Inniskillin Winemaker's Series Montague Vineyard Chardonnay 2010, Four Mile Creek, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Double yum! Toffee and baking spice nose opens up into sensory vistas of ripe fleshy peach, pear and a voluptuous butterscotch infused finish. Full-bodied and delicious! Drink: 2012-2015. 238642 13.90% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Serie Riberas Gran Reserva, Concha Y Toro Carmenère 2009, D.O., Peumo, Ribera Del Cachapoal, Chile: Full-bodied, savoury and smooth with enticing aromas of blackberries, cassis, smoke and mocha. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2012-2015. 274043 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Gerard Bertrand Réserve Spéciale Viognier 2018, Pays d'Oc, Roussillon I.G.P., France: A lovely, juicy Viognier with floral, honey apricot, ginger aromas on the nose, dry with lemon zest, soft orange, ripe stone fruit and cake spice flavours on the palate. Great acidity for food. Pair with mild and medium curries. Drink: 2019-2023. 147975 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2021 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Famille Perrin Réserve Côtes du Rhône Blanc 2018, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A lush and smooth, full-bodied Cotes du Rhone white wine blend of Viognier, Grenache Blanc, Marsanne and Clairette wine grapes. Fragrant with white florals, with beautifully balanced acidity on the palate to match the ripe stone-fruit, smoky and soft citrus flavours finishing long on the palate. Pair with grilled chicken breasts Dijonnaise or seafood dishes. Drink: 2020-2022. 499509 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. November 13, 2020 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Schloss Reinhartshausen Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Riesling Kabinett 2009, Deutscher Prädikatswein, Rheingau, Germany: I want to retire in the cellar of this winery. Gorgeous riesling with lime flower, honeysuckle and peach goodness. Perfect. Drink: 2012-2018. 114801 12.50% M 750 mL  $23.00 Score: 91/100. August 4, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Darting Dürkheimer Nonnengarten Gewürztraminer Kabinett 2011, Deutscher Prädikatswein, Pfalz, Germany: Classic gewurz on the nose: rose petal and lychee. Generous sweetness on the palate is perfectly balanced with acidity. The ultimate wine for Asian, curries and spicy dishes. Try it! Drink: 2012-2018. 789628 12.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. August 4, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Tommasi Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2013, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Juicy with racy acidity for tangy meat sauces. Made using the traditional apassimento method of drying the grapes on mats before fermentation to concentrate flavour and body. Classic Amarone with some nuances of wild violets and black cherry liqueur on the finish. Smoky and dark yet elegant in a muscular way. This brooding Italian red wine offers black fruit aromas and smoke on the nose. Underneath and on the palate there's a sensual layer of black fleshy ripe fruit and dark spices. Best consumed with hearty meat dishes and robust conversation. Drink: 2017-2026. 356220 15% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 95/100. November 24, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Momo Seresin Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy, herbal and refreshing with lots of mouth-watering acidity. Drink: 2012-2014. 9167 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Clos Marguerite Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy and refreshing with chives and lemon zest. Ocean breeze fresh. Drink: 2012-2014. 281014 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Full Review

Tormentoso Old Vine Man Vintners Chenin Blanc 2011, W.O., Paarl, South Africa: Lovely! Exotic and faint floral aromas with white peach and melon. Gorgeous aperitif or seafood companion. Drink: 2012-2015. 278366 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Cape Point Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2010, W.O., Cape Point, South Africa: Lemon zest and lemongrass with grapefruit and sunshine happiness. Clean and refreshing. Drink: 2012-2014. 285221 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Allende Tempranillo 2007, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Corpulent aromas of purple plums, blackberries, allspice and grilled meats. A full-bodied wonder that would be a dinner party hit. Drink: 2008-2017. 954560 13.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. January 11, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Filón Aviva Vino Garnacha 2010, D.O., Calatayud, Spain: Smoky bacon and savoury. Full-bodied with plush fleshy ripe dark plums and a long smoky finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 280602 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Pahlmeyer Chardonnay 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, rich and delicious with lovely aromas and flavour of ripe peach, pear and toasted almond. But is it worth it for the price? Not in my opinion ... just sayin. Drink: 2012-2016. 147454 14.90% D 750 mL  $89.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Pahlmeyer Chardonnay 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, rich and delicious Californian Chardonnay from one of its best-known and most respected producers. This full-bodied white wine features lovely aromas and flavour of ripe peach, pear and toasted almond. Pair it with roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2013-2019. 147454 14.90% D 750 mL  $96.95 Score: 94/100. November 22, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

La Crema Chardonnay 2010, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Classic Californian Chardonnay with toast, oak and green apple. Full-bodied, and generously layered. Drink: 2012-2015. 728352 13.90% D 375 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Full Review