The Owl & The Dust Devil Remolinos Vineyard Malbec 2019, Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina: What a fun name for a wine! The Owl & The Dust Devil 2019 Malbec is produced from grapes sourced from the Remolinos Vineyard in Alto Agrelo, Mendoza. Dry, medium-bodied and juicy fresh with ripe red cherry, blueberry, pink and blue florals savoury on the palate, the wine is framed with firm, fine-grained tannins and balanced with great acidity for food. One for ribs and burgers from the grill. Drink: 2024-2028. 36310 14% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 20, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Delightful Duck Wine Full Review

Sister's Run Cow's Corner Grenache Shiraz Mataro 2022, Gomersal, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: From Gomersal, Barossa, Sister's Run Cow's Corner 2022 is a fragrant and juicy red wine blend of mostly Grenache with Shiraz and Mourvèdre in support. Fragrant with exotic spices, ginger, plum, cherry, mulberry, toasty oak and pepper spice flavours generous and vibrant on the palate, the wine finishes long, smooth and harmonious. Great value at $19, enjoy it through 2028. Drink: 2024-2028. 346510 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. October 5, 2024 Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne 2023, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From the McLaren Vale, South Australia, d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab 2023 is an amazing value Viognier and Marsanne white wine blend at $18. Crafted by Chester Osborn, one of Australia's most respected winemaker of top-tier reds, also works wonders with white Rhône varieties, with this example crisp and fresh on the palate with ripe peach, melon, tropical fruits, citrus-zest and subtle spicy notes. "The Hermit Crab" refers to the fossils that make up the limestone-laden McLaren Vale vineyards and the French appellation of Hermitage. Drink: 2025-2027. 662775 13.10% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. March 29, 2025 Best Value White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Johnny Q Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, South Australia, Australia: From winemaker Johnny Q, Quarisa 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is excellent value at $19. John Quarisa spent 24 years making big-brand wines prior to creating his own label. Look for ripe dark fruits, cassis, mocha and vanilla flavours on this dry, full-bodied, South-Aus red to pair with a garlic and rosemary rubbed shoulder roast of lamb. Drink: 2024-2028. 530121 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. November 16, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Chateau Tanunda Grand Barossa Shiraz 2022, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Chateau Tanunda Grand Barossa 2022 Shiraz is great value at $23. Dry, full-bodied and intensely fragrant with blue florals, blackberry, toasty oak and anise spice wrapped up in smoky Madagascar vanilla, this Grand Barossa is generous, silky, fresh and rounded on t he palate. Enjoy it through 2034. Drink: 2024-2033. 20884 14.90% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 94/100. November 16, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Wakefield Jaraman Shiraz 2022, Clare Valley Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From Clare Valley McLaren Vale, South Australia, Wakefield Jaraman 2022 Shiraz is robust, youthful and mouth filling with ripe dark cherry, blackberry, red plum, baking spice, chocolate, mint, anise and cedar brush spice flavours juicy on the palate. Tannins are structured and firm. Big, bold, juicy and very nicely balanced, enjoy it through 2034. Drink: 2025-2033. 377036 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 94/100. May 10, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Karl's Scepter Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, South Australia, Australia: Karl's Scepter 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value Coonawarra Cab at $15. Fragrant with violets and pink florals, black currant, dark cherry, garrigue herbs, cedar brush, toasty oak spice and vanilla flavours generous and juicy on the palate, the wine is beautifully expressive and finishes long and harmonious. Tannins are structured, enjoy it with roast beast through 2034. Drink: 2024-2034. 33732 14.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 93/100. January 4, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Mon Tout Cherry Picking Grenache 2023, Western Australia, Australia: From Western Australia, Mon Tout Cherry Picking 2023 is a sweetly-scented Grenache and Syrah red wine blend with ripe cherry, pink florals, dark plum, raspberry and clove spice flavours supple and smooth on the palate. Tannins are silky. Delightfully delicious and ready to drink now through 2027. Drink: 2024-2030. 