Black Prince Winery Cabernet Franc 2007, V.Q.A., Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada: Vintages Wine Panel: Color: medium ruby. Nose: smoky oak, black fruits. Taste: smoky, tarry, redcurrant; firm structure, lively acidity; dry tannic finish. My note: Chocolatey-mocha rich red with layers of lovely velvety texture with medium body. Warm and inviting. 68874 12.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. May 7, 2009 Full Review

Rosehall Run Cuvée County Pinot Noir 2008, V.Q.A., Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada: Love it! Light and acidic with bright cherry-mulberry-cranberry flavours. Vibrant: says hello! Right out of the glass. So versatile with food. Love the supple satin texture. This wine won a Gold Medal at the ARTEVÏNO Prince Edward County Wine Competition in 2010.. I’d pair it with reading Eat, Pray, Love. 225748 12.20% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. February 19, 2011 Full Review

Rosehall Run Chardonnay Musqué 2009, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Juicy and mouth-watering with lovely tree fruit notes. I love this style of Chardonnay: not heavy or oaky, just pure fruit essence and refreshment. Drink: 2011-2014. 225532 12% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. May 14, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Fielding Estate Winery Rosé 2011, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: A pleasant soe with mild strawberry notes. Drink: 2011-2013. 53421 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. May 12, 2012 Full Review

Les Ormes De Pez Meritage 2008, A.C., St-Estèphe, Bordeaux, France: Needs time: very tannic and acidic. Black fruit and smoke, but it will come together in a few years. I have faith. Drink: 2014-2018. 133819 13% XD 750 mL  $43.00 Score: 90/100. May 12, 2012 Full Review

Juan Gil White Label De Cepas Viejas Monastrell 2010, D.O., Jumilla, Spain: Deal of the Century! Full-bodied, juicy, savoury and delicious. Loaded with dark wild blackberries and forest-deep cherries and cedar. Oh yum. Drink: 2012-2015. 13656 14.50% XD 750 mL  $14.25 Score: 90/100. May 12, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Beringer Founders' Estate Zinfandel 2009, California, United States: Some kind of wonderful! Purple plums and juicy blueberries tumble across your senses. Full-bodied, smooth and delicious. Perfect for BBQ. Drink: 2012-2015. 567453 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. July 21, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review