Penfolds Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz 2008, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: So beautifully made: classic structure, endless flavor, ultimate pleasure. Minty cool wraps around lush blackberries and cassis to ticket your senses. Perfect for dinner parties and other gatherings. Drink: 2011-2016. 422782 14% XD 750 mL  $49.00 Score: 94/100. October 29, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Turkey Flat Butcher's Block Shiraz Grenache Mourvèdre 2009, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This is a blend of 55% Shiraz, 28% Grenache and 17% Mourvedre grapes. A super smooth texture yields layers of black cherry, cranberry, black raspberry and plum. Some enticing notes of hickory smoke and cedar box in the background. 90241 14% D 750 mL  $21.25 Score: 93/100. January 21, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Five Stones Reserve (Kpm) Beckett's Flat Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: Full-bodied, balanced and elegant with attractive dark fruit and smoke. Layered and satisfying with a good finish. Great for veal. Drink: 2013-2016. 157305 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. February 16, 2013 Incomparable Kosher Wine Full Review

Magpie Estate The Sack Shiraz 2009, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied and seductive with lusciously ripe blackberries and black plums on the nose. Fills out on the palate with layers of hedonistic richness and dark fruit. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2015. 94078 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. February 16, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Schild Shiraz 2009, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Big fleshy blackberries and black plums roll off the nose followed by savoury goodness and mouth-watering juiciness on the palate. Layers of pleasure with a long finish. Some dark spice and smoke on the finish. Oh double yum. Drink: 2013-2017. 66555 14.50% XD 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Mcpherson Basilisk Shiraz Mourvèdre 2010, Central Victoria, Australia: Gorgeous, mouth-watering aromas and flavours of black and luscious purple plums. Blackberries, fleshy ripe, roll over your tongue. Full-bodied and supple and endless. Drink: 2013-2017. 289926 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Tyrrell's Wines Brookdale Semillon 2012, Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia: Lemon freshness in a glass with a lovely rich lanolin texture. The perfect wine that is stylistically between sauvignon blanc and chardonnay. The grapes for this wine come from a single vineyard, the Pokolbin Hills Estate vineyard. They use a cool fermentation and minimum time on the lees to create a very fresh style of wine. There is oak fermentation or aging to stay true to that signature. Lots of lemon and lime on the finish. Drink with fresh seafood or shellfish. Drink: 2012-2018. 269316 12% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. May 11, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Grant Burge The Holy Trinity Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2010, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: An incredibly rich and concentrated wine with intense aromas and layers of blackberry liqueur flavour. Demands hearty meat dishes and won't be satisfied until you are . Bring it on! This is a flagship label for this winery and you'll know why when you taste it. It's a blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre grapes (thus, the trinity). Lovely dark raspberry notes on a long, and ultimately satisfying finish. Worth every penny. Drink: 2012-2016. 236257 14.50% XD 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 94/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Oscar's Estate Shiraz Viognier 2010, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Like the dark hero on a romance novel: take me now! Brooding, full-bodied, muscular and well, you know, seductive. Black fruit aromas, savoury flavours with a long finish (most importantly). Again please, and again. Drink: 2012-2016. 287961 15.90% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 93/100. September 28, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Schild Estate Shiraz 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia: Big fleshy blackberries and black plums roll off the nose followed by savoury goodness and mouth-watering juiciness on the palate. Layers of pleasure with a long finish. Some dark spice and smoke on the finish. Oh double yum. There's some dark spice, black fruit and deeply seated longing and desire on the finish. Give this wine the filet mignon it deserves. Drink: 2013-2018. 66555 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

