
SERVING TEMPERATURES
The fastest way to chill a bottle is to submerge it in a
bucket of half water and half ice for 10 to 20 minutes.
If you have more time:
• Whites can be chilled in the fridge for up to 3 hours
(any longer will deaden the aromas and flavours)
• Light-bodied reds such as Pinot Noir (red Burgundy)
and Gamay Noir (Beaujolais), can be refrigerated for
15 to 20 minutes before serving to bring out their
fresh fruit flavours.
If you accidentally over-chill your wine, just let it
warm up a few degrees before serving. Your guests
will thank you!
light
& Crisp
An Essential for light dining or the
appetizer hour, light and crisp whites
should strike the perfect balance
between accenting flavours and
quenching a thirst. Edges of citrus,
herbs and grassy notes lend freshness
to these whites while a crisp acidity
punctuates each sip. The Bollini
Pinot Grigio is an exemplary option
that shows beautifully alongside
lighter pastas and seafoods while
it complements the comfort of a
chicken, leek and lemon pie.
Bollini Pinot Grigio
DOC Trentino, Italy.
Pear and honey with touches
of apple and mineral.
Pair with: turkey breast
951319 $16.95
Kim Crawford East Coast
Unoaked Chardonnay
Marlborough/Hawke’s Bay
East Coast, New Zealand.
White flowers, lively citrus,
melon and green apple.
Pair with: grilled seafood
991950 $18.95
Santa Margherita
Pinot Grigio
DOC Valdadige, Alto Adige, Italy.
Refreshing green apple,
peach and citrus notes.
Pair with: seafood salad
106450 $17.95
Featured: chicken, leek and lemon pie
Find recipe at www.vintages.com/chickenpie
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off-dry
& Fruity
When it’s takeout night and your
tastes are leaning towards the spicy
Asian or South Asian cuisine, prepare
yourself accordingly. That’s where
these off-dry and fruity whites take
centre stage. Their aromas and
tastes deliver a rounded sweetness
that revolves around layers of fruit
flavour. Their acidic edge also
counteracts and complements
the fiery spice without thoroughly
dousing it. They cool the palate and
deliver an acidic kick that soothes
without surrendering to the heat.
Megalomaniac
Narcissist Riesling
Edra’s Vineyard, VQA Niagrara
Peninsula, Ontario.
Lime, tangerine, pear, apple and
mineral with a nuanced sweetness.
Pair with: pan-seared scallops
067587 $17.95
Conundrum
California.
Peach, melon, spring flowers and
a touch of honeyed lychee.
Pair with: spicy seafood dishes
694653 $23.95
VINTAGES 9
Aromatic &
Flavourful
Wait for it – your guests’ reactions will
say it all. These are the wines known
to induce double-takes, earnest label
examination and, inevitably, second
pours. In short, they give white wines
some much-deserved wow thanks
to their intensely exotic aromas and
flavours. The Astrolabe Sauvignon
Blanc’s plump character and silky
texture is a worthy match for this
flavourful salmon and pesto dish.
Note how this white asserts itself
without overstating its personality –
just as the perfect dinner companions
should present themselves.
Astrolabe Province
Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough, South Island,
New Zealand.
Herbal, with Asian pear, gooseberry
and lime zest.
Pair with: seafood salads
010421 $22.95
Featured: salmon with pesto
Find recipe at www.vintages.com/salmon
VINTAGES 11
Aromatic &
Flavourful
Crios de Susana Balbo Torrontés Argentina. Floral and fruity offering apple blossom, peach, orange and lime. Pair with: garlic crab legs.
001834 $13.95 | Flat Rock Twisted VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Pure mineral with vibrant pear, tropical fruit and lime
notes. Pair with: spicy Asian pork dishes. 001578 $16.95 | Cave Spring Estate Riesling VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
Floral with stony mineral base underlying peach and citrus fruit. Pair with: turkey burgers. 286377 $17.95 | Thirty Bench Riesling VQA
Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Ripe peach, pear, lemon and spice. Pair with: foie gras. 024133 $18.95 | Willm Réserve Riesling
AC Alsace, France. Bone dry with notes of lime juice, peach and mineral. Pair with: sweet-and-sour pork loin. 011452 $15.95
For full product information and food matches visit vintages.com/essentials
VINTAGES 13
Aromatic &
Flavourful
Henri Bourgeois Les Baronnes Sancerre AC, Loire, France. Gooseberry, grapefruit and fresh herb notes. Pair with: raw oysters. 542548 $24.95
Louis Jadot Chardonnay Bourgogne AC, Burgundy, France. Poised with yellow apple, citrus zest and gentle oak. Pair with: trout with tarragon
butter. 933077 $18.95 | Anselmi San Vincenzo IGT Veneto, Italy. Intense and flavourful with lavender, toast, peach and pineapple. Pair with:
creamy pastas. 948158 $14.95 | Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. Intense gooseberry, melon, lime and
minerality. Pair with: grilled calamari. 304469 $29.95 | Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. Lime, passion
fruit, kiwi and fresh-cut grass. Pair with: sea scallops. 316570 $18.95 | Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand.
Gooseberry, pea pods and passion fruit. Pair with: steamed clams. 035386 $18.95 | Bonterra Chardonnay Organic wine, Mendocino County,
California. Vibrant banana and pineapple with caramel and smoke. Pair with: grilled chicken. 342436 $18.95
VINTAGES 15
Full-bodied
& rich
Behold the whites with the character
to confidently stand alongside the
most luxurious of flavours. These
are full-bodied and rich wines
that unfold lavishly on the palate.
