Crios Brioso Dominio Del Plata Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec Cabernet Franc Petit Verdot Merlot 2005, Mendoza, Argentina: Fantastic expression of elegance, balance and finesse. Old World restraint with New World fruit power. Aromas of dark fruit: cassis and blackcurrant in this blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Malbec, 10% Cabernet Franc, 5% petit Verdot and 5% Merlot. This wine was aged 14 months in new French oak barrels. An international benchmark wine. 14% XD 750 mL $15.00 Score: 95/100. June 12, 2009
Full ReviewTrapiche Extravaganza 2013, Argentina, Argentina: Rich and full-bodied with lots of mocha, dark chocolate and vanilla spice on the nose from generous oak aging. A mouth-filling wine with layers of fleshy black fruit flavour on the palate. This is a blend of Malbec, Bonarda and Syrah grapes that yields a velvet texture on the tongue. Try it with coffee-rubbed steak or ribs. Drink: 2014-2018. 360776 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. February 1, 2015
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewTerrazas de los Andes Reserva Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: A rich, luscious, full-bodied Argentine Malbec with classic aromas of fleshy ripe black plum and mulberry. A meaty, savoury mid-palate with a strong core of minerality. This Argentine red wine is made from Malbec grapes grown at the ideal altitude of 1,067 metres above sea level for the ripening and complex evolution of Malbec. Round, full-bodied and redolent of black fruit and toast. Some dark spice on the finish which is long and satisfying. Pair with a rare filet mignon. Drink: 2016-2020. 29280 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. December 30, 2016
Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewAlamos 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 ReviewTerrazas de los Andes Reserva Malbec 2017, Mendoza, Argentina: A fresh and crisp Malbec with blackberry, mulberry and savoury herb flavours on the palate finishing spicy and with fresh acidity for food. Tannins are fine and silky. Pair with grilled game sausages. Drink: 2019-2024. 29280 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. May 27, 2020
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewTerrazas De Los Andes Malbec 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: Crisp and bright, medium-bodied Malbec with fresh blackberry and ripe blueberry flavours lingering savoury herb finish. Pair with a rare filet mignon. Drink: 2019-2024. 29280 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 4, 2019
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewTrapiche Medalla Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: A bold and juicy Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon from Argentina. Intense blackberry, cherry, nutty and fresh herb flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm. Nice now but better in another year to give the wine time to come together. Very promising. Pair with grilled burgers or tortiere. Drink: 2020-2024. 568865 14% D 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewKaiken Ultra Las Rocas Malbec 2017, Mendoza, Argentina: Kaiken's flagship Malbec, made by iconic winemaker Aurelio Montes is liquid delicious. Full-bodied and smoky with rich dark fruit, blackberry, blueberry, sweet tobacco, cake spice flavours, nutty and long on the finish. Amazing value under $20. Drink: 2020-2022. 50849 14.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 92/100. March 25, 2020
Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewSanta Julia Magna Cabernet Malbec Syrah 2017, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A fleshy, medium-plus-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Syrah red wine blend produced by the Zuccardi family. Lively and fresh with blackberry, blueberry, dark plum, spicy and savoury on the palate. Nicely done. Pour with burgers and ribs. Drink: 2020-2023. 93799 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 14, 2020
Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full ReviewKaiken Ultra Las Rocas Malbec 2018, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Aurelio Montes, a full-bodied and smoky Malbec with layers of blackberry, fleshy black plums, sweet tobacco, dark chocolate and baking spice flavours. Simply delicious and enjoyable now. Pair with grilled steak topped with blue cheese or herb butter. Drink: 2020-2023. 50849 14.50% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. October 29, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full ReviewViña Cobos Felino Malbec 2019, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Paul Hobbs, Viña Cobos Felino 2019 Malbec is from a perfect vintage and ready to drink now. This medium-plus-bodied, unfiltered Malbec is beautifully balanced with dark berry, blueberry, violets, blackberry, cassis and savoury spice flavours. Produced from hand-selected grapes from mountain vineyards in the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyon districts of the Mendoza wine region, planted at altitudes of 2,300 and 3,800 feet above sea level. The cool nights high on the mountainside where the vines for this wine are planted provide a lively vibrancy on this Malbec. Pour with steaks from the grill. Drink: 2021-2024. 