Alamos Seleccion Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust red with great depth and complexity at an excellent price point. The grapes for this red are grown in the San Carlos region in the Uco Valley. Syrah add so much character to this blend with fleshy blackberries and cherries. It's full-bodied, balanced and smooth. Perfect for grilled meats and hard cheeses. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2017. 322800 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 25, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Elderton Friends Shiraz 2011, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Incredible concentration, depth and power for the price. Big blackberries and blackcurrants in a lovely weave of full-bodied weight and velvet texture. Be the hero of the evening with this robust wonder from the prestigious Barossa region. Liquid opulence. Drink: 2012-2015. 660480 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 11, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Pirramimma Katunga Gts 2012, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Juicy and vibrant with black and purple liqueur aromas and flavours. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. Deeply concentrated and rich with layered complexity through the palate. Lots of toasty, smoky oak that's in balance with the luscious fruit. This wine cries out for hearty meat dishes, and for you to top up your glass. Stunning complexity, depth and finish in this towering Australian red wine. Drink: 2013-2018. 203174 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Heartland Shiraz 2012, Langhorne Creek, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia: Love the nose of black cherry liqueur and mysterious dark spices that draw you head first into the glass of this robust Australian Shiraz. The palate opens up with fleshy ripe black fruit and smoke. This is such a lively, full-bodied red that's smooth and ready to drink now. Try it with pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2013-2017. 661934 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Pirramimma Stock's Hill Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2012, Australia: Fantastic! Rich, deep, layered, savoury. Wow squared. Layers of rich dark fruit and toasty oak, but not too much. This winery is consistently a great producer vintage after vintage. Drink: 2012-2016. 352252 14.90% XD 750 mL  $17.60 Score: 90/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Small Gully The Formula Robert's Shiraz 2010, South Australia, Australia: A rich, full-throttle Australian red wine that weighs in at a staggering 15.9% (why not round up?) Nonetheless it doesn't taste hot or out of balance as it has the fruit and structure to support that alcohol. Here's your go-to red when you want the most "bang" for your buck. Beats vodka by a long shot. Drink: 2012-2017. 142935 15.90% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Megalomaniac Local Squeeze White 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Love it! Juicy blend of white wine grapes that has to include the aromatic Riesling (grapes aren't listed on the bottle). Mouth-watering with just the right amount acidity and slight sweetness, beautifully balanced. There isn't a better wine for glazed ham, or medium curries. Drink: 2014-2016. 357418 11.10% M 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Casas del Bosque Reserva Carmenère 2012, Rapel Valley, Chile: Extraordinary for the money! Wow. Aromas of fleshy back fruit, toasty oak and plush, plush berries. So good. Drink: 2013-2018. 205872 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Viña Ventisquero Grey Single Block Carmenère 2011, Trinidad Vineyard, Maipo Valley, Chile: Dark and rich Carmenere with dark spice and smoke. The grapes are sourced from the winery's La Trinidad Vineyard in the coastal Maipo Valley. This robust red wine is aged 18 months in French oak barrels. Drink: 2013-2017. 325415 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. September 27, 2014 Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Viña Ventisquero Queulat Gran Reserva Pinot Noir 2012, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Lots of oak, violets and fresh earth on the nose of this Chilean red wine. It opens up with cherry berry notes on the palate. Medium-bodied and smooth. Try with veal. Drink: 2013-2017. 389213 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Zonin Velluto 2011, Veneto I.G.T., Italy: Loaded with sweet, juicy purple plums and blueberries on the nose and palate. Full-bodied and smooth. Reminds me very much of Primitivo (aka Zinfandel) in style though the grapes aren't indicated on the label. Drink: 2012-2015. 380881 13.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 85/100. October 16, 2014 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Roggiano Morellino Di Scansano 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Rustic, robust, juicy and delicious! Amazing for the price. Perfect for pizza or lasagna. Bring it (to my house). Drink: 2014-2018. 946954 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

L.A. Cetto Winery Petite Sirah 2012, Guadalupe Valley, Baja California, Mexico: A favourite of wine cheapskates everywhere: you can't get much better in decent taste for this price point in wine. Straight-forward pleasure with dark fruit and some oak. Fairly smooth and full-bodied. Drink: 2012-2015. 983742 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 86/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Thatched Hut Pinot Noir 2013, Central Otago, South Island, New Zealand: Juicy and soft Pinot Noir, but not wimpy. Cherry-berry aromas and flavours with very pleasing mouth-watering action. Vibrant and clean on the palate, with bright raspberry notes on a long finish. Polish and supple and exceptionally easy-drinking on its own or with roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2014-2019. 242933 13.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 92/100. October 25, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Merlot 2013, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: A robust, smooth New Zealand red wine, with fleshy black plums and some dark spice on the finish. Kim Crawford has that rare combination of being both popular with a wide swath of wine drinkers, and respected by even the pickiest connoisseurs. Finishes with black plum and a lick of spiced oak. Wonderful! Try it with grilled lamb or pork chops. Drink: 2014-2019. 680967 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 10, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Quinta De Cabriz Seleccionada Colheita 2011, Dão D.O.C., Portugal: This robust Portuguese red wine is smoky with black fruit aromas and flavours. Full-bodied and delicious. Perfect for parties and hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2017. 247973 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Fairview Shiraz 2011, Coastal Region, Paarl W.O., South Africa: Smoky and savoury with cigar box and dried tobacco leaves along with blackcurrant and cassis. Robust, smooth and complex. Very well made. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 626358 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Ramirez de la Piscina Crianza 2009, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Big-on black berries and wild tart woodland fruit with savoury cedar brush and garrigue and mystery. Meaty, and chompy. Drink with a fork. Great price. Steak please. Drink: 2013-2017. 383018 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wente Vineyards Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Livermore Valley, California, United States: Elegant, balanced and complex. Great price for classic Californian Cabernet. Cool-climate influences at play here. Drink: 2013-2017. 301507 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.15 Score: 89/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review