St. Hallett Gamekeeper's Shiraz Grenache 2010, Barossa Valley, Australia: Baked cherries and kirsch on the nose with a warm, peppery finish. Full-bodied and tasty. Great value. This winery has been making classic wine in the heart of the Barossa Valley since 1944. In Australia, this blend of Shiraz and Grenache grapes along with a dash of the flagship Portuguese grape Touriga Nacional is called the Gamekeeper’s Reserve. Some pepper on the finish is just right for that grilled steak. Drink: 2013-2016. 24117 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 26, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Two Hands Wines Gnarly Dudes Shiraz 2011, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Complex, full-bodied and delicious! Loaded with black fruit flavours yet it's very dry and balanced, with a lovely long finish. Great dinner party wine. The "gnarly dudes" refer to the old, twisted grapevine trunks that are illustrated on this wine's label. This is a classic red from the heart of the Barossa Valley. Serve this at a dinner party featuring a hearty meat dish, and listen to the murmurs of appreciation. Superb craftsmanship! Drink: 2012-2016. 660043 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. October 26, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Dowie Doole Second Nature Cabernet Shiraz Merlot 2010, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied with mint and blackberry on the nose, then it spreads out over the palate with fleshy black fruit and mocha. Great price for the quality. Drink: 2013-2016. 361329 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 1, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mitolo Jester Shiraz 2009, Mclaren Valle, South Australia, Australia: Superb depth and focus in this generous Australian Shiraz! Very convenient half bottle size means that you can dine eloquently for one or two with a glass or two. Full-bodied and sensuous. Perfect for grilled steak or lamb. Drink: 2013-2016. 180430 14.50% D 375 mL  $11.95 Score: 92/100. June 7, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Mitolo Jester Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mclaren Valle, South Australia, Australia: Here's your ultimate lamb with rosemary wine. This robust Cabernet over-delivers against its price point beautifully. I also love the Shiraz this winery makes. Full-bodied with smoky black fruit. Great concentration and depth with a good finish. Very satisfying. Crack open a bottle (or two) tonight. Drink: 2013-2018. 43224 14.90% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. February 21, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Kilikanoon Wines The Lackey Shiraz 2010, South Australia, Australia: Rich and full-bodied with classic Aussie Shiraz character. Big black fruit, a hint of mint and a savoury depth. Incredibly great price. The Lackey represents terrific value in this producer's line-up. There's some lovely blackberry, cassis and spice on the finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2015. 5199 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. July 6, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

d'Arenberg The High Trellis Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Juicy, savoury and delicious Australian red wine with black fruit and cedar aromas. Smooth and long. The result is an intensely concentrated Cab that finishes with terrific notes of vanilla smoke, chocolate and black fruits. Pair this hearty red wine with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2020. 943456 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. June 24, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Domaine Tournon Mathilda Chapoutier Shiraz 2017, Victoria, Australia: Once again, Chapoutier has the magic wine touch no matter where he makes wine in the world. This one for Australia's Victoria wine region. Look for vibrant, ripe blueberry, dark plum, meaty, earthy sand savoury herb flavours on this Shiraz made for the BBQ. Drink: 2020-2023. 327395 13.50% D 750 mL  $16.25 Score: 93/100. June 22, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Serafino Shiraz 2016, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A smoky, full-bodied, estate-grown Shiraz from the McLaren Vale with full-on juicy blackberry, ripe cherry, dark chocolate, anise, smoky, toasty flavours on the palate. Tannins are soft and easy. Enjoy now with a grilled New York striploin steak. Drink: 2020-2026. 407718 14% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. June 26, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Josef Chromy Pepik Chardonnay 2019, Tasmania, Australia: Pepik is the nickname for Josef in Czech. As an adjective it also means approachable and easy-going, presumably for both Josef and his wine. An unoaked Chardonnay rich and concentrated with ripe peach, apple and citrus zest flavours creamy on the palate from lees ageing. Pair with grilled shellfish dishes. Drink: 2020-2023. 378240 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. August 11, 2020 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Sol De Andes Reserva Especial Chardonnay 2009, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Full-bodied with lovely peach and pear notes. Just the right amount of oak for richness and support. Long finish. Nicely done. Drink: 2012-2015. 254326 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Santa Alicia Gran Reserva De Los Andes Carmenère 2009, Maipo Valley, Chile: Minty black plums on the nose that opens to a fleshy seductive richness on the tongue. Full-bodied and supple. I like that the fruit doesn't taste sweet but more savoury. Great food wine, and all-round lovely wine for the money. Drink: 2013-2016. 93831 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Château des Roques Cuvée du Château Vacqueyras 2014, Vacqueyras, Rhône A.P., France: Love the juicy blackberry, cherry, earthy and mineral nose on this robust red from the Vacqueyras, Rhône wine region. Mouth-watering with ripe blackberry, licorice and sour cherry flavours finishing long on the palate. Pair with bison burgers and grilled games sausages. Drink: 2020-2024. 