Susana Balbo Signature Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Susana Balbo Signature 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant, full-bodied and savoury Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blend with a splash of Merlot. Juicy with blackcurrant, earthy, nutty flavours lingering and creamy on the palate with a spicy finish. Elegant and well-crafted by a master winemaker, Susana Balbo has been unofficially dubbed the "Evita of Wine" in her native Argentina. Drink: 2021-2024. 260919 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. April 15, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Piedra Negra Alta Colección Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Valle De Uco, Mendoza wine region, Piedra Negra Alta Colección 2019 is a spot-on, medium-plus-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with blackberry, blueberry, cassis, fresh earth and nutty flavours that linger on. Excellent acidity for food with pleasantly chewy tannins. Pour with grilled red meats. Drink: 2021-2026. 19287 14% D 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 93/100. September 30, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Viña Cobos Felino Malbec 2020, Mendoza, Argentina: Viña Cobos Felino 2020 Malbec is dry, medium-plus-bodied and spicy with ripe blueberry, plum, anise and flinty mineral flavours savoury and smooth on the palate. Produced from hand-harvested grapes from mountain vineyards in the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyon districts of the Mendoza wine region, planted at altitudes of 2,300 and 3,800 feet above sea level. The cool nights high on the mountainside where the vines for this wine are planted provide a lively vibrancy on this Malbec. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 118067 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. January 7, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Schild Estate Shiraz 2018, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: From the Barossa Valley, Schild Estate 2018 Shiraz is a medium-bodied, juicy and intense Shiraz with fresh red and dark cherry, blueberry, plum compote, spicy flavours with a smoky and smooth finish on the palate. For $22 this wine over delivers. Grapes are sourced from the family vineyards in Lyndoch and Rowland Flat and the wine was matured in a mix of French (20% new) and American oak barrels. Drink: 2021-2035. 66555 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. September 30, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor Shiraz 2017, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor 2017 Shiraz is an excellent value, vegan-friendly, smoky Shiraz with spiced dark plum and dark berry aromas on the nose; dry, full-bodied, rounded and supple on the palate with black plum, dark berry and smoky toasty oak spice flavours. The Lake Doctor Vineyard is on the shores of Lake Alexandrina where, each summer afternoon, the ‘Lake Doctor’ breezes arrive to cool off vines and grapes. Drink: 2021-2024. 72975 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. July 23, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Altus Rise Wildlight Shiraz 2018, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: Altus Rise Wildlight 2018 Shiraz is fragrant and enticing with ripe blackberry, toasted nut and vanilla aromas; dry, juicy and silky on the palate with blackberry, plum, nutty, pepper spice and vanilla flavours. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2026. 18411 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 94/100. June 11, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Sister's Run Old Testament Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: So savoury and rich, with intense blackberry, dark plum, wild herb, minty flavours on the palate and a luxurious dark spice and vanilla finish. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this wine were sourced from the Old Testament vineyard in the heart of the Coonawarra region. Pair with a juicy, grilled ribeye steak. Drink: 2019-2025. 478271 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. April 24, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Serafino Shiraz 2016, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A smoky, full-bodied, estate-grown Shiraz from the McLaren Vale with full-on juicy blackberry, ripe cherry, dark chocolate, anise, smoky, toasty flavours on the palate. Tannins are soft and easy. Enjoy now with a grilled New York striploin steak. Drink: 2020-2026. 407718 14% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. June 26, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Sidewood Shiraz 2017, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: From cool-climate Adelaide Hills, this Shiraz is fragrant and rich with ripe blackberry, plum, dark cherry, baking spice and toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. Matured in French oak barrels (25% new) for over a year. Nicely done. Drink or hold. Drink: 2020-2042. 446146 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 5, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Speck Brothers Family Tree The Bootlegger Baco Noir 2019, Ontario, V.Q.A., Canada: A terrific, robust, smooth Niagara Baco Noir from the masters of the genre. Aromas of dark fruit and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2020-2024. 