La Posta Angel Paulucci Vineyard Malbec 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Mocha and coffee-richness on the nose followed by tasty ripe black plums on the palate and a good grip. Decant 1-2 hours. Drink: 2012-2015. 75515 13.50% D 750 mL  $16.75 Score: 88/100. November 10, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Blueberry-blackberry pie aromas on the nose with enticing dark spices and smoke. Full-bodied, supple and smooth. Pair with roast beef or prime rib. Great price. Highly recommended. A terrific wine for the holidays, whether to give or to get. Drink: 2013-2018. 79798 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. June 27, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Benmarco Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2013, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust and vibrant red wine that offers lots of pleasure in every glass. Coffee, mocha and espresso on a black fruit layers of full-bodied goodness. Smoky to the finish. Unfined and unfiltered before bottling and produced by Dominio del Plata. Try it with hamburgers or meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2014-2016. 657601 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Robust and savoury with blackberry and wild cassis. Firm tannic grip. A great value. Pair with a rare steak. Dominio del Plata produces this blend of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and 5% Merlot grown at 1,160 metres above sea level. The wine was aged for 13 months in 80% new French oak barrels and 20% second use French oak. Winemaker Susana Balbo has been unofficially dubbed the "Evita of Wine" in her native Argentina. She had been making superb wine for 25 years as a winemaking consultant before establishing her own winery, Dominio del Plata, in 1999. The Signature line of wines are her premium portfolio. Drink: 2016-2020. 260919 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. January 27, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Trapiche Finca Las Palmas Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: Beautifully structured and balanced Argentine Cabernet with attractive aromas of cedar brush, cassis and black currant. Very classic in its styling and elegance. Perfect for filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2022. 143206 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

14 Estate Blend Los Haroldos 2014, Argentina, Argentina: Full-bodied with firm tannins and black fruit, smoke, tar and oak. Pair with rare meats. Drink: 2018-2020. 512202 14.20% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2018 Full Review

Elderton Ode To Lorraine Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Merlot 2015, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Elderton`s Ode To Lorraine 2015 is produced by the Ashmead Family and is a full-bodied red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, with Shiraz and Merlot grapes. Select barrels of each finished wine are chosen for this blend which is partially fermented in concrete and barrel. Elderton winery is certified Carbon Neutral. This big Australian red wine had ripe, juicy blackberry, savoury spice, dark fruit and oaky spice flavours on the palate. A perfect winter-warming red to enjoy by the fire with a cheesy comfort-food pizza. Drink: 2018-2035. 976423 14.50% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 94/100. January 8, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Strapper Gsm Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2014, South Australia, Australia: So lovely and juicy with rich layers of black cherry aromas and dark spice. A juicy, delicious, full-bodied Australian red wine blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (aka Mourvèdre) grapes. Consistently great year after year. Perfect for barbecued meats. Drink: 2016-2020. 295873 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Kilikanoon Killerman's Run Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Juicy and lip-smacking delicious without being too heavy. Mocha, sweet dark plums and smoke aromas with blackcurrant weave in this full-weighted Australian red wine. Solid, balanced and delicious. Try it with a hearty meat dish. Drink: 2015-2020. 675223 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 89/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

The Black Chook Shiraz Viognier 2015, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: 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: 2016-2022. 66738 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. August 5, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Katnook Founder's Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Mint-menthol with sweet fleshy blackberry and purple plums. Full-bodied, supple and juicy. Finishes with spice and bumbleberry pie. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2022. 660332 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Small Gully The Formula Robert's Shiraz 2010, South Australia, Australia: A rich, full-throttle Australian red wine that weighs in at a staggering 15.9% (why not round up?) Nonetheless it doesn't taste hot or out of balance as it has the fruit and structure to support that alcohol. Here's your go-to red when you want the most "bang" for your buck. Beats vodka by a long shot. Drink: 2012-2017. 142935 15.90% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Chardonnay 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied Australian Chardonnay with lovely replays of green apple, smoke and butter across the palate. Terrific stonefruit on the finish along with some toasty oak. Terrific minerality and racy acidity for food. Pair with seared tuna or scallops. Drink: 2015-2018. 468728 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. December 12, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book Shiraz 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This robust Barossa Shiraz reads well on the palate and finish. A narrative of rich and layered nuances of blackberry, mint and black plum aromas. Smooth, with polished tannins and a long finish. Terrific mouth-watering juiciness. Pair this big red with roast beef or a literary bio-pic film. Drink: 2015-2019. 287979 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. December 12, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Stone Dwellers Shiraz 2013, Strathbogie Ranges, Victoria, Australia: A strong acidic attack on the front and mid palate. Smoky with loads of toasty oak and chary black fruit. Heart of blackness with a mint lining. Fleshy black plums, blackberries and dark spices on this robust Australian red wine from Fowles winery. Luscious layers of flavour and complexity. Full-bodied with a long spicy satisfying finish. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2013-2018. 265967 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 87/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Yalumba Patchwork Shiraz 2013, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Shiraz from the Barossa Valley shines, and here is a prime example. With 160 years of Barossa heritage, Yalumba shows exactly what Barossa terroir is capable of. The winery creates this wine from a "patchwork quilt" of soils, aspects, microclimates and cultures, thus the name. The winery has selected specific parts of its cool-climate vineyard in the Eden Valley for this "patchwork" blend of Shiraz. It marries these with some warm plots in the Barossa Valley to create a remarkable wine. A rich, full-bodied, supple Australian red wine with attractive aromas of black plum, blackberries and black raspberries. Incredible concentration and depth with a long finish. Yalumba is synonymous with Australia wine, particularly Shiraz. Seductive notes of cedar smoke on the finish. Great for dinner parties. Excellent price for the taste and quality. Drink: 2016-2022. 98392 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 15, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book Shiraz 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: I love a little black book reading with a sympathetic robust red wine that has a big vocabulary when it comes to aromas and flavours, like this one! Rich and full-bodied with fleshy ripe blackberry, mint and black olive aromas on the nose. Layers and smooth, with polished tannins and a long finish. Terrific mouth-watering juiciness. You put on the jazz music and I'll pour the wine, deal? Drink: 2014-2020. 287979 15% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. February 7, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

