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Southbrook Vineyards Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario VQA, Canada: Juicy and savoury, yet with a deliciously attractive note of fleshy sweet blackberry on the nose and palate. This full-bodied, dry red wine is Ontario's leading organic and biodynamic winery hands down. Beautifully supple and rich with a long finish. Pair with a rare juicy steak from grass fed cattle. Drink: 2014-2019. 193573 12.60% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. September 15, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: Savoury and juicy with dried herbs and seductively fleshy black berries. Supple texture. Wow, this is great! Drink: 2016-2022. 203364 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. April 30, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Louis Tête Coteaux Bourguignons Gamay 2014, Beaujolais A.P., France: So pretty! Lovely fleshy black cherry and a velvet texture. So loaded with character yet not heavy. Love this. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2017-2021. 448860 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 2, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Ségla 2010, Margaux, Bordeaux A.C., France: Juicy and mouth-watering with aromas of tart dark fruit. The 2010 vintage was a strong one for Bordeaux and Seglas is a much-respected winery. I expected more depth and richness of fruit from this vintage and producer. However, this is still a solid wine. Drink: 2012-2024. 359810 13.50% XD 750 mL  $69.95 Score: 90/100. November 5, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review
10 Alconte R.Duero (Bodegas Y Vinedos Montecastro) 2010, Ribera Del Duero, Spain  426221 14.50% XD 750 mL  $27.95. January 1, 2015 Full Review
Allende Tempranillo 2007, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Corpulent aromas of purple plums, blackberries, allspice and grilled meats. A full-bodied wonder that would be a dinner party hit. Drink: 2008-2017. 954560 13.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. January 11, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Seven Falls Cellars Merlot 2011, Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Mocha, coffee and espresso on the nose that is so seductive... wow. Opens on the palate with fleshy black fruit and a velvet texture. Full-bodied and mouth-filling. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 420711 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. August 4, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review
Bridlewood Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Paso Robles, California, United States: A full-bodied Californian red wine with grapes grown in the much-respected region of Paso Robles that produces a wide variety of wine styles. Lots of dark fruit and spice on the nose of this wine. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2019. 449751 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 2, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Frei Brothers Winery Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Full-bodied, with black fruit: Savoury, juicy, firm grip that's satisfying. Decant 2 hours and enjoy with a rare steak. Lots of fleshy dark plums on the finish. Drink: 2015-2019. 38075 14.20% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 91/100. August 4, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

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