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Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Malbec 2011, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A lively Malbec with intriguing aromas of black raspberry, bacon and vanilla smoke. Concentrated and powerful with polished tannins. Ready to drink now, but will also do well with a few years in the cellar. Absolutely delicious especially at this price! This wine cries out to be on your table beside prime rib. Let your mouth have some fun tonight! Drink: 2013-2016. 186668 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. June 27, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Konzelmann Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2014, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada  200584 13% XD 750 mL  $13.05. April 26, 2010 Full Review
Inniskillin Niagara Estate Late Autumn Riesling 2014, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario VQA, Canada: A lovely, mouth-watering Niagara Riesling with classic aromas of peach, lime blossom and lemon. Incredible flavour and quality for this price. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2014-2018. 219543 10.50% MD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Konzelmann Estate Winery Baco Noir 2015, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Juicy and plummy with purple plums and blueberry jam. Love the low alcohol yet big flavour. Like zinfandel but without the alcoholic heat. Smooth. Perfect for meat lovers' pizza and barbecue fare. Great price for this 1000 ml bottle size. Drink: 2016-2019. 635722 12.50% D 1000 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. June 16, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Malivoire Ladybug Rosé 2017, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: It's no wonder that this is Ontario's most popular rose. Lovely light and lifted aromas of wild field strawberries on a sun-dappled afternoon. Dry and refreshing and mouth-watering. This is a Niagara blend of Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir and Gamay grapes. Pair with grilled seafood or chicken. Drink: 2018-2020. 559088 12.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. August 16, 2019 Best Value Rosé Wine. Full Review
Henry of Pelham Rosé 2018, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A superb Niagara rose, particularly for this price point. A blend of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Zweigelt grapes. The juice had 24 hours of skin contact. Aromas of strawberry, watermelon and pineapple. Mouth-watering and refreshing. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2019-2021. 613471 12% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. May 6, 2019 Best Value Rosé Wine. Full Review
Konzelmann Estate Winery Baco Noir 2018, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2016-2019. 635722 12.50% D 750 mL  $14.95. June 16, 2017 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review
Konzelmann Estate Winery Méthode Cuvée Close Sparkling Rosé, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Konzelmann Sparkling rosé is tangy on the nose and palate with fresh apple, cut pear, red cherry, red currant and plummy flavours delivered on a bright and persistent mousse. Finishes with just a hint of sweetness on the palate. A well-priced and fun summertime bubble. Drink: 2022-2024. 184176 12% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 13, 2022 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review
Konzelmann Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2022, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada Drink: 2015-2019. 200584 13% XD 750 mL  $13.05. June 14, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Vina Luis Felipe Edwards Terra Vega KPM Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Central Valley, Chile  128330 12.50% D 750 mL  $10.35. January 1, 2011 Full Review
Cono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Viognier 2012, Colchagua, Chile Drink: 2013-2015. 64287 14% D 750 mL  $10.99. October 16, 2014 Full Review
Santa Alicia Reserva Carmenere 2013, Maipo Valley, Chile: An amazing wine for the money! Full-bodied, supple, smooth and gorgeously textured. This is an ideal party wine, and companion to many hearty meat dishes. The tannins are so smooth that you can also enjoy it with drier meat dishes like turkey. Aromas of fleshy black plum and blackberry. Drink: 2015-2017. 309302 14% XD 750 mL  $13.25 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Montes Limited Selection Pinot Noir 2016, Casablanca Valley D.O., Chile: Pale ruby in the glass with a pronounced nose of ripe red cherry, raspberry and dried herbs, Montes 2016 Limited Selection is a medium-plus-bodied Pinot Noir with vibrant acidity, pink florals, dried red berry fruit, fresh cherry and spicy flavours on the palate. Excellent value. Enjoy now with grilled lamb kebabs. Drink: 2019-2022. 37937 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. February 27, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Masi Bonacosta Valpolicella Classico 2014, Veneto DOC, Italy: Juicy and savoury with dried herbs and black wild berries. Medium-bodied and supple. Pair with pork chops. Drink: 2015-2021. 285585 12% XD 750 mL  $19.50 Score: 88/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Masi Campofiorin 2012, Verona, Italy: Seductive black cherry and smoke aromas on the nose and palate of this full-bodied, balance Italian red wine. Mouth-watering acidity for tangy tomato sauce dishes. Masi has made this wine since 1964 from local Veronese grapes such as Corvina that are dried before fermentation for the appassimento method to add add depth and flavour. Masi knows how to make fabulous wines at every price point. Drink: 2014-2020. 155051 13% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 88/100. April 16, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review
Kim Crawford Pinot Noir 2015, Marlborough, New Zealand: Always a delight! This Kim Crawford Pinot Noir is a perfect balance between fleshy ripe plums and lively, racy acidity for dishes such as grilled pork chops. Medium-bodied, smooth and supple. Terrific value. Drink: 2017-2021. 626390 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. October 30, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
KWV Triptych K.W.V. 2011, Western Cape, South Africa: This is a WO-designated wine. 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. Try it tonight. Drink: 2013-2016. 53124 14.40% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 1, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Boekenhoutskloof Wolftrap Viognier Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc 2014, Western Cape, South Africa: A vibrant and crisp South African white wine blend of Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc grapes at an excellent price. Notes of lemon, lime, lanolin and fresh cut grass. Pair with vegetarian dishes and salads. Drink: 2014-2018. 292532 13.80%  750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. January 11, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review
