La Celia Elite Malbec Tannat 2009, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A dark-hearted blend of Malbec (60%) and Tannat (40%) grapes that was matured in French and American oak for 1 year. Loaded with blackberry, blackcurrant and smoke, with a tarry, dark spice finish. Terrific! Drink: 2013-2016. 303677 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Stratus White 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Beautiful! Full-bodied, mouth-filling and voluptuous. Gorgeous and exotic aromas and flavours with honeysuckle, lime blossom and lilies. Drink: 2012-2017. 660704 13.50% D 750 mL  $44.20 Score: 95/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

R. Pouillon & Fils 1Er Cru Brut Rosé Champagne, A.C., Champagne, France: Lovely field strawberry and raspberry notes on this dry champagne. Some plum and toast on the finish. Very refreshing. Try with planked salmon. Drink: 2012-2015. 314518 12% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013 Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Château Teyssier Meritage 2009, A.C., Montagne Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France: This is a savoury and rich blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc grapes. Deep and complex with concentrated dark red berry and cassis flavour, smoke, dried herbs and violets. A staggeringly great price for Bordeaux of this quality. Decant 2 hours. Cellar keeper. Drink: 2013-2019. 226035 13.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2009, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Luxurious dark satin fruit with fleshy sinful goodness. Smoke and black plums roll off the long finish. Liquid gorgeous. Drink: 2013-2018. 988055 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.25 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Altesino Brunello Di Montalcino Sangiovese (Chianti) 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: One of the best brunellos I've tasted. Savoury, complex, layered and delicious. Aromas of dark red berries, smoke, anise and happiness. Full-bodied, supple and endless on the finish. Wow. Drink: 2013-2018. 994095 13% XD 750 mL  $64.95 Score: 96/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review