Reif Estate Winery Riesling 2013, Niagara River, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A delicate, light-bodied, off-dry Riesling with aromas of pear and peach. This would be great with dishes that have a glaze or chutney. Drink: 2014-2019. 111799 12% MD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Flat Rock Riesling 2013, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The Vintages Catalogue says 2014 but we tasted the 2013 vintage. Green apple and white pear. Love it. Building an inukskuk is now a ritual at the end of harvest for this winery: lifting the heavy stones requires a team effort. Pair with roast turkey and fun. Drink: 2013-2019. 43281 11% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 4, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Château De La Grave Caractère 2009, Côtes De Bourg, Bordeaux A.C., France: Very sexy Merlot on the nose and palate. Seductive aromas of fleshy black plums and blackberries with some clove dust mingling in between. Pleasingly grip yet it's velvet smooth. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair with veal chops. Exceptional for the price. Note the vintage is 2009. Drink: 2014-2020. 224683 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. September 13, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Michel Gassier Les Piliers Viognier 2013, Vin De Pays D'oc, Midi, France: Lovely peach blossoms, white peach, and pear in this refreshing white. A breath of warmth and summer to come in a glass. Try it with mild to medium curries. Drink: 2013-2017. 669531 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. September 13, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Remy Pannier Sevre et Maine sur lie Muscadet 2013, Loire Valley, France: Here's a terrific alternative to Chablis (unoaked Chardonnay from Burgundy) for your shellfish: dry, crisp and refreshing. Perfect companion to oysters, mussels and clams. Aromas of lime and lemon. This is a terrific wine at a bargain price for the quality. You can also enjoy it as an aperitif. Drink: 2014-2016. 13821 11.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Schloss Reinhartshausen Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Riesling Kabinett 2012, Rhine Rhinegau Deutscher Prädikatswein, Germany: Liquid splendour in a glass. Rays of lemon and lime zest waft through this wonderful wine that's light- to medium-bodied yet packed with flavour. I want to retire in the cellar of this winery. Gorgeous riesling with lime flower, honeysuckle and peach goodness. Try it with seafood or a mild curry tonight. Drink: 2014-2019. 114801 12.50% MD 750 mL  $23.00 Score: 91/100. August 30, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Studert-Prüm Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett 2012, Prädikatswein, Gutsabfüllung, Mosel, Germany: Apricot loveliness with an apple blossom shout of happiness! Medium-bodied. Yes, it's got some sweetness. Get over it and enjoy this with glazed ham or sweet potatoes. Drink: 2013-2020. 160853 8.50% M 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. September 13, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Max Ferd. Richter Kabinett Riesling 2007, Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Mosel Prädikatswein, Germany: This German Riesling will dazzle your senses: it's almost blinding in its intensity of fruit and balancing acidity, like waking out from a dark cave into mid-afternoon sunshine. This QMP-designated wine has depths of apricot, peach and honeysuckle flavour. Medium-bodied, no oak, long finish. Try it with Indian chicken dishes. Drink: 2013-2019. 998120 8.50% M 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 94/100. May 10, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Loosen Bros. Dr. L Riesling 2013, Qualitätswein, Mosel, Germany: This is a wow wine year after year, and the 2013 vintage is no exception. Dr Loosen makes superb white wines at many price levels, this one being an entry level offering but it's no entry level wine in the sense of craftsmanship and flavour. Lime and lemon zest almost leap out of the glass, with delicate white floral and peach notes on the palate. Light- to medium-bodied and perfect for dishes with a touch of sweetness like glazed ham or pasta in a cream sauce. This Qualitätswein Q.B.A. over-delivers on every dimension. Drink: 2014-2018. 599274 8.50% M 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 30, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Puklus Pincésze, 3 Puttonyos Tokaji Aszú 2008, Tokaj-Hegyalja, Hungary: Splendid! Rich apricot, clementine unfolds on the palate enveloped by layers of ripe peach goodness. Supremely great dessert wine! Hungary's Tokaji region is renowned for making the "king of wines" - the sweet wine Tokaji Aszù. The more “Puttonyos,” which range from 3 to 6, the sweeter the wine. This lovely dessert elixir finishes with apricot preserves, pear, and clementine. The acidity and moderate sweetness makes it very balanced and suitable for nuts, cheeses and fruit-based desserts. Drink: 2012-2022. 980805 13.50% MS 500 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. April 12, 2014 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Sasso Al Poggio Piccini 2008, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Robust and generous (you gotta like that in a wine or a person) with attractive aromas and flavours of tart cherry and wild blackberry. This wine cries out for food, especially anything with a tangy tomato sauce. A solid finish. Great for potluck gatherings. This full-bodied red wine is a blend of 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet, 20% Merlot grapes grown in vineyards in Castellina area of the Chianti region. Drink: 2013-2017. 134809 13% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. August 2, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

