Dante Robino Bonarda 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Great robust red wine for the price. Full-bodied, smooth with dark fruit and smoke. Tasty. Notes of blackberry and violets on the finish. Mouth-watering and deliciously appealing! Drink: 2014-2017. 277640 13.90% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Hermanos De Domingo Molina Torrontés 2012, Cafayate Valley, Salta, Argentina: Argentina's Torres wines are winners across the board -- let's just say, I haven't met one that I didn't like yet. Zesty yet floral and exotic. The grapes in the winery's Cafayate vineyard grow 5500 feet above sea level, which gives them good acidity and complexity. Medium-bodied, refreshing and dry, with a lovely lick of springtime on the finish. Excellent value. Drink: 2013-2015. 303685 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Trapiche Broquel Bonarda 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied, black fruited wonder with luscious layers of dark mystery. Decant one hour and serve with gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2014-2017. 55558 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Don David Reserve Torrontés 2012, Cafayate, Salta, Argentina: Ultra fragrant, floral and aromatic: almost perfumed with peach, honey blossom aromas. This wine has a touch of new oak for complexity. Roses and orange blossom bloom in the mouth, then swell to a crescendo on the finish. Drink: 2013-2015. 727677 13.70% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. June 7, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Finca Flichman Expresiones Reserve Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: This winery sources all of its grapes from estate vineyards and the harvesting is done by hand. This Shiraz (60%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (40%) blend spends 8 months in American and French oak, which imparts depth and richness to the wine, along with toasty oak and vanilla smoke aromas. Lots of dark fruit to fill out all the spaces in this wine. Rich and fleshy black and purple plum flavours on this finish. A crowd pleaser. Drink: 2012-2016. 17111 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. June 7, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Malbec 2011, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: A lively Malbec with intriguing aromas of black raspberry, bacon and vanilla smoke. Concentrated and powerful with polished tannins. Ready to drink now, but will also do well with a few years in the cellar. Absolutely delicious especially at this price! This wine cries out to be on your table beside prime rib. Let your mouth have some fun tonight! Drink: 2013-2016. 186668 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. June 27, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Agostino Inicio Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Seductive nose of fleshy, come on in black fruit. Fresh and deep and inviting with juicy layers of come hither. The 2011 vintage was matured for 6 months in American and French oak. Crazy good price. Buy a case. Drink: 2014-2018. 330670 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Sur de los Andes Reserva Malbec 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Rich and full-bodied with an incredible price point. Layers of fleshy dark fruit cry out coffee grounds cry out for a meaty dish companion. Finishes with blackberry and black plum notes. Terrific!  Hidden among the rich black fruit flavour in this powerful wine are fleeting notes of violets to create an intriguing bouquet. Perfect for barbecues and back decks. Drink: 2013-2016. 208322 14.40% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 89/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Manos Negras Malbec 2012, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Rich, dark and deep with brooding, fleshy ripe black berries, black plums and purple plums. Supple and smooth. Malbec is the reigning red wine grape of Argentina and it plays the leading role in this terrific wine. Drink: 2014-2018. 271205 13.90% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 2, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Trivento Concha Y Toro Reserve Syrah Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Deep, dark and rich, this brooding blend of Malbec (50%) and Syrah (50%) has dive-into-it aromas of blackberries, coffee, dark chocolate and smoke. The wine was aged for 8 months in French oak. Full-bodied but not heavy, wonderful concentration of flavour. This is Concha y Toro’s Argentine estate, and the wines punch well above their weight (and price point). Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2016. 492702 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. September 27, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Mountadam Estate Chardonnay 2012, Eden Valley, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Lovely flavour and character here! Medium- to full-bodied with enticing notes of vanilla, green apple and pear. Drink with roast chicken and corn dishes. Finishes with a fresh citrus lift. Drink: 2013-2016. 