Kacaba Vineyards Proprietors Blend Silver Bridge Cabernet 2005, Ontario, Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: In 1997, Michael Kacaba saved prime vineyard property from vanishing under a developer’s bulldozer. In the 14 years since, his environmentally sustainable winery has produced a broad range of award-winning wines. Lovely black fruit, cedar and pepper notes on the nose and the palate. Dry and medium-full bodied with great structure and beautifully integrated tannins and a long fruit laden finish. Enjoy this with an early jump on BBQ season. My note: A robust, tannic red with tasty dark red fruit aromas. Perfect for big meat dishes… maybe a brontosaurus burger. Drink: 2011-2014. 223974 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. March 19, 2011 Full Review

Talamonti Tre Saggi Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2006, D.O.C., Abruzzo, Italy: Rich, dark and savoury with black cherries and smoke. Full-bodied and luxuriously thick like a comforting blanket you wrap closer to you on a chilly night. Great structure and balance. An elegant dinner party wine that won’t cost a fortune. Plus the label looks like you imported it. Drink: 2011-2016. 204016 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. March 19, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Ironstone Obsession Symphony 2009, California, United States: So, so lovely! Floral with dry apricot. No wonder people get obsessed with this wine. And the price is incredible. Imagine drinking this lovely little number with a spicy dish. Heaven. Drink: 2011-2014. 355784 12.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. March 19, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review