BenMarco Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Savoury and delicious with fleshy black plums and a meaty note through the middle that makes me want to chew on the wine. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. Drink: 2011-2015. 657601 14% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 92/100. November 26, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Dominio De Plata Malbec 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Generous and attractive oak on the nose with seductive fleshy black plums and a smoky, espresso finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 79798 14.50% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Grant Burge Miamba Shiraz 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia: Lots of toasty oak and black fruit on the nose. Full-bodied, smooth and savoury. A long, satisfying finish with dark spices and black pepper. Drink: 2012-2021. 284091 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. July 7, 2012 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Open Cab2-Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2011, Ontario, Canada: A mouth-filling red with layers of fleshy blackberries, blackcurrant and a lick of vanilla spice. This full-bodied number delivers lots of hedonistic pleasure for those who enjoy instant gratification. (Translation: You don't need to cellar this bottle!) The price is amazing for such a well-made wine. Perfect for potluck gatherings, book clubs and evenings when you want to wear your faded jeans. Pair with: pepper steak, lamb with rosemary, tacos, fajitas. Drink: 2012-2014. 134957 12%  750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. October 31, 2012 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Jackson-Triggs Grand Reserve Shiraz 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Mocha and cigar smoke wrap around black fleshy plum aromas. Rich, full-bodied, supple and smooth. Lots of layers of pleasure here. Drink: 2012-2016. 80011979 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 31, 2012 Full Review

Inniskillin Pinot Noir 2011, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Loaded with rich cherry-berry flavour delivered on a satin texture with medium- to full-bodied weight. A blackberry-infused finish makes this wine go down slippery fast. This red wine that can be served slightly chilled. Pair with: salmon carpaccio, grilled tuna and sea bass, wild mushroom risotto, bee and past marinara. Drink: 2012-2016. 261099 12.20% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 31, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Errazuriz Max Reserva Syrah 2010, Acongagua Valley, Chile: Absolutely luscious! A robust red for dedicated hedonists. Aromas of plush black plums, blackberries and smoke. Top me up! Drink: 2012-2015. 614750 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. June 22, 2012 Full Review

Viña Tarapacá Gran Reserva Carmenère 2010, Maipo Valley, Chile: Savoury and dark with meaty black fruit flavours and smoke. Love the barest hint of mint that lifts and brightens the black fruit flavours. Full-bodied, layered and lovely. Drink: 2012-2016. 57513 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. September 1, 2012 Full Review

Terra Noble Gran Reserva Carmenère 2008, Maule Valley, Chile: Oh my goodness, this is incredible! The price has to by a typo. Juicy, full-bodied, smooth with fleshy black fruit. Try with osso buco or a slow-cooked roast with root vegetables. Buy a case for your parties. Drink: 2011-2016. 957050 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 12, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Caliterra Carmenere 2010, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Staggeringly great for the price! Gorgeous layers of full-bodied fleshy blackberries and dark plums. A satisfying finish and incredible depth of flavour. Drink: 2010-2013. 142711 14% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 90/100. January 3, 2012 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Montes Limited Selection Carménere 2009, Apalta Vineyard, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Rich, black cherry liqueur aromas and flavours. Ultra-plush and voluptuous. Smooth and satisfying sensual pleasure. Drink: 2012-2015. 256685 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger 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

2008, A.C., Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages, Midi, France: Fantastic! Oh tripe yum. Savoury, juicy and meaty with seductive and slippery black cherries wrapped in cedar smoke. Layers and layers of pleasure. Drink: 2012-2017. 142802 15% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 94/100. March 31, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Le Ferme Du Mont Le Ponnant Stéphane Vedeau 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Super-duper (pulling out all the technical tasting terms now)! Juicy come-alive black fleshy cherry, some smoke and a gorgeous, give-me-more full-bodied smooth texture. Fantastic price. Drink: 2011-2016. 171371 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. November 26, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Le Cirque Maison Johanes Boubee Carignan Mourvèdre Syrah 2010, Vin De Pays Des Côtes Catalanes, Midi, France: Rich, savoury and deep with layers of black raspberry. Smooth and full-bodied. Fabulous price. Drink: 2012-2015. 277079 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. July 21, 2012 Best Value Red 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 Saint-Roch Chimères Chimères Maison Lafage 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages, Midi, France: Intriguing! Full-bodied and deeply savoury. Wow, so different: love it! Violets, black plum, deep dive black raspberry into a heart of welling darkness and satisfaction. Platonic ideal of concentration and depth with a long, sensuous finish that leaves you bathed in flavour satisfaction. Pair with hearty meat dishes and LSD. Drink: 2013-2016. 119354 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. March 30, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger 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

Pasqua Villa Borghetti Passimento Rosso Regional Blended Red 2010, Veneto, Italy: A robust but smooth blend of the traditional grapes Corvina and Croatina. This red is amazing for the price point: rich dar red and black berries with a pleasant kick on the finish. Balanced and mouth-watering. Very food-friendly for hearty dishes and tomato sauce. Drink: 2012-2015. 141952 14% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 87/100. October 31, 2012 Full Review

Salice Salentino Riserva, Cantele 2008, D.O.C., Puglia, Italy: Vibrant, juicy and lip-smacking delicious! Full-bodied, savoury and deep. Dark fruit and smooth. Great price! Drink: 2012-2015. 724328 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Filón Aviva Vino Garnacha 2010, D.O., Calatayud, Spain: Smoky bacon and savoury. Full-bodied with plush fleshy ripe dark plums and a long smoky finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 280602 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value Red 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

Viña Aljibes Vino De La Tierra De Castilla Petit Verdot Cabernet Sauvignon Tempranillo 2009, Spain, Spain: Savoury, dark and delicious with black fruit, dark spice and cedar forest. Great price. Drink: 2012-2015. 276212 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Bodegas Castano La Casona Mona Other Red Varietal (Single) 2011, Yecla, Spain: Savoury, dark, full-bodied and mouth-watering with wild cedar and black pepper notes. Terrific quality for this price. Drink: 2012-2014. 143743 13.50% XD 750 mL  $8.90 Score: 87/100. November 20, 2012 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

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