Catena Alta Malbec 2006, Mendoza, Argentina: A rich river of velvet flavor flows across your mouth: try not to gulp this wine too quickly (regret is an empty bottle). Aromas of black plum, mocha and dark berries. Great length and depth. This wine was aged for 18 months in new French oak. A benchmark wine on a planetary scale. Available in the Vintages November 21, 2009 release, though you may find it elsewhere before then. Drink: 2010-2016. 982355 14% XD 750 mL  $60.95 Score: 95/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

O. Fournier Alfa Crux Malbec 2006, Mendoza, Argentina: Amazing depth and richness with soft, velvety texture. Aromas of plush plums, fleshy blackberries, violets and dark spices. Absolutely beautiful. 14% XD 750 mL  $50.00 Score: 95/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Luca Pinot Noir 2011, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Sweet cherry-berry goodness with luscious layers of hedonistic happiness. Medium- to full-bodied with a terrific lip-smacking finish. There's some wild black raspberry on the finish wrapped in a whiff of smoke. So gloriously luscious! I'm thinking planked salmon. Drink: 2013-2016. 175570 14% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Luca Malbec 2012, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied with lots of attractive mocha and chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging. Fleshy black fruit emerges on the palate. Delicious and layered. The grapes for this full-bodied red wine come from three vineyards in the Uco Valley in Altamira, La Consulta and Gualtallary. The vines are an average 46 years old. the wine is then matured for 16 months in French oak, 60% of which is new. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2018. 167312 14% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. December 12, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Trapiche Reserve Malbec 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: A tasty and full-bodied Argentine red wine made from the country's classic Malbec grape. The vines are planted between 750 and 1100 metres above sea level. Aromas of black fruit, pepper and toasty oak. Pair with grilled meats and Argentine asado (BBQ). Drink: 2015-2018. 614651 14% D 750 mL  $14.20 Score: 90/100. May 27, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Trapiche Imperfecto Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: The joke in the name is that this wine is imperfect because it has 3% Cabernet Franc ... 100% Malbec would be perfecto, according to the winemaker, such is the devotion to the country's flagship grape. However, there are no flaws here with this wine that is made from Malbec on its own-rooted massal selection and planted at 1300 metres above sea level in Gualtallary, Tupungato, Mendoza. Loaded with fleshy ripe black fruit, pepper and smoke. Concentrated yet balanced. Pair with hearty stews and meat dishes. Drink: 2016-2026. 516914 14% D 750 mL  $54.00 Score: 95/100. September 3, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Luca Malbec 2014, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied Argentine Malbec with lots of attractive mocha and chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging. Fleshy black fruit emerges on the palate. Delicious and layered. The grapes for this robust red wine come from three vineyards in the Uco Valley in Altamira, La Consulta and Gualtallary. The vines are an average 46 years old. The wine is then matured for 16 months in French oak, 60% of which is new. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2016-2022. 167312 14% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 94/100. July 22, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Viña Cobos Felino Malbec 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: The Malbec grapes for this elegant red wine are selected from several mountain vineyards in the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyon districts of the Mendoza wine region that are planted at altitudes of 2,300 and 3,800 feet above sea level. The cool nights high on the mountainside where the vines for this wine are planted provide a lively, vibrant balance for this full-bodied wine that is redolent of blackberry and black cherry. Terrific smoky finish with a lingering note of dried herbs. Finishes with attractive black fruit and minerality. Polished tannins. Pair with prime rib. This unfiltered Argentine red wine is produced by the renowned Californian winemaking consultant Paul Hobbs. Drink: 2016-2020. 118067 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. January 27, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Trapiche Gran Medalla Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A wine for hedonists: layered, complex, juicy and sumptuous. Aromas of fleshy black plums and smoke. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2016-2021. 467977 14% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 95/100. April 26, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Trapiche Pure Malbec 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: A terrific robust Argentine red wine, especially for this price point! Full-bodied, juicy and savoury Malbec with aromas and flavours of black fruit and toasty oak. