François Lurton Pinot Gris 2010, Uco Valley, Argentina: Lovely white peach aromas in this flavourful pinot gris. Remarkable quality for the price point. Zippy notes of lime and citrus zest make it a great aperitif or companion to many dishes. Drink: 2010-2013. 556746 13% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 88/100. January 3, 2012 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Don Cristobal 1492 Bonarda 2010, Ugarteche, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina: Juicy, full-bodied and simple but you can't beat the price. Pair with hearty meat dishes and meat lovers pizza. Drink: 2012-2014. 261941 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 86/100. March 3, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. 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

Filus Torrontés 2011, Salta, Argentina: Pretty and simple with lots of light laughter and pleasure. White flowers and lime lift. Drink: 2012-2014. 273581 13.10% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Crios Domino Del Plata Torrontés 2011, Argentina, Argentina: A profusion of white flowers and happiness. Just the right amount of acidity for almost all dishes, except maybe steak. Lively and pretty. Life is beautiful. Drink: 2012-2015. 1834 13.50% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Zuccardi Serie A Chardonnay Viognier 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: A terrific, lovely white with floral and white peach notes. No heavy oak. Summer day wine. Drink: 2012-2015. 262097 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

La Posta Estela Armando Vineyard Bonarda 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Very balanced with lovely fleshy dark plums, smoke and a dry, chalky finish. Lots of layers of enjoyment here with a medium- to full-bodied weight. Drink: 2012-2015. 261586 13.90% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Alamos The Wines Of Catena Torrontés 2011, Salta, Argentina: Pretty and floral with very pleasant lime blossom aromas. Medium-bodied and ultra food-friendly. Drink: 2012-2014. 81539 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. September 29, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Doña Paula Los Cardos Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied with big purple and black plums. Fleshy and full-bodied, willing to go where you want to go. Drink: 2012-2014. 11942 13.80% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. September 29, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Familia Zuccardi Organica Torrontés 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Gorgeous floral aromatics on this organic wine has just 8 mg/l of free sulphur. Medium- to almost full-bodied with mouth-watering acidity for seafood and grilled chicken. Some white peach on the finish. Lovely, especially for the price. Drink: 2012-2015. 232694 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Alamos The Wines Of Catena Torrontés 2012, Salta, Argentina: Pretty and floral with very pleasant lime blossom aromas. Medium-bodied and ultra food-friendly. Such an aromatic and characterful wine. It reminds me of some of my favourite supporting actors, which don't always have their name at the top of the marquee, but nonetheless put in a memorable performance. Torrontés is the signature white wine of Argentina. This one especially is a terrific one to try if you haven't done so yet. Great value. Drink: 2012-2015. 81539 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. July 6, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Alfredo Roca Pinot Noir 2012, San Rafael Mendoza, Argentina: The vines for this wine grow in the southernmost region of Mendoza, which has the cool climate needed to create balanced, quality pinot noir. Incredible Pinot for the money: you simply will not get a better tasting pinot at this price. Grab a case or five. Lovely fleshy ripe cherries. New World style. There's vanilla smoke, spice and blackberry on the finish. Try it with roast chicken for a juicy combination. Drink: 2013-2016. 32979 13.30% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 18, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Rosemount Estate Diamond Label Pinot Grigio 2011, South Australia, Australia: Absolutely terrific for the price! Wow. Crisp, clean and vibrant with notes of lime and chives. Great aperitif or food companion. Drink: 2012-2015. 112813 12.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. June 22, 2012 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada: Very nice! Fat, luscious aromas and flavours of melon. Not herbal (thank-you). I like it a lot, and the price even better. Bring on summer, bring on refreshment. Drink: 2012-2017. 430546 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. June 22, 2012 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Mike Weir Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Grassy fresh, herbal and chives. Medium-bodied, mouth-watering and refreshing. Drink: 2012-2014. 686972 12.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. October 27, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

