Sterling Vineyards Vintner's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Central Coast, California, United States: A full-bodied, balanced cabernet with classic aromas of cassis and blackberry. Just the right amount of oak. Easy-drinking yet elegant. Drink: 2012-2018. 56366 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. October 13, 2012 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin Zinfandel 2010, Lodi, California, United States: Jammy purple plums and blueberries. Smooth, full-bodied and lip-smacking tasty with BBQ ribs or chicken wings. Drink: 2012-2015. 678698 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. November 24, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Don Sebastiani & Sons Merlot 2007, Sonoma County, California, United States: Classic merlot at a good price. Black plum, some smoke and a hint of herbal mint. Full-bodied and ultra-supple and smooth like soft jazz. Pair with grilled pork chops and mellow conversation. Drink: 2013-2016. 219162 13.50% D 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 89/100. March 2, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Seven Deadly Zins Old Vine Zinfandel 2010, Lodi, California, United States: Wow! Coffee smoke and fleshy black plums on the nose. Layers of pleasure and full-bodied richness on the palate. Long finish. Top me up please! Drink: 2013-2016. 59311 14.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. March 7, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin Zinfandel 2010, Lodi, California, United States: Aromas of jammy purple plums and blueberries on the nose. The palate opens up luxuriously, smooth and full-bodied with more lip-smacking tasty flavours of dark fruit. An amazing wine for BBQ ribs or chicken wings. Fire up the grill! Drink: 2012-2015. 678698 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. December 7, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Brazin (B)Old Vine Zinfandel 2010, Lodi, California, United States: The nose is redolent of raspberry jam and mocha from generous oaking. Full-bodied, juicy and smooth. Terrific for grilled meats and spare ribs. Good value. Drink: 2012-2015. 256750 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. July 6, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Paso Robles, California, United States: Opens with seductive black fleshy plums, blackberries and blackcurrants wrapped in mocha and smoke. Full-bodied and smooth with terrific balance and mouth-watering action. Great for hearty meat dishes and when you want to be good to yourself. Drink: 2013-2016. 313817 13.60% XD 375 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. July 20, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Michael-David Winery Petite Petit Named Varietal Blends-Red 2010, Lodi, California, United States: Full-bodied, mocha and dark chocolate with black fruit. Drink: 2013-2015. 213017 14.50% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 87/100. August 31, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Sebastiani Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Sonoma County, California, United States: Bold aromas of black fruit and tar on the nose, with full-bodied layers of blackberries and dark spices on the palate. Nicely crafted, but not for the timid. This Cabernet also has a dash of Malbec, Merlot, Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot in the blend for extra dimension and nuance. Juicy and mouthwatering. Great balance and nice finish. Great dinner party wine. Drink: 2013-2016. 640573 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. November 9, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Belle Glos Meiomi Joseph Wagner Pinot Noir 2012, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Sonoma Counties, California, United States: Fleshy ripe cherries and raspberries in this full-bodied, supple, smooth, jammy wine. Enjoy with charred seafood or chicken. Drink: 2013-2017. 130138 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. December 7, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Conundrum Red 2011, California, United States: Dark chocolate, mocha and espresso on the nose with fleshy ripe black plums and more chocolate on the palate. Full-bodied, supple and smooth, and brought to us by Charlie Wagner and Caymus. Try it with Mexican mole. Drink: 2014-2019. 294298 14.20% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 88/100. March 29, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Sonoma County, California, United States: Purple and black plum aromas with some blueberry compote on the side. Full-bodied, heart warming and layered on the palate. Very comforting finish. Meat lovers' pizza please! Drink: 2014-2020. 671164 14.60% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 93/100. April 12, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Cline Cellars Ancient Vines Zinfandel 2012, Contra Costa County, California, United States: Cline's Zinfandel grapes are sourced from dry-farmed vines planted more than 100 years ago, thus deserving the name Ancient Vines. The depth and concentration of that aging vine wisdom shows in the glass. Notes of blackberry and toasty, black fruit, tar, smoke and toasty oak. Full-bodied. Perfect for BBQ meats and a campfire. This is a truly mouth-filling wine. Big, long finish like a Broadway number... it's a dazzling kick-line for the senses. Drink: 2013-2016. 719211 15% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. June 7, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review