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Wakefield Winery Pinot Noir 2021, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield 2021 Pinot Noir is dry, medium-bodied and excellent value at $20. Produced from several sites throughout the Adelaide including Gumeracha, Birdwood, Woodside, Oakbank and Balhannah and matured for nine months in oak barrels, look for bright cherry, red berry, menthol, cedar and toasty oak spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Lightly chill and pour with a mixed grill. Drink: 2023-2026. 197392 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 6, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review
Vidal Pinot Noir 2019, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From Marlborough, South Island, Vidal 2019 Pinot Noir is so focussed and bright with blue florals, dark cherry, anise and toasty aromas on the nose. Dry, vibrant, smooth and supple on the palate. A fantastic value PN at $20 from New Zealand. Pour with lamb chops from the grill. Drink: 2021-2025. 595546 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. November 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review
Milcampos ViƱas Viejas Tempranillo 2019, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: From Bodegas La Milagrosa in the Ribera Del Duero wine region, Milcampos Vinas Viejas 2019 Tempranillo is produced from 50-plus year old vines. Inky ruby in the glass, look for dark berry, cherry, dried herbs, cracked pepper spice flavours concentrated on the palate with a lingering mocha finish and balanced with bright acidity. Tannins are velvety. Drink: 2023-2028. 30229 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 23, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

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