G. Marquis Vineyards The Red Line Riesling 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Very mild and light-bodied with soft acidity. Pleasant notes of lime blossom and sun-dapped red apples. Lovely aperitif on the deck or dock. Drink: 2011-2014. 274670 12.80% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 87/100. June 22, 2012 Full Review

Featherstone Winery Rosé 2011, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Lovely sipper with soft strawberry notes and flavours. Great aperitif or food companion. 117861 12% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. May 12, 2012 Best Value Rosé. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Sibling Rivalry White 2010, Niagara Escarpment, Canada: Such a pretty wine! This blend of chardonnay, riesling and gewurztraminer grapes offers lovely aromas of white flowers, peach and pear. Great aperitif or partner to salads, seafood, roast chicken and pork. Such an incredibly great price that it’s bound to put an end to most sibling arguments, including who’s paying for the wine. Produced by Niagara’s Henry of Pelham Estate Winery. Drink: 2012-2014. 126144 12% MD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. March 1, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Wayne Gretzky Estates Estate Series Sauvignon Blanc 2008, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: Ontario Sauvignon Blanc is starting to turn heads as this adaptable variety continues to establish a firm foothold in the wine-growing regions. The 2008 Estate Series spent 15 months in oak and offers notes of green grass, lime rind, toast and yellow plum. Dry, medium bodied and fruity with a creamy texture and a nice interplay between the fruit and oak, supported by a bright and racy acidity. My note: Juicy and tasty with lovely ripe Asian pear and melon. Like a summer’s day. I really like this style because it’s not grassy. Medium-bodied and very versatile with food. Drink: 2011-2013. 230771 11.70% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. June 25, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Mike Weir Winery Riesling 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Mineral-petrol nose with fleshy ripe peach. A touch a sweetness makes this very food friendly. Great mouth-watering acidity. Drink: 2012-2016. 229286 11% M 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Inniskillin Niagara Estate Okanagan Reserve Chardonnay 2009, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: Enticing smoky buttered notes on the nose with ripe Asian pear, vanilla and almond on the palate. Full-bodied and richly layered. 423236 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 7, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Calamus Estate Winery Cosmic White Named Varietal Blends-White 2009, Niagara Escarpment, Canada: Ripe melon notes and the sweetness make this wine a pleasant sipper with spicy dishes that have some heat. This wine is a blend of riesling, chardonnay and gewurztraminer. Drink: 2011-2012. 255893 12% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 86/100. January 7, 2012 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Tawse Winery Inc. Sketches Of Niagara Riesling 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Stunning! Incredibly intensity of flavor and mouth-filling juiciness. Medium-bodied. This winery truly deserves its reputation. Drink: 2011-2015. 89029 10% MD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Trumpour's Mill The Grange of Prince Edward County Reisling 2007, V.Q.A., P.E.C., Ontario, Canada: Big petrol nose but I love it! Lots of mineral depth and layers of flavor with some ripe peach underneath. Mouth-watering and savory. 28258 11.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 86/100. December 1, 2009 Full Review

Trius Winery at Hillebrand Trius Sauvignon Blanc 2009, V.Q.A, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Terrific mouth-watering flavours of ripe green melon and grapefruit. Ultra-refreshing and perfect for salads, seafood and sparkling conversation. Drink: 2010-2012. 1070681 13% D 750 mL  $14.05 Score: 87/100. December 10, 2011 Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Open Rose 2009, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, VQA, Canada: A delightful rose with a field of fresh strawberries and raspberries wafting up from the glass. So pretty! Medium-bodied. A real crowd pleaser, though you should also drink it on your own on the patio or deck: it pairs perfectly with that novel you've been wanting to read. Drink: 2009-2012. 175349 11.30% D 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. June 6, 2011 Best Value Rosé Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Sibling Rivalry Chardonnay Riesling Gewurztraminer 2011, V.Q.A., Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Such a pretty wine! Lovely aromas of white flowers, peach and pear. Great aperitif or partner to salads, seafood, roast chicken and pork. Incredibly great price. Produced by Henry of Pelham Winery. Drink: 2011-2013. 