Susana Balbo Signature Torrontés 2014, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Argentine winemaker Susana Balbo seems to have the golden touch when it comes to a wide range of styles and wines, from this delightful floral white wine to her more robust Malbecs. Gorgeous notes of white flowers, light spice and spring rain. Pair with salads and mild curries or spices. Drink: 2014-2017. 384339 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. February 7, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Chakana Reserve Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Dark and savoury with meaty red wine, with black fruit aromas and flavours in this full-bodied red wine. Intense mocha, toasty oak-smoke nose. Great balance and length. Malbec is Argentina's flagship red wine. This wine shows why with its fleshy, full-bodied black fruit goodness. Amazing price point for such quality. Try it with beef stew. Drink: 2013-2017. 18671 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book Shiraz 2013, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: I love a little black book reading with a sympathetic robust red wine that has a big vocabulary when it comes to aromas and flavours, like this one! Rich and full-bodied with fleshy ripe blackberry, mint and black olive aromas on the nose. Layers and smooth, with polished tannins and a long finish. Terrific mouth-watering juiciness. You put on the jazz music and I'll pour the wine, deal? Drink: 2013-2017. 287979 15% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Yalumba Shiraz 2014, South Australia, Australia: This organic red wine is full-bodied, smooth and delicious with aromas of smoky black plums and blackberries. Deep and rich and satisfying. Great taste for the price. It opens beautifully on the palate with rich flavours of fleshy black fruit. Some pepper and spice and everything nice on the finish. Drink: 2014-2020. 280883 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. June 25, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Winemaker Chester Osborn has a terrific reputation for his shiraz and cabernet wines, but this white blend of Viognier with about one-third Marsanne grapes is terrific! Not a lot of oak, but it combines with the fruit vibrancy to create an intriguingly rich and delicious wine. Aromas of apricot and white flowers with a dash of spice on the finish. Pair with mild curries and spices. Drink: 2015-2018. 662775 13.10% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 5, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Chapoutier Tournon Mathilda 2013, Victoria, Australia: Lovely lemon zest and sunshine in this gorgeous southern French white wine blend. Just the right amount of acidity for a wide range of dishes from fresh seafood to spinach quiche. Drink: 2013-2017. 401398 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. May 15, 2016 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Y Series Viognier 2013, South Australia, Australia: Liquid gorgeous! Lovely honeysuckle, lemon-lime, nettle and lychee and baking spice. Perfect for curries and medium-spicy dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 470062 14.10% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

D'arenberg The Stump Jump 2014, Mclaren Vale, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Lively and expressive with lovely white floral notes, white peach and lychee. Stunning and refreshing. This Australian white wine is a blend of Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Marsanne and Roussanne grapes. Mouth-watering acidity makes it a terrific food companion for dishes such as grilled chicken. Drink: 2014-2017. 922203 11.80% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. July 25, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Y Series Viognier 2014, South Australia, Australia: The 2014 vintage of the Yalumba Viognier delivers again! Terrific notes of lychee, rosewater and baking spices. Pair with Asian dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 470062 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. August 8, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Alkoomi Shiraz 2014, Frankland River, Western Australia, Australia: Smoke and savoury bacon on the nose and palate with fleshy, juicy black plums on the palate. Full-bodied, supple and smooth. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2016-2020. 138560 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 9, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Lenz Moser Prestige Trockenbeerenauslese 2012, Prädikatswein, Burgenland, Austria: A lovely dessert wine that’s complex and endless on the finish. Aromas of apricot and peach preserves with that distinctive note that botrytis adds. Gorgeous rich golden hue in the glass. Finishes with notes of marmalade and honey blossom. Pair with fruit flans and cobblers. Drink: 2013-2022. 729657 11% MS 375 mL  $20.95 Score: 96/100. January 31, 2016 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Perez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Maipo Valley, Chile: Solid performer year after year and especially at this price point. Savoury, meaty, juicy Chilean Cabernet that's grown in the Maipo Alto region of the country where it enjoys a Mediterranean climate and piedmont stony soils. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2014-2018. 694208 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Errazuriz Aconcagua Alto Carmenère 2017, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: Herbed and savoury aromas on this dry, medium-plus-bodied Chilean Carmenère finishing savoury and long on the palate. Tannins are firm and there is good acidity for any dish with a rich tomato sauce. Drink: 2019-2023. 546424 14.20% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. December 17, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Saint Aix Rosé 2019, Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, Provence A.P., France: Nicely balanced, fine and delicate on the nose and palate, a vibrant rosé lifted with pink florals, raspberry, ripe stone fruit and wild herb flavours on the palate. Fresh and lively with mouth-watering acidity for food. Chill and enjoy with grilled shellfish or wild salmon dishes. Drink: 2020-2022. 451906 13% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. June 26, 2020 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Les Sinards 2012, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône AOC, France: Big tannic grip: this red wine blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes (among others) from the southern Rhone Valley needs cellar time then decanting 2 hours. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2018. 926626 14% XD 750 mL  $43.95 Score: 91/100. July 10, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Miraval Rosé 2014, Côtes De Provence A.P., France: This wine doesn't need to ride on the back of their celebrity: it stands alone as a terrific, refreshing rose with aromas of small field strawberries, orange zest and light spices. It's made by the much-respected Perrin family. Should I add though that there's a hint of drama on the nose, with a surprise twist finish? Sure to be a box office hit at your liquor store. Bottled Hollywood style in a lovely, shapely vessel. Lovely ballet slipper pink hue. Finishes floral and elegant. Pair with oysters and movie night. Drink: 2014-2017. 342584 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 28, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Réserve Côtes du Rhône Blanc 2014, Côtes du Rhône A.C., France: Lovely southern French white wine from the Rhone Valley! Not too oaky or fruity... just a delicious blend of earth and sunshine. Full-bodied with layers of Asian pear and a hint of smoke in this AC wine. Lots of energy and character in this Old World charmer. Primarily made from the Grenache Blanc grape, with some smoke and melon on the finish. Great price. Lovely lick of lime zest on the finish. Pair with pasta or seafood in a cream sauce. Drink: 2016-2018. 499509 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 13, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Happy Hawaiian Pizza Wine Full Review

