Wakefield Shiraz 2018, Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia: A generous, full-bodied, smooth and savoury Australian Shiraz from the cool climate of the Clare Valley. Aromas of ripe fleshy black plums. Terrific value. Absolutely delicious. Pair with grilled steak and hamburgers. Drink: 2020-2023. 943787 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 16, 2020 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Auld Family Wines Strawbridge Shiraz 2017, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Auld Strawbridge 2017 Shiraz is perfumed on the nose with ripe blackberry, blueberry, earthy vanilla, cedar and baking spice flavours supple and long on the palate. Tannins are fine and polished. Just an outstanding Barossa Shiraz ready to drink now and for the next eight years. Drink: 2021-2025. 21149 15% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. November 12, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin 2013, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A spectacular blend of cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, merlot and malbec with a solid Bordeaux-like structure. The Okanagan signature is fully present here with a generosity of dark fruit aromas and rich, full-bodied weight. A long, satisfying finish. Drink: 2015-2022. 626325 13.80% XD 750 mL  $60.95 Score: 93/100. February 1, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Concha y Toro Marques De Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon 2015, Maipo Valley, Chile: Juicy with delicious aromas and flavours of fleshy ripe black plums that you can almost sink your teeth into. This Chilean Cabernet is made from grapes grown in the winery's Puente Alto and Pique vineyards at the foot of the Andes mountains. The vines are planted in rocky soils that have alluvial origins and are nutrient poor, which is perfect for wine. There is gravel on the sub-soil level. Pair with grilled meats. A juicy, full-bodied Chilean Cabernet loaded with fleshy ripe purple and black plums, blackberry jam and toasty oak. Smooth and supple. The wine was aged for 16 months in French oak barrels and in 5,000 litre foudres (extra large barrels). Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2016-2020. 337238 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. April 1, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Lungarotti Rubesco Sangiovese Colorino 2018, Umbria D.O.C., Italy: Produced by Cantine Giorgio Lungarotti, Lungarotti Rubesco 2018 is a powerful and muscular blend of Sangiovese and Colorino grapes sourced from the Umbria wine region. Full-bodied and intense with layers of dark berry, cherry, ripe plum, grilled herbs, nut, spice and dark chocolate flavours on the palate balanced with mouth-watering acidity. Tannins are firm and this wine demands a rich, meaty dish. Decant for a couple of hours prior to pouring it with a Hunter's stew or meaty lasagne. Drink: 2022-2026. 368548 13.50% D 750 mL  $72.25 Score: 90/100. September 9, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Cantina di Montalcino Brunello Di Montalcino 2016, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Cantina di Montalcino 2016 Brunello Di Montalcino is an earthy, full-bodied red from the Tuscany wine region. Produced by C.S.M. Coop Serl Montalcino, fragrant on the nose and rich on the palate with ripe black plum, dark cherry, clove, cigar box, dark chocolate and smoky flavours concentrated on the palate. Tannins are grippy and the wine would benefit from a few more years in cellar to marry and mellow. Try in 2024. Drink: 2024-2028. 17704 13.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 94/100. March 5, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Meerlust Rubicon 2017, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Stellenbosch W.O., Meerlust Rubicon 2017 is a full-bodied, smoky red blend of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot. Grapes were vinified separately for the final blend. Deep, dark, dense and aromatic with earthy florals, cassis, black plum, soy sauce, anise, cinnamon, cedar spice flavours concentrated and intense on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and powdery. Demands food! Feed it a roast beef done rare. Built to age for 10-plus years. Drink: 2022-2039. 64329 14% XD 750 mL  $63.95 Score: 95/100. April 1, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

KWV Cathedral Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Western Cape, South Africa: Savoury and juicy, offering incredibly great value. This robust South African red wine made from the classic Cabernet Sauvignon offers dried herbs, black plum and dark spice. Decant 2 hours. Pair with Kobe beef. Drink: 2024-2026. 328567 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. April 1, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Valdelacierva Crianza 2016, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Valdelacierva Crianza 2016 is a classic Rioja Tempranillo and amazing value at $17. The wine is dry, robust and juicy with layers of dark cherry, plum, boysenberry, anise, citrus zest and stony mineral flavours vibrant on the palate. Pour with a Porchetta roast. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2028. 438713 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 1, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Edna Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Central Coast, California, United States: Edna Valley Vineyard 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied, smoky and spicy Cab from Central Coast, California and excellent value under $22. Rich on the palate with ripe dark cherry, cedar spice, garrigue herbs and flinty, smoky vanilla flavours that linger on. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy with a juicy sirloin steak from the grill. Drink: 2021-2026. 369959 13.80% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: This robust Washington red wine is a deep ruby-red hue in the glass. Aromas of intensely ripe black cherry, blackberry, cigar smoke, leather and spice. The 2016 vintage of this classic Cabernet Sauvignon has great structure and a long finish. Decant one hour and enjoy with a rare steak. Drink: 2018-2023. 269357 13.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. January 8, 2020 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Seven Falls Cellars Merlot 2016, Wahluke Slope, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: A fragrant, savoury and plushy Merlot, full-bodied with ripe plum, dark fruit, cherry, raspberry, chocolate, wood spice and earthy, smoky flavours on the palate. Tannins are supple. Seven Falls sources their grapes exclusively from the Wahluke Slope, which is one of the warmest, driest regions in Washington's Columbia Valley. Drink: 2020-2024. 420711 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. June 11, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Sonoma County, California, United States: St. Francis 2018 is a dry, intensely concentrated, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma County, California. Earthy on the nose with blackberry, cocoa and smoky vanilla aromas, smooth and supple on the palate with dark cherry, cassis, olive, earthy, fine herb flavours with a savoury, smoky finish. Drink: 2021-2024. 671164 13.80% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review