16791 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. November 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Baco Noir 2018, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Henry of Pelham Canada's Baco Noir specialist. This one is robust with red berry, blueberry, dried herbs and earthy spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are smooth and there is good acidity to enjoy this one on its own or pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2019-2024. 461699 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. January 21, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Old Vines Baco Noir 2019, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A terrific, full-bodied Baco Noir made from old vines, which concentrate the flavour and depth of the wine. Aromas of ripe blackberries, dark plums and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2022-2024. 459966 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 5, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Cave Spring Cabernet Franc 2018, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From the Niagara Escarpment wine region, Cave Spring 2018 Cabernet Franc is fragrant with sour cherry, dark raspberry, fresh herbs, with a hint of baking and white pepper spice flavours on the palate. Amazing value under $18. The wine was fermented with indigenous yeast and matured for 14 months in previous use, French, Hungarian and American oak barrels. Pour with cottage pie. Drink: 2021-2024. 523001 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. February 19, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Wayne Gretzky Estates Whisky Oak Aged Red 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The 2019 Red is aged in whisky barrels, imparting a seductive smokey character. Pair this full-bodied red with seared meats in rich red wine reductions; roasted leg of lamb; mushroom stews and of course Hockey Night in Canada. Drink: 2021-2027. 617738 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. December 17, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Cabernet Merlot 2019, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment wine region, Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve 2019 is a smoky, spicy Cabernet Merlot blend with ripe blackberry, vibrant cherry, raspberry, baking spice, mocha and a lingering vanilla finish. The wine was aged 20 months in French oak barrels. Enjoy it now with a slow-braised brisket or cellar for up to 10 years. Drink: 2023-2029. 616433 14% D 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 92/100. October 21, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Le Clos Jordanne Le Grand Clos Pinot Noir 2019, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Le Clos Jordanne Le Grand Clos 2019 Pinot Noir is a stunner. Produced from master of the genre, Thomas Bachelder, this medium-bodied, lush, elegant and silky PN exudes charm, balance and finesse. Fragrant with cherry jam, strawberry and spicy aromas on the nose, delicious with ripe red berry, cherry, fresh-tilled earth, cake spice flavours and a mineral kiss. This vintage marks the restart of Le Clos Jordanne after a five-year hiatus. Drink: 2022-2026. 184564 12.50% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 94/100. May 21, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Carmenère 2018, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: From the Aconcagua Valley wine region, the Carmenère wine grapes for Errázuriz 2018 were hand-harvested from a selection of vineyards in the Panquehue zone. The wine juice was fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, then aged 14 months in French oak barrels. From a solid vintage, the nose is fresh with bright red berry, plum fruit and fine herbs velvety on the palate with food-friendly acidity. Tannins are structured and fine. Drink: 2021-2024. 546424 14.20% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. April 15, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva 2018 is a vegan-friendly Cabernet Sauvignon produced from sustainably-grown wine grapes sourced from the alluvial soils of the Maipo Valley. From an excellent vintage, look for bright, fresh blackberry, blueberry, red currant, fine herbs and spicy flavours beautifully-balanced with food-friendly acidity. Pour with a mixed grill. Drink: 2021-2022. 13874 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. May 12, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Tarapaca Organic Gran Reserva 2017, Maipo Valley, Chile: Tarapaca Gran Reserva 2017 is a full-bodied red blend of organically grown Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon (31%29%/25%/15%), from Fundo Tarapacá estate. Lots of dark fruit, dark cherry, spicy and earthy flavours on this vintage with vibrant food-friendly acidity and firm tannins. Pour with a prime rib roast. Drink: 2020-2024. 19245 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 93/100. April 4, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

