Alamos Selección Malbec 2019, La Consulta, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From La Consulta, Uco Valley wine region, Alamos 2019 is a great value Argentinean Malbec at $18. Always a crowd-pleaser, this vintage is juicy with a mouthful of ripe blackberry, blueberry, cocoa and baking spice flavours with a gentle smoky finish. Nicely done! Drink or hold. Drink: 2024-2025. 322800 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. June 8, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Fabre Montmayou Reserva Malbec 2020, Mendoza, Argentina: Fabre Montmayou Reserva 2020 Malbec is great value under $20. Produced from 40-year-old vines in the Lujan de Cuyo and Las Compuertas regions, the wine is floral on the nose with violets and pink florals; dry, medium-plus-bodied and fresh with tangy red cherry, blueberry, toasty oak spice, chocolate and vanilla flavours balanced and harmonious. Good now, but will continue to evolve over the next three years. Pour with grilled meats. Drink: 2023-2026. 261867 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Finca Lalande Organic Malbec 2020, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina: From Tupungato, Uco Valley wine region, Finca Lalande 2020 Malbec is produced by the famed Domaine Bousquet and is an elegant, juicy, vegan-friendly Malbec produced with organically grown grapes. Look for ripe dark berry, mulberry, savoury herbs and a kiss of spice bright, concentrated and creamy on the palate. Excellent value at $17. Drink: 2023-2026. 28082 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Finca Sophenia Altosur Malbec 2021, Gualtallary, Tupungato, Uco Valley, Argentina: Finca Sophenia Altosur 2021 Malbec is a vegan-friendly, medium-bodied 100% Malbec and excellent value at $17. Dense, concentrated and juicy on the palate with plum, meaty, savoury aromas and green leaf flavours typical of the Gualtallary terroir. Drink: 2023-2026. 13113 14.20% D 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 90/100. March 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

3 Rings Shiraz 2020, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: 3 Rings 2020 Shiraz is always a crowd pleaser as is its price at $18. The wine is fragrant and fresh with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, dark cherry, crushed raspberry, savoury herbs and dark spicy aromas and flavours balanced with mouth-watering acidity. Tannins are velvety and fine-grained. A beautiful Barossa Shiraz produced from estate grown grapes, and so good now with a roast rack of lamb. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2032. 15495 14.60% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. December 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Calamus Estate Winery Ball's Falls Red, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Calamus Ball's Falls is a rich and vibrant, medium-bodied red blend of mostly Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Bright on the palate with red berry fruit, blueberry, cassis, pepper spice and flinty mineral flavours balanced with vibrant acidity. Great value under $20. A portion of wine sales are donated to Balls Falls Foundation for Conservation. Drink: 2023-2026. 10527 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. September 20, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Creekside Red Tractor Cabernet Merlot 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Creekside Red Tractor 2020 is great value at $18. Produced from 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc sourced from three Niagara-on-the-Lake vineyards, vinified and aged in small lots prior to the final blend. The wine is dry, medium-plus-bodied and concentrated with blackberry, spiced plum, wild herbs, chocolate and well-integrated toasty oak spice flavours juicy on the palate. So good now. Drink: 2024-2026. 11851 13% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. January 20, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Bisquertt Crazy Rows Carignan 2020, Maule Valley D.O., Chile: From the Maule Valley wine region, Bisquertt Family Vineyards Crazy Rows 2020 Carignan is produced from sustainably-grown grapes and is excellent value at $17. Lots of juicy, vibrant energy on this 100% Carignan from Chile generous with dark fruit, red berry, wild herb and spicy flavours fresh on the palate. Drink: 2023-2026. 30217 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva Carmenère 2020, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Emiliana Novas Gran Reserva 2020 is a rich, silky and spicy, vegan-friendly Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon red wine blend produced from organically-grown grapes sourced from the Colchagua Valley. Typical of its terroir, the wine is showing fine herbs, black currant and tomato leaf flavours with a long and spicy finish, Tannins are velvety. Drink: 2023-2025. 30996 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 91/100. April 29, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva Syrah 2021, Limarí Valley, Chile: Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva 2021 Syrah is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Limari Valley, cooled by the Camanchaca fogs that enter the semi-arid region from the west each morning until the sun rises over the Andes in the east. Great value at $18, Santa Rita's Medalla Real Gran Reserva wines are from their oldest sites. Look for fresh and fragrant dark cherry, smoked meats, dried herbs, mint and a kiss of vanilla balanced with bright acidity and a spicy finish. Drink: 2023-2027. 