Finca El Origen Bodegas Y Viñedos La Esperanza Malbec Rosé 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: Vintages Wine Panel: Flavourful, intense rosé from the Malbec grape. Look for aromas and flavours of raspberry, cherry and citrus. A good sipper. My note: Simple, dry and refreshing. Field strawberries and non-thinking pleasure. Drink: 2011-2013. 229682 14% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 86/100. September 17, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Sur de los Andes Reserva Malbec 2007, Mendoza, Argentina: Rich and full-bodied with an incredible price point. Layers of fleshy dark fruit cry out for a meaty dish companion. 208322 14.40% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 90/100. January 7, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Michel Torino Cuma Torrontés 2010, Cafayate Valley, Salta, Argentina: Lovely lifted white floral notes embrace a profusion of peach and pear in the core. Light as an aperitif, but also aromatic enough to pair with mild and medium curries. Terrific. 262014 13.50% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Alamos The Wines Of Catena Malbec 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: For Argentina’s signature grape, Catena’s Alamos Malbec is always a fine ambassador. A rich, full-bodied wine with concentrated fruit flavours of raspberry and cassis with doses of chocolate and sweet spice from the light oak ageing. A pleasant sipper with lovely blackberry aromas. Medium- to full-bodied and smooth. A solidly made wine with terrific balance. Ripe blackberries and pepper. Perfect for barbecue and movie night. 467951 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Alfredo Roca Pinot Noir 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: 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. 32979 13.30% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. January 21, 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

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

Wakefield Shiraz 2009, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Blackberry liqueur richness with a hint of mint. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. This is an incredible wine for the price. Drink: 2012-2015. 943787 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Alkoomi Riesling 2009, Frankland River, Western Australia, Australia: Lovely petrol and white peach on the nose. Terrific intensity on the palate with a satisfying long finish. Great acidity for food. Drink: 2012-2015. 269290 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Tapestry Bg & V Shiraz 2009, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Big, black and beautiful with fleshy dark berries and plums. Supple and juicy. Love it! Drink: 2012-2015. 247155 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Wakefield Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: In Australia, Wakefield uses the alternative name Taylors, in order to avoid confusion with a California winery with a similar name. A classic Aussie Cabernet. Closed with a screwcap. 744235 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Turkey Flat Butcher's Block Shiraz Grenache Mourvèdre 2009, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This is a blend of 55% Shiraz, 28% Grenache and 17% Mourvedre grapes. A super smooth texture yields layers of black cherry, cranberry, black raspberry and plum. Some enticing notes of hickory smoke and cedar box in the background. 90241 14% D 750 mL  $21.25 Score: 93/100. January 21, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Wakefield Winery Chardonnay 2009, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: This ripe, luscious, peach, nectarine and citrus-scented wine with well-integrated creamy oak tones resulting in a clean, balanced, and fruity drink. Robust Chardonnay with big aromas of butterscotch, vanilla smoke and fleshy peach. Full oak treatment in this full-bodied white. 711556 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Small Gully The Formula Robert's Shiraz 2006, South Australia, Australia: Lovely the juiciness that doesn’t stop giving. Fleshy fruit roll across your mouth and there’s a gorgeous liveliness to the black berries and plums. Long finish. Superb, especially at this price. 142935 15.90% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 7, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Schild Estate Old Bush Vine Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2007, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Vintages Wine Panel: A superb value from this family estate, this full-bodied blend of 55% Grenache, 25% Mataro (a.k.a. Mourvèdre) and 20% Shiraz is sourced from old vines with an average age of 70 years! Supple and approachable in style, it’s packed with black cherry, licorice, blueberry, earthy notes and spicy black pepper. Soft and voluptuous, this wine is carefully crafted to offer immediate enjoyment. My note: A big hulking red with a black heart. Gorgeous depths of flavor. Mint and dark chocolate. A warm embrace of fruit. 108183 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. August 19, 2008 Full Review

Shingleback Red Knot Shiraz 2007, McLaren Vale, Australia: Stunning flavour and depth! Mouth-watering aromas of ripe blackberries, plums and dark chocolate. Toasty oak on the finish. Great persistence of flavour. Full-bodied yet supple. 619395 14%  750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. December 1, 2009 Full Review

Shingleback Red Knot Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, McLaren Vale, Australia: Stunning depth and concentration of flavour in this robust red! Mouth-watering fleshy ripe blackberries and plums with some mocha richness on the palate. Velvet smooth with a lovely toasty finish. 91702 14%  750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 20, 2010 Full Review

Shingleback Haycutters Shiraz Viognier 2007, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Vintages Wine Panel: Hay and heifers are in this winery’s past. The name of this wine, Haycutter, pays tribute to the property’s previous life as a hayfield; the dairy cows on the land were fed the hay. Today, the cows and hay are gone. The owners discovered that the high calcium soil was also ideal for growing grapes, so now the land is covered with vines. This award-winning wine (Silver Medal at the New Zealand International Wine Show 2009) is rich and ripe with impeccable balance supplied by bright acids and supple tannins. Enjoy this wine now. My note: Big and beautiful with dark fruit and smoke. Juicy and mouth-watering with a smoky finish. 166132 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. July 10, 2010 Full Review

