Crios Susana Balbo Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Tasty and full-bodied Argentine red wine with black fruit and toasty smoke aromas. Supple and smooth. Winemaker Susana Balbo is one of the most respected names in the Argentine wine industry. This particular Malbec has a great finish. Pair with lamb chops. Great price. Drink: 2014-2018. 538784 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. November 12, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Strapper Gsm Named Varietal Blends-Red 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This is an incredible robust red wine for the price! Full-bodied, lusciously rich and deep with a terrific long finish. Aromas of fleshy sweet dark fruit, a hint of pepper and savoury goodness. Mouth-watering and delicious. terrific with grilled pork shops, beef or lamb with rosemary. The Grenache in the blend gives this wine an extra richness, while the Mataro lends rustic tannins and the Shiraz, fleshy fruit. It's a terrific combo! Drink: 2013-2020. 295873 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 94/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Malivoire Wine Company Gamay 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: Vibrant, electric and alive in the glass: this characterful, medium-bodied red wine shows just why Gamay could be the best red wine for Niagara. Luscious red fruits and a wonder texture. Pair with roast turkey. Drink: 2014-2018. 591313 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Diabolica 2012, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada: This blend of grapes is sourced from Oliver and Osoyoos vineyards. Loaded with sweet cherry-berry flavours. Full-bodied and supple. This is a red wine blend of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Shiraz grapes with a splash of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes. Finishes with cherry, red licorice and boysenberry. Drink: 2014-2018. 373001 13% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. May 14, 2015 Full Review

Featherstone Winery Black Sheep Riesling 2014, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Featherstone's Black Sheep Riesling stands shoulder to shoulder (ear to ear) with the best of Niagara Rieslings. This is one of my favourite Niagara Rieslings: delightful every vintage. The 2014 vintage is no exceptional with lovely bright notes of lime blossom, lemon zest and flint. Pair with fresh seafood and vegetarian dishes. This Ontario white wine offers great refreshment in the glass. Featherstone's Black Sheep Riesling stands shoulder to shoulder (ear to ear) with the best of Niagara Rieslings. Mouth-watering juiciness with vibrant notes of tropical tree fruit. Off-dry and ready from a range of dishes from glazed ham to chutney. Drink: 2014-2019. 80234 10% M 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Thirty Bench Riesling 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: Soft with white florals, lovely aperitif. Spring mountain wet stone on the finish. Pair with fresh water fish. Drink: 2014-2018. 24133 11% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. February 20, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Montes Limited Selection Pinot Noir 2012, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Juicy fleshy ripe cherry berry aromas and flavours on this delicious medium-bodied Chilean Pinot Noir. Amazingly great price. Drink: 2013-2017. 37937 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. May 30, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Arboleda Eduardo Chadwick Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A full-bodied Chilean red wine made from the classic grape Cabernet Sauvignon in the Aconcagua Valley. This wine offers enticing aromas of blackcurrant cassis along with toasty oak. There's a grip on the palate, so decant one hour and enjoy with a rare steak. Drink: 2015-2018. 208859 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 3, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Peyre Blanche Cairanne 2013, Côtes Du Rhône-Villages A.C., France: An amazing wine for the money! This robust French red offers fleshy black cherry, anise, smoke and dark spices. Pair it with roast beef. Drink: 2015-2019. 650960 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. September 19, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Chimères Domaine Lafage 2013, Côtes du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.P., France: Love the incredible range of styles that the Rhone region produces, like this intriguing red wine blend. Full-bodied and deeply savoury. Wow, so different: love it! Violets, black plum, deep dive black raspberry into a heart of welling darkness and satisfaction. Platonic ideal of concentration and depth with a long, sensuous finish that leaves you bathed in flavour satisfaction. Pair with hearty meat dishes and deep conversations. Produced by Domaine Lafage, this robust Rhone red wine from 2013 vintage of this Cotes du Roussillon Chimeres is a blend of mostly Grenache and Syrah grapes, with a splash of Carignan. The wine undergoes an extended cold-soak that's not in stainless steel tanks, then fermentation in 500 litre barrels. The vineyards are located close to the village of Maury in the Rhone Valley. Drink: 2015-2019. 119354 15% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 3, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

