Mitolo Jester Shiraz 2012, South Australia, Australia: Bacon and campfire smoke on the nose of this big Australian red wine from oak aging. It's made from the country's flagship red wine grape Shiraz. Richard Tarlan was a favourite among the jesters to the Queen Elizabeth I and was the first to achieve national celebrity status. This wine is named in his honour, but it's no joke. Pair with lamb cutlets. Drink: 2014-2018. 659607 15% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. February 9, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Symington Altano 2013, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Black cherry liqueur flavours: rich and delicious especially for this price. Juicy and mouth-watering with good acidity for tangy tomato sauces and hearty meat dishes. Smooth and full-bodied. Great value. Drink: 2014-2018. 579862 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 26, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Boekenhoutskloof Wolftrap Viognier Chenin Blanc Grenache Blanc 2014, Western Cape, South Africa: A vibrant and crisp South African white wine blend of Viognier, Chenin Blanc and Grenache Blanc grapes at an excellent price. Notes of lemon, lime, lanolin and fresh cut grass. Pair with vegetarian dishes and salads. Drink: 2014-2018. 292532 13.80%  750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. January 11, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Monasterio De Las Viñas Gran Reserva 2007, Cariñena D.O., Spain: A mouth-watering, delicious Spanish red. Full-bodied, but not heavy with notes of ripe dark red fruit. this wine is a blend of Grenache (otherwise known as Grenache), Tempranillo, Cariñena and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. This Gran Reserva is a rare opportunity to taste mature Spanish wine, a rare treat . Pair with veal. Drink: 2010-2017. 82024 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Monasterio de las Viñas Reserva 2008, Cariñena D.O., Spain: Juicy and mouth-watering with aromas of tanned leather and cigar box. Supple and smooth. Ready to drink now with grilled lamb. Drink: 2014-2018. 166579 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 17, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review