Trapiche Medalla Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Mendoza, Argentina, Argentina: A blockbuster Argentine red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape from vines planted in 1960. Aromas of dark fruit, cigar box, mocha and smoke. Full-bodied with a great finish. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2018-2022. 568865 15% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. October 3, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Trapiche Medalla Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: A bold and juicy Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon from Argentina. Intense blackberry, cherry, nutty and fresh herb flavours on the palate. Tannins are firm. Nice now but better in another year to give the wine time to come together. Very promising. Pair with grilled burgers or tortiere. Drink: 2020-2024. 568865 14% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Inniskillin Niagara Estate Reserve Series Cabernet Franc 2012, VQA, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: This splendidly juicy, rich and layered cabernet franc is a terrific example of why Niagara does this grape and wine-style so well. It's full-bodied but not heavy and so can dance well with both hearty meats and chicken and turkey. Drink: 2013-2016. 80009527 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. September 12, 2013 Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Barbet Love Bite, Canada: Pure essence of pink grapefruit and sun-dappled orchards in Florida in this alcohol-free aperitif. Only 40 calories per can. D 355 mL  $3.00 Score: 90/100. October 17, 2024 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château Pey La Tour Réserve Du Château 2012, Bordeaux, France: After two hours open in the glass, this wine transformed: far more aromatic than on first opening and the tannins smoothed out considerably. My score is based on that more open wine. This traditional Bordeaux blend has Merlot (90%), Cabernet Sauvignon (5%), Cabernet France (3%) and Petit Verdot (2%) grapes. Although Merlot leads in the blend, this is not a far Merlot, but rather a well-structured one. The wine is aged in oak, but only 20% is new so as not to impart heavy oak notes. Classic aromas of cassis and black currant with some pepper and smoke on the nose, palate and long finish. The 2012 vintage was a strong one and it shows in this value-priced Bordeaux. The vines are planted in calcerous-clay soils. Superb balance, depth and freshness. Pair with prime rib or a rare steak. Drink: 2016-2019. 349308 14.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. September 16, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaine De La Madone Le Perréon 2016, Beaujolais A.C., France: Produced by Jean Bérerd & Fils, this jubilant almost full-bodied French red wine spills over with bright red berry fruit and spice. Terrific replays of fleshy raspberry on the palate and finish of this mouth-watering juicy wine made from the Gamay grape. The 2014 vintage is smooth and juicy with black raspberry and cranberry notes. The winery cropped back the leaf canopy on the vines to ensure better ripening and waited to harvest until October. Lovely deep garnet hue in the glass. Racy and spicy. Pair with Tex-Mex, cold cuts, mild curries and spices. Drink: 2018-2022. 981175 13% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. June 9, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Château Teyssier 2018, Montagne-Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux A.C., France: From the Montagne-Saint-Émilion wine region in the Bordeaux, Château Teyssier 2018 is a fragrant, medium-plus-bodied 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc red wine blend with crushed violets, warm plum, mocha and sweet spice aromas on the nose. Elegant and plushy on the palate with juicy plum, dried herbs, sandalwood, cinnamon, nutmeg, orange zest and well-integrated oak spice flavours on the palate. Enjoy with a roast Chateaubriand. Drink: 2024-2030. 226035 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. July 10, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Famille Perrin Réserve Côtes du Rhône Blanc 2017, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: A fantastic, medium-plus-bodied, lush Grenache Blanc, Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier white wine blend. Creamy and weighty on the palate. Ripe pear, melon, lemon curd and lime zest flavours on the palate wrapped up in a hint of smoke. Produced by the Perrin family. A fantastic-value Cotes du Rhone white wine. Drink: 2019-2019. 499509 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. July 4, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

