Fuzion Torrontes Pinot Grigio 2009, Mendoza, Argentina: Very floral with a dry lemon drop core. Aromatic and fascinating. Drink: 2009-2012. 168419 13.50% MD 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. August 17, 2010 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Pascual Toso 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: This elegant, balanced and complex Argentine red wine offers layers of delicious satisfaction. Aromas of smoky blackcurrant and cassis. Long finish. Great craftsmanship. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2016. 162610 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 3, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Argento Chardonnay 2015, Argentina: Smoky with toasty oak on the nose of this Argentine Chardonnay. Some sulphur goes away with decanting. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2015-2017. 591701 13% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 85/100. August 27, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Argento Pinot Grigio 2015, Mendoza, Argentina: A vibrant Pinot Grigio with floral aromas and tropical notes. Crisp and clean. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2015-2018. 620492 13% D 750 mL  $14.00 Score: 87/100. June 16, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Trapiche Astica Merlot Malbec 2017, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust Argentine red wine blend of Merlot and Malbec grapes. Aromas of black raspberry, coffee, and smoke. Deliciously ripe black fruit, vanilla smoke and dark spices. Full-bodied goodness delivered in every glass. Very satisfying. Incredible value and taste for this price point. Pair with spaghetti and meatballs. Drink: 2017-2020. 359075 13% D 750 mL  $8.00 Score: 87/100. September 5, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Finca Flichman Misterio Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Argentina: A full-bodied, supple Argentine Cabernet with aromas of dark fruit and toasty oak. Pair with hamburgers. Drink: 2018-2020. 163949 12.50% D 750 mL  $10.00 Score: 86/100. October 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Bodega Toro Winery Centenario Malbec 2019, Mendoza, Argentina: An incredible value for this full-bodied, supple Argentine red wine made from the country's classic Malbec grape. This is the most popular Malbec in Argentina, which is quite a feat given that's their specialty. Aromas of dark plums, berries and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2020-2023. 12452 12.50% D 750 mL  $9.80 Score: 88/100. December 3, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

TILIA Chardonnay 2022, Mendoza, Argentina: TILIA 2022 Chardonnay is produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the Mendoza wine region. Excellent value at $16, look for ripe melon, star fruit, lemon curd flavours, zesty and nicely balanced on the palate. A dry, medium-bodied, easy-going and elegant Chard that is great value for the price. Drink: 2023-2024. 31664 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. September 2, 2023 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Desquiciado Cabernet Franc 2021, Tupungato, Mendoza, Argentina: The Cabernet Franc and Malbec grapes for Desquiciado 2021 were sourced from Argentina's Tupungato wine region. Grapes were co-fermented giving the wine some beautiful ripe raspberry, blueberry, savoury herb and pepper spice flavours. Tannins are fine-grained. Lovely now though 2026. Amazing value at $16! Drink: 2023-2026. 32146 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. September 23, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Incayal Clan Malbec 2021, Mendoza, Argentina: Incayal Clan 2021 is a plushy and generous Malbec with ripe blackberry, earthy violets and pepper spice flavours fresh and zesty on the palate. An excellent value Argentinean Malbec at $17, enjoy it through 2030. Drink: 2024-2030. 32140 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. February 17, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

d'Arenberg The Stump Jump Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: d'Arenberg The Stump Jump 2019 is a dry, medium-plus-bodied red wine blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre sourced from the McLaren Vale wine region. Aside from the fact that it is excellent value at $18, the wine is generous and silky smooth with ripe cherry, black raspberry, plum, nutty, earthy and savoury herb flavours fresh and long on the palate. About the wine label, as the story goes, Richard Bowyer Smith, who was a South Australian blacksmith and the inventor of the stump-jump plough (able to plough tree roots) had poor eyesight, and the reason for the optometrist chart on the label. Drink: 2023-2025. 173294 14.40% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Corryton Burge Shiraz 2018, South Australia, Australia: Corryton Burge 2018 Shiraz is dry, medium-bodied and fragrant with dark cherry, coffee, chocolate, mint, anise and well-integrated toasty oak spice, fresh, juicy and textured on the palate. An excellent value Barossa red at $18. Pour with lamb kebabs from the grill. Drink: 2023-2025. 