Order the following wine by the case delivered to your home, restaurant or office (in Ontario) from Kylix Wines via phone in the GTA (905) 882-1999 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..


Star Lane Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Happy Canyon, Santa Barbara, California $42.95 15.1% alcohol
Concentrated, rich and robust throughout, alluring aromas of tobacco, dark berry fruit and sandalwood herald a delicious, balanced and structured gusher of dark, juicy cherry and bramble berry garnished with mocha and oodles of charm. Mid-full bodied and generously textured, the lingering finish offers good length, ripe dark fruit and lip-smacking tang. What’s not to like? (Vic Harradine)

Order the following wines by the case for home, restaurant or office (in Ontario) delivery from Nokhrin Wines or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; if in the GTA phone (416) 704-8617.

Dessert Wine

Corte Fornaledo Recioto della Valpolicella ‘Classico’ 2009
DOC Recioto della Valpolicella, Italy $32.95 500 mL 14.5% alcohol
If you’ve a sweet tooth, this can’t be missed. From air-dried, red grapes—40% Corvina Veronese, 40% Corvinone, 15% Rondinella and 5% ‘others’—this fabulous dessert wine is a stunning partner to chocolate desserts. Aromas of dark red cherry dipped in dark chocolate and wisps of cassis presage a sweet river of cherry and black currant mingling with an incredible coating of tiramisu on the palate then infusing the lingering, delectable finish. (Vic Harradine)

White Wine

il Canovino ‘Quarto Vecchio’ Pinot Grigio 2012 

IGT Venezie, Italy $19.95 12.0% alcohol
Floral aromas mingle with minerality and wisps of honey providing segue for a creamy-smooth river of tangy citrus interwoven with lemongrass and white grapefruit flavours. It’s nicely textured with good weight and a crisp, refreshing finish. This pours well with mussels steamed in white wine. (Vic Harradine)


il Canovino ‘Quarto Vecchio’ Soave ‘Classico’ 2012 

DOC Soave, Italy $23.50 13.0% alcohol
Loads of floral, honey and spice aromas on the nose provide segue for a light-medium bodied river of juicy tang—lemony citrus and pineapple mingling with key lime and grapefruit pith. Nicely textured, balanced and lively, the crisp, refreshing finish and aftertaste is racy and lip-smacking good. This goes well with pan-seared prawns or grilled fish. (Vic Harradine)


Mauro Guicheney ‘Sainte Frivole’ 2011
AOC Côtes de Duras, France $16.50 14.5% alcohol
A lovely blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris, look for a lively bouquet of piquant spice, lemongrass and wisps of mango and tangerine. Mellow and smooth on the palate with good mouth feel, there’s a palate-bathing wash of white peach, apple and good moderating tang that makes its way to the mid-length finish. It’s a lovely aperitif with enough oomph and structure to pair well with lemon chicken or grilled seafood. (Vic Harradine)


Vinha dos Ingleses ‘Espadeiro’ Vinho Verde Non-vintage 

DOC Vinho Verde, Portugal $9.95 10.5% alcohol
Aromas of candy floss and bubble gum portend something out of the ordinary. Lightly hued a soft pink, this is made from Espadeiro, an indigenous-to-Portugual red grape—most Vinho Verde is made from white grapes. A spritzy wash of cherry/berry and a splash of kirsch liqueur round out the palate flavours of this light-on-its-feet beauty. No need to ponder or discuss its virtues, wash down pan-seared salmon or a spicy Asian dish with a lo-alcohol, glass or two—very good value. (Vic Harradine)


Lauriga ‘Soleil Blanc’ 2011
IGP Pay d’Oc, France $17.95 14.5% alcohol
This 100% Grenache Blanc dazzles with heady aromas of ripe apple, orange blossom and wisps of exotic spice, red licorice and sandalwood. A heavenly textured wash of lime-soaked guava, apple and marzipan bathe the palate mingling with peel marmalade. It’s mid weight with a lengthy finish and aftertaste. Gorgeous sipped on its own, it also marries well with roast pork stuffed with desiccated fruit, and whiskey cream sauce. (Vic Harradine)

Red Wine

il Canovino ‘Quarto Vecchio’ Amarone della Valpolicella ‘Classico’ 2008 

DOC Amarone della Valpolicella, Italy $54.95 15.0% alcohol
This is mid-full bodied and nicely textured, oozing with character and charm—it opens with alluring aromas of fig, dark raisin and pipe tobacco. It’s a gorgeously structured, deftly balanced gem. A river of palate-coating dark cherry and briary berry interweave with spice and bittersweet chocolate infusing the rich, luscious finish and aftertaste. Give it a go with osso bucco or grilled hangar steak. (Vic Harradine)


Corte Fornaledo Valpolicella ‘Classico Superiore’ 2009
DOC Valpolicella, Italy $22.95 13.5% alcohol
Oodles of ripe fruit balanced with good moderating acidity follow a delightful nose of earthy tones, dark berry fruit and spiced black plum. A balanced, beautiful river of red and black cherry interlaced with red and black currant bathe the palate infusing the lengthy dry, fruit-filled finish. It’s medium bodied with good mouth feel and an aftertaste of dark berry and juicy black cherry. Pour alongside beef and cheese manicotti. (Vic Harradine)


Corte Fornaledo Amarone della Valpolicella ‘Classico’ 2009
DOC Amarone della Valpolicella, Italy $54.95 16.0% alcohol
This is deep-purple hued and bursting with heady aromas—black licorice, dried berry fruit and spice cake stream from the glass. Ripe, black Bing cherry and notions of red currant interweave with raisined berry fruit on the palate with medium weight and generous texture. It finishes lengthy and balanced with good fruit, depth and a lip-smacking aftertaste. It’s a great pairing with shards of Parmigiano Reggiano. (Vic Harradine)


Lauriga ‘Le Cadet’ 2012
AOP Côtes du Roussillon, France $12.95 14.5% alcohol
This delightful red blend of 60% Syrah with Carignan and Grenache opens with aromas of toasty notes and mixed field berry fruit. There’s a racy river of red and black berry tang interwoven with spice and wisps of red cherry and a solid tannin underpinning. It’s medium bodied with good texture and finishes in a blaze of red currant and notions of cranberry. A two-hour aeration/decant will tame the tannin along with a seasoned, grilled beefsteak. (Vic Harradine)


Chateau Lauriga ‘Cuvée Bastien’ 2011
AOP Côtes du Roussillon, France $18.50 14.5% alcohol
A delectable red blend, primarily hand-harvested 70% Syrah with Carignan and Grenache, it dishes up a nose of heady black, juicy cherry and spice with wisps of aromatic bitters. Rich, racy flavours of red currant, tangy sour cherry and spice-laden black plum are joined by a lick of still-resolving tannin on the palate and dry, lengthy finish and aftertaste. Two years of further cellaring will certainly reward with a great-value red. (Vic Harradine)