MontGras Antu Grenache Syrah Carignan 2018, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: MontGras Antu 2018 is produced from sustainably-grown Grenache, Syrah and Carignan wine grapes from the Ninquén hillside in the Colchagua Valley. Fresh on the nose with bright cherry, red berry, anise, liquorice, sweet baking spice flavours on the palate. Pour with a grilled bavette steak or pork tenderloin. Drink: 2021-2024. 17134 15% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 12, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape 2015, Rhône A.C., France: A spectacularly rich, complex and deep southern French red wine blend with aromas of cassis liqueur, blackberry preserves and dark spice. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017-2020. 711317 14.50% D 750 mL  $93.95 Score: 95/100. June 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Château Mont-Redon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2017, Rhône A.C., France: Château Mont-Redon 2017 Châteauneuf-du-Pape is a rich, smoky and sensual CNDP fragrant with ripe cassis, dark cherry, rich violet, wild herb aromas and great acidity for food. Full-bodied and concentrated with a plushy mouthfeel and rich tannins. The wine will continue to evolve over the next 15 years. Drink: 2021-2035. 959627 14.50% XD 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 95/100. November 12, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Marchand-Tawse Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2017, Burgundy A.C., France: A sexy smooth and silky Pinot Noir fragrant with a tart cherry, sous bois and mocha nose. Dry, zesty with bright cherry, red berry, dried fine herbs and oak spice flavours caressing the palate. Nicely done! Drink: 2020-2023. 285601 13% XD 750 mL  $32.25 Score: 91/100. April 24, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

La Ferme du Mont Le Ponnant Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2018, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: An unfiltered Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre red wine blend produced by Winemaker, Stéphane Vedeau. Smooth, elegant and rich with dark fruit, cherry liqueur, dried flowers, espresso, meaty and spicy flavour generous and finishing long on the palate. Drink: 2020-2028. 171371 14% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 90/100. December 24, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Antoine Réserve du Château 2016, Bordeaux A.C., France: A great value Bordeaux 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc red wine blend under $16. Easy to enjoy with dark plum, cherry, minty, dill, dried sweet tobacco leaf, cedar spice and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Well-made and a fun Wednesday wine. Pair with a pork Wellington or veal chops sautéed in a wild mushroom sauce. Drink: 2020-2025. 434464 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. September 3, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château de Cenac Cuvée Prestige Malbec 2015, Cahors, Southwest A.C., France: A deep and smoky full-bodied red wine from the Cahors where Malbec lives. Smoky, toasty and concentrated with ripe black fruits, savoury spice and mineral flavours on the palate. Vibrant acidity to handle rich grilled meats, game stews and sausages. Really delicious for the price and just beginning to show its potential full character. Drink: 2020-2022. 414532 13% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. May 27, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages 2018, Beaujolais A.P., France: From George Duboeuf, the 2018 Beaujolais Villages is a dry, medium-bodied, juicy Gamay with ripe red berry, blueberry, spicy flavours finishing on a mineral note. So easy to love. Chill slightly and enjoy now just because. Drink: 2021-2023. 18468 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. May 12, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Domaine de Font-Sane Tradition Gigondas 2017, Gigondas, Rhône A.P., France: From the Gigondas, Rhône wine region, Domaine De Font-Sane 2017 is a blend of 72% Grenache, 23% Syrah with the balance in Mourvèdre and Cinsault and matured in large oak casks. Look for fresh dark fruit, fresh meat, violets and cracked pepper on this elegant red blend with a lengthy finish. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2026. 18557 14.50% XD 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 94/100. May 12, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Leone de Castris Negroamaro Riserva Salice Salentino 2016, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: From the Puglia wine region, Leone De Castris Salice Salentino Riserva 2016 is a full-bodied Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera red wine blend. So fragrant and juicy on the nose with dark berry, plum and citrus zest aromas. A big robust red with rich dark cherry, blackberry, blueberry, meaty, zesty flavours on the palate and chewy tannins. So good now but screaming for a rich meaty dish. Decant two hours prior to pouring with beef long ribs from the grill. Drink: 2021-2024. 597534 13.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. June 11, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Tommasi Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2018, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Tommasi Rafaèl 2018 Valpolicella Classico Superior is a full-bodied, traditional Corvina, Rondinella and Molina red wine blend from the Veneto wine region and super value under $20. Juicy with bright berry, savoury herb, dark chocolate and spicy flavours smooth and lingering on the palate. Lovely balance throughout. Drink: 2022-2024. 23259 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. June 11, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Rizzi Barbaresco 2018, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Rizzi 2018 Barbaresco is a mouth-watering 100% Nebbiolo. Deep red in the glass and fragrant with wild berry, earthy florals and a touch of oak spice aromas, produced from grapes sourced from the Langhe wine region. A little shy on the palate and needs some time to open up, but the bright red berry fruit, dried herbs, dark spices and rich tannins are very promising on this elegant Barbaresco. Drink: 2025-2040. 478958 14.50% XD 750 mL  $55.95 Score: 93/100. January 7, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

