Kaiken Icon Malbec 2007, Mendoza, Argentina: This as yet unnamed flagship wine for Kaiken is breath-taking in it's scope and depth. It's made by blending Malbec grapes from different vineyards that the estate owns. Classic, deep, rich and redolent of dark fruit and smoke. A wine for collectors. 14% XD 750 mL Score: 95/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Limited Edition Syrah 2005, Mendoza, Argentina: My favorite wine in a terrific line-up from this producer. Generous, balanced and plush. Aged 12 months in French oak. Aromas of violets, cinnamon and blackberry. Superb. 14% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 96/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Pascual Toso Alta Reserve Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Stunning! Rich, deep, complex, satisfying. Words almost diminish the experience. Loaded with savoury dark fruit, a complex weave of smoke and a finish that you hope lasts until the next bottle. Drink: 2012-2028. 261958 13.50% XD 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 95/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Dominio De Plata Malbec 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Generous and attractive oak on the nose with seductive fleshy black plums and a smoky, espresso finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 79798 14.50% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Cuvelier Los Andes Colección 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Savoury and meaty with terrific balance in this full-bodied red. Shows Old World finesse and styling backed up with the power and concentration of New World black fruit. Terrific! Drink: 2012-2016. 144014 15% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Pascual Toso Alta Reserve Malbec 2009, Barrancas Vineyard, Mendoza, Argentina: Deepest, darkest concentration of blackberry, blackcurrant and black plum I've tasted in a while. Full-bodied and smooth; this delivers lots of hedonistic satisfaction. This wine will benefit from 2 hours decanting. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with filet mignon or a pepper steak. Drink: 2013-2017. 261958 13.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Blueberry-blackberry pie with dark spices and smoke. Full-bodied, supple and smooth. Great price. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2016. 79798 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

La Celia Elite Malbec Tannat 2009, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A dark-hearted blend of Malbec (60%) and Tannat (40%) grapes that was matured in French and American oak for 1 year. Loaded with blackberry, blackcurrant and smoke, with a tarry, dark spice finish. Terrific! Drink: 2013-2016. 303677 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Altamira De Los Andes Reserve Malbec 2009, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Smoky, dark and delicious! Black fruit and brooding depth: this wine spent a year and half in 50% new French oak barrels. Loads with cigar box, blackcurrant and black plum. Lots of depth and concentration. Decant 1 hour. Pair with a juicy steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 308338 15.20% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 92/100. March 2, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Benmarco Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust and vibrant red wine that offers lots of pleasure in every glass. Coffee, mocha and espresso on a black fruit layers of full-bodied goodness. Smoky to the finish. Try it with hamburgers. Unfined and Unfiltered, Dominio del Plata. Drink: 2014-2016. 657601 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. February 1, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Zuccardi Q Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: A fleshy ripe malbec with a touch of dark spice on the finish. Full-bodied and smooth. Great price for such quality. This wine was matured in French oak for 1 year. Lovely cedar and spice on the finish. Try it tonight. Drink: 2012-2016. 723478 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

McWilliams Wines Mount Pleasant Elizabeth Cellar Aged Semillon 2006, Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: There's nothing like Australian Semillon grape-based wines: you must try this one if you haven't sampled their delights previously. Semillon from Australia also differs vastly from Semillon in other regions of the world: here it has a complex beeswax, dry honey and lanolin bouquet and mouth-filling texture. Terrific balancing acidity for a wide range of dishes and a long finish to make you return to this bottle again and again. Drink: 2014-2020. 724492 10.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. February 1, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Saltram Limited Release Winemaker's Selection Shiraz Tempranillo 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: A spectacularly rich and complex blend of mostly Shiraz and just 8% Tempranillo grapes grown in a very low-yield, small (0.8 hectare) estate vineyard. Loaded with blackberry, cassis, and fleshy black plums, yet offering supreme balance and pleasure. Wow! Drink: 2014-2020. 305599 14.50% D 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 95/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Quartage Shiraz 2010, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Towering, dark and deep, this Shiraz has it all. Black fruit, smoke, tar, anise, with juiciness and polished tannins. Perfect for filet mignon. Drink: 2014-2021. 922773 16.10% XD 750 mL  $43.95 Score: 95/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Greg Norman Reserve Shiraz 2009, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia: Generous oak and mocha on the nose with smoky black fruit and full-bodied weight. Tasty and big. This is classic Australian shiraz: dark spice, black fleshy plum, a hint of mint, pepper and blackberry. Wonderfully mouth-filling and delicious! Ready for a juicy steak when you are. Drink: 2013-2018. 575092 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Chapel Hill Shiraz 2011, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Luscious black plum aromas on this Australian shiraz, with an amazing acidic zing on the palate for food. Full-bodied and supple. Perfect for diehard hedonists. This wine was designed for steak. Blackberry and vanilla smoke on this finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2016. 743989 14.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz 2011, Padthaway, South Australia, Australia: Full-on, big red wine with glorious black cherry liqueur aromas. Rich, full-bodied and delicious. This wine has won multiple Gold and Silver Medals in competitions around the world. Part of the Bryson Family portfolio. The oak is woven in well and the wine comes off as balanced. Well-priced. I'd drink with a rack of lamb. Drink: 2013-2016. 673897 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.75 Score: 91/100. February 1, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Luscious and rich with cassis, fleshy blackberry and blackcurrant. Absolutely classic with a long finish. Tremendous quality for the price. There's some seductive anise and dark spice on the long finish. The bold wine has longevity, not only for this vintage in your cellar, but also this particular wine has been made now for 54 years. It's matured in French oak and the grapes are selected from Wynns' top vineyards. Liquid velvet. Drink: 2013-2017. 84996 14% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 95/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Chapel Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Classic nose of blackcurrant, cassis and sage brush. Full-bodied and very solidly structured. Decant 2 hours. Great for steak. Drink: 2013-2017. 965830 14.50% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 91/100. February 2, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaine Tournon Shay's Flat Vineyard M. Chapoutier Shiraz 2010, Pyrnees, Victoria, Australia: Gorgeous concentration here! Black and dark red fruit mingle with pepper, dark spices and brooding mystery. What an incredible wine. It's produced be a classic and respected Rhone Valley producer Chapoutier. Pair with filet mignon or any peppery or spicy hearty meat dish. Drink: 2014-2018. 311480 14% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 98/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Chain of Ponds The Ledge Shiraz 2008, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia: Sweetly ripe black and purple plum notes with some fleshy blackberries mixing in. Full-bodied and smooth. This finishes dry and satisfying. What an amazing wine this would be with meat lovers' pizza or prime rib. Drink: 2013-2017. 59899 14.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 94/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Coonawarra Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Coonawarra, South Australia,, Australia: Luscious and rich with cassis, fleshy blackberry and blackcurrant. Absolutely classic with a long finish. Tremendous quality for the price. Drink: 2012-2016. 84996 14% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 94/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Peter Lehmann Wines Futures Shiraz Muscadelle 2009, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Vibrant and expressive with lively aromas of fleshy ripe black plum, blackberries and garrigue. There's a long finish with is superb and dry. The layers in this wine will satisfy diehard shiraz fans. Pair with hamburgers, steak or lamb. Drink: 2013-2017. 301309 14.50% D 750 mL  $27.00 Score: 94/100. January 5, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Mitolo Serpico Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: The Platonic ideal of cassis fleshed out by blackberry and dark spices. Full-bodied, smooth and balanced. Drink: 2012-2016. 659599 14.50% D 750 mL  $57.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Yalumba The Strapper Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia: This is an incredible wine for the price! Full-bodied, lusciously rich and deep with a terrific long finish. Aromas of fleshy dark fruit, a hint of pepper and savoury goodness. Mouth-watering and delicious. terrific with grilled pork chops, beef or lamb with rosemary. Drink: 2012-2020. 295873 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. February 2, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Quartage Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This full-bodied wonder is a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon and 44% Shiraz grapes. It packs a lot of black fruit flavour along with attractive dark spices, pepper and anise. It's concentrated, rich and deep with a long, satisfying finish. Bring it on with a prime rib dish. Drink: 2013-2017. 296582 14.70% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. August 16, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Turkey Flat Butcher's Block Shiraz Grenache Mourvèdre 2009, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This is a blend of 55% Shiraz, 28% Grenache and 17% Mourvedre grapes. A super smooth texture yields layers of black cherry, cranberry, black raspberry and plum. Some enticing notes of hickory smoke and cedar box in the background. 90241 14% D 750 mL  $21.25 Score: 93/100. January 21, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

