Trentham Estate Reserve Pinot Noir 2015, Tasmania, Australia: A lovely, cool-climate from the Australian island Tasmania. Aromas of ripe and tart cherry and spice. Satin smooth. Pair with veal. Drink: 2020-2022. 12845 12.90% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. June 6, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Colab and Bloom Shiraz 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Wow, what a beautifully rich Shiraz, lush and luxurious on the palate with ripe blackberry, cherry compote, earthy cocoa and nutmeg spice flavours. Mouth filling and elegant. Pour with ribs from the grill. Drink: 2021-2024. 16043 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Quarisa Mrs Q McLaren Vale Shiraz 2017, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Quarisa Mrs Q 2017 Shiraz is an intense ruby-purple in the glass with aromas of ripe blueberry, dark cherry, pepper and cedar spice aromas on the nose. On the palate the wine is fresh with ripe dark cherry, dark berry, mocha, pepper and baking spice flavours with a kiss of smoky vanilla on the finish. Pour with slow-braised, spicy lamb shanks. Drink: 2021-2024. 12909 15.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 20, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Vineland Estates Winery St. Urban Vineyard Elevation Riesling 2017, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2019-2023. 38117 8.50% M 750 mL  $19.95. May 13, 2019 Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Escudo Rojo Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Maipo Valley, Chile: A terrific, full-bodied Chilean Cabernet at a great price. Aromas of dark plums and cassis and smoke. Pair with steak. Drink: 2020-2024. 13434 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 6, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Tornatore Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese Nerello Cappuccio 2017, Etna, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: A robust 95% Nerello Mascalese and 5% Nerello Cappuccio, Sicilian red wine blend with ripe, black raspberry, strawberry jam, cherry and smoky flavours on the palate. Drinking beautiful now. Pair with grilled game sausages. Drink: 2019-2024. 487090 14% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2021 Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Graham Beck Brut Sparkling, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Love this non-vintage, vibrant bubble blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Graham Beck is known for superb technique and finesse when it comes to sparkling wines. Dry, crisp, balanced with mouth-watering acidity, look for creamy, toasty brioche, fresh green apple, soft orange and lime zest flavours on a lingering fine mousse. Chill and enjoy on its own or pair with turkey dinner. Drink: 2022-2024. 593483 12% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. July 22, 2023 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review