McWilliams Wines Hanwood Estate Shiraz 2009, South Eastern Australia, Australia: Vibrant juicy plum aromas wrapped in smoky oak. Supple and medium- to full-bodied. Absolutely delicious and a phenomenal price! Drink: 2010-2013. 610683 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. July 6, 2011 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

Malivoire Ladybug Cabernet Franc Gamay Rosé 2010, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: One of Canada’s best producers of Rose, if not the best. This lovely wine has it all: alluring field berry aromas, ephemeral lightness and a certain something that makes you come back to the glass again and again. Some kind of wonderful. Drink: 2011-2013. 559088 13% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. May 14, 2011 Favourite Rosé. Full Review

Vineland Estates Winery Reserve Brut Charmat Method Sparkling White 2008, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: The Charmat method is favoured when you want to emphasize freshness and aromatics, and it’s used to great effect for this Riesling-centric blend. Notes of fresh flowers, apple, pear and mineral delight the nose. Dry with a light body and gentle fizzy mousse. Very pretty minerality here on the tangy finish. Perfect as a sipper for casual gatherings, this will also go nicely with a variety of appetizers. My note: A terrific budget bubbly with attractive toasty apple notes. Excellent craftsmanship. Drink: 2011-2014. 39495 11% MD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. September 3, 2011 Best Value Sparkling 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

Gray Monk Estate Winery Gewürztraminer 2009, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely and complex with that wonderful weave of lychee, spice, rose petal and Asisan pear. Perfect for many dishes, especially curries and spices. Drink: 2011-2016. 321588 12.60% MD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. December 10, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

PondView Estate Winery Riesling 2010, Four Mile Creek, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely white peach, Asian pear and baking spice notes. Mouth-watering and packed with flavour. An amazingly versatile food wine. Drink: 2012-2016. 271148 12.90% XD 750 mL  $16.00 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Cave Spring Cellars Estate Bottled Cave Spring Vineyard Gewürztraminer 2010, V.Q.A., Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Perfect gewurz, especially at this price! Gorgeous aromas of lychee, rose petal and a hint of spices. Great for Asiana and spicy dishes. Exotic and fantastic. 302059 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Falernia Reserva Carmenère 2007, Elqui Valley, Chile: Blackberry and purple plum liqueur richness and concentration. Full-bodied and smooth with terrific richness. Drink: 2012-2015. 269175 15% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Carmen Wines Gran Reserva Carmenère 2009, Apalta, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Another remarkable wine from this winery that tastes twice as expensive as it costs. Smooth, full-bodied and well-rounded with generous layers of black plush plum. Drink: 2012-2016. 439166 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red 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

