Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2019, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Aurelio Montes, Kaiken Ultra 2019 Malbec is a smoky, earthy, dry, medium-plus-bodied Malbec made from orgranically-grown grapes. The well-known beauty is plushy and intense on the palate with ripe blueberry, earthy violets, dark chocolate, dark spices finishing long on a mineral note. Drink: 2022-2025. 50849 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 94/100. May 27, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Dandelion Vineyards Lioness of Mclaren Vale Shiraz 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Dandelion Vineyards, Lioness Of Mclaren Vale 2019 Shiraz is amazing value at $22. A dry, rich, vibrant and sumptuous Shiraz, sensuous with blue florals, dark berry, dark spice, cocoa, vanilla flavours generous on the palate. So approachable and delicous now but can easily cellar for 10-plus years. Drink: 2022-2032. 357475 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Rabl Löss Grüner Veltliner 2020, Langenlois, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Rabl Löss 2020 Veltliner is dry, medium-bodied and zesty with bright apple, fine herb, lime zest and white pepper flavours with a long briny mineral finish. The Rabl family have been growing grapes in the Kamptal region of northeast Austria for over 300 years and Weingut Rabl can trace its viticultural tradition back to the 1750s. They were awarded the 2021 White Wine Maker of the Year by the International Wine & Spirit Competition. Drink: 2022-2025. 295709 12.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Max Pinot Noir 2020, Aconcagua D.O., Chile: From Errázuri, Max 2020 Pinot Noir is an elegant, fresh and vibrant PN from the Aconcagua wine region. Look for ripe cherry, dried strawberry and citrus peel on this pretty, dry and medium-bodied Chilean red with a lingering finish. Enjoy with veal cutlets in a mushroom sauce. Drink: 2022-2024. 19244 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Willy Gisselbrecht Tradition Pinot Gris 2019, Alsace A.C., France: Willy Gisselbrecht Tradition 2019 Pinot Gris is an off-dry, medium-bodied, lemon-lime zesty PG with ripe stone fruit, Mirabelle plum, nutty and white pepper flavours on the palate. The Gisselbrecht family has been producing wines in Alsace since the 17th century. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2023. 641597 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Tramin Pinot Grigio 2018, Südtirol-Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: A vibrant and racy Pinot Grigio with fresh white-fleshed stone fruit, pear and yellow apple flavours on the palate with great acidity for food or a refreshing sipper served well-chilled on its own. Drink: 2020-2021. 627059 12.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. November 13, 2020 Top Rated White Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Thornbury Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: From Marlborough, South Island, Thornbury 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is vibrant, fresh and mouth-watering with tropical fruit, citrus zest, herbal, grassy mineral notes tangy and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy on its own or with grilled seafood dishes. Drink: 2022-2023. 734798 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 6, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Rustenberg Chardonnay 2019, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Stellenbosch wine region, a toasty, rich and vibrant Chardonnay aged in 40% new and 60% second-use oak barrels for one year. Rich and silky with ripe yellow apple, nutty and lemon curd flavours matched by refreshing acidity. Drink: 2020-2024. 598631 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 13, 2020 Best Value White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Alvear 3 Miradas Sierra de Montilla Vino de Pueblo 2019, Montilla Moriles D.O.P., Spain: Alvear 3 Miradas Sierra De Montilla Vino De Pueblo 2019 is produced from 100% Pedro Ximenez grapes, the very same varietal for Sherry and sweet Spanish dessert wines. This wine is completely different. The wine is dry, medium-bodied with some oxidative notes and vibrant with Meyer lemon, quince, fresh apple and pear, honeysuckle, fine herbs, salty mineral and smoky flavours finishing long on the palate. Very unique. Chill and enjoy with seared tuna steaks. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2026. 96834 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 3, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Cline Viognier 2018, North Coast, California, United States: Love the honey floral and mineral aromas on this California Viognier. Dry, medium-plus-bodied with ripe apricot, peach, acacia honey flavours silky on the palate wrapped up in a hint of spice. Nicely done! Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2020-2023. 128421 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 28, 2020 Top Rated White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review