St. Hallett Blackwell Shiraz 2010, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Gorgeous hue of dark violet in the glass hints at the intensity of this wine on the palate. Smoky, toasty oak wraps around black, brooding dark fruit aromas. Full-bodied and smooth. Hedonistic mingling of fleshy blackberry and dark spices. Great framework and balance; long finish. Try it with prime rib. Drink: 2012-2019. 535104 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. October 11, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Pirramimma Shiraz 2011, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Very peppery Australian red wine with a black plum mantle and warming shawl of mouth-filling flavour. The superb 2011 vintage was ideal for ripening Shiraz. the grapes were selected from vineyards such as War Horse, Johnson Prolific, Bellevue and Bullrush. Finishes with vanilla bean and black pepper. Drink: 2013-2018. 987784 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 11, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2011, South Australia, Australia: A rich, complex, full-bodied red wine blend of Cabernet and Shiraz grapes from one of Australia's best producers. Black cherry liqueur aromas and flavours on the nose and mid-palate. Pair with grilled meats. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2018. 309625 14.50% D 750 mL  $100.00 Score: 93/100. November 22, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Carmenere 2011, Maule Valley, Chile: Wow, this single vineyard Carmenere rocks! Carmenere is arguably the flagship red wine of Chile. It has it all: concentrated, rich black fruit flavours and depth, yet it's supple and smooth with a long finish. Velvet on the palate, lingering in the mind. This robust red wine finishes with notes of cassis and dried tobacco. Great balance and depth. Try it with a rack of lamb tonight. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2017. 249201 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 11, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Château Clarke 2009, Listrac-Médoc, Bordeaux A.C., France: A spectacular red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that's a third the price of comparable quality Bordeaux. Complex, rich and deep. The 2009 vintage was overshadowed by 2010, but when you find a gem like this one, snatch it up by the case. Great cellar candidate. Pair with fine cuts of beef. Drink: 2015-2022. 503904 14% XD 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 94/100. April 16, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zenato Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2010, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Baked prunes and blackberry pie with dried fruit and spice. Very baked and full-bodied. Pair with wild boar or brontosaurus burgers. Drink: 2014-2020. 413179 16% D 750 mL  $52.95 Score: 91/100. July 10, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review