Graffigna Grand Reserve Malbec 2010, San Juan, Argentina: Smoky with dark fruit: perfect for barbecues! Lots of rich flavour here with a satisfying full-bodied texture. Fire up the grill and crack open a bottle! This is one of Argentina’s best malbecs at this price point and previous vintages of the wine have won numerous awards in competition. Stock up now for your early spring and summer gatherings, especially though on the patio with the grill as this wine will drink beautifully. Drink: 2012-2016. 162149 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. June 8, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

The Hedonist Walter Clappis Wine Co. Shiraz 2009, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Savory, meaty and juicy with luscious layers of black fruit. This is a big-boned wine, yet balanced. Love the replays of fleshy blackberries and plums across the palate. Mouth-watering and perfect for ribeye steak. Bring it on. Drink: 2011-2016. 90191 14% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. June 22, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Thorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This full-bodied red wine wonder is a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon and 44% Shiraz grapes. It packs a lot of black fruit flavour along with attractive dark spices, pepper and anise. It's concentrated, rich and deep with a long, satisfying finish. Bring it on with a prime rib dish. Drink: 2013-2018. 296582 14.70% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. August 16, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Small Gully The Formula Robert's Shiraz 2006, South Australia, Australia: Lovely the juiciness that doesn’t stop giving. Fleshy fruit roll across your mouth and there’s a gorgeous liveliness to the black berries and plums. Long finish. Superb, especially at this price. 142935 15.90% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 7, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review