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Trapiche Malkina 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: This pretty pink Argentine wine smells and tastes like fresh field strawberries with a dollop of rhubarb preserves. It's an off-dry blend of 50% Malbec and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Serve chilled as an aperitif or companion to seared seafood like salmon. Drink: 2014-2016. 406587 13% MD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. October 2, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Beautifully structured and balanced Argentine Cabernet with attractive aromas of cedar brush, cassis and black currant. Very classic in its styling and elegance. Perfect for filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2021. 143206 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. February 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review
Wits End Luna Shiraz 2014, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Enticing aromas of blackberry liqueur on the nose and palate of this dry, full-bodied Australia Shiraz from the cool climate of McLaren Vale. Savoury and meaty, yet also juicy. This wine packs a flavour punch. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2015-2020. 311258 15% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 91/100. October 10, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review
Southbrook Vineyards Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario VQA, Canada: Savoury, juicy and ultra-delicious, this Cabernet is extremely aromatic and enticing with notes of fleshy ripe blackberry and black plum. Mouth-watering and lip-smacking good. Smooth and supple on the palate with a long finish. The bonus? This is an organic wine. Pair with free range beef. Drink: 2016-2021. 193573 12.60% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. January 31, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Southbrook Vineyards Seriously Cool Chardonnay 2015, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario VQA, Canada: Clean and crisp with green apple notes and racy acidity for roasted chicken. Medium-bodied with great vibrancy on the finish. This winery practices sustainable viticulture. Drink: 2016-2020. 457481 12% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 10, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Tinhorn Creek Vineyards Gewurztraminer 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Classic aromas of rosewater, baking spice and lychee on the nose and palate. Very balanced yet not overdone. Viscous and mouth-filling with great layering. Finishes with baking spices and lemon zest. Pair with shellfish and mild curries. Drink: 2014-2018. 904185 13% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 8, 2016 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review
Flat Rock Unplugged Chardonnay 2014, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Clean and crisp with notes of green apple and lime zest. Great acidity for fresh seafood. Unplugged references the fact that this wine was not oak aged. Drink: 2014-2017. 68015 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 87/100. May 28, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Black Hills Estate Winery Syrah 2013, Okanagan Valley British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Yet another spectacular vintage for the Black Hill Syrah! Then again, that's what you expect from one of Canada's best wineries. This is a luxurious, super-packed and concentrated red wine made from Syrah grapes. Layers of fleshy black fruit, smoke, toasty oak and blackberry liqueur-like richness. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2015-2021. 22633 13% D 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 93/100. September 16, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review
Flat Rock Chardonnay 2013, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Rich, full-bodied with lovely aromas of butterscotch, vanilla smoke and fleshy peach. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2013-2018. 286278 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 29, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Errázuriz Estate Series Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Terrific value for this vibrant, come-alive Chilean Sauvignon Blanc. Great aperitif or companion to seafood. Aromas of fresh gooseberry, grass, lime and lemon. Drink: 2016-2018. 263574 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 4, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review
Torres San Valentin Garnacha 2014, Catalunya DO, Spain: This attractive, full-bodied Spanish red wine is made from the Garnacha grape which is known as Grenache in France. It's the second-most popular red grape planted in Spain, after Tempranillo. Lots of luscious layers of dark fruit, smoke and anise here. Pair with true love and rare steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 426965 14% XD 750 mL  $12.90 Score: 88/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Raymond Reserve Selection Chardonnay 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: A buttery, round, brilliant Californian Chardonnay with toasted oak and golden apple aromas. Layered and rich with a long finish. Paired with roast chicken. Drink: 2014-2019. 716928 14.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 91/100. February 20, 2016 Top Rated White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

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