Wakefield Wines Promised Land Shiraz 2017, South Australia, Australia: A robust Australian Shiraz with aromas of dark plum, spice and blackberries wrapped in toasty oak. Smooth texture. Great price. Pair with a rare steak or grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2021. 441543 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. February 27, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Casa Silva Lago Ranco Viñedo de Futrono Riesling 2019, Austral, Patagonia, Chile: From Austral, Patagonia, Casa Silva Lago Ranco 2019 Riesling is produced from sustainably grown grapes from vines planted in 2012 in volcanic soils. Love the fact that the wine is only 11.5% abv. Floral on the nose with sun-kissed summer white florals, lime zest, light petrol and flinty flavours on the palate, brilliant with mouth-watering acidity and a length that goes on forever. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2026. 23428 11.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. June 30, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Louis Jadot Pouilly-Fuissé 2020, Burgundy A.C., France: Louis Jadot 2020 Pouilly-Fuissé is a classic Burgundian Chardonnay, vibrant, crisp and fresh with green apple crunch, citrus zest and briny mineral flavours matched with brilliant acidity. Pour with roast chicken or rich seafood dishes. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 732917 13% XD 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 92/100. June 30, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Carpineto Farnito Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Carpineto Farnito 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, vibrant, full-bodied Cab with juicy dark cherry, black currant, underbrush, pepper and smoky toasty oak spice flavours with brilliant acidity and finishing long on the palate. Tannins are structured. Good now, better in 2022. Pour with a rosemary and garlic roast of pork. Drink: 2022-2036. 996553 12.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 94/100. September 9, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Pago Aylés Cuesta del Herrero 2020, Aylés, Aragón D.O.P., Spain: From Aylés, Aragón wine region, Pago Aylés Cuesta Del Herrero 2020 is an excellent value Pago red wine under $20, a blend of 50% Garnacha, 30% Tempranillo, with the balance in Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. A dry, youthful, fresh and concentrated Spanish red with layers of dark cherry, plum, red berry fruit, savoury and smooth on the palate. Drink: 2022-2026. 25252 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. June 30, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: From Alexander Valley, California, Silver Oak 2017 is impressive! Rich and plushy with ripe blackberry, dark plum, dark cherry, savoury herbs, cedar and smoky flavours on the palate. Grapes for this Cab were sourced from the winery's Red Tail, Miraval and Geyserville Estate vineyards and comprises fruit from the region's hillsides, benchlands and valley floor. Aged in American oak barrels produced in Silver Oak's own cooperage. Drink: 2022-2028. 943472 13.70% XD 750 mL  $163.95 Score: 93/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review