Terrazas de los Andes Reserva Malbec 2017, Mendoza, Argentina: A fresh and crisp Malbec with blackberry, mulberry and savoury herb flavours on the palate finishing spicy and with fresh acidity for food. Tannins are fine and silky. Pair with grilled game sausages. Drink: 2019-2024. 29280 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. May 27, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Clos de los Siete 2015, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A blockbuster Argentine red wine with grapes sourced from seven premium vineyards, thus "Siete." The much-respected consulting winemaker Michel Rolland manages the winery and oversees production. Medium-bodied with ripe black plums, blueberry, dried savoury herbs and spicy on the palate. Enjoy with grilled meats Drink: 2019-2023. 622571 14.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. February 20, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine 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

Muriel Fincas de la Villa Reserva 2014, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: from the Rioja region of Spain, this dry, medium-bodied 100% Tempranillo is fragrant with ripe strawberry, black pepper and smoked meat aromas. On the palate, it is dry, smooth and earthy with more dried berry, cherry flavours, smoked meat, earthy florals, savoury spice and toasty oak spice finish. This wine is made from Tempranillo grown on 25-year-old vines and spent 24 months in a mix of American and French oak barrels. Pair with rack of lamb. Drink: 2019-2020. 276030 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. December 17, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Murphy-Goode Merlot 2013, California, United States: A full-bodied, supple Californian Merlot with polished tannins. Seductive aromas of fleshy ripe black plum and spice. Pair with grilled lamb or pork. Drink: 2018-2022. 59295 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. January 8, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: This robust Washington red wine is a deep ruby-red hue in the glass. Aromas of intensely ripe black cherry, blackberry, cigar smoke, leather and spice. The 2016 vintage of this classic Cabernet Sauvignon has great structure and a long finish. Decant one hour and enjoy with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2023. 269357 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. January 8, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review