Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Smoky with charred black fruit. Honkin big and mouth-filling. Full-on palate whacker for grilled burgers and people who talk too loudly and ignore personal space. Drink: 2014-2018. 50849 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. June 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Penfolds Bin 128 Shiraz 2013, Coonawarra, South Australia, Australia: This is what elegance and restraint tastes like from Australia: French grammar school, Australian graduate studies by the consummate gentleman winemaker Peter Gago. Lovely aromas of mint, cassis, blackcurrant and blackberry with just enough toasty warmth from the oak. The 2013 vintage of Bin 128 is terrific, but don't expect a fruit bomb. Terrific layering, depth and complexity with a long finish. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2019. 509919 14% XD 750 mL  $61.00 Score: 93/100. September 5, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Pirramimma Old Bush Vine Grenache 2008, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Humungous purple plum liqueur juiciness. Full-bodied to the max. Drink: 2012-2015. 108068 14.50% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 89/100. September 15, 2012 Full Review

Hidden Bench Felseck Vineyard Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: I've said it before (almost every vintage) and I'll say it again: this is one of favourite Niagara chardonnays! Halenit wraps voluptuously around a core of fleshy, bright sun-ripened peach. Bring happiness some happiness into your life. Drink: 2012-2016. 276261 13.10% XD 750 mL  $39.00 Score: 93/100. October 13, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Henry of Pelham Winery Family Tree 2010, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: Vibrant and pretty with lovely floral notes, almond and lime blossom. Medium-bodied and refreshing yet a great richness. A white wine blend of 44% Chardonnay, 29% Gewurztraminer, 14% Viognier and 13% Chardonnay Musque. Perfectly balanced and refershing as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Amazingly great price. Drink: 2012-2015. 251116 12.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. August 2, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Henry of Pelham Estate Pinot Noir 2010, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, V.Q.A., Canada: Plush and sexy with a satin-smooth texture. Gorgeous aromas of smokey cherries. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering. How did they [do] it so right for this price? Gorgeous depth with black cherry and smoky aromas. Supple, plush and medium-bodied. Worthy of a sonnet. Drink: 2011-2018. 268391 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. October 10, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Southbrook Vineyards Triomphe Cabernet Franc Rose 2011, VQA, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Field-fresh strawberries and barefoot happiness. Dry, refreshing and medium-bodied. This organic wine has just 21 mg/l of free sulphur. Drink: 2012-2014. 279117 12%  750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Rosé. Full Review

Featherstone Cuvee Joy Sparkling 2009, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Toasty and robust with rich layers of freshly baked bread. Some lemon brightness through the centre. Lovely persistence of bubbles and a clean, crisp finish with some Granny Smith apple notes. Delightful, especially for the price. Try it with shellfish, fried chicken or salads. Drink: 2012-2014. 310334 12.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 92/100. December 7, 2012 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Tawse Quarry Road Pinot Noir 2009, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Savoury notes with wild dark cherry on the nose as well as violets. Smooth and medium- to full-bodied with a long finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 307686 13% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 89/100. December 8, 2012 Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Stratus White 2009, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Beautiful! Full-bodied, mouth-filling and voluptuous. Gorgeous and exotic aromas and flavours with honeysuckle, lime blossom and lilies. Drink: 2012-2017. 660704 13.50% D 750 mL  $44.20 Score: 95/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Stratus Gewurztraminer 2011, V.Q.A., Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: Classic and lovely! Lychee, rose petal, spice without being too much. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering. Perfect for Asian and curries. Bring it! Drink: 2013-2017. 251447 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Kacaba Vineyards Wismer Vineyard Pinot Noir 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: Lovely toasty oak and fleshy black cherry on the nose. Medium to full-bodied richness and weight on the palate. Terrific acidity for food. Lovely craftsmanship. Drink: 2013-2017. 58586 12.20% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. March 2, 2013 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Flat Rock Riesling 2011, V.Q.A., Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Soooooo lovely! Apricot and honeysuckle aromas give this wine a lovely, natural fruit fleshiness and sweetness, but this wine is never cloying as it's beautifully balanced with mouth-watering acidity for a wide range of dishes. Luscious and seductive with a medium body and long finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2017. 