24606 15% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. June 24, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Jim Jim The Down-Underdog Shiraz 2019, South Australia, Australia: Jim Jim The Down-Underdog 2019 Shiraz is produced by Hugh Hamilton. A silky, full-bodied Shiraz from a near-perfect vintage, look for ripe black fruits, dried tobacco leaf, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours rich and smooth on the palate. A consistent crowd pleaser and great value at $18, enjoy it with hearty meat dishes or hard cheeses. Jim-Jim the Down-Underdog is so named for the winery's faithful dog, Jimmy, who passed away in 2010. Drink: 2023-2027. 682005 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

3 Rings Shiraz 2020, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: 3 Rings 2020 Shiraz is always a crowd pleaser as is its price at $18. The wine is fragrant and fresh with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, dark cherry, crushed raspberry, savoury herbs and dark spicy aromas and flavours balanced with mouth-watering acidity. Tannins are velvety and fine-grained. A beautiful Barossa Shiraz produced from estate grown grapes, and so good now with a roast rack of lamb. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2032. 15495 14.60% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. December 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

3 Rings Shiraz 2014, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: The high alcohol is evident with the heat on the palate of this rich, full-bodied Australian Shiraz. Attractive aromas and flavours of fleshy ripe black plum and blackberry liqueur with toasty oak. Drink: 2017-2020. 15495 14.60% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 14, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Kilikanoon The Lackey Shiraz 2016, Australia: Big, bold and black fruit with delicious fleshy ripeness wrapped in toasty oak. Polished tannins. Black pepper with a hint of eucalyptus on the finish. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2017-2022. 5199 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 1, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Deakin Estate Shiraz 2015, Murray Darling, North West Victoria, Australia: Lots of acidity and juicy black fruit flavours for grilled meats. Aromas of dark plums, toasty oak and blackberries. Smooth and full-bodied. Drink: 2015-2018. 560821 13.50% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 87/100. January 10, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

McWilliams Chardonnay 2007, Australia: A voluptuously layered, full-bodied Chardonnay with delicious notes of ripe peach, butterscotch and melon. Nicely balanced. This is an incredible price for a wine of this quality. Top me up! 91744 14% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 87/100. July 11, 2009 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Hardys Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, South Eastern Australia, Australia: A juicy, full-bodied, smooth red wine with attractive aromas and flavours of fleshy ripe black plums and toasty oak. Great value for this price. Try it with gourmet hamburgers and all the fixings. Drink: 2013-2015. 338012 12% D 750 mL  $13.00 Score: 87/100. October 17, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Hardys Stamp Chardonnay Semillion 2012, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied white wine loaded with toasty oak and smoke on the nose. Good price. Drink: 2013-2015. 335638 13% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 86/100. October 17, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

JJ McWilliams Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2013, Australia, Australia: A solid value for this Australian red wine blend of Cabernet and Merlot grapes. Full-bodied, smooth with toasty oak and black fruit. Pair with hamburgers. Drink: 2013-2015. 621599 13% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 86/100. February 1, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

McWilliams Wines JJ McWilliam Shiraz Cabernet 2013, South Eastern Australia, Australia: A full-bodied, rich and supple Australian red wine blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Attractive aromas of fleshy ripe black fruit, toasty oak and mocha. Pair with meat dishes. Great price. Drink: 2007-2011. 16741 13.50% XD 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 87/100. February 7, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Quidni Estate Winery Whynot Red 2012, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC VQA, Canada: Juicy, savoury and full-bodied BC red wine blend. Aromas and flavours of mouth-watering blackberry and wild raspberry. Supple and easy drinking. Perfect for BBQ. Drink: 2013-2018. 860502 13% D 750 mL Score: 89/100. September 28, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Santa Alicia Reserva Carmenere 2013, Maipo Valley, Chile: An amazing wine for the money! Full-bodied, supple, smooth and gorgeously textured. This is an ideal party wine, and companion to many hearty meat dishes. The tannins are so smooth that you can also enjoy it with drier meat dishes like turkey. Aromas of fleshy black plum and blackberry. Drink: 2015-2017. 