Jim Barry Wines The Lodge Hill Shiraz 2012, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: A top-notch shiraz with aromas of fleshy blackberry and mint. Juicy, smooth and full-bodied. Very tasty. Perfect for hamburgers, pizza and steak. The grapes for this wine are grown in vineyards at an elevation of 480 metres above sea level which imparts great elegance and balance to this full-bodied red wine. Elegance meets decadence in the glass. Drink: 2014-2018. 998476 14% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 91/100. May 16, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Wits End Luna Shiraz 2012, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied, smooth and deep with black fruit and some smoke. Anise and blackberry on the palate with a savoury note. Fantastic price for this quality. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2019. 311258 15% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 13, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Jacob's Creek Reserve Shiraz 2016, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied, smoky, generous Shiraz with aromas of fleshy black plums and blackberries. The Limestone Coast is a cool climate region in Australia, which preserves the zesty and juiciness of the wines without over-ripening. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2018-2021. 665471 14.10% D 750 mL  $17.45 Score: 89/100. March 31, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Merlot 2015, Chile: Juicy, full-bodied and luscious with fleshy ripe flavours of purple plums and raspberry jam. Smooth and supple. This is an incredible price for this quality. Great party wine. Finishes with sweet spices. Pair with spaghetti bolognese sauce, meat balls, meat lovers' pizza and veal stew. Drink: 2015-2018. 361741 12.50% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Chile: Full-bodied Chilean Cabernet, with a firm tannic grip on the palate. Decant 1 hours. Aromas of blackened fruit and toasty oak and smoke. The grapes for this wine grow on old vines in the winery's Miraflores Estate vineyard. Finishes with cedar and cigar box. Pair with a bolognese sauce. Drink: 2016-2019. 275925 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Chile: Full-bodied Chilean Cabernet, with a medium tannins on the palate. Decant 1 hour. Aromas of blackened fruit and toasty oak and smoke. The grapes for this wine grow on old vines in the winery's Miraflores Estate vineyard. Finishes with cedar and cigar box. Pair with a bolognese sauce. Drink: 2018-2022. 275925 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. July 5, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Bouchard Pere & Fils Pinot Noir 2015, Beaune, Burgundy AOC, France: A little herbal on the nose and palate with surprisingly firm tannins, which is not expected in Pinot Noir. This Old World Burgundian red wine offers notes of tart cherry, smoke and earth. Very attractive. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2016-2020. 605667 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. February 26, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Baden Cellars Gewurztraminer 2018, Baden, Germany: Lovely, off-dry German Gewurz with aromas of rose petal, lychee, white flowers and peach. Perfect for mild and medium curries and spices. Drink: 2019-2023. 336735 12% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 89/100. June 5, 2020 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Ruffino Modus 2017, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: A full-bodied and muscular Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet red wine blend from the Tuscany wine region. Wine grapes are vinified and aged separately in small French and American oak casks for up to one year prior to blending and bottling. Silky with structured tannins, look for concentrated black cherry, plum, savoury herb, a flinty, spicy flavours finishing vibrant and supple on the palate. Drink: 2023-2028. 912956 13.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 91/100. November 26, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Tedeschi Capitel Nicalò Valpolicella Superiore 2019, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Tedeschi Capitel Nicalò 2019 Valpolicella Superiore is excellent value at $18. Produced from 30% Corvina, 30% Corvinone, 30% Rondinella and 10% of other local grapes from vines over 20 years of age. Grapes were dried for one month, destemmed, pressed and fermented on their skins for 14 days and the blended wine was matured in oak barrel for 12 months. Look for tart cherry, wild herb, sous bois and spicy and smooth on its medium-bodied frame. Love the lengthy dark cherry and chocolate finish on this well-crafted Valpolicella. Drink: 2021-2025. 984997 13% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. October 8, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Villa Cerna Primocolle Chianti Classico 2017, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From Luigi Cecchi, Villa Cerna Primocolle 2017 Chianti Classico is excellent value at $20. Fragrant with dark chocolate and cherry aromas, dry, medium-bodied and juicy with ripe cherry, plum, chocolate, vibrant and silky on the palate. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2023. 573501 14.60% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 8, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Spinelli Quartana Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2015, Abruzzo, Italy  588988 12% D 1500 mL  $12.55. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Spinelli Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2013, Abruzzo DOC, Italy Drink: 2015-2017. 454629 12.50% D 750 mL  $8.75. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Le Bertarole Podere Cariano Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2009, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: This full-bodied Italian red wine is purple-built for pleasure. Aromas and flavours of liquid black cherry rivers of hedonism. Drink: 2014-2022. 403840 15.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 93/100. April 4, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Farnese Casale Vecchio Montepulciano A'bruzzo 2013, Abruzzo, Italy: A full-bodied, rustic Italian red wine that offers incredible taste and quality for the price point. The estate of Casale Vecchio is situated 1,500 feet above sea level where the temperatures are moderated by the high altitude. Vines are planted using the guyot system at 5,500 vines per hectare for low yields. Winemaker Filippo Baccarolo uses a long maceration, malolactic fermentation and aging the wine 6 months in American oak. Aromas of smoke, blackberry and black currant. Pair with grilled meats and hard cheeses. Drink: 2014-2018. 612788 14% XD 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 88/100. October 23, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zenato Valpolicella Superiore 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Delightful! Full-bodied, juicy and tasty with attractive dark red berries and cedar smoke. Perfect for so many dishes with robust flavours. Drink: 2014-2018. 995704 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 30, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Farnese Casale Vecchio Montepulciano A'bruzzo 2015, Abruzzo, Italy: A robust Italian red wine that offers stunning value for the price point. The estate of Casale Vecchio is situated 1,500 feet above sea level where the temperatures are moderated by the high altitude. Vines are planted using the guyot system at 5,500 vines per hectare for low yields. Winemaker Filippo Baccarolo uses a long maceration, malolactic fermentation and aging the wine 6 months in American oak. Aromas of smoke, blackberry and blackcurrant. Pair with a rare steak. Decant 1 hour. Drink: 2018-2021. 612788 13% XD 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. October 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Honoro Vera Bodegas Ateca Garnacha 2014, Calatayud D.O., Spain: An extraordinary wine for the price. Aromas of black fleshy plum, pepper and cedar brush. Amazing value. The vines are planted at 3,000 feet above sea level in poor gravel soil. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2019. 440867 14.50% XD 750 mL  $12.85 Score: 89/100. June 5, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Coastline Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 2009, Santa Rosa, Paso Robles, United States    $10.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin Zinfandel 2018, Lodi, California, United States: Aromas of jammy purple plums and blueberries on the nose. The palate opens up luxuriously, smooth and full-bodied with more lip-smacking tasty flavours of dark fruit. An amazing wine for BBQ ribs or chicken wings. Fire up the grill! Drink: 2021-2025. 678698 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.55 Score: 90/100. November 11, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review