Antu Chilean Mountain Vineyard, Ninquén Syrah 2010, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Great concentration and depth of flavour. Exotic black plums and dark spices. Amazing quality for the price. Full-bodied, rich, endless. Drink: 2012-2016. 675371 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Marques De Casa Concha Concha Y Toro Pinot Noir 2011, Límari Valley, Chile: The best Chilean pinot noir I've tasted yet. Tarry with smoky oak but brightened by vibrant cherry fruit. Medium- to full-bodied and satin smooth. Gorgeous! Drink: 2012-2016. 301424 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Réserve Du Crouzau St. Gervais Foncalieu 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Stunning for the price! Full-bodied and richly layered and smooth with lots of fleshy black fruit and some smoke on the finish. Awesome party wine. Drink: 2012-2016. 142943 15.10% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. December 8, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Gustave Lorentz Réserve Riesling 2010, A.C., Alsace, France: Intense with lime purity and lemon lift. Gorgeous, dry and mouth-watering. Medium-bodied and perfect for turkey dinner. Drink: 2012-2018. 641639 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Charles Wantz Excellence Gewurztraminer 2010, A.C., Alsace, France: Classic gewurz! Lychee, rose petal and baking spices. Absolutely for spicy dishes, curries and cream dishes. Drink: 2012-2018. 298539 13% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Balbi Soprani D'acqui Brachetto, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Wonderful red bubbly with some sweetness that's perfect for fruit desserts, especially with berries, or chocolate. Low alcohol. Yum! Drink: 2012-2014. 298570 6.50% MS 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review