G. Marquis The Silver Line Pinot Noir 2010, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Satin smooth with cherry aromas. Lovely and medium-bodied. Slips down dangerously easy. This is an amazing price for pinot noir of this quality. Drink: 2011-2015. 258673 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 15, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Rosehall Run Defiant Pinot Noir 2011, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Terrific vibrancy in this mouth-watering pinot! Aromas and flavour of tart cherry and cranberry. Medium-bodied, smooth and food-friendly. Drink: 2012-2018. 307769 12.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. July 30, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Coyote's Run Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2010, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: Generous oak but good cherry fruit coming up the centre to absorb it. Medium- to full-bodied and silky-smooth. Drink: 2012-2016. 53090 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. September 29, 2012 Full Review

Carmen Reserva Pinot Noir 2010, Casablanca Valley, Chile: Stunningly great for the price and for pinot noir. I haven't tasted a pinot at this price this good. Silky texture with a medium body. Fleshy ripe and some tart cherries. Lovely! Drink: 2012-2013. 570648 13.50% D 750 mL  $14.00 Score: 89/100. June 22, 2012 Full Review

Marques De Casa Concha Concha Y Toro Pinot Noir 2011, Límari Valley, Chile: The best Chilean pinot noir I've tasted yet. Tarry with smoky oak but brightened by vibrant cherry fruit. Medium- to full-bodied and satin smooth. Gorgeous! Drink: 2012-2016. 301424 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. December 8, 2012 Full Review

Two Tracks Wither Hills Pinot Noir 2010, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Juicy fleshy ripe cherries and field berries. Medium- to full-bodied and satin smooth. So delicious! Drink: 2012-2015. 269274 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. July 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Mirassou Winery Pinot Noir 2011, California, United States: Juicy cherry-berry, smooth and medium- to almost full-bodied. Friendly like a short dress and a flirty smile. Drink: 2012-2015. 185249 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 87/100. November 20, 2012 Full Review