43281 11% MD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. April 13, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Featherstone Onyx 2010, VQA, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: A heavy-hitter that needs cellar time. Robust and complex, this blend of cabernet franc and merlot offers lots of pleasure. Great depth and concentration with superb balance. Decant 1 hour for maximum enjoyment. Try it with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2019. 874345000618 13% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. September 12, 2013 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Kacaba Vineyards Rebecca Summer Series Rose 2012, VQA, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada: Vibrant and zesty with tart wild field raspberry aromas and flavours. Lots of character and energy in this wine. It would be perfect for summer picnics and patio sipping. Drink: 2013-2015. 227025 13.40% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. September 12, 2013 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Inniskillin Niagara Estate Reserve Series Cabernet Franc 2012, VQA, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, Canada: This splendidly juicy, rich and layered cabernet franc is a terrific example of why Niagara does this grape and wine-style so well. It's full-bodied but not heavy and so can dance well with both hearty meats and chicken and turkey. Drink: 2013-2016. 80009527 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. September 12, 2013 Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

The Foreign Affair Winery Riesling 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Wonderfully rich and concentrated yet refreshing and crisp too: it's got it all! Lemon-lanolin and stone on the nose. Intense lemon and lime zest on the palate with mouth-watering juiciness for a wide range of dishes. Liquid lovely! Drink: 2012-2018. 127290 11.40% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. March 30, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Le Clos Jordanne Claystone Terrace Chardonnay 2009, V.Q.A., Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Love the toasted almond and clementine on the nose! Juicy and mouth-watering a gorgeous mouth-filling texture on weight. Some smoke and spice on a terrifically long finish. Superb craftsmanship from one of Ontario's best producers. Drink: 2012-2017. 56929 14% XD 750 mL  $40.00 Score: 94/100. March 30, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Kacaba Vineyards Unoaked Chardonnay 2011, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Nice price for a lovely chardonnay: balanced, tasty and flavourful without being heavy. Green apple and white peach. No oak. Yay. Drink: 2012-2014. 326975 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. September 12, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Tawse Sketches of Niagara Riesling 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Incredibly juicy and mouth-watering with seductive aromas and white peach and pear. Dry with a great finish. So balanced. Medium-bodied, no oak. Drink: 2013-2017. 89029 10% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Hidden Bench Winery Riesling 2011, V.Q.A., Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Mouth-puckering dry and acidic with lime and grapefruit notes. Now don't let that scare you: it just means that this wine needs to dance with food, like seafood or chicken. It's fantastic and beautifully flavoured yet not heavy. Try it. Drink: 2013-2017. 183491 11% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. July 6, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Château des Charmes St. David's Bench Vineyard Droit Gamay Noir Droit 2010, V.Q.A., St. David's Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Peppered raspberry with a full-bodied, juicy texture and weight. Good price for this quality. Here's an amazing BBQ wine for you for all sorts of meats and event he portabello mushrooms. Drink: 2013-2015. 346742 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. July 6, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Cidrerie St-Nicolas Crackling Cider Rosé, Quebec, Canada: Absolutely lovely! More than just a sunny orchard of freshly picked apples: this cider also has rose petal and wild raspberry notes. It's a blend of 80% apples and 20% strawberries, with low alcohol at 7% alcohol. Perfect for parties, patio sipping and enjoying summer. Drink: 2013-2020. 275362 7% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. November 26, 2019 Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Charles Baker Wines Picone Vineyard Stratus Vineyards Riesling 2010, Vinemount Ridge, Niagara Peninsula, OntarioV.Q.A., Canada: Could this be Niagara's finest riesling? It's certainly got a great shot at it. Gorgeous concentration of flavour without a trace of heaviness. Lemon, petrol (that's good) and lime lift clears away the clouds with a fresh spring rain finish. Almost perfect. Beautiful lemon petrol seductive nose. Medium-bodied and mouth-watering but superbly balanced. One glass leads to the next. Drink: 2013-2018. 241182 10.50% M 750 mL  $35.20 Score: 94/100. October 26, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Rosewood Estates Winery & Meadery Select Sémillon 2012, Beamsville Bench, Ontario VQA, Canada Drink: 2014-2019. 15% D 750 mL  $18.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Konzelmann Estate Winery Icewine Vidal 2010, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: A vibrant, apricot-rich icewine with many tropical fruit unfolding in the glass. Pair it with fruit-based desserts. The quality designation for this wine is VQA. Drink: 2014-2020. 167866 10.50% S 200 mL  $25.10 Score: 92/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

