Susana Balbo Signature Malbec 2014, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Blueberry-blackberry pie aromas on the nose of this amazing Argentine red wine, with enticing dark spices and smoke nuances. Pair with roast beef or prime rib. Great price. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2023. 79798 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. September 27, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

La Posta Pizzella Malbec 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: Winemakers Paula and Pablo Pizzella grow the grapes in Altamira, Mendoza. This dark, meaty and full-bodied Argentine wine sources its Malbec grapes from local growers, the Pizzella Family Vineyard (Ed Lehrman and Nick Ramkowsky). Lots of chocolate, espresso, coffee and mocha from oak aging. This La Posta is more robust than the winery's Angel Paulucci red wine. Pair with Mexican mole. Drink: 2017-2022. 166298 13% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 1, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

El Esteco Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Calchaquí Valley, Argentina: A robust, delicious Chilean Cabernet with attractive aromas of blackberry, cassis and smoke. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2024. 568907 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Trapiche Medalla Malbec 2014, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust, concentrated Argentine red wine made from the Malbec grape. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums, dark berries and spice. Terrific, balancing acidity for tangy meat sauces. Drink: 2018-2022. 547869 14.20% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 93/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Alamos Selección Malbec 2015, Uco Valley, Argentina: A robust red with great depth and complexity at an excellent price point. Syrah add so much character to this blend with fleshy blackberries and cherries. It's full-bodied, balanced and smooth. Perfect for grilled meats and hard cheeses. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2022. 322800 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 24, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Clos de los Siete 2014, Mendoza, Argentina: Seductive aromas of ripe black plums, blackberry, cassis, smoke and dark spice. A lovely dark garnet hue with violet tints in the glass. A blockbuster Argentine red wine with grapes sourced from seven premium vineyards, thus "Siete." The much-respected consulting winemaker Michel Rolland manages the winery and oversees production. Polished tannins with superb balance. Judicious and subtle integration of oak. Finishes with some eucalyptus aromas, and mocha hints. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2023. 622571 14.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. November 7, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Obra prima Reserva Malbec 2014, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust Argentine red wine with attractive aromas of fleshy ripe black plums, dark berries, spice and smoke. This wine is made from 100% Malbec grapes from a 100-year-old vineyard planted 950 metres above sea level. The grapes are hand-picked and the wine is aged 12 months in French oak barrels. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2022. 574517 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 7, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Malbec 2016, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Susana Balbo's Signature 2016 Malbec is rich and juicy with blueberry-blackberry pie aromas with a touch of smoke on the nose. With great acidity for food, ripe black fruit, oak, full bodied and structured tannins pair this one with barbeque fare. Drink now and for the next five years. Drink: 2018-2026. 79798 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Benmarco Malbec 2015, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Benmarco Malbec is a lush and rich Malbec produced by Susana Balbo. This unfined and unfiltered Argentine red wine is made from grapes that are hand-picked from vines planted in the Andean foothills. Vintner Susana Balbo is a masterful winemaker. This vintage is rich with juicy blackberry, dark chocolate and savoury herb flavours. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy now and for the next three years. Drink: 2018-2023. 657601 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Zuccardi Concreto Malbec 2016, Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A blockbuster Malbec with great depth, concentration, elegance and length. A little closed right now, the 2016 Concreto Malbec was produced in a difficult year with cool, rainy conditions in the Altamira. Even though, lot of aroma of herbs, with dark fruit, berries and savoury spices on the palate. Enjoy now and for the next five years. Drink: 2018-2024. 455774 14% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label 2014 is a robust red produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Coonawarra, South Australia. Tremendous quality for the price. Pronounced aromas of blackberry, plum, eucalyptus, vanilla, toast, smoke and cake spices. Very fruity with pronounced flavours of cassis, red cherry, blackberry, bitter chocolate, toasty oak. Tannins are dense, but plushy. Enjoy now and for the next 15 years. Drink: 2018-2037. 