Benmarco Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2013, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust and vibrant red wine that offers lots of pleasure in every glass. Coffee, mocha and espresso on a black fruit layers of full-bodied goodness. Smoky to the finish. Unfined and unfiltered before bottling and produced by Dominio del Plata. Try it with hamburgers or meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2014-2016. 657601 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Viña Cobos Felino Malbec 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: The Malbec grapes for this elegant red wine are selected from several mountain vineyards in the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyon districts of the Mendoza wine region that are planted at altitudes of 2,300 and 3,800 feet above sea level. The cool nights high on the mountainside where the vines for this wine are planted provide a lively, vibrant balance for this full-bodied wine that is redolent of blackberry and black cherry. Terrific smoky finish with a lingering note of dried herbs. Finishes with attractive black fruit and minerality. Polished tannins. Pair with prime rib. This unfiltered Argentine red wine is produced by the renowned Californian winemaking consultant Paul Hobbs. Drink: 2016-2020. 118067 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. January 27, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Trapiche Gran Medalla Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A wine for hedonists: layered, complex, juicy and sumptuous. Aromas of fleshy black plums and smoke. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2016-2021. 467977 14% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 95/100. April 26, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Trapiche Finca Las Palmas Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: Beautifully structured and balanced Argentine Cabernet with attractive aromas of cedar brush, cassis and black currant. Very classic in its styling and elegance. Perfect for filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2022. 143206 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Majella Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Black plums and cassis on the nose with violets and spice on the palate along with a mouth-filling richness. Full-bodied and intense with a mouth-watering juiciness for meat dishes. Drink: 2015-2022. 301531 14% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 92/100. July 8, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mollydooker Carnival Of Love Shiraz 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Liquid cigar in the best sense -- so smoky and great! Black fruit and dried herbs and pipe tobacco and cigar box. Pair with brontosaurus burgers. Drink: 2015-2022. 242743 13.50% XD 750 mL  $100.00 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Penfolds Bin 2 Shiraz Mourvèdre 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied Australian red wine blend of traditional Rhone varieties: Shiraz (about 90%) and Mourvèdre (about 10%) grapes with terrific structure and depth. Judicious use of oak wraps around blackberries and some dark spice notes. The wine was aged in second use American oak barrels. A pleasantly long, dry finish. Another classic red from Australia. Perfect for grilled meats: smooth yet robust. Finishes with dark fruits, pepper and spice. Pair with braised meats or stew. Drink: 2015-2025. 468629 14% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

The Black Chook Shiraz Viognier 2015, Mclaren Vale, 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: 2016-2022. 66738 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. August 5, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: The 2014 vintage of Bin 128 is terrific, but don't expect a fruit bomb. Terrific layering, depth and complexity with a long finish. This is what finesse and European styling with Australian sunshine power tastes like. Winemaker Peter Gago wins again. Lovely aromas of mint, cassis, blackcurrant and blackberry with just enough toasty warmth from the oak. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2016-2025. 509919 14.50% D 750 mL  $61.00 Score: 95/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

Dandelion Vineyards Lioness Shiraz 2014, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied, robust and rustic with full-throttle black fruit, smoke, oak and spice aromas. Polished tannins and a long finish. This single vineyard Australian red wine is made from the Shiraz grape. These winemakers see the devil in the weeds, allowing dandelions to grow among the vine as they suppress other weeds and provide nutritious mulch. The "wishing clocks" of white seed in the spring provide new life. The Shiraz grapes are sourced form a single vineyard in the foothills of the McLaren Vale. The vines are planted in ironstone pebble laden with clay loam, over ancient Kurrajong Formation geology of silica cemented conglomerate ideally suited to grow Shiraz. Bunches are hand-picked in mid-March and fermented together in open top fermenters with ambient yeast and hand plunging for 12 days before basket pressing and aging in mostly French oak barriques before bottling without fining. Decant 1 hour and pair with rare steak. Drink: 2016-2019. 357475 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

