Clos de los Siete 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Black pepper and fleshy black plum aromas on the nose of this blockbuster Argentine red wine, with some cassis and dark spice on a long finish. Layered, complex and deep, like math, but without the work. This red hails from one of Argentina's top producers. This wine benefits from the guidance of the famous consulting winemaker Michele Rolland. Pair this wine with asada (Argentine-style barbecued meats). Wow. Drink: 2013-2018. 622571 14.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Kaiken Terroir Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Produced by Montes, this is savoury, dark plum and cedar brush nose on this full-bodied well-priced Argentine red wine blend. Lots of mocha and dark chocolate on the nose and palate from generous oak aging. this wine was matured in oak barrels for 10 months, both new and used French oak. Pair with chorizo sausages or jambalaya. Drink: 2013-2017. 384305 14.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 25, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Catena Lunlunta Old Vines Appellation Malbec 2018, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Mendoza wine region, Catena Lunlunta 2018 Malbec is a fresh and expressive Malbec with bright blueberry, violets, earthy tones and savoury spice flavours on the palate. Grapes are whole-cluster fermented with 50% of the wine matured in oak. Very nicely done. Drink: 2021-2023. 11769 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. March 5, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Catena San Carlos Cabernet Franc 2018, San Carlos, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: San Carlos 2018 Cabernet Franc is produced by the iconic Cantena family. This is a full-bodied Cab Franc elegant with rich and ripe raspberry, red plum, blueberry flavours and well-integrated supple tannins finishing long and elegant. Drink: 2021-2023. 450106 13.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. March 19, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2012, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Love this robust Australian red wine! Gorgeously rich and full-bodied with layers of voluptuous black fruit flavours and mint. Velvet caress on the tongue. Top me up! Try it tonight with a juicy, rare steak. Pair this robust red wine with a New York strip loin steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 24091 14.90% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. April 18, 2015 Heavenly Hamburger 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

Trius Rosé 2020, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: The 2020 Trius Rosé is a heady bouquet of fresh strawberries and light florals. It’s medium-bodied with juicy, refreshing acidity to pair with seafood, fields greens, or enjoy on its own as a chilled aperitif. Drink: 2022-2023. 341743 12% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 12, 2022 Best Value Rosé Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Santa Alicia Gran Reserva De Los Andes Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Maipo Valley, Chile: This Chilean Cabernet offers incredible value and depth of flavour! Lovely dark berries and plums, with espresso and smoke on the nose. Full-bodied and smooth. Luscious layers of velvet smooth dark berry fruit on the palate and great replays of flavour. Finishes with mocha, cedar smoke and dark spice. Pair with grilled chicken or pork chops. Drink: 2012-2017. 60244 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. January 26, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Santa Ema Amplus Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Peumo, Cachapoal Valley, Chile: Minty and savoury blackberry and cassis on the nose and palate of this vibrant, meaty Chilean red wine. Loaded with fleshy black plums, blueberries and nutmeg. Some smoke on the finish. Juicy, mouth-watering and smooth. Drink: 2013-2028. 76307 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. October 25, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Veramonte Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah Merlot Carmenere 2011, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Juicy-wonderful! Just dripping with fleshy berry flavor and plums with some real vibrancy and lift on the mid-palate. I love it! This wine is a blend of about a third cabernet sauvignon, a third syrah, and the balance split between merlot and carmenere grapes. Superb craftsmanship; great value. Drink: 2013-2016. 712463 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 7, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Maipo Valley, Chile: Uber gorgeous, deep and delicious! Terrific bold red wine from Chile's Maipo Valley. This wine is made from diverse blocks of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes within the Maipo Valley. The wine was aged for 12 months in French oak barrels. A savoury and juicy Chilean cabernet sauvignon with aromas of fleshy black plums and blackberries. A full-bodied red wine that's smooth and eminently gulpable. Dark red in the glass, mouth-filling in the palate. Finishes with smoke and spice. Great depth and length in the glass and on the palate. Polished tannins and a good finish. Great with pizza or gourmet hamburgers. Drink: 2016-2020. 18721 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. January 6, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: From the Maipo Valley wine region, San Pedro 1865 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from old vines Cab Sauv. from the Alto Maipo region of Chile. Fragrant with dark berry, dark chocolate, cigar box, smoky oak aromas on the nose. The wine was aged in oak barrels, 20% new. Beautifully-balanced with ripe dark berry, grilled herbs, earthy florals, minty and spicy notes on the palate matched with good acidity for food. Tannins are structured. Cellar for three to five years or decant two hours prior to pouring with grilled game sausages, meaty or lentil stews. Drink: 2020-2024. 37911 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 94/100. March 19, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château La Condamine Corbières 2012, Midi A.C., France: Terrific richness, concentration and density of flavour on the palate -- amazing price, my friends! Fleshy black and purple plum aromas and flavours. Velvet texture. Corbières is a warm climate region in southern France famous for it's big, blockbuster red wines. Drink: 2014-2018. 374439 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Chimères 2011, Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.C., France: Love the incredible range of styles that the Rhone region produces, like this intriguing red wine blend. Full-bodied and deeply savoury. Wow, so different: love it! Violets, black plum, deep dive black raspberry into a heart of welling darkness and satisfaction. Platonic ideal of concentration and depth with a long, sensuous finish that leaves you bathed in flavour satisfaction. Pair with hearty meat dishes and deep conversations. Drink: 2013-2019. 119354 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Tessellae Old Vines Carignan 2012, Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi A.P., France: The 2012 vintage of Tessellae Old Vines Cotes du Roussillon is fresh and intriguing on the nose with fleshy black fruit and some toast. Perfect for grilled meats. Finishes with pepper and dark spice. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2017. 343517 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Peyre Blanche Cairanne 2011, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Amazing wine for the money! This robust red is a blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah grapes that offers fleshy black cherry, anise, smoke and dark spices. Drink it with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 650960 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. August 2, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Chimères 2014, Côtes du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.P., France: Love the incredible range of styles that the Rhone region produces, like this intriguing red wine blend. Full-bodied and deeply savoury. Violets, black plum, deep dive black raspberry into a heart of welling darkness and satisfaction. Platonic ideal of concentration and depth with a long, sensuous finish that leaves you bathed in flavour satisfaction. Pair with hearty meat dishes and deep conversations. Produced by Domaine Lafage, this robust Rhone red wine from 2014 vintage of this Cotes du Roussillon Chimeres is a blend of mostly Grenache and Syrah grapes, with a splash of Carignan. The wine undergoes an extended cold-soak that's not in stainless steel tanks, then fermentation in 500 litre barrels. The vineyards are located close to the village of Maury in the Rhone Valley. Drink: 2017-2022. 119354 15% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 29, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Tommasi I Pianeti Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2019, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Tommasi I Pianeti Superiore 2019 Ripasso Valpolicella Classico is rich with dark berry, cherry, dark chocolate, nutty and citrus zest flavours concentrated on the palate. Love the lingering dark chocolate finish ;). Drink or hold. Drink: 2024-2028. 32696 13.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. January 20, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review