Georges Duboeuf Rosé 2014, Beaujolais A.C., France: Pretty and zippy and zesty with vibrant notes of tart field strawberries, sun-warmed, and orange zest. Great acidity for planked salmon. Yes please! Drink: 2014-2016. 409755 12% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 13, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Château d'Aquéria Tavel Rosé 2014, Rhône A.C., France: Softer acidity than in past years, fleshy ripe field strawberries. Full-bodied for rose yet perfectly balanced. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2015-2017. 319368 14% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. June 13, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Delas Les Launes Syrah 2012, Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône A.C., France: This AC Rhone red wine delights from the get-go and is produced by Delas Frères! Immediately pleasurable aromas of blackberry liqueur, dark spice and smoke. Thank goodness it's so reasonably price because I think you'll be wanting more than one bottle. Pair with hard cheeses and finer cuts of steak. Drink: 2014-2019. 701359 12.80% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 92/100. July 25, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Domaine Des Carteresses Tavel Rosé 2014, Cotes Du Rhône A.C., France: Field fresh raspberries greet you on the nose followed by some watermelon and red grapefruit. This is truly liquid refreshment, with a lovely sunset thrown into the glass as extra. This is a wide-ranging and all-embracing rose that will please many people, but especially you. Drink: 2014-2016. 739474 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. August 8, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir La Clape Syrah Carignan Mourvèdre 2014, Coteaux De Languedoc La Clape, South Of France A.P., France: Very savoury and juicy with dried herbs on the nose and palate. The grapes for this French red wine blend are planted closer to the Mediterranean sea and therefore there are more spice accents in the finished wine along with red fruits, lavender and pepper. The vines are planted at an altitude of 200 metres above sea level, which preserves their freshness with cool nights. The soils consist of limestone plateau that's thousands of years old. The finish has moorland accents. Pair with rosemary lamb. Although the Languedoc is the world's largest wine region with 235,000 acres, it is not one homogenous mass or style wine-wise. There are actually 5 sub-climates and more than 50 different grapes used in varying blends. Compare that to the 5 grapes used in Bordeaux. There are also 8 different and distinctive winds that blow through the vines here as compared to one in the Rhone, the Mistral. Drink: 2016-2021. 370262 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. August 19, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Syrah Carignan 2015, Minervois, Midi A.P., France: A lovely, stunningly well-priced robust red wine from southern France. This is a robust blend of Syrah and Carignan grapes. Aromas of dark fruit and toasty oak. Pair with hard cheeses and hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2018-2022. 952804 14% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 92/100. August 4, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review

E. Guigal Rosé 2014, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: Rich strawberry and raspberry fleshy fruit, yet bone dry. Refreshing, delicious and I want more .... now. Good mouth-watering action as an aperitif or with seafood. Amazingly great price. Drink: 2014-2016. 225003 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Caves D'esclans Whispering Angel Rosé 2014, Côtes De Provence A.C., France: Lovely pretty in pink French rosé with bone dry mouth-watering acidity. Aromas of field strawberries. Surprisingly robust for Provence which tends to be very light. Good balancing acidity and dry finish. Perfect for planked salmon. Drink: 2014-2016. 325076 13.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. March 7, 2016 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Syrah Grenache 2011, Languedoc A.P., France: Savoury and juicy with meaty, dark spice character. Amazing QPR: quality price quality. This is mostly Syrah and Grenache in the blend. The greater diurnal shift (change) between daytime and night-time temperatures in the region intensifies the dark fruit and dense cassis character of the wine. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2018. 413237 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Les Christins Vacqueyras 2012, Rhône A.C., France: Concentrated and complex with deep, satisfying layers of blackberry liqueur. Smooth yet mouth-filling. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2015-2022. 973453 14% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. May 30, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Tavel Rosé 2014, Rhône A.C., France: Soft with rose petal florals. No biting acidity here yet it's still fresh. Fleshy cherries. Lovely aperitif. Pass that bottle please. Drink: 2014-2016. 680801 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 30, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Gassier Sables d'Azur Rosé 2014, Côtes de Provence A.P., France: The southern region of France, Provence, is famous for rosé. It only produces the dry style so it is refreshing and great with a wide range of dishes. Strawberry fields forever! Love it! Light, bone-dry and ultra-refreshing. Transport yourself to Provence in your mind and save the airfare. Perfect as an aperitif or with pate and picnics beside shady rivers. Refreshing French rosé in an iconic curvy bottle from Provence. Serve well chilled. Drink: 2014-2016. 33621 12.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 92/100. May 30, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

