Clos De Los Siete malbec merlot cabernet sauvignon syrah 2006, Mendoza, Argentina: The 2006 Clos de los Siete is a slightly different blend with 50% malbec, 30% merlot, 10% cabernet sauvignon and 20% syrah. A full-bodied red with aromas of black fruit. 622571 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 88/100. August 16, 2008 Full Review

Clos de los Siete 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Black pepper and fleshy black plum aromas on the nose of this blockbuster Argentine red wine, with some cassis and dark spice on a long finish. Layered, complex and deep, like math, but without the work. This red hails from one of Argentina's top producers. This wine benefits from the guidance of the famous consulting winemaker Michele Rolland. Pair this wine with asada (Argentine-style barbecued meats). Wow. Drink: 2013-2018. 622571 14.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Kurtz Family Boundary Row Shiraz 2008, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Blackberry jam with dark spices and mouth-watering juiciness. Full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2012-2015. 29371 14.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 91/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Mollydooker Blue Eyed Boy Shiraz 2014, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied palate-whacker from Australia, with aromas of black fruit and toasty oak. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2020. 327379 14% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 91/100. April 4, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2013, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Gorgeous depth and concentration of flavour in this iconic BC Pinot Noir, yet it's not heavy at all. Aromas of fleshy ripe black cherries, violets and some dark spice on the nose follow through on the palate. This is seductive Pinot that gives liquid definition to opulence. Pair it with something naughty. Love, love the mouth-watering juiciness! Try it with roast turkey. Drink: 2015-2019. 585760 13.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 93/100. April 18, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Black Sage Merlot 2010, V.Q.A., Okanagan, B.C., Canada: Fleshy black plums with a touch of smoke. Full-bodied and smooth. Terrific, especially for the price. Drink: 2012-2016. 593053 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. November 24, 2012 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Mission Hill Family Estate Slc Syrah 2009, V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada  68379 13% XD 750 mL  $36.95. May 26, 2011 Full Review

Mission Hill Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: Full-bodied with attractive aromas and flavours of black fruit, vanilla toast and pepper. Layered and complex with a good finish. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair with filet mignon. Drink: 2013-2018. 553321 13% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. August 3, 2014 Full Review

Tarapaca Shiraz Reserva, Chile  602383  750 mL. January 1, 2011 Full Review

Olivier Ravoire Gigondas 2011, Gigondas, Rhône méridional, France  XD 750 mL  $29.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

J. Boutin Saint-Joseph Parcelle de Jean 2019, Saint-Joseph, Rhône A.C., France: J. Boutin Parcelle De Jean 2019 Syrah is produced from a tiny family-owned, organically-farmed parcel in Saint-Joseph, Rhône Valley wine region. The wine is aged in both tank and large oak barrels and is dry, full-bodied with telltale aromas of dark cherry, menthol, dark plum, cracked pepper spice and stony, flinty mineral flavours concentrated and fresh on the palate. Tannins are elegant and dusty right through the long finish. Enjoy now or cellar for eight-plus years. Drink: 2023-2028. 27434 14% XD 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 91/100. September 24, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Gemma Barolo 2010, Piedmont, Italy: If you love the robust Barolo style, you'll welcome this blockbuster to the table. Towering, tannic and loaded with tar, black fruit, and wild violets. It's classic Barolo. Finishes with wild violet and truffles. Pair with lamb. Drink: 2016-2022. 285502 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 88/100. January 24, 2015 Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Altesino Brunello Di Montalcino Sangiovese (Chianti) 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: One of the best brunellos I've tasted. Savoury, complex, layered and delicious. Aromas of dark red berries, smoke, anise and happiness. Full-bodied, supple and endless on the finish. Wow. Drink: 2013-2018. 994095 13% XD 750 mL  $64.95 Score: 96/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Montresor Amarone 2010, Veneto, Italy Drink: 2012-2017. 240416 15% D 750 mL  $31.75. October 17, 2013 Full Review

Faustino Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2001, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Mature with tanned leather and Old World finesse. Gorgeous dry fruit and herbs, earth, dust and time gone by aromas. Finishes with longing and regret (for another glass). Drink: 2013-2021. 976662 12.80% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 92/100. February 20, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Barón de Ley Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2008, Rioja, Spain: A full-bodied Rioja with great finesse, elegance and length. Love the tertiary aromas of tanned leather, cigar and violets. Mouth-wateringly juicy for a wide range of dishes from lamb to roast beef. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2018. 642496 13% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Faustino I Gran Reserva 2006, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A lovely full-bodied and mature mostly Tempranillo red wine (with some Graciano and Mazuelo). Earthy with dried herb and dried fruit aromas on the nose. Spicy with leather, dried fruit and tobacco leaf flavours on the palate. The time has come to drink this wine. Pair with game roasts and grilled game sausages. Drink: 2019-2021. 976662 13.50% XD 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 91/100. April 24, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Decoy Zinfandel 2019, Sonoma County, California, United States: From the Duckhorn Wine Company, Decoy 2019 Zinfandel is a mouthful of red berry, plum, cherry and smoky spicy flavours supple and vibrant on the palate. A lush 90% Zinfandel, 8% Petite Sirah, 1% each of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot sourced from nine vineyards in Dry Creek Valley, this full-bodied Zin is generous and easy to love. Pour with BBQ long ribs. Drink: 2021-2025. 327502 13.90% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 91/100. September 24, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Hess Collection Allomi Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Napa Valley, California, United States: From Donald Hess, Hess Collection Allomi 2019 is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the estate Allomi Vineyard and is a dry, full-bodied red blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petite Sirah, 5% Malbec, 4% Merlot and 3% Petit Verdot. Lovely on the nose with ripe blackberry, wild lavender and savoury herbs, layered on the palate with ripe black fruits, black cherry, plum, wild herbs, chocolate, espresso and subtle oak spice flavours with a lingering dark fruit finish. One for Sunday night roast beef dinner with all the trimmings. Drink: 2023-2030. 906420 14.50% D 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. October 21, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review