The Foreign Affair Winery The Conspiracy Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: Full-bodied and smooth with dark fruit and a meaty, savoury mid-palate note. Nicely balanced. The winery concentrates the flavour of the cabernet sauvignon grapes by using the ripasso method traditionally used in Veneto, Italy: dried grapes add richness and depth to the wine. Mocha, dark chocolate and toasty oak on the finish.  A long, dry finish wraps up this package nicely. V.Q.A. Drink: 2013-2016. 149237 12.80% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. July 16, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Malivoire Wine Company Gamay 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: This VQA Gamay wine is winning lots of converts over to the beauty, complexity and yet absolute lightness of this varietal. Perfect for roast chicken. Drink: 2014-2018. 591313 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Grand Reserve Shiraz 2011, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: The quality designation for this wine is VQA. This is a spectacular, full-bodied red wine that has become a star in the Jackson-Triggs line-up. Jumps out of the glass with brooding black fruit and black pepper. Supple and smooth. This is an incredibly concentrated and delicious wine. Loaded with flavours that persist on a long finish. Highly recommended. A stunningly great price. Pair with hearty meat dishes and celebrations of any kind. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2017. 317941 13.50% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Angels Gate Archangel Rose Brut Sparkling Wine 2009, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Raspberry splendor in a glass. Bone-dry and refreshing: made from 100% pinot noir, and the first sparkling rose produced by this winery. What a magnificent effort. Drink: 2014-2015. 203034 11.50% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 90/100. March 1, 2014 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Fielding Estate Winery Rosé 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Aromas of fleeting field strawberries on a warm summer wind. Light-bodied and very fresh. Lovely, dry finish. Mouth-watering and zesty. Great as an aperitif or companion to light seafood dishes. Drink: 2013-2015. 53421 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. March 29, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Featherstone Four Feathers 2011, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Pretty, floral, prancing. If you like Torrontes or Viognier, try this lovely white wine blend. Perfect as an aperitif or seafood companion. This producer has a solid line-up of zesty white wines. Drink: 2014-2017. 341586 12% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. March 29, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Tawse Robyn's Block Chardonnay 2010, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A blockbuster Chardonnay from Tawse, one of Niagara's best producers across a range of wines and styles. The warm 2010 vintage has infused this rich chardonnay with even more unctuous layers and voluptuous texture. Lovely aromas of apple, vanilla smoke, toffee, ripe pear, caramel and mixed baking spices on the finish. Very sensuous on the palate with a creamy, layered satin texture. Perfect for lingering conversation. Drink: 2014-2020. 662841 13.70% D 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 94/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Redstone Winery Limestone Vineyard South Riesling 2012, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A spectacular Riesling founded by one of Niagara's best producers Tawse. This is the first Redstone Riesling release from the south block of the Limestone Vineyard, a 14-year-old sustainably farmed block on Twenty Mile Bench. The 2012 vintage was warm and it shows in the pure fruit intensity and laser focus of this wine: white peach, lime zest and a deep core of minerality. I am thrilled with this first effort from Redstone, and anxiously look forward to future vintages. Cheers! Drink: 2014-2024. 381251 10% M 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. July 23, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Hinterbrook Winery Barrel Fermented Reserve Chardonnay 2011, Niagara Lakeshore, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Toasted almond and hazelnut on the nose from generous yet judicious oak barrel aging. Fleshy white peach and pear notes emerge on the palate of this full-bodied, luscious cool-climate Chardonnay. This winery is famous for it's sparkling wines but here we are with a lovely still white. Fermented in French oak barrels and aged 13 months sur lie (on its yeast). A must for veal scaloppini. Drink: 2013-2016. 292375 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. May 10, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Fielding Estate Winery Gewürztraminer 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: White pepper and white grapefruit on the nose, slight sweetness of fleshy peach on the palate then finishes with a floral profusion. Lovely. Medium-bodied. Perfect for Asian dishes. The grapes for this wine were cold soaked before pressing to extract as much flavour as possible. Drink: 2013-2016. 