Los Clop Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Uco Valley, Los Clop Reserva 2015 is fragrant with ripe cassis and rich on the palate with blackberry, crushed red berries and mint, balanced with food-friendly acidity and rich tannins throughout. Drink or hold. José Clop, a Spanish immigrant, founded Los Clop in 1880 which is now run by his great-grandchildren. Drink: 2019-2024. 668327 14.30% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. July 16, 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

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

Torbreck Old Vines Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2018, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Torbreck 2018 is produced from ungrafted Old Vines Grenache, Mourvèdre and Shiraz grapes from vines that are between 130 and 160 years old. Grapes are hand-harvested and gently basket-pressed for the free-run juice, then fermented and aged in neutral French oak barrels. Very much in the style of the Southern Rhone-style reds showing rich, ripe cherry, dark plum, sweet cake spice and earthy, smoky notes lush on the palate. Perfect for barbecued fare. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2027. 10223 15% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef 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

Bachelder L'Ardoise Niagara Chardonnay 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Produced by iconic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir producer, Thomas Bachelder, Bachelder L'ardoise 2019 is a full-bodied, beautifully-balanced buttery Chard with pinpoint acidity. Fresh on the nose with spring florals, luxurious and silky smooth on the palate with ripe peach, pear, bright apple, vanilla and mineral notes. Chill and enjoy on its own or with roast Cornish game hens. Amazing value at $25. Drink: 2022-2025. 302083 12.60% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Delas Saint-Esprit Côtes du Rhône 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: From the Rhône wine region, Delas Saint-Esprit 2020 is a great value 40% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 20% Cinsault red wine blend under $20. Dry, medium-bodied and fresh with violets, bright raspberry, spiced cherry, orange zest and savoury herbs lush and juicy on the palate. Drinking beautiful now. Pour with a roast leg of lamb. The Delas winery was founded in 1835 and is owned by the Champagne house Louis Roederer, which produces the popular Cristal. Drink: 2022-2023. 729962 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Halos de Jupiter Côtes du Rhône 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Halos de Jupiter 2020 is a great value, medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of 75% Grenache, 15% Mourvèdre with the balance in Syrah. Look for ripe cherry, red berry, blueberry, earth florals and cracked pepper spice flavours on this beautifully balanced and vibrant Côtes Du Rhône. Tannins are ripe and fine. Pour with a grilled ribeye steak. Produced by Philippe Cambie & Michel Gassier. Drink: 2022-2026. 276956 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 17, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Laurent Miquel Nord Sud Viognier 2020, Pays d'Oc I.G.P., France: From the Pays D'oc wine region, Laurent Miquel Nord Sud 2020 Viognier is fragrant with spring florals, ginger spice and mineral aromas. The wine is dry with ripe pear, fresh peach, apricot, orange zest, flint, ginger spice and vanilla flavours on the palate. The "north" and "south" in this wine's name refers to the north-south slope of the vineyard from where the grapes are sourced. The wine was matured on its lees in stainless-steel tanks as well as in new and neutral oak barrels. Drink: 2022-2024. 673236 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Calm Curry 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

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

Königschaffhauser Vulkanfelsen Trocken Pinot Noir Rosé 2021, Baden Qualitätswein, Germany: From the Baden wine region, Königschaffhauser Vulkanfelsen 2021 Pinot Noir rosé is a great value trocken rosé under $16. Grapes are sourced from the Vulkanfelsen Weinberg or "Volcanic Rocks Vineyard". Fragrant with pink florals, raspberry and cherry aromas, this PN is elegant and juicy with ripe raspberry, strawberry, cherry, rosehips, red cherry, red plum and grapefruit zest flavours tangy on the palate. Chill and enjoy on its own or pour with a seacuterie platter. Drink: 2022-2023. 168237 11.80% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value Rosé Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Eradus Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From the Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, Eradus 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant, medium-bodied SB fragrant with grassy, pineapple, ripe stone fruit and stoney mineral aromas. Dry, with pineapple, lemon-lime zest, melon, peach flavours finishing with a vibrant citrusy minerality. Loads of flavour here. Chill and enjoy with a scallop ceviche. Drink: 2022-2024. 225557 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

OTU Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: OTU 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is fragrant with gooseberry, passionfruit, lime-lemon zest aromas and flavours, intense and mouth-watering on the palate. After a three-week fermentation, the wine was racked and kept on its light lees to develop texture and structure. An excellent value Marlborough SB at $20. Drink: 2022-2023. 17549 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Clos Henri Petit Clos Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Clos Henri Petit Clos 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is dry, medium-bodied and flinty with fresh stone fruit, citrus, dried green herbs and minerally aromas and flavours brilliant on the palate. Chill and enjoy with grilled seafood dishes. Drink: 2022-2023. 927186 12.90% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 94/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Wither Hills 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the Marlborough wine region. Zesty and intense with bright apple, peach, grapefruit, tropical fruit, herbal and lemon-lime zest flavours textured on the palate and balanced with brilliant acidity. The Sauvignon Blanc spent some time on its lees following fermentation giving texture and finesse to the final wine. Pair it with grilled chicken and seafood dishes. Drink: 2022-2023. 919514 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 17, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Middle-Earth Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Nelson, South Island, New Zealand: Middle-Earth 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is produced from sustainably grown grapes from Nelson, South Island wine region in New Zealand. Fragrant with fine herbs, stone fruit and tropical fruit aromas, the wine is dry, medium-bodied and mouth-watering with a mouthful of stone fruit, fine herb, tropical fruit, lime zest and flinty flavours on the palate. Drink: 2022-2024. 391987 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Mullineux Kloof Street Old Vine Chenin Blanc 2021, Swartland W.O., South Africa: From the Swartland wine region, Mullineux Kloof Street 2021 Chenin Blanc is Kloof Street's second label from Mullineux Wines. Grapes are sourced from schist and granite soils from 40-year-old vines. Dry, full-bodied and fresh with ripe pear, quince, beeswax, citrus zest and briny mineral, mouth-filling flavours balanced with juicy acidity on the palate. Chill and enjoy with roast chicken dishes. Drink: 2022-2026. 706290 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

McManis Viognier 2020, River Junction, California, United States: McManis Family Vineyards 2020 is vegan-friendly and produced from sustainably grown Viognier grapes. Fragrant with white florals, ripe peach, ginger spice and vanilla, the wine is full-bodied and vibrant with ripe peach, honeyed apple, vanilla, coconut, soft citrus and spice flavours lush and luxurious on the palate. Drink: 2022-2023. 658112 13.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Chateau Ste. Michelle 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is a silky, supple medium-plus-bodied Cab from the Columbia Valley, Washington wine region and excellent value under $22. Look for ripe blackberry, blueberry, pepper spice, fine herbs and juicy acidity on this easy-going Cab aged in French and American oak barrels. Founded in 1967, Chateau Ste. Michelle is the oldest winery in Washington. Drink: 2022-2025. 269357 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review