84996 14% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 92/100. April 1, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Mitolo Jester Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Mitolo's Jester 2016 is a robust red with crushed raspberry, toasty herb and dried tobacco leaf flavours. Good structure and firm tannins on this Cabernet Sauvignon from the McLaren Vale. Drink: 2018-2024. 43224 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Jim Barry Wines The Barry Brothers Cabernet Shiraz 2016, Clare Valley, Australia: A generous, smoky, full-bodied Australian Shiraz Cabernet blend. Layers of flavour and pleasure. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2018-2022. 632059 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. January 5, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

The Hedonist Shiraz 2015, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: The Hedonist is not your typical McLaren Vale Shiraz. This is a big, meaty red with balance and finesse. Love the replays of fleshy blackberries and plums across the palate. Pair with a rich, and meaty game dish. Enjoy now and for the next five years. Produced by the Walter Clappis Wine Company. Drink: 2018-2025. 90191 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 6, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Shingleback Davey Estate Reserve Shiraz 2015, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Davey Estate Reserve 2015 is a rich, full-bodied Shiraz from the well-known producer, Shingleback. Dark fruit and cherry, dark spice and pepper on the nose and palate. Pair with roast beef. The wine is small batch open-fermented and spends over one year maturing in American and French oak. Drink: 2018-2024. 431296 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz 2015, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: The Dead Arm 2015 Shiraz is d'Arenberg's big, broody red with blackberry and clove on the nose. On the palate, the blackberry flavours are ripe, creamy and sweet on the mid-palate finishing with cedar spice and some salinity. The low yielding vines that produce the grapes for this wine are called the dead arm as they look so wizened and ancient. The grapes are picked in small parcels and remain separate until final blending. They're gently crushed then transferred to five tonne headed down open fermenters. Drink now and for the next 15 years. Drink: 2018-2024. 430512 14.50% XD 750 mL  $58.95 Score: 91/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Strapper Gsm 2015, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Yalumba's The Strapper 2015 is a juicy and robust red wine blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (aka Mourvèdre) grapes. Well-priced below $20. The Grenache shines in this wine with its ripe and juicy raspberry flavours, dark plums, dark chocolate and nutty finish. Drink: 2018-2022. 295873 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 28, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2016, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Thorn-Clarke Shotfire 2016 is a robust Barossa red wine, a full-bodied Shiraz with layers of dark fruit, dark chocolate, vanilla and cedar spice. Shiraz grapes for this Australian red were cool fermented and the wine was aged in both American and French hogshead barrels for 14 to 16 months. This Australian red wine is made by sixth generation Goddard family. Drink: 2018-2024. 18796 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Sons of Eden Kennedy Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2015, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This gorgeous, full-bodied Australian red wine won a Gold Medal at the 2017 Decanter World Wine Awards. It's a blend of 40% Grenache, 34% Shiraz and 26% Mouvedre grapes. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums, blackberries, and toasty oak. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for 16 months before blending. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2024. 558692 14.90% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. October 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz Cabernet 2016, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: The 2016 vintage is an Australian red wine blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The wine was matured in both new and used French and American oak barrels. The Jip Jip rocks are an outcrop of 350 million year old red granite near the family's vineyard in the heart of the Padthway region near Morambro Creek. A lively, mouth-coating red wine from a consistently good producer. This vintage offers aromas of minty blackberry on the nose with fleshy black plum on the palate. Round, supple and satisfying with a great finish. Try it with gourmet hamburgers and all the fixings. Drink: 2017-2022. 186114 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. September 15, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Kilikanoon The Lackey Shiraz 2016, Australia: Big, bold and black fruit with delicious fleshy ripeness wrapped in toasty oak. Polished tannins. Black pepper with a hint of eucalyptus on the finish. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2022. 