Zuccardi Q Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: A fleshy ripe malbec with a touch of dark spice on the finish. Full-bodied and smooth. Great price for such quality. This wine was matured in French oak for 1 year. Lovely cedar and spice on the finish. Try it tonight. Drink: 2012-2016. 723478 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 15, 2014
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewAlkoomi Black Label Shiraz Viognier 2010, Frankland River, Western Australia, Australia: Full-bodied, generous and layered, this Australian shiraz is crafted from grapes grown on the winery's own estate vineyards. The two grapes in the blend are fermented together then the wine is aged for 18 months in French barrels. Perfect for hamburgers tonight! Drink: 2014-2018. 203166 13.80% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 91/100. February 15, 2014
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewKilikanoon Wines Killerman's Run Shiraz Grenache 2011, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied red wine that's a blend of about two-thirds Shiraz grapes and one-third Grenache grapes that results in terrific and savory notes of black raspberry, dark spices, dried tobacco leaves and licorice. Full-bodied and supple. This is a consistently great producer of lip-smacking delicious red wines. Drink: 2014-2018. 9225 14.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. February 15, 2014
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewFifth Leg Old Dog New Tricks Shiraz 2011, Western Australia, Australia: Terrific lush black fruit and smoke! Full-bodied and velvet smooth. Terrific dry finish. Perfect for pizza, hamburgers and great conversation. Drink: 2013-2015. 281345 14.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 7, 2013
Best Beef Wine Full ReviewFifth Leg Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Western Australia, Australia: Crisp and clean with lime and citrus notes, not very grassy. Refreshing on its own or with field greens or spinach quiche. Drink: 2012-2014. 212613 12.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 7, 2013
Splendid Salad Wine Full ReviewZonte's Footstep Chocolate Factory Shiraz 2015, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Sizzling bacon fat on the nose and palate. So amazing especially for this price. Savoury, juicy and meaty with mouth-watering flavours of fleshy ripe blackberry and black plum. Spicy with dark pepper o the finish. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2020. 396481 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 24, 2017
Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewLaughing Stock Vineyards Syrah 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada Drink: 2016-2021. 230110 XD 750 mL $35.00. April 25, 2017
Full ReviewHenry of Pelham Winery Baco Noir 2016, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada: A terrific Baco Noir from the country's best producer of this wine. Rich and robust with aromas of blackberry and plum. Juicy flavours on the palate of blackberry. Dry, satisfying finish. Fantastic price. Pair with gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2016-2020. 270926 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. September 4, 2017
Best Value Red Wine. Full ReviewThirty Bench Winemaker's Red Blend Meritage 2010, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: Savoury and bold with a good tannic grip. This wine needs cellar time. Terrific structure and complexity with dark fruit and just the right amount of oak. Long finish. Drink: 2012-2017. 320986 13.60% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 90/100. July 7, 2012
Full ReviewSouthbrook Vineyards Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Chalky, dark berry nose. Smooth, juicy and mouth-watering the palate. Nicely balanced. Drink: 2012-2015. 193573 14.10% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 88/100. August 3, 2012
Full ReviewCave Spring Dry Riesling 2008, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: You simply won't find a better price/quality ratio among white wines. Gorgeous aromas of vibrant peach, pear and dry apricot. Zippy acidity. Goodness, this is a fantastic wine! 233635 11.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. November 6, 2010
Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewThe Foreign Affair Winery The Conspiracy Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: Full-bodied and smooth with dark fruit and a meaty, savoury mid-palate note. Nicely balanced. The winery concentrates the flavour of the cabernet sauvignon grapes by using the ripasso method traditionally used in Veneto, Italy: dried grapes add richness and depth to the wine. Mocha, dark chocolate and toasty oak on the finish. A long, dry finish wraps up this package nicely. V.Q.A. Drink: 2013-2016. 149237 12.80% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. July 16, 2014
Best Beef Wine Full ReviewSmoke & Gamble Reserve Cabernet Merlot 2010, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada: Lovely balance in this full-bodied, supple red. Lots of character but not heavy. Dark fruit, smoke with a long finish. A blend of 49.5% merlot, 37.2% cabernet sauvignon and 13.3% cabernet sauvignon. Drink: 2013-2016. 332825 13.60% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. April 27, 2013
Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full ReviewHarwood Estates Winery Marquesa 2011, Prince Edward County, Ontario VQA, Canada Drink: 2012-2017. 31259014814 18% S 375 mL $29.00. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewHuff Estates Winery Zero De Gris 2009, Prince Edward County, Canada 12% $34.95. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewChâteau des Roques Vacqueyras 2009, A.C., Rhône, France 352039 14.50% XD 750 mL $24.95. October 26, 2012
Full ReviewDomaine Duseigneur Antarès Lirac 2010, Rhône, France: This classic Rhone red wine is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Mourvèdre grapes. It offers loads of black fruit pleasure wrapped in smoky notes. The wine was matured in cement tanks, not oak, and wasn't filtered before bottling. The yield for the vineyard is low at 30 hectoliters per hectare, which concentrated the flavours in the grapes and thus the wine. Drink: 2014-2020. 213082 14% D 750 mL $25.95 Score: 90/100. February 15, 2014
Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewGalévan Paroles De Femme Grenache Mourvèdre Cinsault Carignan 2007, A.C., Cote du Rhône, France: This wine is a blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre, 10% Cinsault and 10% Carignan grapes. Ooh-la-la! A river of black cherry liqueur punctuated with hickory smoke, dried herbs, bacon fat and black raspberry jam. Drink: 2009-2014. 125930 14.50% XD 750 mL $15.00 Score: 90/100. November 21, 2009
Full ReviewChateau De Sancerre Cuvee Du Coonectable, Marnier Lapostolle Sancerre 2008, A.C., Loire, France: Love this! Halzelnuts and almonds on the nose followed by some of the juciest, most mouth-watering flavours of white peach, green apple and Asian pear I've tasted. Get a case! Drink: 2012-2017. 3018300017298 13.50% XD 750 mL $25.00 Score: 93/100. May 12, 2012
Full ReviewR. Pouillon & Fils Brut Cuvée De Réserve Champagne, A.C., Champagne, France: Lovely and elegant with a long finish. Toasted bread and green apple vibrancy. Drink: 2011-2016. 160937 12% XD 750 mL $43.95 Score: 91/100. July 23, 2011
Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Full ReviewAnne De Laweiss Collection Gewurztraminer 2017, Alsace A.C., France: A spicy, Alsatian-style Gewürztraminer produced by Cave Vinicole Kientzheim-Kaysersberg. Just barely off-dry, soft and lush on the palate with lemon curd texture, soft citrus, lychee and cake spice flavours on the palate. Pair with mild curries and ginger pork. Drink: 2019-2021. 141226 13% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. July 4, 2019
Top Rated White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full ReviewMuré Signature Gewurztraminer 2016, Alsace A.C., France: A light Alsatian white wine with mild aromas of white tree fruit and floral nuances. Pair with mild curries. Drink: 2019-2020. 387563 13% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 88/100. October 2, 2019
Calm Curry Wine Full ReviewPierre Amadieu Domaine Grand Romane Cuvée Prestige Gigondas Vieilles Vignes 2011, Rhône, France: A full-bodied red wine blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah grapes from 50-year-old vines. This is almost as big as an Amarone. You could give it some cellar time, but my motto: why wait? Black raspberry on a long finish. Yes please! Drink: 2014-2020. 968693 12% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewVieux Château d'Astros Côtes de Provence Rosés 2013, Côtes de Provence, Provence, France 750 mL $17.25. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewM. Chapoutier Les Vignes De Bila-Haut 2014, Côtes Du Roussillon Villages, Midi A.C., France: A full-bodied rich southern French red wine blend from one of the Rhone Valley's most-respected producers. Aromas of black fruit, cassis and smoke. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2016-2020. 168716 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. November 12, 2016
Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewDomaine Le Grand Retour Plan De Dieu 2012, Côtes Du Rhône-Villages A.C., France: Tasty, full-bodied and delicious! Superb value: staggeringly great for the price. Aromas of cedar, black fruit, smoke and juicy black cherry. From the L'excellence series of Aubert Frères, Proprietor-Récolt, this robust French red wine previously has won a Gold medal at the Concours Général Agricole wine competition. This wine is a blend of 75% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah grapes. This, my friends, is your party wine. It'll dance with anything on the grill. Drink: 2013-2017. 224592 14.50% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 18, 2015
Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewGérard Bertrand Gris Blanc Rosé 2014, Roussillon, France: A pale ballet slipper pink, almost crystalline transparency in the glass. This southern French rosé is made from Grenache Noir and Grenache Gris grapes, thus Gris Blanc (grey-white) are hand-picked in the Roussillon region located in Tautavel between the Mediterranean sea and the Pyrenees mountains. The wine is matured on the fine lees for several weeks before bottling. Lovely mouth-watering acidity for fresh seafood salads. Finishes savoury with dried herbs and garrigue with some light racy cherry on the finish. No wonder rosé wine has overtaken white wine consumption as a category in France. Gerard Bertrand attributes this to women who are not only drinking more wine overall, but who are switching from mixed drinks like Cosmopolitans and martinis to rose, which has just as much flavour but less alcohol (and calories). Rose is also a great cash flow wine for winemakers since it doesn't require oak aging or extra handling and treatment and is bottled soon after the vintage and meant to be consumed young. I liken it to the pasta of the restaurant world: great margins for owners, universally likeable by consumers. Drink: 2014-2016. 14673 12.50% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. June 27, 2015
Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewS. Delafont 15 Languedoc Rouge Aoc (S. Delafont) 2015, Languedoc, France 482455 14.30% XD 750 mL $19.95. January 1, 2017
Full ReviewVilla Girardi Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A savory, meaty, juicy ripasso: a red wine to chew on with deep satisfaction. Cedar, chewy black cherry layers float happily on full-bodied weight. The Ripasso method takes leftover pomace from making Amarone wine and adds it to a Valpolicella wine to start a second fermentation and in doing so, adds alcohol, body, tannin and flavour to the final wine. Yes please! Drink: 2014-2018. 161844 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 1, 2014
Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full ReviewMonte Zovo Sa' Solin Ripasso Valpolicella 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Almost full-bodied, smooth and lip-smacking tasty with savoury, meaty notes and black fruit. Ripasso done right. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2015-2023. 650713 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. June 5, 2015
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewRemo Farina Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2012, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Ripasso is a fascinating Italian winemaking technique that is also used now in other regions. The wine is “re-passed” or fermented a second time with dry Amarone grapes to deepen the flavour and concentration. What emerges from the glass is a bundle of black cherry and dark berry aromas along with some anise, cloves and cedar brush. This wine will do well in the cellar as well as on your table tonight. Drink: 2014-2018. 999946 13% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 89/100. November 22, 2014
Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full ReviewTornatore Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese Nerello Cappuccio 2017, Etna, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: A robust 95% Nerello Mascalese and 5% Nerello Cappuccio, Sicilian red wine blend with ripe, black raspberry, strawberry jam, cherry and smoky flavours on the palate. Drinking beautiful now. Pair with grilled game sausages. Drink: 2019-2024. 487090 14% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2021
Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full ReviewCantine Paololeo Salento Agricolo Vino Biologico Primitivo 2018, Salento, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: From the Puglia wine region, Paololeo Agricolo 2018 Primitivo is organically-farmed with no use of pesticides or synthetic chemical fertilizers. This full-bodied juicy red is elegant and lifted with red licorice, fine herbs, red berry fruit and toasty oak spice flavours. Tannins are velvety. Great value under $18. Pour with Portobello mushroom burgers. Drink: 2021-2024. 17529 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 15, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full ReviewAllegrini Palazzo Della Torre 2017, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre 2017 is a robust red wine blend of Corvina, Rondinella and Sangiovese grapes with a portion of the grapes in Ripasso style. Vibrant and rich with layers of blackberry, dark plum, fresh mushroom, grilled herbs, nutty and spicy flavours on the palate. Tannins are fine and chewy, so decant two hours prior to serving it with a rich meaty lasagne or try in 2022. Drink: 2022-2024. 672931 13.50% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. July 23, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full ReviewPasqua Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2015, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Juicy and full-bodied with delicious layers of dark fruit flavours and some mocha-dark chocolate. Great price! Very easy-drinking, in fact, this wine goes down slippery fast! Pair it with hearty meat dishes and your favourite easy-going sitcom like The Big Bang Theory or Modern Family. Drink: 2018-2022. 203968 13.50% XD 750 mL $22.95 Score: 90/100. June 9, 2018
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewTommasi Poggio Al Tufo Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Sweet purple and black plums on the nose and palate of this juicy red wine. Mouth-watering acidity for hearty meat dishes. Aromas of anise and blackcurrant. Supple. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this wine are grown in the winery estate's Poggio al Tufo vineyard in Partigiano in the heart of the Maremma Tuscany region. The wine is matured for 1 year in Slovenian oak barrels. Decant 1 hour and serve with roast beef or pasta in a tangy meat sauce. Drink: 2017-2021. 203927 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. October 28, 2017
Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full ReviewCarpineto Dogajolo Rosato 2016, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: This robust Italian rosé is made with Sangiovese and Canaiolo, the signature grapes of Chianti. The vines are dry-farmed, which adds extra depth and nuance to this refreshing rosé with lots of acidity. Terrific notes of wild strawberry and field flowers on the finish. Dry and crisp and medium-bodied. Great aperitif or sunset sipper. Dry, refreshing finish. Enticing floral aromas on the nose of this medium-bodied to robust rosé that pairs well with grilled seafood and veal. Drink: 2017-2018. 699934 12.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. March 31, 2018
Best Value Rosé Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full ReviewCoppi Peucetico Primitivo 2012, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: Lots of mocha and dark chocolate on the nose from oak aging. Sweet purple plums on the palate. It's full-bodied with layers of voluptuous dark fruit. Perfect for meat lovers' pizza and meat sauce pasta. This Primitivo (aka Zinfandel) offers dark spice and vanilla smoke on the finish. Pair with Bolognese or salami and charcuterie. Drink: 2017-2019. 19006 13.50% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. June 24, 2017
Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full ReviewTenuta S. Anna Extra Dry Prosecco, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Crisp and toasty with a touch of melon sweetness. Perfect for fresh seafood. 388710 11.50% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 89/100. January 8, 2017
Best Value Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full ReviewFranco Molino Barolo Nebbiolo (Barolo, Barbaresio) 2006, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: An exciting wine for Barolo fans new and old. Layered and wonderfully complex on the nose with pleasing sweet tea, tamarind spice, plum and leather notes. The palate is medium bodied with firm tannins but enough fruit to keep things balanced. Dried cherry, spice and a sweet fruit core make this a delicious wine. An excellent value. My note: Holy honkin tannins batman! Okay so we either need 3 hours decants a little patience with this baby in the cellar. Black fruit, violets and smoke. Great price for Barolo. Drink: 2013-2018. 212464 14.10% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. July 23, 2011
Full ReviewCusumano Syrah 2010, Sicily, Italy: Incredible for this price point! Luscious and full-bodied with layers of fleshy-rip dark fruit. Smooth and tasty. Drink: 2011-2013. 145490 14.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. January 3, 2012
Best Value Red Wine. Full Review#06 Dolcetta De Dogliani (Einaudi) 2009, Piedmont, Italy 105452 13.60% XD 750 mL $28.95. January 1, 2011
Full Review2008 Sangiovese Citra Terre Di Chieti I.G.T., Abruzzes, Italy 750 mL $9.35. March 1, 2012
Full Review2007 Palistorti Tenuta Di Valgiano Colline Lucchesi, Toscane, Italy 750 mL $26.25. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewTenuta Di Valgiano Colline Lucchesi 2005, Toscane, Italy 750 mL $68.25. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewRosso Del Camul Veneto I.G.T. 2005, Vénétie, Italy 750 mL $18.20. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewFontodi Chianti Classico 2010, Tuscany, Italy: Generous and inviting with mouth-watering flavours of ripe blackberries and black raspberries on the nose of this DOCG red wine. Smoke wraps around the black heart of this wine and the finish is as long as a Tuscan sunset. Seductive notes of dark cherries and blackberries on the finish. Made from 100% Sangiovese grapes by the Manetti family. Great value. Drink: 2014-2018. 369446 13.50% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 91/100. February 15, 2014
Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full ReviewVerbena Brunello Di Montalcino 2008, Tuscany, Italy: Classic mature, complex Brunello: don't look for fruit. Instead expect subtle aromas of leather, cigar box and dried herbs. Full-bodied and smooth. Perfect for discussions about the latest developments in the field of astro physics. Great balance and lots of length on the finish. D.O.C.G. Drink: 2013-2019. 165126 14% XD 750 mL $39.95 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014
Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewLe Ragnaie Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, Tuscany, Italy: Juicy and spectacular, with great mouth-watering acidity, black cherries and mocha aromas in this DOCG red wine. Full-bodied and smooth. This wine could go the distance for years. Terrific balance, depth and concentration. Decant for 1 hour. Drink: 2012-2020. 205930 14% XD 750 mL $108.00 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewCastello di Gabbiano Riserva Chianti Classico 2009, Tuscany, Italy: Full-bodied with dark fruit, smoke, earth and some dark spice. Robust and demanding of hearty meat dishes. decant 2 hours. Drink: 2012-2016. 174473 14.20% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2013