118067 14.50% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 93/100. February 19, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewZuccardi Q Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Zuccardi Q 2016 is a dry and savoury Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc red wine blend produced from wine grapes sourced from the La Consulta and Gualtallary and made by third generation winemaker Sebastián Zuccardi. Fragrant on the nose with bright red berry, cherry, blueberry, herbal and well-integrated oak spice flavours toasty on the palate. The wine is fermented in concrete vats and matured in French oak barrels. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2024. 140855 15.40% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 93/100. March 5, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewAlamos Selección Malbec 2017, La Consulta, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Love this full-bodied, smooth Malbec concentrated with dark plum, blueberry, cherry, cake spice and vanilla flavours. Alamos is a great value Malbec (with a splash of Syrah added in) under $18 from the La Consulta, Uco Valley. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2023. 322800 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 1, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewFin del Mundo Malbec 2018, Patagonia, Argentina: From the Patagonia wine region, Fin Del Mundo 2018 Malbec is a medium-plus-bodied, fruit-driven Malbec with blueberry, red berry, savoury herb and white pepper flavours finishing long and fresh on the palate. Pair with an Asada. Drink: 2021-2024. 17381 14% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. March 19, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full ReviewThe Lackey Shiraz 2018, Australia, Australia: A luxurious, full-bodied Shiraz with dark cherry, chocolate, ripe blackberry, meaty, minty, cracked pepper and toasty oak spice flavours finishing with oak spice. Pair with a roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2020-2024. 5199 14% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewTurkey Flat Butchers Block Red Blend 2017, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A fragrant red wine blend of Shiraz, Grenache and Mataro with dark plum, dark cherry and toasty oak spice aromas on the nose. Juicy and mouth-filling with ripe red and blackberry flavours and a minty, savoury herb finish. Drink or hold. Drink: 2020-2026. 90241 14.80% XD 750 mL $21.25 Score: 92/100. December 15, 2020
Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full ReviewDevil's Corner Pinot Noir 2017, Tasmania, Australia: We don't hear much about Tasmanian wine in North America and much less about Tasmanian Pinot Noir. This one is produced by the Brown Brothers, one of Australia’s leading family-owned wine companies who have been making wine for over 120 years. Devil's Corner is a full-bodied, juicy Pinot Noir with beetroot, tobacco leaf, dark berries and plum flavours on the palate. Great acidity for food and would do a roast leg of lamb proud. The origins of Tasmanian viticulture date back to the early 19th century, but wines from there are relatively unknown. Brown Brothers was founded in 1889 by John Francis Brown, it was under the guidance of his son, John Charles Brown that Brown Brothers established its reputation as a producer willing to experiment with innovative grape varieties from Milawa to Tasmania. Drink: 2019-2024. 317966 14% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 14, 2019
Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Reviewd'Arenberg The High Trellis Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A smooth and satisfyingly savoury Cabernet Sauvignon produced by d'Arenberg. Love the cedar spice and blackberry nose on this smoky red with dark berry, dark chocolate and sweet vanilla flavours on the palate. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. Pair with smoked and braised meats. Drink: 2019-2025. 943456 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. August 2, 2019
Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full ReviewSchild Estate Grenache Mourvèdre Shiraz 2016, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied and smooth red wine blend of 55% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre and 15% Shiraz produced by the Schild family who have been making wine in the Barossa Valley for more than 60 years. Rich with ripe dark plum, dark berry, earthy, minty and white pepper flavours on the palate. Pair with a grilled Kangaroo strip loin steak. Drink: 2019-2022. 108183 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 6, 2019
Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full ReviewPeter Lehmann Wines Portrait Shiraz 2014, Barossa, Australia: Juicy black and purple plums aromas and flavours. Very rich and concentrated. The grapes come from an elevated region of the Barossa Valley and express that cooler vibrancy in the wine. Aromas of dark chocolate and black plum. This is a terrific wine, especially for the price. Pair with gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2015-2022. 572875 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 7, 2017
Top Rated Red Wine. Full ReviewPeter Lehmann Wines Layers Shiraz Tempranillo Mourvèdre Grenache 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A spectacular, robust Australian red wine at a terrific price! The Shiraz in the blend provides the muscular structure and tannin plus black plum, while Tempranillo adds some tarry character. Grenache adds dark floral and a racy exotic texture. This wine is aged for 12 months in 10-year oak barrels. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2016-2021. 138883 14.50% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 25, 2017
Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full ReviewSpeck Brothers Family Tree The Padre Cabernet-Merlot 2018, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A seriously gorgeous Niagara red wine blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. This wine was matured for 16 months in French and American oak barrels. Aromas of black fruit and smoke. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2020-2023. 18667 13% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 92/100. December 24, 2020
Top Rated Red Wine. Full ReviewErrazuriz Max Reserva Pinot Noir 2013, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A luscious, full-bodied, supple, satin-smooth red wine to tantalize your taste buds. Layers of fleshy cherry and field berry notes with a lick of spice and some mocha. Terrific balance and very food friendly. Try it with grilled pork chops tonight. Drink: 2013-2018. 13.50% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2015
Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewViña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Maipo Valley, Chile: Uber gorgeous, deep and delicious! Terrific bold red wine from Chile's Maipo Valley. This wine is made from diverse blocks of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes within the Maipo Valley. The wine was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. A savoury and juicy Chilean cabernet sauvignon with aromas of fleshy black plums and blackberries. A full-bodied red wine that's smooth and eminently gulpable. Dark red in the glass, mouth-filling in the palate. Finishes with smoke and spice. Great depth and length in the glass and on the palate. Polished tannins and a good finish. Great with pizza or gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2016-2020. 18721 14% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. January 6, 2018
Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full ReviewM. Chapoutier Les Vignes de Bila-Haut Côtes-du-Roussillon-Villages 2017, Côtes du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.C., France: From famed producer, M. Chapoutier another fantastic vintage for Les Vignes De Bila-Haut 2017 and fantastic value. Wine grapes are grown organically and biodynamically for this zesty, full-bodied red blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. Sensuous, flavourful to the last sip. look for dark berries, plums, spice and dried herbs on nose and palate. Well-structured and a pleasure to drink, Pair with grilled fennel sausages and sweet potato wedges. Drink: 2018-2022. 168716 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. August 16, 2019
Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewChâteau Peyros Tannat Cabernet Franc 2016, Madiran, Southwest A.C., France: Produced by the Famille Lesgourgues, Château Peyros 2016 is a great value, rich and concentrated Tannat and Cabernet Franc red wine blend with grapes sourced from the Madiran. Full-bodied and supple with blueberry, crushed raspberry, earthy violets and spicy, savoury flavours on the palate, beautiful structure and balance on this rich red with balanced acidity. Pour with a game roast or roast duck. Drink: 2021-2026. 208249 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. April 2, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewMichele Chiarlo Le Orme 16 Months Barbera d'Asti 2018, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Michele Chiarlo Le Orme 2018 Barbera d'Asti is an excellent value Barbera under $16. Lovely, smoky and balanced with ripe plum, ripe cherry, dark chocolate, vanilla, black pepper and cedar spice flavours vibrant on the palate. This wine underwent malolactic conversion and spent 16 months in stainless-steel tanks and finishes long with firm tannins. The wine is classified at the highest Italian level, Barbera d'Asti DOCG, and the vineyards form part of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014. Pour with an onion and tomato tarte. Drink: 2021-2025. 