E. Guigal Crozes-Hermitage 2011, Rhône A.C., France: Robust, black and brooding southern French red wine, with incredible concentration and depth. Toasty oak and lots of rich, tarry notes. Needs cellar time and decant 2 hours. Classic Old World styling, balance and finesse. Finishes with black olive, anise, and dried herbs. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2014-2019. 331297 13% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 92/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Delas Frères Saint-Esprit Rosé 2014, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: Dry and refreshing with notes of fleeting strawberries on a summer breeze. Lovely salmon pink colour here on this bone-dry French rosé. Finishes with strawberries and rhubarb. Pair with pate or cold chicken sandwiches beside yonder babbling brook. Drink: 2014-2016. 224964 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. May 16, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Chateau Tour De L’Eveque Rosé 2014, Provence A.C., France: This lively French rosé not only offers wild strawberry notes, it also has a little white pepper for intrigue and pleasure. Medium-bodied, dry and some kind of wonderful from Régine Sumeire, Propreitor-récolt. One of the most respected rosé producers in Provence: consistently great year after year. This bone-dry rosé is a blend of 64% Grenache, 29% Cinsault, 4% Syrah, 2% Rolle and 1% Sémillon grapes. Please pass the pate. Drink: 2014-2016. 319392 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. May 16, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Pierre Sparr Réserve Pinot Gris 2013, Alsace A.C., France: A lovely, sunlit wine with attractive aromas of ripe peach and pear. The moderate sweetness is perfectly balanced with refreshing acidity so this wine will be divine with Asian and spicy dishes as well as those with some sweetness like glazed ham. Drink: 2013-2017. 983395 13.50% MD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. May 16, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Côte Des Roses Rosé 2014, Languedoc, Midi A.P., France: This lovely southern French rosé is a blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah grapes. It's elegant, yet full-bodied for rosé and very satisfying. Freshness is everything in this wine. Grenache is ideal for rosé because it matures easily and quickly, has vibrant aromatics, yet keeps its zesty acidity for food. This grape has a short vegetative cycle and yields enough for production while keeping the fresh character. The bottle for this rosé was created in a competition for students at design schools in Paris. There is actually a rose shape and cut to the glass on bottom, as well as an elegant glass stopper on the top. pair with planked salmon or seared tuna. Drink: 2014-2017. 373985 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 8, 2016 Best Value Rosé Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Gris Blanc Rosé 2014, Roussillon, France: A pale ballet slipper pink, almost crystalline transparency in the glass. This southern French rosé is made from Grenache Noir and Grenache Gris grapes, thus Gris Blanc (grey-white) are hand-picked in the Roussillon region located in Tautavel between the Mediterranean sea and the Pyrenees mountains. The wine is matured on the fine lees for several weeks before bottling. Lovely mouth-watering acidity for fresh seafood salads. Finishes savoury with dried herbs and garrigue with some light racy cherry on the finish. No wonder rosé wine has overtaken white wine consumption as a category in France. Gerard Bertrand attributes this to women who are not only drinking more wine overall, but who are switching from mixed drinks like Cosmopolitans and martinis to rose, which has just as much flavour but less alcohol (and calories). Rose is also a great cash flow wine for winemakers since it doesn't require oak aging or extra handling and treatment and is bottled soon after the vintage and meant to be consumed young. I liken it to the pasta of the restaurant world: great margins for owners, universally likeable by consumers. Drink: 2014-2016. 14673 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. June 27, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Syrah Carignan 2011, Minervois, France: This wine is made in what is known as the Kingdom of Syrah, the wine region in southern France where the Syrah grape finds vibrant expression. The grapes grow close to the Black Mountains and there is a great diurnal difference between day and night temperatures of 20 degrees Celsius during the growing season to ripen the grapes and preserve freshness. Part of this blend is also the Carignan grape, which Gerard Bertrand says has vines that are hard to train like teenagers. This wine features black pepper and dark fruit on the nose and palate, with a gorgeous texture on the palate. It's mouth-coating, but not heavy. That's the difference between wine that has great concentration and depth of flavour versus one that is simply highly extracted (loads of colour, alcohol, fruit flavour and so on but not integrated). Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 894254002930 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. May 14, 2015 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre 2011, Corbières, France: The robust red wine is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes with no Carignan, so it is a dried style than Gerard Bertrand's Minervois red wine blend. This one is layered and luscious with deep, rich, dark fruit flavours and a satisfying full-bodied weight. Drink: 2014-2019. 394288 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 3, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir Grenache Syrah Carignan 2011, Tautavel, Roussillon, France: The grapes for this wine are planted near the villages of Tautavel in southern France, in a spoon-shaped valley that has a protected, warm climate for grape ripening. The Grenache grape leads in this blend. Grenache was originally planted widely in southern France because it ripened early and produced high alcohol for spirits. Modern winemakers have harnessed that phenolic ripeness in dry red wines with great concentration of flavour. This one is smooth and elegant, not extracted, and finishes with black fleshy fruit. Pair with a rare filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2019. 894254002299 15% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. May 14, 2015 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir Syrah Carignan Mourvèdre 2011, La Clape, Languedoc, France: The grapes for this French red wine blend are planted closer to the Mediterranean sea and therefore there are more spice accents in the finished wine along with red fruits, lavender and pepper. The vines are planted at an altitude of 200 metres above sea level, which preserves their freshness with cool nights. The soils consist of limestone plateau that's thousands of years old. The finish has moorland accents. Pair with rosemary lamb. Although the Languedoc is the world's largest wine region with 235,000 acres, it is not one homogenous mass or style wine-wise. There are actually 5 sub-climates and more than 50 different grapes used in varying blends. Compare that to the 5 grapes used in Bordeaux. There are also 8 different and distinctive winds that blow through the vines here as compared to one in the Rhone, the Mistral. Drink: 2015-2019. 370262 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. April 2, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Grand Terroir Syrah Mourvèdre Grenache 2011, Les Aspres, Roussillon, France: This red wine blend is more rustic than the winery's Saint Chinian, but still delivers terrific flavour and texture. The blend is 50% Syrah, 40% Mourvèdre and 10% Grenache. The vines grow in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains. All Gerard Bertrand red wines spend a minimum of 12 months in oak barrels maturing. Gerard Bertrand makes more than 85 different wines from 33 domaines (wineries and vineyards). Drink: 2015-2019. 413245 15% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils La Gille 2012, Gigondas, Rhône A.C., France: Full-bodied, savoury and delicious! Aromas of cedar, wild black cherry and forest floor. A classic French red wine for hedonists. Polished tannins, excellent length, depth and breadth of flavour. Great replays on the palate. This is a traditional blend of Rhone Valley grapes, including Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2017-2024. 906073 14.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 92/100. April 18, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Gentil Hugel & Fils Hugel & Fils 2013, Alsace A.C., France: A classic, refreshing Alsatian white wine with lovely notes of lime, Asian pear, white peach and grapefruit. Perfect as an aperitif or an accompaniment to many dishes. This AC-designated wine is a field blend of Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Sylvaner and Pinot Blanc grapes. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2013-2017. 162841 12.50% XD 750 mL  $21.90 Score: 91/100. April 18, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

E. Guigal 2013, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: Fragrant and floral and expressively aromatic French white wine from the Rhone Valley. Drink: 2013-2017. 290296 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. March 21, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