22984 14% D 750 mL  $13.25 Score: 87/100. August 16, 2014 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Y Series Viognier 2013, South Australia, Australia: Liquid gorgeous! Lovely honeysuckle, lemon-lime, nettle and lychee and baking spice. Perfect for curries and medium-spicy dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 470062 14.10% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Small Gully Mr. Black's Little Book Shiraz 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: I love a little black book reading with a sympathetic robust red wine that has a big vocabulary when it comes to aromas and flavours, like this one! Rich and full-bodied with fleshy ripe blackberry, mint and black olive aromas on the nose. Layers and smooth, with polished tannins and a long finish. Terrific mouth-watering juiciness. You put on the jazz music and I'll pour the wine, deal? Drink: 2013-2017. 287979 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor Shiraz 2012, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: What a blockbuster Shiraz for the price! This red wine delivers attractive aromas of blackberries, licorice, black and purple plum notes and toasty oak. Full-bodied supple, smooth, smoky and juicy. Great for potluck gatherings and movie night. Drink: 2013-2016. 72975 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Oscar's Estate Vineyard Shiraz Viognier 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This could be the ultimate hamburger wine! Full-bodied, generous, juicy and crowd-pleasing: it's ready to get on the table beside all the fixins. Suffused with black fruit, pepper and dark spice, this is a wine that is as essential as mustard and ketchup with hamburger feast. Drink: 2014-2018. 287961 15.90% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 93/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Wakefield Winery Chardonnay 2012, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Great value chardonnay! Full-bodied with green apple and toasty oak. Perfect for roast chicken. Lovely melon and pear notes on the finish of this Australian chardonnay. Drink: 2013-2017. 711556 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Kacaba Rebecca Summer Series Rosé 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Cheery-berry nose with lots of sweet summer fruits. Medium-bodied and juicy on the palate. Lip-smacking tasty. Finishes with black raspberry. Drink: 2013-2015. 227025 11.40% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. June 7, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Reif Estate Winery Fortune Cabernet Rosé 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Fresh field strawberries on the nose open up to juicy, fleshy strawberry flavours on the palate. Beautifully balanced with acidity that makes this off-dry rose both refreshing and delicious. Finishes with maraschino cherry and nectarine. Drink: 2013-2015. 372466 12.50% M 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Viña Ventisquero Queulat Gran Reserva Pinot Noir 2012, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Lots of oak, violets and fresh earth on the nose of this Chilean red wine. It opens up with cherry berry notes on the palate. Medium-bodied and smooth. Try with veal. Drink: 2013-2017. 389213 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Errazuriz Aconcagua Costa Single Vineyard Syrah 2012, Aconcagua Costa, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A gorgeous, opulent Chilean Syrah of the best pedigree. Structure, density, concentration and complexity all play roles in this wine, with intense replay of fleshy dark plums and berries across the palate (and mind). Perfect for grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2019. 387910 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 95/100. September 27, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Montes Outer Limits Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Grassy great!! Want lawnmower satisfaction ... cut the lawn without cutting the lawn. Love it! OTHER: The 2013 Outer Limits Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from Aconcagua Valley from the coastal and northern zone of Zapallar, seven kilometers from the sea, which provides freshness. It's a powerful wine, with pungent aromas extracted from the skin for some seven months contact, with a mineral feeling, akin to a Sancerre, serious and austere, with gooseberries, tomato leaves, ending again mineral and saline. This is a superb Sauvignon Blanc. The vines were planted in 2006 and the first harvest bottled was 2011. Experiment with iodine-rich seafood, like sea urchin. Uhhhmmm! Drink now-2017. Score - 91 (Luis Gutierrez, erobertparker.com, June 2014) Drink: 2013-2016. 389643 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 25, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Charles Mignon Premium Réserve Brut Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Very toasty and bready, with aromas of freshly baked (still warm) croissants and buns. Robust and flavourful. Pair with caviar. Drink: 2014-2018. 12% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 91/100. December 12, 2015 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Pierre Brigandat & Fils Tradition Brut Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: Toasty, crisp, clean and refreshing Champagne with aromas of freshly baked bread and lime zest. Pair with oysters. Drink: 2014-2018. 421057 12.50% XD 750 mL  $43.95 Score: 91/100. December 12, 2015 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review