Emphatic in character and ever-soappetizing, they make a statement
on their own, but serving with richer
foods showcases their strengths.
Reach for the Kendall-Jackson
Chardonnay with its wonderfully
integrated layers of tropical fruit or
the buttery richness of Mer Soleil
Reserve when succulent lobster and
creamy polenta are on the menu.
Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve
Chardonnay
California.
Sunny and lively with buttered toast
and exotic fruit.
Pair with: grilled chicken
369686 $19.95
Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay
Santa Lucia Highlands,
Monterey County, California.
Lemony fresh with tropical fruit,
buttered toast and vanilla.
Pair with: lobster tail
958975 $34.95
Featured: lobster and polenta
Find recipe at www.vintages.com/lobster
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Full-bodied
& rich
Mission Hill Reserve Chardonnay VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. Pear, peach, melon,
toffee and toasty oak. Pair with: pasta alfredo. 545004 $19.95 | Malivoire Chardonnay VQA
Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Baked apple, caramel, toasty oak and a mineral-laced finish. Pair with: fish
and chips. 573147 $19.95 | Tawse Sketches Of Niagara Chardonnay VQA Niagara Peninsula,
Ontario. Tropical fruit, pear and cinnamon spice. Pair with: chicken caesar salad. 089037 $19.95
Bachelder Niagara Chardonnay VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Minerality, apple, pear, orchard
blossoms, vanilla, cinnamon and smoke. Pair with: swordfish. 302083 $29.95
La Chablisienne Vieilles Vignes Chablis Les Vénérables, AC, Burgundy, France. Unoaked and steely with sweet apple, mineral and citrus.
Pair with: grilled sole. 215525 $24.95 | Oyster Bay Chardonnay Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. Apple, melon, lemon, well-handled
use of oak. Pair with: grilled pork chops. 326728 $18.95 | Toasted Head Chardonnay California. Toasty with vibrant tropical fruit and applecinnamon spice. Pair with: grilled shrimp. 594341 $17.95 | Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River Ranches Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, California.
Tropical fruit, roasted hazelnut, citrus and butter. Pair with: grilled salmon. 608653 $24.95 | J. Lohr Riverstone Chardonnay Arroyo Seco,
California. Banana, mango and pineapple with a smoky undertone. Pair with: grilled shrimp. 258699 $18.95
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rosé
Rosés are not a compromise
between red and white –
that’s common knowledge now.
What they are is an exciting
prospect. They’ve managed
to carve out their own bit of real
estate at the table and are
known to frequent the hors
d’œuvres hour with refreshing
regularity. And that’s the point:
they’re remarkably versatile. From
salads to seafood to grilled fare
and light pastas, consider rosés
an invitation to discover what food
match really works for you.
Malivoire Ladybug Rosé
VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
Fresh, zesty and bursting with
red cherry and wild strawberry.
Pair with: charcuterie and olives
559088 $15.95
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ESSENTIAL TIPS
pairing
guidelines
Matching with food can be one of the greatest
pleasures in the enjoyment of wine – since wine is,
after all, meant to be a part of the meal. Here are
some very simple guidelines. Ask your VINTAGES
Product Consultant for specific matches.
GRILLED FOOD: Choose full-bodied red wines,
and wines that have been oaked, such as Californian
Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, and
Spanish reds.
FISH: Pair with white or sparkling wines with good
acidity, such as Sauvignon Blanc or white sparklers.
Meaty fish like salmon can work well with lighter
red wines, such as Pinot Noir and Gamay, as well as
rosé sparklers.
SEAFOOD: Shellfish is a classic pairing with light,
crisp white wines like Muscadet or Pinot Grigio, while
buttery lobster goes well with a rich Chardonnay.
VEGETABLES: Salads are good with light or
aromatic whites, sparklers or rosés, while grilled
veggies suit oaked white wines and lighter reds.
POULTRY: Go with crisp or aromatic whites such
as dry Riesling, Pinot Grigio or lighter styles of
Chardonnay, plus rosé wines and lighter reds like
Gamay or Pinot Noir.
RED MEATS: Classic pairings are bigger reds
like Cabernet, Merlot, Malbec, and Spanish
and Portuguese reds. Tender meats go well with
smoother reds such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape
or Amarone, while rarer cuts are suited to firmer
reds like Bordeaux or Barolo.
SWEET FOOD: This works well with wines with
some residual sugar (sweetness) such as dessert
wines, Icewine and some Rieslings.
Medium
-bodied
& Fruity
The common conundrum of hosting
almost always involves determining
which wine is best for the occasion.
Keep the answer satisfying with
medium-bodied and fruity wines.
They’ve got personality, versatility
and endless appeal because
the fruit flavours are upfront and
complement a range of foods
without overwhelming the palate.
Beronia is a superlative example.
With its easygoing sophistication,
this gives those burger nights a
shade of something special, just
like it can add immeasurably to
those casual pizza or pasta nights
when kicking back with friends.
Beronia Reserva
DOCa Rioja, Spain.
Raspberry, black cherry, vanilla,
smoke, anise and black pepper.