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2017-2021. 370924 14% D 750 mL  $16.75 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Gran Lurton Bodega Piedra Negra Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: This full-bodied, single vineyard Argentine red wine offers incredible depth, concentration and power. Black fruit and juicy goodness. This is a single-vineyard Uco Valley Cabernet Sauvignon featuring aromas of black raspberry and cloves. The vines for this robust Argentine Cabernet are planted in the foothills of the Andes. Finishes with dark fruit and toasty oak. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2019. 980334 14% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 6, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Trapiche Iscay Malbec Cabernet Franc 2011, Mendoza , Argentina: The spectacular 2011 vintage of this blockbuster Argentine red wine is a blend of 65% Malbec and 35% Cabernet Franc grown in the estate vineyards of Russell, Maipu and Los Arboles, Uco Valley, Mendoza. Iscay means two or couple representing the two grapes in the blend. The Malbec contributes juicy red fruit, structure and minerality from the Uco Valley. The Cabernet Franc fruit from the Russell Vineyard is a warmer region contributing sweet red pepper and spice. The wine is not filtered and is aged in new French oak for 12 months, then the vineyard parcels are blended and the wine is aged another 6 months in French oak. Pair with slow roasted meats or rack of lamb. Drink: 2012-2025. 450585 14.50% XD 750 mL  $60.00 Score: 98/100. September 3, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Trapiche Gran Medalla Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: A spectaclarly well-crafted wine, especially for this price point. Rich, full-bodied and savoury with aromas of dark fleshy berries and some meaty notes that are very satisfying. Lots of great layers. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2014-2021. 13608 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 3, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Trapiche Terroir Series Finca Ambrosia Single Vineyard Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Made from 100% Malbec grapes grown in the Gualtallany, Tupungato regions of Mendoza planted at 1307 metres above sea level in calcium carbonate soils. Gualtallany is an increasingly fashionable region within the Mendoza as the fruit there develops rich polyphenols in the skins: colour, flavour and tannin character. Aromas of black fruit, smoke, pencil led and anise with great minerality. The wine was aged for 19 months in French oak barrels. This wine is suggested to those studying for the Master of Wine exam as one of the best examples of Argentine Malbec. Each year, the front label honours one of the grape growers who provided the best fruit for the vintage. Pair with smoked meats, game birds and exam study and tasting sessions. Drink: 2016-2023. 402941 15.50% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. September 5, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Benmarco Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Los Árboles, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Classic cassis and blackcurrant aromas in this robust red wine from one of Argentina's best winemakers. Savoury, juicy and full-bodied. Great price! Try it with a hearty meat dish. Mendoza is considered the premium wine region of Argentina, with its backdrop of the Andes Mountains. Although it is better known for Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon is on the rise and is done in a both rich and vibrant red wine style. Drink: 2018-2022. 232637 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. March 2, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Trapiche Gran Medalla Malbec 2014, Mendoza, Argentina, Argentina: This blockbuster Argentine Malbec at an amazingly great price for such quality! This robst red wine made from the country's signature grape, Malbec, comes from Mendoza’s Uco Valley. Aromas of fleshy ripe black cherries and plums. Terrific structure, depth and finish. Pair with grilled meats, hard cheeses and charcuterie. Drink: 2016-2024. 467977 14% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 94/100. February 20, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Luca G Lot Pinot Noir 2015, Gualtallary, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Luca G Lot 2015 is a medium-plus-bodied Pinot Noir with grapes sourced from the Gualtallary (G Lot), Tupungato, Uco Valley in Mendoza. On the palate, the wine is dry, with ripe cherries, light herbs and finishing with a vibrant acidity. Well-balanced and tasty, pair it with herbed chicken breasts. Drink: 2018-2021. 175570 14% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. October 3, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Viña Cobos Felino Malbec 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: The Malbec grapes for this elegant red wine are selected from several mountain vineyards in the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyon districts of the Mendoza wine region that are planted at altitudes of 2,300 and 3,800 feet above sea level. The cool nights high on the mountainside where the vines for this wine are planted provide a lively, vibrant balance for this full-bodied wine that is redolent of blackberry and black cherry. Terrific smoky finish with a lingering note of dried herbs. Finishes with attractive black fruit and minerality. Polished tannins. Pair with prime rib. This unfiltered Argentine red wine is produced by the renowned Californian winemaking consultant Paul Hobbs. Drink: 2018-2022. 