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Bodega Toro Winery Centenario Malbec 2020, Mendoza, Argentina: This wine seems to be improving each year! And yet it remains at an incredibly low price. The 2020 vintage for Toro is more savoury with dried herbs and lots of incredible dark fruit depth. This robust, smooth Argentine red wine made from the country's classic Malbec grape. This is the most popular Malbec in Argentina, which is quite a feat given that's their specialty. Pair with a grilled steak or other hearty meat dishes. Perfect for holiday entertaining. Drink: 2020-2023. 12452 12.50% D 750 mL  $9.80 Score: 89/100. November 5, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Vistamar Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah 2018, Maipo Valley, Chile: Vistamar Gran Reserva 2018 is an excellent value 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Syrah red wine blend under $20 from the Cerros de Chena Vineyard in the Maipo Valley. Full-bodied with a mouthful of dark berry, cassis, blackberry, dark cherry and pepper spice flavours on the palate and looking for a striploin steak done rare from the grill. Tannins are pleasantly grippy. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2024. 21466 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 1, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

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