Doña Paula 1350 Altitude Series 2020, Gualtallary, Tupungato, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina: Doña Paula 1350 Altitude Series 2020 is a dry, full-bodied, red wine blend of Cabernet Franc, Malbec and a splash of Casavecchia produced from grapes sourced from two blocks (No 10 and 7) in high-altitude vineyards at 1,350 metres above sea level. Each grape variety was vinified separately in stainless steel tanks to obtain maximum fruit freshness. After fermentation, the wines were blended and matured in French oak barrels (20% new) for 16 months. Generous and juicy on the palate with ripe dark cherry, raspberry, pink florals, green leafy notes and spicy flavours, tannins are supple and very approachable now. Drink or hold. Drink: 2024-2028. 17382 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 95/100. February 17, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Wakefield Jaraman Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: From Clare Valley and Coonawarra wine region, Wakefield Jaraman 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a sniffer with its dark berries, eucalyptus, chocolate and sweet spicy tobacco aromas. The wine is dry, full-bodied and savoury with ripe dark plum, mocha, menthol, cedar and well-integrated oak spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are smooth and rounded. For this vintage 52% of the grapes were sourced from the Clare Valley with 48% from the Coonawarra. Awarded Gold at the 2022 Melbourne International Wine Competition. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2030. 142398 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. March 4, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Coudoulet de Beaucastel Côtes du Rhône 2017, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: In 1687, the wine estate of Pierre de Beaucastel was ennobled by King Louis XIV who obviously knew good wine. Produced by the Famille Perrin, Coudoulet de Beaucastel is a gorgeous Côtes Du Rhône red layered with ripe cherry, raspberry, wild herbs and mouth-filling with a long spicy finish. Drink or hold. Drink: 2020-2029. 48884 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. November 14, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review