M. Chapoutier Petite Ruche 2012, Crozes-Hermitage, Rhône A.C., France: Gorgeous black cherry liqueur aromas run through the heart of this savoury, chewy, bone-dry Rhone red. Full-bodied and bursting to tell you who it is and where it came from: no mistaking its identity from the Rhone Valley. Chapoutier is a name you can trust. Complex, layered and delicious. Pair with rack of lamb. Drink: 2014-2019. 264655 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. November 22, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Pierre Sparr Reserve Gewurztraminer 2012, Alsace A.C., France: Made by a master! Lovely concentration of lychee, rose petal aromas on the nose that open up on the palate. This Alsatian Gewürztraminer will convince of what you've been missing. Zesty acidity and lovely replays of flavour across the palate. Perfect for Asian dishes and curries. Try it as well as an aperitif chilled. Drink: 2013-2018. 747600 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Réserve Spéciale Viognier 2011, I.G.P., Pays D'oc, Midi, France: Gorgeous! Intense and aromatic with orange zest and honeysuckle aromas on the nose. Lemon dry and mouth-watering on the palate. Medium- to full-bodied. Intense and lovely. Great for Asian fare. Drink: 2012-2016. 147975 13% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. March 30, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Saint Chinian Syrah Mourvèdre 2011, Midi A.P., France: A blockbuster red wine from the southern French winemaking region of Saint Chinian. Attractive aromas of fleshy black fruit, dark spice and smoke. This red wine blend is mostly Syrah and has a luscious velvet smooth texture. There are savoury and pepper notes on the finish. What an incredibly great wine for the price point. Pair with a rare steak or blood sausages. Drink: 2014-2018. 370247 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 14, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaine De Vieux Télégraphe Télégramme 2012, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: Mature and robust with great complexity and concentration. Aromas of black cherry and cigar box. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2012-2020. 292722 14.80% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 92/100. November 22, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Château de Beaucastel 2012, Châteauneuf Du Pape, Rhône A.C., France: Beautifully made with superb craftsmanship! Full-bodied, concentrated and complex with layers of rich black fruit flavour and smoke. Great cellar potential but why wait? Drink: 2012-2020. 711317 14.50% XD 750 mL  $89.95 Score: 95/100. November 22, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Château de Beaucastel Coudoulet De Beaucastel Blanc 2013, Côtes Du Rhône A.C, France: Gorgeous depth and richness and complexity in this French white wine produced by Famille Perrin. Get out of your white wine rut with this one: spectacular! Aromas of lychee, white flowers and pure dry peach essence. A classic blend of Marsanne, Viognier, Bourboulenc, and a splash of Clairette grapes. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2014-2018. 48892 14% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 93/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

M. Chapoutier Belleruche 2013, Rhône Valley AOC, France: Rich, savoury and full-bodied: this southern French red wine has it all. This is a Rhone Valley blend of Grenache and Syrah from one of the region's most respected producers who has been making wine since 1808. The price point is amazing for this quality. Drink: 2014-2018. 328831 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 5, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review

Coudoulet De Beaucastel Blanc 2012, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: Gorgeous depth and richness and complexity in this French white wine produced by Château De Beaucastel, Famille Perrin. Get out of your white wine rut with this one: spectacular! Aromas of lychee, white flowers and pure dry peach essence. Finishes with fresh apricot, peach and vanilla spice. Pair it with roast turkey. Drink: 2013-2019. 48892 14% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 95/100. November 8, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Coudoulet De Beaucastel Famille Perrin 2012, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: A full-bodied, juicy French red wine with a good grip: needs decanting 2 hours. Aromas of black raspberries and cherries. Calls for a leg of lamb with rosemary and garlic. There were only 300 cases of this wine produced for the 2012 vintage. Beaucastel is an iconic Rhone Valley producer that also makes coveted Châteauneuf du Pape that sells for twice the price. Decant for 2 hours and enjoy. Drink: 2015-2022. 48884 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. June 13, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand Côte Des Roses Rosé 2013, Languedoc, Midi A.P., France: Pretty, fresh and light with faint fleeting notes of summer fresh wild strawberries, the tiny kind. This wine sold out almost immediately last year with its gorgeous bottle design and label: perfect Valentine's Day gift paired with roses. Drink: 2013-2016. 373985 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 7, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Dr. Loosen Blue Slate Riesling 2011, Prädikatswein, Mosel, Germany: Beautiful peach blossom nose then a surprising but delightful acidic attack on the palate that is ultra-refreshing. Medium-bodied with terrific refreshment. Drink: 2012-2016. 160846 7.50% MD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling 2005, Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany: Love it! No better value on the shelf. Lime blossom gorgeous. Drink: 2012-2016. 599274 8.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Loosen Bros. Dr. L Riesling 2013, Mosel, Germany: Love it! There's simply no better value white wine on the shelf. Lime blossom gorgeous. The alcohol is refreshingly low, yet this is no wimpy wine: it's packed with flavour. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to many dishes. Some terrific white pear and lime blossom on the finish of this Qualitätswein (Q.B.A.) wine. Try it with just about anything, but start with seafood or a medium curry. Winemaker Ernie Loosen makes a range of wines, and this is his entry-level offering. It's spectacular for the price. Drink: 2013-2018. 599274 8.50% MS 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 18, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Ruffino Modus 2012, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: The 2012 vintage of this rich, full-bodied Italian red wine is a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot grapes. The vines are planted primarily in the vineyards of Ruffino's estates of Poggio Casciano and Santedame, which is hilly clay rich in fossil fragments. The wine undergoes a malolactic fermentation and a post-fermentative maceration on the skins for 2 weeks to add richness and depth. It's then aged for 12 months in first, second and third use American and French 225 litre oak barrels. This Super Tuscan is worthy of your attention, from its ruby-violet gem glints in the glass to its finish as long as a Tuscan country road. It delivers an intense bouquet of black cherry, plum, graphite, dried tobacco leaves and dark spice. This robust red wine has remarkably polished tannins that yield to a supple, smooth texture. Incredible concentration and flavour at such a reasonable level of alcohol. Pair with truffle-inflected dishes and grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2021. 912956 13.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 94/100. July 6, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Tommasi Arele Parziale Appassimento 2012, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: Peppery red berry fruit and a supple smooth texture. Medium to almost full-bodied. This doesn't taste like the extracted Appassimento style in a good way. Very savoury. Drink: 2014-2018. 224188 13% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. March 21, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Tenuta Di Castiglioni 2012, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: This robust Italian red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese grapes is a towering blockbuster. It could use some more cellar time given its concentration and power. Layers of smoky black fruit and dark spice. Decant 2 hours and pair with a juicy rare steak. Drink: 2016-2021. 145920 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 20, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Remo Farina Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2011, Veneto D.O.C.G, Italy: Towering, blockbuster amarone with mouth-coating texture and a voluptuous full-bodied weight. Big black fruit, tarry oak, smoke and black spice aromas. Don't waffle with this wine as it won't put up with indecisiveness. Drink or move on. (I suggest you drink.) The 2012 vintage of this Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is classic Amarone. Drink: 2014-2020. 995910 14.50% D 750 mL  $36.95 Score: 93/100. March 21, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Leone De Castris Maiana Salice Salentino Rosso 2013, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: A delicious Italian red wine that is terrific for the money. Ripe cherry and plum notes. The 2013 vintage of Maiana offers notes of dark berries, smoke and dried herbs. Pair with grilled lamb chops. Drink: 2013-2017. 717959 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Incomparable Kosher Wine Full Review

