Le Clos Jordanne Le Grand Clos Chardonnay 2011, Niagara Peninsula, Twenty Mile Bench, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Rich, complex and layered Niagara Chardonnay from a master. Ripe peach and Asian pear with toasted almond. Ultra dry with a judicious weave of oak. Nicely balanced in all dimensions, especially the acidity for a wide range of dishes. This is the winery's flagship white wine. The Chardonnay grapes for Le Grand Clos are sourced from the estate's premium vineyards that has the best sunlight exposure and water drainage. Those unique conditions are expressed in the glass, especially with the challenging 2011 vintage. Burgundian in style but Niagara by heart, this gorgeous Chardonnay will do well in the cellar, but it's also ready to enjoy now with roast turkey. Drink: 2012-2018. 34561 14% XD 750 mL  $65.00 Score: 93/100. January 31, 2016 Top Rated White Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Reserve Baco Noir 2013, Niagara, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: August Baco Noir that rises to Bordeaux levels of elegance and complexity. Aromas of black plums, cassis, smoke and earth. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2014-2019. 461699 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. June 25, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Maverick Distillery Chantilly French Cream, Oakville, Ontario, Canada: Better than Bailey's ... this is to-die-for French cream liqueur. Who needs coffee, just pour me this over ice... then you can go if you leave the bottle. 424044 17% S 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. January 9, 2017 Full Review

Inniskillin Niagara Estate Icewine Riesling 2014, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: This is truly nectar of the gods ... but don't let them drink it all. We mere mortals should stock up on this glorious icewine from the winery that put Canadian icewine on the viticultural map. This is Riesling-based so there's a lovely seam of silver acidity balancing the luscious apricot perserves and peach jam. Os so lovely. Pair with more of the same, or if you must, angel food cake. Drink: 2015-2023. 558288 9% S 375 mL  $79.95 Score: 96/100. August 4, 2016 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Château Hervé Laroque 2010, Fronsac, Bordeaux A.C., France Drink: 2012-2018. 444356 14.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95. May 28, 2016 Full Review

Perrin Coudoulet De Beaucastel 2014, Cotes Du Rhone, Rhone A.C., France: In 1687, the wine estate of Pierre de Beaucastel was ennobled by King Louis XIV, and has continued its august heritage in the history of Rhone Valley winemaking. This is a spectacular southern French red wine with 30 hectares of vineyards planted just east of the flagship vineyard Chateau de Beaucastel in the Rhone Valley thus it's often called "baby Beaucastel." Full-bodied with fleshy ripe blackberry jam and black raspberry preserves aromas and flavours. Rich and layered. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2017-2025. 48884 13.50% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 93/100. January 8, 2017 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Castello Di Gabbiano Bellezza Chianti Classico 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Here's a knock-out Italian red that is at once robust and flavourful yet ultra-smooth and refined. All the elements have come together in this wine including a spectacular vintage. Aromas of dark fruit and smoke. Pair with rare steak. Drink: 2015-2023. 158229 13.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 93/100. July 9, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Whitecliff Vineyard & Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Marlborough, New Zealand Drink: 2015-2017. 610972 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95. October 10, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Azores Wine Company Vulcanico Rosé 2015, Azores, Portugal: Pretty rose with rose petal and spice. Strawberry notes on the finish. Perfect for grilled salmon. Drink: 2015-2017. 231372 12% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. January 26, 2017 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Codorniu Seleccion Raventos Rosé, Penedes, Spain Drink: 2016-2018. 370080 12% XD 750 mL  $16.95. June 16, 2016 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Testarossa Winery Palazzio Pinot Noir 2007, Central Coast, California, United States Drink: 2007-2013. 662783 14% XD 750 mL  $32.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel 2009, Sonoma County, California, United States: Vintages Wine Panel: The Seghesio name has been a part of Sonoma's Zinfandel story since 1895. Today, sourcing grapes from vines averaging 25-30 years in age, they produce some of the best Zins going. Their 2007 was #10 on Wine Spectator's Top 100 list of 2008 - certainly no fluke. Their 2009 shows notes of raspberry, blackberry and subtle spice. Demonstrating great structure, this is an elegant Zin. My note: Wonderfully rich and ripe with flavours that don’t overwhelm. It’s hard to believe that this is 15% alcohol as it certainly doesn’t taste that robust. Full-bodied, yes, but balanced and delicious. Drink: 2011-2016. 942151 14.80% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 92/100. October 15, 2011 Full Review