Mr. Black's Little Book 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia  9331589010304 . March 1, 2012 Full Review

Hardys Bankside Shiraz 2011, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied red wine with attractive aromas of black plums and some mint. Mouth-filling and delicious. Great with rare steak. Drink: 2013-2015. 333948 14% XD 750 mL  $14.65 Score: 87/100. October 17, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Jim Barry Wines The Cover Drive Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Juicy, full-bodied and delicious! Fleshy ripe blackberry and black cherries lead on the nose of this robust red wine. Good layering and complexity. This is classic cool-climate Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon offering dark spice and racy acidity on the finish with deep and satisfying hint of mint refreshment. Cabernet Sauvignon thrives in Coonawarra with its limestone soils, cooling ocean winds and warm days. Straight-up pleasure! Try it with a juicy steak tonight. Drink: 2013-2018. 677476 13.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 92/100. October 15, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Stone Dwellers Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Strathbogie Ranges, Australia: Baked, roasted black fruit on the nose and palate with dried herbs, oak, smoke and dried fruit on the palate. Grippy tannins and full-bodied weight. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2014-2017. 212761 14% D 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 87/100. October 26, 2015 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Heartland Spice Trader Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: Solid value here with a full-bodied Australian red wine made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Aromas of blackberry and dark spice. Nicely done. Pair with rare meats. Drink: 2014-2017. 429241 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. December 3, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Heartland Stickleback Red 2013, South Australia, Australia: This Ben Glaetzer wine delivers amazing quality and taste for the money. Redolent of big black plums and lots of mouth-watering acidity on the palate. Great wine for hearty meat dishes. Finishes with black pepper and smoke. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2017. 116574 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 87/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

3 Rings Shiraz 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: The high alcohol is evident with the heat on the palate of this rich, full-bodied Australian Shiraz. Attractive aromas and flavours of fleshy ripe black plum and blackberry liqueur with toasty oak. Drink: 2014-2019. 15495 15.20% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. July 9, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Strapper GSM Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2013, Barossa Valley, Australia: A juicy, delicious, full-bodied Australian red wine blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (aka Mouvedre) grapes. Consistently great year after year. Perfect for barbecued meats. Drink: 2016-2021. 295873 14.10% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 3, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Jim Barry The Lodge Hill Shiraz 2013, South Australia, Australia: A top-notch shiraz with aromas of fleshy blackberry and mint. Juicy, smooth and full-bodied. Very tasty. Perfect for hamburgers, pizza and steak. The grapes for this wine are grown in vineyards at an elevation of 480 metres above sea level which imparts great elegance and balance to this full-bodied red wine. Elegance meets decadence in the glass. Drink: 2015-2019. 998476 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Stone Dwellers Shiraz 2013, Strathbogie Ranges, Victoria, Australia: A strong acidic attack on the front and mid palate. Smoky with loads of toasty oak and chary black fruit. Heart of blackness with a mint lining. Fleshy black plums, blackberries and dark spices on this robust Australian red wine from Fowles winery. Luscious layers of flavour and complexity. Full-bodied with a long spicy satisfying finish. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2013-2018. 265967 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 87/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

The Black Chook Shiraz 2011, Mclaren Vale, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: Aromas of blackberry preserves, blackcurrant jam lusciousness with some mint. Layers and layers and layers of pleasure. Eyes closed kinda wine. Some violets and cedar on this finish. Highly recommended. Loaded with fleshy ripe dark berries and vanilla spice from toasty oak aging. Good mouth-watering acidity on the palate leads to a clean finish. Pair with a juicy steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 66738 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. February 8, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Scarlet Ladybird Rosé 2015, Fleurieu Peninsula, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied Australian rose with lots of acidity. Raspberry aromas and lots of spice. Pair with cold cuts. Drink: 2015-2017. 408476 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. April 30, 2016 Best Value Rosé. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Paxton Aaa Shiraz Grenache 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Succulent black fruit, including plums and blackberries. Lots of oak. Full-bodied. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2019. 149898 14% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. June 25, 2016 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Baron Von Nemesis Shiraz 2013, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Fantastic for the price! Full-bodied and juicy with layers of mouth-watering flavours: blackberry pie and black plums. Smooth and terrific. Loaded with toasty oak. Dark purple hue with accented highlights of lavender around the edges. Aromas of black cherry, cassis and dried herbs on the finish. Great party wine. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2016-2020. 212936 14.50% XD 750 mL  $23.25 Score: 90/100. June 11, 2016 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book Shiraz 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: I love a little black book reading with a sympathetic robust red wine that has a big vocabulary when it comes to aromas and flavours, like this one! Rich and full-bodied with fleshy ripe blackberry, mint and black olive aromas on the nose. Layers and smooth, with polished tannins and a long finish. Terrific mouth-watering juiciness. You put on the jazz music and I'll pour the wine, deal? Drink: 2014-2020. 287979 15% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. February 7, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

