Catena High Mountain Vines Chardonnay 2022, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Catena High Mountain Vines 2022 Chardonnay was produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from four vineyards that are 950 to 1,450 metres above sea level. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and zesty, look for ripe peach, pineapple, lemon zest, nutty almond and vanilla flavours creamy and textured on the palate. About 60% of the wine was aged in French oak barrels for 10 months while the remainder was brought up in stainless-steel tanks. Drink through 2025. Drink: 2023-2026. 918805 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 94/100. October 5, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Clos de los Siete 2020, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Michel Rolland, Clos de los Siete 2020 is a medium-plus-bodied and juicy red wine blend of 55% Malbec, 16% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Syrah and 5% in Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc grapes. Fragrant with flinty mineral aromas, wild herbs, earthy violets, ripe blackberry and red currant flavours fresh and sleek on the palate, this beautifully crafted Mendoza red finishes long, supple and silky with dark chocolate and vanilla notes. Enjoy it through 2029. Drink: 2024-2030. 622571 14.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 95/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

El Esteco Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, Calchaquí Valley, Argentina: Drink: 2025-2030. 568907 14% D 750 mL  $23.95. December 14, 2024 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor Shiraz 2021, Langhorne Creek, South Australia,, Australia: Drink: 2024-2033. 72975 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.50. December 14, 2024 Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Torbreck Old Vines Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2022, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Drink: 2024-2029. 10223 15% XD 750 mL  $24.95. December 14, 2024 Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Wakefield Jaraman Shiraz 2022, Clare Valley Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From Clare Valley McLaren Vale, South Australia, Wakefield Jaraman 2022 Shiraz is robust, youthful and mouth filling with ripe dark cherry, blackberry, red plum, baking spice, chocolate, mint, anise and cedar brush spice flavours juicy on the palate. Tannins are structured and firm. Big, bold, juicy and very nicely balanced, enjoy it through 2034. Drink: 2024-2033. 377036 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 95/100. November 30, 2024 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Chateau Tanunda Grand Barossa Shiraz 2022, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Chateau Tanunda Grand Barossa 2022 Shiraz is great value at $23. Dry, full-bodied and intensely fragrant with blue florals, blackberry, toasty oak and anise spice wrapped up in smoky Madagascar vanilla, this Grand Barossa is generous, silky, fresh and rounded on t he palate. Enjoy it through 2034. Drink: 2024-2033. 20884 14.90% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 94/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Angove Family Crest Shiraz 2021, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From McLaren Vale, South Australia, Angove Family Crest 2021 Shiraz is great value at $20. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and vibrant with juicy dark cherry, raspberry, smoky vanilla, pepper and baking spice flavours layered and luxurious on the palate with a lingering dark chocolate finish, tannins are velvety on this beautifully crafted Shiraz. Enjoy it now through 2027 with a roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2024-2027. 12842 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 30, 2024 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Bec Hardy Garden Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: From Clare Valley, South Australia, Bec Hardy Garden Series 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is great value at $18. Lush, with milk chocolate, espresso and maraschino cherry, loamy earth, herbs and white pepper flavours, it is supple and lingers on the palate with polished tannins. Enjoy it now through 2031. Drink: 2024-2031. 40126 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. November 30, 2024 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Love Symbol Grenache 2022, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Zonte's Footstep Love Symbol 2022 is an excellent value McLaren Vale Grenache at $20. Vegan-friendly, dry, medium-plus-bodied and juicy with rose petal, ripe strawberry, blueberry with well-integrated oak spice playing in the background, this is a lovely and enticing red wine and so good now! Enjoy it through 2029. Drink: 2024-2029. 