Mcpherson Basilisk Shiraz Mourvèdre 2010, Central Victoria, Australia: Gorgeous, mouth-watering aromas and flavours of black and luscious purple plums. Blackberries, fleshy ripe, roll over your tongue. Full-bodied and supple and endless. Drink: 2013-2017. 289926 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château Tanunda Shiraz 2010, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Black plum, tar, smoke and dark spices. An angry man's wine that will make him happy again. Dark and brooding like Heathcliffe on the moor. Take me now! Drink: 2013-2016. 311365 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Masi Brolo Campofiorin Oro Appaxximento 2009, I.G.T., Rosso Del Veronese, Veneto, Italy: Smooth, full-bodied and lovely with mocha and dark fruit goodness. Gorgeous replays of black plum and cherry across the palate. Finishes with a touch spice and espresso. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2016. 976092 14% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 91/100. September 13, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce 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

Tommasi Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Black cherry, fruitcake, dark spices and brooding mystery on the nose. Full-bodied and velvet smooth. Lovely, lovely, lovely. Mouth-filling with some dark plum on a long finish. Classic Amarone. This half bottle size is perfect for nights when you and your dining companion want just a glass and half or so. Drink: 2011-2020. 980128 15% D 375 mL  $26.95 Score: 93/100. June 22, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Mazzei Ser Lapo Chianti Classico Riserva 2009, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Drink: 2012-2016. 288530 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95. July 6, 2013 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Farina Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2009, D.O.C.G., Veneto, Italy: Lovely balance of fleshy black and dark red fruit, spices and smoke. This wine is full-bodied with lots of heft yet it's also supremely balanced and not heavy. Perfect for roast beef. Drink: 2013-2019. 995910 14.50% D 750 mL  $35.95 Score: 92/100. August 31, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Beaulieu Vineyard Bv Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied with classic Cal cab notes of black fruit, smoke and toast. Smooth and layered. Decant 2 hours. Terrific with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2017. 987420 14.50% D 750 mL  $64.95 Score: 90/100. April 13, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gallo Family Frei Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel 2010, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Very juicy with generous aromas and flavours of mouth-watering fleshy black plums and succulently rich blueberries. Full-bodied with a smooth roundness. Perfect for hamburgers and BBQ. Pure Californian fruit and sunshine. Yum! Drink: 2012-2016. 555599 15% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. June 8, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review