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Best's Bin No. 1 Shiraz 2014, Great Western, Victoria, Australia: Blackberry and fleshy black plum aromas on the nose with some mint, and a savoury mouth-watering note on the palate. Full-bodied and generous. Supple and smooth. Grilled pork chops please! This wine is robust yet it also has terrific balance, the result of its cool-climate origins. This wine will go the distance. Drink: 2016-2021. 222323 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. August 19, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Henry of Pelham Winery Speck Family Reserve Pinot Noir 2012, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous Niagara Pinot Noir with a vibrancy on the nose and palate that's unforgettable. Wild cherry, earth and truffles. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2014-2023. 657874 13.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. February 6, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: A spectacularly rich and full-bodied Chilean Cabernet that also manages to be wonderfully balanced and long on the finish. Nicely balanced acidity for meat dishes with tangy or tomato sauces. Great structure and elegance. Very fresh on the finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2017-2024. 203364 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. March 18, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review
Ginestet 2015, Pauillac, Bordeaux A.P., France Drink: 2017-2022. 524439 13% D 750 mL  $35.95. January 6, 2018 Full Review
Ravenswood Old Vine Zinfandel 2014, Lodi, California, United States: A gorgeously rich and full-bodied Californian Zinfandel from one of the state's top producers. Aromas of black plums, smoke and dark spice. Smooth and perfect for barbecued meats. Drink: 2014-2019. 942599 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. September 16, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review
Pacific Heights Pinot Noir 2015, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: A racy, juicy Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir with aromas and flavours of fleshy ripe and tart cherries. Medium-bodied and smooth. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2016-2021. 13% D 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 92/100. April 25, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

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