The Black Chook Shiraz Viognier 2014, Mclaren Vale, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: 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: 2017-2022. 66738 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. January 27, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Cono Sur Viento Mar Pinot Noir 2013, San Antonio Valley, Chile: Lusciously fleshy ripe sweet cherry-berry aromas and flavours with a generous silky texture in this Chilean Pinot Noir. Some rose petal and cinnamon spice on the finish. Medium-bodied. This wine is made with 100% Pinot Noir. Pair with roasted chicken or turkey. Drink: 2015-2018. 235035 14% D 750 mL  $20.25 Score: 90/100. October 31, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Gran Reserva Chardonnay 2013, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Stunning quality, taste and richness for this price point! Rich, toasted almonds wrap around a core of green apple vibrancy in this Chilean white wine made from Chardonnay grapes. Balanced and luscious, with loads of hedonistic happiness. This is an amazing party wine and it also works well for dinner parties. Finished with buttered toast and apple-nut aromas. A terrific and well-priced Chilean Chardonnay with toasty oak, tropical tree fruit and green apple aromas. Pair with veal. Drink: 2015-2017. 928580 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. December 30, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Montes Alpha Pinot Noir 2014, Casablanca Valley, Anconcagua Coast D.O., Chile: A vibrant, full-bodied pinot noir with fleshy ripe cherry and berry aromas. Its juicy and generous but balanced with some terrific acidity for planked salmon or roast chicken. Montes is a flagship producer for Chile, and their wines are always incredibly well priced in relation to their superb quality and taste. Try and see for yourself. Drink: 2017-2020. 143214 14.50% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Pinot Grigio 2014, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand: Zippy and refreshing with aromas of lime and grapefruit. Ends on an up note of lime and lemon zest and springtime energy. Cool climate viticulture from the North Island shows through in this zesty Pinot Grigio. Bone-dry with lime lift through the mid-palate. Good mouth-watering acidity for seafood or an aperitif. Drink: 2014-2017. 326090 12% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. June 5, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Pinot Noir 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Beautifully balanced! This New Zealand Pinot Noir seems to get better every year, and this is no exception. Lovely cherry-berry flavours, yet not sweet. Great mouth-watering juiciness for a wide range of foods, yet not acidic. Superb craftsmanship. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2018. 626390 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. August 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Diemersfontein Chocolate Coffee Pinotage 2015, Wellington W.O., South Africa: Classic coffee nose and palate of this delicious South African Pinotage. Smoky and juicy with espresso and mocha. That's how it's supposed to smell and taste. Dry and mouth-watering. Pair with coffee-rubbed or marinated beef. Drink: 2017-2020. 956409 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Flagstone Dragon Tree Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Pinotage 2013, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Rounded, delicious and sumptuous! Sink your teeth and hedonistic heart into this South African red wine. Lovely aromas of blackberry, cassis, spice, and plum. Ripe black plum and toasty oak. Yum. Bring it on! Decant for 1-2 hours and pair with hearty meat dishes. This big red wine is a blend of cabernet sauvignon, shiraz, pinotage, and it aged in oak for 18 months. Drink: 2015-2019. 37549 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Torres Altos Ibéricos Crianza Tempranillo 2013, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: This robust Spanish red wine is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes, the country's flagship red wine varietal. The wine was matured for 12 months in oak barrels followed by prolonged bottle aging before being released from the winery. A superb Spanish red wine, especially at this price point! Full-bodied, rich and layered with aromas of black fruit, dark spice, earth and toast. Pair with game meats. Serve at 17-18 degrees Celsius. Drink: 2016-2020. 18767 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. October 15, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Jean León 3055 Merlot Petit Verdot 2014, Penedès D.O., Spain: A savoury, juicy, full-bodied Spanish red wine with seductive aromas of black chary, plum, dark spice and a kick of anise. Smooth and supple, this wine knows how to please your taste buds. Pair with roast beef or brisket. Drink: 2015-2018. 437699 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. January 31, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Cerro Añon Reserva 2009, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A full-bodied, mature Spanish red wine with dried fruit and herbs. At peak now. Not fruity at all any at now. Pair with a juicy steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 114306 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. December 12, 2015 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Ironstone Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Lodi, California, United States: A richly concentrated California Cabernet with ripe dark fruit and balanced toasty oak. Supple, smooth and full-bodied. Mocha and dark chocolate on the finish. Perfect with a juicy steak this evening. This California red wine has a respectable quality-price-ratio. Pair with barbecued meats. Drink: 2015-2018. 537597 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. January 27, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ironstone Bear Creek Old Vine Zinfandel 2014, Lodi, California, United States: Hickory woodsmoke, campfire all the way. Please, tell me that campfire story again as the smoke swirls around my head and the stars above us on this mid-summer night. Perfect for grilled meats. Ironstone delivers extreme value in the glass at many price points. Pair this blockbuster red with BBQ chicken or ribs. Drink: 2015-2019. 951889 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.25 Score: 89/100. July 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review