13th Street Winery Pink Palette Rosé 2015, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A robust Niagara rosé with aromas of rhubarb and cranberry on the nose that follow through on the dry, mouth-watering palate. Good acidity for food. Finishes with pink grapefruit and clementine. Pair this wine with lightly spiced or curried dishes. Drink: 2015-2017. 275834 12% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. June 25, 2016 Best Value Rosé. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Lighthall Progression Sparkling Wine 2014, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2015-2016. 468090 12% D 750 mL  $20.00. September 3, 2016 Full Review

Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery Sparkling & Sassy Sparkling Riesling 2011, Niagara, Ontario VQA, Canada  344622 11% D 750 mL  $27.95. January 1, 2013 Full Review

Pierre Sparr Brut Crémant D'alsace, Alsace A.C., France: Terrific high quality and unbelievable for the price. Toasty, creamy, crisp and refreshing. just buy multiple cases now for your celebrations. Drink: 2014-2017. 416040 12.50% D 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 91/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Terres De Saint-Louis Rosé 2011, Provence, France: Pretty and light with enticing notes of field strawberries. Good mouth-watering acidity for food. Drink: 2011-2013. 234575 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. June 22, 2012 Best Value Rosé Wine. Full Review

Pierre Sparr Le Clos Sainte Odile Brut Crémant D'alsace, Alsace A.C., France: Crisp, fresh and dry with notes of lemon zest freshness. Perfect aperitif or companion to shellfish. Drink: 2016-2019. 457788 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. July 9, 2016 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine Allimant-Laugner Brut Crémant d'Alsace, Alsace A.C., France: A crisp, fresh, toasty well-priced Alsatian sparkling wine with a gentle, persistent mousse that caresses the palate. Absolutely elegant. Drink: 2022-2024. 30593 12.50% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. October 8, 2022 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Pierre Sparr Brut Rosé Crémant D'alsace, Alsace A.C., France: Superb quality and taste for the price of this French rosé sparkling wine! Toasty with some field raspberry notes. Bone-dry and refreshing. Here's your summer party rosé bubbly. Bring it on! A terrific producer and well-known in Alsace and around the world. Pair with grilled fish. Drink: 2022-2024. 39016 12% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 10, 2022 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Saint Clair Family Estate Premium Pinot Gris Rosé 2015, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Strawberry florals and spice. Pretty, light-bodied, well-balanced and refreshing. Made from Pinot Gris grapes. Paired with grilled fish and field greens. Drink: 2016-2017. 451740 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. June 9, 2016 Best Value Rosé Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Villa Maria Estate Private Bin Rose 2015, Marlborough, New Zealand: Pretty aromas of field strawberries tickle the nose and senses on this vibrant New Zealand rose. It's dry and delicate yet refreshing. It finishes with a touch of spice and sun-dappled berries. Pair with planked salmon. Serve chilled. Drink: 2015-2017. 234377 12.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 30, 2016 Best Value Rosé Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

The Bean Coffee Pinotage 2014, Western Cape, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Totally coffee-espresso on the nose and palate of this pinotage, and unapologetically so. Weirdly wonderful: end your day with the alcoholic version of your morning coffee. Full-bodied and smooth red wine with some black fruit flavours as well. The coffee-style pinotage has become popular among South African winemakers. Produced by Mooiplaas Wines, this red wine is robust, rugged and full of character. Try it with gourmet hamburgers or meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2015-2017. 251165 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 3, 2015 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Man Vintners Skaapveld Shiraz 2014, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: This easy-drinking Shiraz has soft tannins with plum and spice flavours. A splash of viognier lends a mid-palate lift. A serviceable red wine for the money. Smoky with loads of toasty oak and black charred fruit. Pair with gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2016-2020. 71332 14% D 750 mL  $14.75 Score: 87/100. September 3, 2016 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ontañón Crianza Tempranillo Garnacha 2010, Rioja, D.O.C.A., Spain: Grilled meat aromas and savory notes of bacon and blackberries wrapped in smoke on the nose and palate. Full-bodied and rich with mocha and vanilla-spice on the finish. Tannic grip so decant 1-2 hours. Some leather and cigar box give this wine an intriguingly mature bouquet. Amazing for the price. Try this Spanish red wine rock star. Drink: 2013-2017. 976910 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 10, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Tres Picos Garnacha 2012, Spain    $19.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Terra D'uro Finca La Rana Toro 2011, Toro D.O., Spain: Although the alcohol is high, this is a medium-bodied red wine with juicy acidity and lots of tart black cherry. Perfect for tomato sauce. Drink: 2012-2018. 424135 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. January 31, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Cloudline Pinot Gris 2014, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Crisp, fresh and zesty Oregon Pinot Gris. This is Oregon's iconic white wine grape. Great balancing acidity for seafood or shellfish. Drink: 2014-2018. 159988 13% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. April 30, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Charles Smith Rosé 2015, Washington, United States Drink: 2015-2017. 468652 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95. September 3, 2016 Full Review

Buried Cane Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Loads of sweet chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging. Fleshy sweet berries. Full-bodied. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2016-2020. 402081 13.80% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 87/100. May 27, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

District 7 Pinot Noir Rosé 2015, Monterey, California, United States: A lovely aromatic cherry blossom Californian Rosé. Refreshing and mouth-watering. Serve as a chilled aperitif or companion to planked salmon. Drink: 2015-2017. 447201 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. June 9, 2016 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review