Billecart-Salmon Brut Champagne Rosé, A.C., Champagne, France: Gorgeous and full of finesse and elegance. Fleeting fielding raspberry notes. Layered and long. My fav rose champagne hands down. This half bottle size is perfect when you want a glass and half each to start the meal. Drink: 2013-2018. 924670 12% XD 375 mL  $49.95 Score: 94/100. August 31, 2013 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Chateau De Myrat Meritage 2009, Sauternes, Bordeaux, Aoc, France: Apricot supreme. Platonic essence of liquid sweet sensuality. Drink: 2013-2025. 188995 13% S 375 mL  $27.85 Score: 98/100. August 31, 2013 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Domaine Chanson Teurons 1Er Cru Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Beaune, Burgundy, France: A gorgeous rose of a wine: delicate yet concentrated with flavour. Seductive fleshy red cherries, satin texture and a finish that goes on forever. One of the best pinot noirs that I’ve tasted in quite some time. Why do I always fall in love with the expensive ones? Well, this one is worth every penny. Drink: 2012-2020. 84426 13.50% XD 750 mL  $36.05 Score: 95/100. September 28, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Farina Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Love this! Towering yet deep, with rich luscious layers of black cherry liqueur flavours. Full-bodied is an understatement. Glorious flavour heaven. Drink: 2012-2020. 995910 14.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 95/100. September 1, 2012 Full Review

Gloria Ferrer Méthode Champenoise Blanc De Blancs 2005, Carneros, California, United States: Toasty with freshly baked brioche. Lovely zestiness and refreshment. A very full-bodied bubbly. Consistently great producer. This is an amazing price. Drink: 2011-2014. 223792 12.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 90/100. February 19, 2011 Favourite Sparkling Wine. Full Review