De Bortoli Wines - Yarra Valley Noble One Botrytis Semillon 2008, New South Wales, Australia: This dessert wine rules! Want visions of sugarplums in your head this holiday... Bring it, with this wine! A lusciously layered dessert wine with rich aromas and flavours of honeyed apricot and peach preserves. Triple yum! Drink: 2010-2017. 917252 10% S 375 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Red Hill Estate Chardonnay 2009, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia: Holy smokes! Vibrant and mouth-watering, loaded with lime acidity that cuts like a silver knife through the butter richness. You truly can have it all in one glass ... Right here. Drink: 2012-2017. 280248 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 95/100. July 21, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Grant Burge Wines Barossa Vines Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot 2005, Barossa, Australia: A lovely, robust and well balanced red with notes of blackberries, plums, liquorice and cassis. 619379 14% XD 750 mL  $16.05 Score: 90/100. December 4, 2007 Favorite Red Wine. Full Review

St. Hallett Blackwell Shiraz 2006, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Winner of a Gold Medal at the Royal Perth Wine Show in 2008. I’ve long loved this wine, packed with generous notes of fleshy blackberries and black raspberries. Some pepper and spice give it a lick and kick. Gorgeous! 535104 14.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. October 10, 2009 Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Shiraz 2008, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Lovely length, depth and savoury goodness. Beautiful extraction of dark fleshy plum flavour yet there’s incredible balance. Made by a confident, deft hand. Drink: 2011-2015. 433060 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 94/100. June 25, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Lenz Moser Prestige Trockenbeerenauslese 2008, Prädikatswein, Burgenland, Austria: Sublime! Gorgeous dessert wine that’s complex and endless. Apricot and peach with that distinctive note that botrytis adds. Drink: 2011-2022. 729657 11% S 375 mL  $20.95 Score: 96/100. November 12, 2011 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Full Review

Domaine Pinnacle Ice Cider 2010, Frelighsburg, Quebec, Canada: Lovely! Apple pie in a glass, yet there's also complexity and nuance. Different essences of apple types emerge on the nose and on the palate from yellow to red to golden. Superb craftsmanship. Drink: 2010-2014. 94094 12% S 375 mL  $25.00 Score: 93/100. January 3, 2013 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Domaine Pinnacle Sparkling Ice Cider 2009, Frelighsburg, Quebec, Canada: Spectacular! Apple pie with a racy edge from lovely light effervescence and balancing acidity. Perfect as dessert on its own or with cheeses, nuts or biscotti. Drink: 2013-2018. 12% S 375 mL  $29.00 Score: 93/100. January 3, 2013 Full Review

Domaine Pinnacle Signature Réserve Spéciale Cider 2009, Frelighsburg, Quebec, Canada: Richer and more viscous than the regular cider: this fill every crevice of your mouth and senses with apple essence. Layers of apple goodness unfold on the palate with some cinnamon and baking spices on the finish. Wow. Drink: 2010-2015. 11% S 200 mL  $38.25 Score: 94/100. January 3, 2013 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Domaine Pinnacle Réserve 1859 Cider Aperitif, Frelighsburg, Quebec, Canada: This sinfully great hard cider from Quebec would be a perfect match for Canadian blue cheese! It offers a rich apple essence with aromas of apple preserves and pie, but the added kick and depth of apple brandy in the blend. Yet it's only 17% alcohol, lower than a port, the traditional pairing for blue cheese like stilton. I'd pair this with the Quebec-based Castello Gorgonzola, an historic blue-veined cheese named for the Italian town Gorgonzola in Italy where the cheese was first made in the ninth century. This cow's milk cheese was aged in caves, which is how the blue veins of mold developed from the cave's spores. The brandy gives this cider high tone and so welcome warmth on the upper palate near the finish. Liquid gorgeous. Drink: 2012-2020. 16% S 500 mL  $41.00 Score: 95/100. January 3, 2013 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Syrah 2009, V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: Beautifully balanced, rich and mouth-watering with luscious aromas and flavours of black fruit and some mocha from oak aging on the long finish. Classic! Drink: 2012-2017. 73072 14.50% XD 750 mL  $40.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Jackson-Triggs Delaine Syrah 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Stunning and intriguing nose of dark spices and pepper with exotic black fruit. Rich, full-bodied and quite unlike anything I've tried from Canada. Some ghostly reminisces of Rhone in there but purely Ontario at the same time. Drink: 2012-2018. 86553 12.50% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Stratus Cabernet Icewine 2008, Ontario, Canada: Superb! Strawberry rhubarb aromas with a gorgeous depth and complexity. This wine is a blend of cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon and syrah. Lovely long finish. What a treat! Drink: 2010-2018. 56689 13% S 375 mL Score: 96/100. January 3, 2012 Full Review

Strewn Winery Two Vines Riesling Gewürztraminer 2012, Niagara, Ontario, V.Q.A. , Canada Drink: 2014-2016. 467662 12% M 750 mL  $13.95. July 13, 2008 Full Review

Reif Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2008, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada  565713 12.90%  750 mL  $13.95. July 22, 2008 Full Review

Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin 2004, V.Q.A. Okanagan Valley, Canada: Classic Bordeaux style with a distinctly Canadian interpretation. Notes of cassis, blackberry, smoke, oak and finesse. Buy a case! 626325 13.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2008 Favorite Red Wine (Tied). Full Review

Gray Monk Estate Winery Gewürztraminer 2011, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada: Classic gewurz with aromas of lychee, rose petal and baking spices. Full-bodied and delicious. Perfect for Asian dishes, curries and spicy dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 321588 12.60% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. January 19, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Vineland Estates Winery Reserve Chardonnay 2009, VQA, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: As in previous vintages, this is a gorgeous chardonnay: rich and full-bodied with great elegance and length. Lots of lovely ripe peach and pear notes with a lift of green apple on the finish. Toasty almond wraps around this wonder. Drink: 2012-2017. 779327120035 13% D 750 mL  $35.00 Score: 93/100. January 3, 2013 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Burrowing Owl Estate Winery Merlot 2009, V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: Savoury and delicious with full-bodied goodness. There's almost a meaty note mid-palate: intriguing and satisfying, especially when you're enjoying pork tenderloin or prime rib. Aromas of dark plum and blackberry with some smoke on a long finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 351675 14% XD 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 91/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Mission Hill Family Estate Quatrain 2009, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, V.Q.A., Canada: Spectacularly rich, complex and deep. This towering red offers aromas of dark red fruit, smoke, dried herbs and cigar box. It's a multi-layered wine that will cellar very well. Truly one of Canada's flagship wines. Drink: 2013-2020. 218636 14% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 95/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Megalomaniac Wines Coldhearted John Howard Cellars Of Distinction Riesling Icewine 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Lovely! Lemon meringue and honeysuckle on this gorgeous dessert wine. Yet it's light and gliding over the palate. Try it with angela food cake. Drink: 2013-2020. 243519 7.90% S 200 mL  $29.95 Score: 94/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Closson Chase Vineyard Chardonnay 2011, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lemon zesty with smoky, buttery oak in balance. Full-bodied and generous. A sublimely concentrated and voluptuous white wine: This is clearly one of Canada's benchmark Chardonnays. The nose offers enticing aromas of baked apples, hazenut, toasted almond, green apple and Asian pear. Layer after layer unfurls on the palate. Dive in and don't look back! Drink: 2013-2018. 148866 12.80% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. January 14, 2011 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Unfiltered Pinot Noir 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Vibrant tart cherries on the nose with lively acidity on the palate for a wide range of dishes from planked salmon to roast chicken. One of the best pinots in Ontario. Beautiful silk texture and medium body. Layered and complex, with dark spices on the finish with some pleasant sour cherry. Cellar it for 3-4 years, or enjoy it tonight. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2017. 208702 11.40% XD 750 mL  $39.00 Score: 93/100. July 16, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Tawse Winery Inc. Quarry Road Riesling 2012, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada: This organic and biodynamic wine is superb! The vines were grown on a limestone base and the wine shows an incredible mineral depth. Joyous aromas of lime and white peach leap from the glass. Mouth-watering and endlessly delicious. There's a steely heart to this wine that belies the stony character of the soils where the vines grow. and mineral riesling of outstanding character. Lime zest on the finish. Terrific! Drink: 2013-2017. 198853 10.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. December 31, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Stratus Gewurztraminer 2011, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Classic and lovely! Lychee, rose petal, spice without being too much. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering. Perfect for Asian and curries. Bring it! Drink: 2013-2017. 251447 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Chardonnay 2012, Okanagan Valley, Bc V.Q.A., Canada: A full-bodied and generous Chardonnay with layers of ripe peach and green apple flavour. Some attractive toasted almond on the finish of this BC classic white wine. The finish is scented with melon and vanilla smoke. Lovely! Drink: 2013-2018. 377770 14% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. November 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars Pinot Noir 2012, Okanagan Valley, BC VQA, Canada: I have a confession to make: I didn't just taste this wine, I tortured it. After an initial knock-your-socks off impression, I thought: hmm, too easy. Let's leave it overnight opened and uncorked. (Do not try this at home.) Tasted it the next day, and there it was again: beautiful silk cherry aromas and flavours, mouth-filling texture, subtlety and ever-changing expressions. Did that satisfy me? No, of course not. One more night open though with cork in. Day three: I admit defeat. What a wine. Drink: 2020-2021. 329466 13.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 94/100. February 26, 2014 Full Review

