Tinhorn Creek Vineyards Kerner Icewine 2009, Okanagan Valley, BC, VQA, Canada: A lovely, rich wine with aromas of peach preserves, ripe apricot and marmalade. Perfect for after-dinner, either with dessert or on its own. Drink: 2010-2012. 153155 12.60% S 750 mL  $29.99 Score: 92/100. April 22, 2011 Full Review

Cave Spring Reisling Icewine 2008, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: One of Canada's top wine producers, especially when it comes to Riesling, both dry and dessert style. This lovely dessert wine offers aromas an flavours of apricot and peach, Beautifully balanced. Drink: 2013-2019. 576033 10% S 375 mL  $49.95 Score: 93/100. September 12, 2013 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Full Review

Mission Hill Family Estate Reserve Riesling Icewine 2010, Okanagan V.Q.A., BC, Canada: Beautifully crafted and balanced dessert wine! Elegant, seamless with long flavours of pear and peach. Drink: 2012-2020. 776545995216 8.50% S 375 mL  $69.99 Score: 94/100. October 31, 2012 Full Review

Nk'Mip Cellars Qwam Qwmt Riesling Icewine 2011, Okanagan Valley, BC VQA, Canada Drink: 2013-2023. 9% S 375 mL  $59.99. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Perrin & Fils L'andéol Rasteau 2011, Côtes Du Rhône-Villages A.C., France: Classic Rhone Valley red wine with signature aromas of black fruit, pepper, cedar smoke and dried herbs. Savoury and delicious with earthy rather than overtly fruity nuances. Decant 2 hours or cellar it.  Your choice; your aptitude for delayed gratification -- or not! Drink: 2013-2017. 976845 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 22, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Les Amouriers Signature Vacqueyras 2012, Rhône A.P., France: Gorgeously balanced, intriguing, deep, rich and complex French red wine. Aromas of wild black fruit and smoke. Pair with braised meats. Drink: 2014-2019. 381038 14.50% D 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 91/100. January 26, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

M. Chapoutier Marius Grenache Syrah 2015, Pays D'oc IGP, France: A terrific wine, especially at this price! Full-bodied with aromas of cedar brush, black fruit and smoke. Beautifully balanced and complex. Just what you'd expect from a Chapoutier wine. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2015-2019. 470096 13.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 90/100. August 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Bastide Miraflors Syrah Vieilles Vignes Grenache 2022, Côtes du Roussillon, Rousillon A.P., France: From the Côtes du Roussillon, Bastide Miraflors 2022 Vielles Vignes Grenache and Syrah represents an exceptional value. This red wine unfolds a spirited character with layers of sun-kissed ruby fruit intermingled with subtle hints of aromatic laurel, a whisper of savoury olive tang, and delicate traces of untamed field botanicals. Its imposing structure gracefully gives way to a smooth, refined finish that promises to captivate. Try it alongside tender braised short ribs in a red wine jus or a sumptuous wild mushroom risotto accentuated with fresh thyme. Drink: 2025-2028. 320499 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 22, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Halos de Jupiter Côtes du Rhône, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône, France: Halos de Jupiter Côtes du Rhône is a dry, medium-plus-bodied blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah crafted by renowned winemakers Philippe Cambie and Michel Gassier, revealing red plum, Earl Grey tea and violet with a peppery, toasted oak finish. Serve it at room temperature with grilled ribeye au poivre, where the wine's spicy notes and firm tannins complement the cracked black pepper crust and rich beef flavors, or pair it with roasted lamb shoulder with herbes de Provence as the wine's garrigue-like character echoes the aromatic herbs. Philippe Cambie is one of the Rhône Valley's most celebrated consulting winemakers, having earned the title "Flying Winemaker" for his work with over 100 estates across southern France and gaining fame for helping producers achieve top scores from critics worldwide. This elegant, beautifully balanced red offers tremendous value and can be enjoyed now or cellared through 2030 as its layers of fruit and spice continue to integrate. Drink: 2025-2030. 276956 15% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Gérard Bertrand AN 806 Corbières 2021, Corbières, Languedoc, France: Gérard Bertrand An 806 is a medium- to full-bodied Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre blend from Corbières, Languedoc, with a firm weight and dry profile, best served at room temperature. Winemaker Gérard Bertrand offers a charred, rich wine layered with black fruit, damson, crushed strawberry, garrigue herbs, espresso, and charred oak, supported by medium, rounded tannins and a fresh, textured palate. At 14% alcohol, it has aging potential through 2028, developing further depth while maintaining vibrancy. Pair it with a meat lover's pizza to complement its dark fruit and spice, or roast duck to highlight its charred, savoury notes. This wine exemplifies Languedoc's ability to produce full-bodied, approachable red blends with finesse. Drink: 2025-2028. 394288 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. December 6, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Leitz Eins-Zwei-Zero Rosé, Rheingau, Germany:  858596 M 750 mL  $13.95. May 15, 2026 Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Whitehaven Pinot Noir 2012, Marlborough, New Zealand: Such a pretty medium-bodied red wine! This New Zealand Pinot Noir offers seductive aromas of fleshy strawberry and field raspberries, yet is dry and mouth-watering for food. Gentle acidity pulls it together as a dinner companion or an aperitif. Great value. Drink: 2013-2017. 532929 14% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 91/100. February 1, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Man Family Wines Free-Run Steen Chenin Blanc 2024, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Man Vintners Free-Run Steen 2024 Chenin greets you with nectarine and honeydew aromas laced with subtle tarragon and pastry hints. The mouthfeel is satin-smooth but taut, closing on a saline blush. Pair with spiced chickpea fritters, sautéed green beans and a citrus-dressed fennel salad. Drink: 2025-2026. 126847 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 2, 2025 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Robertson Winery Prospect Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Robertson W.O., South Africa: The vineyard for this concentrated South African Cabernet is planted on Zandvliet Mountain at a height of 172 metres facing the southeast, which helps ripen the cabernet grapes yet maintain their balanced acidity as well. Mocha-blackberry goodness on the nose with supple full-bodied layers of dark fruit on the palate. Lots of coffee-espresso and dark fruit on the finish. This would be terrific with hearty meat dishes. Decant 1 hour. Drink: 2013-2018. 687814 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 26, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Torres Salmos Priorat 2015, Priorat D.O.C.A., Spain: From producer, Miguel Torres, Torres Salmos 2015 is a lush and full-bodied red wine from the Priorat wine region. The grapes for Salmos are planted on slopes of shale called "licorella stone." The name of "Salmos" is in honour of the monks of La Cartuja who first planted the vines in the Priorat region. This is a fragrant, spicy wine with velvety tannins, ripe black cherry savoury spice finishing long and satisfying. Drink: 2019-2025. 450734 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 94/100. July 8, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Celebrated Chicken and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Sterling Merlot 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: Sterling is known for its smooth, full-bodied and superbly balanced Merlot wines. This classic frm the heart of Napa Valley is a Vintages Essential product. Sterling launched California's first-ever vintage-dated wine back in 1969. The 2011 vintage is loaded with aromas of blackberry and black plum. Superb. Drink: 2013-2018. 330241 13.10% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. September 27, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: This blockbuster Californian red wine needs more cellar time: it's just a baby, but a bruiser. Full-bodied, complex and layered with aromas of cassis, blackcurrant, dried herbs, tobacco leaves and cigar box. Decant 1-2 hours and pair with rare filet mignon. Wow. Drink: 2016-2023. 232371 14.40% D 750 mL  $67.95 Score: 93/100. February 1, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review