265413 13.50% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 88/100. September 30, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full ReviewValpantena Torre del Falasco Valpolicella Ripasso 2018, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Excellent value on this Valpolicella Ripasso from the Veneto wine region. Torre Del Falasco 2018 is a vibrant, full-bodied Amarone from Valpantena produced from mostly Corvina Veronese with Rondinella and Corvinone wine grapes. Deep and dark with ripe cherry, dark chocolate and dried sweet tobacco leaf flavours finishing smoky on the palate. Pour with grilled veal chops. Drink: 2021-2026. 642421 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. February 1, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewStoria Antica Superiore Valpolicella Ripasso 2018, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Storia Antica 2018 is a great value Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore from the Veneto wine region. Full-bodied and lushly layered with rich dark fruit, savoury, dark, smoky and toasty on the palate from oak ageing. Well-structured and balanced with supple tannins, this is a comfort wine and a perfect pairing to slow-braised beef ribs. "Storia antica" translates to "ancient history." Drink: 2021-2026. 273672 14% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. March 5, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewZenato Valpolicella Superiore 2017, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Wine grapes for this full-bodied mostly Corvina Veronese with Rondinella and Corvinone red wine blend are hand-harvested and fermented in stainless-steel tank prior to ageing in oak barrels for one year. Look for ripe dark fruit, meaty, smoky, dark chocolate and savoury spice flavours silky, smooth and elegant on the palate. Zenato is one of the most iconic and trusted names in all of wine industry. For more than half a century, Zenato has concentrated on making premium wine in Veneto. Pair with pastas in meat sauce or sausages. Drink: 2020-2025. 995704 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. February 19, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full ReviewOyster Bay Merlot 2013, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Round, smooth, supple Merlot with enticing aromas and flavours of fleshy black plum and blackberry on the nose and palate. Medium- to almost full-bodied. This would be a great match for grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2016. 692343 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 4, 2015
Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full ReviewOyster Bay Pinot Noir 2019, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Oyster Bay 2019 Pinot Noir is forever lush, zesty, fresh and concentrated with red cherry, berry, dried herbs, vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours mouth-watering on the palate, silky smooth on the finish. Tannins are structured but light. Drink: 2021-2023. 590414 14% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 91/100. October 27, 2021
Top Rated Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full ReviewSutherland Pinot Noir 2018, Elgin W.O., South Africa: From Thelema Mountain Vineyards, Sutherland 2018 Pinot Noir is produced from Burgundian Pinot Noir clones 113, 115 and 777. Fresh on the nose with bright cherry and toasty oak spice aromas, the wine is showing great promise and elegance with rose petal, bright red berry, strawberry, raspberry, toasty oak spice and baking spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are structured. Drink: 2021-2023. 624924 13.80% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 5, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewThe Oak Valley Blend A. G. Rawbone-Viljoen Merlot Cabernet Franc 2005, W.O., Elgin, South Africa: Lovely meaty quality to this wine with intriguing notes of fleshy black ripe fruit and smoke. Dried herbs and dark spices. Full-bodied weight. Drink: 2011-2015. 214361 14.50% XD 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 2, 2011
Full ReviewKWV Triptych Kwv 2008, W.O., Western Cape, South Africa: Smooth and delicious with full-bodied layers of fleshy black plums. Smoky and smooth. Amazingly great price. Drink: 2012-2015. 53124 14.40% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 29, 2012
Best Value Red Wine. Full ReviewPorcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: A gorgeous, powerful Cabernet Sauvignon with blackcurrant, blackberry and blueberry flavours on the palate finishing smooth and earthy with spicy notes. Great wild game wine. Drink: 2020-2024. 146894 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 91/100. December 24, 2020
Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full ReviewLes Vins Bonhomme el Petit Bonhomme 2018, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: Love the deep cherry colour on this spicy 55% Monastrell, 30% Garnacha and 15% Syrah red wine blend. Fragrant with wild herbs, ripe dark fruit and black pepper aromas on the nose, this is a fleshy, full-bodied, vibrant red with food-friendly acidity and velvety tannins. So easy to enjoy. Pour with a meat-lover's pizza. Drink: 2020-2023. 16578 14% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 90/100. December 15, 2020
Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full ReviewSolanera Viñas Viejas 2016, Yecla D.O., Spain: Such an easy-to-enjoy rich and smooth Spanish red wine blend of old vines Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache wine grapes sourced from Spain`s Yecla wine region. Great value under $20. Look for ripe black raspberry, blueberry, lavender, tobacco, vanilla, mocha and spicy oak flavours on the palate. Great now and for the next eight years. Drink: 2020-2027. 276162 14.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. July 16, 2020
Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full ReviewAtalaya Laya Almansa 2018, Almansa D.O.P., Spain: Produced from Garnacha (Grenache) Tintorera and Monastrell grapes planted in Spain's Almansa wine region from vineyards 1000 metres above sea level, this is a dry, medium-plus-bodied, juicy and velvety red wine blend with concentrated blueberry, dark plum, black raspberry, earthy florals and vanilla flavours wrapped up with a lingering spicy finish. Enjoy now with a grilled pork tenderloin. Drink: 2021-2022. 132605 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 92/100. March 16, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full ReviewSlow Press Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California, United States: This superb, full-bodied Californian Cabernet sources fruit from three regions: Paso Robles, Lodi and Monterey. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and is then matured in American oak barrels for nine months. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and plums wrapped in smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2019-2025. 15760 13.50% D 750 mL $19.00 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2022
Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewIronstone Merlot 2018, Lodi, California, United States: Ironstone Merlot is a consistent crowd-pleaser, enticing with its aromas of plushy dark, spiced plum and mocha on the nose. Full-bodied with black plum compote, savoury herbs and plenty of smoky vanilla and sweet oak spice flavours on the palate. The Kautz family, owners and operators of Ironstone, began farming in Lodi in 1926 and have been making wine there for four generations. Drink: 2020-2025. 704353 14% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 19, 2021
Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full ReviewRavenswood Old Vine Zinfandel 2012, Lodi, California, United States: Very elegant, balanced Californian Zinfandel, not over-the-top juicy berry flavours. Lots of flavour but delivered with finesse. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2017. 942599 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 18, 2015
Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewCarnivor Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, California, United States: Rich and succulent Californian red wine with gloriously delicious flavours of blackberry and fleshy black plum and mocha. pair with grilled steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 392647 14% D 750 mL $19.00 Score: 90/100. January 8, 2017
Best Value Red Wine. Full ReviewJoel Gott Wines 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, California, United States: A breezy, hedonistic hallway of cool mint and fleshy ripe blackberry on the nose of this lovely, aromatic Californian Cabernet. Juicy and savoury with enticing herbs and meaty notes mid-palate. Very intriguing. Full-bodied and smooth with some dark spices on the finish along with cedar brush. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2022. 444059 13.90% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 93/100. August 28, 2018
Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full ReviewCharles Smith The Velvet Devil Merlot 2016, Washington State, United States: The 2016 vintage of this Washington Merlot offers lots of pleasure in the glass. Hailing from a cold climate, this Merlot features aromas of black plum, cassis, blackberry. Pair with grilled pork chops and lamb. Drink: 2018-2022. 394742 13.50% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 22, 2018
Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full ReviewRavenswood Old Vine Zinfandel 2015, Lodi, California, United States: A spectacular Californian Zinfandel from one of the state's top producers. Aromas of cigar box, black plums, smoke and dark spice. Ideal for grilled meats and hamburgers. Drink: 2015-2021. 942599 14.50% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 1, 2018
Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full ReviewJosh Joseph Carr Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, California, United States: Smoky campfire on the nose of this full-bodied, layered red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2015-2019. 461053 13.50% D 750 mL $17.00 Score: 90/100. April 25, 2017
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