Wynns Coonawarra Estate Coonawarra Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Coonawarra, South Australia,, Australia: Luscious and rich with cassis, fleshy blackberry and blackcurrant. Absolutely classic with a long finish. Tremendous quality for the price. Drink: 2012-2016. 84996 14% XD 750 mL  $47.95 Score: 94/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Perrin & Fils Les Christins 2010, A.C., Vacqueyras, Rhône, France: Classic Rhone! Spicy, black fruit with smoke on the finish. Full-bodied and smooth, yet will also cellar well. Awesome price! Drink: 2013-2018. 973453 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Bodega del Abad Dom Bueno Mencía 2008, Bierzo DO, Spain: Savoury, meaty and juicy with gorgeous exotic black fruit aromas and flavours. Get out of your shiraz rut with this wine. Drink: 2017-2018. 291989 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.25 Score: 89/100. April 4, 2017 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review