Santa Julia Familia Zuccardi Reserva Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: A satisfying, well-made wine for the money. Rich and balanced without being heavy. Juicy dark plums, berries and dark spices. 429761 14% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. October 24, 2009 Full Review

Wolf Blass Red Label Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, South Estern Australia, Australia: Vintages Wine Panel: Deep ruby purple color; dry and full-bodied with medium tannins, ripe blackberry and oaky vanilla aromas and flavors; long finish. My note: Vanilla-cherry and cool mint on the nose, followed by lovely ripe blackberries and plums on the palate, rich, smooth and inviting. 311795 13% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. May 7, 2009 Full Review

Wakefield Shiraz 2009, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: Blackberry liqueur richness with a hint of mint. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. This is an incredible wine for the price. Drink: 2012-2015. 943787 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Le Clos Jordanne Village Reserve Pinot Noir 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: An intriguing nose offering masala spice, cherry, black raspberry, smoke, nutmeg and cloves. Dry and medium bodied, the palate is very fresh and seamlessly balanced and poised. Characterful and with great structure. The alcohol is 12.5% and beautifully integrated with the tannins, acidity and fruit. Wonderfully harmonious. Cellar for 2-4 years or enjoy tonight. My note: Lovely sweetly ripe cherries on the nose with soft rose petals. Medium-bodied and satin smooth. Surely, one of Canada’s best pinots at this price point (it’s a bargain). Drink: 2011-2016. 33894 13.50% XD 750 mL  $30.00 Score: 92/100. September 3, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Inniskillin Pinot Noir 2009, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Loaded with rich cherry-berry flavour delivered on a satin texture with medium- to full-bodied weight. A blackberry-infused finish makes this wine go down slippery fast. Drink: 2011-2014. 261099 12.20% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 17, 2010 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Featherstone Winery Featherstone Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008, V.Q.A. Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: Mocha dark aromas with black cherry goodness. Smooth and medium-bodied. Delicious! Pressed in French oak barrels then aged in them for 10 months. Drink: 2011-2014. 001 12% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. January 3, 2012 Full Review

Château La Tour De L'évêque Rosé 2008, A.C., Côtes de Provence, France: Vintages Wine Panel: The redesigned bottle is the first thing you might notice about this perennial favorite. Next is the lovely orange-salmon color. Then comes the nose: it displays a subtle array of aromas, including red berry, cherry, smoke and garrigue. On the palate, this medium-bodied rosé makes a great first impression with pretty fruit, nice balance, very good weight and an elegant, medium-long finish. My note: Classic Provencal rose, with pale layers of alluring strawberry goodness. Bone dry. 319392 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. June 6, 2009 Full Review

Foncalieu La Réserve Du Crouzau St. Gervais 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: An incredible wine for this price point! Rich, full-bodied, offering generous layers of fleshy blackberries and dark fruit. Buy a case while it lasts. Drink: 2012-2016. 142943 15.10% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

St. Urbans-Hof Estate Btld. Riesling 2008, Q.B.A., Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany: Knock me over lovely! Aromas of peach wax, pear and apricot preserves. Just a touch of sweetness makes this dance beautifully with glazed ham, Asian dishes and so much more. 995746 9.50% MD 750 mL  $19.75 Score: 90/100. July 24, 2010 Full Review

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling 2009, Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany: Wonderful revelation! Staggeringly great value/taste for the price. Packed with aromas of peach, pear, melon and zen. Perfect for almost any social situation and a wide variety of palates. Drink: 2010-2013. 599274 8.50% MD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. October 2, 2010 Full Review

Firriato Etna Rosso Nerello Mascalese Nerello Cappuccio 2008, D.O.C., Sicily, Italy: Fiery and dark with blackened edges of vengeance. Love the blackened fruit and campfire intimacy of this wine. Full-bodied and fire-souled wine. Drink: 2011-2015. 219592 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 30, 2011 Full Review

Cusumano Nero D'avola 2010, Sicily, Italy: Love it! Uniquely delicious and rich with layers of full-bodied black fruit and plush texture. Incredible price. Drink: 2011-2013. 143164 14% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. January 3, 2012 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Varvaglione Papale Vigne & Vini Primitivo Di Manduria 2008, Puglia D.O.P., Italy: Juicy great with generous layers of mouth-watering blackberries, blueberries and purple plums. Primitivo is the Italian version of zinfandel ... Fire up the barbecue! Drink: 2012-2016. 261784 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 89/100. March 17, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Graham's 10 Years Old Tawny Port 1998, Port, Portugal: Graham's wines come primarily from its own Quinta do Malvedos near Tua and Quita das Lages in Rio Torto. Graham's 10 Years Old is made from wines matured in seasoned oak casks of 534 litres until their peak of maturity is reached. Gorgeous notes of caramel, toffee, almonds and honey. Lovely tawny color. Great depth and complexity. 206508 20% S 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 90/100. December 4, 2008 Full Review

Cálem Colheita Single Vintage Sogevinus Btld. 2011 Tawny Port 1998, D.O.C., Douro, Portugal: One of my favourite tawny port producers! This lovely toffee-rich, toasted almond wonder is a superb after-dinner drink or pair it with crème brûlée or biscotti. Drink: 2006-2017. 264259 20% S 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Full Review

Nederburg The Winemaster's Reserve Shiraz 2009, South Africa, South Africa: Very yummy! Full-bodied with mouth-watering juiciness and supple layers of fleshy dark plums. Absolutely incredible for this price. Drink: 2009-2013. 56457 14.50% D 750 mL  $12.99 Score: 89/100. January 3, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Leira Pazo Pondal Albariño 2010, D.O., Rías Baixas, Spain: Crisp and refreshing with lemon and grapefruit aromas. If you like pinot grigio, give this a try. Very food friendly. Drink: 2012-2014. 115816 12.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 87/100. March 17, 2012 Full Review