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Catena Paraje Altamira Malbec 2016, Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina Drink: 2019-2024. 492413 13.20% D 750 mL  $22.95. May 25, 2019 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Los Haroldos Reserva Malbec 2015, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Love this expressive, medium-plus-bodied Malbec at a great price. Dark ruby in the glass with fragrant blue florals on the nose, rich black plum, black cherry, blueberry, meaty and smoky flavours on the palate. Enjoy now and for the next five years. Pair with bison burgers. Drink: 2019-2025. 646612 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 87/100. November 26, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
[yellow tail] Moscato, Australia: Lovely floral and apple blossom notes on this off-dry, slightly spritzy Moscato. Perfect as a chilled aperitif or pair with grilled seafood or fresh strawberries. Drink: 2016-2018. 443713 7.50% M 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 88/100. February 7, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review
Henry of Pelham Winery Old Vines Baco Noir 2014, Niagara, Ontario VQA, Canada: Wow! This knocked my socks off. The vines for this Baco Noir were planted in the early 1980s, and yield incredibly concentrated and complex flavours in this wine. Dark, fleshy ripe, mouth-watering black plum and blackberry. This is your ultimate barbecue wine. Drink: 2016-2022. 459966 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. June 5, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review
Quinta Do Encontro Preto Branco Reserva 2013, Bairrada D.O., Portugal: Dark chocolate, mocha and espresso on the nose followed by fleshy ripe blackberries on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2015-2019. 452755 14% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 87/100. July 9, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Cathedral Cellar Kwv Triptych Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: This WO-designated wine is smooth, smoky and delicious with full-bodied layers of fleshy black plums. Amazingly great price for the quality. This wine is a blend that leads with cabernet sauvignon, but also includes shiraz and merlot grapes. Just enough toasty oak aging to bring this whole delicious package together. Good finish. Try it tonight with meat lovers pizza. Drink: 2016-2019. 53124 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. December 7, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review
Ravenswood Vintners Blend Old Vine Zinfandel 2015, California, United States: A gorgeous California Zin, with a velvet-tongued texture. This full-bodied Californian red wine is so supple. Perfect for grilled meats with its black cherry flavours and hickory smoke on the finish. Drink: 2015-2020. 359257 14% D 750 mL  $18.20 Score: 91/100. May 22, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review
Seven Deadly Zins Zinfandel 2011, Lodi, California, United States: A smoky, campfire wine for telling stories under the stars. Big sky wine. Full-bodied with black fruit and toasty oak. Produced by Michael David Winery from old vine zinfandel from seven of Lodi's best producers who have given their souls to produce this wine. Don't ask. Don't tell. Just drink. Drink: 2013-2017. 59311 15% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. July 16, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

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