309302 14% XD 750 mL  $13.25 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Caliterra Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Fleshy ripe purple and black plums on the nose and palate of this full-bodied, smooth Chilean red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Great price for the taste. Good party wine that won't break the budget. Pair with meat lovers' pizza and movie night. Drink: 2015-2018. 257329 13.50% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 88/100. April 25, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Concha y Toro Winemaker's Lot 148 Carmenère 2012, Rapel Valley, Chile: Gorgeously rich and full-bodied Chilean red wine made from the country's signature red grape, Carmenere. The grapes are grown in the estate's Las Pataguas Vineyard. This wine offers savoury, meaty blackberry liqueur aromas and dark spices. This is an amazing wine for the money. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2018. 30957 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 10, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Caliterra Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Fleshy ripe purple and black plums on the nose and palate of this full-bodied, smooth Chilean red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Great price for the taste. Good party wine that won't break the budget. Pair with meat lovers' pizza and movie night. Drink: 2014-2017. 257329 13.50% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. September 18, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Merlot 2015, Chile: Juicy, full-bodied and luscious with fleshy ripe flavours of purple plums and raspberry jam. Smooth and supple. This is an incredible price for this quality. Great party wine. Finishes with sweet spices. Pair with spaghetti bolognese sauce, meat balls, meat lovers' pizza and veal stew. Drink: 2015-2018. 361741 12.50% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Shiraz 2015, Central Valley, Chile: A full-bodied, smooth Chilean red wine made from Shiraz grapes. Notes of black plum and blackberry with some oak and spice. Simple, straight-forward and well-priced. Pair with roasted skirt steak or fettuccine al ragu. Drink: 2015-2017. 644062 12.50% D 750 mL  $8.45 Score: 86/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Rapel Valley, Chile: Firm tannic grip on the palate of this full-bodied Chilean red wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Decant 1 hour. Aromas of black currant and cassis with toasty oak. Finished with sweet toasted wood notes. Pair with a rare steak.Great price. Drink: 2016-2018. 535344 13% XD 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 86/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Santa Carolina Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2015, Central Valley, Chile: Juicy and full-bodied with fleshy flavours of black plum and blackberry. Smooth and supple. Finished with spicy sweet wood notes and toasted oak. Pair with chicken fricassee. Drink: 2016-2018. 245282 13% D 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. March 4, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Santa Rita 120 Cabernet Franc Carmenere Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Central Valley, Chile: An incredible value for such a tasty, full-bodied Chilean red wine blend. This is a great party wine that you can buy by the caseload. This wine is named from the 120 people who led Chile's uprising for independence in 1840. They took refuge in the cellars of Santa Rita at the time. Drink: 2014-2018. 308247 13.50% D 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 89/100. August 3, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Bisquertt Crazy Rows Carignan 2020, Maule Valley D.O., Chile: From the Maule Valley wine region, Bisquertt Family Vineyards Crazy Rows 2020 Carignan is produced from sustainably-grown grapes and is excellent value at $17. Lots of juicy, vibrant energy on this 100% Carignan from Chile generous with dark fruit, red berry, wild herb and spicy flavours fresh on the palate. Drink: 2023-2026. 30217 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Cono Sur Bicicleta Reserva Viognier 2024, Colchagua Valley, Chile: This unoaked white is like summer in a glass: bursting with ripe peach, apricot, orange blossom, and a hint of ginger spice. It’s dry, medium-bodied, and aromatic, with a smooth texture that lingers on your palate. Serve it chilled with Thai chicken curry or grilled shrimp tacos. Its lush fruit and zippy acidity balance spice beautifully. Or enjoy it solo on the patio. Fascinating fact: Winemaker Matías Ríos crafts this wine as part of Cono Sur’s commitment to sustainable viticulture. The winery was the first in South America to earn the CarbonNeutral delivery status. The iconic bicycle on the label honours the workers who commute on two wheels through the vineyards—eco-friendly before it was trendy. At $11.95, this Viognier overdelivers on every front, and I'd rate it 89 points for value and character. Drink: 2025-2027. 