Peter Lehmann Wines Layers Shiraz Tempranillo Mourvèdre Grenache 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A spectacular, robust Australian red wine at a terrific price! The Shiraz in the blend provides the muscular structure and tannin plus black plum, while Tempranillo adds some tarry character. Grenache adds dark floral and a racy exotic texture. This wine is aged for 12 months in 10-year oak barrels. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2016-2021. 138883 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 25, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Peter Lehmann Wines Futures Shiraz 2013, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: This truly shows the pedigree of the Barossa region. The grapes come from de-classified Stonewell parcels (the flagship wine), so this is a steal at $30. The wine is aged 30% in new French oak barrels for 14-16 months. More than 120 different parcels of grapes go into this wine. It's supple and beautifully nuanced, yet has full-bodied richness. Drink: 2015-2022. 301309 14% D 750 mL  $27.00 Score: 93/100. May 15, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Stoneboat Vineyards Pinot Gris 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: A terrific BC white wine made from the classic Pinot Gris grape. The vines are planted in soil that's permeated with sea rocks. Aromas of white peach, golden apple and pear. Racy acidity for seafood. The wines are 100% made from estate grown fruit. Drink: 2018-2022. 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. August 10, 2020 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Ruffino Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: The 2012 vintage was a strong one for Tuscany and it shows in the glass. Full-bodied and savoury with juicy, mouth-watering aromas and flavours of dark red berries and spice. Pair with tangy tomato sauce. Drink: 2016-2022. 45195 13.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. July 8, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Nipozzano Riserva Chianti Rufina 2012, Tuscany DOC, Italy: This robust northern Italian wine is made mostly from Sangiovese grapes. It has great elegance, finesse and length on the finish. It's not as acidic as typical Sangiovese and therefore is soft and easy to drink, though still packed with dark red fruit flavour and spice. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2014-2020. 107276 13% XD 750 mL  $21.75 Score: 91/100. October 17, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Alvear Medium Dry Montilla-Moriles Amontillado, Montilla Moriles, Andalusia, Spain: Superb Amontillado that features clementine and tangerine notes on the nose and palate then finishes almost dry with pleasant burnt almond note. Lovely! Drink: 2016-2025. 112789 17% MD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 92/100. December 16, 2019 Best Value Dessert Wine. Full Review

R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2011, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From the Rioja wine region, R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia Reserva 2011 is a dry, full-bodied Rioja red wine blend of mostly Tempranillo with 20% in Garnacha and 5% each in Graciano and Mazuelo. The wine was aged up to six years in neutral oak barrels. Expect a wide range of tertiary flavours including dark plum leather, black olive, sweet tobacco, truffle and balsamic notes balanced with vibrant acidity and framed with rich, muscular tannins. Drink or cellar to 2033. Drink: 2023-2034. 356337 12.50% XD 750 mL  $73.95 Score: 95/100. January 20, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review