La Torre Brunello di Montalcino 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: La Torre 2016 Brunello Di Montalcino is a richly-layered Brunello from the Tuscany wine region. Produced from 100% Sangiovese, the nose on this wine is intense with ripe sweet-tart cherry, dried tobacco leaf, savoury herb and dark spice flavours on the palate. From a warm and excellent vintage. Good now, better in 2023. Drink: 2023-2040. 17626 14% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 96/100. December 18, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Rialzi Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From Frescobaldi, Tenuta Perano Rialzi Gran Selezione 2016 Chianti Classico is one of the best in the Frescobaldi portfolio. Bright, fresh and elegant with ripe dark fruits, sweet-tart cherry, blue florals, toasty oak spice and chalky, flinty mineral flavours. Beautifully-balanced and, well, just beautiful. Pour with ossobuco or roast duck. Drink: 2021-2033. 17682 14% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 95/100. August 6, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Rocca delle Macìe Famiglia Zingarelli Riserva Chianti Classico 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Rocca delle Macìe Famiglia Zingarelli Riserva 2018 Chianti Classico is a full-bodied, mouth-watering Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, aged in French oak barrels for 24 months. Look for bright cherry, plum, blue florals, vanilla, and toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. Enjoy with pasta Bolognese. Drink: 2022-2025. 930966 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. March 5, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Col d'Orcia Brunello di Montalcino 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Col d'Orcia 2016 is a deep ruby Brunello di Montalcino produced from low-yielding, organically-grown Sangiovese wine grapes. Dry and vibrant on the palate with pink florals, sweet tart black cherry, cedar brush spice, wild herbs and smoky flavours on the palate. Nicely done, good now better in 2024. Drink: 2022-2040. 306852 14.50% XD 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 94/100. October 29, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game 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

Tommasi Graticcio Appassionato 2018, Italy: A medium-bodied, vibrant Corvina, Rondinella and Merlot red wine blend made in a similar method as Amarone wines. Concentrated with spicy dried fruit, dark cherry, ripe plum, savoury herb and nutty flavours rich on the palate. "Graticcio" is the term for the traditional bamboo racks used for air-drying grapes after the harvest; a technique that concentrates the flavours in the grapes. Drink: 2020-2028. 338939 12.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. May 12, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Masi Oro Brolo Campofiorin 2016, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: A stylish and rich modern Ripasso, smoky and concentrated with ripe plum, fig, dark berry, savoury herbs, smoky vanilla and spicy flavours smooth, rich and satisfying on the palate. Lovely depth on this supple appassimento-style red. Drink or hold. Enjoy with aged cheeses and grilled meat dishes. Drink: 2020-2026. 976092 14% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 92/100. November 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

La Torre Brunello di Montalcino 2015, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, La Torre 2015 Brunello di Montalcino is one of the most consistently good Brunello wines you will find. From a warm vintage, this Sangiovese is rich, fleshy and concentrated on the palate with dark cherry, berry, savoury herb and dark spicy flavours on the palate. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2038. 17626 14% XD 750 mL  $62.95 Score: 96/100. March 19, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Renato Ratti Marcenasco Barolo 2016, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: A savoury, medium-plus-bodied Barolo produced by the Ratti family of La Morra. Fragrant with crushed wild violets with sour cherry, cocoa, anise, baking spice flavours elegant on the palate. The wine is still quite youthful with firm but fine tannins. Try in 2024. Drink: 2024-2034. 