126144 12% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. June 22, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Sibling Rivalry Pink 2010, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada: Pretty perfumed aromas of ripely sweet field strawberries and sun-kissed small raspberries. Mouth-watering and refreshing. Drink: 2010-2013. 171033 11.80% MS 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. June 22, 2012 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Flat Rock Cellars Pinot Noir Rosé 2010, V.Q.A., Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: Notes of strawberry, red cherry, sweetgrass and mineral on the nose. The palate is dry and medium bodied with a red fruit core, subtle tannins and a nice acidity. Enjoy as a refreshing sipper. My note: A lovely silk-lined basket of fresh summer field berries. Delightful aperitif or food companion to grilled veggies and salmon. Top me up, will you? Drink: 2010-2012. 39974 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. June 11, 2011 Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery Riesling 2011, Lake Erie North Shore, Ontario VQA, Canada: Dry, crisp and refreshing with lime and lemon notes. Nice aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2012-2014. 326249 12.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. September 12, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Blasted Church Vineyards Pinot Gris 2011, V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: Fresh, crisp and clean with lime, green apple and white tart peach. Great aperitif or companion to seafood. Mouth-watering acidity. Drink: 2013-2015. 353128 13% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 88/100. December 7, 2013 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Angels Gate Winery Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2010, Vqa, Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Vibrant and refreshing with lemon-lime aromas and flavours. Great mouth-watering acidity for food, including fish and shellfish. Lanolin finish. Drink: 2013-2015. 352385 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. August 17, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Valle Andino Reserva Especial Syrah 2008, Colchagua Valley, Rapel Valley, Chile: A full-bodied red wine with a supple, smooth texture and seductive dark spices. 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. The parent winery of Valle Andino is Agricola Y Commercial Santa Camila. Full-bodied and some kinda wonderful. Drink: 2013-2016. 272682 14.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. January 18, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Arboleda Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Acongagua Valley, Chile: Vintages Wine Panel: Founded by Chilean superstar Eduardo Chadwick of Viña Errazuriz fame and California’s Robert Mondavi (Chadwick now owns solely the winery), Arboleda is dedicated to producing premium and super-premium quality wines. This intensely aromatic Sauvignon Blanc features aromas of typical fresh-cut grass, gooseberry, green peas and citrus fruit characteristics. This crisp and fresh wine is a fine choice as an aperitif. My note: Grassy-great! Refreshing and zippy with tasty notes of lemon, lime and chives. Please top me up! Drink: 2010-2013. 223007 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. June 11, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Tabalí Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Limarí Valley, Chile: Grassy-fresh sauvignon with clean, crisp lines. Come-alive lime and chives... Bring on all sorts of food pairings. Drink: 2012-2014. 662999 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Torres Las Mulas Organic Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Curico, Chile: An amazing and refreshing white for this price point! Herbal and lime aromas with loads of mouth-watering juiciness for salads and seafood. Serve chilled at 10ºC. Drink: 2010-2013. 272609 13% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. June 22, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Santa Rita Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Terrifically refreshing! Herbal with vibrant notes of chives and lemongrass. Mouth-watering and clean. Amazing price. Drink: 2012-2014. 275677 13.50% D 750 mL  $12.45 Score: 89/100. June 22, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Concha y Toro Reserva Concha Y Toro Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Casablanca, Rapel, Limarí Valleys, Chile: Classic Chilean Sauvignon Blanc with grassy good aromas and herbal refreshment. Terrific acidity for food. Clean and crisp. Drink: 2012-2014. 649129 13.40% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. June 9, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Caliterra Tributo Single Vineyard Algarrobo Block Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Leyda Valley, Chile: Refreshing and grassy with come-alive flavours of lime and chives. Wake up to spring and the rest of your life. Drink: 2012-2014. 283648 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. June 9, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

