Kaiken Ultra Las Rocas Malbec 2016
Argentinian Malbec rules the roost at Vintages it seems. The latest offering that’s well worth your attention is Kaiken Ultra Rocas Malbec 2016 from Mendoza. Dense purple in colour, it has a cedary, blackberry nose lifted with oak spice; medium to full-bodied, its dry, earthy, black fruit flavours are carried on lively acidity to a firm tannic finish. It costs $19.95 at Vintages outlets and is perfect for pepper steak or spicy winter stews. That’s Kaiken Ultra Rocas Malbec 2016 from Argentina. For Post City Magazine, I’m Tony Aspler, 680 NEWS. ($19.95, Vintages #50849) (89)

Château des Tours Brouilly 2016
Brouilly is one of the ten crus – or named villages – in the northern Beaujolais region. Currently at Vintages is Château des Tours Brouilly 2016 that has all the charm you expect for this ready-to-drink wine. Deep purple in colour, it offers a lightly floral nose of ripe plums; it’s medium-bodied, dry and juicy, with cherry and red plum flavours with balancing acidity. You can drink it at room temperature with light meat dishes or chill it to bring out the freshness and serve it with tuna. It costs $21.95 at Vintages outlets. That’s Château des Tours Brouilly 2016 from France’s Beaujolais region. For Post City Magazine, I’m Tony Aspler, 680 NEWS. ($21.95, Vintages #637835)  (89)