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

Best's Bin No. 1 Shiraz 2014, Great Western, Victoria, Australia: Blackberry and fleshy black plum aromas on the nose with some mint, and a savoury mouth-watering note on the palate. Full-bodied and generous. Supple and smooth. Grilled pork chops please! This wine is robust yet it also has terrific balance, the result of its cool-climate origins. This wine will go the distance. Drink: 2016-2021. 222323 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. August 19, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Brokenwood Maxwell Semillon 2009, Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: Semillon is a specialty of the Hunter Valley and of this wine producer in particular. This full-bodied white wine offers gorgeous aromas of lemon, lanolin, beeswax, baked bread and toast. Semillon develops complex and fascinating flavours and depth as it ages. Drink: 2015-2021. 371484 11.50% XD 750 mL  $50.00 Score: 95/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Jim Barry The Lodge Hill Riesling 2016, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Laser focused pure fruit zings across the senses and palate with this vibrant Australian Riesling. Come-alive cool-climate Riesling with crisp, silver lines of refreshment from start to finish. Love it! Petrol, lemon blossom, lime zest, mineral depth. Mouth-watering and dry. Supreme! Try it with creamy cheeses. Lots of acidity and minerality in this crisp white wine. Pair with spinach quiche and vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2017-2019. 262469 12% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Signature Cabernet Shiraz 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A spectacular blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon and 31% Shiraz. Classic aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and lush plums. A long, satisfying finish/ Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017-2022. 528356 14.50% XD 750 mL  $75.00 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Elderton Wines Shiraz 2012, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Black as pitch, with lots of toasty oak, smoke and tarry notes. Full-throttle Australia Shiraz in all its glory. I'm a big fan of Elderton wines, and this is one fine example of why. A lovely vein of blackberry liqueur supports this concentrated wonder. Perfect for film noir and blackened ribs. Drink: 2014-2021. 713024 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Two Hands Wines Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2015, South Australia, Australia: A warm alcoholic intake with fleshy ripe backed plums and blackberry pie. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 660043 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger 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

The Hedonist Shiraz 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Down Under intensity and concentration of flavour. Savory, meaty and juicy with luscious layers of black fruit. This is a big-boned wine, yet balanced. Love the replays of fleshy blackberries and plums across the palate. Signature McLaren Vale Shiraz with smoky, toasty oak and charred black plums in an attractive way. Drink: 2015-2020. 90191 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Winery Cuvée Catharine Carte Blanche Blancs De Blanc 2011, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A spectacular Niagara sparkling wine made from 100% Chardonnay grapes, thus the moniker blanc des blanc (white wine from white grapes). This bubbly won gold at the 2016 Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championships. No wonder. It's crisp, toasty and refreshing with gloriously fresh notes of green apple and white peach wrapped in a warm blanket of freshly baked bread and melting butter. Pair with shellfish, fried chicken and potato chips for maximum pleasure. Perfect holiday sparkling wine. Drink: 2014-2019. 315200 12.50% D 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 95/100. February 6, 2017 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Blue Mountain Gold Label Brut Sparkling Wine, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: This crisp and refreshing sparkling wine is a blend of about 60% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay and a splash of Pinot Gris grapes, and is designated BC VQA. It spent two years resting on its lees to give it richness and creaminess that challenges the best of N.V. Champagnes. A zesty, refreshing bubbly with vibrant green apple notes. Clean finish. Great price. It offers low alcohol but lots of taste and a persistent mousse. Pair with oysters and mussels. 206326 13% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. March 18, 2023 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Baco Noir 2014, Niagara, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Mocha and smoke on the nose: so seductive. Black cherry overdrive. Baco on turbo boosters, so love it! Smooth. Pair with more of the same wine. Drink: 2016-2021. 461699 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. July 22, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Inniskillin Montague Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013, Four Mile Creek, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely Niagara Pinot Noir with excellent balance and flavour. Aromas of fleshy ripe cherry and wild berries. Medium-bodied and silky smooth. A lovely expression of Niagara elegance. Pair with quail. Drink: 2015-2018. 997353 13% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Huff Estates Winery Reserve Pinot Noir 2014, Prince Edward County, Ontario VQA, Canada: A sumptuous, seductive Prince Edward County Pinot Noir with aromas of black cherry, raspberry and spice. Just bursting with aroma and flavour. Huff makes spectacular wines all round. The 2014 Pinot is 100% Pinot Noir grapes picked at 21.5 brix (ripeness/sugar level in the grapes). Production is only 480 cases. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2015-2021. 489708 12% D 750 mL  $35.00 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Henry of Pelham Winery Speck Family Reserve Pinot Noir 2012, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous Niagara Pinot Noir with a vibrancy on the nose and palate that's unforgettable. Wild cherry, earth and truffles. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2014-2023. 657874 13.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. February 6, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood 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