5199 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 1, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wakefield Winery Clare Valley Estate Chardonnay 2016, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: This Chardonnay over-delivers on the price-quality ratio. Full-bodied with green apple and toasty oak aromas. Perfect for roast chicken. Lovely melon and pear notes on the finish of this Australian Chardonnay. Drink: 2017-2019. 711556 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Estate Pinot Noir 2016, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, V.Q.A., Canada: Fleshy ripe black cherry aromas on the nose follow through with those flavours on the palate. Racy acidity for roasted chicken and turkey. Very complex with a long finish. Drink: 2017-2022. 268391 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 15, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: A spectacular blend of cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot and Malbec with a solid Bordeaux-like structure. The Okanagan signature is fully present here with a generosity of dark fruit aromas and rich, full-bodied weight. A long, satisfying finish. Drink: 2018-2022. 626325 13.80% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Monte Creek Ranch and Winery Hands Up Red 2016, Thompson Valley, British Columbia, Canada: This is a juicy, lip-smacking, robust blend of Frontenac Noir, Marquette, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. This BC red wine with aromas of dark berries and smoke. Train robber Billy Miner is on the front label, a local rascal from the 1890s. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2018-2021. 15769 13.80% D 750 mL  $15.50 Score: 89/100. September 26, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Dry Riesling 2017, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada: This wine is so juicy and succulent! It's dry but the fruit is so generous and luscious. A terrific BC Riesling with notes of lime zest, lemongrass, chives and stone. Pair with shellfish or seafood. Drink: 2018-2022. 308312 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars Pinot Noir 2016, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada: A beautiful, smooth, supple, medium-bodied BC Pinot Noir with notes of black cherry and raspberry. Velvet texture and mouth-feel on the palate. Blue Mountain produces some of Canada's best Pinot Noirs year after year. Pair with veal. Drink: 2018-2023. 329466 13.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. September 26, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Gray Monk Estate Winery Odyssey White Brut 2015, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A spectacular BC sparkling with crisp, toasty refreshment. Layers of green apple and freshly baked bread. Long, persistent finish. Pair with more of the same please ;) Drink: 2018-2023. 711218 11.30% D 750 mL  $30.00 Score: 94/100. December 17, 2021 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Costa Pinot Noir 2017, Aconcagua Valley, Aconcagua Costa D.O., Chile: Errázuriz 2017 is an elegant and juicy Pinot Noir from the Aconcagua Valley, Aconcagua Costa wine region in Chile. As always, a stunning PN with sour cherry, raspberry, red currant and rose petal flavours. Drink: 2020-2022. 541151 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. March 25, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Montes Alpha Carmenère 2015, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: The Carmenère wine grapes for Montes Alpha 2015 were sustainably dry farmed. This Carmenère is incredibly concentrated rich and deep with fleshy black plums that you can dive head first into. Just another phenomenal wine from Montes with dark plum, blackberry and dark chocolate flavours on the palate. Drink: 2018-2025. 143230 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Concha y Toro Marqués De Casa Concha Syrah 2016, Buin, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: One of their best reds and vintages from Concha Y Toro. Marqués De Casa Concha 2016 Syrah from grapes sourced from Buin, southbank of the Maipo River, is rich with blackberry, black raspberry and spicy flavours on the palate. Enjoy now and for the next three years. Drink: 2018-2024. 19042 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Primus Carmenère 2016, Apalta, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Primus 2016 is a great value Caménère produced by Alto de Casablanca in Apalta, Colchagua Valley. On the palate, this medium-full bodied red is black currant, vanilla, plum pudding, chocolate, eucalyptus, sage and rosemary with spicy pepper finish. Tannins are medium and acidity is refreshing with a long finish. The Caménère vines for this wine are planted with a southern exposure along the Tinguiririca River's old terraces. The winery practices sustainable agriculture. Drink: 2018-2022. 439356 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A big, bold Chilean red wine with classic aromas of fleshy ripe black plums, spice and smoke. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2023. 