Bodegas Lavaque Winery Conquista Malbec 2010, Argentina, Argentina: Full-bodied, smooth and pleasant with dark fruit flavours. Drink: 2012-2014. 164772 13.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 85/100. November 20, 2012 Full Review

Feudi San Pio Ripasso Superiore Valpolicella Classico 2011, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Mocha-dark chocolate on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, tannic and acidic. Pair with hearty meat dishes like a coffee-rubbed grilled chicken or steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 181446 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. September 28, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Terra D'aligi Tolos Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2007, D.O.C., Abruzzo, Italy  19166 14.50% D 750 mL  $29.95. October 13, 2011 Full Review

Emmolo Merlot 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Purple and black fleshy plums; full-bodied and somewhat sweet and over-priced, yet delicious. Drink: 2012-2015. 96024 14.90% D 750 mL  $70.00 Score: 87/100. October 27, 2012 Full Review