Duca Catemario Collezione Privata Pinot Grigio 2015, Friuli, Italy: Clean and crisp Italian white wine made from Pinot Grigio grapes. Aromas of lemon and lime. Pair with shellfish and salads. Drink: 2015-2018. 120782 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. July 9, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Frescobaldi Campo Ai Sassi 2013, Montalcino DOC, Italy: Dry herbs, dust and leather on the nose of this fine and complex Italian red wine. Robust, but balanced and elegant: the ultimate food wine, especially for tomato sauces and grilled meats. Trt black cherry and good acidity on the palate. Polished tannins and smooth texture. Crisp lively finish. Decant 1 hour and enjoy. Drink: 2015-2020. 429415 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. August 20, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

San Felice Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A moderately priced, pleasant Chianti for Italian fare. Very attractive smoke and toasty oak on the nose, almost like Bordeaux. Black cherry, spice aromas, with good acidity in this almost full-bodied red wine. Polished tannins. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2018. 282996 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 8, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2016, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Smoky and dark yet elegant in a muscular way. This brooding Italian red wine offers black fruit aromas and smoke on the nose. Underneath and on the palate there's a sensual layer of black fleshy ripe fruit and dark spices. Oh yes! Classic Amarone with some nuances of wild violets and black cherry liqueur on the finish. Best consumed with hearty meat dishes and robust conversation. Drink: 2019-2026. 356220 15% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 95/100. November 26, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Antinori Il Bruciato Guado al Tasso Bolgheri 2018, Bolgheri, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: A full-bodied and concentrated Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah red wine blend. Supple with ripe blackberry, currant, dried tobacco leaf, savoury herb, meaty and spicy flavours on the palate. Consistently great quality and great value on the very approachable Super Tuscan. Pair with saucy barbecued ribs. Drink: 2020-2025. 674135 13.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 91/100. September 24, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Le Ragose Ripasso Valpolicella Classico 2014, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Intense Ripasso Valpolicella Classico with vibrant dark cherry, plum, fresh mushroom, savoury herb and spicy flavours on the palate. The Ripasso method adds to its richness, depth and flavour to the finished wine. The Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone wine grapes for this vintage were sourced from Le Ragose's high-altitude, low-yielding vineyard. Drink: 2019-2022. 991984 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. August 2, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Pinot Grigio 2014, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand: Zippy and refreshing with aromas of lime and grapefruit. Ends on an up note of lime and lemon zest and springtime energy. Cool climate viticulture from the North Island shows through in this zesty Pinot Grigio. Bone-dry with lime lift through the mid-palate. Good mouth-watering acidity for seafood or an aperitif. Drink: 2014-2017. 326090 12% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. June 5, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Pinot Noir 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Cherry-berry on the nose with mocha aromas from oak aging. Almost full-bodied and smooth. Love the balancing acidity. Perfect for grilled lamb. Drink: 2016-2018. 626390 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Matua Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Hawke's Bay, Marlborough, New Zealand: Lime fresh with lemon sunshine in the vicacious New Zealand white wine made from the country's classic white grape Sauvignon Blanc. Matua was the first to plant Sauvignon Blanc grapes in New Zealand, back in 1969, and made its first bottling in 1974. Cool coastal breezes preserve the racy acidity that complements fresh shellfish. Matua is a Maori word meaning the Head of the Family. Drink: 2016-2018. 619452 13.10% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. September 18, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Marlborough, New Zealand: A vibrant Sauvignon Blanc with a crisp, lime-fresh nose and racy acidity on the palate that's perfect for seafood. Notes of grapefruit and fresh herbs on the finish makes this a terrific chilled aperitif as well. Highly recommended. Drink: 2015-2017. 426601 12.50% XD 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 90/100. October 10, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Villa Maria East Coast Pinot Gris 2015, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: New Zealand's climate is similar to that of Alsace in France, so it's not surprising that this Pinot Gris has Alsatian leanings in its steely dryness and focus. This is an off-dry style yet vibrant acidity keeps it refreshing and food-friendly. Aromas of white pear and golden apple. Rich, mouth-filling texture. Pair with poultry and creamy cheeses. Drink: 2015-2018. 925577 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 30, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Villa Maria Private Bin Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Marlborough, New Zealand: This is just the third year that Villa Maria has produced this delightful, lightly sparkling wine. It's an interesting (and delicious) take on Sauvignon Blanc, for which New Zealand is famous. Tropical fruit and melon on the nose and palate. If you love moscato, try this wine. The bubbles don't dry out on the finish, yet it's refreshing. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2015-2017. 429969 12.50% M 750 mL  $69.50 Score: 89/100. February 18, 2017 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Pinot Noir 2015, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Toasty oak on the nose of this terrific New Zealand red wine wraps around fleshy ripe black cherries. Full-bodied, mouth-watering juicy and smooth with a great finish. Smoky oak and black cherry notes with some dark spice on the finish. Terrific with a wide range of dishes, especially holiday turkey. Yum! Drink: 2017-2020. 