668582 14.60% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 30, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Elderton Barossa Shiraz 2021, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Elderton 2021 Shiraz is produced from estate grown grapes sourced from Elderton's Eden Valley, Greenock and Nuriootpa vineyards, from vines between 15 and 100 years of age. Fragrant with pink and blue florals, dark cherry, blackberry, blueberry, dried herb, anise, baking and pepper spice flavours with a kiss of espresso and dark chocolate on the finish, this is an intensely vibrant and gorgeous Barossa Valley red framed by fine and structured juicy tannins. Amazing value at $25, enjoy it through 2033. Drink: 2024-2033. 713024 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Johnny Q Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, South Australia, Australia: From winemaker Johnny Q, Quarisa 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is excellent value at $19. John Quarisa spent 24 years making big-brand wines prior to creating his own label. Look for ripe dark fruits, cassis, mocha and vanilla flavours on this dry, full-bodied, South-Aus red to pair with a garlic and rosemary rubbed shoulder roast of lamb. Drink: 2024-2028. 530121 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 23, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Knappstein Clare Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Knappstein 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is excellent value at $20. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and fragrant with blue florals, black currant, dark cherry, green olive, cake baking spice, this Cab is so expressive and elegant on the palate. So flavoursome with precise and pure fruit flavours, it is excellent now through 2031. Drink: 2024-2031. 23905 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 14, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Sister's Run Cow's Corner Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2022, Gomersal, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: From Gomersal, Barossa, Sister's Run Cow's Corner 2022 is a fragrant and juicy red wine blend of mostly Grenache with Shiraz and Mourvèdre in support. Fragrant with exotic spices, ginger, plum, cherry, mulberry, toasty oak and pepper spice flavours generous and vibrant on the palate, the wine finishes long, smooth and harmonious. Great value at $19, enjoy it through 2028. Drink: 2024-2028. 346510 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 5, 2024 Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Super Trooper Shiraz Cabernet 2020, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia: From Fleurieu, South Australia, Zonte's Footstep Super Trooper 2020 is a great value, vegan-friendly Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon red wine blend under $20. Fragrant with violets, black currant, blackberry, plum, black olive, savoury herb and smoky toasty oak spice flavours fresh and long on the palate, tannins are fine-grained and rounded. Nicely made and easy to love, enjoy it now through 2030. Produced from 60% Shiraz sourced from the McLaren Vale and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon from Langhorne Creek. Drink: 2024-2030. 23782 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 14, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Teusner The Riebke Shiraz 2021, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Teusner The Riebke 2021 is a blockbuster Barossa Valley Shiraz at a blockbuster price of $23. Inky dark red in the glass, it is perfumed with dark plum compote, mulberry, cherry liqueur, dark chocolate and cake baking spice flavours and borders on opulent. There is a lovely balance here of fresh acidity for food and this Shiraz is so savoury now, enjoy it through 2038. The wine is produced by the Riebke brothers in the Ebenezer district of the Barossa Valley and grapes are sourced from low-yielding, old vines. Drink: 2024-2038. 48470 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Dandelion Menagerie of the Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2022, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Dandelion's Menagerie Of The Barossa 2022 is an excellent value Barossa Valley GSM at $22. Dry, medium-bodied and a juicy blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro, it is fragrant with rose petal, crushed raspberry, cedar brush spice, savoury herbs with a kiss of mint and textured dusty tannins on the palate. Enjoy it through 2032. Drink: 2024-2032. 399899 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Megalomaniac Narcissist Riesling 2021, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Megalomaniac Narcissist 2021 Riesling is crisp, juicy and, of course, expressive with ripe pear, apple, minerally and petrol notes. The wine is off-dry and balanced with racy acidity and can take on any rich holiday dish because, well, it just can! Drink: 2023-2027. 67587 10.90% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. August 10, 2024 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Cave Spring Estate Grown Cave Spring Vineyard Chardonnay 2020, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment wine region, Cave Spring 2020 Chardonnay is fresh, creamy and rounded on the palate with ripe orchard fruit, lemon curd, sweet cake baking spices, vanilla and minerally notes. A consistently great and expressive Chardonnay with grapes sourced from high-elevation vineyards in dolostone, clay, limestone and gneiss soils, the grapes also benefit from the cooling breezes off of Lake Ontario. Drink: 2024-2025. 