Bottle Service
Best Red
Casal Thaulero 2008 Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon
There are fantastic (and fantastically priced) reds coming out of Abruzzi, but no other bottle can touch this one for value. Loaded with notes of blackberry, licorice and truffle-like earthiness. $6.95. LCBO 621953
Best White
Cono Sur 2008 Viognier
Viognier was practically an endangered species in France a few decades ago. Now it’s making a well-deserved comeback. Cono Sur’s zesty offering—the best viognier
in the world for the price—shows what we’ve been missing. LCBO 64287
Best Sparkling
Villa Sandi Prosecco
Most cheap bubblies induce headaches before the cork is even popped, but Italy’s finest budget fizz is pure effervescent fun. With charming aromas of apple, white almond and shortbread, you won’t want to christen your boat with this one. LCBO 249722
Photography by Carlo Mendoza
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