40731 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 93/100. January 4, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Tyrrell's Rufus Stone Shiraz 2022, Heathcote, Victoria, Australia: Tyrrell's Rufus Stone 2022 Shiraz, a vegan-friendly wine, is named after the rock where King William II met his untimely end, an intriguing nod to its rich history. This full-bodied red offers a vibrant and smooth profile with deep flavours of dark cherry, plum, dark chocolate, menthol, and pepper spice, all woven together seamlessly on the palate. Its balanced texture and long finish make it an ideal companion to a rosemary and garlic-rubbed roast leg of lamb or BBQ ribs. Drink: 2025-2030. 91488 14% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. April 12, 2025 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Wakefield Estate Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, South Australia, Australia: Wakefield Estate 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a terrific value red from cool-climate vineyards in the Clare Valley and Limestone Coast. Bold and flavourful, this full-bodied wine shows layers of dark berry, red cherry, roasted herbs, cocoa and a hint of toasted nuttiness, all supported by vibrant acidity and smooth tannins. Matured in French oak, it strikes a harmonious balance between richness and finesse. Pour with beef short ribs or grilled portobello mushrooms. Drink: 2025-2032. 744235 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 95/100. June 7, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Mchenry Hohnen Rocky Road Shiraz 2022, Western Australia, Australia: McHenry Hohnen Rocky Road Shiraz 2022 is a bold and characterful red from Margaret River, showing off its deep violet colour and expressive aromatics. Bursting with tangy blackberries, mulberries and a twist of cracked pepper, the wine also reveals earthy mineral nuances and hints of clove and star anise. Full-bodied with a touch of rustic charm, the tannins are plush and mouth-coating, lending structure without overwhelming the vibrant fruit. Pair with grilled lamb chops or a lentil and root vegetable bake through 2030. Drink: 2025-2030. 42064 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. April 26, 2025 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Winzer Krems Grüner Veltliner 2021, Kremstal D.A.C., Austria: From the Kremstal wine region, Winzer Krems 2021 Grüner Veltliner is produced by an Austrian cooperative with over 900 growers, and a millennium (or two) of grape growing experience behind them. This is a beautiful traditional Grüner vibrant with bright orchard fruit, fine herbs, white pepper spice and grassy notes mouth-wateringly long on the palate. Chill and enjoy with poached trout in lemon butter. Drink: 2022-2024. 647735 12.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. November 5, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Rabl Langenlois Grüner Veltliner 2021, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: From the Kamptal D.A.C., Rabl Langenlois 2021 Grüner Veltliner is excellent value at $20. Dry, medium-bodied, youthful and elegant this Austrian Grüner is showing fresh spring florals, yellow apple, white-fleshed peach, nectarine flavours, zesty and spicy with a minerally finish. So flavourful and so good now. Founded in 1750, Rabl has been crafting top tier Grüner Veltliner for generations. Drink: 2024-2030. 377457 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 3, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Loimer Grüner Veltliner 2022, Kamptal D.A.C., Austria: Loimer 2022 Grüner Veltliner is produced from grapes sourced from the Kamptal wine region. Expect a dry, medium-bodied and zesty Old Vines Grüner with pink grapefruit, fresh Honeycrisp apple, soft citrus flavours lithe and vibrant on the palate with a white pepper spice finish. Predominantly fermented and aged in large stainless tanks (5% in neutral oak barrels), the wine rested four months on its lees prior to blending and bottling. Carrying on his family's winemaking tradition, Fred Loimer studied oenology at Austria’s Klosterneuburg University before gaining valuable work experience in Nahe, Germany, and the Napa Valley. He took over the winery from his father in 1997. Drink: 2024-2026. 142240 13% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 93/100. July 6, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Three Hills Estate Chardonnay 2023, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Henry of Pelham’s Chardonnay from the Short Hills Bench in Niagara delivers a polished performance, gliding across the palate with golden apple, grilled pineapple, and a subtle flicker of hazelnut. There’s a citrusy lift—think lemon curd and a whisper of white grapefruit—that keeps things lively, while a creamy, toasted almond finish adds warmth and depth. It’s a wine that loves richness, so try it with roast chicken stuffed with wild mushrooms, creamy polenta, or a truffle risotto that echoes its savoury soul. Drink: 2025-2029. 