Susana Balbo Signature Malbec 2019, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Uco Valley, Mendoza wine region, Susana Balbo Signature 2019 Malbec has a splash of Petit Verdot added to the mix and is so rich and pure of fruit. Fragrant with ripe blueberry, mulberry, vanilla and smoky aromas on the nose. Deep ruby in the glass with ripe dark berry, plum, clove, pepper spice, smoky vanilla flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are firm and structured. Beautifully crafted and balanced. Good now, better in 2023. Drink: 2023-2030. 79798 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. October 22, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Kaiken Ultra Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Mendoza, Argentina: A smooth and sensuous, medium-plus-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of plum, currant, blueberry, cedar and dark chocolate. Look for ripe dark berry, blueberry, mint, fine herbs, toasted nut and cedar spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm and pleasantly grippy. Drink or hold. Drink: 2020-2022. 135202 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. April 1, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Zuccardi Q Malbec 2019, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A supple and smooth Malbec rich with blueberry, plum, pepper spice finishing smoky and savoury on the palate. Tannins are subtle and rounded. Pair with steak fajitas. Drink: 2021-2023. 723478 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. April 1, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Zorzal Vineyard & Winery Cabernet Franc 2018, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Love the spicy, fine herb and floral nose on Zorzal's Eggo 2018 Cabernet Franc with lots of pepper spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are fine and balanced. This Cab Franc was aged just under one year in concrete eggs. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 17139 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. May 12, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Kaiken Ultra Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Mendoza, Argentina: A smooth and sensuous, medium-plus-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of plum, currant, blueberry, cedar and dark chocolate. Look for ripe dark berry, blueberry, mint, fine herbs, toasted nut and cedar spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm and pleasantly grippy. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 135202 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. November 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2019, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Aurelio Montes, Kaiken Ultra 2019 Malbec is a smoky, earthy, dry, medium-plus-bodied Malbec made from orgranically-grown grapes. The well-known beauty is plushy and intense on the palate with ripe blueberry, earthy violets, dark chocolate, dark spices finishing long on a mineral note. Drink: 2022-2025. 50849 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 94/100. May 27, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Dandelion Vineyards Lioness of Mclaren Vale Shiraz 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Dandelion Vineyards, Lioness Of Mclaren Vale 2019 Shiraz is amazing value at $22. A dry, rich, vibrant and sumptuous Shiraz, sensuous with blue florals, dark berry, dark spice, cocoa, vanilla flavours generous on the palate. So approachable and delicous now but can easily cellar for 10-plus years. Drink: 2022-2032. 357475 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor Shiraz 2018, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor 2018 is a vegan-friendly Shiraz and great value under $20. Dry, full-bodied, rounded and supple on the palate with black plum, earthy violets, chocolate and anise flavours. Lovely now, Pour with a rib roast. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 72975 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Dandelion Pride Of The Fleurieu Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia: From the Fleurieu, South Australia, Dandelion, Pride Of The Fleurieu 2019 is a robust Cabernet Sauvignon concentrated with layers of black currant, earthy violets, tapenade, sage and briny mineral flavours on the palate. A muscular, energetic wine with rich tannins. Demands steak! Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2028. 23778 14.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Schild Estate Shiraz 2019, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Schild Estate 2019 is an excellent value Shiraz under $22 from the Barossa Valley wine region. Perfumed with black cherry, blueberry, and plum jam, the wine is dry, full-bodied, smooth and rich with ripe dark plum, cracked pepper, chocolate and dried fine herbs generous on the palate. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 66555 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Hollick Wines Wrattonbully Shiraz 2019, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Hollick Wrattonbully 2019 Shiraz is a rich, full-bodied and supple Coonawarra Shiraz with bramble berry, blackberry, sous bois, baking and pepper spice flavours vibrant and long with a dark chocolate finish. Tannins are velvety. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 165944 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. April 29, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Shanahans The Barking Dog Gsm 2018, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Produced by winemaker, John Harris, Shanahans The Barking Dog 2018 GSM is a plushy and fleshy red blend of 67% Grenache, 27% Shiraz and 6% Mataro sourced from old vines up to 70 years of age in the Western Barossa Valley. Fragrant with pink florals, red berry, cherry, sous bois and cedar spice aromas, the wine is dry, full-bodied with layers of dark fruit, bright red berry, dried fine herbs and exotic spices on the palate. The wine was matured in two- and three-year-old 300 and 500 litre oak barrels. Pour with BBQ meats. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 20880 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 3, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Wakefield Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this luscious, full-bodied Shiraz are grown in the cool climate of the Clare Valley wine region. This Cabernet Sauvignon is a staggeringly great value wine under $20. Aromas of blackberry, black currant, spice and toasty oak. Smooth with a long finish. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2022-2031. 744235 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 22, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Wakefield Winery Jaraman Shiraz 2020, South Australia, Australia: The 2020 vintage of the Wakefield Jaraman Shiraz is another blockbuster! Aromas of deep, ripe dark berries, plums and smoke. This robust Shiraz is produced from a blend of 70% Clare Valley grapes with the balance sourced from the McLaren Vale. The wine was aged in American oak barrels. Pair with a pepper steak or meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2023-2030. 377036 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. June 24, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate The Siding Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Wynns Coonawarra Estate The Siding 2017 is a medium-plus-bodied estate red with pronounced black currant, dark berry, mint and cedar brush spice lingering with a smoky finish. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2030. 333229 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Sister's Run Old Testament Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Sister's Run Old Testament 2019 is a great value Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon under $20. Coonawarra is known for its red iron-oxide terra Rossa soils, one of the most distinct terroirs . The Old Testament vineyard is located in the heart of that wine region and the 2019 vintage is rich, lush and smoky, with ripe blackberry, dark plum, savoury herbs, mocha, spicy and mouth-filling with a long finish. The 2019 vintage was awarded Gold at the 2020 San Francisco International Wine Competition. Drink: 2024-2030. 478271 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. December 17, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Wakefield Winery Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Clare Valley, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia: From the Clare Valley wine region, Wakefield Estate 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is amazing value under $20. Fragrant with black currant, mocha, mint, sweet spice, dried tobacco leaf, this wine is dry, full-bodied and smooth with soft tannins and bright acidity for food with a long, ripe blackberry, mint and spicy finish. So good. Pour with game roasts or gourmet burgers from the grill. Drink: 2022-2025. 744235 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 24, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Wakefield Winery Jaraman Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield Jaraman 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is mesmerizing on the nose with dark berries, eucalyptus, mocha and sweet spicy tobacco. Dry, full-bodied and savoury on the palate with ripe dark plum, mulberry, mocha, menthol, cedar and toasty oak spice flavours textured and vibrant on the palate. Tannins are smooth and rounded. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2030. 142398 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. August 13, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Barossa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Valley Estate 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant Cab with blue florals, blueberry, blackberry, dried sweet tobacco leaf, wild herbs, olive, minty and dark spice flavours lush, long and vibrant on the palate. Great value at $20. Drink: 2021-2024. 858795 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Mitolo Jester Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Grapes for Mitolo Jester 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon were sourced from loamy, black Biscay clay soils that cover ancient bedrock in the McLaren Vale. Fragrant with dark berry, plum, Kenya AA coffee and dark chocolate aromas, the Cab is dry, medium-bodied, vibrant and savoury on the palate. Twenty per cent of the fruit was dried as in the Appassimento method prior to fermentation with remaining grapes fermented on their skins. The wine was matured in previous use French oak barrels for 14 months. Pour with burgers, ribs and steaks from the grill. Drink: 2022-2024. 