713479 14.50% XD 750 mL  $75.95 Score: 97/100. January 19, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Cabriz Colheita Selecionada 2017, Dão D.O.C., Portugal: Cabriz 2017 is a great value 40% Alfrocheiro Preto, 40% Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo) and 20% Touriga Nacional red wine blend from the Dão wine region. Rich and robust with dark cherry, red berry, earthy, meaty, savoury spice and smoky vanilla flavours. Enjoy with barbeque fare. Since 1989, Quinta de Cabriz has played an increasing role in creating the identity of Dão wines. Drink: 2021-2025. 247973 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. March 19, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Dow's Quinta do Bomfim Vintage Port 2006, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: From the Symington Group, Dow's Quinta Do Bomfim 2006 Vintage Port is just the right size (375ml) to enjoy with some creamy blue cheese or dark chocolate desserts. Love the dark cherry, blueberry, plum and spicy nose on this powerful rich port. Drink: 2021-2025. 18285 20% S 375 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. February 19, 2021 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review

Howard's Folly Sonhador 2015, Alentejo, Portugal: From Hill Valley, Howard's Folly Sonhador 2015 is a spicy, full-bodied red wine blend of Alicante Bouschet, Syrah, Aragonés and Touriga Nacional produced from wine grapes grown at high altitudes giving this powerful red intense aromas and bright flavours of fresh red berry, cherry, spiced plum, pepper spice. Pour with a roast beef dinner. Drink: 2021-2024. 18471 14.40% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Symington Family Estates Altano 2017, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: From Symington Family Estates Altano is just great value for the dollar. Full-bodied and concentrated with ripe dark red fruit, sweet spice and slight florals. Crafted from low-yielding indigenous vines. Pair with winter meat casseroles and hard cheeses. Tasted Feb. 2019. Drink: 2020-2025. 579862 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. May 27, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Locations E, Spain: A gorgeous, full-bodied Spanish red wine blend of Garnacha, Tempranillo, Monastrell and Carinena grapes. Aromas of dark berries and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2020-2024. 16606 15% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. November 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

CVNE Cune Crianza 2017, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From the Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España, Cune Crianza 2017 is a rich, smoky and vegan-friendly red wine blend of 85% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha Tinta and Mazuelo with flavours of dark cherry, mulberry, blueberry, earthy mushroom, anise and cedar brush spice velvety on the palate. Pour with grilled game meats. Drink: 2021-2024. 39925 14% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 90/100. May 11, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Romeo Selección Monastrell 2017, Jumilla D.O., Spain: From Bodegas Alceño in the Jumilla wine region, Romeo 2017 is a plushy Monastrell, enticing on the nose with ripe and rich blueberry aromas, rich on the palate with liquid blueberry, spiced plum and savoury herb flavours finishing smooth and silky on the palate. Nicely done. Drink: 2021-2024. 16590 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. March 19, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Bodegas Hermanos Perez Pascuas El Pedrosal Crianza 2016, Ribera del Duero D.O., Spain: From the Ribera del Duero wine region, El Pedrosal Crianza 2016 Tempranillo is produced by Hermanos Pérez Pascuas. The wine grapes for this vintage ripened slowly and evenly with good acidity to match. Look for ripe and juicy dark plum, dark berry, a touch of spice with balanced acidity on the palate. Smooth, balanced and elegant. Drink: 2022-2027. 540070 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 8, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Bodegas Hidalgo Tradición H Reserva 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Hidalgo Tradición H Reserva 2015 is a full-bodied Tempranillo-driven (with a splash of Graciano and Garnacha) Rioja Red produced from 70-plus-year-old bush vines in San Asencio, Rioja Alta, Spain. On the palate, there is a nice balance of dark plum, dried red berry fruit, baking spice, dried tobacco leaf and black olive flavours balanced with good acidity for food and pleasantly grippy tannins. Drink: 2021-2023. 18933 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. August 6, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Bodgas Lavia Plus+ 2015, Bullas D.O., Spain: From Bodegas Lavia in Spain's Bullas wine region, Lavia Plus+ 2015 is an elegant Monastrell with blue florals, dark plum and cherry aromas on the nose. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and nicely balanced with wild dark berries, dark plum, mint and spicy flavours silky on the palate. Tannins are fine. Produced from vines over 40 years of age and matured in 500-litre French oak vats for 12 months. Pour with a roast Porchetta. Drink: 2024-2030. 