Zolo Malbec 2005, Mendoza, Argentina: The grapes for this wine come from four estate vineyards in the Mendoza region. The wine was then aged for 12 months in French and American oak. The result is a full-bodied red loaded with blueberries, vanilla, coffee, cocoa and blackberries. Nicely balanced with decent length on the finish. 81091 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2008 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Salentein Reserve Malbec 2007, Mendoza, Argentina: Stunning concentration of aromas and flavors with excellent balance. Round, polished tannins give a velvet mouth-feel. This wine was aged 14 months in French oak. 640854 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.00 Score: 91/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

09 Malbec Layer Cake - Mendoza (One True Vine) 2009, Argentina, Argentina  219287 14.90% XD 750 mL  $22.95. January 1, 2011 Full Review

08 Malbec Septimo Dia (Codorniu S.A.) 2008, Argentina, Argentina  219295 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95. January 1, 2011 Full Review

Viniterra Select Malbec 2005, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina: Vintages Wine Panel: Look for aromas of cedar, spice box, leather and black cherry, and expect lots of personality on the palate from this beautifully sculpted Malbec. My note: Haunting purple plums (yes there is such a thing) with full-bodied, smooth, juiciness. An interesting dark spice finish. Drink: 2011-2014. 177964 14% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 88/100. October 15, 2011 Full Review

Casa Lapostolle Carmenere, Chile, Chile  168740 13.50%  750 mL  $16.05. January 1, 2011 Full Review

Monte Zovo Ripasso Valpolicella 2008, D.O.C., Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Year after year, this fabulous Ripasso is a major hit with customers. It’s fruit-forward with layers of cranberry, cherry, herb, peppery spice and meaty notes. Dry with a medium-full body and a lingering finish, it has the structure to match flavourful dishes. Its upfront fruit-forward style also makes it a pleasant sipping wine. My note: Very purple and tasty! Bring on the blueberries, blackberries and purple berries. Full-bodied, juicy and somewhat like zinfandel. Smooth and fun. 650713 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. January 22, 2011 Full Review