43224 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Jim Barry The Lodge Hill Shiraz 2018, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Jim Barry The Lodge Hill 2018 is a fragrant Shiraz from the Clare Valley wine region in South Australia. Enticing on the nose with loads of blueberry, blackberry and smoky aromas, supple on the palate with ripe dark berry, plum, earthy florals and spicy notes on its medium-bodied frame. Tannins are supple. Grapes for this wine were grown in vineyards at 480 metres above sea level allowing the grapes to fully, evenly ripen and to retain their acidity. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2035. 998476 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 92/100. April 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Canto Sangiovese Lagrein 2019, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia: From Fleurieu, South Australia, Zonte's Footstep Canto 2019 is a vegan-friendly and unique blend of 87% Sangiovese and 13% Lagrein wine grapes. Dry, medium-bodied with dark plum, cherry, chocolate and savoury herb flavours harmonious and juicy on the palate. Tannins are structured and mouth-coating and there is plenty of food-friendly acidity to accompany juicy ribs from the grill. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 289967 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. April 15, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Domäne Wachau Terrassen Federspiel Grüner Veltliner 2020, Wachau Qualitätswein, Austria: Domäne Wachau Terrassen Federspiel 2020 Grüner Veltliner is a vegan-friendly Grüner produced from sustainably-grown grapes. Dry, and zesty on the palate with lime, lemongrass, ripe pears, grapefruit and mineral notes balanced with mouth-watering acidity. Chill and enjoy (especially at this price) with Jager schnitzel. Drink: 2022-2025. 31534 12% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. March 5, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Gray Monk Estate Winery Rosé 2020, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, refreshing BC rosé with notes of small field berries and strawberries. Racy acidity makes this a terrific companion for seafood and salads. Drink: 2021-2023. 12.60% D 750 mL  $17.99 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2022 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Maipo Valley, Chile: San Pedro 1865 2020 is a great value Cabernet Sauvignon at $20 with grapes sourced from vineyards planted in 2013 on the alluvial soils of the Maipo Valley, at the foot of the Andes. Dry, fresh and juicy with blackberry, black currant, menthol, herbal flavours with a kiss of chocolate and smoky spices all balanced with refreshing acidity. The wine was aged in oak barrels (20% new). Pour with kebabs from the grill. Drink: 2022-2025. 37911 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 94/100. December 3, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Carmenère 2020, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: From the Maipo Valley, Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva 2020 Carmenère is a fragrant, big, bold and full-bodied red wine with layers of ripe dark fruit, anise, black pepper and grilled herb flavours on the palate. Pour with steaks from the grill. Drink: 2024-2028. 57513 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. March 21, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Château le Grand Retour Plan de Dieu Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2019, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Produced by Aubert Frères, Château le Grand Retour Plan De Dieu 2019 is an excellent value Cotes du Rhone-Villages at $17. Dry, medium-bodied and elegant, this Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre red wine blend is produced from vines up to 45 years of age. Rich and supple with well-defined dark plum, baking spice, meat and minerally flavours on the palate. Enjoy with grilled egg plant, bocconcini and red pepper paninis. Drink: 2022-2024. 224592 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. October 8, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Louis Bernard Louis Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: Louis Bernard Louis 2020 is an excellent value Côtes du Rhône Villages at $17. Produced from mostly Grenache with a portion in Syrah, the wine is elegant with dark berry, cassis, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours lush, juicy with a kiss of minerality on the finish. Easy to love. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2024. 561290 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. October 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grand Héritage An 1650 La Clape Syrah Carignan Mourvèdre 2018, La Clape, Languedoc A.P., France: From Gérard Bertrand, Grand Héritage An 1650 2018 is an amazing value Syrah, Carignan and Mourvèdre red wine blend at $20. From La Clape, Languedoc wine region this dry, medium-plus-bodied red blend is juicy with ripe dark fruits, wild berry, dark cherry, wild herbs, cracked pepper and toasty oak spice flavours earthy and savoury on the palate. Perfect for ribs and burgers from the grill. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 370262 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. July 30, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand An 990 Grenache Carignan 2019, Fitou, Midi A.P., France: Gérard Bertrand An 990 2019 is a fresh, fruity and spicy Fitou; a dry and full-bodied blend of Grenache and Carignan. The year 990 on this wine's label refers to the feudal citadel of Fitou, which marked the border between France and Aragon. The Carignan for this wine underwent carbonic maceration while the Grenache aged in a combination of new and previous-use oak barrels. Look for spiced plum, cherry, strawberry and wild herb flavours plushy on the palate. Excellent value under $20, pour with burgers and ribs from the grill. Drink: 2022-2026. 403683 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Chimères Grenache Syrah Carignan 2019, Côtes du Roussillon, Midi A.P., France: Château Saint-Roch Chimères 2019 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied and fruity Grenache, Syrah and Carignan red wine from the Côtes Du Roussillon wine region. Produced by winemaker Jean-Marc Lafage, this Midi wine region red overdelivers for the price. Look for dark berry, strawberry, dark cherry, pepper, anise and cinnamon spice flavours plushy on the palate. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2028. 119354 15% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. December 17, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Domaine Maby La Forcadière Tavel Rosé 2021, Rhône A.C., France: Domaine Maby La Forcadière Tavel 2021 rosé is a bright and full-bodied Southern Rhône rosé blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Floral and fragrant with aromas of strawberry, cherry, fine herbs and citrus zest flavours intense and mouth-watering on the palate. Excellent value at $21. Chill and enjoy it with turkey burgers. Drink: 2022-2023. 701318 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Tessellae Vieilles Vignes Carignan 2019, Côtes Catalanes, Roussillon I.G.P., France: Produced by Jean-Marc Lafage of Domaine Lafage, Tessellae 2019 is a great value old vines Carignan under $20. Dry and silky on the palate with red currant, blueberry, dried wild herbs, earthy florals and meaty flavours with a long finish. Tannins are velvety. Drinking beautifully now. Pour with a pork tenderloin from the grill. Drink: 2022-2024. 343509 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

M. Chapoutier Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem 2018, Latour-de-France, Roussillon A.P., France: From Latour-De-France, Roussillon wine region, M. Chapoutier Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem 2018 is a Côtes du Roussillon-Villages sourced from one commune of Latour de France. This is a big and rich, full-bodied red blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah loaded with black cherry, black currant, plum, earthy black pepper and baking spice flavours on the palate. Pair with lamb! Drink: 2022-2025. 643239 14% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 95/100. December 3, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Côte des Roses Rosé 2020, Languedoc, Midi A.P., France: From the south of France a zesty Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah rosé with the emphasis on Grenache, and ideal for rosé because it matures easily and quickly, has vibrant aromatics, yet keeps its zesty acidity for food. Elegant, dry, medium-bodied and very satisfying with wild strawberry, ripe red berry, rose petal. citrus zest and light herb flavours on the palate. The bottle for this rosé was created in a competition for students at design schools in Paris. There is actually a rose shape cut into the glass on the bottom, as well as an elegant glass stopper on the top. Drink: 2022-2024. 373985 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Remo Farina Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2019, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Remo Farina Superiore 2019 Ripasso Valpolicella is a crowd-pleaser Classico and great value under $20. Rich, juicy and smooth on the palate, this medium-plus-bodied Veneto red is produced from 50% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella, 5% Molinara and 10% Oseleta. Look for dark cherry, sweet dried tobacco leaf, cracked pepper and baking spice flavours on the palate. Pour with grilled eggplant, roasted red pepper and buffalo mozzarella paninis. Drink: 2021-2027. 999946 13% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. April 1, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

San Felice Il Grigio Chianti Classico 2018, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: San Felice Il Grigio RIserva 2018 is a full-bodied, vibrant Chianti Classico labelled with Titian's famous painting entitled "Man in Armour." Dry with red berry fruit, black cherry, earthy mushroom, wild herbs and well-integrated oak spice on the palate. Layers of flavours and nicely balanced. Pour with a meaty lasagne. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2028. 716266 13% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 92/100. April 29, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Monte del Frá Lena di Mezzo Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2016, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Monte del Frá Lena Di Mezzo 2016 is a very expressive, juicy and full-bodied Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico. Look for blackberry, cassis, dark cherry, dried tobacco leaf, cedar spice and earthy flavours on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Drink or hold. Pour with game roasts or a Bistecca Florentine. Drink: 2022-2030. 