Pascual Toso Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Full-bodied, straight-forward red with black raspberries and blackberries. Rustic and chunky with a coffee-tinged finish. Smoky notes. Great campfire wine. 35170 14%  750 mL  $12.95 Score: 86/100. April 22, 2011 Full Review

Auka Malbec 2007, Argentina, Argentina: A full-bodied, black-fruited red with generous oak and smoke. 168401 13.90% XD 750 mL  $12.15 Score: 85/100. November 6, 2010 Full Review

Famiglia Bianchi Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Vintages Wine Panel: Deeply coloured with aromas of blackberry, spice cupboard, woodsmoke and dried lavender. Dry, rich and round with a long, fruity finish. Enjoy it tonight. My note: Absolutely phenomenal for the price! Here’s your holiday party wine by the case. Juicy blackberry liqueur rich aromas and flavours. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. Drink: 2011-2014. 677559 13% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. October 29, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Long Flat Cabernet Shiraz 2008, Southern, Australia: Bursting with black cherries and cassis. Juicy, full-bodied and well-rounded with supple texture and layers. Fantastic price. Terrific party wine. 212373 12.40%  750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. March 28, 2010 Full Review

Domaine Boyar Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Bulgaria, Bulgaria  340851 13%  750 mL  $7.85. July 22, 2008 Full Review

Perez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Maipo Valley, Chile: Supple, medium- to full-bodied with juicy-ripe flavours of plums, fleshy berries and other dark fruits. Smooth and absolutely delicious! 694208 14.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. August 17, 2010 Full Review

Casillero del Diablo Reserva Carmenere 2007, Rapel Valley, Chile: Laced with dark chocolate, coffee and mocha up front with black raspberries and purple plums on the palate. Lip-smacking delicious! Hamurgers never had it so good. 620666 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 86/100. March 24, 2009 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Concha y Toro Frontera Cabernet Sauvignonv Merlot 2008, Chile, Chile  116426 12.50%  750 mL  $9.95. July 22, 2008 Full Review

Terra Noble Gran Reserva Carmenère 2008, Maule Valley, Chile: Oh my goodness, this is incredible! The price has to by a typo. Juicy, full-bodied, smooth with fleshy black fruit. Try with osso buco or a slow-cooked roast with root vegetables. Buy a case for your parties. Drink: 2011-2016. 957050 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 12, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Cono Sur Bicicleta Pinot Noir 2008, Central Valley, Chile: This is such a tasty, juicy, mouth-watering wine for the money! Ripe, zingy cherries with a lovely medium body and silky texture. Mercifully closed with a screwcap. Drink: 2010-2014. 341602 13.50% XD 750 mL  $12.50 Score: 87/100. December 1, 2009 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Montes Limited Selection Cabernet Sauvignon Carmenère 2010, Apalta Vineyard, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Vintages Wine Panel: This modern blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Carmenère is truly a superb value that shows the best of both varieties with its blueberry, plum, blackberry and spice flavours. It's dry and mouthfilling with plush fruit flavour and a lengthy finish. If you're a Cab lover looking for something a little different, then look no further. Hearty dishes with a bit of spice are a great match. My note: What crafty winemaking here! Just the right blend of the two grapes to produce a wine that is packed with dark fruit flavour but also has length, balance and depth. Pretty amazing for the price point! Drink: 2011-2014. 16071 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. October 15, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Koyle Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Alto Colchagua, Colchagua Valley, Chile: You can't go wrong with this full-bodied red, especially at this price point. It has the power of Chilean fruit but is also well-scultped and balanced. 256073 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. January 7, 2012 Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Veramonte Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Herbal and fresh with grassy-good crispness. No heavy oak. Good aperitif. 367748 13.90% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. November 13, 2010 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Santa Carolina Barrica Selection Petit Verdot 2008, Rapel Valley, Chile: Vintages Wine Panel: One of the lesser-known Bordeaux grapes, Petit Verdot, takes centre stage in this fine Chilean red. Packed with blackberry, dark chocolate, floral and toast notes, this wine is deeply flavourful and satisfying. Enjoy it tonight. My note: terrific quality for the money! Dark, savoury notes of blackberry, cassis and mocha. Full-bodied and dark. 7484 14.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. November 13, 2010 Best Value Red Wine Tied. Full Review