Featherstone Red Tail Merlot 2011, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A juicy, luscious, full-bodied red with generous aromas and flavours of fleshy black plum and field blackberries. Balanced and supple and smooth. This wine has legs: it goes on and on. Drink: 2013-2016. 131540 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 29, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Nativa Single Vineyard Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Maipo Valley, Chile: This classic Cabernet Sauvignon offers alluring aromas mint, cassis, blackberry and just enough toasty oak. A full-bodied red wine with great structure and balance that was matured in 100% new oak. A terrific and vibrant expression of Maipo Alto terroir. This wine is made form organically grown grapes. Minty-medicinal notes on the nose followed by fleshy blackberry and cassis. Big and rich. Try it with gourmet hamburgers tonight. Drink: 2013-2016. 975359 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. January 18, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Santa Alicia Gran Reserva De Los Andes Carmenère 2009, Maipo Valley, Chile: Minty black plums on the nose that opens to a fleshy seductive richness on the tongue. Full-bodied and supple. I like that the fruit doesn't taste sweet but more savoury. Great food wine, and all-round lovely wine for the money. Drink: 2013-2016. 93831 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Domaine Grand Veneur Les Champauvins Alain Jaume & Fils 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: A terrific price for this robust, savoury blend of Grenache (70%), Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes sourced from one vineyard. Enticing aromas of cedar brush, wild black raspberry, anise and blackberry. Smooth with a pleasantly bitter and refreshing finish. Deep and intense. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 76331 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Albert Bichot Clos Prieur Gevrey-Chambertin Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Satin seduction in a glass! Sexy fleshy ripe cherries, smooth texture with a medium to almost full body. The nose is so seductive and the palate follows through: no bait and switch here folks. Complex and layered with a long finish. Drink: 2013-2018. 299941 13% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 94/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Tour De L'isle Patrick Jaume 2010, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Black cherry liqueur richness and depth with smoke, dried herbs and great complexity. Layers of pleasure here. Smooth texture yet massive and towering structure. Decant 2 hours. Will cellar well. Drink: 2013-2020. 309849 15% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 95/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Clos Du Roi Marsannay Louis Jadot, Domaine Gagey Pinot Noir 2009, A.C., Burgundy, France: Spectacular, especially for this price! Gorgeous layers of fleshy satin cherries, a hint of earth and wild forest violets. Liquid lingerie for seduction. Perfect for Christmas dinner. Drink: 2012-2018. 124826 13.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 94/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Sauternes Lur Saluces Château De Fargues Meritage 2005, Bordeaux, France: Gorgeous elixir of apricot preserves yet saved from being cloying by a lovely seam of acidity. Aromas of fresh, fleshy quince rolled gently in brown sugar: what a delightful dessert wine that seems to get better every year! Gorgeously seductive aromas and flavour of honey, pear preserves, quince jelly and apricot blossom. Luscious, rich and round with a mouth-filling texture and a hedonistic length that keeps on giving. Beautiful cinnamon sprinkled apple pie cooling on a country cottage window on the finish. There's a long, lingering lemon meringue finish. Lovely! Drink: 2013-2020. 235267 13.50% S 750 mL  $132.00 Score: 98/100. September 12, 2013 Full Review

La Fleur De Bouard Le Plus De Blend - Meritage 2003, Lalande-De Pomerol, Bordeaux, France  590950 12.50% XD 750 mL  $199.00. February 2, 2013 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 De Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem M. Chapoutier 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages Latour De France, Midi, France: Rich, velvet fleshy black raspberries loll over your tongue and release their juicy flavour as you move the wine around in your mouth. Full-bodied and pleasurable. Close your eyes. I can't resist a good Latin name either. Makes a perfect gift for an English teacher. A finish as long as War & Peace with dark spice and plot twists. Drink: 2012-2018. 643239 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 95/100. July 20, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaine Zind-Humbrecht Calcaire Gewürztraminer 2009, Ac Alsace, France: A spice cloud of pleasure on the nose featuring nutmeg, cinnamon, rose, lychee and white daisies. Unctuous and mouth-filling on the palate: a wine to fill and please every crevice. A tangerine, spice dusted extra long finish. Superb with Asian and curries. Drink: 2013-2019. 320481 13.50% S 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 95/100. May 25, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Château La Vieille Cure Meritage 2009, A.C., Fronsac, Bordeaux, France: A luscious fruit aromas and flavours, smoke, tar and wild truffles. Merlot leads in this supple, complex wine. This one will age just as well as the spectacular 2005 vintage. Great price for finesse. Drink: 2014-2020. 191452 13% XD 750 mL  $36.85 Score: 94/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Château La Tour Carnet Meritage 2009, A.C., Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France: Dark, brooding and robust with bold aromas and flavours of black plum, smoke and tar. Deeply concentrated and complex with layers of flavour. Some toast, dried herbs and cigar box on the finish. Give this one cellar time for maximum pleasure and decant 2 hours. Drink: 2014-2019. 220178 13% XD 750 mL  $51.85 Score: 94/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Château Du Trignon Le Bossu 2007, A.C., Gigondas, Rhône, France: Gorgeous, and spectacularly well-priced for this region and style! Robust and concentrated with a river of black cherry liqueur pleasure running through the heart of this bold wine. Good balance and structure so this one will age very well in the cellar. Some dried herbs and figs on the finish wrapped in smoke. Dry and satisfying. Pair with hearty meat dishes and meaty heart-to-heart conversations. Drink: 2014-2020. 309328 14.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 94/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Le Ferme Du Mont Vendange 2010, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Spectacular! Savoury meaty notes and graphite on the nose bloom into fleshy black plums and happiness. Full-bodied and supple yet this one will go the distance in the cellar. The concentration is rich and deep and the finish is long and satisfying. Pair with filet mignon and rosemary lamb. Drink: 2014-2020. 25895 14.50% XD 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 96/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Domaine De Saint Siffrein Syrah Blend 2007, A.C.,Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Pure black cherry liqueur: dark, concentrated, supple and rich. A river of flavour flows over your mouth as you (somewhat wobbling) hold out your glass for a top up. It’s strong stuff but terrific. Drink: 2010-2022. 169771 14.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 95/100. June 12, 2010 Favourite Red Wine. Full Review

Château Saint-André Corbin Vign. Jean-Bernard Saby & Fils Merlot 2008, A.C., St-Georges-St-Émilion, Bordeaux, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Winner of a Gold Medal at the 2010 Concours Général Agricole in Paris. This elegant Merlot-based wine features aromas and flavours of black cherry, mint, anise and menthol. Dry, with lots of fruit up front, in synch with balanced acidity and ripe tannins. Age it for up to 10 years. My note: Mocha-toasty oak on the nose with black fruit and smoke. Very New World style of a merlot-cabernet blend. Full-bodied and smooth. Terrific for dinner parties. Drink: 2011-2016. 43810 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 16, 2011 Full Review