J. Bouchon Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Maule Valley, Chile: Great wine for the price! Crisp and refreshing yet not too grassy. Nice aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2012-2014. 531749 13% XD 750 mL  $10.45 Score: 87/100. September 12, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Paul Mas Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2011, Pays D'oc IGP, France: Dark chocolate, mocha and espresso on the nose from generous oak aging. Dark fleshy plums and berries wrapped in smoke on the palate. Great wine for hearty meat dishes, including meat lovers' pizza. Excellent price. Drink: 2013-2016. 293134 14% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. March 7, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Château de Pocé Touraine Domaine Chainier Sauvignon Blanc 2011, A.O.P., Touraine, Loire, France: Terrific lemon vibrancy and mouth-watering juiciness for food, especially salads and vegetarian dishes. Not too herbal, with a medium body weight. A stunningly great price for such taste and quality. This would also make a great aperitif. Drink: 2012-2016. 313569 12.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Domaine de Ménard Cuvée Marine 2011, I.G.P., Côtes-De-Gascogne, Southwest, France: Lemon and nettles on the noses, with lots of mouth-watering acidity for food on the palate. Medium-bodied, clean and crisp. Great for seafood or salads. Nicely balanced. Drink: 2012-2014. 310201 11.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine Roumagnac Rencontres 2010, A.O.P., Fronton, Southwest, France: Savoury, delicious and decidedly different. Aromas of purple plum and blueberry with a blackberry-smoke finish. Smooth and gulpable. Drink: 2013-2015. 311472 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. February 2, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Les Halos De Jupiter 2010, A.C., Costières De Nîmes, Rhône, France: This savoury blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Carignan grapes is full-bodied, rustic and tasty. Amazingly great price for this quality. Aromas of wild black cherry and cedar forest. Drink now, right now. Drink: 2013-2015. 309153 14.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Beauvignac Les Costières De Pomerols Picpoul De Pinet 2011, A.C., Côteaux De Languedoc, Sud De France, Midi, France: Dry and green and more approachable than gruner veltliner or vinho verdhe. Refreshing and crisp with green herbal notes. Drink: 2012-2015. 350124 12.50% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Joseph Cattin Riesling 2011, A.C., Alsace, France: Crisp, fresh and clean. This medium-bodied white offers lovely aromas of white melon and lime lift. It also was awarded the Gold Medal at the Paris Concours Général Agricole in 2012. Terrific clean finish which makes it a great aperitif or companion to many dishes from seafood to salads. Drink: 2013-2016. 259788 12.40% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Domaine Jacky Marteau Sauvignon Touraine 2011, A.C., Loire, France: Tart, green and refreshing: big lime and grass notes. Terrific price. Drink: 2012-2014. 745349 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Blanc Cyril Marès, Vign. 2011, A.C., Costières De Nîmes, Rhône, France: Dry, crisp and clean and excellently priced! If you like pinot grigio, give this white a shake. Drink: 2012-2015. 701094 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. October 27, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Les Vignes Bila-Haut M. Chapoutier 2010, A.C., Midi, France: A spectacular wine, let alone for this price. Get yourself a case or two if you love juicy, full-bodied reds with racy, spicy dark red fruit, cedar notes and long-lasting pleasure. Drink: 2012-2017. 168716 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. September 29, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Château D'aquéria Jean Olivier, Producteur Rosé 2011, A.C., Tavel, Rhône, France: The rose I drink for personal pleasure and stock up every year. Bone-dry, complex with field berry notes and a long, dry finish. Drink: 2012-2014. 712000 13.50% XD 375 mL  $10.45 Score: 93/100. May 12, 2012 Top Rated Rosé. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Château De Bord La Croix De Frégère Laudun, Brotte, Aimé Et Pascal Fayolle, Prop.-Récolt. 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: A rich and delicious red with robust layers of black cherry, smoke and cherry. Mouth-watering and juicy with delicious flavours, especially for this price point. Drink: 2012-2016. 264218 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Foncalieu La Réserve Du Crouzau St. Gervais 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: An incredible wine for this price point! Rich, full-bodied, offering generous layers of fleshy blackberries and dark fruit. Buy a case while it lasts. Drink: 2012-2016. 