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

Concha Y Toro Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Marchigue, Ribera Del Tinguiririca, Chile: A full-bodied, robust red with black fruit and toasty oak aromas. Excellent price. 256693 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Santa Carolina Barrica Selection Petit Verdot 2009, Rapel Valley, Chile: Petit Verdot, one of the lesser-known Bordeaux grapes, stars in this fine Chilean red. Full of blackberry, dark chocolate, floral and toast notes, It is deeply flavourful and satisfying. Enjoy it tonight. Terrific quality for the money! Dark, savoury notes of blackberry, cassis and mocha. Full-bodied and dark. 7484 14.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Emiliana Adobe Reserva Syrah Rosé 2010, Rapel Valley, Chile: This organic rose I full-bodied, fruit-forward and a vibrant New World style. Bursting with rip raspberries and cranberries. Bring it on! Drink: 2010-2013. 229690 14% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 87/100. May 28, 2011 Best Value Rose. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Château De Trinquevedel Vign. Demoulin Rosé 2010, A.C., Tavel, Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: The rosés from Tavel are known generally for their remarkable depth of flavour due to the region’s unique microclimate that almost effortlessly produces fully ripened, beautifully generous fruit – a not-unremarkable accomplishment in the wine-growing regions of France. For those history buffs out there, Tavel rosés were a favourite of King Louis XIV as well as the writers Balzac and Mistral. My note: Full-bodied and richly flavoured with raspberry and strawberry. Classic Rhone rose: this is why this style rules the rose world. Drink: 2010-2013. 729947 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 93/100. May 28, 2011 Top-Rated Rose. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Bieler Père & Fils Sabine Syrah Grenache 2010, A.C., Coteaux D'aix-En-Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: This blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Grenache and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon features gentle strawberry, fresh herbs, lavender and sweetgrass aromas. Dry, fairly intense with good fruit and moderate acids. Medium bodied with an impressively long finish. Very pretty. My note : Classic Provencaux rose with rose petal and field strawberry. So refreshing and light but packed with flavour and pleasure. Find a big novel and settle back into that deck chair. Drink: 2010-2013. 71423 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. June 11, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Perrin & Fils Tavel Grenache Mourvèdre 2010, A.C., Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Tavel, especially from talented producers such as Perrin, produces some of the richest, yet driest, rosés on the market. They work beautifully as sippers and are quite adaptable to a variety of foods. The Perrin 2010 is a lovely blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsaut. My note : Another terrific rose from Perrin in Tavel. You can’t go wrong with that winery name and this region. Lovely aromas of black raspberries and rosés. Drink: 2010-2013. 680801 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 11, 2011 Top Rated Rosé. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine Houchart Domaines Quiot Rosé 2010, A.C., Côtes De Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Perfect for late-summer alfresco dining, this charming apple-, cherry-, cranberry- and strawberry-scented rosé is dry and fruity with a nice racy acidity bringing balance. Chill it down and try it. My note: Love it! Pretty, perfect and light. Bone-dry and terrific notes of fleeting strawberry sunfields. Amazing price. Drink: 2011-2012. 118653 13% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. September 3, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Vincent La Remondière Réserve Crémant De Bourgogne Chardonnay, A.C., Burgundy, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Gold Medal winner at the 2010 Concours Général Agricole in Paris. Pretty, traditionally styled fizz with aromas of pear, spring flowers and a hint of tropical fruit. Dry with a very good mousse and aroma replays on the palate. Very refreshing for sipping. My note: terrific bubbly, especially for this price point. Got a big party this fall or holiday: buy a case or two. Wonderfully fresh and toasty with white peach notes. They’ll think you paid triple for this one. Drink: 2011-2015. 226274 12.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. September 17, 2011 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Château d'Aquéria Tavel Rosé 2010, Rhône A.C. Tavel, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Tavel, an AC located across the Rhône River from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, uniquely makes rosé wines its exclusive focus. This version offers up fresh strawberry, sweet cherry, rosehips, and spring flowers in abundance. Dry, light bodied, fresh and tangy on the palate with waves of vivacious acidity. The lingering finish sports a strawberry-rhubarb character embroidered by herbal and floral notes. My note: Such a perfect rosé. Don’t be a snob with the price: this is a seriously great wine. I could drink rose almost all year: it’s packed with flavour yet not heavy tannin or oak or alcohol so it goes with almost any dish except a big juicy steak. Join us! Drink: 2011-2013. 319368 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 14, 2011 Favourite Rosé. Full Review

Château D'aquéria Jean Olivier, Prod. Rosé 2010, A.C., Tavel, Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Tavel, an AC located across the Rhône River from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, uniquely makes rosé wines its exclusive focus. This version offers up fresh strawberry, sweet cherry, rosehips, and spring flowers in abundance. Dry, light bodied, fresh and tangy on the palate with waves of vivacious acidity. The lingering finish sports a strawberry-rhubarb character embroidered by herbal and floral notes. My note: Such a perfect rosé. Don’t be a snob with the price: this is a seriously great wine. I could drink rose almost all year: it’s packed with flavour yet not heavy tannin or oak or alcohol so it goes with almost any dish except a big juicy steak. Join us! Drink: 2011-2013. 712000 14% XD 375 mL  $9.95 Score: 91/100. May 14, 2011 Favourite Rosé. Full Review

Château Les Bertrands Clairet Rosé 2010, A.C., Bordeaux, France: Vintages Wine Panel: This is technically neither a red nor rosé wine, but one in between. Deep pink in the glass with aromas of cranberry, candy apple and red berry. The palate is dry and quite robust with nice Structure and balance throughout. A lovely sipping wine that is also ideal for lighter seafood Appetizers. My note: Love it! Rich and full-bodied and bone-dry refreshing. Bursting with ripe Cherries and lovely juiciness. Drink: 2011-2013. 224972 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. August 6, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Domaine Corne-Loup Tavel Rosé 2010, A.C., Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Elegant, refreshing, food-friendly and versatile, this very well made Tavel offers mouth-watering aromas of strawberry and berry pie. Dry and lively, it is an ideal wine for barbecues as it makes a wonderful sipper that’s also capable of matching with a wide variety of summer foods. My note: Full-bodied and rich, yet still ephemeral as a summer cloud scudding across the sky. Aromas of raspberries and field cherries. Drink: 2011-2013. 71209 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. August 6, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Château De Fontenelles Tenue De Soirée Corbières Rosé De Syrah 2010, A.P., Midi, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Gold Medal winner at the 2011 Concours des Grands Vins de Languedoc-Roussillon. Aromas of candied fruit, cranberry and ripe strawberry effortlessly fill the nose. The palate is equally agreeable as it offers up its consistent and deeply satisfying suggestions of strawberry and cranberry. Dry and medium-bodied rosé with a lovely fresh and long finish. Enjoy this sunny wine as an apéritif. My note: Love it! Robust with black raspberries, bone-dry loveliness. Run your senses through a sunny field in late August. Drink: 2011-2013. 225011 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. August 20, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Moncigale Minéral Bandol Rosé 2010, A.C., Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: This salmon-pink wine has aromas of rhubarb, strawberry and mineral delightfully supported by a touch of lime zest. The palate is fresh with very good aroma replays. A good length to the fruity finish, with a nice mineral note sealing the deal. A delightful wine that is the ideal starter for your evening, particularly if dining outside. My note: Loving the more robust rhubarb-strawberry-almost raspberry notes. Heft for those who need it, ephemerality for those who can’t take the pressure. Beautiful sunbeams captured in pale rubies. Drink: 2011-2012. 226670 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. August 20, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