Pair with: smoky burgers
050203 $19.95
Featured: the olé burger
Find recipe at www.vintages.com/burger
VINTAGES 23
Flat Rock Pinot Noir VQA Niagara Escarpment, Ontario. Aromas and flavours of raspberry, beetroot, smoked
meat and spice. Pair with: veal. 001545 $19.95 | G. Marquis The Silver Line Pinot Noir VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake,
Ontario. Layered red cherry, raspberry, mineral and smoke. Pair with: mushroom risotto. 258673 $19.95
Featherstone Cabernet Franc VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Floral with rich dark fruit and vanilla notes.
Pair with: grilled meats. 064618 $17.95 | Malivoire Gamay VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Ripe, juicy and
refreshing with red berry and pepper notes. Pair with: roast beef. 591313 $17.95
Hidden Bench Estate Pinot Noir VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Elegant and refined red cherry, herbal and mineral notes.
Pair with: bacon-stuffed mushrooms. 274753 $29.95 | Southbrook Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon Organic wine, VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake,
Ontario. Dark cherry, raspberry syrup, cassis and vanilla. Pair with: ratatouille. 193573 $22.95 | Norman Hardie Unfiltered Niagara Pinot
Noir VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Big and rich, with vivid dark cherry and spice. Pair with: roast beef. 208702 $39.00
Perrin Réserve AC, Côtes du Rhône, France. Juicy, ripe red berry fruits and spices. Pair with: grilled duck breast. 363457 $14.95
E. Guigal Côtes du Rhône AC, France. Flavours of plum, black raspberry and woodsmoke. Pair with: beef stew. 259721 $16.95
For full product information and food matches visit vintages.com/essentials
VINTAGES 25
Chanson Père & Fils Le Bourgogne Pinot Noir AC, Burgundy, France. Elegant with sour cherry, mineral and
spice. Pair with: rotisserie chicken. 050575 $17.95 | Christian Moueix Merlot AC, Bordeaux, France. Fragrant and
appealing with lovely black fruit and bright acidity. Pair with: grilled steak with sautéed mushrooms. 961227 $14.95
Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages AC, Beaujolais, France. Floral with fresh strawberry, dark cherry and smoke.
Pair with: churrasco chicken. 365924 $15.95
Louis Jadot Bourgogne Pinot Noir AC, Burgundy, France. Dynamic red berry, cedar smoke and spiced plum. Pair with: murshoom burgers.
162073 $22.95 | Tommasi Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC, Veneto, Italy. Robust with dark cherry, blueberry, earth, spice
and mocha. Pair with: beef brisket. 910430 $19.95 | Monte Antico IGT, Tuscany, Italy. Cherry, berry, plum, smoke and spice. Pair with:
grilled lamb. 069377 $15.95 | Rocca delle Macìe Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. Cherry, floral, pepper spice and grilled herbs.
Pair with: meat lasagna. 741769 $18.95
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Rocca delle Macìe Chianti Riserva DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. Layered and complex spice, chocolate, wild berry and cherry.
Pair with: grilled beef kebabs. 111641 $15.95 | Sella & Mosca Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOC, Sardinia,
Italy. Flavours of plum, wild berries, leather and spice. Pair with: beef kebabs. 425488 $13.95 | Antinori Pèppoli
Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. Floral, cherry, redcurrant, strawberry and herbs. Pair with: homemade
pizza. 606541 $19.95 | Monte Zovo Sa’ Solin Ripasso Valpolicella DOC, Veneto, Italy. Cherry, herbs and cranberry
with spicy pepper and meaty notes. Pair with: gourmet pizza. 650713 $17.95
L.A. Cetto Petite Sirah Guadalupe Valley, Baja California, Mexico. Black and blue fruit, pepper and cocoa with robust tannins. Pair with: spicy
meat dishes. 983742 $11.95 | Kim Crawford Pinot Noir Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. Black cherry, raspberry and earthy notes.
Pair with: pulled pork sandwiches. 626390 $19.95 | Julian Chivite Gran Feudo Reserva DO, Navarra, Spain. Spring flowers with ripe cherry and
sandalwood. Pair with: beef empanadas. 479014 $15.95 | LAN Crianza DOCa, Rioja, Spain. Depth and complexity with accessible spice and
red berry. Pair with: smoked ribs. 166538 $15.95 | Rodney Strong Estate Pinot Noir Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California.
Intense plum, cherry, beet, smoke and spice. Pair with: grilled tuna steaks. 954834 $24.95
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Full
-bodied
& smooth
For the uninitiated, those velvety,
voluptuous reds that run full-bodied
and smooth are an absolute
revelation. A perfectly seared ribeye with peppercorn sauce takes
on new dimensions when paired
with a wine that shows such dark
fruit depth. Look to Belle Glos
Meiomi Pinot Noir for its cherry
juiciness and chocolate undertones
to bring out the best of this dish.
Alternatively, the Louis M. Martini
Cabernet Sauvignon reaches even
deeper, mingling fruit, spice and
mellowed oak to round out the
experience. Lamb, sausage or roasts?
Go full-bodied and smooth.
Belle Glos Meiomi Pinot Noir
Monterey/Santa Barbara/Sonoma
Counties, California.
Soft and luxurious with chocolate,
dark cherries and berries.
Pair with: baby back ribs
130138 $26.95
Louis M. Martini Cabernet
Sauvignon
Napa Valley, California.
Elegant black fruit and cedar notes
with considerable balance.