Turckheim Hengst Grand Cru Gewurztraminer 2007, A.C., Alsace, France: Spectacular! Classic Gewürz: rose petal, lychee and spices with a profusion of white flowers on the finish. Great acidity Drink: 2012-2019. 259705 13.50% M 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 95/100. March 3, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Château de Beaucastel Vign. Pierre Perrin 2010, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Beautifully made with superb craftsmanship! Full-bodied, concentrated and complex with layers of rich black fruit flavour and smoke. Great cellar potential but why wait? Drink: 2012-2020. 968750 14.50% XD 375 mL  $46.95 Score: 95/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Charles Wantz Excellence Gewurztraminer 2010, A.C., Alsace, France: Classic gewurz! Lychee, rose petal and baking spices. Absolutely for spicy dishes, curries and cream dishes. Drink: 2012-2018. 298539 13% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Domaine Vincent Prunier Volnay Les Mitans 1Er Cru Pinot Noir 2010, Burgundy A.C., France: Some kind of gorgeous! This is very rich and layered, almost full-bodied, for Old World Pinot Noir, especially from Burgundy. We have generous mocha aromas from the oak aging, but it doesn't overwhelm as the supporting fleshy notes of dark cherry balance it. This red wine has a long life ahead of it, but really, why wait? Drink: 2014-2022. 356949 13.50% XD 750 mL  $57.95 Score: 93/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Domaine Masson-Blondelet Pouilly Fumé 2012, Loire A.C., France: This zesty, zippy Old World Sauvignon Blanc is more lemon-citrus rather than grassy herbal. Very clean and crisp: perfect warm summer day wine. Love the finish that keeps the sun shining in your mouth. Drink: 2013-2016. 367029 13% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Patrick Lesec Suzon Beaumes-De-Venise Les Grandes Serres 2011, Côtes Du Rhône Villages A.C., France: Love this black pepper wonder! Dark fruit, dark spices and lots of personality. Layered and expressive: even though it's full-bodied, it's lively, not heavy. The 2011 is an unjustly overlooked vintage for Cotes du Rhone-Villages Beaumes de Venise Suzon. Terrific value. Drink: 2014-2020. 357053 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Bachelder La Petite Charmotte Nuits-Saint-Georges Pinot Noir 2010, Burgundy A.C., France: Thomas Bachelder, former winemaker at Le Clos Jordanne, is gaining an international reputation for his voluptuous style of pinot noirs that display Old World finesse and New World energy, like this one. Aromas of field berries and wild flowers. So pretty, smooth and luscious! Drink: 2014-2019. 357228 13% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Le Ferme Du Mont Vendange 2011, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhone, France: Spectacular! Savoury meaty notes and graphite on the nose bloom into fleshy black plums and happiness. Full-bodied and supple yet this one will go the distance in the cellar. The concentration is rich and deep and the finish is long and satisfying. Superb craftsmanship. Drink: 2014-2020. 25895 14.50% XD 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 96/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Vign. Diffonty Cuvée Du Vatican Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Reserve Sixtine 2010, Rhône, France: A blockbuster, big wine with cherry liqueur notes wrapped in smoke. This is classic Rhone red in all it's mouth-filling glory. This wine has immense cellaring potential, though you can also try it now. Decant for 2 hours for maximum pleasure and try it with prime rib. Yum! Drink: 2014-2022. 740639 14% D 750 mL  $52.00 Score: 95/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Trimbach Réserve Riesling 2010, Alsace A.C., France: Extremely juicy and mouth-watering, this Riesling has a bold lemon edge that demands seafood or salad. There's also incredible mineral depth and flinty, wet stone after spring rain in its soul. Not a trace of oak. Very refreshing and zippy and extremely food-friendly. Terrific refreshment. Drink: 2013-2019. 995316 13.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 93/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Marchand-Tawse Meursault Pascal Marchand Chardonnay 2011, Burgundy A.C., France: Absolutely sublime! Toasted almond and hazelnut, green apple brightness, layered complexity. This Old World Chardonnay hits you with all its charm and grace, and you wonder where the first glass went. Full-bodied but elegantly balanced. Want to taste "finesse"? Start here. Very versatile: pairs well with both confessions and unapologetic celebrations. Drink: 2014-2024. 285866 13% XD 750 mL  $66.95 Score: 96/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Pierre Amadieu Domaine Grand Romane Cuvée Prestige Gigondas Vieilles Vignes 2011, Rhône, France: A full-bodied red wine blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah grapes from 50-year-old vines. This is almost as big as an Amarone. You could give it some cellar time, but my motto: why wait? Black raspberry on a long finish. Yes please! Drink: 2014-2020. 968693 12% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese 2011, Prädikatswein, Mosel, Germany: Decisive sweetness is balanced by terrific mouth-watering acidity. Fleshy ripe peach and pear. Oh Yum! Drink: 2012-2018. 727370 8% M 750 mL  $25.75 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Brunello Di Montalcino 2006, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Leather and violets and seduction. Full-bodied but subtle with an endless finish. Juicy and giving and complex. One of the best brunellos I've tasted in a long time. Drink: 2012-2020. 660746 14.50% XD 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 96/100. October 13, 2012 Full Review

Fattoria Di Monsanto Riserva Chianti Classico 2008, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Stunningly tasty with a wonderfully balanced medium- to full-bodied weight. Attractive aromas of violets, black cherries, dark spices and cigar box. Elegant and refined, yet expressive too. A terrific chianti to try if you're not familiar with this style of wine. Drink: 2013-2020. 719864 14% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. January 5, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Guerrieri Rizzardi Villa Rizzardi Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2007, D.O.P., Veneto, Italy: There's a freshness on the nose even though this is a very full-bodied, dark-fruited red. Gorgeous aromas and flavours of black cherry liqueur, juicy raspberry jam, dark spices and cigar box. The finish is long, satisfying and dry. Drink: 2014-2020. 302836 15% D 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 93/100. January 5, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Due Torri Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Dark, rich and complex with black cherry liqueur concentration of flavour, yet dry. Great for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2019. 724740 15% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated Red 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

Villa Arvedi Bertani Amarone Della Valpolicella 2008, D.O.C., Valpantena, Veneto, Italy: Dark and savoury with complex, deep layers of dark cherry liqueur and dark spices. Fascinating. 568741 15% D 750 mL  $57.95 Score: 92/100. August 4, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Quintarelli Classico Superiore Valpolicella 2002, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Rich black cherry liqueur and dark spices with layers of full-bodied goodness. A long, lasting finish. Drink: 2013-2020. 986117 12.60% D 750 mL  $79.95 Score: 95/100. March 17, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Remo Farino Monte Fante Riserva Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2004, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Oh my, welcome to wine heaven! Full-bodied, rich, inviting and embracing. Lovely aromas of fleshy black cherries and blackberries. I am carried away on a river of pleasure. There is a whack-a-mole alcohol level on this wine so beware, you’re not driving after this one. Riserva Amarone sees 4+ years’ ageing time. Drink: 2008-2018. 63636 14.50% D 750 mL  $62.95 Score: 96/100. June 11, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Remo Farino Montefante Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2003, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Terrific Amarone! Black cherry liqueur with that alluring bitter Italianate aromas that makes the cuisine and drink of this culture fascinating. Full-bodied, supple yet not heavy or alcoholic at all, even though the actually alcohol level is a whopping 15%. Bring it on! Drink: 2010-2020. 63636 14.50% D 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. May 29, 2010 Favourite Red Wine. Full Review

Lamole di Lamole Chianti Classico Riserva 2007, D.O.C.G., Vigneto di Campolungo, Italy: Luxurious dark fruit wrap around a pleasingly juicy, mouth-watering core. Full-bodied and smooth. The wine walks a lovely red line between nervy energy and voluptuous richness. You can skip that trip to Tuscany this year: just close your eyes and sip this wine. Drink: 2011-2016. 231241 14% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 94/100. June 25, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Caparzo Winery Brunello Di Montalcino 2005, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Subtle with a gorgeous spreading across your mouth like a Tuscan sunset. It fills every crevice with pleasure. Stay with me. Exotic aromas of leather, violets and dried cherry. Mouth-watering yet ultra-elegant. Love it. My birthday is coming up. Drink: 2011-2017. 579094 13.50% XD 750 mL  $55.95 Score: 94/100. October 1, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2007, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Smoky, dark and stately like Mr. Rochester… just as brooding too. Underneath a sensual layer of black fleshy ripe fruit and dark spices. Oh yes! Drink: 2011-2019. 356220 15% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 93/100. October 29, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Antiche Terre Venete Amarone Della Valpolicella 2007, D.O.C.G., Veneto, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: It’s up to you whether you want to add this rich, ripe, balanced, chocolate-accented wine to your cellar. Either will work, because the structure is there for 4-6+ years of cellaring, but it’s also completely approachable now. So, you decide. Whatever route you take in this delicious dilemma, you won’t be disappointed. My note: Lovely rich, flavour-packed! Gorgeous depth and length. Aromas of black cherry, dried herbs, violets and the good life. Lie back and let it flood your senses. Drink: 2010-2015. 177733 14.90% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 93/100. September 4, 2010 Favourite Red Wine. Full Review

