Turkey Flat Butcher's Block 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Smoky and toasty from lavish oak aging. This full-bodied and delicious Australian red wine blend of Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvèdre (GSM). Aromas of fleshy black plum and berry. Round and smooth and mouth-filling. Portions of these grapes grow on some of the Barossa Valley's oldest vines. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2017-2022. 90241 14% XD 750 mL  $21.25 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2017 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Heartland Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: Black at heart and soul; gotta love this big Aussie Cabernet. Hails from a cool climate yet rich in flavour. A massive, towering wine with full-on flavour and character. This full-bodied Australian red wine is made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, which tend to offer more structure and balance than other red grapes. Finishes with smoke, dried herbs and fleshy black fruit. Decant for 1-2 hours. Pair with grilled ribs tonight. Drink: 2017-2022. 58099 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2017 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Wildass Stratus Vineyards Riesling 2015, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This lovely, light-bodied white wine offers enticing peach and melon notes, with just enough mouth-watering action for a wide range of dishes. Great balance, nice price. Drink: 2017-2019. 129700 11.60% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. April 24, 2017 Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Tzafona Cellars Unoaked Chardonnay 2015, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A clean, crisp unoaked Niagara Chardonnay with notes of green apple. Medium-bodied with good acidity for roast chicken. The winery's name Tzafona comes from the Hebrew word meaning northward and refers to the cool climate of the appellation in which the vines for this wine are planted in the Niagara Peninsula. Drink: 2017-2022. 485276 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 88/100. September 16, 2020 Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

In Situ Reserva Carmenere 2015, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Juicy, rich and round Chilean red wine made from the country's iconic Carmenere grape. Produced by San Esteban, this robust Chilean red wine comes from the winery's Winemakers Selection. It offers aromas of cassis and cedar with full-bodied richness. This wine is named after the river that divides it in half. The region of Aconcagua in Chile is extremely warm and dry, ideal for ripening rich, full-bodied red wines. It's supple and layered on the palate, like liquid velvet. I'd drink this wine with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2017-2021. 37952 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. April 24, 2017 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Viña Chocalán Reserva Syrah 2015, Maipo, Chile: Rich and full-bodied with attractive aromas and flavours of fleshy black plum and coffee-mocha. Supple and mouth-filling. Amazingly great price. Try it with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2017-2020. 38513 14% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Rosé 2016, Costières De Nîmes, South Rhone A.P., France: Lovely, red floral, wild strawberry, bone-dry, mouth-watering. Packed with flavour yet not heavy. Perfect for grilled Portobello mushroom and eggplant dishes. Drink: 2017-2018. 950576 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 24, 2017 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine Ferraud Les Charmes Morgon 2015, Beaujolais A.C., France: Pretty and medium-bodied with fleshy cherry and filed berries. This southern French red wine is made from the Gamay grape from one of the most respected regions in Beaujolais -- Morgon. The vines are planted is decomposed rocks. This winery has been family owned since 1942. A little herbal on the finish. Perfect for charcuterie. Drink: 2017-2019. 268052 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 88/100. April 24, 2017 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Domaine Schlumberger Princes Abbes Pinot Gris 2014, Alsace A.C., France: Dry and refreshing with good balance and structure. The 7 Alsatian grapes which comprise the blend of Princes Abbes range in style and contribute to the complexity. They are low yielding vines planted in sandstone soil slopes. Kicks off with fresh orange zest then continues with a crisp citrus medley of vibrant notes of lemons and limes. Medium-bodied. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to seafood and salads. An energetic finish of dry refreshment Drink: 2017-2018. 21253 13% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. April 24, 2017 Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Domaine Pierre Usseglio Et Fils Châteauneuf-Du-Pape 2013, Rhone A.C., France: A deep, rich, concentrated Rhone Valley red with a long, long finish. Great cellar candidate. The vines are planted in calcareous soils. Pair with roast beef Decant 1-2 hours. Drink: 2017-2025. 381079 15% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 93/100. April 24, 2017 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Remo Farina Superiore Valpolicella Classico Ripasso 2015, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Juicy, robust and vibrant Italian red wine: a terrific wine especially at this price point. Aromas of black fleshy ripe blackberries, black plums and some dark spice. Almost reminds me of Californian Zinfandel but with a darker undertone. Perfect for grilled meats and barbecue. Drink: 2017-2021. 999946 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 28, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Momo Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Vibrant and crisp with a terrific nervy and racy acidity running through the core of this New Zealand white wine made from the country's iconic Sauvignon Blanc grape. This kiwi savvy is herbal and refreshing with lots of mouth-watering, lime zest acidity for a range of dishes. There's some lemon zest on the finish. Intense, vibrant and clean. Mouth-watering acidity weaves its way through fresh aromas of grapefruit and guava. Bring it, especially for movie night with fried chicken! Drink: 2017-2018. 9167 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. July 22, 2017 Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Giesen Riesling 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Magnificent, especially at this price! Lime, green melon, chives and spritely sunshine fill the glass. Mouth-watering and dry. Wow. Drink: 2017-2018. 277673 10% MS 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2017 Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Sugar Loaf Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, South Island, Sugar Loaf (2017) produced by a family-owned winery in the heart of Marlborough's Rapaura region. Vibrant with less than 2 g/l residual sugar, this is a bone-dry Sauvignon Blanc, mouth-watering with herbal, grassy, grapefruit flavours and finishing with light tropical notes. Chill and enjoy now with grilled seafood dishes. Drink: 2019-2021. 410001 12.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. February 28, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Squealing Pig Pinot Noir 2014, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand: Lovely bright cherry notes on this medium-bodied, smooth New Zealand Pinot Noir. Racy acidity for planked salmon. Drink: 2017-2022. 427211 14% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 24, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Borsao Tres Picos Grenache 2015, Campo De Borja D.O., Spain: This winery is located south of Rioja and is comprised of 100% Garnacha grapes. The Garnacha grapes for this wine grow on old vines, which provides additional concentration and flavour. Great structure. Lots of mocha and dark chocolate aromas on the nose that are then flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. A rich darkly hued colour in the glass. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with grilled meats. The 2013 vintage of the Tres Picos offers solid value. Drink: 2017-2023. 273748 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. November 25, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review