203364 14% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Carmenère 2016, Maule Valley D.O., Chile: Another stellar vintage for this single vineyard Carmenère rocks! Carmenère is the flagship red wine of Chile. Loving the layers of fleshy black plums. Lots of concentration and length. Velvet texture on the palate. The wines from San Pedro's 1865 line come from its own vineyard planted with a specific variety. The Carmenère comes from the winery's property in the Maule Valley, with rolling hillside vineyards averaging 20 years of age and planted in alluvial soil with angular stones to control plant vigour. This robust red wine finishes with notes of cassis and dried tobacco. Great balance and depth. Try it with a rack of lamb tonight. Highly recommended. Drink: 2018-2024. 249201 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Concha y Toro Marques De Casa Concha Carmenère 2015, Peumo, Cachapoal Valley, Aconcagua Costa, Chile: This savoury and juicy red wine, features big black plum and berry aromas and flavours as well as dried herbs and spices. Full-bodied and smooth Carmenère. Offers incredible quality and taste for the price. Try it with a hearty meat dish. Lovely dark spices and black plums on the nose of this robust red wine. Decant for 1-2 hours. Drink: 2017-2021. 169862 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. September 15, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Maipo Valley, Chile: Savoury, feral, rich, dark and brooding South African red wine made from classic Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The grapes were harvested by hand in mid April and underwent a cold maceration of 5 days followed by a longer one of 25 days. The wine was aged in French oak barrels (95%) and America oak (5%). Intense concentration and depth of flavour: lots of fleshy black plums and berries. Pair with leg of lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2017-2022. 37911 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger 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

Halos de Jupiter 2016, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A full-bodied southern French red wine from the Rhine Valley with gorgeous aromas of black fruit and pleasantly bitter, dry finish. Winemaker Michel Gassier and oenologist Philippe Cambie have crafted a blockbuster here. Pair with roast duck. Drink: 2018-2021. 276956 15% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château Bellevue La Forêt Rosé 2017, Fronton, Southwest A.C., France: An terrific rose from Fronton in the south of France. it's made from lesser-known wine grapes, mostly Negrette, with some Gamay. Love the salmon-clementine hue in the glass. Aromas of small strawberries, raspberry and citrus spice. Mouth-watering and juicy. Amazing price for this quality. Pair with planked salmon or roast chicken. Drink: 2018-2020. 219840 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 92/100. September 27, 2018 Best Value Rosé Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Fitou Grenache Carignan 2015, Midi A.P., France: Winemaker Gerard Bertrand loves the Mediterranean lifestyle. The vineyard for this wine lies between the mountains of Corbières and the lakes and beaches along the Mediterranean coastline in southern France. Gérard Bertrand's Fitou 2015 is a smoky, spicy and full-bodied red blend of Grenache and Carignan wine. Drink: 2018-2024. 403683 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. September 1, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Xavier Vignon Rosé 2017, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: This savoury, mouth-watering French rosé is a blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault grapes. Aromas of rose petal, dried herbs, field berries and spice. Pair with roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2018-2020. 450908 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Best Value Rosé Wine. Great Goat Cheese Wine Full Review

Château Teyssier 2014, Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Château Teyssier, this 2014 vintage is a full-bodied Bordeaux blend of Merlot and Cabernet wine grapes with aromas of black cherry, cassis, baking spices, leather and tobacco. On the palate, there are ripe red fruits, cinnamon and vanilla flavours. Excellent balance between acidity and tannins. Drink: 2018-2029. 226035 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir La Clape Syrah Carignan Mourvèdre 2015, Coteaux De Languedoc La Clape, South Of France A.P., France: A full-bodied southern French red wine blend are planted closer to the Mediterranean sea and therefore there are more spice accents in the finished wine along with red fruits, lavender and pepper. The vines are planted at an altitude of 200 metres above sea level, which preserves their freshness with cool nights. The soils consist of limestone plateau that's thousands of years old. Although the Languedoc is the world's largest wine region with 235,000 acres, it is not one homogenous mass or style wine-wise. There are actually 5 sub-climates and more than 50 different grapes used in varying blends. Compare that to the 5 grapes used in Bordeaux. There are also 8 different and distinctive winds that blow through the vines here as compared to one in the Rhone, the Mistral. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2016-2022. 370262 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 7, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape 2016, Rhône A.C., France: Château de Beaucastel 2016 is a classic Châteauneuf-Du-Pape with a medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 35% Mourvèdre, 25% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 10% Counoise, 5% Cinsault and 10% other varieties. Great length with ripe cherry, blueberry, sweet spice and savoury dried herb flavours on the palate. Pair with a prime rib roast beef. Drink: 2018-2035. 