Trapiche Fincas Las Palmas Malbec 2007, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: Absolutely delicious especially at this price! Luscious layers of fleshy black plums and blackberries. Juicy and full-bodied. This wine cries out to be on your table beside a rare or pepper steak. Let your mouth have some fun tonight! Drink: 2012-2015. 186668 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. October 27, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Marcus James Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A nice price for this full-bodied red wine. Aromas of black and purple plums with some blackberry and spice on the finish. Drink: 2012-2014. 518431 13.50% D 750 mL  $10.45 Score: 85/100. September 27, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Chardonnay 2011, BC VQA, Okanagan Valley, BC, Canada: A full-bodied and generous chardonnay with layers of rip peach and green apple flavour. Some attractive toast almond on the finish. Pair with corn dishes or lobster in butter. Drink: 2013-2016. 377770 14% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2013 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Mission Hill Reserve Chardonnay 2010, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Bursting with aromas of fleshy ripe peach and pear that mingle with toasted almonds. Full-bodied with layers of tropical fruit pleasure. This wine will keep for several years in your cellar, but it can also be enjoyed now. Drink: 2012-2016. 545004 13.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Terra Noble Gran Reserva Carmenère 2009, Maule Valley, Chile: Gorgeous! Layers with voluptuously fleshy black plums and berries. This wine goes on and on and on. Thank-you. Drink: 2012-2015. 957050 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 29, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Anderra Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Chile: Solid value for the money here. This Chilean Cabernet is owned by Baron Philippe de Rothschild of the Bordeaux fame. That pedigree shows in the balance and layering of this red wine. Aromas of cedar brush, cassis and blackcurrant. Drink: 2014-2016. 307974 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. September 27, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Concha y Toro Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Marchigue, Ribera Del Tinguiririca, Chile: A full-bodied, robust red with black fruit and toasty oak aromas. Excellent price. 256693 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Errazuriz Max Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Valle de Aconcagua, Chile: Fresh, crisp and dry: everything you want in a Chilean Sauvignon Blanc. More lime and lemon citrus than herbal grassy in nature. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2013-2015. 273342 13% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. September 27, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Maipo Valley, Chile: An incredible wine for the money! This full-bodied Chilean red wine offers generous aromas and flavours of blackberry, pepper, cassis, cedar smoke and purple plum. Santa Rita's home vineyards are in Alto Jahuel in the Maipo Valley. The wine is aged n French and American oak barrels for 8 months. Finishes with dark berry flavours and oak spice. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 253872 13.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. August 3, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio 2013, Venezie I.G.T., Italy: Clean, crisp and dry Pinot Grigio at a great price! Works as an aperitif or companion to seafood and salads. Solid producer. Drink: 2013-2015. 589101 12% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Castiglioni 2011, Tuscany, Italy: A modestly price Italian red wine from a very respected producer. The 2011 vintage for this chianti shows well with aromas of dark red fruit and smoke. Pair with pasta in tomato sauce. Drink: 2013-2017. 545319 13% XD 750 mL  $14.90 Score: 87/100. September 27, 2014 Full Review

Ruffino Aziano Chianti Classico 2012, Tuscany, Italy: Attractive black cherry on the nose of this vibrant, mouth-watering Italian red wine from the heart of Tuscany. Tart cherry on the palate to wake up your senses and literally whet your appetite. This wine demands food: try it with pepperoni pizza or pasta in a tangy tomato sauce. Drink: 2014-2018. 307025 13% XD 750 mL  $18.30 Score: 88/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Terre Nere Rosso Di Montalcino Campigli Vallone Pierina 2007, D.O.C., Tuscany, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Medium-deep ruby with aromas of chocolate-covered raisins, smoke, saddle leather, ripe strawberry and dried herbs. Dry, round and fairly ripe with velvety mid-palate tannins giving it structure. Medium bodied with a medium-long, crisply fruity finish. My note: Satin smooth and enticing. Juicy with black cherry. Drink: 2011-2014. 249524 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. December 10, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

