Ruca Malen Reserva Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied and luscious Malbec with aromas of dark fruit and toasty oak. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2022. 482778 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. April 28, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Trapiche Broquel Malbec 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: A dark purple-violet hue in the glass with gloriously thick, slow tears that slide down the side and belie the robust weight, body and alcohol in this wine. Notes of black cherry, toasty oak, cigar box, espresso and dark spice. Superb price for this quality wine. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2019. 234385 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.20 Score: 90/100. September 4, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

The Black Chook Shiraz Viognier 2016, Mclaren Vale, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: Chook refers to the roosters that strut their stuff on the winery property. 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: 2017-2028. 66738 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. January 3, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

19 Crimes Shiraz Durif 2014, Australia: Burnt coffee in a good way! Full-bodied chicory express. Black chary fruit and smoke. Some mocha and dark cherry on the nose. Nice racy acidity on the palate for hearty meat dishes and tangy tomato sauces. Pair with charred meats. Drink: 2016-2018. 369777  13% D 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 89/100. January 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Henry 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 Review

Dalton Safsufa Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Galilee, Israel: From vineyards in upper Galilee, a lush, smooth, full-bodied red with notes of blackberries and plums. Some faint vanilla and smoky notes. Kosher for passover. 28266 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.35 Score: 87/100. December 4, 2008 Full Review

Beronia Elaboracion Especial Tempranillo 2012, Rioja, Spain: Smooth and almost full-bodied with aromas of toasty oak, smoke and coffee from generous oak aging. Note of cassis and black currant on the finish. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2017. 426981 14% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. December 2, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Luis Canas Crianza Tempranillo 2014, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Lovely mature aromas of tanned leather and cigar box on the nose of this exceptionally well-priced Crianza. This robust, supple Spanish red wine is a blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Garnacha (aka Grenache) grapes. The wine was aged for 12 months in 60& French oak barrels and 40% American. Enjoy with a rack of lamb. Drink: 2014-2019. 336719 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 25, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Honoro Vera Monastrell 2016, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: Spectacular value for this robust Spanish red wine. If you love Californian Zinfandel, try this. Fleshy ripe black and purple plums and blueberries on the nose and palate of this smooth, full-bodied Spanish red wine. Pair with barbecued sweet ribs. This Spanish red wine is made from 100% Monastrell grapes grown on low bush vines planted in poor limestone soils. There are low yields due to these impoverished soils and extreme weather. Polished tannins. The Spanish winery of Juan Gil was established in 1916 in the region of Jumilla, known for its red wines made from the Monastrell grape, which is called Mourvèdre in France. Drink: 2017-2023. 167684 14.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. January 6, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

J. Lohr Los Osos Merlot 2014, Paso Robles, California, United States: A full-bodied Californian red wine made from Merlot grapes offering aromas of black fruit, dark chocolate and lots of toasty oak. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2016-2019. 27516 13.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 88/100. April 24, 2017 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: A full-bodied, rich and complex Washington state red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Aromas of wild blackberry, cedar and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2018. 460154 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 3, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Game Of Thrones Chardonnay 2016, Central Coast, California, United States: This robust Californian white wine is a blend of 90% Chardonnay and 10% Riesling from the Central Coast region. The wine underwent a partial malolactic and barrel fermentation. Aromas of toasty oak and golden apples. Pair with roast chicken and family entanglements. As the back label reads for this marketing-driven wine branded with the HBO series "Game of Thrones": From the arid climate of Dorne to the lush vineyards of The Reach, the topography of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros is as diverse as the wine we produce. Against the backdrop of the ever evolving struggle for the Iron Throne and amidst the howling winds of winter, nobles raise their glasses and toast to luck in the wars to come. Drink: 2016-2020. 515676 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. August 29, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Woodwork Pinot Noir 2015, Central Coast, California, United States: Very sweet California Pinot Noir with flavours of caramel cream and toffee butterscotch sundae. Medium-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2015-2018. 428839 13.50% M 750 mL  $17.45 Score: 87/100. February 26, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review