Caliterra Tributo Carmenère 2009, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Vintages Wine Panel: Caliterra was established in 1996 as a partnership between the Robert Mondavi family and Viña Errázuriz. Viña Erráruriz acquired the Mondavi share in 2004. The name Caliterra is a combination of the words calidad (quality) and tierra (land). This is a deliciously lush wine with layers of sweet dark fruit, nice structure and a seam of acidity keeping everything in balance. My note: Superb value for the money! Rich, savoury dark berries and plums. Nice juiciness and full-bodied weight. Drink: 2011-2014. 56630 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 16, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Les Vignes Bila-Haut M. Chapoutier 2010, A.C., Midi, France: A spectacular wine, let alone for this price. Get yourself a case or two if you love juicy, full-bodied reds with racy, spicy dark red fruit, cedar notes and long-lasting pleasure. Drink: 2012-2017. 168716 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. September 29, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine Le Grand Retour Plan De Dieu Aubert Frères, Prop.-Récolt. 2011, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Tasty, full-bodied and delicious! Superb value: staggeringly great for the price. Aromas of cedar, black fruit, smoke and juicy black cherry. This, my friends, is your party wine. It's dance with anything on the grill. Drink: 2013-2017. 224592 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Château De Fonscolombe Cuvée Spéciale Rosé 2010, A.C., Côteaux D'aix-En-Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Provence is famous for its rosés, and Château de Fonloscombe is one of the region’s most respected producers. Aromas suggest plum, strawberry, peach and candied fruit. A dry, medium-bodied wine that’s fresh on the palate, with good length. My note: Lovely! Redolent of fresh field strawberries and a summer sunshine. Light and flavourful with just the right touch of acidity. Perfect as an aperitif or food companion to many dishes. Drink: 2011-2013. 180851 12.90% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. April 16, 2011 Best Value Rose. Full Review

Darting Dürkheimer Nonnengarten Gewürztraminer Kabinett 2011, Deutscher Prädikatswein, Pfalz, Germany: Classic gewurz on the nose: rose petal and lychee. Generous sweetness on the palate is perfectly balanced with acidity. The ultimate wine for Asian, curries and spicy dishes. Try it! Drink: 2012-2018. 789628 12.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. August 4, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Dal Cero Pinot Grigio 2009, I.G.T., Veneto, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: A nuttier style of Pinot Grigio with delicate aromas of apple, pear and citrus along with hazelnut and almond. Buttery and pleasant, it is dry, with nice fruit and a good length. An excellent value wine that can be enjoyed with a variety of foods. My note: Refreshing, clean and crisp with no heavy oak and buttery notes. Great aperitif. Drink: 2011-2014. 672401 12.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. April 16, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Vignabaldo Pinot Grigio 2008, Umbria, Italy  26856 12.50%  750 mL  $12.10. July 16, 2008 Full Review

Riff Terra Alpina Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2009, I.G.T., Delle Venezie, Alto Adige Trentino, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: As Pinot Grigio becomes more and more popular, winemakers are starting to take it much more seriously. Ideal soil and climate conditions are sought for any new plantings, and yields are being drastically reduced to intensify flavours. Look for green apple, lime and sweet-herb aromas and flavours in this lovely P.G. My note: Classic Pinot Grigio with good white melon and peach flavour. Crisp and refreshing but not wimpy. 66415 12% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. August 21, 2010 Full Review

Giesen Sauvignon Blanc 2009, The Brothers Land, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A come-alive nose with fresh notes of lime, grass and chives. Wake-up your senses. Good mouth-watering acidity. Drink: 2011-2014. 223180 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. April 16, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review