47506 15.50% D 750 mL  $52.95 Score: 93/100. April 1, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Cabeça de Toiro Reserva 2017, Tejo D.O.C., Portugal: From the Tejo wine region, Cabeça de Toiro Reserva 2017 is excellent value at $18. A blend of Syrah, Castelão and Touriga Nacional aged nine months in French oak barrels. The wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and zesty on the palate with ripe dark fruits, savoury herbs, dried sweet tobacco and toasty oak spice flavours. Tannins are firm. Produced by Winemaker, João Vicêncio. Drink: 2022-2024. 168856 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. April 29, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Fiuza Eminente 2018, Tejo, Portugal: Fiuza Eminente Reserva 2018 is a fragrant, dry and robust red wine blend of Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon from the Tejo wine region. Excellent value at $16, with lots of dark berry, black currant, cherry, mint, clove, anise and pepper spice smooth and generous on the palate. Enjoy with a rosemary and garlic roast rack of lamb. Drink: 2022-2024. 646042 13.30% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. March 5, 2022 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Casa de Cambres Reserva 2016, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Casa De Cambres 2016 Reserva is a fantastic value Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz red wine blend under $15 from the Douro wine region. Full-bodied and rich on the palate with ripe dark fruit, savoury herbs and spices and good acidity for food. Pour with grilled game sausages. Drinking beautifully now. Drink: 2021-2024. 470377 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. April 1, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

KWV Cathedral Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Western Cape, South Africa: Savoury and juicy, offering incredibly great value. This robust South African red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon offers dried herbs, black plum and dark spice. Decant 2 hours. Pair with Kobe beef. Drink: 2019-2026. 328567 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 1, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Porcupine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Porcupine Ridge 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is amazing value at $17. The grapes for this vintage were sourced from the Coastal wine region of South Africa. Look for fresh, bright and juicy blackberry, black currant, spicy and dark chocolate flavours balanced with food-friendly acidity on the palate. Enjoy with grilled meats. Drink: 2022-2026. 146894 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. July 10, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Cathedral Cellar Chardonnay 2020, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: From the Western Cape wine region, Cathedral Cellar 2020 Chardonnay is dry, full-bodied and concentrated with fresh tropical fruit, mango, citrus zest, vanilla, well-integrated oak spice and stony mineral flavours creamy, long and vibrant on the palate. Drink: 2021-2024. 328559 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. July 15, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Glenelly Glass Collection Syrah 2018, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Stellenbosch wine region, Glenelly Glass Collection 2018 Syrah is great value at $16. Although the weather for this vintage wasn't entirely cooperative and yields were low, the quality of fruit is remarkable. Floral on the nose and layered with ripe dark fruit, plum, earthy florals and cracked pepper spice flavours silky on the palate. Enjoy with prime rib steaks from the grill. Drink: 2022-2023. 493841 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. June 3, 2022 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Meerlust 2019, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: The 2019 Meerlust Red is a blend of 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot. Fragrant with dark fruits and potpourri, the wine is dry, full-bodied, complex and concentrated with ripe plum, blackberry, black currant, cedar brush and Christmas cake spice with a toasty oak finish. Finishes long with vibrant acidity and pleasantly chewy tannins. Drink or cellar for eight-plus years. Drink: 2022-2026. 652412 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Alceño Amalinda Organic Monastrell 2019, Jumilla D.O., Spain: From Bodegas Alceño, Amalinda Organic 2019 Monastrell is a vegan-friendly, dry, medium-bodied, great value Spanish red produced from organically-grown grapes from the Jumilla wine region. Silky on the palate with dark berry, nut, cocoa flavours and ready to drink now. Drink: 2022-2023. 25526 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. July 15, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Torres La Carbonera Las Pisadas 2016, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From Miguel Torres, La Carbonera Las Pisadas 2016 is produced from 100% Tempranillo from the Rioja wine region. Lovely on the nose with ripe plum, crushed raspberry, anise and dried wild herbs finishing long and velvety with liquid raspberry on the palate. Excellent quality and amazing value at $20. So good now. Drink: 2022-2024. 