La Velona Rosso Di Montalcino Sangiovese (Chianti) 2009, D.O.C., Tuscany, Italy: Black and savoury with a pleasant bitter tarry note through the mid-palate and finish. Full-bodied and fairly smooth. Drink: 2012-2015. 285429 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. August 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Castello di Gabbiano Sangiovese 2011, Chianti Classico, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Tart and enticing: this medium-bodied, smooth Italian red wine absolutely needs food. Bright acidity with tart black cherry flavour. Pair it with pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2013-2016. 219808 13% XD 750 mL  $20.05 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Ruffino Chianti 2012, D.O.C.G. Tuscany, Italy: Attractive black cherry on those of this full-bodied, supple Chianti. Great value here for the price point. Lots of juicy acidity for lasagna or cheese pizza. Drink: 2013-2016. 1743 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Full Review

Oyster Bay Merlot 2012, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Balanced merlot with attractive black plum notes and lots of toasty oak. Lively and vibrant, but not over-the-top, like the perfect dinner guest. Smooth and full-bodied with a long finish. Great price. Try this with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2016. 692343 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand: Crisp and clean with lively notes of lime-citrus and white grapefruit. Not overly grassy. Pair with vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2014-2016. 620062 11.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Monkey Bay Pinot Grigio 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand: Crisp and clean with white grapefruit and white melon. Great aperitif or pair with field greens and other salads. Drink: 2014-2016. 93666 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Pinot Noir 2012, Marlborough, New Zealand: Toasty oak on the nose wraps around fleshy ripe black cherries. Full-bodied, mouth-watering juicy and smooth with a great finish. Smoky and toasty. New Zealand Pinot Noir offers that unique combination of fleshy fruit and zingy juiciness. Terrific with a wide range of dishes. Yum! Long finish. Drink: 2013-2018. 590414 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 15, 2014 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

The Wolftrap Syrah Mourvèdre Viognier 2013, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: Lots of attractive toasty oak and fleshy blackberry on the nose of this full-bodied South African red wine, which also delivers on the palate. This juicy, full-bodied red wonder is pretty darn incredible for the price. Pair it with roast beef, or umm, braised wolf. Drink: 2013-2016. 292557 14.50% D 750 mL  $14.30 Score: 89/100. August 3, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Borsao Garnacha 2011, Campo De Borja D.O., Spain: This full-bodied red wine was fermented in stainless steel; half of the wine was matured in small French oak barrels, of which about 40% new, and the remaining half in stainless steel tank. Loaded with mocha and sweet chocolate aromas on the nose that are then flooded with lusciously ripe black fruit on the palate. Full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2014-2020. 273748 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 11, 2014 Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Cline Cellars Ancient Vines Zinfandel 2010, California, United States: Juicy wonderful with jubilant purple and black plums. Smooth and endless. Drink: 2012-2015. 719211 15% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 29, 2012 Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington State, United States: Mocha rich roundness with black fleshy ripe plums. Full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2012-2015. 210047 14.50% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. August 18, 2012 Full Review

Robert Mondavi Winery Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Central Coast, California, United States: Great roundness and juiciness to the fruit with notes of blackberry, plum and mocha. Full-bodied and ever so supple. Perfect for a dinner party. Drink: 2013-2018. 392225 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Sterling Vineyards Vintner's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Central Coast, California, United States: A full-bodied, balanced cabernet with classic aromas of cassis and blackberry. Just the right amount of oak. Easy-drinking yet elegant. Drink: 2012-2018. 56366 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. October 13, 2012 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest Winery Grand Estates Merlot 2007, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States: Supple, juicy and full-bodied with a hint of mocha and fleshy blackberries. Drink: 2012-2015. 263418 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Blackstone Winery Winemaker's Select Zinfandel 2009, California, United States: Oh yum! Tasty layers of fleshy blackberries roll across your mouth... This wine makes me smile. Smooth, full-bodied, generous - like a terrific boyfriend. Drink: 2012-2015. 26427 13.80% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. February 18, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Sterling Vineyards Vintner's Collection Merlot 2011, California, United States: A terrific Californian Merlot for the price point! Smooth, supple, full-bodied and mouth-filling with lusciously ripe flavours of black plum, cassis and blackberry. Just enough toasty oak to wrap up this package nicely. Pair with meat lovers' pizza. Drink: 2013-2016. 622837 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review