Bottega Vinai Amarone Della Valpolicella 2006, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: The Bottega family has been in the wine business since the 1920s, and their expertise shows. This Amarone greets you with a chicory/coffee nose, then reveals flavours of raisins, plums, and spiced cherry, with hints of tobacco and leather. The flavours replay nicely on the palate, with lovely purity, up to its smooth, dry finish. My note: Beautifully sculpted and flavoured. It sure doesn’t taste as alcoholic as it is. Full-bodied is probably an understatement. This wine has amazing and endless flavours of black cherry liqueur blackberry preserves, smoke and spice. Drink: 2010-2025. 181537 16% XD 750 mL  $47.00 Score: 95/100. October 30, 2010 Favourite Red Wine Tied. Full Review

Farina Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2005, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Gorgeous depths of black fruit and a savoury, meaty core. Full-bodied and smooth with some dark spices and clove on the finish. Drink: 2010-2015. 995910 14.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 89/100. November 13, 2010 Full Review

Michele Castellani Cinque Stelle Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2005, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: A river a satin-smooth black cherry liqueur wraps around your head and then your body. One of the most sensual wines I’ve tasted in a long time. Full-bodied and smooth with layers of hedonistic happiness. It’s high in alcohol, but why don’t you worry about that tomorrow morning? Drink: 2010-2015. 75127 15.50% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 97/100. November 27, 2010 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Tenuta Sant'Antonio Selezione Antonio Castagnedi Amarone Della Valpolicella 2006, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Crafted from 70% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, and 5% apiece of the lesser-known Croatina and Oseleta varieties. This big, chunky Amarone combines dried red fruit notions with plenty of rich licorice, black pepper and dark chocolate. My note: Soooo tasty! Wow: full-bodied, juicy with ripe blackberries, plums and blackcurrant and a lovely underlay of mocha. Long and rich and satisfying. Leave me with the bottle, will you? Drink: 2011-2020. 435222 15.50% D 750 mL  $50.75 Score: 93/100. December 11, 2010 Favourite Red Wine Tied. Full Review

Monte Antico Empson & Co. Sangiovese Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2004, I.G.T., Tuscany, Italy: Flowing with flavors of mocha, peppered berries, plum, and violets. Fine, polished tannins with a lovely long finish. Incredible value for the money. 69377 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. October 24, 2009 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2005, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A dark river of flavor with aromas of black cherry, raspberry, anise, espresso, dark spices and smoke. Seriously full-bodied and rich. Wonderful! 413179 16% D 750 mL  $52.95 Score: 92/100. October 24, 2009 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Valapantena Torre Del Falasco Amarone 2005, D.O.C. Della Valpolocella, Italy: A stunning wine of great depth and breath of flavor. Aromas of mocha, cherry and cedar. 922161 15.70% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 94/100. August 2, 2008 Favorite Red Wine. Full Review

Bertani Valpantena Amarone Della Valpolicella 2004, Valpantena, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Gorgeous red with a punch! Loaded with black currants and berries. Drink: 2008-2016. 568741 15% D 750 mL  $57.95 Score: 93/100. October 25, 2008 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2004, Veneto D.O.C. , Italy: A balanced, full-bodied, juicy red that doesn't taste as alcoholic as it is. Gorgeous dark red plums and berries. Drink: 2008-2012. 413179 16% D 750 mL  $52.95 Score: 94/100. October 25, 2008 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Masi Mazzano Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2003, D.O.C., Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Production for this single-vineyard Amarone is very limited. From the very warm and dry 2003 vintage, this wine was aged for three years in oak and a further six months in bottle. Its bouquet of cinnamon, violets, plums, candied fruit and spices resounds splendidly on the lush, full-bodied palate and lingers on the long finish. My note: Another strong showing for Masi Amarone. Massive aromas of black cherry, black plums, spices, smoke and cedar. Full-bodied, rich and deep with a long finish Drink: 2008-2023. 545129 15.50% D 750 mL  $102.95 Score: 94/100. December 6, 2008 Full Review

Le Arche Della Valpolicella Amarone 2005, D.O.C., Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: There’s a nice intensity to the nose, displaying floral notes, Christmas cake, dried fruit, red plum, candied cherry, leather and sweet spice aromas. It’s dry, medium full-bodied with a soft and lush mouthfeel. The aromas replay beautifully on the palate and are balanced by medium acidity and refined tannins. Very tasty, this is a wine to contemplate as it lingers on the finish. My note: Kirsch liqueur on the nose with gorgeous depths of black fruit, cappuccino, dried herbs and violets. A powerhouse wine with a blockbuster length. 95836 15% D 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 93/100. January 10, 2009 Full Review

Bolla Della Valpolicella Classico Le Origini Amarone 2004, D.O.C. Veneto, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: ‘Le Origini’ Amarone is from almost fully dried grapes. Fermentation takes place for 15-20 days in 500- liter tonneaux (casks). Twice a day the cap is punched down into the liquid. Later, the skins are pressed to extract even more color and flavor concentration. The wine is aged for 27 months in the same cask used for fermenting, then bottled and held for at least a year before release. The resulting wine is very intense and rich with wonderful aromas of dried fruit, chocolate and vanilla bean. My note: Terrific extraction and fruit purity here. Aromas of blackberry, blueberry paste, crème de cassis, ground black pepper, mocha and cigar box. Good grip from the tannins and a terrific finish. 651547 16% D 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 94/100. January 31, 2009 Full Review

Remo Farino Monte Fante Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 1998, D.O.C. Veneto, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: This exceptional single-vineyard Amarone riserva displays all the strengths of Remo Farina’s regular bottling, but taken to an even more elevated level. The fruit is hand-selected to ensure supreme quality in the finished wine. You can expect the resulting product to be rich and round, with a complex blend of earthy cherry, ginger and stewed-fruit flavors and aromas. My note: Big, black and brooding with dark cherry liqueur and fleshy black raspberries. Full-bodied and incredibly plush and smooth. A finish that will fly you to Italy. Drink: 2008-2020. 101634 13.50% XD 750 mL  $77.95 Score: 92/100. March 14, 2009 Full Review

Terre Di Verona Cantina Valpantena Amarone Della Valpolicella 2006, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Gorgeously rich, concentrated and extracted with a river of cherry liqueur running through it. Beautiful expression of life’s pleasures. Full-bodied beauty that will age well. Drink: 2009-2023. 117291 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. August 1, 2009 Favorite Red Wine. Full Review

Casa Vinicola Gerardo Cesari Due Torri Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2003, D.O.C., Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: This wine is produced from a blend of corvina, rondinella and molinara that has been dessicated on specially ventilated drying racks. The result is a full-bodied red with generous, plummy, dried fruit and chocolate notes. My note: A gorgeous, full-bodied to the max wine. Notes of deep black cherry liqueur. 724740 15% D 750 mL  $34.65 Score: 94/100. January 19, 2008 Full Review

Zenato Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2003, DOC, Italy: A long-time favorite of mine. Rich, smooth and full-bodied. Aromas of cherries, dried herbs and leather. 413179 16% XD 750 mL  $48.95 Score: 93/100. June 9, 2007 Favorite Red Wine (Tied). Full Review

Masi Mazzano Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2001, DOC, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Production for this wine is very limited and it is made only in the finest vintages. Aged for three years in oak and a further six months in bottle, this Amarone presents a bouquet of violets, vanilla, plums, candied fruit and cocoa which resound splendidly on the full-bodied palate and linger on the long finish. My note: Great depth with black cherries and black raspberries. 545129 15.50% D 750 mL  $99.95 Score: 94/100. December 8, 2007 Full Review

Monte Zovo Amarone Della Valpolicella Riserva 2000, DOC, Italy: Warm notes of black plums, coffee, and mocha. 651554 15.50% D 750 mL  $48.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2007 Full Review

Tenuta Di Ghizzano Veneroso 2009, I.G.T., Tuscany, Italy: Love it! Classic and structured and intriguing. Black fruit and smoky mystery on the nose. The palate floods the senses with black plums, anise and dark spices. Considerable structure, complexity and concentration. This will do well in the cellar, but it'll be difficult to wait. The wine is a blend is 70% Sangiovese and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Drink: 2014-2022. 103218 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 96/100. March 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Brigaldara Case Vecie Amarone Della Valpolicella 2007, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: A towering, huge wine of great depth. Black brooding fruit, dried herbs, violets and intrigue. Pure concentration and intensity yet great balance and a long finish. Very complex. Great with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2020. 247502 15% XD 750 mL  $58.95 Score: 94/100. March 30, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