256552 13.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. April 13, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Produced by Eduardo Chadwick, Arboleda 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value Chilean Cab at $20. Grapes were sourced from Las Vertientes, mid-Coastal Mountain Range with cooling winds from the Pacific Ocean. Also from a cool vintage year and giving the wine fresh blackberry, herbal, red berry flavours matched with juicy acidity. Enjoy it through 2030 with red meats from the grill. Drink: 2024-2030. 606764 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Aconcagua Costa D.O., Chile: From the Aconcagua Costa wine region, Arboleda 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value Chilean Cab at $20. Produced by Eduardo Chadwick, this dry, medium-plus-bodied, vegan-friendly and fruity Cab is rich in blackberry, herbal and toasted oak spice flavours with good acidity for food and refreshing on the palate. Tannins are structured. The grapes for this vintage were sourced from the Las Vertientes zone on the west side of the Aconcagua Valley and the wine was aged 14 months in oak barrels (30% new). Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2029. 606764 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. December 16, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

MontGras Organic Pinot Noir 2021, Bío-Bío Valley, Chile: From the Bío Bío Valley, MontGras 2021 Pinot Noir is an amazing value Chilean PN at $16. Vegan friendly and produced from organically grown grapes, the wine was fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel tank. As a result of this, it is perfumed with pink florals, bright strawberry, red cherry and fresh red berry flavours elegant and vibrant on the palate. Enjoy it lightly chilled with roast quail stuffed with wild mushrooms. Drink: 2024-2028. 37871 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 14, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Falernia Titón Single Vineyard Reserva Syrah 2019, Elqui Valley, Chile: Falernia Titón Single Vineyard Riserva 2019 Syrah is produced from grapes sourced from block 16 of the Titon Vineyard. Look for bright red cherry, dried wild herbs and pepper spice flavours intense and long on this flavoursome Chilean Syrah reminiscent of northern Rhône reds. Enjoy it through 2029. Drink: 2024-2029. 27198 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Ventisquero Queulat Single Vineyard Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Trinidad Vineyard, Maipo Valley, Chile: From the Maipo Valley, Ventisquero Queulat Single Vineyard 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, vegan friendly Chilean Cab produced from sustainably grown grapes. Fresh, ripe and fruit-forward with fresh ripe blackberry, dark cherry, baking spice and chocolatey flavours lingering on the palate on a lush dark berry note, the wine is framed by velvety tannins. Drink or hold. Drink: 2024-2029. 37866 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. November 14, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Maycas Del Limarí Pinot Noir 2021, Limari Valley D.O., Chile: From the Limari Valley, Maycas Del Limarí 2021 is a vegan friendly Pinot Noir produced from sustainably grown grapes grown in mineral-laden soils with cool Pacific breezes in the land of the Incas. Dry, medium bodied and bright on the palate with red berry, raspberry, spicy and minerally flavours with a orange zesty finish savoury on the palate, it would be a perfect pairing to a roast duck breast a l'orange. Focussed and bright, enjoy it now through 2026. Drink: 2024-2026. 511105 14% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 92/100. November 30, 2024 Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: Produced by Eduardo Chadwick, Arboleda 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted from sustainably grown grapes sourced from Las Vertientes, mid-Coastal Mountain Range. The grapes in this area are treated to cooling winds from the Pacific Ocean giving this dry, medium-bodied wine fresh and rich flavours of dark cherry, blackberry, sweet and spicy dried tobacco leaf, chocolate and mint. The wine is framed with fine-grained tannins. Drink or hold through 2030. Drink: 2024-2030. 606764 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 93/100. November 23, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Famille Perrin Les Christins Vacqueyras 2021, Vacqueyras, Rhône A.C., France: From the Vacqueyras in the Côtes du Rhône wine region, Famille Perrin Les Christins 2021 is fresh with aromas of red currants, dried herbs, cracked pepper spice and meaty notes on the palate. Produced from 75% Grenache with the balance in Syrah, grapes were sourced from Dentelles de Montmirail from vines averaging 50 years of age. Grapes were hand-harvested, sorted, crushed, vatted and fermented together. Following malolactic fermentation, the wine was aged in foudres and oak barrels for one year. Drink: 2024-2029. 