E. Guigal Rosé 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: The Guigal family is renowned for producing extraordinary wines, so it is no surprise that their cranberry-pink Côtes du Rhône Rosé adds yet another feather to their cap. Delightful aromas of peach, strawberry and cranberry rise effortlessly from the glass. The palate is dry, medium bodied, fresh, fruity and nicely structured. This makes an ideal aperitif. My note: this producer is as dependably delicious as the sun rising and setting. Gorgeous, full-bodied rose with black raspberry notes and a bone-dry, mouth-watering texture and weight. Bring it on before the sun sets! Drink: 2011-2013. 225003 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. August 20, 2011 Top Rated Rosé. Full Review

Château La Tour De L'évêque Rosé 2010, A.C., Côtes De Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: The cuisine of Provence seems to have a real affinity for the region’s best rosés. Very crisp and dry, this wine delivers flavours of strawberry, cranberry and spice. My note: Pretty, classic and aromatic of field strawberries and raspberries. Mouth-watering and light- to medium-bodied. Drink: 2011-2013. 319392 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. June 25, 2011 Best Value Rose. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Perrin & Fils Syrah Grenache 2009, A.C., Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: This wine has plenty of enjoyment to offer tonight with gourmet hamburgers and all the trimmings. My note: This price has to be a typo: buy a case before they discover the mistake! Juicy, savoury, chewy and satisfying, this full-bodied red has ripe cherries and meaty notes. Smooth and full-bodied. This 50/50 blend of Syrah and Grenache grapes is the Ultimate Barbecue Wine. Drink: 2011-2015. 241604 14% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 90/100. June 25, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Bandol Cuvée Grande Tradition La Cadierenne Rosé 2010, A.C., Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: The 2010 Cuvée Grande Tradition Bandol rosé is an intensely expressive wine offering a delightful nose of fresh flowers, strawberries, watermelon and minerality. The palate is dry, round and delicious. The tangy fruit and the minerality are well supported by a bracing acidity. Refreshing and complex, this makes a fantastic sipper. My note: Lovely and light with strawberry fields forever. Good acidity and great for food. Drink: 2011-2013. 119453 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. July 9, 2011 Top Rated Rosé. Full Review

Saint-Tropez Carte Noire Rosé 2010, A.C., Côtes De Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: This fresh and crisp rosé is ideal for taking you on a sensory journey. With aromas of cherry, red pepper and rose petals, this great anytime holiday-in-a-glass is a wonderful sipper. My note : More robust than many Provencal roses, and I love it! Dried herbs and strawberries. Drink: 2011-2013. 319384 13% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. July 9, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Domaine Des Carteresses Tavel Les Vignerons De Tavel Rosé 2010, A.C., Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: From the world’s most famous appellation for rosé wines this is a rich, rose-petal pink colour with quite an intense and fruity nose. Prominent notes of strawberry, raspberry and spice along with a good sense of mineral. Medium bodied and ready to drink. Enjoy it tonight. My note: You can’t beat Tavel for rose, or go wrong with it: I’ve never had a bottle yet I didn’t like from this small region, knock on tetrapak! Raspberry aromas and lovely mouth-watering zestiness. So perfect for so many foods and occasions. Drink: 2011-2014. 739474 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. July 9, 2011 Top Rated Rosé. Full Review

Domaine De La Petite Roche Cabernet D'anjou 2010, A.C., Loire, France: Vintages Wine Panel: A Gold Medal winner at the 2011 Concours Général Agricole in Paris. Salmon pink in colour with notes of strawberry, sweet herbs and watermelon. The palate is round with a sense of sweetness from the fruit – particularly the strawberry – as well as lovely structure and character. A medium-long fruity finish. Perfect for your next barbecue because it works so well as a sipper. My note: Lovely fleshy ripe field strawberries and raspberries. A white summer dress and thou. Mouth-watering and food friendly. Drink: 2011-2013. 224980 11% MD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. July 23, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Château Montaud Rosé 2010, A.C., Côtes De Provence, Midi, France: Vintages Wine Panel: This tasty pink wine shows notes of strawberry, rhubarb, watermelon and gentle spice on the nose. Dry and medium bodied, it’s ripe, round and refreshing. Settle into a chaise lounge and soak up some rays as you sip this delicious rosé. My note: This is why I love rose from Provence! Light and summery yet packed with flavour! Perfectly calibrated for happiness. Drink: 2011-2013. 226613 12% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. July 23, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Full Review

