Dominio Del Plata Crios De Susana Balbo Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: An absolutely incredible wine for the money! Juicy, savoury and delicious: full-bodied with rich layers of ripe plums, blackberry and other dark fruits. 640979 14% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2010 Best Value Red Wine (Tied). Full Review

Alfredo Roca Pinot Noir 2008, San Rafael, Mendoza, Argentina: Incredible Pinot for the money: you simply will not get a better tasting pinot at this price. Grab a case or five. Lovely fleshy ripe cherries. New World style. 32979 13.30% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. July 10, 2010 Best Value Red Wine (Tied). Full Review

Gemtree Tadpole Shiraz 2008, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Love it! Rich and deep with dive-into-it depths of fleshy black berries and plums, some mint. Fantastic price for this quality. 142034 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. July 10, 2010 Favourite Red Wine. Full Review

13th Street Winery Cabernet Rosé 2009, V.Q.A., Creek Shores, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: Bright pink colour with aromas of strawberry, rosehip, blood orange, maple tree sap and roses. Very slightly off-dry wine with fruit surrounded by gentle acids. Plush texture to the finish. Try it with grilled chicken pizza or warm chicken salad. My note: Ripe cherry and cranberry notes with some spices. Dry and refreshing. 117846 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. July 10, 2010 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Santa Carolina Barrica Selection Chardonnay 2008, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Vintages Wine Panel: This rich, flavourful, harmonious Chilean Chardonnay is a good bet. Two thirds of the wine is aged in French oak for up to ten months, adding a smooth caramel note. Ripe apricot, guava and passion fruit emerge on the nose and on the round, medium-full-bodied palate. The wine’s soft and creamy texture comes from its 8-12 months spent on the lees. This solid value can also be cellared for 2-3 years. My note: Consummate chardonnay for those who want loads of flavour for a budget price. This wine tastes at least twice as expensive as it costs. Gorgeous layers of green apple, smoke, butter and white peach. 928580 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. July 10, 2010 Best Value White Wine (Tied). Full Review

Concha y Toro Trio Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Casablanca, Rapel, Limarí Valleys, Chile: Staggeringly great value for the money! Herbal, zippy and grassy with wonderfully high refreshment value. Chill it and chill yourself. 649129 13.40% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. July 10, 2010 Best Value White Wine (Tied). Full Review

Chateau De Trinquevedel Rosé 2009, A.C., Tavel, Rhône, France: Love this rose! Tavel never fails me. Gorgeously ripe raspberries and strawberries, bone-dry and refreshing. Here’s a fun little factoid to share with your guests when you’re enjoying this lovely wine: Tavel rosés were a favourite of King Louis XIV. 729947 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2010 Favourite Rosé. Full Review

Astrolabe Sauvignon Blanc 2008, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy great with refreshing herbal with mouth-watering acidity. Perfect for so many dishes from seafood to salads. 10421 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. July 10, 2010 Favourite White Wine (Tied). Full Review

Quinta De Ventozelo Late Bottled Vintage Port 2003, D.O.C., Douro, Portugal: Vintages Wine Panel: Unlike regular LBV Ports, unfiltered (aka traditional) LBVs can continue to mature in the bottle for a few years after bottling. This one, for example, is delicious now, but would benefit further with 3-5 years of cellaring. Look for aromas of fig, dark chocolate and vanilla bean. Sweet yet with a good core of tannin too that supports further ageing. It may be enjoyed tonight with moderately intense blue cheeses. My note: Full-on, plummy-dark LBV with rich, unending flavours of spices, marzipan and fruitcake. Gorgeous! 169631 19% S 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 10, 2010 Best Value Dessert Wine. Full Review