973453 14.50% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Famille Perrin 2021, Les Cornuds Vinsobres, Rhône A.C., France: From Les Cornuds Vinsobres, Rhône wine region, Famille Perrin 2021 is a great value Grenache and Syrah red wine blend at $22. Dry, medium-bodied and fruit-driven with bright cherry, raspberry, chocolate and dark spices on the nose and palate, tannins are fine-grained and supple as well. Ready to enjoy now. Drink: 2024-2025. 566844 14% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. November 30, 2024 Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Château de Nages Héritage Costières de Nîmes 2022, Costières de Nîmes, Rhône A.P., France: Produced by Michel Gassier, Château de Nages Héritage 2022 is a dry, medium-bodied, Old Vines, Grenache-driven red wine blend of 60% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah grapes. Perfumed with bright red berry, blueberry, plum, cracked black pepper spice, this Costières De Nîmes red finishes long on an earthy and soft citrus note. Tannins are fine-grained and velvety. Very nicely done as is its price point at $23. Drink: 2024-2030. 40964 15% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Château Hyot 2020, Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux, Bordeaux A.C., France: Drink: 2025-2028. 63537 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95. December 14, 2024 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Anselmann Ortega 2022, Pfalz Prädikatswein, Germany: From the Pfalz wine region, Anselmann 2022 Beerenauslese (375 ml) is a lushly sweet dessert wine (134 g/l res. sugar) produced from the Ortega grape. Perfumed with ripe apricot, peach, ripe apple, pear flavours unctuous on the palate with brilliant acidity to match and a long finish, this is a beautiful dessert wine and can be enjoyed lightly chilled as dessert or paired with fruit tarts, crème brûlée, custards, foie gras and creamy blue-veined cheeses. Produced from 100% Ortega, a grape variety that is a cross between Müller-Thurgau and Siegerrebe. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2023 Berliner Wein Trophy. Drink: 2024-2030. 30597 10.50% S 375 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 30, 2024 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Rocca delle Macìe Chianti Classico 2021, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Rocca delle Macìe Riserva 2021 Chianti Classico is produced from sustainably grown Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Dry, medium-bodied, this is a mouthwatering red wine blend with dark cherry, spiced plum, earthy, meaty and menthol flavours supple and long on the palate. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for 24 months. If having tonight, decant it for a few hours and enjoy it with a meaty lasagne dish, or try it from 2026 when it will be showing its best through 2040. Drink: 2026-2040. 930966 13% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 94/100. November 30, 2024 Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Tagaro Cinquenoci Primitivo 2021, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: From the Puglia wine region, Tagaro Cinquenoci 2021 Primitivo is great value at $19. Dry, medium-plus-bodied with sweet spices, dried fruit, grilled herbs and vanilla flavours creamy on the palate with a long juicy ripe berry finish, tannins are rich and structured on this ready-to-drink Primitivo. Enjoy it through the end of the decade. Drink: 2024-2030. 39121 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 30, 2024 Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Tasca d'Almerita Regaleali Lamùri 2020, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Drink: 2024-2027. 36750 14.30% XD 750 mL  $23.95. December 14, 2024 Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Vallepicciola Chianti Classico 2021, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Drink: 2026-2038. 39690 14% D 750 mL  $19.95. December 14, 2024 Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

De Bernard Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore 2023, Valdobbiadene, Prosecco D.O.C.G., Italy: From Maschio Beniamin, De Bernard 2023 Superiore DOCG brut Millesimato a fresh blend of 85% Glera 7% Verdisio and 8% Perera. It is a dry and fragrant bubble showing tropical fruit and citrusy flavours on a fine and persistent mousse. Bright and light, enjoy it chilled up with veggies and dip. Drink: 2024-2025. 39645 11% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. November 30, 2024 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Mazzei Ser Lapo Riserva Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Mazzei Ser Lapo Riserva 2020 Chianti Classico is a dry, medium-plus-bodied Tuscan red produced from mostly Sangiovese with some Merlot grapes in support. Grapes were sourced from vines 15-to-30 years of age. The wine is fragrant with earthy violets and savoury with ripe red berry, raspberry, earthy violets, citrus zest and chocolate notes framed by structured, fine-grained tannins. Very nicely balanced and finishes long on the palate. Drink or hold to 2030. Drink: 2024-2030. 