Crios Malbec 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: Winemaker Susana Balbo does it again and delivers a remarkable tasty red wine at a very reasonable price point. Lots of blackberry, cassis and black currant here with toasty oak. Pair this Malbec with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2015-2018. 538784 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. July 23, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Catena Alamos Chardonnay 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: A buttery, rich Argentine white wine made from the classic Chardonnay grape. Terrific price for this value and taste. Pair with fried chicken. Drink: 2016-2019. 448761 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. May 28, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Finca El Origen Estate Reserva Torrontés 2015, Salta, Argentina: White floral aromas and a profusion of peach-pear happiness on the nose of this Argentine white wine. Try this wine made from the lesser-known Torrontes grape if you haven't and open your world to more happiness. The grapes are grown in Argentina’s Salta region. Finishes with white peach and lime blossom. Pair with mild to medium spicy dishes and curries. Drink: 2015-2017. 262089 14.30% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. May 28, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Meaty, savoury and lip-smacking delicious! Enticing eucalyptus and blackberry aromas in this full-bodied, smooth Australian red wine. Sure to please even the most hardened cabernet fan. Loaded with concentrated dark red fruit flavours on the finish, along with a spice kick. This robust red wine was not fined or filtered. Pair with meat lovers pizza. Drink: 2015-2020. 984021 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. May 28, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

The Organized Crime Fumé Blanc 2012, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Juicy and mouth-watering with toasted almond with notes of peach. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2013-2017. 465013 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. July 23, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Quail's Gate Gewurztraminer 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: Crisp and fresh with light spices and lychee and rosewater. Good acidity for light Asian and spicy dishes. Drink: 2014-2017. 354480 12% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. July 23, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Hecht & Bannier Bandol Rosé 2015, Provence A.C., France: Intensely aromatic with notes of cherry blossom, raspberry and rose petal. Medium-bodied with racy acidity for planked salmon or grilled chicken. Drink: 2015-2017. 450767 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. July 23, 2016 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Tenuta Di Castiglioni 2014, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: A superb Italian red wine with a racy acidity on the palate that's perfect for pasta in tomato sauce, spicy sausages, pizza and lasagna. Aromas of tart black cherry, and spices. Highly recommended. Drink: 2016-2022. 145920 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. June 16, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Bonacchi Brunello Di Montalcino 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A smooth, supple Brunello that's approachable now. Often you have to wait a lot longer before Brunello of this age is ready to drink. Attractive aromas of black fruit, tar, violets and smoke. Pair with mushroom risotto or duck comfit. Drink: 2012-2020. 266965 13.50% XD 750 mL  $36.95 Score: 90/100. October 6, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Aldiano Riserva Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2011, Abruzzo D.O.P., Italy: Lots of mocha and dark chocolate on the nose from lavish oak aging. Dark fruit aromas and flavours. Concentrated with some smoke, vanilla and dark fruit on the finish. Decant for 1-2 hours. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2013-2019. 51706 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 87/100. May 28, 2016 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2012, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, United States: The 2012 vintage of the Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon has seductive aromas and flavours of black plum, cassis, blackberry, violets and smoke. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2020. 89284 13.70% XD 750 mL  $74.95 Score: 93/100. May 28, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review