Wakefield Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: This Australian Cabernet Sauvignon offers sweet blueberry fruit and vanilla spice flavours on the palate. It's a good value. Juicy, full-bodied, rich palate. Aromas of mint and blackberry on the nose. Pair with juicy meat lovers pizza. Drink: 2018-2022. 744235 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. July 4, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Two Hands Angels' Share Shiraz 2017, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Two Hands Angels' Share 2017 Shiraz is a full-bodied and big red wine from the McLaren Vale. Full and lush layers of ripe blackberry, dark chocolate and savoury spice on this vintage. Angel's share refers to the small amount of wine that evaporates from the oak barrels during maturation while the wine is aging. Medieval winemakers assumed that the angels watched over the wines being made and took their share in recompense. Drink: 2018-2022. 9480 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2018 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Grant Burge Filsell Shiraz 2015, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Dark, blackened, charry fruit and toasted oak on the nose and palate of this huge Australian Shiraz. The wine was fermented in both oak and tanks then aged for 21 months in 30% new oak, with the balanced being second use barrels. These 100-year-old vines concentrate flavours. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2022. 93955 14% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 90/100. October 3, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Shingleback Davey Estate Reserve Shiraz 2015, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Davey Estate Reserve 2015 is a rich, full-bodied Shiraz from the well-known producer, Shingleback. Dark fruit and cherry, dark spice and pepper on the nose and palate. Pair with roast beef. The wine is small batch open-fermented and spends over one year maturing in American and French oak. Drink: 2018-2024. 431296 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Cabernet Merlot 2015, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Henry Of Pelham Estate's 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot red wine blend is produced from grapes grown on the winery's own estate. Yields are kept low to 2 to 3 tonnes per acre so that the grapes are concentrated with layers of blueberry, plum, black currant, mocha, vanilla and cloves, cinnamon spice. This wine is one that stands out above the rest from one of Ontario's best-known producers. Enjoy now with a slow-roast beef brisket or hold in cellar for five years. Drink: 2018-2023. 395855 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. June 26, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Unsworth Vineyards Symphony 2015, Vancouver Island, British Columbia , Canada: A magnificent BC red wine blend of 85% Cabernet Libre and 15% Petit Milo grapes. Exotic aromas of brandy-soaked figs, bing cherry and black raspberry. Polished and approachable, with a long finish. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2018-2022. 14% D 750 mL  $32.00 Score: 92/100. May 20, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Santa Carolina Specialties Carignan 2013, Cauquenes Valley, Maule Valley, Chile: The Carignan grapes are dry farmed, which adds richness, depth and character to the wine. Dry farming means that the grapes are not irrigated and must rely on the rain water that nature provides, however little that is in dry climates like this one. It also has the effect of producing smaller grapes or berries with more concentrated flavours. Complex, dry and savoury Chilean red wine with gorgeously rich black fruit aromas and flavours. Pleasant tarry-tart black cranberry on the finish. Full-bodied with a velvet smooth texture. Drink: 2017-2021. 213520 15% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. March 14, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A big, bold Chilean red wine with classic aromas of fleshy ripe black plums, spice and smoke. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2023. 203364 14% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

San Pedro Sideral 2016, Cachapoal Valley D.O., Chile: An expressive and seductive blend of 5 grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon leading, along with Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Carmenère. Aromas of dark ripe berries, spicy and smoke. What a package! Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2019-2023. 632927 14.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Kuhlmann-Platz Riesling 2016, Alsace A.C., France: The 2016 of the vibrant Cave de Hunawihr Riesling is produced by a cooperative of grape growers founded in 1954. Lots of racy acidity for seafood. Aromas of white peach and lime. Light-bodied. Drink: 2018-2021. 196741 12% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 18, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

La Pieve Barolo 2014, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: La Pieve 2014 is a full-bodied Barolo with loads of dark fruit, dark cherry, tar, leather and spicy flavours on the palate. Tannins are grippy on this 100% Nebbiolo Hold in cellar, or decant for two hours prior to serving it with a game roast. Drink: 2018-2028. 213132 14.50% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 91/100. January 5, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Tedeschi Capitel Nicalo 2015, Rosso Delle Venezie, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: A full-bodied juicy Italian red wine with lots of heft and mouth-filling flavour. Dark cherry and black plum, almost prune on the nose of this D.O.C. wine. Good value. This is one of the best producers of ripasso. Featuring aromas of coffee and black cherry. Great dry finish for a wide range of dishes, especially hearty meat ones. Drink: 2017-2023. 984997 13% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 26, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Ernie Els Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Bordeaux leanings in this classically styled South African Cabernet. Aromas of cassis and blackberry with toasty oak. Decant 1-2 hours and pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2024. 278358 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. July 21, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Josh Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Paso Robles, California, United States: Supple, rich and full-bodied Californian red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in the southern region of Paso Robles. Aromas of cedar, smoke and black fruit. Pair with barbecued meats. Drink: 2018-2022. 412320 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. February 28, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Beringer Founders' Estate Merlot 2016, Napa Valley, California, United States: A terrific, value-priced Californian Merlot featuring fleshy ripe purple and black plums aromas and flavours. Full-bodied and smooth with juicy acidity. Pair with hamburgers, meat lovers' pizza and stew. Drink: 2016-2020. 534255 14% D 750 mL  $18.25 Score: 89/100. November 14, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Chateau Ste. Michelle's Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon is blended with some Syrah giving it rich, ripe and juicy dark plum, cherry, blackberry, savoury spice and meaty flavours. Warming at 14.5% abv. Pair with roast duck. Drink: 2019-2024. 55764 14.50% D 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 93/100. February 27, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Bogle Essential Red 2015, California, United States: Produced from Old Vines Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, Bogle's Essential Red blend is a full-bodied, rich and smooth with dark and ripe fruit flavors, juicy red berry, vanilla and sweet cake spice flavours on the palate. Easy drinking now and perfect for barbequed fare. Drink: 2019-2022. 394452 13.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. February 27, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Conundrum Rosé 2018, California, United States: A lively rosé from the well-known Conundrum Winery produced from the Valdiguié wine grape planted along the coastal regions of California but with origins from the southern wine regions of France, also known as Gros Auxerrois. In California it is also known as Napa Gamay. This happy rosé has flavours of ripe strawberry, watermelon and peach with great acidity for summer salads with zesty fruit dressings. Drink: 2019-2022. 557595 13.10% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. July 4, 2019 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Sterling Napa Valley Merlot 2015, Napa Valley, California, United States: Sterling released its first-ever vintage-dated California Merlot in 1969 and is known for its smooth, full-bodied and superbly balanced Merlot wines. The 2015 vintage is silky with soft ripe blackberry, cherry, plum and chocolate tones. Tannins are fine and there is good acidity on this wine for food. Pair with Porchetta sandwiches. Drink: 2018-2024. 330241 14.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. January 3, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Joel Gott Zinfandel 2016, California, United States: Joel Gott's does it again with the 2016 Zinfandel. Beautifully, rich, full-bodied and layered with ripe dark plums, red berry jam, sweet spice, vanilla and caramel flavours on the palate. This Zin was matured in 80% French and 20% American oak barrels. Pour with sticky, spicy pork ribs or beef sliders with all the trimmings. Drink: 2018-2024. 224139 14.80% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. January 5, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review