118067 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Luigi Bosca Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: The 2015 vintage of the robust Luigi Bosca is made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. It's beautifully balanced with deep layers of dark fruits, including blackberry, cassis and dark plum with a lick of dark spice and smoke. Ripe tannin with a supple mouthfeel. Decant one hour and enjoy with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2022. 128629 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

De Bortoli Noble One Botrytis Semillon 2016, New South Wales, Australia: Noble One is the benchmark botrytis-affected Semillon dessert wine from Australia. Rich with aromas of soft orange, white florals and honey with flavours of honeyed apricot and peach preserves. First produced in 1982. Drink: 2018-2028. 917252 10.50% S 375 mL  $29.95 Score: 96/100. December 17, 2019 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Two Hands Bella's Garden Shiraz 2016, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied, deeply concentrated Australian Shiraz with attractive aromas of black plum and blackberry. Mouth-filling and delicious. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2018-2022. 636407 15.80% D 750 mL  $61.95 Score: 92/100. January 3, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Two Hands Sexy Beast Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A succulent and robust Australian Cabernet Sauvignon aromas of black plum, smoke, cassis, dark spice and some tar. Sexy Beast is indeed sexy, with fleshy ripe back fruit, a lingering whiff of smoke and a voluptuous texture that wraps itself around your senses. Powerful, but balanced. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2017-2020. 219469 13.80% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 91/100. May 26, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Chapel Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Deep ruby hue with violet accents on the nose of this fabulous Australian red wine. Classic Cabernet nose of blackcurrant, cassis and sage brush on this Australian red wine. Full-bodied and very solidly structured. Packed with dark fruit personality and flavour. Finishes with oak spice and dried herbs. Decant 2 hours for maximum pleasure. Great for steak. This voluptuous Australian red wine would also pair well with other fine cuts of meat. Drink: 2017-2021. 965830 14.50% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 93/100. July 8, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wakefield Jaraman Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Minty coolness on the nose of this gorgeous Australian red wine is flooded by fleshy blackberry richness on the palate. A hedonist's wine to fill the senses. Full-bodied and smooth Cabernet Sauvignon. Finishes with dried herbs, tobacco leaves and cedar brush. Very satisfying, especially at this price. Pair with ribeye steak. Drink: 2017-2022. 142398 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. March 3, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

De Bortoli Wines Noble One Botrytis Semillon 2015, Riverina, New South Wales, Australia: A lusciously layered Australian dessert wine made from the classic Semillon grape. Rich aromas and flavours of honeyed apricot and peach preserves. Lovely nose of orange blossom, honey wax and white flowers. Terrifically concentrated sweetness at 231 grams per litre of residual sugar. Spreads with gorgeous textural weight across the palate. Australian dessert wines are often referred to as "stickies" however, there's nothing cloying about this wine and the only aspect that stickie is the memory of its taste. It has a refreshing finish. Pair with lemon tart, soft cheeses and smoked nuts. Drink: 2017-2023. 917252 10% S 375 mL  $29.95 Score: 96/100. October 15, 2016 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Josef Chromy Pepik Pinot Noir 2014, Tasmania, Australia: Deep and smoky Australian Pinot Noir from the cool climate island of Tasmania. This bottling from Josef Chromy is juicy, racy and mouth-watering as red cherries dance across your mouth, waking up on your senses in a pure Aussie fruit sensation. This isn’t earthy or spicy: it’s sunny and tasty and complex. Finishes long and smooth with black cherry and pepper. Great concentration and focus of flavour. Try this Pinot Noir with roast turkey. Drink: 2016-2019. 162990 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. August 6, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Wolf Blass Grey Label Shiraz 2013, Mclaren Vale, Australia: A voluptuous, mouth-filling Australian Shiraz that tastes twice as expensive as it costs = bargain. The grapes are grown in the cool climate of the Mclaren Vale, which results in both freshness and complex depth of flavour. Winemaker Chris Hatcher manages the vineyards for his wines very intensely, even using overhead infrared mapping to determine which soils are best for which grapes, and how much to water or not. Drink: 2015-2025. 