Salentein Reserve Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Round, polished tannins give a velvet mouth-feel. This wine was aged 12 months in French oak. A richly hued wine that finishes with black plum, mocha and vanilla spice and a lick of black pepper. Pair with game dishes and duck comfit. Drink: 2015-2017. 640854 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 12, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Los Clop Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Paraje Altamira, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From the Uco Valley, Los Clop Reserva 2015 is fragrant with ripe cassis and rich on the palate with blackberry, crushed red berries and mint, balanced with food-friendly acidity and rich tannins throughout. Drink or hold. José Clop, a Spanish immigrant, founded Los Clop in 1880 which is now run by his great-grandchildren. Drink: 2019-2024. 668327 14.30% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. July 16, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

La Mascota Gran Mascota Malbec 2015, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: This wine was aged in French oak barrels for 18 months. Pair with grilled meats. Gran Mascota 2015 is a deep and dark medium-plus bodied Malbec with lots of Mulberry, blueberry, black plum and savoury spice flavours on the palate. Acidity is nicely balanced and tannins are soft and supple. Drink now and for the next three years. Drink: 2019-2024. 443333 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. October 2, 2019 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Wirra Wirra Church Block Cabernet Shiraz Merlot 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Juicy and savoury dark fruit on this full-bodied Australian red wine. Black and fleshy purple plums and ripe berries dominate. Smooth. Great for a pepper steak. Drink: 2013-2017. 24034 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. June 11, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Brancaia Tre 2013, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: A spicy, racy, robust Italian red wine with aromas of dark plums and berries. Finishes with cedar spice and smoke from oak aging. Pair with pasta in a tomato meat sauce. Drink: 2015-2019. 164715 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. August 6, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Tenuta Di Castiglioni 2013, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: A blockbuster blend of Cabernet and Merlot grapes with a splash of Sangiovese from northern Italy. The 2013 vintage is very fresh, more so than the 2012 vintage (which was a strong one). A lot of elegance in the glass here. Pair with braised beef. Drink: 2016-2021. 145920 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. October 17, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mazzei Ser Lapo Chianti Classico Riserva 2014, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: The Mazzei family have been the owners of this Italian winery, Castello di Fonterutoli, since 1435. The 2014 was a cool and wet vintage year for Tuscany, but this Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo is expressive with a floral and fresh red berry nose and dark red fruits and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Tannins are a bit grippy, but this should resolve in time. Drink: 2018-2023. 288530 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 1, 2018 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Jardin Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa Drink: 2016-2019. 663302 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95. June 11, 2016 Full Review

Bodegas Hermanos Perez Pascuas El Pedrosal Crianza 2014, Ribera del Duero D.O., Spain: A savoury, juicy Spanish red wine from the heart of the Ribera del Duero region. Made from the classic Tempranillo grape and aged 12 months in French and American oak. Pair with leg of lamb. Drink: 2017-2024. 540070 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 1, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Joel Gott Wines 815 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Napa Valley, California, United States: Juicy and savoury with enticing herbs and meaty notes mid-palate. Very intriguing. Full-bodied and smooth with some dark spices on the finish along with cedar brush. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2019. 444059 13.90% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 30, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Blissful Blue Cheese Wine Full Review