Alamos Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A solid red wine value from Argentina. Classic Cabernet aromas of cassis and blackcurrant. Full-bodied, smooth and balanced. Great party wine. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 295105 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.00 Score: 88/100. May 20, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Alamos Malbec 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: A superb wine for the money. Full-bodied and supple with aromas of black plum. Pair with pepper steak. Drink: 2015-2018. 295139 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.00 Score: 89/100. June 16, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Pelee Island Winery Pavilion Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Pelee Island, V.Q.A. Ontario, Canada: A lovely, rich, full-bodied red with notes of black plums and mocha. Lots of layered flavour on the palate. Finishes rich yet dry. This wine would be great with a juicy steak. Drink: 2010-2012. 530576 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 11, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Jackson-Triggs Proprietor's Select Merlot, Ontario, Canada: Savoury on the nose and palate with wild tart blackberry notes. Juicy, racy acidity to pair well with tangy tomato sauces. Nice price. Drink: 2015-2017. 383711 12.50% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 86/100. June 9, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Tenuta Di Castiglioni 2012, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: This robust Italian red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese grapes is a towering blockbuster. It could use some more cellar time given its concentration and power. Layers of smoky black fruit and dark spice. Decant 2 hours and pair with a juicy rare steak. Drink: 2016-2021. 145920 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 20, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Sonoma County, California, United States: Full-bodied with firm tannins and attractive aromas of cassis and black currant on the nose and palate. Could use some additional cellar time. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2016-2019. 292151 14% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 89/100. October 26, 2015 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Sledgehammer Zinfandel 2013, California, United States: Blackberry jam with campfire smoke. Full-bodied and smooth. Luscious and jammy great. Pair with barbecued spare ribs or spicy chicken wings. Drink: 2013-2019. 230466 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Sledgehammer Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, California, United States: Plush and Californian Cabernet with aromatic notes of fleshy ripe black plums. Pair with spare rib.s Drink: 2014-2019. 238733 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 87/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Chateau St. Jean Pinot Noir 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: A lovely, seductive Californian Pinot Noir with aromas of black cherry and dark spice. Supple and medium-bodied and velvet smooth. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2014-2019. 308221 13.80% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 5, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery H3 Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Washington, United States: This Washington state Cabernet yields only 3 tons per acre as compared to the entry level Columbia Crest wines at 4.5 tons per acre. That means that the H3 line has more power and concentration, yet also great finesse. Columbia Crest owns this label: the winery is the oldest in Washington state and first planted grapes in 1978. This wine features notes of black cherry and spice. Firm structure. Decant 102 hours. Pair with beef tenderloin. Drink: 2015-2020. 210047 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. January 8, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review