Pair with: filet mignon
232371 $29.95
Featured: grilled rib eye with
peppercorn butter
Find recipe at www.vintages.com/ribeye
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Kaiken Malbec Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. Blueberry, raspberry and chocolate with exceptional balance.
Pair with: grilled lamb. 058339 $14.95 | Catena Malbec Mendoza, Argentina. Densely packed blackberry,
blueberry, spice and chocolate. Pair with: grilled gourmet sausages. 478727 $19.95 | Catena Cabernet Sauvignon
Mendoza , Argentina. Black fruit, cassis and spicy black pepper. Pair with: pepper steak. 985002 $19.95 | Luigi
Bosca Reserva Malbec Mendoza, Argentina. Brimming with raspberry, plum, dark chocolate and spicy notes.
Pair with: grilled gourmet sausages. 079293 $15.95
Kilikanoon Killerman’s Run Shiraz Australia. Plush and hedonistic with blackberry jam, cherry and toasted oak. Pair with: spare ribs.
925453 $19.95 | Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz Barossa Valley, South Australia. Barossa’s famed roasted fruit notes supported by ample
black fruit. Pair with: grilled meats. 660043 $29.95 | Mitolo Jester Shiraz McLaren Vale, South Australia. Big luxurious notes of chocolatecherry, blackberry, and coffee bean. Pair with: rare roast beef. 659607 $21.95
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Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz Adelaide, South Australia. Ripe black cherries, plum, chocolate, smoke and
oak. Pair with: veal tenderloin. 611210 $19.95 | Majella The Musician Cabernet/Shiraz Coonawarra, South
Australia. Elegant and complex with ripe blackberry and herbs. Pair with: rare roast beef. 142018 $19.95
Small Gully The Formula Robert’s Shiraz South Australia. Complex dark fruit, woodsmoke and chocolate
with ripe tannins. Pair with: roast beef. 142935 $18.95 | Trius Red VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Blackcurrant,
grilled herbs, tobacco and cedar. Pair with: slow-cooked pork shoulder. 303800 $22.95
The Foreign Affair The Conspiracy VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Fresh and dried berries, spice and leather. Pair with: grilled red meats.
149237 $19.95 | Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon Colchagua Valley, Chile. Concentrated and complex with raspberry, vanilla and oak. Pair
with: grilled meats. 322586 $19.95 | Perrin & Fils Les Sinards Châteauneuf-du-Pape AC, Rhône, France. Blackberry, garrigue, cranberry,
earth and spice. Pair with: roast duck. 926626 $34.95 | Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC, Veneto, Italy. Big and rich with blackberry,
blueberry, cocoa and raisins. Pair with: risotto with gorgonzola. 479766 $24.95 | Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Veneto,
Italy. Lush and powerful with dried fruit, blackberry and chocolate notes. Pair with: steak. 413179 $49.95 | Tedeschi Amarone della Valpolicella
Classico DOC, Veneto, Italy. Intense aromas and flavours of cherry, dried fruit and violets. Pair with: roast lamb. 433417 $39.95
VINTAGES 35
Porcupine Ridge Syrah WO Swartland, South Africa. Dark and smoky with blackberry, spice and vanilla. Pair with: braised beef. 595280 $14.95
The Grinder Pinotage WO Swartland, South Africa. Intense coffee aromas and flavours with dark and red fruits. Pair with: smoked pork ribs.
269076 $13.95 | Torres Gran Coronas Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva DO Penedès, Spain. Dark fruit, coffee beans and redcurrant with
sleek tannins. Pair with: filet mignon. 036483 $18.95 | Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Ivory Label Cabernet Sauvignon California.
Cassis, spice and cherry with good structure and refreshing acidity. Pair with: gourmet burgers. 521021 $24.95 | Ravenswood Vintners
Blend Old Vine Zinfandel California. Ripe and soft with juicy dark berry, raspberry and spice. Pair with: jerk pork. 359257 $17.95
For full product information and food matches visit vintages.com/essentials
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Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon Organic wine, Mendocino County, California. Focused blackberry, cassis, mocha, dried
herb and toasty oak flavours. Pair with: portobello mushroom burgers. 342428 $19.95 | 7 Deadly Zins Old Vine
Zinfandel Lodi, California. Abundant black fruits, vanilla, smoke and spice. Pair with: grilled ribs. 059311 $24.95
Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles, California. Rich and savoury crowd-pleaser with concentrated
dark fruit and spice. Pair with: meat-lovers’ pizza. 738823 $19.95 | Irony Merlot Napa Valley, California. Aromatic
and approachable with raspberry, black fruit, mocha and vanilla. Pair with: gourmet burgers. 183186 $19.95
Sterling Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. Rich cassis with spicy plum and chocolate. Pair with: rib roast. 314575 $27.95
Sterling Merlot Napa Valley, California. Silky, succulent and filled with blackberry and cherry flavours. Pair with: roast chicken. 330241 $27.95
McManis Cabernet Sauvignon California. Ripe black fruit, cassis, vanilla and woodsmoke. Pair with: grilled ribs. 212126 $19.95 | Columbia
Crest H3 Cabernet Sauvignon Horse Heaven Hills, Washington. Complex and generous fruit, coffee and chocolate accents. Pair with: braised
meats. 210047 $19.95 | J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles, California. Black cherry, blackcurrant, cedar, vanilla and
spice. Pair with: rib-eye steak. 656561 $21.95
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Full
-bodied
& Firm
For some, firm and full-bodied reds
are the pinnacle of wine precisely
because they’re big, robust and
weighty. They make a powerful
declaration whenever they’re
served. To those who maintain that
they’re limited to accompanying
thick cuts of red meat, the secret
is to let these wines breathe.