La Chablisienne Saint-Bris Sauvignon 2013, Burgundy A.C., France: Did you know they make Sauvignon Blanc in Burgundy? A zesty, vibrant white wine that refreshes the palate and acts as a great companion to seafood and vegetarian dishes. With this unique Burgundian wine you can now impress your guests. And the Sauvignon Blanc grapes are only found in the Saint-Bris appellation. Vibrant, lemongrass and lime aromas leap out of the glass. Mouth-watering and juicy with terrific minerality and length. Medium-bodied and refreshing. There's a deep vein of minerality running through this wine like a cold, clear spring. Drink: 2014-2017. 641753 12.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 88/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Château de Nages Vielles Vignes 2011, Costières De Nîmes, Rhône A.C., France: This spicy blend of 60% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre grapes is produced by Michel Gassier. It's juicy, smooth and layered. The grapes were de-stemmed and both the Syrah and Mourvèdre components were matured for 1 year on the lees in French oak barrels. The Grenache portion is kept in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness. This AC wine was bottled without filtration. This is a fantastic wine from winemaking consultant, Philippe Cambie, especially for this price. Aromas of wild dark fruit, dried herbs, spice, and cedar underbrush. Highly recommended. It's a classic Rhone blend with fragrant spices, black cherry and licorice for grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 40964 15% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Guillaume Aurèle Viognier 2013, Pays D'oc, Midi I.G.P., France: Superb for the money! Floral, fragrant and aromatic but not over the top. White peach blossom and apple bloom. Finishes with stone fruit. Lovely! Drink: 2013-2016. 380741 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine Jacky Marteau Sauvignon Touraine 2013, Loire A.C., France: Fresh, clean, grassy and herbal. Discounted New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. No oak. Pair with goat cheese. Drink: 2013-2015. 745349 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 87/100. September 27, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Domaine Bellevue Touraine Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Loire A.C., France: Lemon gold brightness. Crisp, clean and mouth-watering at an incredibly great price. Like New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc? You will love this. Drink: 2013-2016. 82305 12.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

La Domelière Rasteau Cave De Rasteau 2012, Rhône A.C., France: Gorgeous richness in this powerful red wine at a staggeringly great price! Black fleshy plums that rub up against your senses and pleasure centre. Layers and layers of velvet richness. Mouth-filling and mouth-pleasing. Get a case. Drink: 2014-2018. 222927 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gruhier Extra Brut Crémant De Bourgogne 2010, Burgundy A.C., France: Crisp, toasty, clean sparkling wine that's an absolutely steal for the money. Crémant de Bourgogne is Burgundy's take on bubbly and given it's just below Champagne, you still get that crisp, refreshing style. Drink: 2013-2016. 375428 12% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 87/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Domaine De Bellevue Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Touraine, Loire A.C., France: Love this style of Old Sauvignon Blanc! Not herbal or grassy, but rather more lemon zest and citrus brightness like sunshine piercing clouds on a spring day. Its a racy, vivacious wine that will easily handle steamed or grilled fish. Drink: 2013-2015. 251454 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Great Goat Cheese Wine Full Review

Domaine Le Grand Retour Plan De Dieu Aubert Frères, Prop.-Récolt. 2011, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Tasty, full-bodied and delicious! Superb value: staggeringly great for the price. Aromas of cedar, black fruit, smoke and juicy black cherry. This, my friends, is your party wine. It's dance with anything on the grill. Drink: 2013-2017. 224592 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Charles Sparr Crémant D'alsace Cuvée Renaissance Brut Rosé, A.C., Alsace, France: Zesty with come-alive aromas of fleeting field strawberries and some toast. Amazingly great price. Stock up for the holidays now. Drink: 2013-2015. 350306 12.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 12, 2013 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Pfaffenheim Crémant D'alsace Brut Rosé, Alsace, France: A spritely sparkling rose wine with attractive aromas of field strawberries. Crisp, dry and refreshing this bubbly offers tremendous value at this price point. The quality designation for this Crémant d'Alsace is AC. Drink: 2014-2016. 352203 12.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. February 1, 2014 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Pierre Sparr Réserve Brut, Alsace A.C., France: Incredibly well-priced sparkling wine for the quality and taste. Here's the bubbly to stock up on for your wedding and large gatherings. Everyone will love it and no one will believe how little you paid. Toasty green apple brightness. Drink: 2013-2016. 173401 12% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