146753 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.75 Score: 90/100. May 10, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Jackson-Triggs Grand Reserve Meritage 2011, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Mocha and black plums on the nose of this full-bodied, supple red wine that's a blend of 355 Cabernet Franc, 35% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine underwent a cold maceration (grapes in cold soak to extract flavour) then fermentation and aeration for 15 days with select yeasts. Drink: 2014-2018. 594002 12.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 90/100. May 10, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mike Weir Winery Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2012, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Balanced and full-bodied Chardonnay that uses four types of oak for aging. This flavourful Chardonnay is an exquisite expression of Ontario's wonderful 2012 vintage. Creamy texture, refined and elegant, this Chardonnay exudes layers of pear, lemon and vanilla along with subtle nuances of French oak. Drink: 2013-2017. 367813 13% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. May 24, 2014 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Fielding Estate Winery Estate Bottled Riesling 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Gorgeous off-dry Riesling in all its glory: lemon, lime, petrol, happiness. Try with glazed ham or salsas. Drink: 2014-2019. 251439 10.50% M 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 2, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Vineland Estates Winery Pinot Meunier 2012, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely essence of Pinot Meunier -- an undiscovered red grape often just used in a blend like an understudy. This offers enticing notes of soft cherry and red floral aromas. Perfect for roast turkey or chicken. Makes a nice aperitif too. Medium-bodied and balanced. In the Champagne region of France, Pinot Meunier is one of the three key grapes in the sparkling wine blend, along with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It's rare to find a single varietal Pinot Meunier wine, so give it a try with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2016. 225508 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. December 6, 2014 Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Jackson-Triggs Delaine Vineyard Chardonnay 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This is the top Single Vineyard site from Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate, the Niagara River sub-appellation. A lovely balanced and rich Chardonnay filled with ripe aromas and flavours of melons and pears. Finishes with toasty oak and butterscotch. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2013-2018. 623454 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2014 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Vineland Estates Winery Elevation St. Urban Vineyard Riesling 2021, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Truly one of Niagara’s riesling masters. This incredible white is packed with flavour: bursting at the seams! Yet it’s also incredibly refined and ephemeral. Angel juice. Lots of minerality through the core and a laser-like focus on fruit purity, especially lime and lemon. I love that it's low alcohol yet packed with flavour. A spectacularly vibrant wine that bursts from the glass with lime blossom, lemon zest, white flowers and green apple. Try this lovely white with fresh seafood, shellfish, roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2023-2026. 38117 8.40% M 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. October 14, 2023 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Featherstone Winery Canadian Oak Chardonnay 2012, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This is a good vintage for this Canadian Chardonnay aged in Canadian oak, which imparts a distinctive aroma and nuance. The wine was fermented with wild airborne yeasts and then the wine was aged in oak barrels made from trees that grow near the winery. Finishes with vanilla smoke. Drink: 2013-2017. 149302 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 87/100. December 6, 2014 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Cave Spring Estate Bottled Chardonnay 2009, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2013-2018. 256552 13% D 750 mL  $18.95. December 6, 2014 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Sol De Andes Reserva Especial Syrah 2008, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Seductive, smoky, with toasty oak with some mocha and rich fleshy ripe black plum notes. Powerful and intense. Great with meat dishes and good intentions. A great quaffer for the price. Mellow time wine. Savoury and meaty and delicious! Wow especially for the price! Drink: 2013-2016. 274159 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. November 23, 2013 Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling 2011, Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany: Love it! There's simply no better value on the shelf. Lime blossom gorgeous. The alcohol is refreshingly low, yet this is no wimpy wine: it's packed with flavour. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to many dishes. Some terrific white pear and lime blossom on the finish. Try it with just about anything, but start with seafood. Drink: 2012-2016. 599274 8.50% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 91/100. July 6, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