64287 13.50% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 89/100. July 5, 2025 Best Value White Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Miguel Torres Andica Organic Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Itata Valley, Chile: From the Itata Valley, Miguel Torres Andica Gran Reserva 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is great value at $18. This wine was fermented in stainless-steel tank with indigenous yeasts, and a portion of the wine (70%) was aged in neutral oak barrels for up to eight months. Look for juicy, smoky dark fruits, savoury herbs, earthy spices and dark chocolate flavours on this medium-bodied red from Chile. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2027. 25933 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 90/100. May 27, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Château La Perriere Muscadet 2021, Sèvre Et Maine, Loire A.C., France: From the Loire wine region, Château La Perriere 2021 Muscadet Sèvre Et Maine sur lie is amazing value at $15. Produced from the Melon de Bourgogne grape, this is a natural beauty, fresh and zesty for seafood, in particular, shellfish dishes like moules frites. Look for bright green apple, citrus zest and leesy notes balanced with racy acidity on the palate and ending with a lingering briny mineral finish. Absolutely delish as is its price. Drink: 2023-2025. 30099 12% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. September 23, 2023 Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Willm Reserve Pinot Blanc 2021, Alsace A.C., France: Willm Réserve 2021 Pinot Blanc is a super fresh and supple Alsatian Pinot Blanc; dry, medium-bodied with spring florals, white-fleshed stone fruit, lemon zest, blanched almond aromas and flavours silky, fresh and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with pan-fried Walleye filets topped with buttery toasted slivered almonds and a squeeze of lemon juice. Drink: 2023-2025. 667774 12.40% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. September 23, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Famille Perrin Réserve Côtes du Rhône Blanc 2015, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: This moderately priced southern French white wine blend is produced by the Perrin family, who also make the coveted Chateau de Beaucastel and have been making wine for five generations. Lovely French white wine from the Rhone Valley! Not too oaky or fruity: a delicious blend of earth and sunshine. Full-bodied with layers of Asian pear and a hint of smoke in this AC wine. Lots of energy and character in this Old World charmer. Primarily made from the Grenache Blanc grape, with some smoke and melon on the finish. Great price. Lovely lick of lime zest on the finish. Pair with pasta or seafood in a cream sauce. Drink: 2016-2019. 499509 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 30, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Hugel Gentil 2015, Alsace A.C., France: A classic, refreshing Alsatian white wine with lovely notes of lime, Asian pear, white peach and grapefruit. Perfect as an aperitif or an accompaniment to many dishes. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2017-2020. 367284 12% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 11, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Mouton Cadet Bordeaux Blanc 2016, Bordeaux, France: A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grapes create this balanced, restrained and moderately priced white Bordeaux wine. Aromas of fresh lemon. Balanced acidity for seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2017-2020. 2527 12% XD 750 mL  $15.20 Score: 88/100. October 6, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Cap Royal Rouge 2020, Bordeaux A.C., France: Cap Royal 2020 is a great value, vegan-friendly, Bordeaux Supérieur at $19. Dry, full-bodied, it is a rich and concentrated blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon fragrant with ripe blackberry, plum, earthy violets, cola, nutty and cake baking spice flavours creamy, harmonious and lingering on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained. Good now, better in 2024. Drink: 2024-2027. 486761 12.60% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 16, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Courtois La Source 2021, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: From the Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône wine region, Courtois La Source 2021 is a dry, medium-bodied and mouth filling red wine blend of mostly Grenache with some Syrah and is great value at $16. Produced from sustainably-grown grapes, this vintage is fragrant with pink florals and exotic spices with ripe dark berry, strawberry, cherry, cola and black pepper flavours zesty with vibrant acidity on the palate. Enjoy with juicy pork chops from the grill. Drink: 2023-2025. 