Penfolds Koonunga Hill Shiraz Cabernet 2017, South Australia, Australia: A juicy, smoky, full-bodied Australian red wine blend of Shiraz and Cabernet grapes. Love the aromas of campfire smoke and dark fruit on the palate and fnish. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2018-2021. 285544 13.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. October 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Novas Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Maipo Valley, Chile Drink: 2020-2023. 13874 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95. June 22, 2020 Full Review

Tabalí Vetas Blancas Syrah 2016, Viñedo Espinal, Limarí Valley D.O., Chile: A full-bodied Chilean Syrah from the Limarí Valley loaded with dark plum, currant, pepper, minty, dark chocolate flavours rich on the palate. Finishes with saline mineral notes and good acidity for grilled red meats. Grapes are sourced from the Espinal Vineyard, 24 kilometres from the sea. Drink: 2020-2023. 213538 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 25, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Château Tertre de Launay 2018, Entre-Deux-Mers, Bordeaux A.C., France: I have always loved this Entre-Deux-Mers. It is consistently crisp and zesty. Entre-Deux-Mers is an exact translation of "between two seas" and refers to the area between Bordeaux's Garonne and Dordogne rivers. This is a dry, vibrant white wine blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscadelle varietals and aged on its lees. Juicy with lemon grass, lemon-lime citrus zest and tropical fruit flavours - a zesty, mouth filling rollercoaster ride on the palate. Pair with grilled seafood dishes. Drink: 2020-2022. 633909 12.30% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. July 16, 2020 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Tommasi Graticcio Appassionato 2017, Veneto, Italy: From Tommassi, a medium-bodied vibrant Corvina, Rondinella and Merlot red wine blend made in a similar method as Amarone wines. When wine grapes are harvested, they are air-dried, thereby concentrating the flavours prior to fermentation. Lush and spicy with dried fruit, dark cherry, savoury herb and nutty flavours rich on the palate. Drink: 2019-2028. 338939 12.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Peter Zemmer Pinot Grigio 2017, Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Peter Zemmer is one of the most respected producers of Pinot Grigio with grapes for this 100% PG sourced from some of the best vineyards on Alto Adige region's valley floor as well as its steep slopes. Fresh florals, pear, citrus zest and tropical fruit notes on the nose. Dry, fresh with ripe pear, honeyed apple, citrus zest and clean mineral flavours finishing long on the palate. Well-balanced and fresh. Pair with fresh-steamed shellfish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Drink: 2020-2021. 95802 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 21, 2020 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Monte Antico 2013, Tuscany IGT, Italy: Made in a modern style with generous oak aging. Full-bodied Italian red wine that's a blend of 85% Sangiovese grapes with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot. This is a collaboration with winemakers Neil Empson and Franco Bernabei. The vines are planted on Tuscan hillsides and then aged 1 year in oak barrels and another 6 months in bottle before being released from the winery. Pair with meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2013-2018. 69377 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 86/100. September 5, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Casale dello Sparviero Chianti Classico 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Drink: 2019-2022. 10358 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95. December 17, 2019 Full Review

Storia Antica Superiore Valpolicella Ripasso 2017, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A juicy, savoury and well-priced Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore from the Veneto wine region. Full-bodied with rich dark fruit, smoky and toasty oak spice flavours on the palate from oak ageing. Well-structured and balanced with supple tannins. "Storia antica" translates to "ancient history," and in recognition of the old world wine style of drying grapes prior to fermentation. Drink: 2019-2025. 273672 14% D 750 mL  $18.25 Score: 91/100. January 8, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Bollini Pinot Grigio 2018, Trentino DOC, Italy Drink: 2016-2018. 951319 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95. December 8, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Tommasi Poggio al Tufo Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: From Tommasi, a smooth and full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from the winery estate's Poggio al Tufo vineyard in Pitigliano in the heart of the Maremma Tuscany region. The wine is matured for 1 year in Slovenian oak barrels. Earthy with dark plum, dark cherry and savoury and pepper spice flavours on the palate. Pair with a meaty lasagne. Drink: 2020-2023. 203927 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. May 27, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Prova Cega 2017, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: A robust Portuguese red with dark plum, chocolate, fine dried herb aromas on the nose. dark cherry, red plum, mocha, anise and savoury spice flavours on the palate. Structured dusty tannins. Drink: 2019-2022. 446054 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. September 25, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Cabriz Encruzado Branco Reserva 2016, Portugal Drink: 2018-2021. 13% D 750 mL. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Casa Santos Lima Confidencial Reserva 2014, Vinho Regional Lisboa, Portugal Drink: 2019-2024. 452789 13.50% M 750 mL  $14.95. May 25, 2019 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Herdade Peso Trinca Bolotas 2019, Alentejo D.O.C., Portugal: Herdade Peso Trinca Bolotas 2019 is a rich, smoky and spicy, medium-bodied Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional and Aragonez red wine blend with fresh blackberry, blueberry, dark chocolate, sweet dried tobacco leaf, savoury herbs and smoky spicy flavours on the palate. The Aletejo pig featured on the front of the bottle wanders freely in the region's oak forests, feasting on a diet rich in acorns. It's native to Europe and the only species of grazing pig Europe. So, pair this wine with roast suckling pig. Drink: 2021-2025. 431064 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. March 19, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Lua Cheia - Saven Album Reserva Red 2018, Alentejano, Portugal: From the Alentejano wine region, Album Reserva 2018 is a fragrant, rich and intense red wine blend of Syrah, Petit Verdot, Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) and Alicante Bouschet. Floral and spicy on the nose, full on the palate with dark cherry, violets, plum, cinnamon and anise spice flavours finishing long. Pour with grilled lamb chops. Wine grapes were sourced from vines grown in clay, sandstone and schist soils. Produced by winemaker, Francisco Baptista. Drink: 2021-2024. 616945 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. May 11, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Nederburg The Manor House Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Great value under $17 on this full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with a splash of Merlot and Tannat added to the blend. Look for ripe dark fruit, fresh herbs, pepper spice and smoky vanilla flavours on the palate. Tannins are supple and smooth. Drink: 2019-2023. 68767 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 1, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Nederburg Manor House Shiraz 2015, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: The South African Nederburg Manor red wine was named in honour of the Cape Dutch home built in 1800 on the winery estate by Nederburg's founder, Philippus Wolvaart. Manor House 2015 Shiraz is smoky on the nose with ripe berry and cherry aromas. Dry, smooth and silky on the palate with dark fruit, dark cherry, dark chocolate and spicy flavours. Superb value under $20. Pour it with a grilled Bavette steak. Drink: 2019-2023. 68775 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. January 8, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Ego Bodegas El Goru Monastrell Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: Produced by Ego Bodegas, El Goru Gold 2018 Goru Gold is a rich and concentrated red wine blend of Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah grapes sourced from the Jumilla wine region. Grapes ferment and macerate in contact with their skins up to 30 days at 28 degrees Celsius, then aged for 12 months in new American and French oak barrels. Look for black currant, coffee been and anise spice aromas on the nose with dark plum, mocha, savoury herbs with hints of blueberry and orange zest flavours plushy on the palate. Drink: 2022-2026. 443945 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. October 22, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Goru Gold Monastrell Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah 2017, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: A savoury, juicy, full-bodied Spanish red wine blend of Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah grapes. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and plums. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2020-2028. 13621 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 30, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Tom Gore Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, California, United States Drink: 2019-2026. 451336 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95. May 15, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review