390872 14.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 94/100. December 15, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Schild Estate Shiraz 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia: Big fleshy blackberries and black plums roll off the nose followed by savoury goodness and mouth-watering juiciness on the palate. Layers of pleasure with a long finish. Some dark spice and smoke on the finish. Oh double yum. There's some dark spice, black fruit and deeply seated longing and desire on the finish. Give this wine the filet mignon it deserves. Drink: 2013-2018. 66555 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Luscious and rich with cassis, fleshy blackberry and blackcurrant. Absolutely classic with a long finish. Tremendous quality for the price. There's some seductive anise and dark spice on the long finish. The bold wine has longevity, not only for this vintage in your cellar, but also this particular wine has been made now for 54 years. It's matured in French oak and the grapes are selected from Wynns' top vineyards. Liquid velvet. Drink: 2013-2017. 84996 14% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 95/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

De Bortoli Wines - Yarra Valley Noble One Botrytis Semillon 2008, New South Wales, Australia: This dessert wine rules! Want visions of sugarplums in your head this holiday... Bring it, with this wine! A lusciously layered dessert wine with rich aromas and flavours of honeyed apricot and peach preserves. Triple yum! Drink: 2010-2017. 917252 10% S 375 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Concha y Toro Winemaker's Lot 148 Carmenère 2012, Rapel Valley, Chile: Gorgeously rich and full-bodied Chilean red wine made from the country's signature red grape, Carmenere. The grapes are grown in the estate's Las Pataguas Vineyard. This wine offers savoury, meaty blackberry liqueur aromas and dark spices. This is an amazing wine for the money. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 30957 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 10, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A spectacularly rich and full-bodied Chilean Cabernet that also manages to be wonderfully balanced and long on the finish. Nicely balanced acidity for meat dishes with tangy or tomato sauces. Great structure and elegance. Very fresh on the finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2024. 203364 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. March 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Montes Alpha Carmenère 2013, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Gorgeous richness and depth on the nose and palate of this Chilean red wine. This Carmenere (aka Merlot) is incredibly concentrated rich and deep with fleshy black plums that you can dive head first into. Wow. This wine is aged for 12 months n French oak barrels. Another phenomenal wine from Montes. Drink: 2015-2022. 143230 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. August 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Unique Edition Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipo Valley, Chile: A gloriously rich and complex Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon with Bordeaux elegance and styling. Layered and long on the finish. Aromas of cassis and black currant and smoke. Perfect for a rare filet mignon. A steal at this price. Drink: 2016-2021. 469254 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 94/100. December 30, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Maipo Valley, Chile: Each of the wine from this 1865 portfolio is made from its own selected vineyard planted with the particular grape in mind. This gorgeous Chilean Cabernet is full-bodied with fleshy, caressing blackberries. Lots of dark fruit flavour and a long satisfying sigh of a finish. This Cabernet is planted in the winery's Alto Maipo vineyard planted 40 years ago with vines propagated by massal selection. Average summer high temperatures hover around 30 degrees Celsius or 86 degrees Fahrenheit. The vinse are in clay-loam soils in an alluvial terrace. Drink: 2017-2020. 37911 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 16, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Carmenère 2015, Aconcagua Alto, Chile: A gorgeous, full-bodied, supple, smooth Chilean Carmenère from a master producer. Aromas of dark berries, spice and smoke. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2018-2022. 546424 14.20% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. May 26, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A big, bold Chilean red wine with classic aromas of fleshy ripe black plums, spice and smoke. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2023. 