526640 14.80% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. July 22, 2023 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Guillaume Aurèle Viognier 2015, Pays D'oc, South Of France I.G.P., France: Superb for the money! Floral, fragrant and aromatic but not over the top. White peach blossom and apple bloom. Finishes with stone fruit. Lovely! Drink: 2017-2019. 380741 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. September 2, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Loosen Bros. Dr. L Riesling 2021, Mosel Qualitätswein, Germany: Dr. L 2021 Riesling is a superb value Mosel Qualitätswein under $16. Fragrant with lemon pudding, ripe apple and peach jam aromas, the wine is off-dry, medium-bodied and mouth-filling with apple, peach, tropical fruit, lemon meringue and spring rain minerality on the palate. So good now with spicy pork ribs from the grill or try it with smoked-salmon Bennies. Drink: 2022-2026. 599274 8.50% M 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. July 22, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Villa Annaberta Wines Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2017, Veneto DOC, Italy: An excellent value for this superb, savoury and meaty Italian red wine with fleshy black fruit and a supple texture and full-bodied weight. Highly recommended. Pair with pepperoni pizza and charcuterie. Drink: 2019-2023. 378091 14.50% D 750 mL  $18.35 Score: 90/100. February 14, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Citra Terre Di Chieti Pinot Grigio 2017, Abruzzo IGP, Italy: A crisp, clean, light-bodied, straight-forward Italian white wine made from the Pinot Grigio grape. Aromas of lime and grapefruit with racy acidity for seafood. Drink: 2018-2019. 17483 13% D 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 86/100. September 26, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Casal Thaulero Pinot Grigio 2017, Chieti IGT, Italy: Clean and crisp with notes of lime and white melon. Serve chilled as an aperitif or companion to seafood and suishi. Drink: 2018-2020. 73163 13% D 750 mL  $7.95 Score: 86/100. December 7, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Cantina Lavis Pinot Grigio 2023, Alto Adige-Trentino, Italy: It’s a steal at just $15, less than half the price of top-notch Pinot Grigios, and it tastes even better. Fascinating fact: More than 800 small, family-owned farms grow grapes for this wine. It’s the wine version of an Avengers team-up, but with more stainless steel and less spandex. Drink: 2025-2027. 30961 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 93/100. July 4, 2025 Full Review

Storia Antica Ripasso Valpolicella Superiore 2015, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Generous oak is well woven with rich black fruit. Savoury, dark and delicious with full-bodied weight and incredible concentration of flavour. Long finish. Great wine. Pair with rich meat dishes. Drink: 2017-2022. 273672 14% D 750 mL  $18.25 Score: 91/100. November 11, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Feudo Maccari Olli Grillo 2021, Sicily D.O.P., Italy: From the Sicily wine region, Feudo Maccari Olli 2021 Grillo is so good and is fantastic value as well at $17. Dry, medium-bodied with beautifully-balanced acidity, the wine is fragrant with fresh florals, peach, soft citrus zest and stony mineral flavours bright, silky and lingering on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with seafood dishes or salads. Drink: 2023-2024. 477877 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. July 22, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Velenosi Querciantica Verdicchio Dei Castelli Di Jesi 2021, Marche D.O.C., Italy: I love Verdicchio Dei Castelli Di Jesi and this example from Velenosi, Querciantica (2021) in the Marche wine region is great value at $15. Fresh, fragrant with almond nut, peach, lime zest with loads of apple, citrus zest, spicy and briny mineral flavours eye-winking zesty on the palate. Too easy to enjoy with seafood dishes. Drinking beautifully now to 2025. Drink: 2023-2026. 16607 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. July 22, 2023 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Masserie Pisari Salento Rosso Primitivo 2021, Salento, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: The Primitivo wine grapes for Masserie Pisari 2021 are grown in the Conca d'Oro Valley, 10 minutes from the cooling and moderating breezes off the Mediterranean Sea. Dry and full-bodied, the wine is a mouthful of ripe and rich red berry, plum, blueberry, pepper and sweet dried tobacco leaf spices with crisp acidity on the palate. Enjoy with lamb kebabs and gourmet burgers from the grill. Drink: 2023-2029. 270306 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. July 22, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Gordon Ramsay Intenso 2020, Tuscany, Italy: Gordon Ramsay Intenso 2020 is a rich and intense red wine blend of 50% Sangiovese, 30% Montepulciano and 20% Merlot sourced from the Tuscany wine region. Produced by Alberto Antonini for Gordon Ramsay, the wine is dry, full-bodied and excellent value at $17. Look for ripe dark cherry, plum, vanilla and spicy notes balanced with food-friendly acidity and lingering on the palate. Pour with Tuscan-inspired dishes. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2022 Global Wine Masters Spring competition. Drink: 2023-2026. 32384 14% D 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 88/100. June 24, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Gran Maestoso Primitivo 2019, Puglia I. G.P., Italy: From Cantina Museo Albea in the Puglia wine region, Gran Maestoso 2019 Primitivo is a big, bold and juicy red; a powerful velvet hammer with ripe dark berry, plum, spicy, minty, herbal and chocolate flavours vibrant on the palate. Drink: 2023-2028. 10612 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

