Catena Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, High Mountain Vines, Mendoza, Argentina: One of the best vintages of this wine: supremely satisfying velvet texture with gorgeously fleshy black plums and dark berries. Perfect for dinner parties or casual gatherings. Drink: 2012-2016. 985002 13.90% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 29, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Oscar's Estate Shiraz Viognier 2008, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Like the dark hero on a romance novel: take me now! Brooding, full-bodied, muscular and you know. Black fruit, savoury with a long finish (most importantly). Again please. Drink: 2012-2016. 287961 15.90% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 93/100. September 1, 2012 Full Review

Terra Noble Gran Reserva Carmenère 2008, Maule Valley, Chile: Oh my goodness, this is incredible! The price has to by a typo. Juicy, full-bodied, smooth with fleshy black fruit. Try with osso buco or a slow-cooked roast with root vegetables. Buy a case for your parties. Drink: 2011-2016. 957050 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. November 12, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Caliterra Carmenere 2010, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Staggeringly great for the price! Gorgeous layers of full-bodied fleshy blackberries and dark plums. A satisfying finish and incredible depth of flavour. Drink: 2010-2013. 142711 14% D 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 90/100. January 3, 2012 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

2008, A.C., Côtes Du Roussillon-Villages, Midi, France: Fantastic! Oh tripe yum. Savoury, juicy and meaty with seductive and slippery black cherries wrapped in cedar smoke. Layers and layers of pleasure. Drink: 2012-2017. 142802 15% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 94/100. March 31, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Castelforte Vinea, Riondo Corvina 2009, I.G.T., Veneto, Italy: Great value! Juicy purple and black plums aromas and flavours with some black pepper on top. Full-bodied and delicious. Savour the price you paid for this wine. Drink: 2012-2015. 230649 13.50% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Arrocal Tempranillo 2009, D.O., Ribera Del Duero, Spain: Big black cedar forest and black cherries with a great savoury, meaty note. Full-bodied, juicy and delicious. Drink: 2012-2015. 67868 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. October 13, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review