Santa Carolina Specialies Dry Farming Carignan 2012, Cauquenes Valley, Maule Valley, Chile: The Carignan grapes are dry farmed, which adds richness, depth and character to the wine. Dry farming means that the grapes are not irrigated and must rely on the rain water that nature provides, however little that is in dry climates like this one. It also has the effect of producing smaller grapes or berries with more concentrated flavours. Complex, dry and savoury Chilean red wine with gorgeously rich black fruit aromas and flavours. Pleasant tarry-tart black cranberry on the finish. Full-bodied with a velvet smooth texture Drink: 2014-2020. 213520 15% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Cono Sur 20 Barrels Limited Edition Pinot Noir 2014, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Luscious and full-bodied with terrific depth of flavour and length on the finish. This is New World style all the way: fleshy ripe black cherries dance across your palate and play with your senses. Fabulous dinner party or gift wine that will appeal to many people. Try it with grilled chicken or planked salmon tonight. Drink: 2015-2019. 957836 14% XD 750 mL  $34.30 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Château Sixtine Cuvee Du Vatican Chateauneuf-Du-Pape 2013, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: A blockbuster, big wine with cherry liqueur notes wrapped in smoke. Drink: 2017-2025. 740639 14% D 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

L'expression De Margaux 2012, Margaux, Bordeaux A.C., France: This wine is bottled at the coveted Bordeaux winery Chateau Rauzan in the renowned appellation of Margaux. Smooth and rich from a terrific vintage, the 2012. A remarkably terrific Bordeaux, especially at this price. Aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and wild blackberry. Dark spice on the finish. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2014-2021. 431734 12.50% XD 750 mL  $40.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Henriet-Bazin Carte D'or Brut Champagne 2009, Champagne A.C., France: A gorgeous, toasty, creamy Champagne with notes of green apple and freshly baked bread. Awesome price for such quality. This is a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay grapes. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2009-2019. 415596 12.50% XD 750 mL  $55.95 Score: 92/100. February 7, 2017 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Alain Jaume & Fils Clos De Sixte Lirac 2013, Rhone A.C., France: Beautifully concentrated with a core of hedonistic black cherry liqueur aromas and flavours running through it. Full-bodied, dry, complex and ultimately satisfying. Gutsy and muscular with a fair kick of dark fruit in its heart. Decant for 1 hour. Produced by Alain Jaume & Fils. Pair this beauty with lamb or steak. Drink: 2016-2019. 76349 14.50% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

