Clos De Los Siete Clos de los Siete Mendoza 2008, Mendoza, Argentina  622571 14.50% D 750 mL  $21.95. December 10, 2010 Full Review

Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Cyril Mares, Prop.-Récolt. Syrah Grenache 2011, A.C., Costières De Nîmes, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Savoury and dark with big black fruit, smoke and meaty notes. A heart of darkness runs through this rich, deep, full-bodied wine. This wine is blend of Syrah and Grenache grapes, from a region you should put on your radar. This is an incredible price. Buy by the caseload for parties and your own pleasure. This wine was fermented in stainless steel and aged in concrete tank amazing price for this quality. Drink: 2012-2016. 143099 14.10% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. August 17, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Domaine Chanson Teurons 1Er Cru Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Beaune, Burgundy, France: A gorgeous rose of a wine: delicate yet concentrated with flavour. Seductive fleshy red cherries, satin texture and a finish that goes on forever. One of the best pinot noirs that I’ve tasted in quite some time. Why do I always fall in love with the expensive ones? Well, this one is worth every penny. Drink: 2012-2020. 84426 13.50% XD 750 mL  $36.05 Score: 95/100. September 28, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Domaine Louis Jadot Beaune Theurons 1Er Cru Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Absolutely splendid: The aromas of violets and wild fleshy cherry tumble out of the bottle in a profusion for the senses. Medium- to almost full-bodied with a luxurious velvet texture. Please get me a case for my birthday. (Did you know my birthday’s tomorrow?) This wine will also do well in the cellar. The grapes for this wine come from a section of the vineyard on the middle of the slope. Drink: 2012-2018. 42838 13.50% XD 750 mL  $61.95 Score: 93/100. June 22, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Champy Signature Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2010, A.C., Burgundy, France: Gorgeous layers of voluptuously rich fleshy cherry-berry fruit. The nose is so aromatic, it'll draw you head-first into the glass. Rich and textured, this is amazing quality for this price point. I like the mouth-watering acidity for a wide range of dishes from smoked salmon to roast chicken. There's more cherry fruit on the finish along with a touch of smoke and spice. Drink: 2012-2015. 1149 13.50% D 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. July 6, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Xavier Cuvée Anonyme 2009, A.C., Châteauneuf Du Pape, Rhône, France: A gorgeous and robust blend of 25% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre, 25% Syrah grapes with the balance being 25% Counoise, Vaccarese and other grapes. Seductive nose of black cherry and blackberry liqueur, anise underbrush, cedar. Aromatic, complex, layered and deep with a very long finish. Worth every penny. Try with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2020. 337659 14.50% XD 750 mL  $56.95 Score: 97/100. July 6, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Taurino Riserva Salice Salentino 2009, D.O.P., Puglia, Italy: Peppery with dark spices and black fruit on the nose. Savoury, meaty and full-bodied with juicy smooth layers of pleasure. This is mostly the Negroamaro grape with a splash of Malvasia Nera. Terrific depth, balance and elegance. Attractive dark fruit and spice on the finish. Drink: 2012-2015. 177527 14% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. August 17, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Smart Buy Wine Full Review

Masi Serego Alghieri Rosso 2011, Venetia, Italy  447326 13%  750 mL  $15.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Hamilton Russell Vineyards Pinot Noir 2010, W.O., Hemel-En-Aarde Valley, South Africa: Spectacular aromas of bing cherry, wild raspberry and red currant, along with violets and a feral note. this medium-bodied wonder is perfectly balanced with polished tannins and a seductive mouth-feel. It opens like a peacock and finishes in a crescendo, leaving you longing for more. One of South Frica's top producers, period. Drink: 2013-2020. 999516 13.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 96/100. September 28, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Ménage à Trois Red 2011, California, United States: Don't buy it for the whimsical name: buy it because it's good! Loaded with black fruit and dark chocolate aromas. Smooth and full-bodied with a lovely juiciness for many dishes. A blend of zinfandel, merlot and cabernet sauvignon grapes. Drink: 2012-2015. 308007 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. September 12, 2013 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review