O. Fournier Alfa Crux 2004, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A seductive hallway of black fruit invitation wafts up from the glass - careful not to dive in head first. Full-bodied with lots of layers and complexity. Surprisingly good structure so this one should also last in the cellar. Why wait though? Drink: 2012-2017. 52704 15% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 94/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Stonier Pinot Noir 2010, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia: Delightful! Happy cherries tickle the senses. Lovely satin texture and finish that makes you long for more and more. Drink: 2012-2016. 25338 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 29, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier Lieu Dit Malakoff Shiraz 2010, Pyrenees, Victoria, Australia: Full-bodied, smooth, complex and rich. Fleshy blackberry liqueur with some smoke, spice and mystery on the finish. Drink: 2012-2017. 290874 14% XD 750 mL  $51.95 Score: 93/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Pewsey Vale Vineyard Riesling 2011, Eden Valley, South Australia, Australia: Stunning peach goodness with a bright seam of acidity for food. Really gorgeous riesling with a laser focus like a shaft of sunlight that then settles in and warms your shoulders and senses. Drink: 2012-2017. 233196 12.50% XD 750 mL  $26.65 Score: 94/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Château Tanunda Shiraz 2010, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Black plum, tar, smoke and dark spices. An angry man's wine that will make him happy again. Dark and brooding like Heathcliffe on the moor. Take me now! Drink: 2013-2016. 311365 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Grant Burge The Holy Trinity Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2010, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: An incredibly rich and concentrated wine with intense aromas and layers of blackberry liqueur flavour. Demands hearty meat dishes and won't be satisfied until you are . Bring it on! This is a flagship label for this winery and you'll know why when you taste it. It's a blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre grapes (thus, the trinity). Lovely dark raspberry notes on a long, and ultimately satisfying finish. Worth every penny. Drink: 2012-2016. 236257 14.50% XD 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 94/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Le Clos Jordanne Claystone Terrace Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Love the toasted almond and clementine on the nose! Juicy and mouth-watering a gorgeous mouth-filling texture on weight. Some smoke and spice on a terrifically long finish. Superb craftsmanship from one of Ontario's best producers. Drink: 2012-2017. 56929 14% XD 750 mL  $40.00 Score: 94/100. March 30, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Malivoire Wine Company Moira Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Beamsville Bench, Ontario, Canada: Toasted almond fleshed out by ripe peach. Gorgeous, full-bodied and layered. Truly one of Canada's best chardonnays. Yum! Drink: 2012-2016. 243113 12.70% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 94/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Stratus White 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Beautiful! Full-bodied, mouth-filling and voluptuous. Gorgeous and exotic aromas and flavours with honeysuckle, lime blossom and lilies. Drink: 2012-2017. 660704 13.50% D 750 mL  $44.20 Score: 95/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: Plentiful aromas here, such as cantaloupe, toast, tropical fruit (banana, pineapple and coconut), spice and lemon meringue pie. Dry with lots of everything going on, but it all works extremely well. Full bodied, with ripe fruit, toasty oak and bright acidity in almost perfect harmony. Long finish. Cellar 3-5 years or enjoy tonight with rich seafood dishes. My note: Love it! Rich and layered with hazelnuts, smoke and almonds. Green apple notes shine through then there’s a lime zest finish. Drink: 2011-2017. 208694 13.70% XD 750 mL  $38.35 Score: 93/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Hidden Bench Felseck Vineyard Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: I've said it before (almost every vintage) and I'll say it again: this is one of favourite Niagara chardonnays! Halenit wraps voluptuously around a core of fleshy, bright sun-ripened peach. Bring happiness some happiness into your life. Drink: 2012-2016. 276261 13.10% XD 750 mL  $39.00 Score: 93/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Terrunyo Block 27 Vineyard Selection Peumo Vineyard, Concha Y Toro Carmenère 2009, Peumo, Cachapoal Valley, Rapel Valley, Chile: Superb in every way! Complex, deep, savoury and bursting with luscious black fruit aromas and flavours. This wine gives and gives right out to a long finish. Yum! Drink: 2012-2016. 562892 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 27, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Louis Bernard Gigondas 2010, A.C., Rhône, France: Yum! Juicy and loaded with purple and black plums and fleshy blackberries. Yet there's structure, finesse and a long finish. Some kind of wonderful. Drink: 2012-2017. 222596 14% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. October 27, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