E. Guigal 2011, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: Robust, black and brooding southern French red wine, with incredible concentration and depth. Toasty oak and lots of rich, tarry notes. Needs cellar time and decant 2 hours. Classic Old World styling, balance and finesse. Finishes with black olive, anise, and dried herbs. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2014-2019. 413252 13% XD 375 mL  $10.95 Score: 92/100. May 16, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Domaine Lafage Chimères 2012, Côtes du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.P., France: Love the incredible range of styles that the Rhone region produces, like this intriguing red wine blend. Full-bodied and deeply savoury. Wow, so different: love it! Violets, black plum, deep dive black raspberry into a heart of welling darkness and satisfaction. Platonic ideal of concentration and depth with a long, sensuous finish that leaves you bathed in flavour satisfaction. Pair with hearty meat dishes and deep conversations. Produced by Domaine Lafage, this robust Rhone red wine from 2012 vintage of this Cotes du Roussillon Chimeres is a blend of mostly Grenache and Syrah grapes, with a splash of Carignan. The wine undergoes an extended cold-soak that's not in stainless steel tanks, then fermentation in 500 litre barrels. The vineyards are located close to the village of Maury in the Rhone Valley. Drink: 2013-2019. 119354 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. March 7, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Les Vignes Bila-Haut Chapoutier 2013, Côtes Du Roussillon Villages, Midi A.C., France: Staggeringly great value in this full-bodied French red wine from the Rhone Valley that's a blend of Carignan, Grenache and Syrah grapes. This AC-designated wine features brooding black fruit, dark spices and intrigue. What a great price for such quality, especially from such an iconic winemaker as Chapoutier. Try it tonight with pepperoni pizza or meat lasagna. Drink: 2014-2018. 168716 14% D 750 mL  $15.45 Score: 91/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Chimères Syrah Blend 2006, A.C., Côtes du Roussillon-Villages, Midi, France: A superb effort from this producer: it has all the elements of greatness… balance, finesse, fruit extraction, length. Rock your world with this rich red. Lifted aromas of brambleberry, garrigue, black cherry, dark spices and hickory smoke. Full-bodied and gorgeously textured. 119354 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 11, 2009 Full Review

Chanson Pere & Fils Pinot Noir 2007, Burgundy, France: Juicy, mouth-watering cherries with a sexy, supple texture. I bought a case of this because I loved it. It's not cheap but it's a steal for Burgundy. 50575 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. March 2, 2010 Full Review

Perrin & Fils Peyre Blanche Cairanne 2007, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Spectacularly dense and flavourful without being heavy. Lovely balance in this full-bodied, juicy wonder. Packed with aromas black plums, berries and black cherry liqueur. Fantastic price! Drink: 2010-2016. 650960 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. September 4, 2010 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine De Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem M. Chapoutier 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages Latour De France, Midi, France: Rich, velvet fleshy black raspberries loll over your tongue and release their juicy flavour as you move the wine around in your mouth. Full-bodied and pleasurable. Close your eyes. Drink: 2012-2018. 643239 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. September 29, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine des Deux Vallees Savennieres 2010, Loire, France Drink: 2013-2015. 326868 14% D 750 mL  $16.75. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Roux Père & Fils La Moutonnière Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2012, Burgundy A.C., France: Love the rose petal and cherry nose on the pinot noir! Some fresh turned earth after spring rain too. On the palate, there's lots of acidity and mouth-watering juicy action for food with much tarter cherry notes. Medium-bodied, smooth with a good finish. Decent price for Burgundy. Drink: 2014-2018. 365064 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. March 1, 2014 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

