Alamos Syrah 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied Argentine red wine with dark fruit and some dark spice. Smooth. This red wine finishes with dark fruit and some spice. Try it with a pepper steak tonight. Drink: 2016-2022. 183848 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 16, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Cabernet Franc Rosé 2014, Gaspereau, Nova Scotia, Canada: This Nova Scotia Cabernet Franc Rosé has lovely aromas of tart cherry and cranberry, along with racy, mouth-watering acidity for seafood. It shows a pretty pale pink-light orange in the glass. Finishes with blood orange notes. Very refreshing. Drink: 2015-2017. 10.50% D 750 mL  $24.99 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Full Review

La Cadierenne Bandol Cuvée Grande Tradition Rosé 2014, Provence A.C., France: Medium to almost full-bodied for rosé. Lovely flavours of summer strawberries and raspberries on the nose of this French rosé. Dry and refreshing. Works as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Finishes with wind-swept lavender and wild herbs. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2016. 119453 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 27, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Miraval Rosé 2014, Côtes De Provence A.P., France: This wine doesn't need to ride on the back of their celebrity: it stands alone as a terrific, refreshing rose with aromas of small field strawberries, orange zest and light spices. It's made by the much-respected Perrin family. Should I add though that there's a hint of drama on the nose, with a surprise twist finish? Sure to be a box office hit at your liquor store. Bottled Hollywood style in a lovely, shapely vessel. Lovely ballet slipper pink hue. Finishes floral and elegant. Pair with oysters and movie night. Drink: 2014-2017. 342584 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 28, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Côte Des Roses Rosé 2011, Languedoc, Midi A.P., France: Light and pretty with rosewater, and strawberry blossom florals. Elegant. Pair with seared salmon. Drink: 2011-2013. 373985 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. September 15, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Beaurevoir Tavel Rosé 2014, Rhône A.C., France: This lovely southern French rosé is produced by the venerable Rhone Valley winery M. Chapoutier. Invigorating and refreshing with lively aromas of fresh wild strawberries and field berries. Bone-dry. Pair with field greens. Drink: 2014-2016. 991331 12% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 22, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Château Gassier Sables d'Azur Rosé 2017, Côtes de Provence, Provence A.P., France: Lovely balance in this light-bodied rose that's packed with fresh field strawberry aromas. Bone-dry and refreshing. Drink: 2019-2021. 33621 13% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. October 3, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Highfield Sauvignon Blanc 2013, South Island, Marlborough, New Zealand: Herbal, grassy good with sunshine streaked through it. Crisp, mouth-watering and refreshing. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2014-2016. 444380 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 16, 2016 Top Rated White Wine. Happy Hawaiian Pizza Wine Full Review

Ara Pathway Pinot Noir 2013, New Zealand: A pleasant, medium-bodied, smooth, easy-drinking New Zealand red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes. Aromas of black raspberry. Soft tannins. Grapes are sourced from closely planted vines and are low yielding on the winery's estate vineyards. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2014-2017. 416230 13% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 87/100. April 27, 2016 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Matua Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand: Crisp and zesty with come-alive aromas and flavours of lime and lemongrass. Medium-bodied, no oak. Excellent aperitif or companion to many dishes from seafood to vegetarian. Drink: 2012-2014. 619452 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2013 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Riverlore Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand: A zesty, crisp Sauvignon Blanc with classic aromas of grass, lime and lemongrass. Some gooseberry and nettle on the dry finish. The grapes are hand picked in small batches. Good minerality. Pair with salads and seafood. Drink: 2015-2017. 417600 13% XD 750 mL  $16.20 Score: 90/100. September 18, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Quady Essensia Orange Muscat 2012, California, United States: Clementine bite, sharp and soft at the same time in this gorgeous dessert wine. Quady is one of California's best-known and most respected dessert wine producers. The Quady Essencia was first produced in 1980. Pair with orange and chocolate cake. Drink: 2012-2018. 299552 15% S 375 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. November 22, 2014 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Robert Mondavi Winery Fumé Blanc 2014, Napa Valley, California, United States: Lemon smoke seduction on the nose. Crisp and vibrant on the palate. Long finish. Medium-bodied. Perfect for halibut in a beure blanc sauce. Drink: 2016-2018. 221887 13.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 91/100. August 5, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review