Play to their strengths and match
them to dishes that share their
own depth of character, like the
earthy, rich flavours of a mushroom
risotto. From there, liberate your
pairing possibilities and allow your
explorations to flourish.
Ringbolt Cabernet Sauvignon
Margaret River, Western Australia.
Cassis and cedar and a lifted
violet floral tone.
Pair with: grilled lamb
606624 $19.95
Pirramimma Petit Verdot
McLaren Vale, South Australia.
Chocolate-covered ripe fruit, black
cherry, mocha and sleek tannins.
Pair with: rack of lamb
986752 $26.95
Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black
Label Cabernet Sauvignon
Coonawarra, South Australia.
Rich black fruit, cassis, spice,
leather and herbal touches.
Pair with: rosemary-crusted lamb
084996 $27.95
Mission Hill Reserve Cabernet
Sauvignon
VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia.
Ripe red and black fruit, cassis,
mocha and smoke.
Pair with: veal medallions
553321 $22.95
Featured: mushroom risotto
Find recipe at www.vintages.com/risotto
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Pérez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon Maipo Valley, Chile. Cassis, black cherry and smoky oak notes. Pair with:
blackened chicken. 694208 $15.95 | Santa Carolina Reserva de Familia Cabernet Sauvignon Maipo Valley, Chile.
Cassis and black fruits with smoke-edged herbal tones. Pair with: grilled lamb. 684597 $18.95 | Concha y Toro
Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto, Chile. Robust with cassis, blackberry, chocolate and
cedar notes. Pair with: roast lamb. 337238 $19.95 | Concha y Toro Winemaker’s Lot 148 Carmenère Las
Pataguas Vineyard, Rapel Valley, Chile. Black fruit and campfire smoke with rich earth and spice. Pair with: blackened
steak. 030957 $18.95.
Château Pipeau AC, St-Émilion Grand Cru, France. Impressive fruity and smoky flavours and a long, spicy finish. Pair with: lamb shanks.
302018 $34.95 | Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. Luxurious blackberry, raspberry and earth notes.
Decant for two hours. Pair with: rare steaks. 650432 $49.95 | Marchesi di Barolo La Tradizione Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy.
Complex and stylish red fruit, spice and floral notes. Pair with: grilled meats. 168179 $34.95 | Tignanello IGT Tuscany, Italy. Black cherry,
plum and spice dominate. Pair with: roast lamb. 986786 $99.95
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Esporão Reserva Red DOC Alentejo, Portugal. Dark cherry, chocolate, dried fruit, vanilla and leather. Pair with:
smoked ham. 606590 $25.95 | Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon WO Western Cape, South Africa.
Blackcurrant, dark cherry, spice and savoury herbs. Pair with: gourmet burgers. 328567 $14.95 | Muga Reserva
DOCa Rioja, Spain. Blackberry, cherry, woodsmoke, cedar and vanilla. Pair with: rotisserie chicken. 177345 $23.95
Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. Cassis, blackberry, spice and cedar notes.
Pair with: filet mignon. 255513 $34.95
Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. Striking complexity, finesse and structure with abundant cassis and black
fruit. Pair with: prime rib. 710426 $99.95 | Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California. Ripe cassis, vanilla and
smoke aromas. Cellar or decant. Pair with: roast beef. 352583 $34.95 | Stags’ Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California.
Layered cassis, black cherry, cinnamon and woodsmoke. Pair with: roast beef. 996405 $49.95
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sparkling &
Champagne
Thankfully we’ve left behind those
notions that only celebrations
deserve a sparkling wine. On
the contrary, these wines have
everyday appeal that burst with
flavour and bubble with character.
Start the evening with them but
don’t shy away from sipping them
with whatever you’re craving.
And yes, that effervescence
always adds a bit of panache to
the occasion.
13th Street Cuvée 13 Sparkling Brut Rosé VQA Niagara Peninusla, Ontario.
Bright and fresh with red fruit and mineral notes. Pair with: smoked salmon.
147504 $24.95 | Foss Marai Extra Dry Prosecco DOC Treviso, Veneto, Italy.
Crisp with white flower, pear, apple and mineral. Pair with: seafood appetizers.
729392 $19.95 | Santa Margherita Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore
DOCG, Veneto, Italy. Toasty with lemon zest, pear, white peach, apricot. Pair with:
seafood appetizers. 687582 $17.95
Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Vintage Champagne AC, France. Lavish apple, poached pear, hay bale and bread dough notes. Pair with:
lobster-stuffed ravioli. 508614 $88.95 | Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut Champagne AC, France. Raspberry, redcurrant, flint, sour
cherry and citrus. Pair with: rack of lamb. 396895 $99.95 | Dom Pérignon Brut Vintage Champagne AC, France. Artisanal bread, apple,
pear and mineral notes. Pair with: Alaskan king crab. 280461 $219.95 | Louis Roederer Brut Premier Champagne AC, France. Aromas
of pear, smoke, spice, herbs and dried flowers. Pair with: stuffed pork tenderloin. 268771 $67.95 | Cristal Brut Vintage Champagne AC,
France. Pear, lemon, pastry dough and a smoky minerality. Pair with: roasted lobster. 268755 $286.95 | Dom Pérignon Brut Rosé Vintage
Champagne AC, France. Floral, mineral, red berries and spice. Pair with: lamb or seafood. 091777 $299.95
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icewine
& port
Decadence comes in small
measures when Icewine appears.