590414 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 6, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Villa Maria Estate Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A vibrant Sauvignon Blanc that shows the extra richness and layering of about four months aging on the lees. Still, there's no oak here, just stainless steel to preserve fruit purity. The Autri Valley where the fruit is grown for this wine is cooler on average than other regions in New Zealand. This Sauvignon has more intensity and more seriousness in both flavour and weight. You can almost sense the vibrancy of New Zealand light in the glass with this wine. Enjoy with salads and vegetarian dishes, sushi or dishes with fresh herbs. Drink: 2014-2017. 974527 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. June 27, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Sileni Estates Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy-great refreshment with vibrant herbal and lime-citrus aromas on this well-respected New Zealand white wine made from the country's iconic grape Sauvignon Blanc. Medium-bodied with lots of mouth-watering acidity. Perfect for salads and vegetarian dishes. Finishes with notes of gooseberry, passionfruit and citrus. A party favourite. Drink: 2014-2017. 662882 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. March 21, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Pinot Noir 2013, Marlborough, New Zealand: Toasty oak on the nose wraps around fleshy ripe black cherries. Full-bodied, mouth-watering juicy and smooth with a great finish. New Zealand Pinot Noir offers that unique combination of fleshy fruit and zingy juiciness. Oyster Bay is part of the Delegat wine portfolio and a solid producer of good value wines including this New Zealand Pinot Noir. Smoky oak and black cherry notes with some dark spice on the finish. Terrific with a wide range of dishes. Yum! Drink: 2014-2018. 590414 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 18, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand: A zesty, mouth-watering New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with classic aromas of gooseberry, nettle and guava, with some herbal notes on the finish. Medium-bodied with terrific acidity for a wide range of dishes, from fresh seafood to spinach quiche. Drink: 2013-2018. 316570 11% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 1, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Pansy! Rosé 2014, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand: A vibrant, almost robust (for rose) wine with terrific refreshment. Aromas of field strawberries and cranberry. Lots of great acidity for food, such as cold chicken sandwiches and cheeses. Drink: 2014-2016. 650325 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 27, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Matua Pinot Noir 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A superb, vibrant New Zealand Pinot Noir with enticing aromas of tart red cherry, wild raspberry and spice. Medium-bodied and satin smooth. This wine is very versatile with food, from planked salmon to roast chicken. Drink: 2014-2018. 358952 13% XD 750 mL  $17.80 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Oyster Bay Merlot 2013, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Round, smooth, supple Merlot with enticing aromas and flavours of fleshy black plum and blackberry on the nose and palate. Medium- to almost full-bodied. This would be a great match for grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2016. 692343 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 4, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mulderbosch Faithful Hound Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot Malbec Cabernet Franc 2011, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: The 2011 vintage was a spectacular one for this winery. In particular, the Faithful Hound red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc grapes is greatly benefiting from Mulderbosch's new, dynamic winemaker, Adam Mason. As well, there's a new owner, American Charles Banks, and together they are creating a tremendous amount of energy, vision and great wine together. The Faithful Hound offers enticing aromas of black, smoky fruit and a savoury, mouth-watering core. Some cedar notes in the background and on the finish. Perfect for prime rib or a rare steak. Decant for 1 hour. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2019. 922443 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Porcupine Ridge Boekenhoutskloof Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Blackcurrant and wild blackberry flavour richness on the nose and palate, with a gorgeously smooth texture and full-bodied weight. Nice cedar and underbrush notes on the finish. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Nice price, too. Drink: 2014-2018. 146894 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. February 7, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Cathedral Cellar Petit Verdot 2013, South Africa: A smoky, savoury, seductive South African red wine made from the lesser known Petit Verdot grape. This is on the grapes in Bordeaux blends, but here it stands alone in a smoldering, smoky rendition. Fabulous taste and quality for this price point. The wine was aged for 16 months in French oak barrels of which 70% was first fill. Pair this beauty with wild game meats and hard flavourful cheeses. Drink: 2014-2017. 427559 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. October 24, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mulderbosch Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2014, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Lovely cherry-berry rounded and juicy mouth-watering acidity. No Cabernet tannins: the grape base just lends lovely red fruit flavour. Excellent price. Yahoo. Drink: 2014-2016. 999821 12.50% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 90/100. May 30, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Mulderbosch Chenin Blanc 2014, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: This is a great example South African Chenin Blanc with seductive aromas of Asian pear and something I can only describe as black apricot. Oak imparts baked bread and wraps this wine beautifully. Baking spices on the finish of this exotically wonderful wine. Pair with mild curries. Drink: 2014-2018. 675421 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 8, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Honoro Vera Bodegas Ateca Garnacha 2013, Calatayud D.O., Spain Drink: 2015-2018. 440867 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95. January 11, 2016 Full Review

