Alamos Selección Malbec 2016, La Consulta, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied, balanced and smooth Malbec with layers of dark plum, blueberry, cherry, cake spice and vanilla flavours finishing long on the palate. Drink: 2019-2023. 322800 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. July 28, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: Le Grand Vin 2016 is a balanced, harmonious and full-bodied Bordeaux-style blend of 58% Merlot, 26% Cabernet sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc and 7% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet in the glass with dark berry, spicy and earthy aromas on the nose. A dry, full-bodied beauty, layered with dark cherry, blueberry, dark plum, savoury herbs, spicy and toasty oak flavours on the palate. Incredibly powerful. Decant two hours prior to pouring with a bacon-wrapped filet mignon. Tannins are fine and grippy. Can easily cellar for another 10 years. Drink: 2020-2025. 626325 13.80% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. December 24, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Malivoire Gamay 2018, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely, medium-bodied Niagara red wine made from the Gamay grapes. Aromas of ripe black cherry and dark berry on the nose of this juicy, lip-smacking delicious, cool-climate wine. Supple and smooth. Pair with roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2022-2024. 591313 12% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. April 15, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Cathedral Cellar Shiraz 2020, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Cathedral Cellar 2020 Shiraz is a well-priced Western Cape Shiraz at $20. Fragrant, full-bodied and supple with crushed raspberry, dark cherry, smoky and spicy flavours with meaty and smoky vanilla notes vibrant and concentrated on the palate. Enjoy it with meats from the grill or a roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2024-2026. 561142 14.30% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 13, 2024 Best Value Red wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Noble Vines 337 Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Lodi, California, United States: A full-bodied and smoky Cabernet Sauvignon from the Lodi wine region with ripe dark plum, ripe black currant, dark chocolate, vanilla, savoury spice and toasty oak flavours well-integrated on the palate. Pair with a grilled ribeye steak. Drink: 2020-2026. 483321 14% D 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 89/100. May 12, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Chateau St. Jean Merlot 2017, California, United States: A rich, smoky Merlot with spice cherry, plum, red berry and dark chocolate flavours on the palate. Vibrant and delicious. Pair with farmer's pork chops from the grill. Drink: 2020-2024. 25304 13.80% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 13, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review