Cherished for its concentrated
flavours, one sip reveals both an
intensity and a delicacy of fruity
notes. Share over dessert, or
better yet, just pour and treat as
a dessert. If drawn to something
deeper and darker, then pour the
Port and let its rich, silky texture
bring out the best of a cheese
plate or nibble of dark chocolate.
Peller Estates Private Reserve Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
Sweet, with honey, peach and citrus plus balancing acidity. Pair with: blue-veined
cheeses. 018564 200 mL $26.95 | Magnotta Vidal Icewine VQA Lake Erie
North Shore, Ontario. Apricot, candied peach, toffee and honey. Pair with: aged
cheeses. 587154 375 mL $29.95 | Kittling Ridge Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara
Peninsula, Ontario. Citrus-y with rich tropical fruit, honey, apricot, ripe melon.
Pair with: peach cobbler. 563247 375 mL $39.95
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Jackson-Triggs Proprietors’ Reserve Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Rich tropical fruit, apricot and peach notes. Pair with: duck pâté.
389411 375 mL $39.95 | Henry of Pelham Riesling Icewine VQA Niagara Escarpment, Ontario. Citrus fruit, poached pear, ripe peach, honey and
spice. Pair with: fresh apple pie. 430561 375 mL $49.95 | Inniskillin Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. Delicious creamy peach, candied
citrus peel and honey flavours. Pair with: raspberry mousse. 388306 375 mL $49.95 | Lakeview Cellars Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula,
Ontario. Aromas and flavours of honey, peach cobbler and pear preserves. Pair with: Foie gras. 522672 200 mL $20.95 | Taylor Fladgate 20-year-old
Tawny Port DOC Douro, Portugal. Trademark rich apricot, dried fruit, praline and roasted nut flavours. Pair with: crème brûlée. 149047 $67.95
Taylor Fladgate 10-year-old Tawny Port DOC Douro, Portugal. Dried cherry, toasted walnut, almond and toffee. Pair with: stilton. 121749 $34.95
Cognac
With its timeless seduction, this
is a rare opportunity to acquire
a Cognac of impeccable pedigree.
Rémy Martin Louis XIII XO defies
description if only because
it summons the extraordinary
whenever it is poured.
Rémy Martin Louis XIII Cognac
Baccarat crystal decanter, France.
Smooth, long-finishing, deliciously
complex fruit, delicate flowers
and spices. Sip and savour.
94433 $2,800.00
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WHITE WINE – LIGHT & CRISP
ITALY
NEW ZEALAND
Bollini Pinot Grigio DOC, Trentino, Italy. 951319 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 1
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Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio DOC Valdadige, Alto Adige, Italy. 106450 (XD) 750 mL $17.95 1
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Kim Crawford East Coast Unoaked Chardonnay Marlborough/Hawke’s Bay,
East Coast, New Zealand. 991950 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 1
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WHITE WINE – OFF-DRY & FRUITY
CALIFORNIA
Conundrum California. 694653 (M) 750 mL $23.95 1
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Megalomaniac Narcissist Riesling Edra’s Vineyard, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
067587 (M) 750 mL $17.95 2
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WHITE WINE – AROMATIC & FLAVOURFUL
ARGENTINA
Crios de Susana Balbo Torrontés Argentina. 001834 (D) 750 mL $13.95 1
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Bonterra Chardonnay Organic wine, Mendocino County, California. 342436 (D) 750 mL $18.95 1
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FRANCE
Henri Bourgeois Les Baronnes Sancerre AC, Loire, France. 542548 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 1
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Louis Jadot Chardonnay Bourgogne AC, Burgundy, France. 933077 (D) 750mL $18.95 1
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Willm Réserve Riesling AC, Alsace, France. 011452 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2
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ITALY
Anselmi San Vincenzo IGT Veneto, Italy. 948158 (D) 750 mL $14.95 1
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Cave Spring Estate Riesling VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
286377 (D) 750 mL $17.95 2
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Flat Rock Twisted VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 001578 (D) 750 mL $16.95 1
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Thirty Bench Riesling VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
024133 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 2
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Astrolabe Province Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand.
010421 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 1
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Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. 304469 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 1
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Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand.
035386 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 1
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Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. 316570 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 1
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NEW ZEALAND
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WHITE WINE – FULL-BODIED & RICH
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Mission Hill Reserve Chardonnay VQA Okanagan Valley, Ontario. 545004 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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CALIFORNIA
J. Lohr Riverstone Chardonnay Arroyo Seco, California. 258699 (D) 750 mL $18.95 1
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Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay California. 369686 (D) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, California.
958975 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2
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Sonoma-Cutrer Russian River Ranches Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, California.