Borsao Tres Picos Grenache 2014, Campo de Borja D.O., Spain: This winery is located south of Rioja and is comprised of 100% Garnacha grapes. The Garnacha grapes for this wine grow on old vines, which provides additional concentration and flavour. Great structure. Lots of mocha and dark chocolate aromas on the nose that are then flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. A rich darkly hued colour in the glass. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with grilled meats. The 2013 vintage of the Tres Picos offers solid value. Drink: 2016-2021. 273748 15% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. January 26, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Borsao Garnacha 2015, Borja, Spain: This Spanish red wine offers extraordinary value and taste for the price. Aromas of purple plums and spice with fleshy sweet blackberries. This is a savoury, full-bodied blend of Garnacha, Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2015-2019. 386961 14.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 90/100. November 9, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Borsao Garnacha 2014, Borja, Spain: Savoury and delicious at a great price - this robust Spanish red wine delivers well past its price point. Dried herbs and mouth-waterig acidity for tangy tomato sauce. Aromas of dark wild berries. Terrific for parties. Drink: 2014-2018. 386961 14.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 88/100. June 9, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Campo Viejo Tempranillo 2014, Rioja D.O.C., Spain: Savoury with dried herbs, dust and smoke on the nose and juicy dark fruit on the palate. Terrific value for this price. Pair with rack of lamb. Drink: 2015-2019. 342006 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.45 Score: 89/100. August 27, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Apothic Dark 2014, California, United States: Sweet black cherry, mocha and fudge on the nose and palate of this full-bodied, smooth Californian red wine blend. Finishes with blueberry jam. Pair with Mexican mole. Drink: 2014-2016. 392654 14% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 86/100. October 26, 2015 Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review
Ménage à Trois Midnight Red 2014, California, United States: Mocha and dark spice: an attractive package with supple, smooth texture and almost full-bodied weight. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2019. 434597 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.50 Score: 88/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Apothic Dark 2015, California, United States: Sweet black cherry, mocha and fudge on the nose and palate of this full-bodied, smooth Californian red wine blend. Finishes with blueberry jam. Pair with Hawaiian pizza. Drink: 2017-2019. 392654 14% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 86/100. November 8, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review
Columbia Crest Winery Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: A full-bodied, rich and complex Washington state red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Aromas of wild blackberry, cedar and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2018. 460154 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 3, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
J Lohr Estates Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Paso Robles, California, United States: This robust Californian red wine from J. Lohr is the Seven Oaks label. Lots of dark chocolate and espresso on this robust Californian Cabernet that has been oak aged. Pair this Californian Cabernet Sauvignon with meat lovers' pizza. This is the half sized bottle which is great for nights on your own or when you want to start with a glass each and move on to something else with your dining companion. Great for the BBQ. Drink: 2016-2019. 313817 13.60% D 375 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 24, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Rebel Wine Three Thieves Pinot Grigio 2017, California, United States: A lovely Californian white wine blend of mostly Pinot Grigio but also a splash of Columbard, Muscato and Riesling grapes. Floral and light-bodied with racy acidity for fresh seafood. Drink: 2018-2020. 541979 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 1, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Full Review
Concannon Vineyard Pinot Noir 2016, California, United States: Supple, smooth Californian Pinot Noir with aromas of fleshy ripe dark cherry. Racy acidity for seafood. Drink: 2018-2024. 470294 14% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 90/100. May 23, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Smoking Loon Old Vine Zinfandel 2013, California, United States Drink: 2014-2018. 272393 14% D 750 mL  $17.05. September 12, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Apothic Dark 2013, California, United States: Liquid fudge, coffee dark roast: a very sweet wine that could almost be consumed for dessert. Highly confected; this reminds me of a marketing-driven "concept wine" that makes a bridge to wine for Coca Cola drinkers. Drink: 2013-2015. 392654 13.50% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 87/100. October 16, 2014 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Ménage à Trois Midnight Red 2013, California, United States: Richly extracted dark berry flavour and mocha on the nose and palate of this luscious, smooth, full-bodied red wine. Don't wait until midnight to drink it though. Pair with dinner at 7 pm. Drink: 2014-2018. 434597 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.50 Score: 88/100. December 3, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Apothic Wine Apothic Red California 2013, California, United States: Mocha and dark chocolate on the nose and palate of this smooth, full-bodied Californian red wine. Generous and toasty oak with fleshy black plums. Finishes with a kick of chocolate and smoke. Pair with grilled hamburgers. Drink: 2013-2016. 234369 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 87/100. February 1, 2015 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Liberty School Syrah 2008, California, United States: Juicy and succulent with aromas and flavours of fleshy dark plums. Loaded with mulberry and blackberry notes that glide and slide along polished tannins with a medium- to full-bodied weight. Lovely! Drink: 2012-2015. 942383 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 26, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Beringer Vineyards White Zinfandel Rosé 2007, California, United States: Step back form your prejudices! Drinking white Zinfandel doesn't mean you're less evolved. We've got sweetness here but not syrup. Ripe, sweet strawberries fill the glass. Sunshine on a summer day. 60715 10% D 1500 mL  $9.95 Score: 87/100. December 4, 2008 Best Value Rosé. Full Review
Ménage à Trois Red 2012, California, United States: Fleshy black raspberry and cherry on the nose of this terrifically tasty Californian red wine blend of Zinfandel, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The name is fun, but don't let that mislead you into thinking that this isn't a seriously good wine. Pair with roast beef for three ;) Drink: 2013-2016. 308007 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

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