352039 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. June 22, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Xavier Cuvée Anonyme 2009, A.C., Châteauneuf Du Pape, Rhône, France: A gorgeous and robust blend of 25% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, 25% Syrah grapes with the balance being 25% Counoise, Vaccarese and other grapes. Seductive nose of black cherry and blackberry liqueur, anise underbrush, cedar. Aromatic, complex, layered and deep with a very long finish. Worth every penny. Try with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2020. 337659 14.50% XD 750 mL  $56.95 Score: 97/100. July 6, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Château De Vaudieu 2012, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: Black, brooding, rich and deep: this is a huge French red wine. Aromas of blackened berries and plums and charred toasty oak. Pair with a brontosaurus burger. Drink: 2015-2022. 164871 15% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 92/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Provolo Amarone Della Valpolicella 2010, Veneto DOCG, Italy: This robust Italian red wine from Provolo-Mezzane di Sotto is a rich and layered Amarone with aromas of black cherry liqueur and smoke. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2015-2025. 15.50% D 750 mL  $35.00 Score: 92/100. January 10, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Remo Farina Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2016, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: A robust and full-bodied Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico made from Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Molinara, Oseleta and Turchetta red wine grapes. Rich and weighty and elegant on the palate with dried fig, raisin, ripe strawberry, cake spice and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Pair with rich meat pasta and tomato sauce dishes. Drink: 2019-2023. 995910 14.50% D 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 93/100. July 16, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Villa Girardi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Classic amarone with gorgeous concentration: black cherry liqueur, smoke and dried herbs. Mouth-watering and complex with layers of depth and length. Wow. Drink: 2013-2020. 159913 13.50% D 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 95/100. February 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Masi Grandarella 2008, I.G.T., Rosso Delle Venezie, Appaxximento, Veneto, Italy: Coffee and dark chocolate with dried herbs and some wild tart blackberries. Full-bodied, smooth, rich and deep. Cries out for a hearty meat dish. Drink: 2012-2016. 606921 14.50% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 91/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Remo Farina Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2007, D.O.C.G., Veneto, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Enticing aromas of spiced plum, cherry, dried herbs, smoked meat, coffee and tar. Sweet, spicy and savoury notes intermingle on the medium-full-bodied palate, along with bright acidity and some tannin presence for balance. Tasty red-cherry character emerges on the mid-palate. Poised, lingering finish. Will evolve over 1-2 more years, but drinking very well now. My note: Full-bodied and rich and dark and savoury with dried herbs and pleasantly bitter black cherry. Drink: 2012-2020. 995910 14.50% XD 750 mL  $35.95 Score: 90/100. December 10, 2011 Full Review

Masi Grandarella Refosco Trevenezie Masi Grandarella 2004, Trevenezie, Veneto I.G.T., Italy  606921 14.50% D 750 mL  $28.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Cusumano Syrah 2010, Sicily, Italy: Incredible for this price point! Luscious and full-bodied with layers of fleshy-rip dark fruit. Smooth and tasty. Drink: 2011-2013. 145490 14.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. January 3, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Ca' Bolani Traminer Aromatico 2011, D.O.C., Friuli, Aquileia, Italy: Clementine and honeysuckle blossom on the nose: very aromatic and perfumed with a white floral finish. Medium-bodied, mouth-watering and lovely. Drink: 2013-2015. 320705 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. July 6, 2013 Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2009, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Luxurious dark satin fruit with fleshy sinful goodness. Smoke and black plums roll off the long finish. Liquid gorgeous. Drink: 2013-2018. 988055 14.50% XD 750 mL  $29.25 Score: 93/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Tangley Oaks Chardonnay 2010, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: A lemon zest chardonnay that's focused and medium- to full-bodied. Not really buttery or oaky, more citrus fruit driven. Great for roast chicken. Drink: 2012-2016. 311589 13.90% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. February 16, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Irony Small Lot Reserve Pinot Noir 2012, Monterey, California, United States: Very juicy cherry-berry fresh and ripe, with that natural fruit sweetness in this dry wine. Some smoky oak. Medium-bodied, supple, juicy and lovely. Enticing mix of spice and fresh earth on the finish. Drink: 2013-2017. 353227 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.25 Score: 90/100. June 21, 2014 Plush Pork Wine Full Review