E. Guigal 2006, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Spicy, savoury, rich, deep and endless. Dark fruit with dried herbs. Intriguing. Love it! Drink: 2012-2019. 727503 14% XD 750 mL  $69.00 Score: 94/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Maison Roche De Bellene Gevrey-Chambertin, Vieilles Vignes Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Liquid silk! Fleshy cherries unfold like chilled satin, slipping over your senses. Medium-bodied, long finish, perfect. Seduction in a glass. Drink: 2012-2018. 240424 13% D 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 95/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine du Grapillon d'Or Gigondas 2010, A.C., Rhône, France: Black cherry liqueur and smoky tar down through the core of this blockbuster big red. Superb balanced and structure. Worth this price and more. Drink: 2012-2018. 981787 14.50% XD 750 mL  $36.95 Score: 93/100. August 4, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Perrin & Fils La Gille 2010, A.C., Gigondas, Rhône, France: Lovely! Full-bodied, savoury and delicious! Aromas of cedar, wild black cherry and forest floor. Drink: 2012-2018. 906073 14% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated 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

Henri De Villamont Les Évocelles Gevrey-Chambertin Pinot Noir 2009, A.C., Burgundy, France: In real estate it's location, location, location. In wine, it's increasingly texture, texture, texture. This feels like sliding on a cool silk dress over a sun-warmed body, head first down to angles. It brushes all the senses lightly, teasing and drawing you back to the glass. Satin cherries, some spice and medium- to full weight though never heavy or chafing. Drink: 2012-2018. 279042 13.50% XD 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 95/100. September 15, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Clos Floridène Blanc Denis & Florence Debourdieu Meritage 2009, A.C., Graves, Bordeaux, France: Seductive Asian pear, hazelnut and baking spices on the nose. Voluptuous with a gorgeous velour texture. Some melon and soft lemon aromas. The lighter side of full-bodied with lots of mouth-watering juiciness. Some toasted almond on the finish of this attractive blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle grapes. Drink: 2012-2014. 189357 13% XD 750 mL  $31.85 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Minervois 2010, A.C., Midi, France: Black as night and just as mysteriously exciting. Full-bodied with layers of black velvet to caress your senses and imagination. Pair with hearty meat dishes and hearty love affairs. Drink: 2012-2016. 17764 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 27, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Coudoulet De Beaucastel Blanc, Château De Beaucastel, Famille Perrin 2011, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: Yum! Gorgeous depth and richness and complexity. Get out of your white wine rut with this one: spectacular! Aromas of lychee, white flowers and pure dry peach essence. Drink: 2012-2017. 48892 14% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 95/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

La Chablisienne Fourchaume 1Er Cru Chablis 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Vey vibrant with gorgeous lemon brightness wrapped up in hazelnut goodness. Incredibly tasty and mouth-watering. Laser focus. Drink: 2012-2016. 656835 13% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Domaine Latour-Giraud Cuvée Charles Maxime Meursault Chardonnay 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Come hither peach and pear notes folded gently into toasted almond and hazelnut. So alive, so seductive. Full-bodied but not heavy: gorgeous chardonnay! Drink: 2012-2018. 299784 13% XD 750 mL  $82.00 Score: 94/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Château Vieux Sarpe Joseph Janoueix Prop. Meritage 2010, A.C., Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France: A robust, full-bodied red that needs some cellar time. Black cherries and smoky cedar notes with terrific balance and structure. Decant 1-2 hours. This Right Bank wine that leads with Merlot in the blend offers lots of hedonistic pleasure through to a long, cigar box finish. A wine of great finesse that's perfect for dinner parties or as a gift. Drink: 2013-2018. 943662 12.70% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Les Sinards 2009, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: This robust red offers pure black cherry liqueur flavour and concentration, yet finishes dry and satisfying. It's rich, robust and layered. Full-bodied doesn’t begin to describe it for those who love a full-palate wallop, yet it's also balanced and complex. This one will age well in the cellar. This half-size bottle will mature more quickly than the 750 ml full bottle. The finish is smoky with dark spices and intrigue. Great dinner party wine, including when it's a party for one. Drink: 2012-2016. 