Full ReviewRuffino Modus 2010, Tuscany, Italy: A gorgeous blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot grapes. This full-bodied, complex, rich red offers aromas of black cherry, smoke and dried herb aromas. Wonderfully concentrated with a long finish. Decant 2 hours. Remarkable rich, yet fresh and vibrant. Perfect for dinner parties. Be sure to decant for 2 hours. Drink: 2012-2019. 912956 13.50% XD 750 mL $32.95 Score: 94/100. September 28, 2013
Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewStoneleigh Latitude Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A zesty, medium-bodied, unoaked New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of freshly cut grass and lime. Herbal on the palate with lots of acidity. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2016-2018. 324228 13.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 89/100. July 23, 2016
Sensational Shellfish Wine Full ReviewAdega Borba Reserva 2008, Alentejo, Portugal: A smooth, full-bodied red wine with delicious ripe plums and berries with hints of mocha. This robust red is a blend of mostly local Trincadeira grapes along with the French grapes Cabernet Sauvignon and Alicante Bouschet grapes. Great with pizza! Drink: 2014-2018. 80606 14.10% D 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. February 15, 2014
Best Beef Wine Full ReviewFlagstone Music Room Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: A classic 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Western Cape wine region in South Africa. Big dark fruit, ripe black cherry and cassis flavours with a subtle whiff of mint and thyme. Complex, silky and impressive. Drink: 2020-2023. 205245 14% XD 750 mL $27.95 Score: 90/100. November 3, 2020
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewTelmo Rodriguez Valdeorras Gaba do Xil Mencia 2014, Galicia, Spain Drink: 2016-2021. 13% XD 750 mL $20.00. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewHonoro Vera Juan Gil Monastrell 2014, Jumilla D.O., Spain: Sweet purple plums and blueberries on the nose and palate of this smooth, full-bodied Spanish red wine. Pair with barbecued sweet ribs. Drink: 2014-2018. 167684 14% XD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. February 20, 2016
Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full ReviewMuriel Gran Reserva 2005, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Dried leather and cigar box with dried herbs. Mature, not fleshy or fruity but elegant and long. Dry and contemplative. Pair with leg of lamb. Drink: 2014-2018. 984187 12.50% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 89/100. May 12, 2018
Splendid Salad Wine Full ReviewAlceño 12 Meses Monastrell 2011, Jumilla D.O., Spain: Terrific for the price: full-bodied, smooth and supple. Aromas of black toasted fruit, smoky oak from generous oak aging. Pair with pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2013-2018. 398925 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. May 15, 2017
Best Value Red Wine. Full ReviewLan Crianza Tempranillo 2010, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A full-bodied, supple red wine with attractive notes of black fruit. This Crianza is made 100% from Tempranillo grapes. It's value-priced and crowd-pleasing for parties. Some toasty oak on the finish. Try it with a hearty meat dish. The Spanish wine term Crianza translates to "nurture" or "upbringing" and indicates that this Rioja wine was matured for a minimum of two years before release, with a minimum of one year in oak barrels. Great value! Drink: 2013-2018. 166538 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 1, 2014
Best Beef Wine Full ReviewTerra D'uro Finca La Rana Toro 2011, Toro D.O., Spain: Although the alcohol is high, this is a medium-bodied red wine with juicy acidity and lots of tart black cherry. Perfect for tomato sauce. Drink: 2012-2018. 424135 14.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 89/100. January 31, 2016
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewSeñorío de P. Peciña Crianza 2011, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A full-bodied, smoky Spanish red wine made from the country's Tempranillo grape. Black tart cherry and cedar brush. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2013-2018. 313726 13.50% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. January 26, 2016
Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewCamins Del Priorat Álvaro Palacios 2011, D.O.C.A., Priorat, Spain: This full-bodied Spanish red wine offers rich, deeply concentrated black fruit flavours. Dark spices on the finish with some anise. Great for hearty meat dishes. Winemaker Alvaro Palacios is one of Spain’s superstar vintners who also produces the cult wine L’Ermita. The grapes for this wine are mostly sourced from young vines in the same vineyards that create his second wine, Les Terrasses, which is made only from old vines. Try this with prime rib. Drink: 2013-2016. 216291 14.80% XD 750 mL $23.25 Score: 92/100. September 14, 2013
Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full ReviewJuan Gil Monastrell 2011, Jumilla, Spain: Savoury dark chocolate notes with black fleshy plums with a juicy, voluptuous finish. Full-bodied and satin smooth. A huge crowd pleaser. The Monastrell grapes has been grown in Jumilla for centuries. The grapes for this wine come from 40-year-old vines at 700 metres above sea level and the wine was then matured in French oak for 12 months. Great value. This DOC wine is the silver label in the winery's lineup. Drink: 2013-2017. 1677 14.50% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 91/100. February 15, 2014
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewDon Sebastiani & Sons B Side Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Napa Valley California, United States: Juicy and generous with freakin' tasty dark plum and black fleshy fruit! Full-bodied and velvet smooth. Great concentration and depth. Perfect for hearty meaty dishes. Drink: 2013-2017. 317826 13.70% XD 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2013
Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewApothic Wine Apothic Red California 2009, California, United States: A round, plummy, medium-bodied blend of zinfandel, merlot and syrah grapes that delivers plenty of pleasure. Some mocha notes and a generous, mouth-filling smooth texture. Yum! Drink: 2011-2013. 234369 13% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. March 7, 2013
Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewSte. Michelle Wine Estates 14 Hands Hot to Trot Red Blend Hot to Trot 14 Hands Vineyards Columbia Valley 2009, Washington, United States: Dynamite for the price! Simply wow. Smooth, full-bodied and packed with luscious dark plum and blackberry aromas. This wine takes its name from the time when wild mustang horses ran freely around the hills of eastern Washington State where this wine is made. Drink: 2010-2014. 226522 13.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 3, 2012
Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewDavis Bynum Chardonnay 2007, Russian River Valley, California, United States: Classically made and structured with green apple and butter smoke aromas. Full-bodied, supple and generous with all the richness you want flavour-wise but none of the heaviness. Redolent of woodsmoke and hazelnut seduction with layers of generous pleasure. Drink: 2011-2015. 144260 14.90% XD 750 mL $33.95 Score: 90/100. July 9, 2011
Full ReviewBelle Glos Oeil de Perdrix Pinot Noir Blanc 2013, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States 343020 12.60% D 750 mL $27.95. March 1, 2012
Full ReviewChateau St. Jean Fume Blanc 2010, California, United States: Lovely orchard fruit, citrus and some smoke on the nose. Full-bodied and luscious on the palate with a lime-crisp finish. Drink: 2012-2014. 537639 13.60% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. March 7, 2013
Full ReviewJoel Gott Wines 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Juicy and savoury with enticing herbs and meaty notes mid-palate. Very intriguing. Full-bodied and smooth with some dark spices on the finish along with cedar brush. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2019. 444059 13.90% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 30, 2016
Top Rated Red Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full ReviewLayer Cake Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, California, United States: Smoky with savoury black fruit and a hickory campfire finish. Full-bodied and smooth -- great for meat lovers pizza. Drink: 2015-2019. 224162 14.10% D 750 mL $23.95 Score: 88/100. July 23, 2016
Best Beef Wine Full ReviewSeven Falls Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this Washington State red came from Wahluke Slope. The Seven Falls name is in honour of the falls that flowed into the Columbia River. This is a superb Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon, with attractive aromas of fleshy black plum and mocha. Chalky dry and full-bodied. Some blackberry on the finish. Great balance, with a deep red-garnet colour. Finishes with vanilla smoke. Drink: 2017-2021. 360222 14.50% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. September 30, 2017
Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewSeven Falls Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this Washington State red came from Wahluke Slope. The Seven Falls name is in honour of the falls that flowed into the Columbia River. This is a superb Washington State Cabernet Sauvignon, with attractive aromas of fleshy black plum and mocha. Chalky dry and full-bodied. Some blackberry on the finish. Great balance, with a deep red-garnet colour. Finishes with vanilla smoke. Drink: 2018-2022. 360222 14.50% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 90/100. May 26, 2018
Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full ReviewEdna Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Central Coast, California, United States: A full-bodied, beautifully structured Californian Cabernet with grapes grown in vineyards first planted in the 1800s. Seductive aromas of dark berries, smoke, mocha and vanilla spice. Decant 1 hour. Perfect for a rare steak. Drink: 2019-2024. 369959 13.80% XD 750 mL $25.00 Score: 91/100. August 13, 2020
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