23634 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 5, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Burgo Viejo Crianza 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Burgo Viejo Crianza 2018 is an amazing value Rioja at $14. A red blend of mostly Tempranillo with some Graciano added to the mix, the wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and spicy with dark plum, blackberry, dried tobacco leaf, herbs, dark chocolate, pepper and well-integrated oak spice flavours with balanced acidity on the palate. Tannins are structured. The wine was matured for one year in American oak barrels. Pair with aged, sharp cheeses. Drink: 2022-2024. 168815 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. March 5, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Ironstone Merlot 2020, Lodi, California, United States: Ironstone 2020 Merlot is a great value California Merlot at $18. Produced by the Kautz family, owners and operators of Ironstone, who began farming Lodi in 1926 and who have been making wine there ever since. Dry, fruity and rich on the palate with ripe dark plum, savoury herbs, cinnamon, anise and smoky vanilla flavours. The wine was aged up to two months in new French oak barrels. So good now. Pour with braised beef short ribs. Drink: 2022-2028. 704353 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. July 22, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Ravenswood Old Vine Lodi Zinfandel 2018, 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. Look for ripe strawberries, blue and blackberries with earthy and savoury spice flavours on the palate. Ideal for grilled meats and hamburgers. Drink: 2022-2026. 942599 14.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. April 29, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, North Coast, California, United States: From the Boisset Collection, Buena Vista 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is an easy-to-love Cab with grapes sourced from North Coast, California and is amazing value at $20. Full-bodied and smooth with ripe dark fruit, cassis, blueberry, cocoa, spicy and savoury on the palate. The wine was aged 11 months in 10% new French oak. Founded in 1857, Buena Vista holds the title of California's first premium winery. Drink: 2022-2026. 254458 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 19, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel 2018, Lodi, California, United States: Produced from 40- to-60-year old Zinfandel vines. Juicy with spiced plum, dark berry, dark cherry, baking spice, white pepper and smoky, toasty oak flavours on the palate. Tannins are rounded. Pair with grilled ribs. Drink: 2022-2024. 951889 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.25 Score: 90/100. March 5, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Slow Press Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California, United States: This superb, full-bodied Californian Cabernet sources fruit from three regions: Paso Robles, Lodi and Monterey. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and is then matured in American oak barrels for nine months. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and plums wrapped in smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2019-2025. 15760 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.00 Score: 92/100. April 28, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery H3 Merlot 2018, Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley wine region, Columbia Crest H3 2018 Merlot is fantastic value under $20. Full-bodied, rich and smoky with dark plum, mulberry, savoury spice and chocolate flavours silky smooth on the palate. Tannins are rich. The key to this wine's beautiful natural acidity and fresh, ripe fruit is timing. A few weeks prior to the harvest, nighttime temperatures will plummet from 35 degrees during the day to less than 20 degrees at night allowing even ripening conditions on the grapes. Enjoy with a crown pork roast. Drink: 2022-2025. 209874 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. August 13, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Drumheller Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From the Columbia Valley wine region, Drumheller 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is great value at $20. A full-bodied Cab with vibrant acidity food, ripe dark currant, raspberry, mocha, fine herbs, smoky and spicy on the finish. Enjoy with grilled meats. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from the Wahluke Slopes where grapes enjoy warm sunny days and cool nights giving vibrancy and concentration of flavours in this wine. Pour with a beef brisket. Drink: 2023-2028. 551473 13.70% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 21, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Slow Press Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, California, United States: This superb, robust, layered Californian Cabernet sources fruit from three regions: Paso Robles, Lodi and Monterey. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and is then matured in American oak barrels for nine months. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and plums wrapped in smoke. Pair with grilled meats or a juicy steak. Drink: 2020-2025. 15760 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.00 Score: 91/100. October 6, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review