203364 14% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Arboleda Carmenère 2015, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Arboleda is a boutique winery nestled in the heart of the Aconcagua Valley that handcrafts six exclusive single vineyard wines, each from a unique terroir, according to the back label. The wine's name, Arboleda, is a tribute to the 1,450 hectares of native forest that surround the winery's sustainably farmed vineyards. The 2015 vintage is elegant, smooth and full-bodied with fleshy black plum aromas and flavours. Generous and mouth-filling. Great price for this quality from Eduardo Chadwick, well respected within the Chilean wine community and beyond. Long, satisfying finish. Pair with grilled lamb. Drink: 2018-2021. 26235 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 17, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A big, bold Chilean red wine with classic aromas of fleshy ripe black plums, spice and smoke. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2022. 203364 14% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. November 25, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Maipo Valley, Chile: Savoury, cedar-rich Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon. An extraordinary value. Luscious and full-bodied with layers of pleasure. Fleshy ripe black plums and dark spice. Yes please! Pair with ribs and steak. Drink: 2016-2020. 18721 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. May 26, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Montes Alpha Carmenère 2015, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: The Carmenère wine grapes for Montes Alpha 2015 were sustainably dry farmed. This Carmenère is incredibly concentrated rich and deep with fleshy black plums that you can dive head first into. Just another phenomenal wine from Montes with dark plum, blackberry and dark chocolate flavours on the palate. Drink: 2018-2025. 143230 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Concha y Toro Terrunyo Peumo Vineyard Block 27 Carmenère 2016, Peumo, Cachapoal Valley, Chile: The vines are planted in alluvial clay loam 170 metres above sea level. Winemaker Ignacio Recabarren hones his craft on this single-vineyard bottling. This Chilean red wine is made from the country's iconic red grape Carmenère sourced from the winery estate's Peumo Vineyard Block 27. Grapes are sourced from Entre Cordilleras, Peumo and Cachapoal Valley where the climate is sunny, sub-humid Mediterranean with pronounced daily temperature variation. The Spanish word Terrunyo means terroir. This Carmenère is complex, deep, savoury and bursting with luscious black fruit aromas and flavours. This wine gives and gives right out to a long finish. Brought to us by Concha Y Toro. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2022. 562892 13.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. July 3, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Primus Carmenère 2016, Apalta, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Primus 2016 is a great value Caménère produced by Alto de Casablanca in Apalta, Colchagua Valley. On the palate, this medium-full bodied red is black currant, vanilla, plum pudding, chocolate, eucalyptus, sage and rosemary with spicy pepper finish. Tannins are medium and acidity is refreshing with a long finish. The Caménère vines for this wine are planted with a southern exposure along the Tinguiririca River's old terraces. The winery practices sustainable agriculture. Drink: 2018-2022. 439356 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Château de Nages 2015, Costières De Nîmes, Rhône A.P., France: Château De Nages 2015 is medium-plus red wine blend of mostly Grenache with Syrah and some Mourvèdre grapes from "vielles vignes" in the Costières De Nîmes, Rhône wine region. Produced by Michel Gassier, it's juicy, smooth and layered. The grapes were de-stemmed and both the Syrah and Mourvèdre components were matured for 1 year on the lees in French oak barrels. The Grenache portion is kept in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness. This AC wine was bottled without filtration. Incredible value from this estate. Drink: 2018-2022. 40964 15% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Domaine du Grapillon d'Or 2015, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France: This is black liquid velvet; so tantalizing to the tongue and senses. Gigondas is my go-to region on a restaurant list. There are 35 acres planted for this wine that produces 50,000 bottles a year. The average age of the vines is 40 years, which imparts incredible depth and complexity of flavour in the wine. The grapes are hand-picked and selected. Bursting with aromas and flavours of fleshy dark fruit, dark spices, dried herbs and garrigue. This wine is unfiltered. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2018-2025. 981787 14.50% XD 750 mL  $36.95 Score: 94/100. March 2, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