142943 15.10% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Pierre Sparr Réserve Pinot Gris 2009, A.C., Alsace, France: Absolutely fantastic, and a steal at this price! Gorgeous aromas of white peach and melon with just a hint of light spice on the finish. Medium- to full-bodied and delicious. Drink: 2012-2016. 983395 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Perrin & Fils Réserve Côtes du Rhône Blanc 2010, Côtes du Rhône A.C., France: Lovely! Not too oaky or fruity... Just a delicious blend of earth and sunshine. Full-bodied with layers of Asian pear and a hint of smoke. Drink: 2012-2015. 499509 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Domaine La Montagnette Signargues Les Vignerons D'estezargues 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Incredible richness and concentration like black cherry liqueur, though the wine is dry. Layers of liquid velvet and smoke. Very delicious! Drink: 2012-2015. 235002 14.10% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. March 3, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Blanc Cyril Marès, Vign. 2012, Costières De Nîmes, Rhone, France: Dry, crisp and clean and excellently priced! If you like pinot grigio, give this white a try. Some terrific floral notes on the finish. In the early twentieth-century, the Marès family started making wine in Algeria, but later moved to Bordeaux to start Château Puy Castéra and then on to the Rhone in the Costières de Nîmes region for this coveted winery. This wine is a zesty blend of Grenache Blanc and Roussanne grapes. Try is with fresh seafood. Drink: 2013-2015. 701094 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. January 18, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Domaine De La Gitonnièree Touraine Vign. De Thézéa-La-Romaine Sauvignon Blanc 2011, A.C., Loire, France: Pure lemon and lanolin essence! Stunning with no heavy oak but packed with flavour and body. Great acidity for food. Double yum! Previous vintages of this wine have won the Silver Medal at the Concours des Vins du Val de Loire. Vibrant, clean and fresh with a long, racy finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 168914 12.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. August 17, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Cheval Quancard Réserve Blanc Meritage 2011, A.C., Bordeaux, France: Intriguingly different with spices, Asian pear and some campfire aromas from the toasty oak. Good acidity for roast chicken. Excellent price. Drink: 2013-2016. 336842 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. August 17, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling 2011, Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany: Love it! There's simply no better value on the shelf. Lime blossom gorgeous. The alcohol is refreshingly low, yet this is no wimpy wine: it's packed with flavour. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to many dishes. Some terrific white pear and lime blossom on the finish. Try it with just about anything, but start with seafood. Drink: 2012-2016. 599274 8.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 91/100. July 6, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Lingenfelder Bird Label Riesling 2012, Qualitätswein, Pfalz, Germany: Magnificent for the price point! Floral with fleshy ripe peach yet airy and refreshing. Medium-bodied with a peach blossom finish. Slight sweetness lends food versatility, yet it's not at all cloying. Drink: 2013-2015. 568634 10.50% M 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. September 28, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling 2005, Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany: Love it! No better value on the shelf. Lime blossom gorgeous. Drink: 2012-2016. 599274 8.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Lingenfelder Bird Label Riesling 2010, Q.B.A., Pfalz, Germany: Summer forever! I'm buying 2 cases. Light-bodied with delicate pear and peach aromas. The moderated sweetness makes it a divine aperitif or companion to many dishes from glazed ham to Asian and spicy. Drink: 2012-2016. 568634 10.50% M 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. June 9, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Sparkling Riesling, Deutscher Sekt, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany: Fans of Dr. L Riesling will lap this bubbly up, literally! It's fresh and crisp with lovely white peach and toasty pear notes. And my goodness, the price: you can't beat it. Is it a typo? Stock up for your weddings and big parties now. Try with fresh steam lobster and a marriage proposal. Drink: 2012-2015. 296095 12% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Puklus Pincészet Tokaji Yellow Muscat 2012, Tokaj-Hegyalja, Hungary: Beautiful concentration of lemon essence! Here's a dessert wine that's not cloying sweet, and will be perfect with lemon or poppy seed cake. Oh yum. Drink: 2013-2017. 