Trapiche Terroir Series Orellana De Escobar Malbec 2011, La Consulta, Mendoza, Argentina: This benchmark single vineyard Argentine red wine made from the iconic Malbec grape features aromas of blackberry, smoke, spice and anise. Luxuriously layered and rich with a thick mouth-coating texture and weight of flavours. A hint of mint on the nose wrapped on ripe black fruit, then a coffeed-espresso finish. Such a wonderfully unusual and decadent wine. Decant 1-2 hours and pair with game meats and great conversation. Superb craftsmanship. Drink: 2017-2022. 178145 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 95/100. October 29, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor Shiraz 2012, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: What a blockbuster Shiraz for the price! This red wine delivers attractive aromas of blackberries, licorice, black and purple plum notes and toasty oak. Full-bodied supple, smooth, smoky and juicy. Great for potluck gatherings and movie night. Drink: 2013-2016. 72975 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Santa Ema Barrel Reserve Syrah 2011, Cachapoal Valley, Chile: Staggeringly great price for such voluptuous goodness in the glass. Full-bodied, dark and curvy. This robust red is made from 100% Syrah grapes. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2012-2016. 371161 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. May 24, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates 14 Hands Hot to Trot Red Blend Hot to Trot 14 Hands Vineyards Columbia Valley 2009, Washington, United States: Dynamite for the price! Simply wow. Smooth, full-bodied and packed with luscious dark plum and blackberry aromas. This wine takes its name from the time when wild mustang horses ran freely around the hills of eastern Washington State where this wine is made. Drink: 2010-2014. 226522 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 3, 2012 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Toasted Head Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, North Coast, California, United States: Juicy and savoury with mouth-watering flavours of blackberry and black plum with bacon and spice. Layers of pleasure. pair with rare meats. Drink: 2016-2019. 686824 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 29, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review