St. Urbans-Hof Old Vines Riesling 2011, Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany: Off-dry with lovely peach and pear ripeness. Perfect for glazed ham or sweet potatoes. Drink: 2012-2016. 995746 9.50% M 750 mL  $19.75 Score: 90/100. December 8, 2012 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Loosen Bros. Dr. L Riesling 2013, Qualitätswein, Mosel, Germany: This is a wow wine year after year, and the 2013 vintage is no exception. Dr Loosen makes superb white wines at many price levels, this one being an entry level offering but it's no entry level wine in the sense of craftsmanship and flavour. Lime and lemon zest almost leap out of the glass, with delicate white floral and peach notes on the palate. Light- to medium-bodied and perfect for dishes with a touch of sweetness like glazed ham or pasta in a cream sauce. This Qualitätswein Q.B.A. over-delivers on every dimension. Drink: 2014-2018. 599274 8.50% M 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. August 30, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Loosen Bros. Dr. L Riesling 2013, Mosel, Germany: Love it! There's simply no better value white wine on the shelf. Lime blossom gorgeous. The alcohol is refreshingly low, yet this is no wimpy wine: it's packed with flavour. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to many dishes. Some terrific white pear and lime blossom on the finish of this Qualitätswein (Q.B.A.) wine. Try it with just about anything, but start with seafood or a medium curry. Winemaker Ernie Loosen makes a range of wines, and this is his entry-level offering. It's spectacular for the price. Drink: 2013-2018. 599274 8.50% MS 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. April 18, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Tommasi Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2011, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Black cherry, fruitcake, dark spices and brooding mystery on the nose. Full-bodied and velvet smooth. Lovely, lovely, lovely. Mouth-filling with some dark plum on a long finish. Classic Amarone. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2015-2020. 980128 15% D 375 mL  $28.95 Score: 95/100. October 3, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Enchanting Feta Cheese Wine Full Review

Piccini Sasso Al Poggio 2009, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy: Robust and generous (you gotta like that in a wine or a person) with attractive aromas and flavours of tart cherry and wild blackberry. A solid finish. Great for potluck gatherings. This wine cries out for food, especially anything with a tangy tomato sauce. Decant 2 hours -- very grippy, firm tannins. Drink: 2015-2018. 134809 14% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 90/100. September 5, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Kim Crawford Pansy! Rosé 2013, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: This Rosé has an almost neon pink hue, and is just as vibrant on the palate with strawberry jam notes, even though it is bone-dry. It is a blend of Merlot and Malbec grapes that won a gold medal in the New Zealand International Wine Show. Fun and delightful with a playful sense of style. Fleshy ripe raspberries with sun-dappled goodness. Medium-bodied. Try it with seared tuna or salmon. Drink: 2014-2016. 650325 13% XD 750 mL  $17.99 Score: 90/100. March 29, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Delaforce Quinta Da Corte Vintage Port 1995, D.O.C., Douro, Portugal: Spectacular! Amazing vintage; amazing dessert wine. Gorgeous layers of cassis and blackberry preserves. Terrific elegance and length. Superb craftsmanship. Wow. Drink: 2014-2020. 180836 20% MS 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 94/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

The Chocolate Block Boekenhoutskloof Syrah Shiraz 2010, W.O., Western Cape, South Africa: Savoury, complex and delicious: wow! Cassis, blackberry and cedar forest. Meaty and enticing, full-bodied wonderful. Drink: 2012-2016. 129353 14.50% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. November 10, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Mulderbosch Faithful Hound Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Petit Verdot Malbec Cabernet Franc 2011, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: The 2011 vintage was a spectacular one for this winery. In particular, the Faithful Hound red wine blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc grapes is greatly benefiting from Mulderbosch's new, dynamic winemaker, Adam Mason. As well, there's a new owner, American Charles Banks, and together they are creating a tremendous amount of energy, vision and great wine together. The Faithful Hound offers enticing aromas of black, smoky fruit and a savoury, mouth-watering core. Some cedar notes in the background and on the finish. Perfect for prime rib or a rare steak. Decant for 1 hour. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2019. 922443 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Castaño Solanera Viñas Viejas 2012, Yecla D.O.C., Spain: A real stunner for the money! An alluring, seductive nose of stormy black fruit, dried herbs, and wild violets. This wine fills your mind, mouth and senses. It is a limited production wine made in the Yecla region of southern Spain. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2021. 276162 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.75 Score: 92/100. November 12, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Segura Brut Cava Rose, Spain: A vibrant sparkling wine with lovely raspberry notes. Bone-dry and refreshing. Perfect for weddings and celebrations. Drink: 2013-2015. 320275 12% XD 750 mL  $13.75 Score: 88/100. September 12, 2013 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Merry Edwards Pinot Noir 2009, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Juicy and delicious with fleshy ripe cherries that don't come off as sweet. Liquid silk on the palate with a long, satisfying finish. It's pricey but worth it. Seared tuna anyone? Drink: 2013-2018. 656850 14.20% XD 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 93/100. April 13, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Smoking Loon Old Vine Zinfandel 2011, California, United States: Terrific wine for the money! Smoky with mocha and dark chocolate from lots of oak aging. Full-bodied and smooth with fleshy black plum aromas and flavours. Perfect with meaty pizzas. Drink: 2012-2014. 272393 14% D 750 mL  $17.05 Score: 88/100. September 12, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Viognier 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: Perfect Viognier! Floral and lime blossom notes lead followed by a zippy lime zest. Medium-bodied and thoroughly delicious. Get out of your white wine rut with this one. I love when I wine gets better the more you try it. Wonderfully seductive aromas of peach and pink grapefruit on the finish. Yes please! Drink: 2012-2016. 597369 14.10% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. July 6, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Beringer Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: Complex, subtle and full-bodied with great elegance and a long finish. Dark fruit and smoke, lots of layers and great cellar potential. Drink: 2012-2018. 149955 14.60% D 750 mL  $119.95 Score: 94/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Napa Valley, California, United States: Divine! Full-bodied and savoury with lots of layers and a long finish. Seductive, satin fleshy black fruit. Paul, please come over for dinner tonight. Drink: 2012-2018. 351758 14.50% XD 750 mL  $84.95 Score: 95/100. November 24, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Bachelder Oregon Chardonnay 2010, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Gorgeous depth and concentration yet great finesse. Lovely length on the finish. The work of a master. Drink: 2012-2016. 156686 13% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Cinq Cépages Chateau St. Jean Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Sonoma County, California, United States: Full-bodied and complex with mocha, fleshy black plum and savoury, meaty and juicy notes. Good for the cellar. Drink: 2012-2016. 710913 14.40% XD 750 mL  $130.00 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

J. Lohr Hilltop Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Paso Robles, California, United States: Mocha-espresso nose with fleshy blackberry and black plums. Full-bodied and smooth with a cleansing grip on the finish. A thoroughly delicious wine for the holidays. Drink: 2012-2016. 686584 14.90% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 93/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Cline Cellars Cashmere Named Varietal Blends-Red 2010, California, United States: Lovely, supple and seductive with full-bodied weight that's not heavy. Gorgeous aromas of black cherry, dark plum and anise. This wine is a blend of Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache grapes. About 25% of this wine was matured for 9 months in oak. Concentrated and rich with great food compatibility for dishes like grilled pork and t-bone steak. Drink: 2013-2017. 161539 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Chalone Monterey County Chardonnay 2010, Monterey County, Central Coast, California, United States: Stunning, especially at this price! Butterscotch, green apple and luscious layers of Asian pear. Full-bodied yet superbly balanced and food-friendly. A chardonnay lover's chardonnay. Pair with roast chicken and lobster in butter. Drink: 2013-2016. 80226 13.50% D 750 mL  $25.25 Score: 91/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Chateau Montelena Chardonnay 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: A lovely Californian Chardonnay with enticing notes of white peaches, pear, green apple, almond and smoke. Full-bodied and dry. This classic chard is one of California's best, and the featured wine in the movie Bottleshock, based on the true story of the Judgment of Paris, when this US winery placed ahead of French wines in a blind tasting. See for yourself the quality in the glass. Try this lovely white wine with roast chicken or turkey tonight. Drink: 2014-2019. 701748 13.70% XD 750 mL  $132.00 Score: 93/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Rancho Zabaco Zinfandel 2013, Sonoma County, California, United States: This Californian red wine is made from the state's classic red grape Zinfandel, which grows on the winery's Heritage Vines (old vines). Rancho Zabacho is named for the original Mexican land grants in northern Sonoma. Savoury, juicy and delicious with terrific aromas and flavours of blackberry, black raspberry and lip-smacking tasty spice. Lovely balance: not over-the-top. Just what you want for the BBQ. Pair with grilled meats and fun times with friends. Drink: 2014-2018. 