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Two Hands Wines Bella's Garden Shiraz 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied, deeply concentrated Australian Shiraz with attractive aromas of black plum and blackberry. Mouth-filling and delicious. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2016-2020. 636407 15.80% D 750 mL  $65.95 Score: 92/100. June 24, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review
The Lane Vineyard Block 14 Shiraz 2013, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: The grapes for this robust Australian red wine were basket pressed, and the wine itself was aged in new and second-use French oak barrels. Classic Shiraz with aromas of purple and black fleshy plums and spice. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2016-2022. 470591 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. December 30, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review
Mission Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: An august, complex BC Cabernet with a seductive nose of fleshy blackberry and cassis. This red wine draws you in head first to the glass, and all your senses quickly follow. Love the layering and complexity on the mid-palate followed by a long finish. Decant 1 hour and enjoy with a pepper steak. Drink: 2016-2022. 553321 14.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 91/100. July 7, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Union Wine Forté 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Taste-wise this is a cross between tawny port and a nutty sherry -- lovely dessert wine! Aromas and flavours of toffee, dry caramel and toasted nuts. Try it with hard cheeses and nuts. Drink: 2016-2022. 361758 18% S 500 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. December 17, 2022 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review
Joseph Drouhin Mâcon-Bussières Les Clos 2014, Burgundy A.C., France: The opulent 2014 vintage of the Burgundian red wine Mâcon-Bussières Les Clos is made from the glorious Pinot Noir grape. Aromas of cherry and spice with earth and smoke. Racy acidity for seafood and roast chicken or turkey. Medium-bodied and smooth. Excellent value. Drink: 2016-2019. 470401 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. December 30, 2016 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Ruffino Prosecco, Tuscany, Italy: A fresh, crisp, vibrant Italian sparkling wine with attractive aromas of freshly cut lemon and lime. This Prosecco makes for a wonderful aperitif or pair it with seafood, shellfish and friend chicken. Drink: 2016-2019. 467811 13.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. January 8, 2017 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review
Carpenè Malvolti Cuvée Brut Conegliano Prosecco Valdobbiadene Superiore, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Terrific toasty, rich, dry bubbly at a steal of a deal price. Goodness, stock up for your next party or all of the weddings in your future. Drink: 2017-2024. 727438 12% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review
Santa Margherita Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: White melon and white peach aromas and flavours on this crisp Italian sparkling wine, with good acidity and yet also a creamy softness. Pair with soft cheeses. Drink: 2022-2024. 687582 11.50% MD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. September 9, 2022 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: So fresh and lively! This is a wonderful New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc that bursts from the glass with gooseberry, lime, lemongrass and chives. Pair with vegetarian dishes, seafood, shellfish and mild to medium curries and spices. Drink: 2015-2017. 308288 13% D 750 mL  $19.05 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Marlborough, New Zealand: Crisp, clean and refreshing New Zealand Sauvigon Blanc with aromas of fresh cut grass, lime and lemon zest. Pair with fresh seafood and vegetarian dishes, including spinach quiche. Drink: 2016-2018. 35386 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 14, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review
Faustino I Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2004, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Mature with tanned leather and Old World finesse. Gorgeous dry fruit and herbs, earth, dust and time gone by aromas. Finishes with longing and regret (for another glass). Pair with lamb. Drink: 2016-2019. 976662 13.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 92/100. October 6, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

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