San Raffaele Monte Tabor Pinot Grigio 2013, Delle Venezie, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: Vibrant, zesty and refreshing Italian white wine with mouth-watering acidity for food. Medium-bodied, no perceptible oak. Great aperitif or companion to seafood or salads. Nice price. The bonus is that's organic. Drink: 2013-2015. 204768 12.50% XD 750 mL  $15.75 Score: 89/100. September 13, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Akarua Rua Pinot Noir 2012, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand: Rich cherry aromas and flavours without being too sweet. Love the balance and acidity that adds complexity to this wine. Medium-bodied and satin-textured. Gorgeous mouth-filling voluptuousness. Long finish. Great value. Drink: 2014-2018. 295592 14% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 91/100. August 2, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Drylands Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Terrific lime and herbal notes: vibrant, zesty and refreshing. All that a sauvignon blanc should be, plus it's extremely versatile with food. Although this is medium-bodied, there's terrific intensity of flavour here with generous mouth-watering action on the palate. Try it with scallops. Drink: 2014-2016. 675405 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. August 16, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Seresin Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy-great and herbal with crisp, ultra dry refreshment. Limes and lemons dance in delight across your palate. This medium-bodied white wine works as both an aperitif or companion to many dishes. A nice snap of refreshment on the finish. Complex and dry. Perfect for fresh seafood. Signature Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand's Marlborough region. Seresin uses bio-dynamic farming principles, wild yeast for fermentation and the principles expounded on in 1924 by Rudolph Steiner. Try it with a fresh field greens salad or clams. Drink: 2013-2016. 735043 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 13, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Pegos Claros 2010, Palmela D.O.C., Portugal: OMG, this is delicious! Full-bodied, juicy, smooth, with black and purple plum liqueur and fleshy blueberries. You can't beat the price here. Great party wine when the party involves hearty meat dishes. Stock up! Drink: 2013-2018. 385252 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. September 13, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

The Grinder Pinotage 2013, Swartland W.O., South Africa: Love that coffee, espresso, mocha nose! You'll never forget it, or confuse it with anything. This full-bodied, delicious red wine is made from South Africa's signature (and quite distinctive) Pinotage grape, a cross between Cinsault and Pinot Noir. This wine is dry, but it finishes with delicious flavours of dark chocolate. Pair it with grilled meats, especially chary pork chops. Yum! Drink: 2014-2017. 572107 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

CVNE Monopole 2013, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Love it! Clementine, white peach and baking spice ... white floral notes, exotic. Struggling to describe this lovely white wine. This is a blend Viura, Parellada and Xarel-lo grapes, the same varieties used to make Spanish sparkling wine, Cava. This wine is produced by the fifth generation of the family who founded the winery. Drink: 2015-2017. 66951 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. August 30, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Descendientes de J. Palacios Pétalos 2011, D.O., Bierzo, Spain: Founded in 1998 by Alvaro Palacios, one of the most respected winemakers in Spain. A rich, meaty wine of great balance and length. Savory with blackberries and pepper. Full-bodied with an attractive subtle herbal note mid-palate. This wine is made from the Mencia grape, which is called Jaen in Portugal. Lovely dark spices and pepper on the finish. Great for the cellar or enjoy now after decanting for an hour. Top me up! Drink: 2013-2016. 446484 15% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 92/100. August 2, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

2005, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Rich and deep with liquid velvet texture. Fleshy black plums flavours infused oh so subtly with espresso... this wine will make you sit back and close your eyes. And sigh. Drink: 2014-2020. 206409 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review