711317 14.50% D 750 mL  $93.95 Score: 95/100. July 5, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir Les Aspres Syrah Mourvèdre Grenache 2015, Côtes Du Roussillon Les Aspres, Midi A.P., France: Grand Terroir Les Aspres 2015 is a medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 50% Syrah, 40% Mourvèdre and 10% Grenache from the Côtes Du Roussillon Les Aspres and produced by Gérard Bertrand, and makes more than 85 different wines from 33 domaines (wineries and vineyards). Look for lush cherry, crushed black raspberries, cedarbrush and forest-floor on this silky red. Enjoy now and for the next five years. Drink: 2018-2025. 413245 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Chimères 2016, Midi A.P., France: So luscious! High alcohol but the wine doesn't taste hot: rich and full-bodied with complex layers of black fruit, hickory smoke and dried herbs. So savoury! Love the incredible range of styles that the Rhone region produces, like this intriguing red wine blend. Full-bodied and deeply savoury. Violets, black plum, deep dive black raspberry into a heart of welling darkness and satisfaction. Drink: 2018-2025. 119354 15% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Michele Castellani Colle Cristi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2013, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Michele Castellani Colle Cristi is a full-bodied and very generous Amarone, and lovers of this style should stock up. Layers of dark cherry, blackberry, anise and dried herb flavours on the palate. Great acidity on this food-friendly wine. Try it with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2018-2024. 222109 15.50% D 750 mL  $48.95 Score: 95/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Dell'ornellaia Le Serre Nuove 2016, Bolgheri Rosso, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Dell'ornellaia Le Serre Nuove is a big benchmark Italian red wine blend of 64% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 9% Petit Verdot wine grapes from the Tuscany wine region. Look for ripe blackberry, raspberry and dark chocolate on the mid-palate with some hints of liquorice. The vintage is still quite tight and needs a couple of hour decanting if pouring now. Tannins are still firm. Le Serre Nuove is the little sibling of the famous Super Tuscan Ornellaia, and is a powerhouse in its own right. Drink: 2018-2024. 606194 14% D 750 mL  $64.95 Score: 93/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Riserva Chianti Rúfina 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Drink: 2018-2025. 395186 13.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95. September 15, 2018 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Carpineto Farnito Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Carpineto Farnito 2012 is a full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon from the Tuscany wine region. The winery was established in 1967, and makes IGT designated wines from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes that grows in hillside vineyards in Gaville which is close to Florence as well as Chianciano and Montepulciano in Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Loaded with aromas and flavours of black fruit, smoke, mocha, and tanned leather. Great structure, long finish. Drink: 2018-2022. 996553 12.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Palazzo Brunello Di Montalcino 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Leather and violets on the nose with a silky palate on this robust Brunello Di Montalcino 2013 from the Tuscany wine region. Long on dark cherries, berries and earthy flavours with fine, silky tannins and a long berry fruit finish. Drink: 2018-2026. 660746 14.50% XD 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 96/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2014, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: The Ducale Oro Gran Selezione 2014 is a classic Chianti Ruffino Riserva from the Tuscany wine region. This is a full-bodied Chianti with a blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Chianti lovers know this wine ... very well. Ruffino's "Oro" (gold) Riserva Ducale is produced only in exceptional vintages. The estate-grown grapes are harvested by hand and the wine is aged in a combo of oak, stainless steel and concrete for 36 months. On the palate there is vibrant red berry , underbrush, earthy and savoury herb flavours. Drink: 2018-2030. 353201 13.50% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 94/100. January 8, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Lucente La Vite 2016, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Intense, full-bodied and fleshy, Lucente La Vite 2016 is a blend of Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon matured for one year in French barriques. On the palate, there is dried black cherry, fleshy blackberries, cedar spice and smoke. Pair this wine with prime rib. La Vite Lucente is a second wine to Frescobaldi’s flagship label Luce, with grapes sourced from the same vineyards. Drink: 2018-2024. 