La Chablisienne Grande Cuvée Chablis 2014, Burgundy A.C., France: So pretty! Juicy and mouth-watering with gorgeous lime-fresh acidity for shellfish and seafood. Green apple on the finish. Medium-bodied. Drink: 2017-2022. 685222 13% XD 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Clos Des Brusquières Châteauneuf-Du-Pape 2013, Rhône A.C., France: Plush, juicy and richly flavoured southern French red wine from the heart of the Rhone Valley in Châteauneuf-du-Pape where up to 13 grapes comprise the blend. Smooth with the pleasant bite of dark pepper. Pair with brontosaurus burgers. Drink: 2016-2025. 416289 14.50% XD 750 mL  $55.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Chateau St. Roch Vielles Vignes Syrah Grenache 2014, Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi A.P., France: Big, black and brooding: looking for a fight though not with your taste buds. This is a towering French red wine from the southern winemaking region of the country. Incredibly awesome price. Aromas of fleshy black fruit, tar, toasty oak and smoke. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2015-2022. 195107 1% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 92/100. June 24, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Gerard Bertrand Les Aspres Shiraz Grenache Mourvèdre 2013, Côtes Du Roussillon, Roussillon A.C., France: This red wine blend is more rustic than the winery's Saint Chinian, but still delivers terrific flavour and texture. The blend is 50% Syrah, 40% Mourvèdre and 10% Grenache. The vines grow in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains. Pair with rack of lamb. Drink: 2016-2018. 413245 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Maximin Grünhäuser Abtsberg Riesling Spätlese 2014, Mosel, Pradikätswein, Germany: A gorgeous sweet German Riesling with aromas of apricot and peach pie. Pair with fruit-based desserts. Drink: 2017-2023. 481374 8% M 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Paolo Conterno Riva Del Bric Barolo 2012, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: The 2012 vintage of the Italian red wine Barolo Riva del Bric underwent a short maceration period of 15 days during which the grapes soaked on their skins for colour and flavour. The Barolo Riva del Bric offers a great way to get familiar with this style of robust Italian red wine as it's very well-made. Dark fruit, violets, truffles and smoke. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2015-2023. 172783 14.50% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Giuseppe Campagnola Amarone Della Classico 2012, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Lots of dried tobacco leaves, cigar box, smoke and cherry liqueur on the nose and palate of this huge Italian red wine blend made from the famous Appasimento method of drying grapes on straw mats before fermentation to concentrate flavours and alcohol. Pair with strong cheeses and gentle men. Drink: 2015-2025. 204750 15% XD 750 mL  $43.95 Score: 92/100. February 18, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello Di Montalcino 2010, Tuscany, D.O.C.G., Italy: Great concentration and depth of flavour on the palate. This blockbuster is in serious need of cellar time. This full-bodied red wine features aromas of blackberry, black plums, smoky oak and tar. It's fairly smooth, though this will improve with aging. Decant for 1-2 hours when you open it. A powerful and classic Italian red wine. Pair with prime rib. Brunello Di Montalcino food pairings: pasta in meat sauce, spicy sausages, grilled meats, game. Drink: 2016-2025. 963371 13% XD 1500 mL  $113.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

San Marzano Vindoro Negroamaro 2012, Salento, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: This superb Italian red wine offers gorgeous black fruit aromas that slip up and out of the glass in between violet notes. Plush and luxurious with full-bodied goodness. Although it’s big, it’s still in balance. Wow. The Jonata Todos Red is a blend of 63% Syrah, 12% Sangiovese, 11% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and smaller amounts of Grenache, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017-2022. 473181 14.90% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 94/100. January 27, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Barone Montalto Collezione Di Famiglia Viognier 2015, Sicily I.G.T., Italy: Elegant and floral -- so pretty! If you love Torrontes, try this wine. Perfect for Asian fair and spices. The vines are planted o steep hillsides. Drink: 2015-2018. 435479 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Solengo 2012, Tuscany I.G.T, Italy: Wonderfully rich, aromatic wine with meaty aromas of black fruit, spice and oak. Drink: 2014-2022. 43398 13% XD 750 mL  $84.95 Score: 94/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Masi Costasera Riserva Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Lovely, rich and dark with toasty, smoky goodness. Black fruit and cigar box with some coffee notes. So delicious. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2020. 324137 15% D 750 mL  $84.95 Score: 95/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc 2015, 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  $23.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Spitfire Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: So creamy, rich and seductively complex. This is a more richly woven Sauvignon Blanc than the winery's entry-level version. There's a longer pungency and persistence of flavours. Very mouth-filling and luscious with surprising lift and vibrancy. Winemaker Anthony is after more ripe tropical fruit in this expression, such as passion fruit, melon, and guava. So vibrant and expressive with clean slate and white citrus on the finish. Pair with mussels, oysters and scallops. Drink: 2016-2019. 38240 12.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Cálem 10-Year-Old Tawny Port, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: A gorgeous tawny port with rich layers of caramel and toffee. Perfect for after dinner on its own or with crème brûlée. Drink: 2023-2026. 248542 20% S 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Warre's Vintage Port 1980, Douro, Portugal: A gorgeous black-violet hue in the glass. This classic vintage-dated port offers aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and dark spice. Long finish. Drink: 1995-2025. 747022 20% S 750 mL  $120.00 Score: 94/100. February 6, 2017 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Full Review