46508 13.50% M 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 92/100. September 28, 2013 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Pinot Grigio 2012, Valdadige, Alto Adige, Trentino, Italy: One of the best values for pinot grigio in the liquor store! Fresh, clean and crisp with sunshine bright aromas of lemon zest, lime blossom and white peach. Amazingly great price for this half bottle size. Perfect for nights when you put on comfy jeans and your favourite TV show. Drink: 2013-2015. 687558 12.50% XD 375 mL  $10.45 Score: 89/100. January 18, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Salice Salentino Riserva, Cantele 2009, Puglia, Italy: Vibrant, juicy and lip-smacking delicious! Full-bodied, savoury and deep red wine. Dark fruit and smooth. Great price, especially for a DOC! Terrific Old World character, but blended with New World vitality and energy. The grapes for this wine are grown on the Salentine peninsula in southeastern Italy, known as the “heel of the boot.” The robust red wine is a blend of mostly negroamaro grapes and some malvasia nera grapes. Try it with hearty meat dishes tonight. Drink: 2013-2015. 724328 13% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. January 18, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Kellerei St. Magdalena Cantina Produttori Bolzano Pinot Grigio 2011, D.O.C., Südtirol - Alto Adige Trentino, Italy: Fresh, fresh, fresh! Lemon zest, lime and some green apple. Terrific mouth-watering acidity. Medium-bodied. Great price. Try with pasta and cream sauce. Drink: 2012-2015. 249466 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

La Marca Prosecco, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: An excellent price for this crisp and refreshing bubbly! Lime-grapefruit notes with a clean, dry finish. 287987 11% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 87/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Castelforte Vinea, Riondo Corvina 2009, I.G.T., Veneto, Italy: Great value! Juicy purple and black plums aromas and flavours with some black pepper on top. Full-bodied and delicious. Savour the price you paid for this wine. Drink: 2012-2015. 230649 13.50% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Zenato Lugana Di San Benedetto 2010, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Crisp, refreshing without any heavy oak. Great aperitif. If you like pinot grigio, try this one. Drink: 2012-2014. 707158 13% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. March 3, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Borgo Conventi Ruffino Pinot Grigio 2010, D.O.C., Isonzo Del Friuli, Italy: Classic pinot grigio! White peach, a little grapefruit, clean and crisp with no heavy oak. Great aperitif or partner to many dishes. Drink: 2012-2015. 13276 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2012 Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Peter Zemmer Pinot Grigio 2010, D.O.C., Alto Adige, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Peter Zemmer is one of the Italian producers from the cool North who is sparing no detail in producing exceptional Pinot Grigio. He grows his vines on prime sites, reduces yields during the year and again on the sorting table, and then slowly ferments his wines in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats to achieve fine balance and optimum freshness. My note: Fresh and alive like spring white linens blowing in the breeze. Lime and lemon zest. Mouth-watering and medium-bodied. Drink: 2011-2015. 95802 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. December 10, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Monte del Frá Bardolino 2010, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Love it! Peppery and peppy with ripe blackberry and black plum aromas and flavours. Very delicious! Drink: 2012-2014. 134544 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

L'antico Di Burchino Vigna Casanova Chianti 2010, D.O.C.G.,Tuscany, Italy: This lovely, juicy, full-bodied organic/biodynamic wine has just 6 mg/l of free sulphur. It's a pleasant treat for the senses, both nose and mouth. Great food wine for pork chops or grilled chicken. Drink: 2012-2014. 160457 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Bollini Empson & Co. Pinot Grigio 2011, D.O.C., Trentino, Italy: Clean and crisp with lime, grapefruit and white melon aromas. Great aperitif. 951319 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. June 9, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