Torres Viña Esmeralda 2013, Catalunya, Spain: This wine takes its name from the emerald colour of the Mediterranean. There’s no oak on this aromatic blend of mostly muscat (Moscatel) grapes with some gewürztraminer grapes, that grow in the mountains of north-east Spain. A lovely honeysuckle finish. Simply divine even at triple the price it is. Stunningly lovely white floral notes along with some lychee and white melon. So, so pretty as an aperitif or with fresh seafood. Highly recommended. Try it with Asian dishes and mild to medium curries. Drink: 2013-2017. 113696 11.50% MD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. February 20, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel 2013, Lodi, California, United States: Smoky great Californian red wine made from the state's classic Zinfandel grape, and offering lusciously ripe black and purple plum aromas. Please, tell me that campfire story again as the smoke swirls around my head and the stars above us on this mid-summer night. Perfect for grilled meats. Ironstone delivers extreme value in the glass at many price points. Pair this blockbuster red with BBQ chicken or ribs. Drink: 2013-2018. 951889 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.25 Score: 91/100. March 21, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Cosentino Cigarzin Old Vine Zinfandel 2012, California, United States: Surprisingly low in alcohol for such a full-bodied, full-flavoured Californian zinfandel. Pure delicious! Smoky with fleshy black fruit. Complex zinfandel in all its glory. Yahoo! Old vines truly do make a difference to the complexity and concentration of flavour, especially in zinfandel. Finishes with dark spice, smoke and pepper. Pair with spaghetti and meat balls. Drink: 2013-2018. 269340 14.90% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. February 7, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: A balanced wine and a great value. This is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with some Merlot and Zinfandel grapes in the blend. Dark fruit aromas are wrapped in toasty oak. Nice symmetry and balance with full-bodied weight. Gets my vote! Finished with dried herbs and dark fruit. Drink: 2013-2017. 191700 14% XD 375 mL  $21.75 Score: 91/100. February 21, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Petite Sirah 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: A full-bodied and savoury Californian red wine, with a different flavour profile derived from the lesser-known grape Petite Sirah. Spicy exotic black fruit aromas and flavours play across the palate. Complex and tasty: here's a red wine to get you out of your Cabernet rut (if you're in one). Try it with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2018. 590356 14.30% D 750 mL  $60.95 Score: 92/100. November 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Chateau St. Jean Pinot Noir 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Supple and juicy with flavours of ripe and tart cherry and red field berries. Almost full-bodied. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2012-2017. 308221 13.80% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 20, 2015 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Robert Mondavi Winery Fumé Blanc 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Crisp, dry and fresh with a lemon-lime lift through the core of this California Sauvignon Banc. Robert Mondavi devised the name Fume Blanc for Sauvignon Blanc. Very deft/light use of oak preserves the refreshment of this wine and its versatility with food. This wine is mostly Sauvignon Blanc and with a splash of Semillon. Sixty percent of the wine is barrel fermented, and then it's all aged on its own yeast (sûr lie) in French oak for 9 months to add extra richness, creaminess and lovely dimension. The grapes are grown in the Stags Leap and Oakville vineyards. Try this wine with pasta or seafood in a cream sauce. Drink: 2014-2016. 221887 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 91/100. October 31, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Napa Cellars Napa Cellars Zinfandel 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Love it! Full-bodied and loaded with flavour yet vibrant and nimble and never heavy. Black fruit and spice with such a velvet smooth palate. Very complex and balanced. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2018. 126607 14.90% D 750 mL  $25.25 Score: 92/100. September 5, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Beaulieu Vineyard Bv Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Napa Valley California, United States: Californian royalty: classic cassis and blackcurrant with understated from the oak. Full-bodied and smooth. Perfect for dinner parties meant to impress. Drink: 2012-2016. 987420 14.50% D 750 mL  $64.95 Score: 90/100. September 29, 2012 Full Review

Cambria Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara, California, United States: Cherry-berry festival for your mouth. Lively, medium- to full-bodied and silky. Bring it -- to my house pls. Drink: 2012-2016. 317221 14.50% D 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 92/100. September 29, 2012 Full Review

Cline Cellars Ancient Vines Zinfandel 2010, California, United States: Juicy wonderful with jubilant purple and black plums. Smooth and endless. Drink: 2012-2015. 719211 15% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 29, 2012 Full Review

Robert Mondavi Winery Merlot 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Superbly balanced and elegant wine with full-bodied aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and black plum. Smoky and long on the finish and satisfaction. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2013-2018. 953562 15% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. June 13, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

La Crema Chardonnay 2013, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Sonoma Coast vineyards enjoy a long, cool growing season due to the moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean, and its fogs and winds that blow inland. This is perfect for slowly ripening grapes to develop complex flavours and nuances without lots of sugar that translates to heavy alcohol. Classic Californian Chardonnay with toast, oak and green apple on the nose. Full-bodied, and generously layered. Generous flavours of pear and peach on the palate with a long, dry finish and a hint of wild white flowers in a spring rain. Perfect for roast chicken or mild curries. Drink: 2013-2018. 962886 13.90% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 91/100. May 30, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Cline Cellars Ancient Vines Zinfandel 2013, Contra Costa County, California, United States: Cline's Zinfandel grapes are sourced from dry-farmed vines planted more than 100 years ago, thus deserving the name Ancient Vines. The depth and concentration of that aging vine wisdom shows in the glass. Notes of blackberry and toasty, black fruit, tar, smoke and toasty oak. Full-bodied. Perfect for BBQ meats and a campfire. This is a truly mouth-filling wine. Big, long finish like a Broadway number... it's a dazzling kick-line for the senses. Warm, sunny days and cool nights along the San Joaquin and Sacramento Rivers provide unique growing conditions to produce robust, intense red wines. Drink: 2013-2018. 719211 15% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 4, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Frei Brothers Winery Reserve Chardonnay 2013, Russian River Valley, Northern Sonoma, California, United States: Toasted bread along with green apple aromas on the nose and palate of this classic Californian white wine made from the icon Chardonnay grape. Medium- to full-bodied and balanced. Very tasty. The 2012 vintage of this Russian River Valley Chardonnay shows its cool-climate regions roots, with the grapes being whole cluster pressed to avoid bitterness and preserve fresh fruit notes. This Chardonnay undergoes a full malolactic fermentation to add richness and depth. Pair with veal chops. Drink: 2013-2017. 317891 14% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 91/100. April 15, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Grgich Hills Estate Fumé Blanc Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Grassy and vibrant with aromas of lime, chives and lemongrass. Ultra-refreshing. This organic wine is made from 100% estate-grown grapes that are grown certified biodynamic. The vineyards are located in American Canyon and Carneros. Pair with halibut in a lemon sauce. Drink: 2013-2017. 346296 14.10% D 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 91/100. April 18, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Charles Smith 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Love this Walla Walla rose! Aromas of cranberry, rhubarb and perky, tart wild red berries. Mouth-watering and juicy, and exactly what you want (need) on a warm summer day. Pair with planked salmon or grilled chicken. Drink: 2014-2016. 340521 13% XD 750 mL  $18.00 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2015 Full Review