18999 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. August 10, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Galerie Latro Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Galerie Latro 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is a big, full-bodied 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from grapes sourced in Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California. This is a richly layered Cab, matured 20 months in oak barrels, bottled unfined and unfiltered. Savoury on the nose and palate with bay leaf, black currant, earthy mushroom, savoury herb and spices, finishing with rich and plushy tannins. Latro takes its name from the Latin word for “hunter,” a reference to Knights Valley’s history as a private hunting reserve before the development of vineyards in the area. Drink: 2021-2034. 574459 14.50% XD 750 mL  $99.95 Score: 97/100. June 12, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Buena Vista Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley, California, United States: From the Boisset Collection, Chateau Buena Vista 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is as rich on the nose as it is on the palate. Fresh and enticing with ripe dark fruits, mint, chocolate, smoky vanilla and flinty mineral flavours concentrated and long on the palate. Lots of food-friendly acidity for a juicy steak from the grill. Tannins are also rich and mouth coating. Lovely now, but give it another year in cellar for the wine to begin to show its best. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2028. 539106 14.50% D 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 94/100. February 4, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

One Stone Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Paso Robles, California, United States: A vibrant, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon-driven blend with a splash of Merlot and Petit Verdot. Intense and juicy on the palate with ripe blackberry, plum, violets and cocoa flavours. The One Stone brand was started by Amanda Wittstrom Higgins. A portion of wine sales goes to One Stone support Dream Big Darling, a non-profit organization to help foster the careers of women in wine. Drink: 2021-2025. 16462 14.10% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Joel Gott Zinfandel 2017, California, United States: A rich, full-bodied layered Zin with ripe dark plums, bright red berry and cherry jam sweet cake spice on the palate with a smoky vanilla kiss. Grapes are sourced from old vines Zinfandel from Amador to the Lodi in California. Matured in 80% French and 20% American oak barrels. Drink: 2020-2025. 224139 14.80% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. June 22, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Schug Pinot Noir 2017, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States: Love this plushy 100% Pinot Noir from cool-climate Sonoma Coast AVA with grapes sourced from select vineyards in the western portion of Carneros and the Petaluma Gap. Aged in large neutral oak casks and older French oak barrels. Medium-bodied with juicy acidity, bright red fruit, wild herbs, baking spice and salumi flavours on the palate. Pair with a charcuterie platter or lamb kebabs. Very versatile. Drink: 2020-2025. 577221 13% D 750 mL  $36.95 Score: 92/100. August 20, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Hahn Family Wines GSM 2018, Central Coast, California, United States: Hahn 2018 GSM is a rich, medium-plus-bodied 69% Grenache, 29% Syrah and 2% Mourvèdre red wine blend fragrant with pink florals, ripe dark berry and spicy aromas, Dry, vibrant and juicy with ripe cherry, strawberry, red berry, anise and toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. Pour with a sauteed, juicy pork tenderloin. Drink: 2021-2024. 441568 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. May 12, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Seven Hills Walla Walla Red 2015, Walla Walla Valley, Washington, United States: A robust, savoury 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Malbec and 5% petit Verdot red wine blend from Washington. Aromas of ripe dark berries, mocha and toasted oak. Pair with game meats. Drink: 2020-2023. 15820 14.70% XD 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 92/100. November 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

7 Deadly Old Vine Zinfandel 2017, Lodi, California, United States: A robust, blockbuster Californian Zinfandel with aromas of ripe blackberry, dark plum, spice and smoke. Supple and smooth. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2019-2023. 59311 15% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. February 11, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Paso Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Paso Robles, California, United States: this California Cab is as juicy on the nose as it is on the palate. Full-bodied and intense with layers of dark plum and berry flavours, dark chocolate, smoky vanilla and spicy on the palate. A definite candidate for steaks from the grill. Drink: 2020-2024. 161141 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Lone Birch Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Yakima Valley, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: So named for a solitary, 70-plus year old birch tree that stands in the vineyards that was lovingly planted by H. Lloyd Miller in the 1940s. A full-bodied Yakima Cabernet Sauvignon fresh with ripe blackberry, savoury herb, dark chocolate and tobacco leaf flavours smooth on the palate. Pair with a veal Porterhouse. Drink: 2020-2026. 446971 14.10% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review