434605 14.80% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 5, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Stags' Leap Winery Chardonnay 2012, Napa Valley, California, United States: A Chardonnay that's vibrant and alive! Great acidity yet lovely richness and complexity with green apple, baking spice and tree fruit aromas. This is superb craftsmanship for one of California's flagship white wines. Lovely baked apple and vanilla smoke on a long finish. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2018. 655381 14.10% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 90/100. February 7, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Silverado Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Napa Valley, California, United States: What a towering blockbuster of a red wine! Needs cellar time, then decant 2 hours. Holy tannins Batman. Black fruit, mocha from oak aging and tar. Finishes with black smoke and anise. Drink: 2016-2021. 330174 14.50% XD 750 mL  $61.95 Score: 91/100. August 30, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Freemark Abbey Merlot 2010, Napa Valley, California, United States: Fleshy yet subtle, full-bodied yet balanced. Loaded with ripe black plums. Lots of layers of pleasure. This wine is made mostly from Merlot Grapes with some Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah. Long, satisfying pleasant finish. Decant for an hour for maximum pleasure. Drink: 2013-2016. 1602 14.40% XD 750 mL  $45.25 Score: 91/100. February 1, 2014 Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs Chardonnay 2011, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Brilliant! Complex and satisfying with full-bodied golden weight and a velvet texture. Generous oak yet it's integrated beautifully with the green apple and peach aromas. A chardonnay lover's chardonnay. Complex with a long finish. Drink: 2014-2020. 119073 14.50% D 750 mL  $105.00 Score: 94/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Clos Du Val Zinfandel 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, juicy and ready to go when you are! Aromas of dark fleshy black plums and blackberries. Mouth-watering and smooth. Perfect for meat lovers' pizza and hearty meat dishes.  Love this style as it doesn't feature purple plums and blueberries: it's darker and richer. Juicy with black plums. Full-bodied, mouth-watering and smooth. Perfect for meat lovers' pizza and hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2016. 590216 14% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 92/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: Sweet dark chocolate on the nose from generous oak aging. Fleshy sweet black plums and blackberries. Full-bodied and supple. Who has a trust fund? This round's on you. Drink: 2014-2019. 711663 14.50% XD 750 mL  $229.95 Score: 90/100. April 26, 2014 Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Chandon Blanc De Noirs Méthode Traditionelle Sparkling Wine, California, United States: This Californian sparkling wine producer is owned by one of Champagne's most revered wineries, Moët & Chandon, the same house that makes top-of-the-line Dom Pérignon. Chandon is actually no newcomer to the scene having been founded in the 1970s, and the first winery to make sparkling wine using the traditional Champagne method. This bubbly offers terrific value for the money; a great bottle to serve at small or larger gatherings given its taste: price ratio. Crisp, clean and dry with aromas of green apple and baked bread. Terrific! Drink: 2014-2019. 100693 13% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 92/100. May 10, 2014 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

Ridge Estate Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, United States: This full-bodied red wine is a blend of about 80% cabernet sauvignon, 17% merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc grapes. It offers a long, luscious tunnel of mint-blackberry aromas that whistle up from the glass. Robust and ultra-concentrated: a true red wine for hedonists. Some pepper and dark spice on the finish. Drink: 2015-2021. 89284 13.70% XD 750 mL  $52.95 Score: 90/100. March 15, 2014 Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Belle Glos Dairyman Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: Full-on chocolate, mocha and espresso aromas on the nose almost over-power the cherry fruit underneath. Liquid fudge. Generous oak aging adds richness and those dark chocolate flavours. Supple and smooth. I prefer other Pinots from this winery, but to each his own taste-wise. Drink: 2013-2018. 366013 14% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 88/100. March 15, 2014 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

La Crema Pinot Noir 2012, Los Carneros, California, United States: Love this silky Pinot Noir! It seems to get better every year. Beautiful cherries and field raspberry notes roll in first, then there’s fresh earth aromas after a spring rain followed by some baking spices and a long finish. This Pinot has been one of my favourites for years. Satin seduction in a glass. Some comforting mocha on the finish. Drink: 2014-2019. 58024 14.50% D 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review