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MontGras Reserva Carmenère 2016, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Terrific value for this full-bodied red. Loaded with black plums, berries and some smoke. Evenly oaked with a robust, satisfying weight. Yum! Drink: 2016-2019. 178624 13.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 88/100. December 7, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review
Casa Santos Lima Colossal Reserva 2014, Vinho Regional Lisboa, Portugal Drink: 2018-2022. 548867 14.20% D 750 mL  $15.95. September 1, 2018 Full Review
Silk & Spice Red Blend 2016, Portugal, Portugal: A tasty, full-bodied, smooth Portuguese red wine blend made from native grapes. Flavours of sweet plums and blackberries, along with spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Thus, the name of the wine in reference to the traditional spice route around Portugal merchant sailing vessels took to get to the East in the 1500s to buy spices and trade goods. Pair with Hawaiian pizza or Mexican mole. Drink: 2016-2018. 533307 13% MD 750 mL  $16.00 Score: 87/100. December 8, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

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