Domaine Maby La Forcadière Rosé 2010, A.C., Tavel, Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Tavel, in the Southern Rhône, is famous for its lively, flavourful rosés; in fact, this is the only wine style made in the region. These wines were favoured by Louis XIV, and continue to impress today. This ripe, Grenache-centered blend is bursting with attractive red berry fruit, spicy garrigue, and a hint of cranberry, further enlivened by tangy acidity. My note: I buy this wine by the case every year it comes out. Bone-dry and refreshing with aromas of field raspberries and happiness. Mouth-watering and perfect. Drink: 2011-2015. 701318 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. July 23, 2011 Top Rated Rosé. Full Review

Perrin & Fils Peyre Blanche Cairanne 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Spectacularly dense and flavourful without being heavy. Lovely balance in this full-bodied, juicy wonder. Packed with aromas black plums, berries and black cherry liqueur. Fantastic price! 650960 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Perrin & Fils Les Sinards 2009, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Pure black cherry liqueur in concentration and flavour. Rich, robust and layered. Full-bodied doesn’t begin to describe it for those who love a full-palate wallop. This one will age well in the cellar. This half-size bottle will mature faster than the 750 mL bottle that he’s referring to – 6-8 years is probably more accurate. It’s part of the Vintages Essentials Collection. 5975 14% XD 375 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. January 7, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Château Haut-Canteloup Meritage 2009, A.C., Blaye, Côtes De Bordeaux, France: Big, black and brooding with juicy, mouthwatering aromas and flavours of fleshy blackberries and blackcurrants. Decant for 1-2 hours. This is an incredible price for Bordeaux! Drink: 2012-2014. 264747 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine Perrin Nature 2010, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: Juicy with purple plum liqueur aromas wrapped in cedar smoke. Full-bodied, rustic and meaty. Great for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2014. 948059 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Domaine De Vaugondy Dry Vouvray Perdriaux Chenin Blanc 2010, A.C., Loire, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Domaine de Vaugondy boasts vines averaging 20 to 55 years of age, and is planted exclusively to Chenin Blanc. With his 2010, Philippe Perdriaux has created a classic example of dry Vouvray. Notes of ripe apple, peach, mushroom and lanolin rise from the glass. Well-balanced and superbly consistent with the nose, the palate presents more peach, apple and earthy notes along with plentiful and refreshing acidity. A great value. My note: Pear and puckeringly tart peach. Sour Granny Smith Apple that makes this Chenin Blanc consummately refreshing. (Lip-smacking noises) Drink: 2011-2015. 189142 12.30% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. December 10, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine De Nizas Rosé 2010, A.C., Coteaux Du Languedoc, Midi, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Dry, fresh and fruit-filled blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre with cranberry and ripe strawberry notes prominent. Good structure and a lovely, long and fruity finish. A fine sipper that will also pair well with the cranberry sauce for your Thanksgiving dinner, and offer a tangy contrast to the more savoury elements of the meal. My note: terrific! Dry and robust with rose petal and raspberries and dried herbs. Fantastic refreshment served chilled. Drink: 2011-2013. 654988 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. October 1, 2011 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Full Review

Cave Des Vignerons De Bel Air Gamay (Beaujolais) 2009, Beaujolais-Villages, France: Tart and zippy with pleasantly acidic cherry notes. Perfect served slightly chilled and knocked back without care. Medium-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2011-2013. 208058 12.50% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 87/100. October 1, 2011 Full Review

Louis Bouillot Perle Rare Brut Crémant De Bourgogne 2007, A.C., Burgundy, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Gold Medal at the 2011 Vinalies Internationales wine competition in Paris. Medium straw colour with aromas of lemon rind, freshly baked biscuits, pear, melon, mineral and apple. Quite dry and freshly zippy with good fruit and biscuit replays on the palate. Good balance and very fine mousse too. My note: Another great bargain bubbly! Toasty and refreshing with incredible vibrant flavour. Great for parties. Drink: 2011-2014. 178137 12% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 88/100. October 29, 2011 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Domaine De Vaugondy Brut Vouvray Methode Traditionnelle, Perdriaux Chenin Blanc, A.C., Loire, France: Full-bodied, robust dry bubbly. Good value with straight forward pleasure. Great price. Drink: 2011-2013. 154567 12% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 87/100. November 12, 2011 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Domaine De Rimauresq 2010, A.C., Côtes De Provence, Midi, France: A blend of 45% grenache, 40% cinsault and 15% tibouren grapes. A light- to medium-bodied wine with vibrant field raspberry and strawberry aromas. Dry and refreshing. Perfect! Drink: 2011-2013. 226647 13% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. December 10, 2011 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Full Review