608653 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2
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Toasted Head Chardonnay California. 594341 (D) 750 mL $17.95 1
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FRANCE
La Chablisienne Vieilles Vignes Chablis Les Vénérables, AC, Burgundy, France. 215525 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2 ◯
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Bachelder Niagara Chardonnay VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 302083 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2
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Malivoire Chardonnay VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 573147 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Tawse Sketches Of Niagara Chardonnay VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
089037 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Oyster Bay Chardonnay Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. 326728 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 2
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Malivoire Ladybug Rosé VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 559088 (D) 750 mL $15.95 1
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ROSÉ WINE
ONTARIO
RED WINE – MEDIUM-BODIED & FRUITY
CALIFORNIA
Rodney Strong Estate Pinot Noir Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California.
954834 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2
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FRANCE
Chanson Père & Fils Le Bourgogne Pinot Noir AC, Burgundy, France. 050575 (XD) 750 mL $17.95 2
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ITALY
Christian Moueix Merlot AC, Bordeaux, France. 961227 (XD) 750 mL $14.95 1
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E. Guigal Côtes du Rhône AC, France. 259721 (XD) 750 mL $16.95 2
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Louis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages AC, Beaujolais, France. 365924 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 1
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Louis Jadot Bourgogne Pinot Noir AC, Burgundy, France. 162073 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 2
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Perrin Réserve AC, Côtes du Rhône, France. 363457 (XD) 750 mL $14.95 1
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Antinori Pèppoli Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. 606541 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Monte Antico IGT Tuscany, Italy 069377 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2
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Monte Zovo Sa’ Solin Ripasso Valpolicella DOC, Veneto, Italy. 650713 (XD) 750 mL $17.95 2
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Rocca delle Macìe Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. 741769 (XD) 750 mL $18.95 2
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Rocca delle Macìe Chianti Riserva DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. 111641 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2
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Sella & Mosca Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva DOC, Sardinia, Italy. 425488 (XD) 750 mL $13.95 1
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Tommasi Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC, Veneto, Italy. 910430 (D) 750 mL $19.95 2
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MEXICO
L.A. Cetto Petite Sirah Guadalupe Valley, Baja California, Mexico. 983742 (XD) 750 mL $11.95 1
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Featherstone Cabernet Franc VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 064618 (XD) 750 mL $17.95 2
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SPAIN
NEW ZEALAND
Flat Rock Pinot Noir VQA Niagara Escarpment, Ontario. 001545 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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G. Marquis The Silver Line Pinot Noir VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.
258673 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Hidden Bench Estate Pinot Noir VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
274753 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2
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Malivoire Gamay VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 591313 (D) 750 mL $17.95 1
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Norman Hardie Unfiltered Niagara Pinot Noir VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
208702 (XD) 750 mL $39.00 2
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Southbrook Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.
193573 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 2
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Beronia Reserva DOCa Rioja, Spain. 050203 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Julian Chivite Gran Feudo Reserva DO Navarra, Spain. 479014 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2
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LAN Crianza DOCa Rioja, Spain. 166538 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2
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Kim Crawford Pinot Noir Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand. 626390 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Catena Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza , Argentina. 985002 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Catena Malbec Mendoza, Argentina. 478727 (D) 750 mL 19.95 2
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ARGENTINA
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AUSTRALIA
CALIFORNIA
Kaiken Malbec Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina. 058339 (D) 750 mL $14.95 1
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Luigi Bosca Reserva Malbec Mendoza, Argentina. 079293 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2
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Kilikanoon Killerman’s Run Shiraz Australia. 925453 (D) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Majella The Musician Cabernet/Shiraz Coonawarra, South Australia. 142018 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Mitolo Jester Shiraz McLaren Vale, South Australia. 659607 (D) 750 mL $21.95 2
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Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz Adelaide, South Australia. 611210 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Small Gully The Formula Robert’s Shiraz South Australia. 142935 (D) 750 mL $18.95 2
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Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz Barossa Valley, South Australia. 660043 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2
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7 Deadly Zins Old Vine Zinfandel Lodi, California. 593117 (D) 750 mL $24.95 2
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Belle Glos Meiomi Pinot Noir Monterey/Santa Barbara/Sonoma Counties, California.
130138 (D) 750 mL $26.95 2
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Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon Organic wine, Mendocino County, California. 342428 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2 ◯
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Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Ivory Label Cabernet Sauvignon California. 521021 (D) 750 mL $24.95 2 ◯
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Irony Merlot Napa Valley, California. 183186 (D) 750 mL $19.95 2
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J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles, California. 656561 (D) 750 mL $21.95 2
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Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles, California. 738823 (D) 750 mL $19.95 1
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Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. 232371 (D) 750 mL $29.95 2
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McManis Cabernet Sauvignon California. 212126 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Ravenswood Vintners Blend Old Vine Zinfandel California. 359257 (D) 750 mL $17.95 1
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Sterling Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. 314575 (D) 750 mL $27.95 2
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Sterling Merlot Napa Valley, California. 330241 (XD) 750 mL $27.95 2
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CHILE
Montes Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon Colchagua Valley, Chile. 322586 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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FRANCE
Perrin & Fils Les Sinards Châteauneuf-du-Pape AC, Rhône, France. 926626 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2
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ITALY
Tedeschi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Veneto, Italy. 433417 (D) 750 mL $39.95 2
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Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Veneto, Italy. 413179 (D) 750 mL $49.95 2
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Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore DOC, Veneto, Italy. 479766 (D) 750 mL $24.95 2
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The Foreign Affair The Conspiracy VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 149237 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Trius Red VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 303800 (XD) 750 mL $22.95 2
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SOUTH AFRICA
Porcupine Ridge Syrah WO Swartland, South Africa. 595280 (XD) 750 mL $14.95 2
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The Grinder Pinotage WO Swartland, South Africa. 269076 (XD) 750 mL $13.95 1
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Torres Gran Coronas Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva DO Penedès, Spain. 36483 (D) 750 mL $18.95 2
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Columbia Crest H3 Cabernet Sauvignon Horse Heaven Hills, Washington. 210047 (D) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Pirramimma Petit Verdot McLaren Vale, South Australia. 986752 (D) 750 mL $26.95 2
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Ringbolt Cabernet Sauvignon Margaret River, Western Australia. 606624 (D) 750mL $19.95 2
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Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra, South Australia.