Gustave Lorentz Réserve Riesling 2012, Alsace A.C., France: Intense with lime purity and lemon lift in this zesty AC white wine. Gorgeous, dry and mouth-watering. Medium-bodied and perfect for turkey dinner. Terrific aromatics green apple with a tangy citrus finish. Yes please! Drink: 2014-2019. 641639 12.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 12, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Joseph Cattin Brut Rosé Crémant D'alsace, Alsace A.C., France: A refreshing, come-alive Crémant with great displays of white pear and green apple crispness. This is an amazing price for this sparkling wine. In 2010, this bubbly won a gold medal at the prestigious competition, Concours des Vins d’Alsace. Great aperitif. Drink: 2022-2026. 264572 12% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. April 15, 2022 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Rosé 2013, Costières de Nîmes, Rhône A.C., France: Field strawberries and spring rain and happiness in this lovely dry rose. Perfect for pate and babbling brooks and cold roast chicken sandwiches and short skits. The vineyards are located between the cities of Nimes and Avignon in southern France. Drink: 2013-2015. 950576 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Königschaffhauser Vulkanfelsen Trocken Winzergenossenschaft Pinot Noir Rosé 2013, Qualitätswein, Baden, Germany: Lovely! Fresh, wild field strawberries on a summer day. Dry and mouth-watering with pleasant acidity. Medium-bodied. Great aperitif or companion to salmon. Finishes with rose petal and red berries. Drink: 2013-2015. 168237 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. June 7, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Talamonti Tre Saggi Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2011, Abruzzo D.O.C., Italy: Tre Saggi translates to "three wise men" and both wise men and women will be smart to try this wine. Rich, dark and savoury with black cherries and smoke and lots of mocha and sweet chocolate notes. Full-bodied and luxuriously thick like a comforting blanket you wrap closer to you on a chilly night under a starry sky by the campfire. Great structure and balance. An elegant dinner party wine that won’t cost a fortune. Plus the label looks like it cost twice as much as you paid for it ;)  Great spice and smoke notes on the finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 204016 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

La Valentina Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2011, Abruzzo D.O.C., Italy: This easy-drinking red wine delivers lovely dark red plums, berries and fleshy black plums on the palate, with mouth-watering acidity to accommodate tomato and meat sauces. Decant it for an hour for maximum pleasure. Great price for this quality. Drink: 2014-2019. 26179 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Corte Guala Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Love the black pepper and dark spice on the nose of this big Italian red wine. Amazing price for such quality. Black fleshy berry aromas and flavours. Smooth and delicious. Where's my hamburger please? Drink: 2013-2019. 354431 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. September 27, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Miopasso Fiano 2012, Sicily I.G.P., Italy: This delightful white wine is so flavourful, with honeyed beeswax, though it's dry. Like Chardonnay without heavy oak. Perfect for a plate of fresh seafood and appetizers. - Community Wine Reviews Drink: 2013-2016. 326793 13% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Roggiano Morellino Di Scansano 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Rustic, robust, juicy and delicious! Amazing for the price. Perfect for pizza or lasagna. Bring it (to my house). Drink: 2014-2018. 946954 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Wither Hills Wairau Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Wairau Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand: The grapes are also sourced from New Zealand's South Island. Grassy and herbal kiwi Sauvignon Blanc, with quivering lime vibrancy. Pure, fresh, with no oak. Bring me a mega big salad or a spinach quiche ... quickly! A racy finish with a lick of citrus zest. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2015. 919514 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Babich Black Label Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Superb! Lovely lime lift right through the center: herbal and grassy, more citrus. Medium-bodied and ultra-mouth-watering. Laser-like refreshment and focus with a big hug of citrus zest. Some gooseberry and lemon on the finish. Fresh seafood anyone? Drink: 2012-2014. 9142 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. September 27, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Momo Seresin Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: 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. Bring it! Drink: 2013-2015. 9167 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 12, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand: Grassy great and refreshing with lots of acidity. Medium-bodied without oak. The cool climate and porous soils of this region show in the expressive nature of this zippy wine. It's not easy being green, but it's delicious! Drink: 2013-2015. 713958 13.80% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

