Catena Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Plush and full-bodied with luscious layers of black fruit and toasty oak. Good value from one of Argentina's largest wine producers. Drink: 2013-2016. 478727 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. June 18, 2014 Full Review

La Fiole Brotte 2012, Cotes Du Rhone, France: Smoky and toasty from generous oak aging. This full-bodied, dark-fruited, pepper French red wine is smooth and ready to drink now with hearty meat dishes. The Brotte winery was founded in 1931 by Charles Brotte. This is a blend Grenache Noir and Syrah grapes. It finishes with dark spice, anise and smoke. Pair with roasted lamb or braised duck. Drink: 2013-2016. 293498 14% D 750 mL  $15.05 Score: 87/100. April 15, 2015 Full Review

Perrin & Fils Les Christins Vacqueyras 2011, Vacqueyras, Rhône A.C., France: Classic Rhone! Spicy, black fruit and black pepper aromas on the nose and palate, with smoke and dried herbs on the finish. Full-bodied and smooth, yet will also cellar well. Awesome price! Good grip on the palate. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair this robust red wine with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2021. 973453 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. October 25, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Veuve Clicquot Demi Sec Champagne, Champagne A.O.C., France: Doesn't taste sweet at all, even though there are 40 grams of residual sugar per litre. That's because the racy acidity and mouth-swarming bubbling give this wine tremendous freshness and a clean finish. Apricot loveliness and layers. Perfect aperitif. Drink: 2016-2022. 38307 12% D 750 mL  $73.00 Score: 92/100. January 8, 2017 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Château de Vaugelas Le Prieuré Carignan Syrah Grenache Mourvèdre 2011, A.C., Corbieres, Midi, France: Rustic, rugged and full-bodied with blackened fruit, toasty, tarry oak and smoke. Tasty in a full-belted kind of way. Decant for 1-2 hours. You can't beat the price for this quality. Drink: 2014-2017. 154617 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. March 5, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Schola Sarmenti Diciotto Primitivo 2008, Salento, Puglia I.G.T., Italy  379842 14% D 750 mL  $29.95. July 16, 2014 Full Review