Laughing Stock Blind Trust Red 2012, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia Bc V.Q.A., Canada: While I have enjoyed this BC red wine in the past, the 2012 vintage is disappointing. Short, unripe and almost stemmy in character. This Okanagan blend of Bordeaux grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, has received some of my highest scores in previous vintages, but sadly not this one. Do the math: this price-quality ration doesn't compute. Pair with under-performing stocks and over-priced bonds. Drink: 2014-2019. 230110 14% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 84/100. December 6, 2014 Full Review

#Chablis Montee Tonnerre 96 Louis Michel 2013, Burgundy, France  933499 13% XD 750 mL  $57.00. January 1, 2011 Full Review

Perrin & Fils #81 Chateauneuf Du Pape Rd Beaucastel (Perrin 1981, Rhone, France  4747 14.50%  750 mL  $130.00. January 1, 2011 Full Review

Les Darons 2017, Languedoc, Midi, A.P., France: A medium-plus-bodied red blend of 75% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 5% Carignan sourced from 40 plus year old vines from vineyards in the Languedoc. Fantastic value under $17. Look for ripe dark cherry, dried strawberry, dried tobacco, leather and pepper spice on the palate. Lovely and savoury. Drink: 2019-2024. 448464 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Fouquet Vouvray Cuvee Silex 2018, Loire, France  15615 13.50% D 750 mL  $20.00. January 1, 2020 Full Review

Presidente Vieilles Vignes Cairanne 2018, Cairanne, Rhône A.P., France: From the Rhône, Presidente Patrick Galant 2018 is a supple and vibrant blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah sourced from old vines. Enticing on the nose, smooth and lovely on the palate with ripe, lush red berry, anise and savoury herbs with a velvety, lingering finish. A great value Rhône red under $20. Pour with lamb chops from the grill. Drink: 2022-2024. 20641 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. February 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Thymiopoulos Young Vines Xinomavro 2018, Naoussa, Macedonia P.D.O., Greece: From Naoussa, Macedonia wine region, Thymiopoulos 2018 Xinomavro is an unfiltered red wine produced from younger Xinomavro vines (around 15 years of age). Easy-to-enjoy, unoaked with rose petal, fresh cherry, ripe strawberry, anise and fine herbs on the palate. Lightly chill and enjoy with grilled lamb dishes. Drink: 2021-2021. 466474 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. September 3, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Nardelli Negroamaro Primitivo 2018, Puglia I.G.P., Italy Drink: 2021-2024. 19285 14% M 750 mL  $15.95. September 30, 2021 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Brigaldara Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2018, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Brigaldara 2018 Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a well-priced Ripasso under $22 from the Veneto D.O.C. Rich ruby in the glass, fragrant with ripe dark raspberry, cherry, savoury herbs and dark chocolate flavours with vibrant red berry fruit finish. Elegant and poised. Drink: 2022-2023. 16090 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. February 4, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ruffino Il Ducale 2015, Tuscany IGT, Italy: A full-bodied, lip-smacking tasty Italian red wine blend of Sangiovese (55%), Merlot (20%) and Syrah (25%) grapes. This Tuscan red wine offers great aromas of tart dark cherry and earth with some smoke. Lots of racy acidity for tomato sauce, lasagna and spicy sausages. Smooth and full-bodied. Drink: 2016-2022. 27797 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. December 7, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Domaine des Tourelles 2016, Bekaa Valley, Lebanon Drink: 2021-2022. 582155 14.90% D 750 mL  $21.95. September 3, 2021 Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Ironstone Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Lodi, California, United States: Campfire and hickory smoke from generous oak aging. Full-bodied and supple. Pair with grilled meats. Love this Cabernet Sauvignon from the Lodi wine region. Ironstone has consistency in their vintages and over delivers on their Cabernet Sauvignon. What a crown pleaser and a steel at this price. Drink: 2017-2022. 537597 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. July 21, 2018 Glorious Game Wine Full Review

La Crema Chardonnay 2016, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Superb! Classic Californian Chardonnay with toast, oak and green apple on the nose. Full-bodied, and generously layered. Generous flavours of pear and peach on the palate with a long, dry finish and a hint of wild white flowers. Sonoma Coast vineyards enjoy a long, cool growing season due to the moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean, and its fogs and winds that blow inland. This is perfect for slowly ripening grapes to develop complex flavours and nuances without lots of sugar that translates to heavy alcohol. Perfect for roast chicken or mild curries. Drink: 2018-2021. 962886 13.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 91/100. April 14, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review