I Balzi Bio Grillo 2021, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Love this Grillo from the Sicily wine region. From Natale Verga, I Balzi Bio 2021 Grillo is excellent value at $17. Lovely pale gold in the glass, fruity with citrus, lime leaf, fine herbs and so zesty on the palate. Easy to love, just chill and enjoy it. Drink: 2023-2025. 17702 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. September 2, 2023 Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Pighin Pinot Grigio 2021, Friuli Grave, Friuli D.O.C., Italy: Pighin 2021 Pinot Grigio is an excellent value Friuli Grave wine region PG at $20. Bright and zesty on the nose and palate, look for fresh spring florals, ripe apple, green pear, melon, tropical fruit flavours balanced with tangy acidity on the palate. Absolutely one for seafood dishes. Chill and enjoy. Drink: 2023-2025. 987545 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 2, 2023 Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Luna Nuda Pinot Grigio 2016, Alto Adige Trentino I.G.T., Italy: Fresh, crisp and clean with mouth-watering acidity for seafood, salads and vegetarian dishes. Lime and lemon zest. Nice for the price. Drink: 2017-2019. 19773 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. September 30, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Feudi di san gregorio Greco Di Tufo 2016, Campania D.O.C.G., Italy Drink: 2017-2019. D 750 mL  $18.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Tommasi Le Rosse Pinot Grigio 2016, Delle Venezie I.G.T., Italy: A vibrant Italian white wine with mouth-wakening notes of melon and citrus. Tommasi is one of the most respected wine producers in the Veneto region. Pair this refreshing white wine with seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2017-2019. 19953 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. October 28, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Monte Antico 2013, Tuscany IGT, Italy: Made in a modern style with generous oak aging. Full-bodied Italian red wine that's a blend of 85% Sangiovese grapes with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot. This is a collaboration with winemakers Neil Empson and Franco Bernabei. The vines are planted on Tuscan hillsides and then aged 1 year in oak barrels and another 6 months in bottle before being released from the winery. Pair with meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2013-2018. 69377 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 86/100. September 5, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Zenato Valpolicella Superiore 2013, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Full-bodied, juicy and tasty with attractive dark red berries and cedar smoke. Perfect for so many dishes with robust flavours. Lots of mouth-watering acidity. Pair with pastas in meat sauce or sausages. Drink: 2015-2018. 995704 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 2, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Piazzano Chianti 2013, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Good price for this Italian quaffer offering attractive notes of dark red fruit, spice and smoke. Chianti is the iconic red wine of Italy, and has come way since those days of the straw-wrapped bottles. This rendition has terrific acidity for pasta dishes. Pair with movie night and pizza. Drink: 2015-2017. 393199 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. October 31, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Ogio Pinot Grigio 2008, Abruzzo, Italy: Hard to believe this price! Terrific wine for the money: refreshing and zippy; it makes a great aperitif as well as an acoompaniment to many dishes. Aromas of zesty limes, green apples and grapefruit. 86199 12% XD 750 mL  $8.85 Score: 86/100. December 1, 2009 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Casal Thaulero Sangiovese 2014, Chieti IGP, Italy: Fleshy sweet blueberies and plums on the nose and palate of this Italian red wine. Robust, smooth and tasty with good aciidty for pasta and tomato sauce. Some spice and sweet cherry flavours on the finish. Made from Sangiovese grapes. Drink: 2014-2017. 588996 13% MD 750 mL  $6.95 Score: 86/100. September 18, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Babich Wines Black Label Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Babich Black Label 2019 Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, medium-bodied, mouth-watering and savoury SB with mango, stone-fruit and briny mineral flavours creamy on the palate. So food-friendly with great acidity for grilled prawns or seafood Alfredo dishes. Produced from sustainably-grown grapes from the Marlborough wine region. So good now. Drink: 2021-2022. 