Etchart Cafayate Estate Malbec 2022, Salta, Argentina: Pair with barbecued lamb or smoked brisket — violet and green-tea perfume cloak a plush plum core, finishing with a generous, lingering blackberry echo. Drink: 2025-2026. 42748 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. October 11, 2025 Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Hugh Hamilton Jim Jim Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Hugh Hamilton Jim Jim Cabernet Sauvignon shows herbal-mint and bell-pepper aromas alongside smoked-blackberry and vanilla notes, leading to a full-bodied palate with crisp acidity and moderate tannin. Excellent with deli meats or slow-roasted beef. Drink: 2025-2027. 45334 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 95/100. October 11, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Shanahans The Barking Dog Gsm 2023, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: The 2023 The Barking Dog has plum-jam and raw-cocoa aromas meeting fennel-seed spice and smoked-meat notes, while iron-tinged tannins grip a core of black cherry; medium-bodied with old-world depth and modern finesse. Heavenly alongside barbecued short ribs or lamb sausage. Drink: 2025-2038. 20880 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. September 27, 2025 Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Wakefield Estate Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield Estate 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a terrific value red from cool-climate vineyards in the Clare Valley and Limestone Coast. Bold and flavourful, this full-bodied wine shows layers of dark berry, red cherry, roasted herbs, cocoa and a hint of toasted nuttiness, all supported by vibrant acidity and smooth tannins. Matured in French oak, it strikes a harmonious balance between richness and finesse. Pour with beef short ribs or grilled portobello mushrooms. Drink: 2025-2032. 744235 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 95/100. October 25, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Selected Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Las Piedras, Maipo Valley D.O., Chile: Imagine a Maipo Valley powerhouse that pours like liquid velvet. San Pedro’s Cabernet unfurls bright cherry and mulled-herb aromas, then floods the palate with juicy red berries spiked by minty bay leaf. Firm, mouth-coating tannins lock in structure, while lively acidity keeps every sip fresh. At this price point, it’s a wardrobe-basic cabernet that punches above its weight. Drink: 2025-2027. 37911 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 94/100. August 30, 2025 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Arboleda Carmenère 2022, Aconcagua Costa, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: This Carmenère from The Las Vertientes Vineyard features crushed red-berry and forest-herb aromas lead into a vibrant core of cherry and wild thyme; sharp tannins and juicy acidity frame a finish where savory herb notes shimmer. Pair with grilled chorizo or herb-roasted lamb. Drink: 2025-2027. 46284 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. September 27, 2025 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Marty Mariposa Alegre Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Colchagua Valley, Chile: This 2020 Gran Reserva Cabernet from Marty Mariposa shows plum and dark-chocolate layers with vanilla-oak and violet perfume, balanced by fresh acidity and medium tannins. Try it with venison or roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2025-2027. 44671 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. October 25, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Max Carmenère 2022, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: 2022 Errázuriz Max Carmenère shows glossy black-plum and blackberry notes with cocoa and anise hints, framed by velvety tannins and subtle herbal lift. Try it with roasted lamb or smoky beef kebabs. Drink: 2025-2032. 37797 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 94/100. October 25, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château du Grand Caumont Cuvée Tradition Corbières 2023, Corbières, Languedoc A.O.P., France: Ruby-laced color hints at ripe sloe berry and black-currant aromas lifted by a wisp of smoke and clove; slender yet powerful, with aromatic density and integrated tannins that speak of southern terroir. Try it with grilled pork tenderloin or spiced sausage. Drink: 2025-2027. 540831 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. September 27, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Château Saint-Roch Chimères Grenache Carignan Syrah Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages 2022, Côtes Du Roussillon, Midi A.P., France: Château Saint-Roch Chimères 2022, crafted by winemaker Jean-Marc Lafage, offers exceptional value at $20. This dry, medium-plus-bodied Côtes du Roussillon-Villages blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan is aromatic with dried thyme and Mediterranean garrigue. The palate is rich and flavourful, featuring black cherry, anise, baking spices, and a touch of chocolate. Enjoy it with grilled lamb skewers or roasted vegetable ratatouille. Drink: 2025-2028. 