19236 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Miguel Torres Andica Organic Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Itata Valley, Chile: From the Itata Valley, Miguel Torres Andica Gran Reserva 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is great value at $18. This wine was fermented in stainless-steel tank with indigenous yeasts, and a portion of the wine (70%) was aged in neutral oak barrels for up to eight months. Look for juicy, smoky dark fruits, savoury herbs, earthy spices and dark chocolate flavours on this medium-bodied red from Chile. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2027. 25933 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 90/100. May 27, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Laura Hartwig Single Vineyard Carmenère 2020, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: From the Colchagua Valley wine region, Laura Hartwig 2020 is a single vineyard Carmenère and excellent value at $16. Bright and juicy with red currant, plum, bell pepper, with a kiss of dried fine herbs and spice on its elegant, medium-plus-bodied frame. Tannins are firm. Pour with a skirt steak from the grill. Drink: 2023-2025. 213512 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 18, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château Bellevue La Forêt Originel 2020, Fronton, Southwest A.P., France: Château Bellevue La Forêt 2020 is produced from Cabernet Franc , Cabernet Sauvignon, Négrette and Syrah wine grapes and an excellent value Fronton red blend at $16. The wine is rich, dry and full-bodied with bright red fruits, chocolate, earthy herbs and spicy flavour, Tannins are structured. Each varietal was vinified separately and the wine was aged for 24 months in large oak barrels prior to bottling. The little known Négrette wine grape appeared in the 12th century and was named "Mavro" (black) originally brought in from Cyprus by the Knights of the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem. Drink: 2024-2026. 354134 14.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. November 2, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château les Pins de Bossuet 2015, Bordeaux A.C., France: From the Bordeaux wine region, Château Les Pins De Bossuet Supérieur 2015 is excellent value at $17. Produced from 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc, this maturing Bordeaux is dry, full-bodied and fruity with plum compote, red berry, dried fruits, supple, savoury and rich on the palate. The wine was aged 15 months in French oak barrels and is drinking very nice now. Pour with roast duck or quail stuffed with wild mushrooms. Drink: 2023-2027. 26305 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. January 21, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château de Ribebon Bordeaux Supérieur 2019, Bordeaux A.C., France: Produced by Alain Aubert, prop., Château de Ribebon Bordeaux Supérieur 2019 is a great value red Bordeaux blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc at $17. Fragrant with ripe blueberry, raspberry, dried herbs, pepper spice and dark chocolate flavours, vibrant and savoury on the palate. Tannins are well-integrated and rounded. Drink or hold. Drink: 2024-2028. 12281 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. April 1, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Château Courac 2019, Côtes du Rhone, Rhône A.P., France: From the Côtes Du Rhone wine region, Château Courac 2019 is an excellent value 55% Syrah, 30% Grenache and 5% Carignan red wine blend at $17. Look for ripe dark berry, black currant, earthy florals creamy and lingering on the palate. Very nice for the price. Pour with lamb chops from the grill. Drink: 2022-2028. 25109 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. December 3, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Château Recougne 2019, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Vignobles Xavier Milhade, Château Recougne 2019 is an excellent value Merlot-driven Bordeaux blend at $17 with 77% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 9% Cabernet Sauvignon wine grapes sourced from a vineyard close to Libourne. Smoky and fragrant with ripe plum, dark berry and crushed raspberry aromas with anise spice and smoky flavours on the palate. Tannins are well-integrated and ripe. Good now, better in 2023. Drink: 2023-2026. 368167 13% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. December 3, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Demazet Réserve des Armoiries Tradition Côtes du Rhône 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: From the Côtes Du Rhône, Demazet Des Armoiries 2020 is an excellent value, dry, medium-plus-bodied and vegan-friendly red wine blend of Grenache, Carignan, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault. Sourced from vineyards around Avignon, this wine is the result of a collab between two French cellars and their relationship with 245 small growers. Look for ripe dark fruits, vibrant red berry, cherry and spicy flavours concentrated and juicy on the palate. This vintage was awarded Silver at the 2021 Concours des Vins Orange. Drink: 2023-2026. 494690 14% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 86/100. January 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Jean-Pierre Moueix Bordeaux 2018, Bordeaux A.C., France: From Christian and Edouard Moueix and produced by Jean-Pierre Moueix who is also the owner and producer of several prestigious crus, including Château La Fleur-Pétrus, Château Trotanoy and Château Hosanna in Pomerol; Château Bélair-Monange Premier Grand Cru Classé in Saint-Émilion and, Dominus Estate and Ulysses in Napa Valley, California. From one of Bordeaux's hottest and driest vintages in half a century, this Right Bank 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc red wine blend is fragrant, elegant and opulent with juicy plum, blueberry, dark raspberry, savoury herbs, chocolate and toasty oak spice flavours generous on the palate. Pour with a grilled striploin steak done rare. Drink: 2023-2024. 