Bel Echo Terroir Greywacke Clos Henri Pinot Noir 2012, Marlborough, South Island: Love the blend of expressive New World fruit with a savoury, earthy Old World edge in style. Aromas of mouth-watering black cherry, luscious layers of satiny fleshy fruit with some spice on the finish. Superb quality and taste for the money. The signature of the Greywacke sandstone soil comes through on the both the palate and finish. Previous vintages of this wine have won the Gold Medal at the Royal Easter Show Wine Awards. Drink: 2013-2016. 159137 13.50% XD 750 mL  $25.25 Score: 90/100. July 5, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Santa Rita 120 Cabernet Franc Carmenere Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Central Valley, Chile: An incredible value for such a tasty, full-bodied Chilean red wine blend. This is a great party wine that you can buy by the caseload. This wine is named from the 120 people who led Chile's uprising for independence in 1840. They took refuge in the cellars of Santa Rita at the time. Drink: 2014-2018. 308247 13.50% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 89/100. August 3, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

L'arjolle Sauvignon Blanc Viognier 2012, Midi, France: A consistently good producer of this Sauvignon Blanc - Viognier blend. Aromas of daisies and chives in a fresh spring breeze. Terrific aperitif! Drink: 2013-2015. 348904 12.50% XD 750 mL  $12.10 Score: 89/100. February 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Beaulieu Vineyard Coastal Estates Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, California, United States: Great value for this full-bodied, supple and smooth Cabernet Sauvignon from California. Great for casual gatherings involving pizza or hamburgers. Drink: 2013-2017. 569871 13.50% XD 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Beaulieu Vineyard BV Coastal Estates Sauvignon Blanc 2012, California, United States: A zesty, vibrant white wine with come-alive aromas of grapefruit and lime. Great as an aperitif or pair it with shellfish or chevre. Drink: 2013-2016. 295253 13.50% MD 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Great Goat Cheese Wine Full Review