Perrin & Fils Les Christins 2010, A.C., Vacqueyras, Rhône, France: Classic Rhone! Spicy, black fruit with smoke on the finish. Full-bodied and smooth, yet will also cellar well. Awesome price! Drink: 2013-2018. 973453 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine De Grand Garant Le Vivier Fleurie 2013, Beaujolais A.C., France: Robust Beaujolais that has nothing to do style-wise with nouveau. Dark cherry and a core of sensuality in this medium-bodied, smooth, supple French red wine made from the Gamay grape. Drink: 2013-2017. 398404 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Brunello Di Montalcino 2006, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Leather and violets and seduction. Full-bodied but subtle with an endless finish. Juicy and giving and complex. One of the best brunellos I've tasted in a long time. Drink: 2012-2020. 660746 14.50% XD 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 96/100. October 13, 2012 Full Review

Stonestreet Monument Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Alexander Mountain Estates, Alexander Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, rich and complex with classic aromas of blackberry, cassis and blackcurrant wrapped in a judicious weave of smoky oak. Great for the cellar. Drink: 2012-2016. 435099 14.50% XD 750 mL  $79.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Cinq Cépages Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Sonoma County, California, United States: Full-bodied and complex with mocha, fleshy black plum and savoury, meaty and juicy notes. Good for the cellar. Drink: 2012-2016. 710913 14.40% XD 750 mL  $130.00 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review