Yalumba The Strapper Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre 2016, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A medium-bodied, vibrant Barossa Valley Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvèdre (GSM) from Yalumba. Juicy with strawberry, plum, cedar spice and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Each varietal was hand-picked and small-batch fermented with some aged in French oak barrels, puncheons and oak vats to increase the complexity of the final wine . The GSM blend is a stalwart of the Barossa. Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre vines were planted in this region over 170 years ago and were initially blended to make a fortified, tawny port style wine. Drink: 2019-2024. 295873 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 1, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gerard Bertrand Grand Terroir Les Aspres Syrah Mourvèdre Grenache 2017, Côtes Du Roussillon, Rousillon A.P., France: Produced by Gérard Bertrand, this is a juicy and savoury red blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Dry, medium-bodied with bright red raspberry, cherry, wild herb, anise and cracked pepper spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Pair with a roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2020-2022. 413245 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 15, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Pierre Sparr Réserve Gewürztraminer 2016, Alsace A.C., France: A terrific Alsatian white wine with classic Gewürztraminer aromas of lychee, rosewater, grapefruit and baking spice. Pair with spicy and Asian dishes. Drink: 2017-2021. 747600 13.50% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Charles Smith Kung Fu Girl Riesling 2015, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: Off-dry beautifully vibrant Washington state Riesling with aromas of lemongrass and lime blossom. Perfect for Asian and spicy dishes. Drink: 2015-2020. 394759 12% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 14, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review