747030 13.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. May 17, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zenato Valpolicella Superiore 2016, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Founded in 1960, 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. Zenato 2016 is full-bodied with dark red berries, clove, pepper and cedar smoke. This blend of mostly Corvina Veronese with Rondinella and Corvinone is hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel before being aged in oak for one year. Drink: 2018-2024. 995704 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 7, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Masi Campofiorin 2014, Verona, Italy: A juicy, full-bodied, supple Italian red wine from one of the country's most respected producers. Aromas of black cherry liqueur and smoke. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017-2022. 155051 13% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 91/100. September 27, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Ferrari Brut Sparkling, Alto Adige, Trentino D.O.C., Italy: From the Alto Adige, Trentino wine region, Ferrari NV Trento Prestige Brut is produced from 100% Chardonnay wine grapes from the region. Bright, vibrant and bone-dry with ripe stone fruit, citrus and flinty mineral flavours on the palate. Chill and pour on its own or with seafood canapes. Drink: 2022-2024. 478106 12.50% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 92/100. November 4, 2023 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Thornbury Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A crisp, invigorating New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of lemon peel, lime blossom and dried herbs. Vibrant acidity makes this perfect for vegetarian dishes and oysters. Drink: 2017-2019. 734798 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. August 2, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Small Parcels Rise and Shine Pinot Noir 2014, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand: Fleshy ripe dark berries with a velvet texture on the tongue. This New Zealand Pinot Noir is pure decadence. Pair with guinea fowl. Drink: 2014-2021. 35337 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Forrest The Doctors' Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Forrest The Doctors' 2017 is a mouth-watering Sauvignon Blanc with white grapefruit pith, lime, lemon and light herb flavours on the palate. Low in alcohol (less than 10% abv). Pair with green salads topped with herbed goat cheese and sweet beets. Drink: 2018-2020. 317842 9.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 1, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Pinot Noir 2016, Marlborough, New Zealand: Oyster Bay's Pinot Noir 2016 of this lovely Pinot Noir is nicely crafted with ripe black cherries, plum, dried savoury herbs and cake spice. This is a solid PN, intense with crisp acidity. Toasty oak on the nose of this New Zealand red wine wraps around fleshy ripe black cherries. Full-bodied, mouth-watering juicy and smooth with a great finish. Smoky oak and black cherry notes with some dark spice on the finish. Terrific with a wide range of dishes, from roast chicken to salmon. Enjoy now with roast lamb and veal dishes. Drink: 2018-2022. 590414 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. September 15, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Squealing Pig Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: The Sauvignon Blanc wine grapes for Squealing Pig (2017) are sourced from the driest and coolest vineyard sites in the Awatere Valley. Look for fresh grapefruit, zesty lemon and fresh herb flavours on the palate finishing long with vibrant acidity. Chill and enjoy with grilled seafood dishes. Drink: 2018-2019. 414789 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. September 15, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Marlborough, New Zealand: Love the fresh melon notes on the nose and palate of this lovely New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc! Aromas of grapefruit, lemongrass, chives and lime citrus. Not grassy. Cool climate white wine at its best. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2018-2021. 316570 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. July 5, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Bellingham Homestead Series The Old Orchards Chenin Blanc 2016, Paarl W.O., South Africa: A gorgeous 2016 vintage of this Chenin Blanc! Aromas of lanolin, beeswax, lemongrass and peach. Unctuous, viscous, lovely mouth-filling rich texture and weight. Made from 35-year-old Paarl vines that was barrel fermented. Finishes with notes of honey. Pair with veal or chicken. Drink: 2018-2020. 484055 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 93/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Marqués de Cáceres Reserva 2012, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Marqués de Cáceres Reserva 2012 is a 85% Tempranillo, 10% Grenache and 5% Graciano full-bodied red wine with ripe black cherry, floral, earthy, savoury flavours and a zesty citrus finish. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2018-2022. 702761 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Luis Cañas Crianza 2015, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A voluptuously layered, full-bodied Spanish red wine made from Tempranillo grapes. Attractive aromas of dark fruit, cigar box, tanned leather and dried tobacco leaves. Pair with a juicy, rare steak. Terrific wine for your cellar. Drink: 2018-2021. 336719 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 7, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

