Catena Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied red wine made from high mountain vines and featuring enticing aromas of dark fruit and smoke on the nose. Supremely satisfying velvet texture with gorgeously fleshy black plums and dark berries. Perfect for dinner parties or casual gatherings. This winery sources its Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from four different vineyards in the Andes for greater complexity. Lovely spice and pepper on the finish. Try with hearty meat dishes and BBQ meats. This wine was made using a five-day cold maceration to concentrate it's flavours. Then is was aged in oak for a year. It's a blend of 4 vineyards and the grapes aside from cabernet sauvignon include: 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot. Drink: 2014-2018. 985002 13.90% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. April 12, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Don David Reserve Malbec 2012, Calchaquí Valley, Salta, Argentina: Especially gorgeous for the price: this is my new party wine. Wow. Rich blackberry and black plum with mouth-watering juiciness and satisfying full-bodied weight. Winemaker Michel Torino is much-respected for his robust, flavourful Malbec wines made in the Cafayate region of northern Argentina. Some of his vineyards are planted at the highest elevations above sea level for viticulture worldwide, which gives them an extra dimension of balance and complexity. Pair with gourmet hamburgers tonight. Drink: 2013-2017. 64998 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. May 16, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

George Wyndham Founder's Reserve Shiraz 2012, Langhorne Creek, Australia: A gloriously rich and full-bodied Australian Shiraz with aromas of black fruit, violets, toasty oak and dried herbs. Such a pleasant balance here with a naturally pleasing bite for food. Layered and complex and deep. Yes please! Pair with meat lovers' or pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2013-2018. 107904 14.90% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 15, 2014 Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Tessellae Old Vines Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre 2013, Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi A.P, France: The 2013 vintage of Tessellae Old Vines Cotes du Roussillon is fresh and intriguing on the nose with fleshy purple plums, black fruit and some toast. Perfect for grilled meats. Finishes with pepper and dark spice. Highly recommended. Drink: 2015-2019. 343517 14% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 93/100. September 5, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

M. Chapoutier Belleruche 2013, Rhône Valley AOC, France: Rich, savoury and full-bodied: this southern French red wine has it all. This is a Rhone Valley blend of Grenache and Syrah from one of the region's most respected producers who has been making wine since 1808. The price point is amazing for this quality. Drink: 2014-2018. 328831 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 5, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review

Fairview Shiraz 2011, Coastal Region, Paarl W.O., South Africa: Smoky and savoury with cigar box and dried tobacco leaves along with blackcurrant and cassis. Robust, smooth and complex. Very well made. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 626358 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Palacios Remondo La Montesa Crianza 2012, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A full-bodied Spanish wine from a great vintage and a well-respected producer. Aromas of black fruit, smoke and dark spice. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 674572 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. October 24, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Wente Vineyards Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Livermore Valley, California, United States: Elegant, balanced and complex. Great price for classic Californian Cabernet. Cool-climate influences at play here. Drink: 2013-2017. 301507 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.00 Score: 89/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review