Château Val Joanis Tradition Chancel Family, Prop.-Récolt. Syrah Rosé 2010, A.C., Luberon, Rhône, France: Vintages Wine Panel: Pale salmon-pink with lively aromas of spring flowers, strawberry and cherry. Dry, medium bodied and with plenty of mouthwatering acidity. There is also a touch of tannic influence that adds nice balance. Lovely tangy red fruit flavours with floral and herbal notes. Beautifully refreshing with a substantial finish. Perfect as a sipper. My note: I want it! Goodness gracious, this is fantastic for the money! Fresh strawberries and field berries. Perfectly balanced and refreshing. Drink: 2011-2013. 707281 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. April 16, 2011 Favourite Rose. Full Review

Cave de Lugny Brut Crémant De Bourgogne 2008, A.C., Burgundy, France, France: Exceptionally priced, vintage-dated Burgundian bubbly. There’s a maturity to this sparkling wine, giving off warm aromas of toasted bread and nuts that echo on the palate as well as some tangy citrus and a hint of tea. Well-balanced, refreshing and crisp. A simple, toasty bubbly with toasty aromas. Good budget sparkler for parties. 183764 11.50% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 88/100. January 7, 2012 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Domaine Saint Andéol Séduction Cairanne 2007, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: Deliciously rich and full-bodied with aromas of dark red an smoky-cedar finish.d black fruit plus a seductive Drink: 2010-2015. 248575 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 7, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Lefèvre Rémondet Crémant De Bourgogne Brut Rosé Roger Sauvestre Pinot Noir, A.C., Burgundy, France: A steal for bubbly... Got a big party, wedding or reunion? Here's your wine. Lovely notes of field strawberries. Drink: 2012-2014. 265306 12% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Turckheim Hengst Grand Cru Gewurztraminer 2007, A.C., Alsace, France: Spectacular! Classic Gewürz: rose petal, lychee and spices with a profusion of white flowers on the finish. Great acidity Drink: 2012-2019. 259705 13.50% M 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 95/100. March 3, 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

Domaine Christophe Camu Chardonnay 2009, A.C., Chablis, Burgundy, France: Clean and crisp: a glorious unoaked chardonnay from northern Burgundy. This is perfect as an aperitif or pair it with a variety of dishes from lobster in butter to roast chicken. Drink: 2012-2016. 268532 12.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Joseph Cattin Riesling 2010, A.C., Alsace, France: Terrific white peach, lime and lemon zest on the nose. Mouth-watering acidity and juiciness for food. Light- to medium-bodied. Drink: 2012-2015. 259788 12.40% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 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

Mas D'auzierès Les Éclats 2009, A.C., Côteaux De Languedoc, Midi, France: Terrific for this price! Full-bodied with juicy ripe purple and black plums. Layers of full-bodied pleasure. Top me up! Drink: 2012-2015. 271742 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 17, 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

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

Winzergenossenschaft Königschaffhausen Pinot Noir Rosé 2010, Q.B.A., Baden, Germany: Vintages Wine Panel: Pale salmon-pink colour. Very refreshing rosé with aromas of rose petals, strawberry, red apple, almond paste and red pepper jelly. Dry with tangy fruit and balancing crisp acidity. Light bodied, vivacious wine that is perfect for sipping. My note: You simply can’t beat the price for this delightful rose with surprisingly lovely quality and taste. It’ a terrific mid-way style between the more vibrant fruit of the New World styles and the restrained Old World versions. Try it, and I’ll bet you’ll be in for a case, if there’s any left. Drink: 2010-2013. 168237 12% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 88/100. June 11, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Relax Schmitt Söhne Riesling 2009, Mosel, Germany  649111 9.50% S 750 mL  $14.45. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Henkell Brut Sparkling Wine, Baden, Germany: More robust than Henkell's Blanc de Blancs, this bubbly is also toastier and deeper with aromas of green apples, baked baked and ripe peaches. It also offers incredible value for a bubbly. 134403 11% D 750 mL  $14.35 Score: 87/100. May 7, 2009 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Dalton Safsufa Vineyard Kpm Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay 2010, Israel, Israel: Lovely! Almost Bordeaux-like in this style of white: lanolin, fresh hay, lemongrass and sunshine. Medium- to full-bodied and mouth-watering. Get out of your same-old white wine rut with this wine. Drink: 2012-2015. 157008 13% XD 750 mL  $15.40 Score: 89/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Taurino Riserva Salice Salentino 2008, D.O.P., Puglia, Italy: Peppery with dark spices and black fruit. Savoury, meaty and full-bodied with juicy smooth layers of pleasure. Pair with hearty meat dishes and meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2012-2015. 177527 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Aldiano Riserva Cantina Tollo Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2007, D.O.C., Abruzzo, Italy: Phenomenal for the price! Juicy, black and brooding with enticing toasty oak on the nose. Full-bodied and smooth with a lusciousness that's wonderful with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2017. 51706 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Varvaglione Papale Vigne & Vini Primitivo Di Manduria 2008, Puglia D.O.P., Italy: Juicy great with generous layers of mouth-watering blackberries, blueberries and purple plums. Primitivo is the Italian version of zinfandel ... Fire up the barbecue! Drink: 2012-2016. 261784 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 89/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Ogio Primitivo 2008, Puglia, Italy: Fantastic value! Rich, war, ripe notes of blackberries and black cherries. Mocha and light smoke with full-bodied goodness. 86421 13%  750 mL  $8.85 Score: 87/100. September 2, 2009 Full Review