288530 13.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. October 5, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Leone de Castris Negroamaro Riserva Salice Salentino 2019, Salice Salentino, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: Leone de Castris Riserva 2019 is an excellent value full-bodied Negroamaro from the Puglia wine region at $23. So fragrant and juicy, this is a robust red with rich dark cherry, blackberry, dark chocolate and flinty mineral flavours vibrant and lingering on the palate with cocoa powder tannins. An outstanding Negroamaro to drink through 2028. Drink: 2024-2028. 597534 13.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 14, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Zenato Valpolicella Superiore 2021, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Zenato 2021 Valpolicella Superiore is great value at $19. Dry, medium-bodied and perfumed with tart cherry, red currant, earthy violets, spicy and camphor notes lingering on the palate, this easy to love Valpo is produced from Corvina Veronese with Rondinella and Corvinone grapes in support. Tannins are well-integrated. Founded in 1960, Zenato is one of the most trusted names in all of wine industry. For more than half a century, Zenato has concentrated on making premium wines in Veneto. Drink: 2024-2028. 995704 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. November 14, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Rocca delle Macìe Riserva Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.Oc.G., Italy: Rocca delle Macìe Riserva 2020 is a vibrant, medium-bodied and mouth-watering Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Colorino and Merlot red wine blend, aged in French oak barrels for 24 months. Juicy with bright cherry, blackberry, meaty, earthy and savoury on the palate and lingering with a mineral kiss. Tannins are firm. Nice now, better in 2025 when it has had a chance to marry and mellow. Drink to 2040. Drink: 2025-2042. 930966 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. June 8, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Casale del Giglio Cesanese 2021, Lazio I.G.T., Italy: From the Lazio wine region, Casale del Giglio 2021 is an excellent value Cesanese at $20. Perfumed with pink florals, ripe blueberry, blackberry, spicy and juicy on the palate, this 100% Cesanese is elegant and nicely structured with excellent length. The Cesanese grape varietal has small, dark purple berries and is an ancient grape that was first planted in the Cesanese Comune area of the Lazio region in Italy. Drink: 2024-2028. 498188 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 23, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Villa Maria Wairau Valley Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Wairau Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From the Wairau Valley, Marlborough, South Island, Villa Maria Reserve 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably grown grapes. Dry, medium-bodied and showing pristine fruit flavours of passionfruit, mango, gooseberry, lemon-lime zest, grassy and herbal notes fresh and vibrant on the palate, it is drinking beautifully now through 2030. Drink: 2024-2030. 536201 12.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 95/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Rapaura Springs Reserve Pinot Noir 2020, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand: From Central Otago, Rapaura Springs Reserve 2020 Pinot Noir is produced from sustainably grown grapes. An Otago classic, fragrant with crushed, fresh dark cherry, plum, black currant, dried herbs and minerally flavours on the palate, tannins are fine-grained and velvety on this youthful PN from South Island, New Zealand. Enjoy it through 2028. Drink: 2024-2028. 32407 13.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 92/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Urlar The Mediator Gladstone Pinot Noir 2020, Wairarapa, North Island, New Zealand: Urlar The Mediator Gladstone 2020 is an intense and perfumed Pinot Noir from the Wairarapa. Fragrant with dark cherry, salumi, baking and pepper spice flavours silky-smooth on the palate, the wine is both elegant and complex. Tannins are fine-grained and this North Island, New Zealand PN is drinking beautifully now through 2026. Drink: 2024-2026. 37396 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Invivo Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Invivo 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, medium-bodied, vegan-friendly Marlborough SB and great value at $20. Generous with ripe tropical fruit, passion fruit, rock melon, lime zest flavours concentrated and crisp on the palate , it is beautifully balanced with brilliant acidity for all manner of seafood. Chill and enjoy it through 2027. Drink: 2024-2027. 