516765 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Louis Bernard Louis Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2020, Côtes du Rhône, Rhône A.P., France: Louis Bernard Louis 2020 is an excellent value Côtes du Rhône Villages at $17. Produced from mostly Grenache with a portion in Syrah, the wine is elegant with dark berry, cassis, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours lush, juicy with a kiss of minerality on the finish. Easy to love. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2024. 561290 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. October 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Cavino Nemea Agiorgitiko 2020, Nemea P.D.O., Greece: From Nemea P.D.O., Cavino 2020 Agiorgitiko is an excellent value 100% Agiorgitiko at $15. The grape is native to Nemea and this juicy, medium-bodied, velvety red is showing bright raspberry, plum, lavender, and dark spices vibrant on the palate. Lightly chill and enjoy it with souvlakis. Drink: 2023-2026. 588723 12.80% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Citra Niro di Citra Montepulciano D'abruzzo 2018, Abruzzo D.O.P., Italy: From Abruzzo D.O.P., Niro di Citra 2018 Montepulciano D'abruzzo is produced from 100% Montepulciano and great value at $17. Dry, full-bodied and fragrant with bright red berry, blueberry, plum, coffee and vanilla flavours concentrated on the palate. Tannins are structured. A versatile, friendly Montepulciano to enjoy with a meat-lover's pizza or sausages from the grill. Drink: 2023-2027. 278150 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. October 21, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Michele Chiarlo Le Orme Barbera D'asti 2020, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, Michele Chiarlo Le Orme 2020 Barbera D'asti is fragrant with pink florals, violets, raspberry, cherry and savoury herb flavours vibrant and juicy on the palate. The wine spent 16 months mellowing and ageing in French oak casks prior to bottling and release. Excellent value at $16, on a wine classified at the DOCG level. Vineyards also form part of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014. Drink: 2022-2027. 265413 13.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Gordon Ramsay Intenso 2020, Tuscany, Italy: Gordon Ramsay Intenso 2020 is a rich and intense red wine blend of 50% Sangiovese, 30% Montepulciano and 20% Merlot sourced from the Tuscany wine region. Produced by Alberto Antonini for Gordon Ramsay, the wine is dry, full-bodied and excellent value at $17. Look for ripe dark cherry, plum, vanilla and spicy notes balanced with food-friendly acidity and lingering on the palate. Pour with Tuscan-inspired dishes. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2022 Global Wine Masters Spring competition. Drink: 2023-2026. 32384 14% D 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 88/100. June 24, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Masserie Pisari Salento Rosso Primitivo 2021, Salento, Puglia I.G.T., Italy: The Primitivo wine grapes for Masserie Pisari 2021 are grown in the Conca d'Oro Valley, 10 minutes from the cooling and moderating breezes off the Mediterranean Sea. Dry and full-bodied, the wine is a mouthful of ripe and rich red berry, plum, blueberry, pepper and sweet dried tobacco leaf spices with crisp acidity on the palate. Enjoy with lamb kebabs and gourmet burgers from the grill. Drink: 2023-2029. 270306 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. July 22, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Symington Family Estates Altano 2020, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: From Symington Family Estates, Altano 2020 is amazing value at $14. Produced from Tinta Roriz, Touriga Franca and Tinta Barroca from the Douro wine region and aged in neutral French oak barrels and stainless-steel tank. Look for lots of bright and juicy dark berry, plum, savoury herb and spicy flavours balanced with food-friendly acidity. A stylish and modern Douro red perfect for slow-braised beef dishes or a roasted root vegetable casserole dish. Drink: 2023-2026. 579862 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Gandarada 2019, Dão D.O.C., Portugal: From the Dão wine region, Gandarada 2019 is amazing value at $15. This full-bodied Portuguese red wine is vegan-friendly and produced from a blend of 35% Touriga Nacional, 35% Alfrocheiro and 30% Tinta Roriz. Deep, dark and broody in the glass, the wine is lifted with bright plum, dark berry, cherry, earthy florals, dark chocolate, dried wild herbs and spicy flavours mouth-watering on the palate. Lots of character and will age well. Pour with Porchetta. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2026. 25447 13% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 21, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Casa Santos Lima Colossal Reserva 2018, Lisboa, Portugal: Casa Santos Lima Colossal Reserva 2018 is a blended wine of 30% Tinta Roriz, 30% Syrah, 30%, Touriga Nacional and 10% Alicante Bouschet aged eight months in French and American oak barrels. Fragrant with blueberry, blackberry and subtle dried herbs, the wine is dry, full-bodied, rich and concentrated with dark spices, dark fruits, cherry, dark berry and dried fine herb flavours with a smoky finish. Enjoy with a marinated flank steak from the grill. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2025. 