268342 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 29, 2025 Top Rated White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Bachelder L'Ardoise Niagara Chardonnay 2023, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: L'Ardoise 2023 Chardonnay is a dry, medium-bodied wine sourced from some of the oldest vineyards in the Niagara Peninsula. Reflecting its name, "The Slate," this wine carries the essence of the region's ancient limestone and shale soils. Fermented and aged in barrels, it’s vibrant and fresh with a bouquet of honeysuckle, ripe yellow apple, and pear, complemented by vanilla and a silky touch of cinnamon. The creamy texture and flinty mineral finish make it a perfect pairing with roast chicken or grilled swordfish. This elegant Chardonnay, crafted by Thomas Bachelder, is a true showcase of Niagara's terroir. Drink: 2025-2027. 302083 12.60% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 91/100. April 12, 2025 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Leyda Coastal Vineyard Las Brisas Pinot Noir 2022, Leyda Valley, Chile: Coastal Vineyard Las Brisas 2022 Pinot Noir is enticing with aromas of fresh-picked raspberry, cherry with earthy, fine herb and sanguine notes intense and zesty on the palate with food-friendly acidity. Tannins are textured. A complex, fruity PN from the Leyda Valley and excellent at $18. Drink: 2024-2035. 36006 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 93/100. February 3, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Viña Casablanca Itera Seaside Journey 2021, Chile: New to Viña Casablanca, Itera Seaside Journey 2021 is a dry and juicy, medium-bodied red wine blend produced from sustainably grown (60%) Pinot Noir with the balance in Merlot, Barbera and Grenache grapes. Fragrant and fresh with ripe black cherry, raspberry and spicy flavours savoury and velvety on the palate, the wine was aged in clay amphora, concrete tank and neutral oak barrels. Drink through 2029. Drink: 2024-2029. 34738 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. February 17, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Costa Pinot Noir 2021, Aconcagua Costa D.O., Chile: From the Aconcagua Costa wine region, Errázuriz 2021 Pinot Noir is such a pretty Chilean PN. Elegant and floral with pink rose petals, violets, juicy red berry, cherry, fine herb and spicy notes framed by smooth tannins and food-friendly acidity, enjoy it now with a charcuterie board. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from coastal vineyards about 12 kilometres from the Pacific Ocean with cooling maritime on-shore breezes. Most of the wine is aged in previous use French oak barrels with 10% of the wine raised in egg-shaped concrete vats. Drink or hold. Drink: 2024-2026. 541151 13% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 94/100. March 16, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva Carmenère 2021, Colchagua Valley, Chile: From the Colchagua Valley, Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva 2021 is an excellent value Chilean Carmenère at $19. This vintage includes a splash (5%) of Cabernet Sauvignon and gives the wine a Bordeaux feel. Zesty on the palate with blackberry, plum, cherry, fine herb and flinty flavours on the palate, enjoy it now through 2035 with roast game dishes. Drink: 2024-2035. 274118 14.30% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 93/100. February 3, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: From the Aconcagua Valley Wine Region, Eduardo Chadwick's Arboleda 2019 is a great value single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon at $22. Look for rich black currant, blackberry compote, exotic spices and grilled herbs on this juicy, full-bodied Cab with fine-grained, structured tannins. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2028. 606764 14% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 93/100. November 19, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Montes Alpha Carmenère 2021, Colchagua Valley D.O., Chile: Montes Alpha 2021 Carmenère is produced from sustainably-grown, dry-farmed grapes sourced from the Marchigue and Apalta, Colchagua Valley wine region. A lovely vintage that is dry and medium-plus-bodied, showing plenty of ripe red berry, blueberry fruit, sweet dried tobacco leaf and spicy notes on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained. Drink through 2026. Drink: 2023-2027. 143230 14% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. May 10, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: Produced by Eduardo Chadwick, Arboleda 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted from sustainably grown grapes sourced from Las Vertientes, mid-Coastal Mountain Range. The grapes in this area are treated to cooling winds from the Pacific Ocean giving this dry, medium-bodied wine fresh and rich flavours of dark cherry, blackberry, sweet and spicy dried tobacco leaf, chocolate and mint. The wine is framed with fine-grained tannins. Drink or hold through 2030. Drink: 2024-2030. 