Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2006, Mendoza, Argentina: A towering wine with terrific structure and depths of violet-blackberry aromas. Round, smooth and supple with whiff of vanilla smoke in the background. 14% XD 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 93/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Zuccardi Malbec 2007, Mendoza, Argentina: A profusion of black fruit and smoke on the nose followed by fleshy ripe berries and black cherries on the palate. A dark-spiced infused finish. Another wine from this winery that tastes at least twice as expensive as it costs. 741520 14% XD 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 93/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Trapiche Iscay Merlot Malbec 2006, Mendoza, Argentina: Equal portions from Malbec and Merlot blend to create an extraordinary wine with cassis, blackberry and dark spice. Iscay means "two" in the local native Quechuan language of the Incas. Elegant and plush, this wine was aged 18 months n French oak. 99291 14.50% XD 750 mL  $55.00 Score: 94/100. June 12, 2009 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Viña Cobos Bramare Malbec 2006, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina: A deeply powerful, concentrated and extracted wine with aromas with black fruit, smoke and mocha-rich coffee. This wine was aged 18 months in French and American oak and wasn’t fined or filtered. Full-bodied, supple with a warm finish. Drink: 2008-2014. 123729 15.10% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. June 20, 2009 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Susana Balbo is one of Argentina’s best winemakers. She is talented and has great taste. Full-bodied, savory, rich and deep: this wine has it all. Fleshy dark fruit but something more exotic. Love it! Drink: 2011-2015. 79798 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. April 2, 2011 Favourite Red Wine. Full Review

Catena Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: A fine elegant wine with terrific balance, flavour and depth. There's a nervy energy to this wine: French elegance keeping the power and concentration of Argentine fruit in check. Full-bodied but not heavy. Finishes with dark spices and tobacco smoke. Lovely. Drink: 2011-2015. 478727 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. August 5, 2011 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Trapiche Fausto Orellana De Escobar Single Vineyard Malbec 2007, La Consulta, Mendoza, Argentina: Luxuriously layered and rich with a thick mouth-coating texture and weight of flavours. A hint of mint on the nose wrapped on ripe black fruit, then a coffeed-espresso finish. Such a wonderfully unusual wine. Decant 1-2 hours. Drink: 2011-2020. 178145 14.50% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 95/100. November 12, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

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

Pascual Toso Alta Reserve Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Stunning! Rich, deep, complex, satisfying. Words almost diminish the experience. Loaded with savoury dark fruit, a complex weave of smoke and a finish that you hope lasts until the next bottle. Drink: 2012-2028. 261958 13.50% XD 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 95/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Pascual Toso Alta Reserve Malbec 2009, Barrancas Vineyard, Mendoza, Argentina: Deepest, darkest concentration of blackberry, blackcurrant and black plum I've tasted in a while. Full-bodied and smooth; this delivers lots of hedonistic satisfaction. This wine will benefit from 2 hours decanting. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with filet mignon or a pepper steak. Drink: 2013-2017. 261958 13.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Luca Malbec 2011, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied with lots of attractive mocha and chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging. Fleshy black fruit emerges from underneath. Delicious and layered. Drink: 2013-2017. 167312 14% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. October 12, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Trapiche Terroir Series Single Vineyard Jorge Miralles Malbec 2009, La Consulta, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied red wine with attractive aromas of blackberries, black plums, dark spice and tar. Long finish. Superb craftsmanship. Drink: 2013-2018. 261040 15% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Achaval Ferrer Florida Del Tunpungato Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Here's a terrific red wine to liven up any meaty meal or conversation. Gorgeous aromas of dark spiced fruit, vanilla smoke and some licorice. Bring it on, along with lots of friends to share this bottle, or two. Drink: 2014-2018. 24737 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. May 10, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Trapiche Terroir Series Ambrosia Vineyard Malbec 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: The grapes for this magnificent Argentine red wine are sourced from vineyards in Gualtallary, Tupungato and Mendoza planted at an altitude of 1307 metres above sea level in mostly sandy soil and 30% calcaire gravel. The grapes are carefully hand harvested, with bunch and berry selection and destemming. Fermentation is done with wild native yeast and maceration takes place in small concrete vats over 25 days, at 26-28ºC with a natural malolactic fermentation. The wine is then aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels with bottle aging of another 12 months. This Malbec offers classic aromas of black fruit, thyme, rosemary, and anise. Great mineral depth with firm tannins and a long finish. Pair with game meats and hard cheeses. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2020. 402941 15.50% XD 750 mL  $42.15 Score: 94/100. April 30, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Susana Balbo Signature Dominio Del Plata Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Blueberry-blackberry pie aromas on the nose with enticing dark spices and smoke. Full-bodied, supple and smooth. Pair with roast beef or prime rib. Great price. Highly recommended. A terrific wine for the holidays, whether to give or to get. Drink: 2013-2018. 79798 14.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. June 27, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Pascual Toso Alta Reserve Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: The grapes for this towering Argentine red wine were sourced from the Barrancas Vineyard. Deepest, darkest concentration of blackberry, blackcurrant and black plum that I've tasted in a while. Full-bodied and smooth; this delivers lots of hedonistic satisfaction. This wine will benefit from 2 hours decanting. A long, satisfying finish. Pair with filet mignon or a pepper steak. Drink: 2013-2019. 261958 13.50% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 93/100. October 25, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Trapiche Terroir Series Orellana De Escobar Malbec 2010, La Consulta, Mendoza, Argentina: Luxuriously layered and rich with a thick mouth-coating texture and weight of flavours. A hint of mint on the nose wrapped on ripe black fruit, then a coffeed-espresso finish. Such a wonderfully unusual and decadent wine. Decant 1-2 hours and pair with game meats and great conversation. Drink: 2015-2020. 178145 14.50% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 95/100. September 19, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Alta Vista Premium La Casa Del Ray Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Wow, this is a full-on Argentine red wine loaded with flavour and character! Aromas of fleshy blackberry, cassis and toasty oak. Gorgeous dark colour belies the concentration of this powerhouse that finishes long and satisfying. Superb value. It's big, but balanced and cries out for a brontosaurus burger, or another hearty meat dish. Drink: 2015-2018. 129957 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 12, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wakefield Jaraman Shiraz 2013, Clare Valley, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Black fleshy plums on the nose with a pleasant bite of acidity mid-palate for lots of dishes from tangy meat sauces to grilled meats. More black fruit and mouth-filling roundness. A consistently good producer at good prices for the quality. Highly recommended. Drink: 2015-2018. 377036 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. May 15, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review