9142 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. July 23, 2021 Top Rated White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Aveleda Loureiro 2020, Vinho Verde D.O.C., Portugal: From the Vinho Verde wine region, Aveleda 2020 Loureiro is amazing value at $14. The wine is fragrant with grapefruit, lime zest, white florals, fine herb, white pepper and minerally flavours spritzy and citrus zesty on the palate. Chill and enjoy it with a fresh seafood paella, and an absolutely perfect pairing to this wine. Drink: 2023-2024. 646067 11.40% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. October 6, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Alianca Winery Reserva Bairrada 2016, Bairrada DOC, Portugal: A toasty, smoky, full-bodied Portuguese red wine blend at an incredibly great price. Aromas of fleshy ripe black plums and dark spice. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2018-2020. 158741 13% XD 750 mL  $8.95 Score: 87/100. October 13, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Herdade São Miguel 2020, Vinho Regional Alentejano, Alentejo, Portugal: From the Alentejo wine region, Herdade São Miguel 2020 is a fresh and juicy blend of 50% Alicante Bouschet, 30% Touriga Nacional, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Syrah grapes with oodles of dark cherry, raspberry, plum, minty and cracked pepper flavours brilliant on the palate. Excellent value at $18. Enjoy with roast poultry dishes. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2021 Portugal Wine Trophy competition. Drink: 2023-2027. 70730 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 2, 2023 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Fiuza Verdelho 2019, Tejo, Portugal: From the Tejo wine region, Fiuza 2019 Verdelho is excellent value at $12. Dry, zesty and rich on the palate with ripe melon, fine herb, citrusy flavours and extremely drinkable now. Very nice for the price! Chill and enjoy it with seafood dishes. Drink: 2023-2025. 31189 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. October 21, 2023 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Olarra Cerro Añón Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Olarra Cerro Añón Crianza 2019 is an excellent value 90% Tempranillo, 10% Grenache and Mazuelo red wine blend at $15. Dry, full-bodied and vibrant with red berry, plum, dried strawberry with well-integrated oak spice flavours, this is a food-friendly Rioja red with pleasantly grippy tannins. Enjoy it with bison burgers from the grill. Drink: 2023-2029. 30224 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. September 23, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Álvarez de Toledo Marqués de Toro Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Castilla Y León, Spain: Alvarez De Toledo Marques De Toro 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, medium-bodied red wine from the Castilla Y León wine region. Fragrant with dark cherry, baking spice and minty aromas and flavours on the palate, tannins are medium and fine. Excellent value at $14, enjoy with meat pies, burgers and ribs from the grill. Drink: 2023-2026. 30227 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.00 Score: 89/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Romeo Monastrell 2019, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: From the Jumilla wine region, Romeo 2019 is a great value organically grown, 100% Monastrell at $16. Dry, medium-plus-bodied, fragrant and generous on the palate with ripe red and dark berry, cedar spice, tobacco leaf and smoky dark spices so flavourful on the palate. Tannins are firm. Pour with grilled game sausages. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2028. 33219 14% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. July 22, 2023 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Altanza 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: From Bodegas Altanza, Altanza Crianza 2018 is a great value 100% estate-grown Tempranillo at $18. The wine was aged for one year in French oak casks, followed by two months in French oak foudres. Easy to enjoy and pretty yummy now with ripe strawberry, cherry, plum, spicy cigar box and dark chocolate flavours. Enjoy it with a variety of aged cheeses like Manchego and Comté. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2027. 114835 13.30% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. September 2, 2023 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Familia Bastida Finca el Lince Monastrell 2017, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: Finca El Lince 2017 Monastrell is a great value Jumilla red wine at $18. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and generous with layers of ripe dark fruit, plum compote, anise, sweet spice, mint and balsamic notes bright on the palate. Drink: 2023-2028. 30315 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Muriel Fincas de la Villa Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Muriel Fincas De La Villa Crianza 2019 is a juicy, elegant and delish 100% Tempranillo produced from grapes sourced from the Rioja wine region. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and fruit-driven with ripe black plum, dark cherry, dark chocolate and white pepper spice flavours fresh on the palate. Excellent value at $17, enjoy it with farmer's pork chops from the grill. Drink: 2023-2026. 547208 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

