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M. Chapoutier Marius Grenache Syrah 2017, Pays d'Oc IGP, France: A staggeringly great value. Savoury and juicy with dark fruit and toasty oak on the nose and palate. Dried herbs and cigar box aromas. Decant 1 hour and enjoy with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2022. 470096 13.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 90/100. October 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
M. Chapoutier Les Vignes de Bila-Haut Côtes-du-Roussillon-Villages 2017, Côtes du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.C., France: From famed producer, M. Chapoutier another fantastic vintage for Les Vignes De Bila-Haut 2017 and fantastic value. Wine grapes are grown organically and biodynamically for this zesty, full-bodied red blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan. Sensuous, flavourful to the last sip. look for dark berries, plums, spice and dried herbs on nose and palate. Well-structured and a pleasure to drink, Pair with grilled fennel sausages and sweet potato wedges. Drink: 2018-2022. 168716 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. August 16, 2019 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review
Nederburg 56 Hundred Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2015, Paarl, South Africa: A terrific, full-bodied South African red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz grapes. Aromas of ripe blackberry and cassis. Pair with hamburgers. Drink: 2015-2018. 437442 13.50% D 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. August 27, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Nederburg The Winemaster's Reserve Shiraz 2013, South Africa, South Africa: Luscious and full-bodied South African Shiraz with aromas of black plum and spice. pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2018. 56457 14.50% D 750 mL  $12.99 Score: 89/100. October 17, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

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