Heirloom Vineyards Shiraz 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Heirloom Vineyards 2019 Shiraz is a wild fermented Shiraz with grapes sourced from the cool-climate McLaren Vale. Look for fresh blackberry, dark cherry, plum, earthy florals and anise spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained. This vintage was matured 16 months in American and French oak barrels. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2033. 23343 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Arboleda Chardonnay 2019, Aconcagua Costa D.O., Chile: From the Aconcagua Costa wine region, Arboleda 2019 is a big, buttery Chardonnay with ripe stone fruit, apple pie spice and Meyer lemon flavours toasty on the palate. A great value, single vineyard Chardonnay sourced from the winery's Chilhué vineyard in Quillota, 12 kilometres from the Pacific Ocean and in the Aconcagua Costa wine region. Drink: 2022-2024. 606772 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. May 11, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Emiliana Coyam Syrah Carmenere Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Mourvèdre Malbec 2012, Colchagua Valley, Chile: This beautifully structured, full-bodied Chilean red wine offers complex aromas of pencil led, smoke, cassis, wild blackberry and wild violets. Superbly balanced with great structure. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2014-2018. 63891 14.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. December 30, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Domaine Durieu Châteauneuf-Du-Pape 2014, Rhone A.C., France: The 2014 vintage of this blockbuster Châteauneuf du Pape is a blend of mainly Grenache grapes along with 10% Syrah and 5% Mourvèdre, with some minor bits of other grapes. Robust and towering southern French red wine from the heart of the Rhone Valley, with black and dark red raspberry and blackberry aromas. Violets, anise and dark spices on the palate with a velvet smooth texture and ultra-long finish. Perfect dinner party wine or gift wine. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Will cellar well. Drink: 2016-2022. 320168 15% XD 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 91/100. January 27, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Fontanafredda Barolo 2013, Piedmont DOCG, Italy: Vittorio Emanuele II, Italy's first king, bought this winery in 1858 and started making wines. The estate today is now owned by entrepreneur Oscar Farinetti. This northern Italian red is surprisingly nimble and elegant for Barolo, which usually strikes a much deeper chord. Great mouth-watering acidity for tangy tomato and meat sauces. Full-bodied and smooth with aromas of tart cherry and wild violet. Drink: 2018-2028. 20214 14% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 91/100. October 30, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Banfi Principessa Gavia Gavi 2017, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Pure lemon sunshine in this zesty Italian white wine from Vigne Regali (Gavi)! Finishes crisply with notes of chives and lemon. The ancient story says that the Principessa Gavia, daughter of the King of the Franks, had a village and a wine named after her. Clean, crisp and refreshing with terrific mouth-watering acidity for seafood and salads. Medium-bodied layers of pleasure in this DOCG wine. This would also be a great aperitif. Produced by Vigne Regali Banfi, this Italian white wine is made from the local Cortese grape and offers lots of refreshment. Lots of minerality and acidity. Drink: 2018-2020. 250696 12% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 2, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Barone Ricasoli Rocca Guicciarda Riserva Chianti Classico 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: This is the 2015 vintage from the Tuscany wine region, Barone Ricasoli Rocca Guicciarda Riserva is a full-bodied Chianti Classico. Lot of ripe dark fruit with dried herbs and spicy chocolate flavours on the palate. Lots of mouth-watering acidity as well. A smooth classic Chianti with aromas of dark fruit, sun-dried tomato and dried herbs. Mouth-watering acidity for a wide range of dishes from pasta in tomato sauce to spicy sausages. This wine is a blend of mostly Sangiovese grapes, with a little Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Finishes with baking spices, dried herbs. Pair with game meats, Italian sausage or meats sauces. Pair with a rich tomato sauce and sausage casserole. Decant for two hours prior to serving. Drink: 2018-2030. 943613 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 88/100. May 16, 2019 Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Submission Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, California, United States: Submission 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is an excellent value California Cab under $20. Look for ripe black fruit, vanilla, baking spice, smoky and toasty oak flavours plushy on the palate. Wine grapes were sourced from Sonoma, Napa, Paso Robles and Lodi. Pair with grilled lamb chops. Drink: 2022-2027. 628230 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. March 5, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Seven 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 Review