El Petit Bonhomme 2020, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: From Les Vins Bonhomme, El Petit Bonhomme 2020 is a vegan-friendly, dry, medium-bodied red wine blend of Monastrell, Garnacha and Syrah fragrant with wild herbs, dark cherry, plum, black pepper and smoky notes vibrant on the palate with a lingering spicy finish. Enjoy it with skirt steaks from the grill. Drink: 2023-2025. 16578 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. February 17, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Finca Monica Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Finca Monica 2019 Tempranillo is a full-bodied Rioja red wine with dark cherry, red berry, plum, cassis, vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours fresh, generous and supple on the palate. Drink: 2023-2027. 574368 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. May 10, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Luis Cañas Rioja Crianza 2012, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A gorgeous, rich and full-bodied Spanish red wine made from Tempranillo grapes. Seductive aromas of leather, dust and smoke. Perfect for lamb with rosemary. This wine will also age well in your cellar or make a great gift wine. Drink: 2013-2019. 336719 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Monasterio de las Viñas Blend Gran Reserva Garnacha 2005, Carinena 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 Garnacha (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: 2008-2016. 82024 13% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 18, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Fetzer Pinot Grigio 2014, California, United States: A refreshing, zippy Californian white wine made from the popular grape Pinot Grigio. Aromas of white melon and lemon. Enjoy as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Light-bodied with good acidity. Drink: 2014-2016. 34041 12.50% M 750 mL  $8.45 Score: 85/100. October 23, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: A full-bodied, rich and complex Washington state red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon grape. Aromas of wild blackberry, cedar and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2013-2018. 460154 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 3, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ironstone Merlot 2015, Lodi, California, United States: Mocha-dark chocolate on the nose with fleshy black plum and campfire smoke aromas on this full-bodied Merlot. Dependably delicious year after year. A consistent and accessible Californian Merlot with loads of toasty oak and chocolate flavours. Don't listen to Miles (from the movie Sideways), try this with burgers. Four generations of family have been making wine at Ironstone. You can visit them in the historic Gold Rush town of Murphys in California. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2016-2020. 704353 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 17, 2018 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Robert Mondavi Winery Private Selection Chardonnay 2016, Central Coast, California, United States: A lovely, luxuriously layered, full-bodied Californian Chardonnay with aromas of toffee, butterscotch, golden apple and pear. Pair with roasted chicken or turkey. Drink: 2016-2020. 379180 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 27, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Hogue Chardonnay 2015, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A terrific value for this Washington Chardonnay. Full-bodied and smoky with toasted oak notes, but not over-bearing - nicely integrated. Bright apple aromas on the mid-palate. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2017-2020. 402172 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. August 5, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

William Hill North Coast Chardonnay 2021, California, United States: William Hill 2021 Chardonnay is fragrant with ripe apple, pear and lemon curd aromas, the wine is dry, medium-bodied and buttery with apple pie, lemon zest and baking spice flavours smooth and mouth-filling on the palate. Lovely now, chill and enjoy it with grilled chicken and seafood Alfredo dishes. Founded in 1976 by William Hill, the winery is located on a 200-acre parcel at the foot of Atlas Peak on the Silverado Bench. Drink: 2025-2026. 288555 13.80% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. January 4, 2025 Top Rated White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review