La Pieve Barolo 2015, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: A full-bodied Barolo made from 100% Nebbiolo wine grapes. There is a lot of smoky, charry dark fruit, tar, rose petals, leather and spice flavours on the palate matched by mouth-watering acidity and grippy, firm tannins. Would definitely benefit from five more years in cellar as Barolo has a tendency to need to do. But this is a very affordable Barolo and well-worth the ageing. Pair with prime rib in the future. Drink: 2019-2030. 213132 14.50% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 91/100. January 8, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Frescobaldi Campo Ai Sassi Rosso Di Montalcino 2015, Tuscany D.O.C., Italy: Dry herbs, dust and leather on the nose of this fine and complex Italian red wine. Robust, but balanced and elegant: the ultimate food wine, especially for tomato sauces and grilled meats. Tart black cherry and good acidity on the palate. Polished tannins and smooth texture. Crisp lively finish. Decant 1 hour and enjoy. Drink: 2017-2024. 429415 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. September 30, 2017 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Tornatore Etna Bianco 2018, Etna, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: A refreshing, medium-bodied 100% Carricante with grapes sourced from Etna in the Sicily wine region with ripe stone fruit, soft orange and ginger flavours with a clean citrusy, mineral finish. Drink: 2019-2023. 577676 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. April 24, 2020 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio 2022, Südtirol Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: From the Südtirol Alto Adige wine region, Alois Lageder 2022 Pinot Grigio is produced from one of Italy's leading organic and biodynamic producers. Dry, bright and fresh with aromas of ripe peach, melon, spicy and mineral notes, the wine is rich and textured on the palate. The wine spent four months resting on its lees in stainless-steel tanks. Drinking beautifully now through 2024. Drink: 2023-2024. 35198 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. November 4, 2023 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Villa Maria Cellar Selection Merlot 2018, Hawke's Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Villa Maria Cellar Selection 2018 Merlot is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from Hawke's Bay, North Island, New Zealand. The Merlot is juicy, smooth and so easy to enjoy with its ripe plum, blackberry, blueberry and fine herb flavours supple and long on the palate. Drink or hold. Drink: 2021-2024. 17564 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. June 11, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Luis Canas Crianza Tempranillo 2014, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Lovely mature aromas of tanned leather and cigar box on the nose of this exceptionally well-priced Crianza. This robust, supple Spanish red wine is a blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Garnacha (aka Grenache) grapes. The wine was aged for 12 months in 60& French oak barrels and 40% American. Enjoy with a rack of lamb. Drink: 2014-2019. 336719 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. November 25, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Finca Nueva Reserva 2010, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Savoury and juicy with firm tannins. Smoky aromas and toasty oak with black fruit. Made from the Tempranillo grape, this wine is aged for 24 months in French oak barrels. Pair with rack of lamb. Drink: 2016-2019. 268425 14% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. October 28, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Torres Altos Ibéricos Crianza Tempranillo 2014, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A superb Spanish red wine, especially at this price point! Full-bodied, rich and layered with aromas of black fruit, dark spice, earth and toast. This robust Spanish red wine is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes, the country's flagship red wine varietal. The wine was matured for 12 months in oak barrels followed by prolonged bottle aging before being released from the winery. Pair with game meats. Serve at 17-18 degrees Celsius. Drink: 2016-2019. 18767 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. July 5, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Luis Cañas Reserva 2012, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Elegant, long and distinguished with full-bodied weight but still almost ethereal. Aromas of blackberry and smoke and earth. Tanned leather and dust. So classic. Drink: 2017-2024. 334094 14% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 90/100. March 15, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Carro Señorío De Barahonda 2017, Yecla D.O., Spain: A dry, full-bodied fruity red blend of Monastrell, Syrah, Tempranillo and Merlot with dark plum, cherry, savoury herb and earthy flavours on the palate. Easy to enjoy now with grilled chops. Drink: 2019-2020. 574426 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. September 13, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Paso Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Paso Robles, California, United States: this California Cab is as juicy on the nose as it is on the palate. Full-bodied and intense with layers of dark plum and berry flavours, dark chocolate, smoky vanilla and spicy on the palate. A definite candidate for steaks from the grill. Drink: 2020-2024. 161141 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review