The Ned Marisco Vineyards Pinot Gris 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Repeat after me: I shall not drink boring Pinot Gris any more. Okay, now here's how you implement your resolution: this zesty, medium-bodied Pinot Gris is loaded with personality plus pear, peach and yellow apple notes. Bring on the seafood, the shellfish, the salads, the happy disposition. Drink: 2014-2018. 267138 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Wingspan Sauvignon Blanc 2012, New Zealand, New Zealand: Lovely, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc with lime, grass, chives and lemon zest. Not aggressively grassy or herbal, though the signature is there in green vibrancy for vegetarian dishes, seafood and field greens. Great price. Drink: 2013-2015. 365403 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Bird Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Terrific lime-zestiness in this citrus-herbal inflected Sauvignon Blanc. Refreshing and zippy: classic New Zealand style. I'm so delighted that this wine is back on the shelves again as it's a benchmark for the Marlborough region. Top me up! Finishes with gooseberry and passionfruit. Liquid lovely. Drink: 2014-2016. 178319 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Great Goat Cheese Wine Full Review

Man Vintners Bosstok Pinotage 2012, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Fresh on the nose with attractive black plum, coffee and smoke on the nose on this South African red wine. Very savoury and meaty on the palate. Beautifully balanced with just the right amount of acidity. Try it with hearty meat dishes and tangy sauces. Drink: 2013-2017. 366286 14% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

The Grinder Pinotage 2012, Swartland W.O., South Africa: Wine-coffee drink: I mean this kindly. It's lovely, especially if you love your espresso. So perfect with biscotti. Wait for at least 4 pm.This is my second tasting of the 2012 vintage, and it's consistent with the first one back in January. Drink: 2014-2017. 572107 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 12, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Thelema Sutherland Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Stellenbosch Elgin W.O., South Africa: Incredible price! Herbal, lime and grassy good. Very refreshing. Wonderful quaffer. This South African Sauvignon Blanc shows its roots in the cool climate of the Elgin region. Finishes with a whiff of ocean spray and terrific minerality. Try it with fresh oysters. Drink: 2013-2015. 446384 13% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Finca Nueva Blanco Fermentado En Barrica 2012, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Lovely, light-bodied white wine with seductive aromas of toasted hazelnut and Asian pear. Some kind of wonderful. Great aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2014-2017. 280560 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 12, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Marques De Caceres Rosé 2013, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: This rose has an attractive depth and nuance with seductive aromas of ripe raspberries. Good mouth-watering action for food. This wine can handle even more robust dishes like grilled salmon and chicken. Great price. Produced by Union Viti-Vincola S.A. Drink: 2013-2015. 622142 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. June 7, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Valdemar Inspiración Selección 2010, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: This DOCA appellation wine is complex and layered with aromas of dark fruit, smoke and savoury notes of bacon. It's a blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano grapes that was matured for 10 months in French and American oak barrels. Black and purple plum liqueur concentration with a dry finish. Amazing for the price. New World power, Old World finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2019. 166512 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.75 Score: 90/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel 2012, Lodi, California, United States: Smoky great with lusciously ripe black and purple plums. Please, tell me that campfire story again as the smoke swirls around my head and the stars above us on this mid-summer night. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2016. 951889 13% D 750 mL  $19.25 Score: 90/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review