The Ned Marisco Vineyards Ltd. Pinot Gris 2011, Waihopal River, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Love it! I find many pinot gris boring, but this is spectacularly interesting. Glorious notes of white peach and Asian pear, with a lovely salmon hue. Perfect aperitif or companion to seafood, salads and roast chicken. Drink: 2012-2015. 267138 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Lovely balance between the notes of grass, lime, chives and lemongrass. Crisp, ocean-fresh refreshment. Drink: 2012-2014. 981670 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Quinta da Ponte Pedrinha 2008, D.O.C., Dão, Portugal: Rustic and full-bodied with a pleasant tarry, bitter finish. Tart wild blackberries and cassis. Needs a rare steak! Decant 2 hours. Great price. Drink: 2013-2016. 219188 14.70% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. February 2, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Quinta Da Garrida Reserva White 2010, D.O.C., Dão, Portugal: Pale white flowers on the nose, ultra dry lemon zest on the palate. Very refreshing and clean with a medium body. Intriguingly different. Drink: 2012-2015. 280594 13% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. August 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Newman's Celebrated Port, D.O.C., Douro, Portugal: A straightforward tasty dessert wine. Not for analyzing, just enjoy it. Drink: 2013-2017. 134908 20% S 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. December 7, 2013 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Lion's Lair Family Reserve White Dreyer Family Named Varietal Blends-White 2012, W.O., Swartland, Coastal Region, South Africa: Very pleasant with mild aromas of white melon and pear. Medium-bodied with mouth-watering juiciness. Nice aperitif. Drink: 2013-2015. 337618 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 28, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Bellingham Shiraz Viognier 2009, W.O., Coastal Region, South Africa: Loaded with oak, toast and vanilla smoke. Black fruit and mocha. Drink: 2012-2015. 278739 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. August 18, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Goats do Roam The Goatfather 2011, Wo Coastal Region, South Africa: Juicy purple and black plums with dark spice. Happy, straight-up pleasure. Full-bodied but not heavy. Drink: 2012-2014. 11072 14.60% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Palacio de Sada Crianza 2008, D.O., Navarra, Spain: Juicy, black-fruited tasty wonder. Great price. Perfumed purple and black plums with an intriguing savoury note on the finish. Drink: 2012-2014. 246736 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.75 Score: 88/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Mania Felix Lorenzo Cachazo Verdejo 2011, D.O., Rueda, Spain: Lemon happiness! A shaft of sunshine on a dark day. Vibrant, mouth-watering, clean, crisp and refreshing. Love this label! Drink: 2012-2015. 297135 13% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Torres Floralis Oro Moscatel, Spain: A pure apricot richness unfolds on your palate. Lovely layers of ripe tree fruit and peach preserves. Wonderful after-dinner dessert wine. Drink: 2012-2016. 642173 15% MS 500 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value Dessert Wine. Full Review

Monte Ory Crianza, Luis Gurpegui Muga 2007, D.O., Navarra, Spain: An excellent price for this juicy, full-bodied, savoury red bursting with smoky dark red fruit. Drink: 2012-2015. 292011 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

La Vendimia Palacios Remondo Tempranillo 2011, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Hauntingly savoury and delicious. Must be a typo on the price for such quality. Full-bodied and smooth with incredible texture. From the hands of a master. Drink: 2012-2016. 674564 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 27, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Torres Viña Esmeralda 2010, D.O., Catalunya, Spain: Lemon and white floral notes galore! Mouth-watering acidity. I dare you to find a better wine at this price for Asian and spicy dishes... Go ahead, challenge me. Drink: 2012-2015. 113696 11.50% MD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates 14 Hands Hot to Trot Red Blend Hot to Trot 14 Hands Vineyards Columbia Valley 2009, Washington, United States: Dynamite for the price! Simply wow. Smooth, full-bodied and packed with luscious dark plum and blackberry aromas. This wine takes its name from the time when wild mustang horses ran freely around the hills of eastern Washington State where this wine is made. Drink: 2010-2014. 226522 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 3, 2012 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

SeaGlass Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Santa Barbara, California, United States: Grassy, herbal and terrifically refreshing! Lovely lifted notes of lime and chives. A clean, crisp white that's extremely versatile with many dishes. Drink: 2012-2013. 173575 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.75 Score: 88/100. June 22, 2012 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Murphy-Goode The Fumé Sauvignon Blanc 2011, North Coast, California, United States: Lemon zest and chives with great freshness in this half bottle size. Great for nights when you're on your own, or when you want to start with a glass of wine with salad then move on to a different wine with the main dish. Drink: 2012-2015. 721191 13.50% D 375 mL  $10.95 Score: 88/100. February 2, 2013 Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review