Tommasi Classico Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2009, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Smoky and dark yet elegant. Brooding black fruit on the nose. Underneath and on the palate there's a sensual layer of black fleshy ripe fruit and dark spices. Oh yes! Classic Amarone with some violets and black cherry liqueur on the finish. Best consumed with hearty meat dishes and conversation. Drink: 2011-2019. 356220 15% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 94/100. June 8, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Castelgiocondo Frescobaldi Brunello di Montalcino 2009, Tuscany DOCG, Italy: Savoury and delicious with great complexity, concentration and depth. Aromas of tanned leather, cigar box, violets and wild truffles. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2016-2025. 650432 14% XD 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 93/100. February 1, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Torre De Oña Reserva 2009, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Supple, smooth and full-bodied Spanish red wine but not heavy: very balanced. Aromas of violets, smoke and blackberry. Drink: 2014-2019. 397117 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. January 24, 2015 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review