Ascheri Moscato D'asti 2010, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Moscato d’Asti is aromatically intense and slightly sweet, making it a terrific wine to sip at the end of a fine dinner, or during the pleasant idle-chat-and-sipping moments as a meal winds slowly to a close. It has a slight frizzante sparkle, giving it a lovely refreshing quality that means it is also a fine palate-refresher with, or instead of, the sorbet between courses. As a plus for the responsible host, it is also delightfully low in alcohol (5.5% alc./vol.). My note: Supreme… I want to wear a sandwich board and let people know about this type of wine… well, almost. Orange zest, peach fuzz nuzzle, some spritz and a lot of laughter. Slight sweetness, don’t be afraid, you’ll like it. Drink: 2011-2013. 576768 5.10% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 20, 2011 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Rivera Cappellaccio Riserva Aglianico 2005, D.O.C., Castel Del Monte, Puglia, Italy: Mocha-espresso nose with fleshy blackberries and black plums. Full-bodied and ultra-juicy with big mouth-watering acidity. Perfect with food. 984120 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. January 7, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Spectacular Spicy 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

Riva Dei Frati Superiore Valdobbiadene Prosecco, D.O.C.G., Veneto, Italy: Supreme value for bubbly! Lovely toastiness with a touch of fleshy ripe peach. This will appeal to just about everyone in a large gathering. Should be your go-to party bubbly. Drink: 2012-2014. 234732 11.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

L.A. Cetto Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Guadalupe Valley, Baja California, Mexico: An outstanding value: perhaps the best value red wine of the year! Very tasty layers of dark fruit, just enough oak and mouth-watering juiciness. Perfect for parties. Drink: 2012-2014. 114066 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

L.A. Cetto Winery Petite Sirah 2009, Guadalupe Valley, Baja California, Mexico: This has to be one of the best values in the entire liquor store! What more could you want, or at least ask for, for $11.95? Plush black fruit, mouth-watering and juicy, satisfying and rich. The Ultimate party wine. 983742 14% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 88/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Drylands Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Terrific lime and herbal notes: vibrant, zesty and refreshing. All that a sauvignon blanc should be, plus it's extremely versatile with food. 675405 12.50% XD 3000 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. January 21, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Mt. Beautiful Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Cheviot Hills, North Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand: Loving this! How did Sauvignon Blanc end up so luscious and round? It’s still got the vibrant acidity but wow, love the layers. Lime, green apple and white peach. Yum. Drink: 2011-2014. 250514 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. December 10, 2011 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Konrad Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Vintages Wine Panel: A very generous nose offering up rich notes of lime, pea pods, grass, citrus, green pepper and seemingly limitless tropical fruit notes. The palate is lively and flavourful, with gooseberry, kiwi, lemon zest, and grassy notes, along with some sweet citrus on the finish. A very fine example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from a solid producer, for an excellent price. My note: One of my favourite Sauvignon Blancs, and it’s incredibly well priced. Herbal and zippy but not too grassy. Terrific acidity for food. Love it! Drink: 2011-2013. 171768 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.80 Score: 90/100. December 10, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Unoaked Chardonnay 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Leave it to Kim Crawford to make unoaked Chardonnay interesting. Pure fruit flavour without the toast, oak and vanilla. White peach and green apple. Refreshing. 991950 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. January 7, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Cuvée Brut Chardonnay, New Zealand, New Zealand: Toasty and vibrant with green apple. Zesty refreshment. Drink: 2011-2014. 238195 12% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 88/100. October 15, 2011 Best Value Sparkling 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

Momo Seresin Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Lemongrass and chives and herbal notes but not too grassy. Lovely refreshment and brightness. Great food wine. Drink: 2012-2014. 9167 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