San Giorgio Ugolforte Brunello Di Montalcino 2006, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Lovely and expressive with violets, dark berries and smoke on the nose. More finesse less muscle here yet it's complex and concentrated. Lovely for dinner parties as it will appeal to many palates. Drink: 2013-2019. 212431 14.10% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 93/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Casa Vinicola Gerardo Cesari Due Torri Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Dark, rich and complex with black cherry liqueur concentration of flavour, yet it's dry. Great for hearty meat dishes. Terrific persistence of flavours on the finish with some mocha, raisin and espresso notes. Enjoy tonight. Drink: 2012-2019. 724740 15% D 750 mL  $38.95 Score: 93/100. June 8, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese 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

Aldegheri Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2006, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Dark spices and blackberry liqueur with a river of concentrated dark fruit flavour through its core. Ultra full-bodied and rich. Great long finish. Drink: 2014-2020. 987305 15.90% D 750 mL  $51.95 Score: 92/100. August 31, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift 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

Aurelio Settimo Rocche Barolo 2006, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Classic barolo that needs cellar time (very tannic now). Amazing aromas of leather, violets, tarry oak and wild truffles. Decant 2hours. Lovely! Drink: 2014-2020. 975136 14% XD 750 mL  $52.95 Score: 95/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Masi Campolongo Di Torbe Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2006, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: A cellar keeper or for your drinking pleasure now. More plush and round than Masi's Mazzano in this release, and more hedonistic. Full-bodied, concentrated and deep with a long, smoky finish. Offers aromas of dark fruit and spices. Towering structure and rich depth combine to make this a blockbuster wine. Drink: 2015-2030. 548677 16% XD 750 mL  $121.25 Score: 94/100. November 23, 2013 Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Tommasi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2010, D.O.C.G., Veneto, Italy: This is the magnum size of this wine equivalent to two regular bottles. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated with blackberry liqueur richness. Balanced, complex with a long finish. Superb craftsmanship. Drink: 2013-2024. 297994 15% D 1500 mL  $99.95 Score: 95/100. November 9, 2013 Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Pietranera Centolani Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Gorgeous! Floral (wild violets) with some exotic spice and wild dark fruit. On the palate there's an immense lift so it's not heavy yet this is a richly complex wine. Wow, best brunello in a while. Drink: 2013-2019. 189761 14% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 95/100. December 7, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Villa Girardi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2009, Veneto, Italy: Classic DOC Amarone with gorgeous concentration: black cherry liqueur, smoke and dried herb aromas. Mouth-watering and complex with layers of depth and length. A wine to celebrate life! Drink: 2013-2020. 159913 13.50% D 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 95/100. February 1, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Fattoria Di Piazzano Rio Camerata Riserva Chianti 2006, Tuscany, Italy: Aromas such as cigar smoke, dried herbs, black cherry and dark spices emerge from the glass. This wine is balanced, full-bodied and a wonderful food partner to meat dishes as well as pasto with meat sauces. Try decanting it for 2 hours for maximum drinking pleasure. Drink: 2015-2019. 301929 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Le Arche Amarone Della Valpolicella 2009, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: A gorgeously rich and concentrated amarone, yet not heavy: it's also balanced. Lovely, seductive aromas and flavours of black cherry, fleshy black plum, dark spices and mystery. Pair with a flank steak or a secret love. Drink: 2014-2021. 95836 15% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Caprili Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: A smoky, dried herb nose that's absolutely seductive. This complex and well-structured wine opens with more smoky black fruit on the palate. Layers of richness as well as anise and violets. It's a deeply concentrated wine yet with great elegance and finesse. Excellent dinner party candidate, especially if you're dining with the boss. Drink: 2014-2022. 305888 15% XD 750 mL  $55.00 Score: 95/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Villa Girardi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Classic amarone with gorgeous concentration: black cherry liqueur, smoke and dried herbs. Mouth-watering and complex with layers of depth and length. Wow. Drink: 2013-2020. 159913 13.50% D 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 95/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Rocca Delle Macìe Riserva Chianti Classico 2008, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Full-bodied, balanced, mouth-watering and delicious! So much going on the glass here. Aromas of succulent black fruit, earth, violets and spice. Oh yum. Drink: 2013-2017. 930966 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. December 7, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Storia Antica Valpolicella Ripasso 2010, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Generous oak is well woven with rich black fruit. Savoury, dark and delicious with full-bodied weight and incredible concentration of flavour. Long finish. Great wine. Drink: 2013-2017. 273672 13% D 750 mL  $18.25 Score: 91/100. February 2, 2013 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Tommasi Ca' Florian Riserva Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2007, Veneto, Italy: Huge, towering, powerful and deep red wine with lots of concentration and black fruit, smoke and tar flavour. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2015-2022. 19760 14.50% XD 750 mL  $99.95 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Fontodi Chianti Classico 2010, Tuscany, Italy: Generous and inviting with mouth-watering flavours of ripe blackberries and black raspberries on the nose of this DOCG red wine. Smoke wraps around the black heart of this wine and the finish is as long as a Tuscan sunset. Seductive notes of dark cherries and blackberries on the finish. Made from 100% Sangiovese grapes by the Manetti family. Great value. Drink: 2014-2018. 369446 13.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 91/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

La Pieve Barolo 2009, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: This full-bodied red wine offers enticing aromas of dark fruit, tar, toasty and spice. Barolo wines are rarely priced this affordably, so give this this Piedmont, Nebbiolo-based grape wine a try. The tannins are firm and there will be plenty of fruit here to bring balance. A real gripper but I like it! Big, black with a tarry streak through the middle. Black cherry resistance and some dark spices. Perfect for black magic nights. Drink: 2014-2018. 213132 15% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. January 4, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Campo Casalin I Castei Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2008, Veneto, Italy: Voluptuous rich red with aromas of cherry liqueur and blackcurrant preserves. This is a towering red that will go the distance in your cellar as well as muscle in beside the heartiest of meat dishes on your table. Superb craftsmanship. Drink: 2013-2020. 946558 15.50% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 93/100. January 4, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Villa Girardi Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: A savory, meaty, juicy ripasso: a red wine to chew on with deep satisfaction. Cedar, chewy black cherry layers float happily on full-bodied weight. The Ripasso method takes leftover pomace from making Amarone wine and adds it to a Valpolicella wine to start a second fermentation and in doing so, adds alcohol, body, tannin and flavour to the final wine. Yes please! Drink: 2014-2018. 161844 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico Riserva 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Full-bodied and mouth-watering chianti, with black tart fruit, smoke, dried and earth aromas. This robust red wine is made from Sangiovese and offers mouth-watering juiciness and a satisfying finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 650754 13% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 90/100. March 1, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Morgante Nero D'avola 2011, Sicily I.G.T., Italy: Loaded with purple plum personality, followed on and cushioned by fleshy blackberry happiness. Black, smoky, tarry fruit aromas with full-bodied, generous goodness in this red wine from Sicily made from nero d'Avola, a signature grape for the island. Superb quality for the price point. Try it with pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2013-2017. 40816 14% XD 750 mL  $19.00 Score: 91/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

