Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin Meritage 2008, BC VQA, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, 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: 2012-2020. 626325 13.50% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaine De La Croisette Syrah Blend 2007, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône, France: A rustic, full-bodied, tasty red with cedar and black cherry notes. Smelling this wine is like walking through a spring cedar forest after rain: inviting and wonderful. What a great price. 155465 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. April 3, 2010 Full Review

Perrin & Fils CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL COUDOULET DE BEAUCASTEL 2009 2009, Rhone, France  48884 14% XD 750 mL  $29.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Santa Margherita Pnnot Grigio 2009, Alto Adige/Trentino, Italy  106450 12%  750 mL  $17.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Farnese Sangiovese IGT 2008, Abruzzo, Italy Drink: 2010-2015. 512327 12% D 750 mL  $8.95. July 24, 2008 Full Review

Don Sebastiani & Sons Aquinas Pinot Noir 2017, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES  277657 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95. January 1, 2012 Full Review