Zuccardi Serie A Bonarda 2012, Santa Rosa, Mendoza, Argentina: The Bonarda grape may be lesser known than Malbec in Argentina, but it produces terrific full-bodied red wines for the money. Blackberry, toasty oak and dark chocolate fill out the nose here. Zuccardi is a leading producer in Argentina. This voluptuous, mouth-filling red wine features flavours of black pepper and blackcurrant on the finish. Perfect for grilled pork chops. Drink: 2014-2018. 355560 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: A big, dark-fruited Argentine red wine. Aromas of blackberries and fleshy black plums. Supple and delicious. Finishes with dark spice and woodsmoke. Pair with gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2013-2018. 50849 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. January 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Pepperjack Barossa Red 2012, Barossa Valley, Australia: A wow wine! Mouth-watering aromas of wild blackberry and mulberry on the nose that delivers luscious, fleshy, juicy flavour on the palate. Full-bodied and very supple with layers of caressing pleasure on the tongue. Not overdone or a fruit bomb by any means: balanced, and dignified as only the way Barossa Valley reds can do. This is a robust red wine finishes with nuances of violets, anise and a touch of mocha. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2018. 393801 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wakefield Jaraman Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Clare Valley, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: Minty coolness on the nose is flooded over by fleshy blackberry richness on the palate. A hedonist's wine to fill the senses. Full-bodied and smooth. Finishes with dried herbs, tobacco leaves and cedar brush. Very satisfying, especially at this price. Pair with ribeye steak. Drink: 2013-2018. 142398 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Elderton Ode To Lorraine Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Merlot 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This big, black fruited red wine is produced by the Ashmead Family. It proffers a savoury, meaty note and mouth-watering acidity. Layered and delicious. I recommend many of the wines from this winery with my highest ratings, and deservingly so. Master craftsmanship here. Elderton winery is certified Carbon Neutral. I don't know who Lorraine is, but I'd like to thank her for being the inspiration for this wine. This full-bodied red wine is a blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Shiraz and 9% Merlot grapes. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2018. 976423 14.50% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 94/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

3 Rings Shiraz 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This robust red is packed with notions of black plums, blackberries and smoke. Full-bodied but not heavy: deliciously balanced Australian red wine. Great price. Lots of smoky, toasty oak with black charred plums. Try it with meat lovers' pizza tonight. Yes please! Drink: 2013-2017. 15495 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 21, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Schild Estate Gms Grenache Mourvèdre Shiraz 2012, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Oh yum. Comfort me with mourvèdre and other old bush vine grapes. Rich, complex and deep Australian red wine: exactly what you want in a partner (and in a wine). Full-bodied and smooth and inviting. The Schild family has been in the Barossa Valley for more than 60 years. Lots of complexity, depth and vibrancy in this richly rewarding wine. This is a blend of 45% Grenache, 28% Mourvèdre and 27% Shiraz grapes. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2013-2018. 108183 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. February 21, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Carignan 2010, Cauquenes Valley, Maule Valley, Chile: Complex, dry and savoury Chilean red wine with gorgeously rich black fruit aromas and flavours. Pleasant tarry-tart black cranberry on the finish. Full-bodied with a velvet smooth texture. The Carignan grapes are dry farmed, which adds richness, depth and character to the wine. Dry farming means that the grapes are not irrigated and must rely on the rain water that nature provides, however little that is in dry climates like this one. It also has the effect of producing smaller grapes or berries with more concentrated flavours. Drink: 2012-2018. 213520 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. March 7, 2015 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Le Cirque Grenache Noir Syrah Carignan 2013, Vin De Pays Des Côtes Catalanes, Midi I.G.P., France: Full-bodied, smooth and savoury with juicy, fleshy black fruit aromas. This blend of classic southern French red wine grapes includes Carignan, Mourvèdre and Syrah, brought to us by Maison Johanes Boubee. Aromas of black plum and cassis on the finish... hard to believe this has no oak. Great with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 277079 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Domaine Lafage Chimères 2012, Côtes du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.P., France: Love the incredible range of styles that the Rhone region produces, like this intriguing red wine blend. Full-bodied and deeply savoury. Wow, so different: love it! Violets, black plum, deep dive black raspberry into a heart of welling darkness and satisfaction. Platonic ideal of concentration and depth with a long, sensuous finish that leaves you bathed in flavour satisfaction. Pair with hearty meat dishes and deep conversations. Produced by Domaine Lafage, this robust Rhone red wine from 2012 vintage of this Cotes du Roussillon Chimeres is a blend of mostly Grenache and Syrah grapes, with a splash of Carignan. The wine undergoes an extended cold-soak that's not in stainless steel tanks, then fermentation in 500 litre barrels. The vineyards are located close to the village of Maury in the Rhone Valley. Drink: 2013-2019. 