Katnook Founder's Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Mint-menthol with sweet fleshy blackberry and purple plums. Full-bodied, supple and juicy. Finishes with spice and bumbleberry pie. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2022. 660332 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Baco Noir 2015, Niagara, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Simply stunning. There's nothing like it. Words fail. Full-bodied, juicy, smooth, complex and concentrated with fleshy ripe black plum and savoury meaty notes. Pair with more of the same wine. Forget food. Drink: 2016-2021. 461699 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Black Hills Estate Winery Nota Bene 2013, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A remarkably well-made BC red wine from one of the province's top producers. Full-bodied, yet elegance and balanced with a long finish. Aromas of cassis, black currant and dark spice. This is a proprietary Meritage blend that includes Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2020. 959220 13.70% XD 750 mL  $60.00 Score: 92/100. September 18, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Charles Smith Chateau Smith Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States Drink: 2016-2020. 280107 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95. December 30, 2016 Full Review