La Posta 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: Rustic, cedary and loaded with toasty oak. Black fruit on the palate and more oak. Drink with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2022. 555789 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 86/100. August 4, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Wakefield Wines Promised Land Shiraz 2016, South Australia, Australia: A solid, full-bodied Australian Shiraz with aromas of fleshy black plum and blackberries wrapped in toasty oak. Smooth texture. Great price. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2021. 441543 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 12, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Santa Carolina Reserva Chardonnay 2017, Casablanca Valley, Chile: A full-bodied, tasty Chilean Chardonnay with aromas of green apple and toasty oak. Pair with roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2018-2021. 304022 13.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 88/100. July 4, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Bollini Empson & Co. Pinot Grigio 2009, D.O.C., Trentino, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Bollini lowers substantially their grape yields in order to intensify the aromas and flavours of their Pinot Grigio. My note: Floral, vibrant and exquisitely personable. Terrific come-alive aromas of melon and white peach. Wow! Drink: 2011-2015. 951319 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 19, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Castello di Gabbiano Promessa Pinot Grigio 2015, Venezie, Italy: A fresh, crisp, clean Italian Pinot Grigio with lime zest and lemon notes on the nose, palate and finish. Racy acidity makes this ideal as a chilled aperitif or companion to fresh seafood, salads and shellfish. Drink: 2015-2018. 77990 12.50% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 90/100. April 26, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Farnese Casale Vecchio Montepulciano A'bruzzo 2015, Abruzzo, Italy: A robust Italian red wine that offers stunning value for the price point. The estate of Casale Vecchio is situated 1,500 feet above sea level where the temperatures are moderated by the high altitude. Vines are planted using the guyot system at 5,500 vines per hectare for low yields. Winemaker Filippo Baccarolo uses a long maceration, malolactic fermentation and aging the wine 6 months in American oak. Aromas of smoke, blackberry and blackcurrant. Pair with a rare steak. Decant 1 hour. Drink: 2018-2021. 612788 13% XD 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. October 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

7 Deadly Old Vine Zinfandel 2016, Lodi, California, United States: A full-bodied, blockbuster Californian Zinfandel with aromas of blackberry, black plum, dark spice and smoke. Supple and smooth. Perfect for barbecused meats. Drink: 2018-2023. 59311 15% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 16, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review