Rustenberg Wines Peter Barlow Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Stellenbosch, South Africa W.O., South Africa: A towering wine and massive structure supports fleshy ripe black fruit with great concentration: this full-bodied red wine features aromas and flavours of cassis, blackberry, blackcurrant. Classically styled, superbly crafted. Drink: 2013-2020. 425314 14.50% XD 750 mL  $50.00 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Alvear de Anada Pedro Ximenez 2014, Montilla-Moriles, Spain: A gorgeous, rich Sherry with a luxurious depth and mouth-filling texture. Aromas raisin flan and toasted nuts. Skip dessert and just have this. Drink: 2016-2025. 499152 16% S 375 mL  $24.95 Score: 95/100. February 6, 2017 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Full Review

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: A towering, blockbuster Californian red wine with huge aromas of cassis and blackberry and smoke. The grapes for this wine are the best from the Fay and SLV selections. This is an iron fist in a velvet glove: structure, balance yet supple and smooth. Pair with kobe beef. Drink: 2018-2026. 991919 14.50% D 750 mL  $845.00 Score: 95/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Beringer Luminus Chardonnay 2014, Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley, California, United States: A gorgeous Californian Chardonnay with classic aromas of butterscotch, green apple and toast. Full-bodied and layered. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2016-2022. 395699 14.30% XD 750 mL  $55.95 Score: 93/100. April 25, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Ravenswood Old Vine Zinfandel 2014, Napa Valley, California, United States: Juicy and succulent, yet there's complex structure and texture here. This is a classic old vine Zinfandel from one of California's best producers of this wine. This listing is new in that the vines are from Napa Valley rather than Sonoma. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2022. 963405 15% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. May 3, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Lovely attractive mocha-rich aromas on the nose with fleshy ripe black plums on the palate. Luxuriously layered with terrific replays of flavour and a long finish. 55764 14.50% D 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

St. Francis Chardonnay 2014, Sonoma County, California, United States: Buttery and balanced Californian white wine, with full-bodied goodness. Nice price for classic Sonoma chardonnay. Aromas of fleshy white peach and toasty oak. Finishes nicely with ripe apricot and butterscotch. Try this chard with roast turkey. Drink: 2017-2019. 317131 14% D 750 mL  $26.75 Score: 91/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Lake Sonoma Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: A spectacular Californian Cabernet that tastes like a cult classic but without the price tag. Aromas of fleshy black plum, blackberry and cigar box. Decant 1-2 hours and pair with a rare steak. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2022. 380188 14.80% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. March 31, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: The vines for this blockbuster Californian Cabernet are planted high on the hillside slopes of Mount Veeder, clinging to rugged facades with rocky, steep soils. Full-bodied, complex and savoury with many intriguing aromas and flavours. This is benchmark Californian cabernet in all its glory. Aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and cassis with some dry underbrush and herbs and smoke on the finish. Pair with classic filet mignon, lamb with rosemary or pork tenderloin. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2015-2022. 708842 14.50% D 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 93/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review