Girard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley, California, United States: Girard 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is so savoury on the palate with ripe red berry, cassis, wild herbs, black olive, meaty and mocha flavours long and satisfying on the palate. Pour with steaks from the grill. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 231712 14.50% D 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 92/100. October 8, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Meiomi Wines Pinot Noir 2014, California, United States: Produced by Joseph Wagner, this medium-bodied, silky smooth Californian red wine offers plus aromas of fleshy cherry, sweet berry, and cinnamon spice. Pair with grilled chicken or pork chops. Drink: 2014-2019. 130138 14% D 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 92/100. April 19, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Napa Cellars Merlot 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: A full-bodied, solidly made Merlot from Napa Cellars. Classic aromas of black plum and berries. Supple and smooth. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2015-2019. 447300 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 91/100. August 4, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Rodney Strong Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: A towering, blockbuster Californian Cabernet with aromas of cassis, blackcurrant and plum. Finished with dark spice and blackberry. Pair with rare cuts of meat. Drink: 2015-2020. 456723 14% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 91/100. August 20, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Sterling Merlot 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Sterling is known for its smooth, full-bodied and superbly balanced Merlot wines. This classic from the heart of Napa Valley is a Vintages Essential product. Sterling launched California's first-ever vintage-dated wine back in 1969. The 2011 vintage is loaded with aromas of blackberry and black plum. Superb. Drink: 2017-2020. 330241 14.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. July 22, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

William Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Intensely concentrated black fruit and smoke in this terrific Californian red wine with full-bodied weight and a supple texture. Lovely dried herbs and tobacco on the finish of this Napa Valley classic. This Cabernet Sauvignon was aged 21 months in oak barrels. This one will go for a while in your cellar, but why wait? decant 1-2 hours. Pair with filet mignon. Drink: 2017-2022. 212951 15.80% XD 750 mL  $65.00 Score: 93/100. August 5, 2017 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

Rodney Strong Merlot 2010, Sonoma County, California, United States: There's terrific balance, structure, supple texture and length on the finish of this wine. Alluring aromas of mocha-coffee on the nose along with rich black fruit. Pleasantly surprising vibrant acidity for food. Plush black plums and coffee on the finish. Try is with braised beef. This warm-climate Merlot finishes with vanilla spice, dark berry and fig. Drink: 2014-2018. 497933 13.80% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. July 19, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Souverain Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Complex, layered and nuanced yet powerful and intense too. Gorgeous depth and concentration with a finish as long as Sunset Boulevard. Classic dark fruit, smoke and mocha. Incredible craftsmanship. Try it with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2020. 718197 14.80% XD 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Ghost Pines Zinfandel 2011, California, United States: Enticing aromas of black and purple plums on the nose followed through by gloriously luscious flavours of these same fruits on the palate. Full-bodied and juicy. This wine cries out for any grilled meat on the barbecue. Drink: 2013-2015. 269373 14.90% D 750 mL  $20.75 Score: 91/100. August 3, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Napa Valley, California, United States: Gorgeous concentration and depth in this black-fruited wonder. Aromas of dark plums and blackberries wrapped in smoke and dark spices. A great persistence of flavour on the palate leads to a long and satisfying finish. Drink: 2010-2016. 91058 14.50% D 750 mL  $48.75 Score: 92/100. August 21, 2010 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Kendall-Jackson Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Sonoma County, California, United States: Such an elegant, yet expressive cabernet on the nose. Aromas of blackcurrant cassis mingle with dried herbs and cigar box. The palate opens to layers of dark fruit anise and smoke. Terrific balance, depth and length with a dry finish. Pair with filet mignon or lamb with rosemary. Drink: 2014-2018. 678615 14.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 92/100. December 7, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Carabella Pinot Noir 2008, Chehalem Mountains, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Expressive aromas almost leap out of the glass: bright black cherry, dark plum and violets. Smooth, seductive and medium- to full-bodied on the palate. Savoury notes and some dark spices on the finish. Absolutely lovely. Pair with roast chicken or grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2017. 180125 14.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 92/100. January 5, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Keenan Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: A complex, savoury, rich, dark, full-bodied cabernet. Most of the grapes are grown on the winery's estate in Napa Valley. It offers wonderful aromas and flavours of blackcurrant, blackberry, cassis, dark spices, anise and dried herbs. Terrific intensity of flavour and length on the finish. Pair with t-bone steak or grilled pork. Drink: 2014-2019. 685685 14.30% D 750 mL  $110.00 Score: 93/100. January 5, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Beringer Napa Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Lovely lushness on the nose and palate. Gorgeously ripe cherries and strawberries with some satin plum pleasure mingled in. Medium- to full-bodied and smooth. Pair with roast chicken, swordfish or pork. Drink: 2013-2017. 718668 14.30% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review