The Arran Malt Lochranza Scotch Whisky, Scotland, United Kingdom Drink: 2018-2028. 478693 43.12% D 700 mL  $57.95. September 15, 2018 Full Review

Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Sonoma County, California, United States: From Sonoma County, California Rodney Strong 2015 is a robust and full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with a blackberry, cedar brush, vanilla and oak on the nose. Finishes with notes of cocoa and cedar spice. Tannins are grippy. Decant 1-2 hours prior to serving with beef sliders. Drink: 2018-2023. 226944 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. September 15, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Sonoma County, California, United States: St. Francis 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma County, California, is a juicy, full-bodied Cab with ripe blackberry fruit, dark chocolate, spice and vanilla wrapped up in a soft smokiness . Velvety texture and full mouth-feel. Delicious with veal tenderloin or grilled lamb. Drink: 2018-2024. 671164 13.80% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. June 11, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Petite Sirah 2015, Napa Valley, California, United States: This Californian red wine is actually a blend, mostly Petite Sirah (usually around 80%), then the remainder usually leads with Syrah and Grenache grapes and a splash of Viognier and Carignan. Drink: 2018-2020. 590356 14.20% D 750 mL  $60.95 Score: 92/100. November 7, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Belle Glos Las Alturas Vineyard Pinot Noir 2015, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey County, California, United States: Sweet cherry-berry aromas and flavours on the palate. Vanilla oak spice, smoke and raspberry compote and preserves on the finish. Full-bodied Californian Pinot Noir. This is one of four single vineyard wines from this winery and considered the most robust of all four. Gotta love that red melted wax seal: makes a great gift package. Pair with grilled chicken. Lots of mocha and dark chocolate and caramel on the finish from oak aging. arch 31, 2017). Drink: 2018-2022. 212076 14.70% D 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 92/100. September 15, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Ghost Pines Winemaker's Blend Merlot 2015, Napa, Sonoma, California, United States: A supple, smooth, full-bodied Californian Merlot with attractive aromas of fleshy ripe black plum and toasty oak. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2022. 454876 14.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. December 7, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Syrah 2016, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Great value on this Washington Syrah From Chateau Ste. Michelle. This is an elegant, medium-plus-bodied Syrah (2016) from the Columbia Valley with lush and intense blueberry, dark cherry, chocolate and earthy violets on the palate. This Syrah was aged 16 months in a mix of French and American oak barrels. The Chateau is the cornerstone winery of Washington's wine scene. Pair with a rack of lamb. Drink: 2018-2024. 949651 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Decoy Zinfandel 2016, Sonoma County, California, United States: This is a lush Zinfandel blend of 90% Zinfandel, 8% Petite Sirah, 1% each of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot sourced from nine vineyards in Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma. Decoy from the Duckhorn Wine Company is a luscious, juicy and supple Zinfandel with black raspberry, blueberry and plum notes finishes with a smattering of cracked pepper. Drink: 2018-2023. 327502 13.90% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 91/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Rodney Strong Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Rodney Strong's Knights Valley 2015 is a big California Cabernet Sauvignon. Almost purple in the glass with black currant, blackberry and plum aromas on the nose. The Knights Valley is the easternmost, and one of the warmest, of Sonoma's AVAs. Separated from the Pacific by the Coastal Ranges and the Mayacamas Mountains this area does not experience any of the cooling fogs and breezes for which much of Sonoma is known. Pair with rare cuts of meat. Terrific value. Drink: 2018-2025. 456723 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Cline Cellars Ancient Vines Zinfandel 2020, Contra Costa County, California, United States: Cline's Zinfandel grape vines more than 100 years old. Notes of blackberry and toasty, black fruit, tar, smoke and toasty oak on this full-bodied red made for the barbeque. Big, long red berry and peppery finish. Drink: 2022-2026. 719211 15% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 20, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Cannonball Merlot 2016, California, United States: Cannonball 2016 Merlot is a mocha and dark chocolate nose. This Californian deep-red wine red is juicy with dark fruit, savoury spice and mocha. So balanced and versatile, this creamy Merlot will pair with just about anything including chocolate. Drink: 2019-2024. 