Christian Moueix Saint-Émilion, Jean-Pierre Moueix, Négoc. Merlot Blend 2006, A.C., St-Émilion, Bordeaux, France: This wine leads with merlot, and the ripe plum notes show it. There’s lots of acidity but a good balance. Medium- to full-bodied. Very nice for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2011-2014. 979955 13% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 88/100. April 2, 2011 Full Review

Pazzo Call Me Crazy Proprietary Red Bacio Divino Named Varietal Blends-Red 2007, Napa Valley, California, United States: A heavy-hitter with big black fruit, and mouth-watering juiciness. Some anise and black licorice on the finish. Very savoury and chewy. Drink: 2011-2015. 677708 14.60% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 90/100. October 15, 2011 Full Review

Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: Blackberry pie o the nose and palate wrapped in smoke and toasty oak. Fleshy, full-bodied and delicious. Pair with pepper steak. Drink: 2013-2018. 222877 14.50% D 750 mL  $175.10 Score: 92/100. March 16, 2013 Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Decoy 2012, Sonoma county, United States    $33.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review