Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied with attractive black fruit and smoke aromas. Balanced and elegant at an amazingly great price. Great with meat dishes. Finishes with black cherry. Try it with prime rib. Drink: 2013-2016. 143206 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. July 5, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Bundeena Bay Vineyard Series Pinot Grigio 2013, Australia: A lovely soft, white floral pinot Grigio with just a deft touch of acidity to keep it interesting. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to light seafood dishes. Drink: 2013-2015. 358978 13% XD 750 mL  $13.70 Score: 86/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Reserve Baco Noir 2010, Niagara, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: I find baco noir a hard wine to love but Henry of Pelham does it right: this is best of class. Brooding aromas of black and purple plum, blackberries and blueberries wrapped in smoke. Supple and full-boided. Could this be the ultimate hamburger wine? Drink: 2013-2016. 461699 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. May 11, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Maipo Valley, Chile: This Chilean red wine has an intense and aromatic nose of mint and blackberry with plush fleshy plums on the palate. Nicely balanced with full-bodied goodness. The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this wine are sourced from Santa Rita’s estate vineyard in Alto Jahuel. Great structure and a good grip on the palate. Decant 1-2 hours. Finishes with dark spices. Pair with meat lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2012-2018. 460170 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Xavier Cuvée Anonyme 2009, A.C., Châteauneuf Du Pape, Rhône, France: A gorgeous and robust blend of 25% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, 25% Syrah grapes with the balance being 25% Counoise, Vaccarese and other grapes. Seductive nose of black cherry and blackberry liqueur, anise underbrush, cedar. Aromatic, complex, layered and deep with a very long finish. Worth every penny. Try with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2020. 337659 14.50% XD 750 mL  $56.95 Score: 97/100. July 6, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Laroche De La Chevaliere Viognier 2013, Pays d'Oc IGT, France: Smokin for the price. No perceptible sweetness. Truly complex. Delicate white florals and lychee with rose petal and almond on the finish. Classic French Viognier. Perfect for mild to medium curries and spices. Lovely. Drink: 2013-2016. 377622 13% XD 750 mL  $12.70 Score: 88/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Wither Hills Wairau Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Wairau Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand: The grapes are also sourced from New Zealand's South Island. Grassy and herbal kiwi Sauvignon Blanc, with quivering lime vibrancy. Pure, fresh, with no oak. Bring me a mega big salad or a spinach quiche ... quickly! A racy finish with a lick of citrus zest. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2015. 919514 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery Grand Estates Chardonnay 2009, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: Full-bodied, straight-forward pleasure with toasty oak and tree fruit notes. Great price. Drink: 2012-2014. 462846 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. November 24, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review