119354 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. August 16, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Xavier Vignon Côtes du Rhône 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: Xavier Vignon 2020 is an amazing value Rhône red blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre at $19. Produced from organically grown grapes and richly layered with blackberry, blueberry, plum, earthy violets and stony mineral flavours savoury and long on the palate. Excellent now. Drink: 2024-2027. 297317 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Louis Bernard Louis 2022, Rhône A.P., France: Louis Bernard Louis 2022 offers exceptional value at $18, embodying the depth and character of a well-crafted Côtes du Rhône Villages. A bold blend of 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah, it presents concentrated layers of ripe dark berries, cassis, aromatic wild herbs, and rich spice, complemented by a touch of earthy minerality. Juicy and vibrant on the palate, it’s a fantastic companion to gourmet burgers or grilled veal-stuffed Portobello mushrooms. Drink: 2025-2025. 561290 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. May 24, 2025 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château le Grand Retour Plan De Dieu 2022, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Château le Grand Retour Plan De Dieu 2022 is a beautifully balanced Côtes du Rhône Villages, offering bright cherry, floral notes, and a touch of spice. The palate is fresh and supple, with red berry vibrancy, baking spice warmth, and a subtle chocolate hint. A fantastic value at $17, it’s perfect now but will continue to shine through 2026. Pair it with gourmet hamburgers or grilled pork chops. Drink: 2025-2025. 224592 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 21, 2025 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Tagaro Cinquenoci Primitivo 2021, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: From the Puglia wine region, Tagaro Cinquenoci 2021 Primitivo is great value. Dry, medium-plus-bodied with sweet spices, dried fruit, grilled herbs and vanilla flavours creamy on the palate with a long juicy ripe berry finish, tannins are rich and structured on this ready-to-drink Primitivo. Enjoy it through the end of the decade. Drink: 2025-2030. 39121 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 11, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

San Marzano Talò Primitivo Di Manduria 2023, Puglia D.O.P., Italy: San Marzano Talò Di Manduria Primitivo's bright raspberry and lemon-zest aromas give way to a structured palate of red-fruit compote and herb-inflected spice; medium-full and poised, with a zesty, uplifting finish. Pair with tomato-olive pasta or grilled lamb skewers. Drink: 2025-2028. 455220 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 27, 2025 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Nardelli 1976 Negroamaro Primitivo 2024, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: Special-edition holiday red blends deliver festive spice, ripe black-fruit concentration and polished tannins—perfect for celebratory roasts or a seasonal charcuterie board. Drink: 2025-2028. 39235 14% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. October 25, 2025 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Casa Santos Lima Quinta das Setencostas Alenquer Red 2020, Alenquer D.O.C., Portugal: In this Casa Santos Lima, red-currant and berry fragrances mingle with dried-herb nuances, unfolding into a medium-bodied frame of polished tannins and juicy core that leads to a focused, lingering finish. Try it alongside duck confit or wild-mushroom risotto. Drink: 2025-2028. 50930 13% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. September 27, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Abad Dom Bueno Laderas del Norte Mencia 2021, Bierzo D.O., Spain: A forest-floor veil of mint and moss meets bright mulberry and a streak of smoked paprika in this expressive Mencía. Soft tannins glide to a juicy finish. Match with bacon-wrapped pork medallions and grilled rosemary lamb chops. Drink: 2025-2027. 244699 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. September 13, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Castaño Hécula Organic Monastrell 2022, Yecla D.O., Spain: Castaño Hécula 2022 Monastrell skips the heavy theme in favor of fresh-picked berry uplift, melding wild-herb garrigue notes with ripe boysenberry and a kiss of rhubarb. Its light-footed tannins and bright pulse of acidity give each sip a sprightly finish. Pair it with smoky eggplant stacks topped with labneh or spicy chorizo-and-poblano tacos for a fun contrast. Drink: 2025-2026. 718999 14% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. July 19, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review