Kangarilla Road Vineyard & Winery Charlie's Blend Shiraz Cabernet 2008, McLaren Vale, Australia: Wonderfully dark, fleshy blackberries and plums with lip-smacking, full-bodied weight and a smooth texture. Some lifted dark berries and spices on the finish. Incredible quality and value for this price point! Drink: 2011-2013. 212720 14% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. June 6, 2011 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Oscar's Estate Shiraz Viognier 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Like the dark hero on a romance novel: take me now! Brooding, full-bodied, muscular and well, you know, seductive. Black fruit aromas, savoury flavours with a long finish (most importantly). Again please, and again. Drink: 2012-2016. 287961 15.90% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 93/100. September 28, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Smoke & Gamble Reserve Cabernet Merlot 2010, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada: Lovely balance in this full-bodied, supple red. Lots of character but not heavy. Dark fruit, smoke with a long finish. A blend of 49.5% merlot, 37.2% cabernet sauvignon and 13.3% cabernet sauvignon. Drink: 2013-2016. 332825 13.60% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. April 27, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review