Beringer Chardonnay 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: A gloriously alive Chardonnay with lovely aromas of peach, pear and butterscotch. Layers of pleasure, yet it's not heavy at all. Pair with lobster in melted butter. Drink: 2014-2018. 84988 14.10% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 91/100. September 19, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Beringer Knights Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Sonoma, California, United States: This heavy-hitter needs more cellar time, but the wait will be well worth your while. Magnificently structured and balanced, with layers of black fruit, dark spice and and smoke. Pair with celebrations of any kind. Drink: 2016-2022. 392142 14% XD 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 94/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Frei Brothers Winery Reserve Pinot Noir 2012, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Rounded, mouth-filling and voluptuous Pinot Noir like falling backwards on to satin cushions. Fleshy cherry aromas and flavours. Drink: 2014-2018. 91025 14.50% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 90/100. May 30, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Migration Duckhorn Vineyards Pinot Noir 2013, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Good acidity and vibrant tart and ripe red and dark cherries. Supple, smooth and satin on the palate. Drink: 2014-2019. 412437 14.50% XD 750 mL  $49.25 Score: 90/100. May 30, 2015 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Campfire smoke and savoury meaty notes on the nose and palate of this delicious Californian red wine. Black fruit and smoke with a chary finish. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2019. 73817 13.50% D 750 mL  $61.95 Score: 91/100. May 30, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Napa Valley, California, United States: Robust and balanced Californian Cabernet located on Napa's historic Silverado Trail. Aromas of cassis and blackberry with some dark spice. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2016-2020. 73817 13.50% D 750 mL  $61.95 Score: 90/100. September 2, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Pine Ridge Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Napa Valley, California, United States: Big black fruit on the nose and palate of this robust Napa Cab. Needs cellar time, then decant 1-2 hours and enjoy with a rare steak. Drink: 2019-2024. 17101 14.80% D 750 mL  $101.00 Score: 92/100. May 15, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Frog's Leap Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, United States: The 2014 vintage was outstanding for this wine, a robust Californian red made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Aromas of wild blackberries, black currant and smoke. Complex, balanced and offering a long finish. Decant 2 hours. This Californian Napa Cali Cab Sauvignon is produced by a winery founded in 1981 by John Williams and Larry Turley. The grapes are dry farmed and it shows here in the depth and complexity of this wine. Pair with kobe beef. Drink: 2016-2023. 27254 13.60% D 750 mL  $83.95 Score: 94/100. October 30, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Joel Gott Washington Red 2015, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A rich, full-bodied Washington red wine that leads with Merlot grapes in the blend. Lots of fleshy ripe raspberry and cherry flavours. Pair with barbecued meats. Drink: 2018-2024. 488510 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 28, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Chardonnay 2016, Napa Valley, California, United States: A lovely, buttery, full-bodied Californian Chardonnay with aromas of toasted almond, golden apple and pear. Layers of complexity and pleasure. Long finish. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2018-2021. 655381 14.30% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 92/100. August 4, 2018 Top Rated White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Savoury and meaty Californian red wine made from the state's classic red wine grape Cabernet Sauvignon. This robust wine offers black fruit aromas and some acidity on the palate for dishes with some tang, like a meat and tomato sauce. Drink: 2014-2019. 996405 14% XD 750 mL  $79.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Ravenswood Vintners Blend Old Vine Zinfandel 2013, California, United States: Juicy, smooth and supple Californian Zin, with fleshy black plums and blackberries and just enough of a smoky weave. Perfect for barbecued meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 359257 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. December 3, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Merlot 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: Love this juicy and ultra-smooth Californian Merlot: it's liquid velvet. Aromas of luscious black plums and dark berries. Long finish. This will cellar well, but why wait? Pair with lamb chops. Drink: 2012-2018. 655399 14.20% D 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 92/100. July 25, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Raymond Field Blend Lot No. 5 2013, California, United States: Full-bodied, juicy and mouth-watering with sweet cherry-blackberry flavours. Luscious layers of purple plum fruit and berries that finishes long, smoky and satisfying. This robust Californian red wine is a blend of 5 grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Petit Sirah and Zinfandel -- thus the name "Collection". This is where field blend comes from and it's a traditional method of planting different grape varieties in a vineyard rather than just one. There are notes of blackberries and plums on the finish. Supple and polished. Aromas and flavours of blueberry pie, black raspberry jam, red licorice. I can taste a grilled hamburger with this wine., especially with sweet relish and garnishes or salsa. Drink: 2014-2018. 265959 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. July 25, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Buena Vista Chardonnay 2013, Carneros, Sonoma County, California, United States: Buttery, round, balanced and amazing for the price! This full-bodied, classic Californian Chardonnay features aromas of green apple and butterscotch yet it's not heavy. Jean-Charles Boisset, of the famous French winemaking family (and married to Gina Gallo), now guides operations. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2015-2018. 67405 14.50% XD 750 mL  $28.00 Score: 92/100. August 22, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review

La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir 2013, Monterey, California, United States: Stunning Californian Pinot with the richness and depth that's rarely paralleled i this state. The cool-climate of Monterey is definitely an influence here. Fleshy wild berry notes, some spice. Pair with many chicken and seafood dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 367896 13.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. August 22, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Francis Ford Coppola Diamond Collection Red Label Zinfandel 2013, California, United States: Juicy with mouth-watering flavours of black plums, blueberries and blackberries. Yes, this is from the producer of Dracula and other movies, but it delivers much more than a box office hit. Full-bodied, plush, smooth and delicious. Some vanilla spice, anise and blackberry roll off the finish. Try it with game dishes. Full-bodied Californian Zinfandel with hickory smoke and savoury herbs, plush black plums. Black raspberry on the finish. Lot of jammy flavours and pepper. Drink: 2015-2018. 939743 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. August 22, 2015 Glorious Game Wine Full Review

La Crema Chardonnay 2013, Los Carneros, Sonoma County, California, United States: Butterscotch and baking spice on the nose of this lovely, voluptuous Californian Chardonnay. Cool climate viticulture comes through in the glass with a terrific balance and acidity. Pair with chicken a la king. Drink: 2014-2018. 184929 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. September 5, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Sebastiani Zinfandel 2012, Sonoma County, California, United States: Juicy and mouth-watering with gorgeous aromas and flavours of fleshy ripe black plums and blackberries. More balanced than many Californian Zins, with a great degree of elegance and length on the finish. Pair with grilled meats or roast beef. Drink: 2015-2018. 672667 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 19, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Line 39 O'Neill Vintners & Distillers Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California, United States: An incredibly tasty wine for the money! Full-bodied, smooth and supple. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and blackberries. Mocha, vanilla spice and coffee on the finish. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2019-2023. 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 13, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review