Wakefield Jaraman Shiraz 2016, Mclaren Vale, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield Jaraman is a zesty, full-bodied, Shiraz from Clare Valley wine region in South Australia. This Australian red wine is a regional blend of Shiraz grapes of about two-thirds Clare Valley and one-third McLaren Vale regions. The wine was partially cold-soaked for 4 days, then aged in 100% new American oak barrels for 11 months. Dark chocolate and sweet black fleshy plums on the nose with a pleasant zing of acidity mid-palate for lots of dishes from tangy meat sauces to grilled meats. More black fruit and mouth-filling roundness. A consistently good producer at fair prices for the quality. This Australian red wine is a regional blend of Shiraz grapes of about two-thirds Clare Valley and one-third McLaren Vale regions. The wine was partially cold-soaked for 4 days, then aged in 100% new American oak barrels for 11 months. Deeply concentrated and flavoured. Drink: 2018-2023. 377036 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. January 3, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Black Sage Vineyard Merlot 2015, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: Black Sage Vineyard 2015 is a fleshy, juicy full-bodied Merlot with ripe black plum, blueberry, spice and smoky flavours on the palate. Pair with a roast of pork. Drink: 2018-2025. 593053 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. November 7, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review