G. D. Vajra Albe Barolo 2008, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: A mature Barolo with aromas of violets, tar and black cherries. Not fruity, more earthy. Full-bodied red wine with a leather-infused finish. Decant for 1-2 hours as there's still a tannic grip on the palate. Drink: 2014-2019. 179879 14.50% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 91/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Rocca Delle Macìe Tenuta Sant'alfonso Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Love this! Rich, smoky and smothering the senses with fleshy black fruit. Yes please! Velvet black fruit runs up the middle of your palate while mouth-watering juiciness tickles along the sides. Grilled pork chops should be already ordered when you open this wine. Drink: 2014-2020. 942094 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zenato Lugana Riserva Sergio Zenato 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: An exotic and delicious white wine, with mouth-filling texture and some toasty oak. Lemon lanolin richness. Will cellar, but why wait? Try it tonight with seafood. Drink: 2013-2017. 928218 13.50% XD 750 mL  $50.00 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Jermann Pinot Grigio 2012, Venezia Giulia, Friuli I.G.T., Italy: This is one of the best, if not the best, Italian Pinot Grigios I've tasted. Sure, the price reflects that but it's worth seeing how vibrant and full of character Pinot Grigio can be with this benchmark wine. Zesty, refreshing and alive in the glass. Aromas of white peach, lime and white grapefruit. Incredibly refreshing and mouth-watering. Great as an aperitif or with many dishes, from seafood to salad. Great structure and finish. Says winemaker Silvio Jermann: "Wines should move us, prompt our emotions and have a sense of authenticity." Amen. Drink: 2013-2016. 117093 12.50% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Assolati Montecucco Sangiovese 2008, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Blackberry pie aromas yet dry on the palate and mouth-watering. Savoury, juicy and full-bodied. Love it! Brought to us by Loriano Giannetti & Sani Daniela. Drink: 2015-2019. 369405 14.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 93/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Andretta Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From Tenuta Vitanza hails this blockbuster, full-bodied red wine offering up black fruit, tar, smoke, violets and exotic pleasures. Decant 1-2 hours, sit back and enjoy. Drink: 2015-2019. 367367 14.50% XD 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 93/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Gemma Giblin Riserva Barolo 2006, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: A terrific Barolo! Big, tannic grip but gorgeous flavours flow in and around that dry feeling with juicy dried cherries and leather and smoke. Full-bodied with an incredibly long finish on this robust red wine. Dried tobacco leaves and leather on a satisfying ending. Drink: 2014-2019. 185025 14% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 95/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ascheri Barolo 2009, Piedimonte D.O.C.G., Italy: Classic Barolo! Expensive, but worth it. Distinctive aromas of tar, violets, wild tart black fruit and tanned leather. Yes, that's a mouthful, but try it. Ultra-dry and almost contemplative in that you don't want to mash it up with food. Decant 1-2 hours. Drink: 2015-2021. 341107 14.50% XD 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 92/100. March 5, 2014 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand: A refreshing and mouth-watering sauvignon blanc, with clean, crisp flavours of lime and lemongrass. Medium-bodied and delightful. Works as a well-chilled aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2012-2016. 23798 12% XD 750 mL  $30.00 Score: 92/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Villa Maria Estate Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Wow, what a stunner! A profusion of lime and lemongrass mingles with bright nuances of grapefruit and chives. Even though this lovely New Zealand white wine is laser-focused in its crisp cleanness, there's also depth and richness here. Perfect for such a wide range of dishes from fresh seafood to herbed chicken. Lip-smacking delicious! Drink: 2014-2017. 974527 13% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 94/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Kumeu River Wines Maté's Vineyard Chardonnay 2010, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand: Spectacular, full-bodied white wine that has everything! Loving this all the way to the last drop. Mouth-watering yet lusciously rich. Aromas of white pear, Asian pear and freshly baked bread. Toasted almond finish. Perfect. Drink: 2013-2018. 204032 13.50% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 95/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Stoneleigh Latitude Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Gorgeous aromas of lime blossom, gooseberry, pink grapefruit and a delicate hint and finesse of white flowers. Lovely citrus lift throughout: this is not a grassy sauvignon blanc. Lots of elegance and refinement yet also beautifully refreshing. Try it with seafood, salads, spinach quiche and vegetarian dishes. Also a min-blowing aperitif. Drink: 2013-2015. 324228 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 94/100. May 24, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Coopers Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is worth a try, especially if you want to get out of your white wine rut. This rendition for Cooper's Creek has a terrific and refreshing lemon zest finish. Drink: 2012-2014. 957407 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Graham's Port 2007, Portugal: Decadent and delicious! This superb port delivers on every dimension: concentration, depth and length. It's loaded with black plum liqueur, kirsch, blackberry jam aromas and flavours. Supple, full-bodied with a spicy, everlasting finish. 140202 20% S 750 mL  $85.00 Score: 100/100. May 29, 2010 Favourite Dessert Wine. Full Review

José Maria Da Fonseca & Van Zeller Vintage Port 2000, D.O.C., Douro, Portugal: A spectacular port from a classic vintage that's an incredible value at this price. Layers of fleshy black plum and blackberry flood the senses. Full-bodied, textured and layered with a long finish. This port would make a terrific conclusion to any meal. Pair it with chocolate desserts and quiet conversation. Drink: 2014-2020. 339200 19% S 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 96/100. October 26, 2013 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

José Maria Da Fonseca & Van Zeller Vintage Port 2003, Portugal: An excellent port with tremendous depth, concentration and length. Aromas and flavours of fleshy back fruit, dark spice and smoke. Perfect for evenings when a fire is blazing and the comforts of home are around you. Try it with hard cheeses and long, engrossing mystery novels. Drink: 2014-2020. 638924 19% S 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 96/100. October 26, 2013 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Hamilton Russell Vineyards Chardonnay 2011, Hemel-En-Aarde Valley, Hermanus, South Africa: Spectacular! Rich, concentrated and hedonistic. A chardonnay lover's chardonnay. Perfectly balanced between luscious ripe peach and green apple, toasty oak and a nervy seam of acidity for a range of dishes, from roast chicken to seafood. Please bring some the next time you drop by. Drink: 2013-2018. 931006 13% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. July 20, 2013 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Graham Beck Bowed Head Chenin Blanc 2010, W.O., Paarl, Coastal Region, South Africa: Beautiful nose of toasted almond and white peach. Lovely contrasts carry through on a full-bodied palate. Stunning with roast chicken or pasta in cream sauce or lobster in butter. Drink: 2012-2016. 231357 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Cirrus Syrah 2007, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: Opulent and intriguing with rich dark blackberry, black and purple plums that are fleshy ripe. There's a tang and a zing here that keeps it lively. Full-bodied with a velvet texture and mouth-filling capacity for happiness. Drink: 2013-2016. 54338 14.50% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 93/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Meerlust Merlot 2006, Stellenbosch, South Africa: Classic Bordeaux-like structure with voluptuously ripe plums and berries and a hint of a herbal note on the mid-palate. Terrific acidity. Decant for 1-2 hours. A cedary clean finish. Drink: 2010-2014. 14% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 90/100. May 13, 2010 Full Review

Simonsig Chenin Avec Chêne Chenin Blanc 2009, W.O., Stellenbosch, South Africa: You MUST try this! Rock your world with apple blossom, peach forgetfulness and pleasure beyond limits. Full-bodied. Dive into it. Drink: 2012-2016. 282772 14% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 95/100. September 29, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Stark-Condé Three Pines Jonkershoek Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Jonkershoek Valley, South Africa: Love it! Rustic with cedar forest and ripe wild blackberries. Full-bodied, layered and soooo satisfying. Drink: 2012-2016. 288316 14.50% XD 750 mL  $53.00 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Mulderbosch Chenin Blanc 2011, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Chenin Blanc is the great undiscovered, under-valued white wine of South Africa -- and the world. You must try this once. This is a great example with seductive aromas of Asian pear and something I can only describe as black apricot. Oak imparts baked bread and wraps this wine beautifully. Baking spices on the finish of this exotically wonderful wine. Drink: 2014-2017. 675421 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. March 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Finca La Emperatriz Reserva Old Vines 2007, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Love this style of Rioja! Old leather, juicy, almost tart cherry, and lots of layered satisfaction with a contemplatively long finish. Mouth-filling, mouth-watering and subtle with some spice on the finish and cigar box. One for the cellar -- if you can wait. Drink: 2014-2021. 359927 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Barón de Ley Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2001, Rioja, DOC, Spain: This is a remarkable wine -- please save me some as I intend to get a couple of cases. Matures aromas of leather, cigar box, dried herbs and black plums. It's rare to get a mature wine like this on a release, snap it up but not too much. Drink: 2012-2022. 642496 13% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 94/100. December 3, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Bodegas Ateca Old Vines Garnacha 2006, D.O. Calatayud, Spain: This wine is made from Garnacha grapes, with vines that are 80-120 years old. Juicy, full-bodied and delicious: wow! Mouth-wateringly ripe, fleshy blackberries and black raspberries. Smooth, velvet texture. Absolutely yummy. Drink: 2008-2012. 103473 14.60% XD 750 mL  $23.00 Score: 93/100. March 14, 2009 Favorite Red Wine. Full Review

Borsao Tres Picos Garnacha 2010, D.O., Campo De Borja, Spain: Some mocha and dark chocolate on the nose is quickly flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. This winery is located south of Rioja and is comprised of 100% Garnacha grapes. The wine itself was matured in 50/50 stainless steel and French barrels. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2019. 273748 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, complex and savoury with many intriguing aromas and flavours. This is benchmark Californian cabernet in all its glory. Aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and cassis with some dry underbrush and herbs and smoke on the finish. Pair with classic filet mignon, lamb with rosemary or pork tenderloin. Drink: 2014-2018. 708842 14.50% D 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 94/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Acacia Pinot Noir 2011, Carneros, California, United States: Attractive dark cherry and dark spice notes on the nose. The palate is liquid satin with a medium-bodied weight. A long, dry finish brings you back to your glass for more. Pair with roast chicken or turkey as well as with grilled tuna and salmon. Drink: 2012-2016. 235960 14.40% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. January 5, 2013 Full Review