3 Stones Gewurztraminer 2008, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Dry with exotic aromas of nutmeg, lychee and rose petals. Perfect for Asian cuisine. Drink: 2012-2015. 262758 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Lawson's Dry Hills Dry Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Herbal but too grassy with crisp, mouth-watering acidity. Clean and refreshing. Drink: 2012-2014. 214460 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Robertson Winery Kings River Chardonnay 2009, W.O., Robertson, South Africa: Absolutely phenomenal for the price! Chardonnay lovers rejoice. Lovely balance of green apple fruit and toasty oak. Grab a case, you won't regret it. Drink: 2012-2015. 104810 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Flagstone Music Room Bruce Jack Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, W.O., Western Cape, South Africa: Mocha seduction followed by a fleshy blackberry caress. Full-bodied and velvet smooth. If you love Australian cabernet (or shiraz), you must try this. 205245 14% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 90/100. March 31, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Faustino Rosado Tempranillo 2010, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Vintages Wine Panel: Faustino Martinez’s Rosado is made with 100% Tempranillo. The fruit macerates on the juice only 8-10 hours at low temperatures before it is bled off. The wines are then fermented and matured in stainless steel. Look for aromas of blackberry, raspberry and strawberry. The fruit notes continue through the tasting, culminating in round, zippy flavours and a refreshing finish. Try this medium-bodied rosé today. My note: I like this style of tarter less fleshy sweet rose. It gives a lot of drinking pleasure over an evening and you don’t satiate quickly…. This is important to a hedonist. Lovely aromas of cranberry, rose petal and raspberry. Refreshing. Drink: 2010-2014. 700534 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. June 11, 2011 Best Value Rosé. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Freixenet Cordon Rosado Cava, Penedes, Spain: How festive is this pink bubbly? Aromas of ripe field raspberries tickle your note. Float a raspberry on top for an extra festive touch. Drink: 2014-2016. 217059 11.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. August 15, 2014 Favorite Sparkling Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Baron De Ley Rosé 2010, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Vintages Wine Panel: Ernest Hemingway’s affection for Spain is well known, but perhaps less well known was his love of rosado, Spain’s rosé wine. Baron de Ley’s 2010 rosé offers aromas of ripe strawberry, cranberry and leather. Fresh and clean on the palate with exuberant fruit. Structured and medium bodied, this versatile wine will go very well with antipasto or as the ideal back patio sipper to accompany you as you peruse your Hemingway collection. My note: Love this one! Old World dustiness washed away with refreshing bone-dry crispness and a bed of ripe raspberries. Drink: 2011-2013. 117283 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. July 23, 2011 Top Rated Rosé. Full Review

Joel Gott Wines Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: Vintages Wine Panel: Joel Gott is a legend as a restaurateur in San Francisco, where his ahi (tuna) burgers are a sensation. His wife is the legend in their winery, however. She crafts superb, flavourful, balanced wines that are rapidly gaining a reputation for being very food-friendly. For example, this Sauvignon Blanc features pretty aromas and flavours of grass, asparagus, and citrus. Naturally, it works wonder-fully with ahi burgers. My note: Grassy good with great refreshment. Mouth-watering and crisp with lime and chive notes. Drink: 2009-2013. 191593 13.90% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 88/100. October 16, 2010 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

King Estate Signature Collection Pinot Gris 2008, Oregon, United States: A zippy, refreshing white with mild flavours of white flowers and grapefruit. 983627 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 87/100. January 8, 2011 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

The Hess Collection Select Chardonnay 2009, Monterey, California, United States: Vintages Wine Panel: The Hess wines are wonderfully artful. This ready-to-drink wine is made extra lipsmacking by six months’ ageing on the lees. My note: Lovely roundness and lusciousness yet not heavy. This is exactly how beautifully balanced, affordable Chardonnay should taste. Drink: 2011-2015. 986778 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. December 10, 2011 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery Grand Estates Merlot 2007, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: Supple, juicy and full-bodied with a hint of mocha and fleshy blackberries. Drink: 2012-2015. 263418 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Apothic Red 2010, CALIFORNIA, United States  13%   $12.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Villa Mt. Eden Antique Vines Grand Reserve, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Zinfandel 2007, Amador County, Napa County, California, United States: Some kind of juicy wonderful! Full-bodied and almost cabernet-like in its complexity and depth. However, this wine also delivers pure zinfandel pleasure: smooth and tasty. Drink: 2011-2015. 256719 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Simi Winery Chardonnay 2009, Sonoma County, California, United States: Full-bodied, generous chardonnay with the right amount of oak and lovely green apple and peach aromas. Drink: 2012-2015. 673806 13.50% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. March 17, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin Zinfandel 2009, Lodi, California, United States: Purple and black plum liqueur richness with smooth, full-bodied layers of pleasure. The ultimate barbecue and hamburger wine. I challenge you to find a better one. Drink: 2011-2016. 678698 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 3, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Blackstone Winery Winemaker's Select Zinfandel 2009, California, United States: Oh yum! Tasty layers of fleshy blackberries roll across your mouth... This wine makes me smile. Smooth, full-bodied, generous - like a terrific boyfriend. Drink: 2012-2015. 26427 13.80% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Blackstone Winery Winemaker's Select Chardonnay 2010, Monterey County, California, United States: Full-bodied, round chardonnay with green apple and hazelnut. A consistently good producer year after year. Drink: 2012-2015. 994509 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Ravenswood Old Vine Zinfandel 2009, Lodi, California, United States: This wine makes me wonder why I don't drink more zinfandel. Its juicy and meaty with seductive black cherry and berry fruit yet not over the top. I'd even call this wine elegant... Not an adjective usually associated with zinfandel, generally characterized as pure exuberance in a glass. A superb effort. Drink: 2012-2016. 942599 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. February 4, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review