548867 14.20% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. February 18, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Quinta da Rede Reserva 2016, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Rede Reserva 2016 is a fragrant, full-bodied red wine blend from the Douro region. Produced from 60% Touriga Nacional, 25% Touriga Franca, 15% Tinta Roriz and excellent value at $15. Look for rich dark fruit, cedar box, toasty oak spice flavours and rich tannins balanced with food-friendly acidity. So good now. Pour with Porchetta. Drink: 2021-2025. 431262 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Quinta do Espírito Santo 2018, Lisboa, Portugal: Quinta do Espírito Santo 2018 is excellent value at $15. Rich and full-bodied it is a blend of Tinta Roriz and Castelão wine grapes, Fragrant with blue florals, blackberry, crushed raspberry, spiced plum, toasty oak and vanilla flavours juicy on the palate with a long finish. Tannins are structured and firm. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2021 Vinalies Internationales. Drink: 2023-2026. 488015 15% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 21, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Glenelly Glass Collection Merlot 2018, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: From the Stellenbosch wine region, Glenelly Glass Collection 2018 Merlot is full-bodied and juicy with ripe red berry, plum, smoky vanilla and well-integrated oak spice flavours beautifully balanced and polished on the palate. Produced by winemaker, Luke O'Cuinneagain and excellent value at $16. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2027. 26669 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Cathedral Cellar KWV Pinotage 2018, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: KWV Cathedral Cellar 2018 Pinotage is a savoury Western Cape red, fragrant with aromas of charcuterie, ripe dark cherry and smoky Madagascar vanilla. Savoury and full on the palate with ripe dark plum, dark cherry, smoked meat, mocha, toasty oak and vanilla flavours on the palate. Wine grapes are sourced from the Darling, Stellenbosch and Swartland wine regions. Drink: 2023-2025. 99267 13.90% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. March 18, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Abad Dom Bueno Laderas del Norte Mencia 2019, Bierzo D.O., Spain: Abad Dom Bueno Laderas Del Norte 2019 Mencia is amazing value at $16. Dry, earthy and rich on the nose with dark plum, blueberry, dark cherry and fresh mushroom aromas; plushy on the palate with dark fruit, porcini with slate and minerally notes vibrant on the palate. Tannins are dusty. Superb for the price. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2024. 244699 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. November 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Balbás Barrica 5 Tempranillo 2020, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Balbás Barrica 5 2020 is a full-bodied, savoury and vibrant Tempranillo with aromas of ripe purple plums and blueberries. Tannins are grippy. The wine was matured in American and French oak barrels for five months and hence the name "Barrica 5". Bodegas Balbás dates back to 1777 with 200 years and four generations of grape growing and winemaking experience in the Ribera del Duero. Drink: 2021-2025. 543710 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. November 19, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Romeo Selección Monastrell 2019, Jumilla D.O.P., Spain: From Bodegas Alceño in the Jumilla wine region, Romeo 2019 Monastrell is excellent value at $18. Bright with aromas of fresh blackberry, blueberry, dark plum, and vanilla with piney notes plushy and vibrant on the palate. Tannins are polished. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2026. 16590 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. February 4, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Rioja Vega Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Rioja Vega Crianza 2019 is spicy on the nose with cracked pepper, dark cherry, plum, smoky vanilla flavours savoury and smooth on the palate. An excellent value vegan-friendly Tempranillo at $16 from the RIoja wine region. Tannins are well-integrated and the finish is fresh and lingering. Drink: 2023-2027. 471854 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. January 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Finca Monica Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Finca Monica 2019 Tempranillo is a full-bodied Rioja red wine with dark cherry, red berry, plum, cassis, vanilla and toasty oak spice flavours fresh, generous and supple on the palate. Drink: 2023-2027. 574368 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. May 10, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Marqués de Griñon Clásico 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: By Carlos Falcó, Marqués De Griñon 2018 is a rich and opulent Rioja red wine blend of Syrah, Grenache and Tintorera; dry, full-bodied and fragrant with black cherry, black raspberry, earthy florals, anise, savoury herbs and flinty mineral flavours plushy and vibrant on the palate. Tannins are rich. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2027. 30207 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. June 24, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Stave & Steel Canadian Whisky Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, California, United States: A full-bodied Californian Cabernet that's aged in Canadian whisky barrels. Aromas of fleshy ripe plums and smoke. Pair with barbecued ribs. Drink: 2022-2025. 13733 15.50% D 750 mL  $21.05 Score: 91/100. July 10, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review