La Pieve Barolo 2009, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: This full-bodied red wine offers enticing aromas of dark fruit, tar, toasty and spice. Barolo wines are rarely priced this affordably, so give this this Piedmont, Nebbiolo-based grape wine a try. The tannins are firm and there will be plenty of fruit here to bring balance. A real gripper but I like it! Big, black with a tarry streak through the middle. Black cherry resistance and some dark spices. Perfect for black magic nights. Drink: 2014-2018. 213132 15% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. January 4, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Speri Pigaro Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Attractive dark cherry nose with a hint of smoke. Full-bodied and supple and lip-smacking delicious Italian red wine. Try it with combination pizza or spicy sausages. Nice finish. The Speri Family has been making wine for more than 150 years with the fifth generation of the family now at the helm. Remarkably, they use only their own grapes. The 2012 vintage has a satisfying long finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 205286 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. February 21, 2015 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Gooseberry goodness on the nose of this zesty New Zealand wine made from the country's iconic white grape Sauvignon Blanc. This is a gusher of mouth-watering acidity on the palate: perfect for fresh seafood. Herbal and bright. Medium-bodied. Drink: 2015-2017. 224428 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 3, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Momo Pinot Gris 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: This spritely organic wine makes my mouth water just smelling it! Lovely white peach and melon with mouth-watering acidity for food. Very refreshing as an aperitif or companion to many dishes from seafood to salads. Classic aromas and flavours here for a cool climate region. Some toasted almond on the finish. Great wine for potluck gatherings and barbecues -- think grilled veggies and portobello mushrooms. Yum! Momo is the second label of New Zealand's Seresin Estate, and the quality shows in the glass of this zesty, organic Pinot Gris. A fresh finish with terrific food versatility. Drink: 2014-2017. 163535 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. July 25, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Rotllán Torra Vina D'alta Qualitat 2010, Priorat D.O.C., Spain: This Spanish Crianza is savoury and juicy with great complexity and depth. Smooth and full-bodied with lusciously ripe and fleshy dark berries. If you haven't tried many wines from the Priorat region of Spain, this is a great place to start. This wine needs no coaxing out of the glass. decant for 1-2 hours. This full-bodied red wine pairs well with steak. Drink: 2013-2018. 267989 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. February 21, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Pétalos Mencia 2007, D.O., Bierzo, Spain: A gorgeous wine that’s got it all: tasty, satisfying fruit, terrific structure, balance and length on the finish. Made 100% from the Mencia grape grown on vines that are 40 to 90 years old. Lovely aromas of blackberries, violets, bacon fat, hickory smoke. Silky, seductive, wonderful. 446484 15% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 93/100. October 24, 2009 Favorite Red Wine. Full Review

Barón de Ley Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2001, Rioja, DOC, Spain: This is a remarkable wine -- please save me some as I intend to get a couple of cases. Matures aromas of leather, cigar box, dried herbs and black plums. It's rare to get a mature wine like this on a release, snap it up but not too much. Drink: 2012-2022. 642496 13% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 94/100. December 3, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Beringer Stone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, California, United States  606798 13%  750 mL  $13.95. July 25, 2008 Full Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling 2013, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Wet stone after a spring rain plus lemon zest and lime refreshment. Love this zingy Washington state white wine made form classic Riesling grapes. Fantastic value. Pair with fresh Dover sole in melted butter. Drink: 2014-2018. 685651 11.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. August 8, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

La Crema Pinot Noir 2013, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Fleshy cherry and dark spice with a long, naughty finish on this California Pinot Noir. Medium-bodied and satin smooth like lingerie. A supple red wine with cherry-berry mouth-filling wonder and flavours. Just enough oak for hedonists. Layered yet not heavy. This pinot has been one of my favourites for years. Satin seduction in a glass. This wine is actually made by a Canadian, the Niagara Falls native Elizabeth Grant-Douglas who as a child helped her father with his backyard vineyard. She then became a member of the first graduating class of Brock University's Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture program. Pair with roasted turkey or chicken. Drink: 2015-2018. 732040 13.90% XD 375 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. March 19, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review