14199 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Sacred Hill Marlborough Pinot Noir 2022, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Sacred Hill 2022 Pinot Noir is impressive, expressive and juicy with layers of pink florals, strawberry, raspberry, citrus zest, pepper spice and mocha flavours fresh on the palate. Lightly chill and enjoy it with lamb and veggie kebabs from the grill. Drink: 2024-2028. 277665 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. June 8, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Matawhero Single Vineyard Chardonnay 2022, Gisborne, North Island, New Zealand: From Gisborne, North Island, Matawhero 2022 Chardonnay is vegan-friendly and is produced from sustainably-grown grapes sourced from a single vineyard that is dry-farmed. Youthful and fresh with grapefruit zest, apple, stone fruit and spicy notes on the nose and palate, it continues to reveal itself with baked apple pie, lemon cream, toasty oak spice and nutty flavours balanced with fresh acidity. Enjoy it with a roast chicken dinner through 2028. Drink: 2024-2028. 36867 13% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 92/100. June 22, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Casa de Cambres Grande Reserva 2017, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Casa de Cambres Grande Reserva 2017 is a dry, full-bodied and mature Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional and Touriga Franca red wine blend ready to enjoy now. Look for ripe dark berry, spiced plum, cherry and aged woody notes on this smooth and spicy red from the Douro wine region. Enjoy it with a rich and juicy roast of pork. Drink: 2024-2030. 37724 13% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 93/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mullineux Kloof Street Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2022, Swartland W.O., South Africa: From Swartland wine region, Mullineux Kloof Street 2022 Chenin Blanc is produced by Chris & Andrea Mullineux from Old Vines Chenin. Fresh with aromas of sliced apple, pear, lemon zest and flinty mineral flavours creamy on the palate, this dry, medium-bodied, sleek and zesty South African white wine is drinking beautifully now. Drink: 2024-2025. 21111 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2022, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Mulderbosch Faithful Hound 2022 is a vegan-friendly, full-bodied red wine blend of 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc and 18% Petit Verdot grapes sourced from the Stellenbosch wine region. The Faithful Hound label is in honour of a dog who when abandoned by his master kept a three year vigil outside an empty cottage on the Mulderbosch Farm. Excellent value at $22, this South African red is rich and fleshy with layers of spiced plum, blueberry, raspberry and blackberry flavours finishing savoury and supple on the palate. Drink: 2024-2030. 922443 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Radford Dale Vinum Chenin Blanc 2022, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Stellenbosch wine region, Radford Dale Vinum 2022 is a vegan-friendly Chenin Blanc produced from sustainably grown grapes from 40-plus year old bush vines. Look for rich ripe pear, melon, stone fruit and soft orange citrus flavours on this zesty and expressive Chenin. Amazing value at $20, enjoy it now through 2026. Drink: 2024-2027. 13338 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 5, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Ramón Bilbao Tempranillo 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Ramón Bilbao Gran Reserva 2015 is dry, full-bodied and smooth red wine blend of 90% Tempranillo with the balance in Graciano and Mazuelo grapes. Concentrated and plushy on the palate with ripe black fruits, leather, raisin, fig, dried wild herbs, baking spice, minty and chocolate flavours, tannins are structured on this mature Rioja red. Enjoy it through 2032 with slow-braised ribs or a rich roast of pork. Drink: 2024-2032. 244715 14.50% D 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 94/100. November 30, 2024 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

J. Lohr South Ridge Syrah 2022, Paso Robles, California, United States: J. Lohr South Ridge 2022 Syrah is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from three Paso sub AVAs, Estrella, Adelaida and Creston districts. Dry, full-bodied and rich with aromas of dark plum, dark cherry, cocoa, underbrush, clove and anise spice mirrored on the palate, this California Syrah is creamy and supple on the palate. Enjoy it with a meat-lover's pizza through 2030. Drink: 2024-2030. 948240 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 23, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Primarius Pinot Noir 2021, Oregon, United States: Primarius 2021 Pinot Noir is an elegant, medium-plus-bodied and fragrant PN with ripe dark berry, raspberry, shitake mushroom, fresh herbs, cracked pepper and espresso flavours creamy and long on the palate. Tannins are medium and fine on this lovely PN from Oregon. Drink: 2024-2026. 402180 D 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 92/100. November 14, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review