M. Chapoutier Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem 2015, Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages Latour De France, Roussillon A.C., France: This Cotes du Roussillon Villages Latour de France Occultum Lapidem sources grapes grown on vines planted in schist soils close to the village of Latour de France. It's a red wine blend of mostly Syrah and Grenache along with some Carignan grapes. The wine was matured in concrete tanks. Produced by M. Chapoutier, this is benchmark Rhone Valley red wine from a spectacular vintage. Black fruit, smoke, tar and black pepper. Full-bodied, balanced, concentrated with great depth. An incredible wine for this price point. Pair with filet mignon. Drink: 2018-2024. 643239 14% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 95/100. June 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaines Ott By Ott Rosé 2016, Provence A.C., France: Produced by Château De Selle Coeur De Grain, this is spectacularly great, and probably the best-known rosé in the region famous for it. Dried herbs, savoury goodness, bone dry, complex. This is the Dom Perignon of rosé from Provence. Domaines Ott is a Cru Classe that leads the pack worldwide for rosé, thus that price tag. Complex, wild yet elegant. Love that curvy bottle too. Pair with halibut. Drink: 2017-2019. 490896 13% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 94/100. August 5, 2017 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Taittinger Nocturne Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Toasty, bready and robust especially for a Champagne house known for the delicacy of its sparkling wines. This Champagne is a sparkling wine blend of 40% Chardonnay and 60% Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. This is a special edition bottle of the Taittinger in purple glittering squares ("reflective tiles") meant to look like a disco ball. (It certainly does after several glasses of this bubbly.) The grapes are sourced from more than 30 different crus or villages and vineyards for the final blend: that's the magic of Champagne. This champagne has a slightly sweeter dosage than the regular bottles at 17.5 grams per litre and is combined is a long aging period in the winery's cellars to create a rich and robust bubbly ready for clubbing. Taittinger's Nocturne is matured for a minimum of 4 years before disgorgement (removing the dosage and sediment to put the final cork in) which creates richness and creaminess. Love this. Pair with sushi. Drink: 2016-2021. 618389 13.50% D 750 mL  $68.95 Score: 94/100. January 3, 2019 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Veuve Clicquot Vintage Brut Rosé Champagne 2008, Champagne A.C., France: Supremely satisfying and lovely... just like Mom. Hint. Gorgeous notes of field strawberry and some subtle smoke on a long, refreshing finish. Mouth-watering and crisp with some orange citrus lift on the mid-palate. Some kind of wonderful. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2016-2028. 588475 12% D 750 mL  $125.95 Score: 96/100. November 6, 2019 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Schmitges Erdener Treppchen Riesling Spätlese 2011, Prädikatswein, Mosel, Germany: Lusciously gorgeous aromas and flavours of apricot, peach and lime. Great acidity balances the natural sweetness perfectly: think glazed ham or spicy dishes and curries. The grapes for this wine are picked late in the season so that they accumulate extra sweetness and complex flavours. Lovely orange zest finish. Perfect! Drink: 2013-2020. 336180 8% M 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 94/100. August 17, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese 2015, Mosel Prädikatswein, Germany: Lovely richness and layered with apricot preserves and peach jam on the nose and palate. Decisive sweetness is balanced by terrific mouth-watering acidity. Fleshy ripe peach and pear on the finish. Pair with mild curries and glazed ham. Drink: 2018-2023. 727370 7.50% M 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. March 17, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Mazzei Ser Lapo Riserva Chianti Classico 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: The Mazzei family have been the owners of this Italian winery, Castello di Fonterutoli, since 1435. The 2012 vintage of the Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo offers black fruit aromas and firm tannins. Juicy and full-bodied Italian red wine with lots of wild black cherry notes, some smoke and mocha. This Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo is made from Sangiovese grapes. Savoury and meaty with a long finish. Decant 2 hours for maximum pleasure. Pair with grilled meats. O Drink: 2016-2020. 288530 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. October 29, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Masi Brolo Campofiorin Oro 2012, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: Smooth, full-bodied and lovely with mocha and dark fruit goodness. Gorgeous replays of black plum and cherry across the palate. Finishes with a touch spice and espresso. Highly recommended. Dark berries on the nose with vanilla spice and baked fruit on the finish. Pair with roasted meats. Drink: 2014-2019. 976092 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. May 15, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Small Parcels Merlot Cabernet 2014, Marlborough, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: A rich, supple New Zealand red wine blend of merlot and cabernet sauvignon grapes grown on vines planted in warm region in the Hawkes Bay thus the more full-bodied and flavourful style. Perfect for grilled pork chops. Drink: 2016-2022. 447433 14% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. November 7, 2018 Top Rated Red. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Astrolabe Wines Province Pinot Noir 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Smoky, almost cedar smoked cherries. Love this style! Be prepared with a wake-up call with mouth-brightening acidity that cries out for food. Supple, satin smooth with a medium to full-bodied weight. Simply stunning. Drink: 2018-2025. 538918 14.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 94/100. March 2, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Whitehaven Pinot Noir 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: This medium-bodied New Zealand red wine is satin smooth and tickles the senses. Juicy, fleshy bright cherries and dark chocolate dance across your senses with this pinot noir. Ultra-supple and sensuous. Amazingly great price for a flagship wine. Cloudy Bay put New Zealand on the wine map for its Sauvignon Blanc, but this Pinot Noir holds its own and deserves its own shining place in the wine world. Please make me some seared tuna and top up my glass. Pinot noir is New Zealand's benchmark red wine and it shows why in this wine. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2020. 532929 13% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2017 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Vale D Maria Vintage Port 2015, Douro D.O.P., Portugal: A stunningly rich and deep vintage port with aromas of fleshy ripe blackberry, fig, and black raspberry with smoke and anise on a long, lovely finish. Pair with Black Forest Cake or enjoy on its own after dinner. Drink: 2018-2028. 582965 20% S 375 mL  $41.25 Score: 94/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Dalva Colheita Port 1995, Douro D.O., Portugal: A gorgeous tawny port with aromas of toffee, caramel and toasted almond. Perfect for crème brûlée. Drink: 2016-2025. 69930 19% S 750 mL  $51.95 Score: 94/100. April 15, 2021 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert 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

Mulderbosch Faithful Hound Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot Malbec Cabernet Franc 2011, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: The 2011 vintage was a spectacular one for this winery. In particular, the Faithful Hound red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc grapes is greatly benefiting from Mulderbosch's new, dynamic winemaker, Adam Mason. As well, there's a new owner, American Charles Banks, and together they are creating a tremendous amount of energy, vision and great wine together. The Faithful Hound offers enticing aromas of black, smoky fruit and a savoury, mouth-watering core. Some cedar notes in the background and on the finish. Perfect for prime rib or a rare steak. Decant for 1 hour. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2019. 922443 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Segura Viudas Heredad Brut Reserva Traditional Method Cava, D.O., Spain: Here's your sparkling wine for the holidays (and year round)! Terrific value in this well-made, toasty and refreshing bubbly from Spain that's a third of the price of Champagne. Segura is one of the most respected producers of Cava, the Spanish name for sparkling wine. Terrific earthy aromas mingle with toasted almond and some green apple. Great aperitif or try it with roast turkey, friend chicken, or yes, even potato chips. 558825 12% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. October 25, 2014 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Campo Arriba Old Vines Monastrell Syrah Tintorera 2014, Yecla, Spain: The 2014 vintage of the robust Spanish red wine Campo Arriba is made from grapes grown at some of the highest elevations in the Yecla region. This wine is a savoury blend of 70% Mourvèdre, 20% Syrah and 10% Grenache grapes. It was matured 3 months in small French oak barrels. The winery was founded in 1925 by the Candela family. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries, plums, anise and dark spice with toasty oak. Incredible value for the price. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2018-2022. 511519 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 3, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Blue Label Merlot 2016, California, United States: Smoky, dark and brooding Californian red wine like winemaker (and director) Francis Coppola's Dracula movie. Full-bodied and smooth with black plums and toasty oak. Coppola's Merlot grapes grow in select vineyards in Napa, Sonoma and Monterey. Full-bodied Californian red wine. Pair this wine with grilled pork chops and movie night. Drink: 2018-2024. 595686 13.10% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 91/100. September 15, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery The Leap Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, California, United States: From the Stags Leap District in the Napa Valley this is the quintessential California Cab, Stags' Leap Estate's The Leap 2015. This is an elegant, powerful and complex full-bodied red with layers of ripe blackberry, cassis, cedar spice, grilled herbs, dark olives and chocolate flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm, structured. Cellar or enjoy now and for the next 10 years. Pair with a roast beast. Stags' Leap is one of California's oldest wineries and has been making wine since 1893 and even through prohibition. Drink: 2018-2030. 142844 14.10% XD 750 mL  $125.95 Score: 95/100. January 3, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