342824 13.80% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 91/100. July 19, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Michael David Freakshow Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Lodi, California, United States: Michael David's Freakshow 2015 is a full-bodied, juicy Cabernet Sauvignon with grapes sourced from the Lodi wine region in California. Look for lots of ripe dark fruit, cherry and blackberry flavours and a toasty oak finish on this smoky red with fine-grained tannins. Pair it with grilled meats, burgers, or even BBQ ribs. Drink: 2018-2024. 405175 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. November 3, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Silver Oak Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: A spectacular Californian Cabernet vintage after vintage. Beautifully structured and elegant with a long finish. This is royal Californian Cabernet. Layers of black fruit and toasty oak. Needs serious cellar time then decant 2 hours and pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2010-2029. 936039 13.80% XD 750 mL  $282.95 Score: 93/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Esser Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Monterey, California, United States  . March 1, 2012 Full Review

Ravenswood 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 Review

Seghesio Zinfandel 2016, Sonoma County, California, United States: This wine has been produced since 1895 and today the vines are about 30 years old. Serious zing for fun barbecues. Spicy, peppery, packed with jammy black fruit but not heavy. Mouth-watering juicy and lovely. The Seghesio Zinfandel is one of Californian's best Zins. The grapes for this Zinfandel grow in vineyards planted in the Alexander Valley and Dry Creek in Sonoma. Pair with gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2018-2023. 942151 14.80% XD 750 mL  $30.95 Score: 91/100. May 15, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest H3 Merlot 2015, Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: The difference between daytime and nighttime temperatures in this eastern Washington state wine region is the reason why Merlots like this one are terrific. In October, during the last weeks of the key ripening season before harvest the nighttime temperature can plummet from 35 degrees in the day to just 20 degrees at night which allows for ripening during the day but then the grapes stop in the night and preserve freshness and natural acidity. The great thing is that the grapes don't get over-ripe as in some warm climates where photosynthesis produces more sugar and therefore more alcohol. That's why Washington red wines are often a moderate 13% alcohol. This wine features aromas of dark spice, fleshy blackberry and smoke. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2018-2022. 209874 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

MacMurray Estate Vineyards Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2015, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Enticing aromas of mocha and espresso are followed by ripe fleshy cherry and berry fruit. Medium-bodied and smooth. Originally actor Fred MacMuray purchased the land on which these vines grow back in 1941. Finishes with lavendar and raspberry. Pair with veal. The 2015 vintage of this lovely cool-climate Californian Pinot Noir from Sonoma's Russian River Valley offer tremendous complexity and finesse. Aromas of dark berries and spice. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2017-2022. 399311 13.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 91/100. February 28, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Rodney Strong Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Sonoma County, California, United States: This is a robust and full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with a blackberry, cedar brush, dark cocoa and savoury spice flavours on the palate. Consistent vintage after vintage and a crowd pleaser. Founded in 1959 Rodney Strong Vineyards, the Klein family have been overseeing operations since 1989. Drink: 2019-2026. 226944 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. July 10, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Rodney Strong Pinot Noir 2015, California, United States: A lovely, supple, smooth Californian Pinot Noir from a much-respected producer. Aromas of fleshy ripe black cherry and spice. Pair with veal or roast turkey. Drink: 2018-2022. 954834 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. December 7, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Flowers Pinot Noir 2016, Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, United States: Flowers 2016 is a spectacular Pinot Noir from the Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, layered with ripe red berry fruit, rosehips, dried herbs, wild mushroom flavours and earthy spices on the palate. Smooth and medium-bodied. Perfect for grilled chicken. Drink: 2018-2024. 215202 13.50% XD 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 92/100. November 13, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review