Limited Edition Syrah 2005, Mendoza, Argentina: My favorite wine in a terrific line-up from this producer. Generous, balanced and plush. Aged 12 months in French oak. Aromas of violets, cinnamon and blackberry. Superb. 14% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 96/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Las Perdices Bodega Juan Muñoz Lopez Torrontés 2010, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina: A profusion of white flowers, white peach and sunshine. This is simply glorious and will dance with Asian dishes, seafood and roast chicken. Drink: 2012-2015. 267823 14% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

McWilliams Chardonnay 2007, Australia: A voluptuously layered, full-bodied Chardonnay with delicious notes of ripe peach, butterscotch and melon. Nicely balanced. This is an incredible price for a wine of this quality. Top me up! 91744 14% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 87/100. July 11, 2009 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Fielding Estate Winery Unoaked Chardonnay 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: A fresh, lively, mouth-watering white with mercifully no oak. What you get is pure fruit essence and refreshment. Lovely notes of green apple and white peach. This wine was a Double Gold winner at the 2010 All-Canadian Wine Awards. Incredible price. Drink: 2011-2015. 164491 12.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Tawse Winery Inc. Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Complex almond and baking spice nose followed by a sunburst of green apple and white peach. Superb! Drink: 2011-2016. 253518 13% XD 375 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. November 12, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Cono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Viognier 2009, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Everything’s coming up daisies with the 2009 Cono Sur Viognier, a lovely wine with notes of field flowers, peach and dried apricot. There’s a fresh breeze running through this wine that will leave you longing for more of it and the cheese. Drink: 2010-2013. 64287 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.00 Score: 87/100. December 10, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Valle Andino Reserva Especial Agricola Y Commercial Santa Camila Syrah 2008, Colchagua Valley, Rapel Valley, Chile: Pretty darn amazing for the price, even at twice the price. Lusciously ripe black fruit with layers of juicy pleasure that will make you regret buying only one bottle. Full-bodied and some kinda wonderful. Drink: 2012-2015. 272682 14.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 91/100. June 23, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Willy Gisselbrecht Tradition Riesling 2010, A.C., Alsace, France: Lovely lime blossom and lemon peel with mouth-watering juiciness and the faintest hint of natural sweetness. Lovely food companion for many dishes. Drink: 2012-2016. 169011 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Paul Anheuser Kabinett Schlossböckelheimer Königsfels Riesling 2009, Prädikatswein, Nahe, Germany: Citrus peel aromas lead the way in this pale lemon yellow wine, as well as ripe lime, green apple and a stony-clay minerality. Off-dry on the palate, with lime cordial, and a streak of racy acidity that nicely complements the sweetness. The finish is citrus-infused ,long, and crisp. Absolutely lovely! Soft and floral with ripe peach and pear in the background. Love it! Light- to medium-bodied with a touch of sweetness. Soft but balanced acidity. Drink: 2010-2018. 161828 10% MD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. October 15, 2016 Top Rated White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

L.A. Cetto Winery Petite Sirah 2003, Guadalupe Valley, Baja California, Mexico: You can't beat this price! Year after year, a consistently good producer of full-bodied and tasty reds. Not for analysis, just pure enjoyment. Great party wine. Drink: 2012-2014. 983742 14% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 87/100. February 14, 2009 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Southbank Chardonnay 2010, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Staggeringly great for the price! Full-bodied, rich and generous with aromas of peach, pear, green apple and toasty oak. Drink: 2012-2015. 278523 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Lawson's Dry Hills Dry Hills Gewürztraminer 2009, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Gorgeous! Exotic with lychee, rose petal and baking spices. Perfect with Asian and spicy dishes. Looooove it! Drink: 2012-2016. 60129 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Tormentoso Old Vine Man Vintners Chenin Blanc 2011, W.O., Paarl, South Africa: Lovely! Exotic and faint floral aromas with white peach and melon. Gorgeous aperitif or seafood companion. Drink: 2012-2015. 278366 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Faustino V Tempranillo Rosado 2011, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: A robust and deeply satisfying rose, yet not heavy. Bone-dry and refreshing with gorgeous aromas of dark raspberries. Perfect. Drink: 2012-2014. 700534 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 91/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Full Review

Torres Gran Coronas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2005, D.O., Penedès, Spain: A stunningly delicious and balanced red with full-bodied notes of black fruit, vanilla smoke, dark spices and rich mocha goodness. Crack it open beside the barbecue. This wine is part of the Vintages Essentials Collection. Drink now. Right now. 626721 13.50% XD 375 mL  $9.95 Score: 91/100. June 26, 2010 Full Review

Fetzer Sundial Chardonnay 2009, California, United States: A classic Californian Chardonnay that's butter, round, and tasty. Full-bodied but not heavy -- terrific balance. Aromas of apples, tropical fruit and butterscotch-vanilla toast. Yum! Drink: 2011-2013. 291674 13% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 22, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Apothic Wine Apothic Red California 2009, California, United States: A round, plummy, medium-bodied blend of zinfandel, merlot and syrah grapes that delivers plenty of pleasure. Some mocha notes and a generous, mouth-filling smooth texture. Yum! Drink: 2011-2013. 234369 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. March 7, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

J. Lohr Hilltop Chardonnay 2009, California, United States: Wonderful for the price point! Oaky, buttery, full-bodied with generous layers of green apple flavours. Drink: 2011-2014. 230516 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. June 22, 2012 Full Review