La Crema Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2015, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: The Russian River Valley is known for producing intense and elegant Pinot Noirs and La Crema has produced yet another with their 2015 Pinot Noir. The Pinot Noir is full-bodied with smoked meat, earthy, rose petal, ripe dark cherry and red berries flavours, elegantly wrapped up in sweet cake spice and silky satin on the palate. Drink now and drink often. Pair with a roast goose for the holidays. Drink: 2018-2024. 906404 14.50% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 93/100. December 17, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Sterling Napa Valley Merlot 2015, Napa Valley, California, United States: Sterling released its first-ever vintage-dated California Merlot in 1969 and is known for its smooth, full-bodied and superbly balanced Merlot wines. The 2015 vintage is silky with soft ripe blackberry, cherry, plum and chocolate tones. Tannins are fine and there is good acidity on this wine for food. Pair with Porchetta sandwiches. Drink: 2018-2024. 330241 14.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. January 3, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

William Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, North Coast, California, United States: Rich and expressive, with grapes grown along California's north coast and central coast. Opens with jammy ripe blackberries and a decadent toasty oak finish. Terrific balance and a long finish on this Californian Cabernet with great restraint, yet not shy on flavour or character at all. Aromas of fleshy black plum and smoke. Supple, smooth and juicy. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017-2022. 453647 14.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 91/100. September 16, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

H3 Columbia Crest Merlot 2013, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington State, United States: The difference between daytime and nighttime temperatures in this eastern Washington state wine region is the reason why Merlots like this one are terrific. In October, during the last weeks of the key ripening season before harvest the nighttime temperature can plummet from 35 degrees in the day to just 20 degrees at night which allows for ripening during the day but then the grapes stop in the night and preserve freshness and natural acidity. The great thing is that the grapes don't get over-ripe as in some warm climates where photosynthesis produces more sugar and therefore more alcohol. That's why Washington red wines are often a moderate 13% alcohol. This wine features aromas of dark spice, fleshy blackberry and smoke. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2019. 209874 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. January 27, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Shafer One Point Five Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, California, United States: Vintages Wine Panel: This wine doesn’t have the detail of their famed Hillside Select, but it’s remarkably close in quality. The texture, that signal aspect of SLD fruit, is layered and as rich as French roast coffee, with an underlying tension that keeps the wine focused on high-toned red fruit, dark earth and violet scents. It’s powerful and guarded when first poured, growing sleek and classical with a day of air. This should drink increasingly well over the next ten years. WSP. My note: Aristocratic New World elegance: one of the best-made California Cabernets, period. Love the way they bring it all together: lovely black fruit aromas, smoke, balance, length. 45476 14.50% D 750 mL  $85.95 Score: 95/100. December 5, 2009 Favourite Red Wine. Full Review

Cannonball Merlot 2014, Sonoma County California, United States: Lots of mocha and dark chocolate on the nose from generous, but balanced oak aging. Some black fruit underneath and mouth-watering juiciness for a wide range of dishes from steak to grilled pork chops. Make a splash with Cannonball at your next potluck gathering. This Californian red wine features bing cherry, fig, spice, anise and dark chocolate on the nose. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2016-2021. 342824 13.70% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 91/100. November 25, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, 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: 2017-2020. 444059 13.90% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Sterling Merlot 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Sterling is known for its smooth, full-bodied and superbly balanced Merlot wines. This classic from the heart of Napa Valley is a Vintages Essential product. Sterling launched California's first-ever vintage-dated wine back in 1969. The 2011 vintage is loaded with aromas of blackberry and black plum. Superb. Drink: 2017-2020. 330241 14.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. July 22, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review