Sanford Chardonnay 2010, Santa Rita Hills, California, United States: Fresh baked bread wafts out of the glass followed by vibrant green apple notes. This is a hedonist's chardonnay. Full-bodied and rich with lots of length. Highly recommended. Pair with roast chicken and a comfy sweater. Drink: 2013-2017. 956003 14.50% D 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 91/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

J. Lohr October Night Chardonnay 2010, Arroyo Seco, Monterey County, California, United States: The grapes were picked in late October to achieve more concentration of flavour. Lovely aromas of melon, butterscotch, toasted almond and green apple. The grape clone they se in this wine is called the musqué clone in Ontario. Highly recommended. Pair with corn dishes, roast chicken and lobster in melted butter. Drink: 2013-2017. 225375 14.90% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 92/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gann Chardonnay 2007, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Loaded with tropical fruit aromas and flavours. Full-bodied, smooth and generous. Lovely chardonnay for those who love layered flavour. Pair with fried chicken. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2016. 311571 14% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Dominus Christian Moueix Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: Rich, dark and complex nose of black fruit, smoke and tar. Intensely concentrated yet supple though decant for 2 hours if you're going to drink soon (better to cellar). Dried tobacco and smoke on the finish, which is long. It's spectacular but I couldn't justify spending this much on it. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 212381 14.50% XD 750 mL  $151.95 Score: 96/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Dutton Estate Dutton Palms Vineyard Chardonnay 2010, Russian River Valley, California, United States: Lovely lemon vibrancy with a rich, mouth-filling texture and weight. Perfect for creamy dishes or those with lots of butter as it has the heft for them yet also the mouth-watering acidity to cut through the richness and cleanse your palate. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2016. 234856 14.20% D 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 93/100. February 2, 2013 Full Review

Eberle Mill Road Vineyard Viognier 2011, Paso Robles, California, United States: Classic viognier! Floral, lychee, rose petal and baking spices. Full-bodied and concentrated. Bring on the curries, spices and Asian dishes please. Drink: 2013-2016. 313478 15.10% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Three Saints Chardonnay 2009, Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara, California, United States: Lovely toasted almonds on the nose wrap around mouth-awakening green apple and white peach notes. Full-bodied but not heavy. Very balanced. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2016. 297531 14.10% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Justin Isosceles Unfiltered 2009, Paso Robles, California, United States: Mocha dark chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging followed by black fruit and smoke. Full-bodied and very supple. Decant 2 hours. Drink it steak. Drink: 2013-2017. 684282 15% XD 750 mL  $117.95 Score: 93/100. March 2, 2013 Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs Zinfandel 2010, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: This wine is a blend of 67% Zinfandel, 23% Petite Sirah, 7% Carignane and 3% Mataro grapes and offers rich, expressive aromas on the nose of black fruit and smoke. Tannic and well-structured, give it time inthe cellar. When you do open it, decant for 2 hours. Gorgeously long finish. Lots of heft and pleasure. Drink with filet mignon. Drink: 2014-2022. 982413 14.80% D 750 mL  $96.00 Score: 94/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs Chardonnay 2011, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Brilliant! Complex and satisfying with full-bodied golden weight and a velvet texture. Generous oak yet it's integrated beautifully with the green apple and peach aromas. A chardonnay lover's chardonnay. Complex with a long finish. Drink: 2014-2020. 119073 14.50% D 750 mL  $77.25 Score: 94/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Robert Mondavi Winery Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Napa Valley, California, United States: What an extraordinary wine! Incredible depths of fleshy black fruit wrapped in judicious toasty oak. Structure, depth and length: this wine has it all. New World concentration and intensity with Old World elegance. Angling for a promotion? Give this wine to your boss. Drink: 2012-2022. 670463 14% XD 750 mL  $149.00 Score: 97/100. March 19, 2011 Favourite Red Wine. Full Review

Chateau St. Jean Pinot Noir 2008, Sonoma County, California, United States: Oh yum! What a luscious, beautiful pinot, packed with fleshy cherry notes. It's satin smooth and feels like liquid lingerie ... seductive. Perfect for dinner parties and romantic dinners when you want the answer to be yes. Drink: 2012-2016. 687970 14.20% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. March 3, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Merlot 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Love it! Juicy and ultra-smooth like liquid velvet. Aromas of luscious black plums and dark berries. Long finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 655399 14.20% D 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 92/100. July 7, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Bachelder Oregon Chardonnay 2010, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Gorgeous depth and concentration yet great finesse. Lovely length on the finish. The work of a master. Drink: 2012-2016. 156686 13% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Frank Family Zinfandel 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: Lovely, succulent and endless savoury! Ripe fleshy berries yet not sweet. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. One of the best zinfandels I've tried. Drink: 2012-2016. 278283 15% D 750 mL  $59.00 Score: 94/100. August 4, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Keenan Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: A complex, savoury, rich, dark, full-bodied cabernet. Most of the grapes are grown on the winery's estate in Napa Valley. It offers wonderful aromas and flavours of blackcurrant, blackberry, cassis, dark spices, anise and dried herbs. Terrific intensity of flavour and length on the finish. Pair with t-bone steak or grilled pork. Drink: 2014-2019. 685685 14.30% D 750 mL  $110.00 Score: 93/100. January 5, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Scott Family Estate Dijon Clone Chardonnay 2011, Arroyo Seco, Monterey County, California, United States: Perfectly balanced, full-bodied, generous chardonnay. Toasted almond, green apple and melon aromas with layers of complexity and a long finish. This is a chardonnay lover's chardonnay. Highly recommended. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2013-2017. 99051 13.50% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 93/100. January 5, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Beringer Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: This complex, subtle and full-bodied cabernet sauvignon has great elegance and a long finish. Dark fruit and smoke notes on this red wine, with lots of layers and great cellar potential. Superb craftsmanship. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2020. 149955 14.60% D 750 mL  $149.95 Score: 96/100. April 16, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Dominus Christian Moueix Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: A rich, dark and complex nose of black fruit, smoke and tar aromas on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Intensely concentrated yet supple red wine. Decant for 2 hours if you're going to drink soon (better to cellar). Dried tobacco and smoke on the finish, which is long. It's spectacular and a flagship red wine for California, and particularly Napa Valley. It's been 10 years since I awarded a perfect score of 100 points out of 100. Drink: 2015-2021. 212381 14.50% XD 750 mL  $151.95 Score: 100/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

La Crema Pinot Noir 2012, Los Carneros, California, United States: Love this silky Pinot Noir! It seems to get better every year. Beautiful cherries and field raspberry notes roll in first, then there’s fresh earth aromas after a spring rain followed by some baking spices and a long finish. This Pinot has been one of my favourites for years. Satin seduction in a glass. Some comforting mocha on the finish. Drink: 2014-2019. 58024 14.50% D 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Justin Isosceles 2010, Paso Robles, California, United States: Mocha dark chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging of this full-bodied red wine, followed by black fruit and smoke. Robust and very supple. Decant 2 hours. Drink it steak. Polished tannins with some coffee and dried herbs on a long finish of this unfiltered wine. This California red wine was aged 2 years in French oak and was not fined or filtered. Drink: 2015-2020. 684282 15% XD 750 mL  $117.95 Score: 93/100. March 1, 2014 Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Gloria Ferrer Carneros Pinot Noir 2010, Carneros, California, United States: Ultra-juicy with a cherries jubilee festival for your mouth! So lively yet balanced. This winery is supreme at classic Champagne and Burgundian grapes, including Pinot Noir but also Chardonnay (and when they blend together in their sparkling wine). Not overly sweet cherry flavours make this so palatable on it's own or with roast chicken and other dishes. Almost full-bodied, smooth, satin and supple. A steal at this price. Drink: 2013-2018. 925925 13.50% D 750 mL  $27.75 Score: 93/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Dry Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Lovely balance with classic cassis and blackberry aromas in this California Cabernet. Plush, mouth-watering and celebratory. Great dinner party wine as it's subtle not in your face. While this wine is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, there's also a dash of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec in the blend. Great balance and finish. Drink: 2014-2018. 642207 14.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. March 1, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

The Hess Collection Allomi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: This full-bodied red wine from Hess Collection Winery offers lovely chewy flavours of mocha, plush plums and berries. So very tasty and happy. Perfect for movie night. Terrific concentration, depth and richness with a satisfyingly long finish. Try it with hearty meat dishes. Lovely chewy flavours of mocha, plush plums and berries. So very tasty and happy. Perfect for movie night. Terrific concentration, depth and richness with a satisfyingly long finish. Try it with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2019. 906420 14.30% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review