Ruffino Modus 2012, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: The 2012 vintage of this rich, full-bodied Italian red wine is a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot grapes. The vines are planted primarily in the vineyards of Ruffino's estates of Poggio Casciano and Santedame, which is hilly clay rich in fossil fragments. The wine undergoes a malolactic fermentation and a post-fermentative maceration on the skins for 2 weeks to add richness and depth. It's then aged for 12 months in first, second and third use American and French 225 litre oak barrels. This Super Tuscan is worthy of your attention, from its ruby-violet gem glints in the glass to its finish as long as a Tuscan country road. It delivers an intense bouquet of black cherry, plum, graphite, dried tobacco leaves and dark spice. This robust red wine has remarkably polished tannins that yield to a supple, smooth texture. Incredible concentration and flavour at such a reasonable level of alcohol. Pair with truffle-inflected dishes and grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2021. 912956 13.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 94/100. July 6, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Torbreck The Steading 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia: This blockbuster powerhouse from the heart of Australia's finest winemaking region delivers all the goods: concentration, depth, complexity and length on the finish. There's so much going on in this glass from exotic black fruit and dark spices to threads of vanillin and wild violets. Celebrate tonight with this bottle. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2014-2020. 97220 14.50% XD 750 mL  $51.95 Score: 95/100. July 11, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review