Perrin & Fils Perrin Réserve Côtes Du Rhône 2008, Rhône Méridional, France  13%  750 mL  $15.70. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Pigmentum Malbec 2012, SOUTH WEST, FRANCE  18370 13.50% XD 750 mL  $12.15. January 1, 2011 Full Review

Cellierdauphins Carte Noire Syrah Blend 2008, Cotes Du Rhone, France: Simple and tasty with dark berry flavours and no heavy oak. 110197 14% XD 750 mL  $10.00 Score: 83/100. November 6, 2010 Full Review

Château Fongaban Meritage 2006, A.C., Côtes De Castillon, France: Incredible for the price! Full-bodied and juicy with black fruit and smoke. Lip-smacking delicious layers of fleshy ripe blackberries. Top me up! Drink: 2011-2015. 138735 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 12, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Perrin & Fils Reserve Syrah Blend 2007, Cotes De Rhone, France: Vibrant black raspberries and cherries with zingy acidity that makes this full-bodied wonder very food friendly. 363457 13%  750 mL  $16.95 Score: 87/100. August 17, 2010 Full Review

Rodet Syrah 2008, Cotes Du Rhone, France  8979 14%  750 mL  $15.95. July 23, 2008 Full Review

Terra D Aligi Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2008, D.O.C., Italy  28530 13.50%  750 mL  $11.95. July 23, 2008 Full Review

Citra Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2008, D.O.C., Italy  446633 13%  750 mL  $7.45. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Casal Thaulero Sangiovese 2008, Abruzzo, Italy  588996 13%  750 mL  $7.10. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Farnese Casale Vecchio Montepulciano A'bruzzo 2008, Abruzzo, Italy  612788 14% XD 750 mL  $10.95. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Lamberti Santepietre Classico Valpolicella 2008, Veneto, Italy  560508 12%  750 mL  $12.95. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Barone Montalto Nero d'Avola Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Sicily, Italy Drink: 2010-2013. 621151 13.50% D 750 mL  $9.90. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Sella & Mosca Reserva Cannonau Di Sargegna 2006, Sardinia, Italy: Love the Old World styling here! Aromas of alluring leather, spices and earth. So lovely not to taste a fruit bomb. Widen your world with this wine. Fantastic value. 425488 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. November 6, 2010 Full Review

Zonin Ripasso 2020, Veneto, Italy  170142 14% D 750 mL  $17.05. January 1, 2011 Full Review

Bellingham Shiraz Viognier 2008, South Africa, South Africa  554360 14% D 750 mL  $14.95. July 20, 2008 Full Review

Miguel Torres Coronas Tempranillo 2009, Catalunya, Spain: Luxurious layers of black cherry and plums. A smokey weave of oak on the finish that is satisfying and long-lasting. Incredible quality and taste for this price. Drink: 2010-2015. 29728 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. November 6, 2010 Full Review

Bodegas De Los Rios Prieto Prios Maximus Roble Tempranillo 2009, D.O., Ribera Del Duero, Pesquera De Duero, Spain: Vintages Wine Panel: This wine received a score of 90 in the 2011 Peñin Guide to Spanish Wine. Grown in the respected Pesquera area, and aged almost 6 months in American oak and 6 months in bottle before release, this wine offers up notes of plum, baked prunes, leather, earth, spice and blueberry. The palate offers more spice, blueberry and earth with a touch of sweet vanilla adding complexity. Medium bodied and finely balanced, with a nice savoury finish. This wine will enhance meals. My note: Delicious with a smoky-espresso nose and dark fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and mouth-watering. Terrific price. Drink: 2011-2014. 103432 15.20% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. November 12, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Big House Winery Red 2008, California, United States: A delicious, full-bodied red that delivers terrific value at this price point. Wonderful red for potluck gatherings and pizza night. 178632 13% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. November 6, 2010 Full Review