5975 14% XD 375 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler Riesling Auslese 2010, Prädikatswein, Mosel, Germany: Superb! Sweet yes, but perfectly balanced with great acidity. Medium-bodied and jam-packed with peach and pear flavour. Love it! Drink: 2013-2018. 678011 9.50% M 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Markus Molitor Edition No. 3 Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese 2003, Qualitätswein, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany: I adore the lemon-petrol nose! Trust me on this and open up your world to a new level of sensory delight. Medium-bodied, juicy and wondrous. Drink: 2012-2017. 298000 11.50% M 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Zenato Lugana Riserva Sergio Zenato 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Exotic and delicious, somewhat like semillon with toasty oak. Lemon lanolin richness. Will cellar. Drink: 2012-2017. 928218 13.50% XD 750 mL  $50.00 Score: 92/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Giacosa Fratelli Basarin Vigna Gianmaté Barbaresco 2007, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: One of the prettiest Barbarescos I've tasted in a long time, maybe ever. Red floral notes, spice and tart red fruit on the nose and palate. Juicy and mouth-watering, with full-bodied layers of pleasure. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2012-2016. 291401 13.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 93/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Marziano Abbona Cerviano Barolo 2004, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Amarone-like on the nose with concentrated black cherry liqueur and smoke. The palate unfolds with gorgeous layers of dark fruit flavour and complexity. This big beauty needs cellar time. Drink: 2014-2018. 295915 14% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 94/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Liquid lovely! Juicy, fleshy bright cherries dance across your sauces. Ultra-smooth... Like satin. Hedonistic. Amazingly great price for a flagship wine. Please make me some planked salmon and top up my glass. Drink: 2013-2017. 598813 13% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 94/100. April 13, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc 2008, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A vibrant and terrific Sauvignon Blanc from a master of the genre! Lively aromas of lime and citrus and just the right amount of herbal refreshment. Mouth-watering and juicy. It's medium-bodied and packed with flavour. Some guava and grapefruit on the clean, crisp finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2016. 677450 13.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 94/100. April 13, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Dog Point Section 94 Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A spectacularly glorious sauvignon blanc that has the ability to age, rare among this style and genre. There are attractive aromas of pear, green apple and lime citrus lift on the nose that follow through on the palate. Clean and crisp with a terrific medium body and mouth-watering juiciness. Versatile with so many dishes. Drink: 2012-2018. 446335 14% XD 750 mL  $43.95 Score: 94/100. April 13, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Tarras The Canyon Single Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand: Falling into you! Love this so much. Silk sheets of cherry satin lap across the palate. Medium- to full-bodied and ultra-pleasing. Drink: 2012-2016. 287219 14% XD 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 94/100. September 29, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Simonsig Chenin Avec Chêne Chenin Blanc 2009, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: You MUST try this! Rock your world with apple blossom, peach forgetfulness and pleasure beyond limits. Full-bodied. Dive into it. Drink: 2012-2016. 282772 14% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 95/100. September 29, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Hartenberg Shiraz 2007, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: Love it! Change your opinion of South African wine instantly with this one. Savoury, dark, delicious and complex. Juicy fruit, smoke and a long finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 906289 14.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Rustenberg Chardonnay 2011, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: Drop-dead gorgeous! Love this style of chardonnay. Toasty and rich but also mouth-watering and vibrant: it's got it all. This wine was aged in 40% new and 60% second-use oak barrels for a year. Toasted almond and green apple on the nose with lime-orange citrus on the palate. Balanced and lovely with a long finish. Wow! Drink: 2012-2016. 598631 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. April 13, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Spice Route Wine Company Charles Back & The Spice Route Team Shiraz 2010, W.O., Swartland, South Africa: Triple yum! Juicy with blackberry liqueur richness. Complex, deep and long: just like the ideal relationship. I love this winery... That's why it's featured in my book Unquenchable. The wine was aged about a year and half in oak which gives it just the right amount of smoky spice on the finish. This would be terrific with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2012-2016. 263657 15% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey 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

