Cave Spring Cabernet Franc 2013, Niagara Escarpment Ontario VQA, Canada: One of the best Ontario Cabernet Franc wines I've ever tasted. Rich, full-bodied with layers of dark plums, smoke and mocha. Beautifully balanced, with a sweet chocolate note on the finish, though this wine is dry. That extra kicks just makes it more luscious and delicious. Pair with grilled pork chops or lamb. Drink: 2015-2017. 391995 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. October 29, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Santa Carolina Merlot 2015, Chile: Juicy, full-bodied and luscious with fleshy ripe flavours of purple plums and raspberry jam. Smooth and supple. This is an incredible price for this quality. Great party wine. Finishes with sweet spices. Pair with spaghetti bolognese sauce, meat balls, meat lovers' pizza and veal stew. Drink: 2015-2018. 361741 12.50% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Shiraz 2015, Central Valley, Chile: A full-bodied, smooth Chilean red wine made from Shiraz grapes. Notes of black plum and blackberry with some oak and spice. Simple, straight-forward and well-priced. Pair with roasted skirt steak or fettuccine al ragu. Drink: 2015-2017. 644062 12.50% D 750 mL  $8.45 Score: 86/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Louis Bernard Côtes-du-Rhône-Villages 2013, Cotes du Rhone Villages AOC, France: Full-bodied and savoury with dried herbs and chary black fruit and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2020. 391458 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Louis Tête Coteaux Bourguignons Gamay 2014, Beaujolais A.P., France: So pretty! Lovely fleshy black cherry and a velvet texture. So loaded with character yet not heavy. Love this. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2017-2021. 448860 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 2, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Monasterio de las Viñas Reserva Grandes Vinos Y Viñedos 2005, D.O., Cariñena, Spain: A terrific wine for the money! Juicy, full-bodied, savoury and smooth. Aromas of cedar and black cherry. Great pick for a potluck gathering. 166579 13% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. February 19, 2011 Full Review