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Zolo Classic Fincas Patagónicas Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Top me up! You can’t argue with a wine this delicious at this price point … and if you do, you haven’t had enough of it. Rich, full-bodied with luscious blackberry and plum aromas. Yum. Blackberries and smoke on the finish. More please. Drink: 2013-2016. 183905 13.80% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. August 17, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Mount Langi Ghiran Billi Billi Shiraz 2009, Australia Victoria, Australia: Rich and luscious with terrific intensity. Great mouth-watering juiciness. A core of black cherry flavour runs through the heart of this dark wine. Ultra-satisfying and hedonistic. Some dark spice and anise on the finish. Enjoy it tonight with roast beef or grilled steak. Drink: 2012-2016. 719575 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. August 31, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Elderton Friends Shiraz 2011, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Incredible concentration, depth and power for the price. Big blackberries and blackcurrants in a lovely weave of full-bodied weight and velvet texture. Be the hero of the evening with this robust wonder from the prestigious Barossa region. Liquid opulence. Drink: 2012-2015. 660480 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 11, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Oscar's Estate Shiraz Viognier 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Like the dark hero on a romance novel: take me now! Brooding, full-bodied, muscular and well, you know, seductive. Black fruit aromas, savoury flavours with a long finish (most importantly). Again please, and again. Drink: 2012-2016. 287961 15.90% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 93/100. September 28, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
St. Hallett Gamekeeper's Shiraz Grenache 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia: Baked cherries and kirsch on the nose with a warm, peppery finish. Full-bodied and tasty. Great value. This winery has been making classic wine in the heart of the Barossa Valley since 1944. In Australia, this blend of Shiraz and Grenache grapes along with a dash of the flagship Portuguese grape Touriga Nacional is called the Gamekeeper’s Reserve. Some pepper on the finish is just right for that grilled steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 24117 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 26, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review
Turkey Flat Butchers Block Shiraz Grenache Mourvèdre 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Exceptional value! Full-bodied and delicious with aromas of fleshy black plum and berry. Round and smooth and mouth-filling. Drink: 2013-2016. 90241 14% D 750 mL  $21.25 Score: 91/100. October 26, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Emiliana Gran Reserva Cabernet Merlot 2010, Maipo Valley, Chile: A terrific wine, especially at this price. Full-bodied, juicy and richly layered with fleshy black plum and berry aromas and flavours. Superb. This organic wine has just 15 mg/l of free sulphur. Try it with a rare steak this evening. Great gift wine too -- the label looks expensive :) Drink: 2013-2015. 437947 14.60% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. October 12, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Errazuriz Single Vineyard, Max Reserva Estates Carmenère 2009, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: An incredible wine for the price! Gorgeous layers of plush black plums with a smoky weave that takes you right along to the finish. Lovely! Drink: 2012-2016. 273300 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. March 3, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Errazuriz Reserva Pinot Noir 2011, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Juicy with luscious aromas and flavours of fleshy red cherries and strawberries. Full-bodied, smooth and mouth-watering. Amazing price for this quality. Try it with roast chicken. Drink: 2012-2015. 226696 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 12, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Momo Seresin Estate Pinot Noir 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Big and juicy with pleasingly tart and vibrant cherry aromas and flavours. Mouth-watering acidity is fantastic for a range of dishes. Smooth and medium- to full-bodied. Very tasty. Absolutely needs food. Made by the film director of many famous movies, including several of the Harry Potter series. Drink: 2012-2016. 163972 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 28, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review
Marques de Riscal Reserva 2008, Rioja, Spain Drink: 2012-2020. 32656 14% XD 750 mL  $29.25. March 1, 2012 Full Review

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