Pascual Toso Alta Reserve Malbec 2008, Mendoza, Argentina: Stunning! Rich, deep, complex, satisfying. Words almost diminish the experience. Loaded with savoury dark fruit, a complex weave of smoke and a finish that you hope lasts until the next bottle. Drink: 2012-2028. 261958 13.50% XD 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 95/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Grant Burge The Holy Trinity Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 2008, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: An incredibly rich and concentrated with intense aromas and layers of blackberry liqueur flavour. Demands hearty meat dishes and won't be satisfied until you are. Bring it on! Drink: 2012-2016. 236257 14.50% XD 750 mL  $41.95 Score: 94/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Tyrrell’S Rufus Stone Shiraz 2009, Heathcote, Victoria, Australia: I love this shiraz, even as I watched its price increase rapidly due to popularity. It's rich and round with warm, inviting aromas of fleshy black plums. A lovely acidity brightens the middle. Some kind of wonderful. Drink: 2012-2016. 91488 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 31, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Alain Jaume & Fils Terrases De Montmirail 2009, A.C., Gigondas, Rhône, France: Beautiful black cherry richness with savoury cedar and a gorgeously long finish. Full-bodied but not heavy despite its alcoholic strength. Love it! Drink: 2013-2022. 264234 15% D 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 94/100. March 31, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Le Dit De La Clapassière Séguret 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: A fantastic wine for the money! Here's your party and summer barbecue vino. Full-bodied and layered with lip-smacking delicious layers of black fruit. Drink: 2012-2016. 652339 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. April 14, 2012 Full Review

Château De Bord La Croix De Frégère Laudun, Brotte, Aimé Et Pascal Fayolle, Prop.-Récolt. 2009, A.C., Côtes Du Rhône-Villages, France: A rich and delicious red with robust layers of black cherry, smoke and cherry. Mouth-watering and juicy with delicious flavours, especially for this price point. Drink: 2012-2016. 264218 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Les Hauts De Smith 2Nd Wine Of Ch. Smith-Haut-Lafitte Daniel Et Florence Cathiard Meritage 2008, A.C., Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France: Classic bordeaux: elegant and refined, though not spectacular. Full-bodied with smoke, blackcurrant and cassis. Decants 1-2 hours for maximum pleasure. Drink: 2012-2015. 241240 13.70% D 750 mL  $36.95 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2012 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Château De Mercey Mercurey Domaine Rodet Pinot Noir 2009, A.C., Burgundy, France: A juicy pinot with pleasantly sour cherry and cranberry aromas and flavours. I love this style but its an acquired taste as it' not fruity or ripely sweet. Drink: 2011-2018. 264531 13% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Domaine Rebourgeon-Mure Volnay Pinot Noir 2009, A.C., Burgundy, France: Such a pretty pinot! The best of New and Old World styles: ripe luscious berry aromas without being too fruity. Terrific balance, silky, seductive texture and a long finish. A touch of earth and smoke but not a lot. Lovely! Drink: 2012-2016. 91090 13% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Marziano Abbona Terlo Ravera Barolo 2006, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Needs cellar time: very tannic yet the balance is there. Gorgeous black fruit, tar, violets and smoke. A long-term keeper. Drink: 2014-2022. 67918 14% XD 750 mL  $48.25 Score: 94/100. April 28, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Due Torri Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Dark, rich and complex with black cherry liqueur concentration of flavour, yet dry. Great for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2012-2019. 724740 15% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Herdade Penedo Gordo António M. Esteves Monteiro Vinho Tinto 2008, D.O.C., Alentejo, Portugal: Vintages Wine Panel: A roast leg of lamb with garlic and rosemary would complement this fine wine, which will also reward 3+ years in a cellar. My note: Love it! Mocha-rich and fleshy dark berries. I want to sink into this wine and come out after I’ve had my fill. As a voluptuary, this is my kind of wine. Rich, full-bodied and velvet smooth. What an amazing price. Drink: 2011-2014. 218339 13.80% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. April 14, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Rioja Bordón Gran Reserva Bodegas Franco-Espanolas Tempranillo 2003, D.O.C.A., Rioja, Spain: Love that mature leather and tobacco flavour! Palate is more seductive than the nose. Age and wisdom have their benefits when it comes to wine as well. This is seductively smooth and complex; a contemplative wine. Full-bodied and elegant. Drink: 2012-2023. 12295 13% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Sbragia Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Sonoma Valley, California, United States: Savoury and black as night and just as mysterious and alluring. Gorgeous depth of fleshy dark plums and berries with a polished edge of toasty oak. Drink: 2012-2017. 291054 14.90% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 93/100. August 18, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: A generous, supple and full-bodied red with lovely aromas and flavour of plush plums and dark berries. Drink: 2012-2015. 135145 14% D 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 89/100. July 7, 2012 Full Review

Saintsbury Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir 2007, Carneros, California, United States: Luscious, elegant and superb. This is Californian pinot noir raised to its highest Platonic ideal. Forget philosophy though, and top up your glass: this is great wine! Drink: 2012-2016. 261594 14.90% XD 750 mL  $79.00 Score: 95/100. April 14, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review