Summer’s here, and with that comes barbeques, patio parties, and casual evening soirees with friends and family. Looking for a quality bottle to bring to the party? Look no further! Award-winning wine writer Natalie MacLean shares her top picks with us each week!

Wine of the Week for July 26, 2013

Cathedral Cellar Triptych K.W.V. 2009

W.O., Western Cape, South Africa

Smooth and delicious with full-bodied layers of fleshy black plums. Smoky and smooth. Amazingly great price. This wine is a blend that leads with cabernet sauvignon, but also includes shiraz and merlot grapes. Just enough oak to bring this whole delicious package together. Good finish. Pair with hearty meat dishes.

Alcohol: 14%

Sweetness: Dry

Drink: 2012‐2015

Price: $15.95

Score: 90/100

Product No: 53124

Natalie MacLean is the Canadian author of Unquenchable: A Tipsy Search for the World’s Best Bargain Wines. Check out more of her wine picks and food pairings at www.nataliemaclean.com.