Epsilon Shiraz 2009, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Splendid example of the best the Barossa has to offer. Big fruit yes, but also savoury and meaty with great complexity. A shiraz lover's shiraz. Drink: 2012-2016. 39552 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. February 4, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Heartland Shiraz 2009, Langhorne Creek, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia: Love the nose of black cherry liqueur and mysterious dark spices that draw you head first into the glass. The palate opens up with fleshy ripe black fruit and smoke. This is such a lively, full-bodied red that's smooth and ready to drink now. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2013-2016. 661934 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mitolo Jester Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Mclaren Valle, Australia: Full-bodied with smoky black fruit. Great concentration and depth with a good finish. Very satisfying. Packed with flavour yet not jammy or heavy. Surprising acidity that makes it great with food. Full-bodied and smooth with lusciously ripe dark fruit. Drink: 2013-2017. 43224 14.90% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mitolo Jester Shiraz 2011, Mclaren Valle, Australia: Meaty, juicy and savoury with aromas of plush plums and want-to-squeeze-them fleshy dark blackberries. This full-bodied, supple Shiraz delivers some kind of wonderful for your senses. Drink: 2013-2016. 659607 15% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Merlot 2012, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Balanced merlot with attractive black plum notes and lots of toasty oak. Lively and vibrant, but not over-the-top, like the perfect dinner guest. Smooth and full-bodied with a long finish. Great price. Try this with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2016. 692343 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Saint Clair Family Estate St Clair Sauvignon Blanc 2006, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A lovely, vivacious and refreshing wine. Not too grassy with aromas of gooseberry and lime. 554196 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 26, 2007 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

The Grinder Pinotage 2012, W.O., Swartland, South Africa: Loaded with toasty oak, coffee, black pepper, dark spices, mocha and savoury dark fruit aromas. There's a seductive juiciness on the palate with full-bodied weight. Black plum and anise on the smoky finish. Highly recommended. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 572107 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 1, 2014 Smart Buy Wine Full Review

J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Paso Robles, California, United States: Opens with seductive black fleshy plums, blackberries and blackcurrants wrapped in mocha and smoke. Full-bodied and smooth with terrific balance and mouth-watering action. Great for hearty meat dishes and when you want to be good to yourself. Drink: 2013-2016. 656561 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review