Wolf Blass Yellow Label Limited Edition Shiraz Grenache Mouvedre 2012, Barossa McLaren Vale, Australia: A rich, full-bodied red with layered of fleshy blackberry and dark plum flavours. The grenache adds luscious texture and fullness, while mourvedre contributes some dark spice notes. There's a long, satisfying finish that will have you heading back for a top up. Perfect for hearty meat dishes and conversations. Drink: 2013-2016. 759131 14% D 750 mL  $18.55 Score: 91/100. September 12, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Luscious and rich with cassis, fleshy blackberry and blackcurrant. Absolutely classic with a long finish. Tremendous quality for the price. There's some seductive anise and dark spice on the long finish. The bold wine has longevity, not only for this vintage in your cellar, but also this particular wine has been made now for 54 years. It's matured in French oak and the grapes are selected from Wynns' top vineyards. Liquid velvet. Drink: 2013-2017. 84996 14% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 95/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Yalumba Shiraz 2012, South Australia, Australia: This organic red wine is full-bodied, smooth and delicious with aromas of smoky black plums and blackberries. Deep and rich and satisfying. Great taste for the price.  It opens beautifully on the palate with rich flavours of fleshy black fruit. Some pepper and spice and everything nice on the finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 280883 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Estate Merlot 2012, Curico Valley, Chile: A round, supple, full-bodied red with juicy ripe aromas of black plums and berries. Perfect for casual get-togethers and backyard barbecues. Drink: 2016-2015. 297887 13.50% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. July 20, 2010 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Masi Bonacosta Valpolicella Classico 2014, Veneto DOC, Italy: Juicy and savoury with dried herbs and black wild berries. Medium-bodied and supple. Pair with pork chops. Drink: 2015-2021. 285585 12% XD 750 mL  $19.50 Score: 88/100. April 20, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Ruffino Ducale Oro Chianti Classico Riserva 2008, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Juicy, nuanced and layered with luxurious dark fruit flavours. This is a great candidate for the cellar, though it drinks just fine now, thank-you very much. Liquid velvet in a glass. Perfect for hedonists. Drink: 2012-2017. 353201 13.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 93/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Domaine Carneros Brut Méthode Traditionnelle Sparkling (Methode Champenoise) 2007, Carneros, California, United States: Solid and dependable with good value. Toasty with robust flavours of green apples. Drink: 2011-2015. 326578 13% XD 750 mL  $115.00 Score: 90/100. September 17, 2011 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Domaine Chandon Étoile Brut Sparkling White, Napa, Sonoma Counties, California, United States: Toasty, refreshing, great value. Aromas and flavours of green apple and baked bread. Drink: 2013-2016. 205658 13% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 90/100. November 9, 2013 Smart Buy Wine Full Review