Sbragia Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Sonoma Valley, California, United States: Savoury and black as night and just as mysterious and alluring. Gorgeous depth of fleshy dark plums and berries with a polished edge of toasty oak. Drink: 2012-2017. 291054 14.90% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Beringer Private Reserve Chardonnay 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: Hazelnut hedonism with a sunny green apple punch on the palate. Full-bodied, beautifully structured and the finish is almost forever. Drink: 2012-2018. 26682 14.70% D 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 93/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel 2010, Sonoma County, California, United States: Blackberry liqueur and fleshy ripe purple and black plums. Incredible richness and depth from a master. Drink: 2012-2016. 942151 14.80% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Cakebread Cellars Zinfandel 2009, Red Hills Lake County, California, United States: Rich, glorious and complex with a superb balance and depth that I haven't tasted in most other California zinfandels. This is a flagship for the varietal and the region. Drink: 2012-2016. 214031 14% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 92/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Pahlmeyer Chardonnay 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, rich and delicious with lovely aromas and flavour of ripe peach, pear and toasted almond. But is it worth it for the price? Not in my opinion ... just sayin. Drink: 2012-2016. 147454 14.90% D 750 mL  $89.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

The Hogue Cellars Genesis Riesling 2010, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: Love it! White flowers, white peach, lime and petrol (this is good) on the nose. Vibrant and juicy on the palate. Packs a punch flavour-wise even though it's medium-bodied. Ultra food-friendly from seafood to roast chicken. Just a touch of sweetness but it's hard to pick up with the great acidity. Drink: 2012-2016. 309666 12.10% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Belle Glos Alturas Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, California, United States: I love this wine year after year! Sweet cherry pie and raspberry jam on the nose and palate (technically it's a dry wine but the flavours are lusciously fruity sweet). Lots of layers of pleasure and hedonism. Long finish. Enjoy with roast chicken. Drink: 2013-2018. 212076 14.50% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 94/100. March 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Divine! Full-bodied and savoury with lots of layers and a long finish. Seductive, satin fleshy black fruit. Paul, please come over for dinner tonight. Drink: 2012-2018. 351758 14.50% XD 750 mL  $84.95 Score: 95/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Don 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 Review

Saintsbury Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir 2009, Carneros, California, United States: Luscious, elegant and superb! This is Californian pinot noir raised to its highest Platonic ideal. Forget philosophy though, and top up your glass: this is great wine. Opens with fleshy dark raspberries and some spice. The palate is liquid silk and medium- to full-bodied. The finish stretches well beyond a sigh at the end of a long day, which is exactly when you'll need this wine. This would be perfect for planked salmon or roast chicken. Drink: 2012-2017. 261594 14.90% XD 750 mL  $79.00 Score: 94/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Estancia Pinot Noir 2011, Monterey, California, United States: Absolutely superb pinot for the price! If you love Belle Glos, you'll love this. Fleshy ripe cherries, satin smooth, long finish. So lovely. Roast chicken or mushroom risotto. Drink: 2013-2017. 421586 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. April 13, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Champ De Rêves Pinot Noir 2010, Anderson Valley, California, United States: Generous, juicy and inviting with fleshy red cherry aromas and flavours. The grapes are de-stemmed whole berries and the wine is matured in one-third new oak barrels. Full-bodied and satin smooth. This vineyard of 85 acres above Boonville is new for the winery. Drink: 2013-2017. 317883 14.50% XD 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 93/100. April 27, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review