Agostino Inicio Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Seductive nose of fleshy, come on in black fruit. Fresh and deep and inviting with juicy layers of come hither. The 2011 vintage was matured for 6 months in American and French oak. Crazy good price. Buy a case. Drink: 2014-2018. 330670 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Trivento Amado Sur Malbec Bonarda Syrah 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: This robust red wine is a blend of 80% Malbec, 10% Bonarda and 10% Syrah grapes that was matured for a year in oak. Bursting with aromas of black fruit, smoke and tar. This wine needs cellar time and decanting of 2 hours. Pencil led and black fruit on the finish. Try it with hearty meat dishes. Match with robust dishes of beef, pork or lamb. Drink: 2014-2017. 37036 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. January 10, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Duca Di Quadri Catemario Collezione Privata Pinot Grigio 2013, Friuli, Collio D.O.C., Italy: Signature Pinot Grigio offering crisp refreshment and a fine elegance in the glass. Notes of white citrus fruit and wild flowers. Mouth-watering vibrancy! Lemon-lime lift, medium-bodied. Great aperitif or companion to seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2013-2015. 120782 12.40% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Rapitala Alto Nero D'avola 2012, Sicily I.G.T., Italy: Love the dark fruit seduction. Layers of luscious black berry velvet caresses the senses and tongue. Wrap your mind and everything else around this black beauty. This wine was aged in both oak barriques and casks. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2013-2017. 392852 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Coopers Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Grassy and herbal but not overly so in this zesty, well-respected New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Finishes with lime lift and zest. Even the acids are well balanced here. I smell vegetarian quiche. I'm hungry (and thirsty). Drink: 2013-2015. 957407 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. November 1, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

KWV Kwv Chardonnay 2012, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: This rich, buttery chardonnay is produced by the South African winemaking co-operative KWV. This is simply amazing value for this WO-appellation wine, with all its layers of apple pie, baked bread and peach notes. Perfect for roast chicken. Drink: 2013-2017. 328559 14.70% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Ercavio Roble Más Que Vinos Tempranillo 2011, La Mancha, Tierra De Castilla, Spain: A sensuous, seductive red wine with mocha and black fleshy fruit in the nose that follows through on the palate. Full-bodied with lots of character and life. Love the espresso finish. I drool with I think of this wine paired with a coffee-rubbed steak. Drink: 2013-2017. 67504 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Monasterio de las Viñas Reserva 2006, Cariñena D.O., Spain: Brought to us by Grandes Vinos Y Viñedos and San José de Aguarón, this is a great wine for the price point! Juicy, full-bodied, savoury and smooth. Aromas of cedar and black cherry. Great pick for a potluck gathering or movie night. It would also be terrific with cold cuts and hard cheeses. Drink: 2012-2017. 166579 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 19, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Rio Madre Graciano 2013, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A terrific, full-bodied red wine at an staggeringly great price! This is a DOCA wine and is produced by Bodegas Y Vinedos Ilurce. Loaded with black pepper, fleshy dark fruit, mouth-watering action and layers of lip-smacking flavours. This wine was matured in French oak and made from 100% Graciano, a native Spanish grape enjoying a resurgence in popularity. This is modern and complex Rioja red wine. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2014-2018. 354753 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. March 18, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Ontañón Crianza Tempranillo Garnacha 2010, Rioja, D.O.C.A., Spain: Grilled meat aromas and savory notes of bacon and blackberries wrapped in smoke on the nose and palate. Full-bodied and rich with mocha and vanilla-spice on the finish. Tannic grip so decant 1-2 hours. Some leather and cigar box give this wine an intriguingly mature bouquet. Amazing for the price. Try this Spanish red wine rock star. Drink: 2013-2017. 976910 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 10, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review