084996 (XD) 750 mL $27.95 2
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AUSTRALIA
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Mission Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. 553321 (XD) 750mL $22.95 2 ◯
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Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. 626325 (XD) 750 mL $45.00 2
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CALIFORNIA
Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California. 352583 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2
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Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. 710426 (XD) 750 mL $99.95 2
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FRANCE
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Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. 255513 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2
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Stags’ Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, California. 996405 (XD) 750 mL $49.95 2
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Concha y Toro Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto, Chile.
337238 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2
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Concha y Toro Winemaker’s Lot 148 Carmenère Las Pataguas Vineyard, Rapel Valley, Chile.
030957 750mL $18.95 2
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Pérez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon Maipo Valley, Chile. 694208 (XD) 750 mL $15.95 2
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Santa Carolina Reserva de Familia Cabernet Sauvignon Maipo Valley, Chile. 684597
(XD) 750 mL $18.95 2
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Château Pipeau AC St-Émilion Grand Cru, France. 302018 (XD) 750 mL $34.95 2
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ITALY
Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy. 650432 (XD) 750 mL $49.95 2
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Marchesi di Barolo La Tradizione Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy. 168179 (D) 750 mL $34.95 2
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Tignanello IGT Tuscany, Italy. 986786 (XD) 750 mL $99.95 2
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Esporão Reserva Red DOC Alentejo, Portugal. 606590 (XD) 750 mL $25.95 2
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Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon WO Western Cape, South Africa. 328567 (XD) 750 mL $14.95 2 ◯
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Muga Reserva DOCa Rioja, Spain. 177345 (XD) 750 mL $23.95 2
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Foss Marai Extra Dry Prosecco DOC Treviso, Veneto, Italy. 729392 (D) 750 mL $19.95 1
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ITALY
ONTARIO
Santa Margherita Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG, Veneto, Italy.
687582 (XD) 750 mL $17.95 1
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13th Street Cuvée 13 Sparkling Brut Rosé VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 147504 (D) 750 mL $24.95 1
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FRANCE
Cristal Brut Vintage Champagne AC, France. 268755 (XD) 750 mL $286.95 2
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Dom Pérignon Brut Rosé Vintage Champagne AC, France. 091777 (XD) 750 mL $299.95 2
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Dom Pérignon Brut Vintage Champagne AC, France. 280461 (XD) 750 mL $219.95 2
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Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut Champagne AC, France. 396895 (XD) 750 mL $99.95 2
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Louis Roederer Brut Premier Champagne AC, France. 268771 (XD) 750 mL $67.95 2
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Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Vintage Champagne AC, France. 508614 (XD) 750 mL $88.95 2
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ICEWINE
ONTARIO
Henry of Pelham Riesling Icewine VQA Niagara Escarpment, Ontario. 430561 (S) 375 mL $49.95 2
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Inniskillin Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 388306 (S) 375 mL $49.95 2
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559302 (S) 50 mL $7.95 1
Jackson-Triggs Proprietors’ Reserve Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
389411 (S) 375 mL $39.95 2
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Kittling Ridge Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 563247 (S) 375 mL $39.95 1
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Lakeview Cellars Vidal Icewine VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario. 522672 (MS) 200 mL $19.95 1
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Magnotta Vidal Icewine VQA Lake Erie North Shore, Ontario. 587154 (S) 375 mL $29.95 1
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Peller Estates Private Reserve Vidal Icewine With gift box, VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario.
018564 (MS) 200 mL $26.95 1
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PORTUGAL
Taylor Fladgate 10-year-old Tawny Port DOC Douro, Portugal. 121749 (S) 750 mL $34.95 1
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Taylor Fladgate 20-year-old Tawny Port DOC Douro, Portugal. 149047 (S) 750 mL $67.95 1
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Rémy Martin Louis XIII Cognac Baccarat crystal decanter, France. 094433 700 mL $2,800.00
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COGNAC
FRANCE
The Essential Collection is available in Vintages at many LCBO stores. Quantities and selection may vary by store. Prices subject to change. Visit vintages.com for product details and availability.
DRINKABILITY CODE
1
2
3
SWEETNESS DESCRIPTOR CODE
DRINK NOW: Enjoy and drink. There is
no benefit to cellaring.
Perceived dryness/sweetness by tasting evaluation.
Our scale ranges from Extra Dry to Sweet:
DRINK OR HOLD: Can be enjoyed now,
but may be matured further by cellaring,
depending on individual preference.
XD – Extra Dry
M – Medium
D – Dry
MS – Medium Sweet
HOLD: Ideal for further cellaring. This
wine may well be enjoyed now by some,
but we feel that it will develop favourably
under ideal cellaring conditions.
Please enjoy responsibly.
S – Sweet
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