119354 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. March 7, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Runkel Pinot Noir 2012, Quälitatswein, Rheinhessen, Germany: An expansive, aromatic German red wine with gorgeous notes of black cherry, earth and smoke. Medium-bodied, supple and smooth. This is a staggeringly great price for Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir is Germany's flagship red wine, in my opinion and it clocks in at a fraction of the price of Burgundy or even New World regions. Drink: 2013-2018. 395954 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Wither Hills Rarangi Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: One of my favourite New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs year after year! It's herbal but not too grassy with a lovely lime lift through the mid-palate and finish. Crisp and refreshing. The grapes for this zesty white wine come from Rarangi, Benmorven and Taylor River regions. Minerality, umami, old foreshore, sea salt and lime aromas. This would be perfect with seafood and light-hearted conversation. Drink: 2013-2016. 551721 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. February 21, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

3 Stones Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Classic refreshing and herbal New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with vibrant goodness and zip. Aromas of gooseberry, lime, lemon zest and stonefruit. Pair with line-caught halibut or haddock. Drink: 2014-2017. 207159 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Villa Maria Estate Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A vibrant Sauvignon Blanc that shows the extra richness and layering of about four months aging on the lees. Still, there's no oak here, just stainless steel to preserve fruit purity. You can almost sense the vibrancy of New Zealand light in the glass with this wine. Enjoy with salads and vegetarian or Thai dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 974527 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 15, 2015 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Lawson's Dry Hills Dry Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A dependably great New Zealand Blanc with classic aromas of herbal-grassy notes, mouth-watering acidity and lime citrus lift. This mouth-watering New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc was aged ever so briefly in barrel to add some creaminess and texture. Lots of vibrant green citrus and yellow stone fruit aromas and flavours here. Pair with seafood and vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 214460 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 21, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Viña Zaco Tempranillo 2011, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Smoky and toasty Spanish red wine, with tasty aromas and flavours of black cherries. Ready to drink now. Decant this robust wine for 1-2 hours and pair with pepper steak. Gorgeous length on the finish. Superb value. Drink: 2012-2018. 146209 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. February 21, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Hitching Post Hometown Pinot Noir 2013, Santa Barbara County, California, United States: A smoky, fresh cherry-berry Californian Pinot Noir with silky texture and a pleasing medium-bodied weight. Just enough acidity to make this wine very versatile with food from planked salmon to roast chicken. Some fresh berry and spices on the finish. Partners Gary Hartley and Frank Ostini (Hartley-Ostini), a fisherman and chef respectively, have been producing wine since 1979. They characterize their Pinot Noirs as soulful due to the cool maritime climate that moderates temperatures. You can also taste their wines at the Hitching Post restaurant featured in the movie Sideways. Drink: 2014-2019. 256644 14.10% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 91/100. June 25, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Howling Moon Old Vine Zinfandel 2011, Lodi, California, United States: The grapes for this wine come from vines averaging 50 years old. This full-bodied Californian red wine offers tasty aromas and flavours of purple plums and blueberry pie with a smooth, full-bodied texture. Luscious and satisfying. Yum! Ready for BBQ or chicken wings when you are. The finish is infused with coffee, spice and smoke. Pair with meat lovers pizza. Drink: 2012-2017. 57356 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 7, 2015 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Ghost Pines Winemaker's Blend Merlot 2012, Napa, Sonoma, California, United States: Mocha, dark chocolate and espresso on the nose from the enticing oak aging on this Californian red wine. Full-bodied and smooth with lots of layers of fleshy black plums. Try it tonight with grilled pork chops. The Merlot grapes are gently delivered whole-berry to the fermenter, avoiding bitterness while brining out fresh fruit flavours. Drink: 2013-2018. 454876 14.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. April 15, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Sonoma County, United States: Mocha and cedar brush on the nose of this attractive, full-bodied, supple Californian red wine. The palate continues on a savoury note, with some smoke and wild blackberry. Beautifully balanced. Great value for this price. Drink: 2013-2018. 292151 13.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 90/100. February 1, 2015 Best Beef Wine Full Review