D’Alfonso Del Sordo ‘Guado San Leo’ 2006 
IGP Nero Di Troia, Italy $17.95 (379248) 13.5% alcohol 
A heavenly scented bouquet of lilac, sandalwood and dark berry fruit introduce a tangy river of black, Bing cherry and ripe mulberry robed in spice and cassis. This showcases purity of fruit, deft balance, structure and a long finish of black plum compote and wisps of red currant and raisin. Hard to find aged red of this calibre and price point. Pick up a handful for drinking now to 2017. (Vic Harradine) 

• The following is a Vintages Essentials wine always available in select stores. 


Anselmi ‘San Vincenzo’ 2013 
IGT Veneto, Italy $16.95 (948158) 12.5% alcohol 
Floral notes, honeyed apple and pear introduce a creamy smooth wash of sweet, ripe fruit—apple, peach and honeydew melon—interlaced with lemon citrus and grilled pineapple. It’s mid weight with generous mouth feel and a long, delicious finish and aftertaste. Perfect sipped on its own, it’s versatile at the table, pairing with sea food, roast chicken or pork. Good value here. (Vic Harradine)  

• The following wine earns 5 bonus AirMiles when purchased August 17-September 13, 2014. 


Ironstone Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 
Lodi, California $18.95 (537597) 13.5% alcohol 
Rich and perfumed aromas—dark cherry, espresso roast and notions of sweet vanilla precede palate-bathing ripe black plum and juicy black cherry with a spicy and earthy underpinning. It showcases good weight and is fully textured with balance and delicious moderating acidity. This pours particularly well with grilled steak—good value. (Vic Harradine)