Doña Paula Estate Malbec Syrah 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Purple plums and fleshy field blueberries. Smooth and full-bodied with a lovely long finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 836950000117 14% XD 750 mL  $19.99 Score: 90/100. July 6, 2012 Full Review

Inniskillin Reserve Pinot Noir 2008, VQA, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada: A mouth-wateringly juicy red with bright cherry, raspberry and mocha notes. Smooth, silky and medium-bodied. This wine was aged in French oak for four months. Very food-friendly and versatile. Terrific effort! Drink: 2012-2016. 624767 14% XD 750 mL  $79.85 Score: 90/100. October 13, 2012 Full Review

Koyle Reserva Syrah 2009, D.O., Colchagua Valley, Chile: Minty blackberry on the nose draws you in then a savoury full-bodied weight and texture keeps you there. Great price. Drink: 2012-2015. 273961 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Falernia Reserva Syrah 2009, Elquí Valley, Chile: Black fruit and coffee deepness. Full-bodied and delicious. Great price! Drink: 2012-2015. 16793 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine Les Yeuses Les Épices Syrah 2009, I.G.P., Pays D’Oc, France: Black fruit, tar and smoke with a pleasantly bitter edge in this full-bodied red. Black as night. Great price. Drink: 2012-2015. 177584 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. August 4, 2012 Full Review