Château La Haye Meritage 2006, A.C., Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France: Pleasantly bitter dark fruit and tar. Full-bodied and meaty with a smoky finish. Decant 2-3 hours. Drink: 2012-2016. 230334 13% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 88/100. September 29, 2012 Full Review

Clos Malverne Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2011, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: A terrific full-bodied red wine for the money! Black fruit, tannic grip on the palate so decant 1-2 hours. Great with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2015. 678433 14% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. December 7, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Viña Real Plata Crianza 2010, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Smoky, dry, straight-up pleasure for the price. Full-bodied with black smoky fruit and toasty oak. Decant 1 hour. Drink: 2014-2017. 657411 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. January 10, 2015 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review