Wakefield Shiraz 2014, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Solid and full-bodied with big black fruit aromas. This terrific Australian Shiraz is tarry, spicy and peppery on the palate and finish. Pair with hamburgers. Drink: 2015-2020. 943787 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello Di Montalcino 2010, Tuscany, D.O.C.G., Italy: Great concentration and depth of flavour on the palate. This blockbuster is in serious need of cellar time. This full-bodied red wine features aromas of blackberry, black plums, smoky oak and tar. It's fairly smooth, though this will improve with aging. Decant for 1-2 hours when you open it. A powerful and classic Italian red wine. Pair with prime rib. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: pasta in meat sauce, spicy sausages, grilled meats, game. Drink: 2016-2025. 963371 13% XD 1500 mL  $113.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Tini Sangiovese 2013, Emilia-Romagna DOC, Italy: A medium-bodied smooth Italian red wine with lots of acidity. Some dark red fruit. Simple and straight-forward. Pair with cheese pizza. Drink: 2013-2016. 179432 12% XD 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 83/100. September 17, 2015 Full Review

Clos Malverne Le Café Pinotage 2012, Coastal Region, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Gorgeous nose of dried herbs, coffee, leather, smoke and dry plum. Full-bodied, but smooth and perfectly balanced. Pair with roasted meats. Drink: 2016-2019. 666776 15% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. March 7, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Hamilton Russell Hamilton Russell Pinot Noir 2013 Dry 2013, Hemel-En-Aarde Valley, Walker Bay W.O., South Africa: Lavish fleshy ripe cherry aromas and flavours yet not simple or sweet. Complex, elegant and layered. Some dark spice on the finish. Silk texture. Chapter three of my second book (Unquenchable) includes a visit to this winery and dinner with the brilliant Anthony Hamilton Russell. Drink: 2015-2023. 999516 13.50% D 750 mL  $57.95 Score: 95/100. March 19, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Lan Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2001, D.O.C.a, Rioja, Spain: Gorgeous depth of taste and savory notes of blackberries, espresso, anise and mocha. Full-bodied with a long, long finish. 928622 13.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 90/100. August 29, 2009 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review