606764 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 26, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Perez Cruz Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Maipo Valley, Chile: A superb Chilean Cabernet at an incredibly great price. Aromas of ripe blackberry, dark plum and a whisper of smoke. Full-bodied, smooth and supple with a long, satisfying finish. Perfect for hearty meat dishes and hard cheeses. Drink: 2024-2026. 694208 14% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 93/100. September 20, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Viu Manent Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Viu Manent Gran Reserva 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from sustainably grown grapes (with 4% in Cabernet Franc grapes) and is vegan-friendly. Produced from a cooler vintage, it is elegant, fresh and ripe with blackberry, blueberry, savoury herb and toasty oak spice flavours. Grapes were sourced from Old Vines Cabernet planted nearly a century ago in San Carlos de Cunaco. Amazing value at $18, enjoy it with ribs from the grill. Drink: 2024-2029. 569673 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. August 10, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Errázuriz Aconcagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Aconcagua Alto, Aconcagua Valley D.O., Chile: From the Aconcagua Valley wine region in Chile, Errázuriz 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from sustainably grown grapes sourced from the Aconcagua Alto. A medium-plus-bodied, vegan-friendly, spicy 100% Cab with brilliant food-friendly acidity, look for dark cherry, fine herbs, flinty and spicy notes textured on the palate. Tannins are polished. Enjoy it now through 2028 with gourmet burgers and ribs from the grill. Drink: 2024-2030. 203364 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. September 20, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Xavier Vignon 2021, Ventoux, Rhône A.P., France: From the Ventoux, Rhône wine region, Xavier Vignon 2021 is an elegant and well-priced Rhône red at $19. Produced from Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre wine grapes, the wine is fresh, dry, medium-bodied and juicy with dark cherry, blackberry, wild herbs, subtle spice and stony flinty flavours savoury and lingering on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained and rounded. Drink: 2024-2024. 413211 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. October 5, 2024 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Famille Perrin Les Christins Vacqueyras 2021, Vacqueyras, Rhône A.C., France: From the Vacqueyras in the Côtes du Rhône wine region, Famille Perrin Les Christins 2021 is fresh with aromas of red currants, dried herbs, cracked pepper spice and meaty notes on the palate. Produced from 75% Grenache with the balance in Syrah, grapes were sourced from Dentelles de Montmirail from vines averaging 50 years of age. Grapes were hand-harvested, sorted, crushed, vatted and fermented together. Following malolactic fermentation, the wine was aged in foudres and oak barrels for one year. Drink: 2024-2029. 973453 14.50% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 93/100. November 16, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Villa des Anges Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, France: Wow! Love the price on this Villa Des Anges 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon. Dry, medium-bodied and vegan-friendly, the wine is fresh with ripe black cherry, cassis, bell pepper, dried herbs, dried sweet tobacco and toasty oak spice velvety on the palate. Lots to enjoy here through 2027. Villa Des Anges Cabernet Sauvignon is crafted by winemaker Jeff Carrel at the Espitalet des Anges domaine in Capestang. Drink: 2025-2027. 38862 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 90/100. January 4, 2025 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Domaine de La Madone Le Perréon Beaujolais-Villages 2022, Beaujolais A.C., France: From Jean Bérerd et Fils, Domaine de La Madone Le Perréon 2022 is a dry, medium-bodied Beaujolais Villages produced from 100% Gamay grapes. Rich with ripe black cherry, red berry, pepper spice and zesty on the palate with velvety tannins, it is very enticing and moreish, particularly at this price. Drink: 2024-2028. 981175 13% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. January 6, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Château de Nages Héritage Costières de Nîmes 2021, Costières de Nîmes, Rhône A.P., France: From the Costières De Nîmes, Rhône wine region, Château de Nages Heritage 2021 is a dry, medium-bodied, Old Vines, Grenache-driven red wine blend of 60% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah produced by Michel Gassier. Beautifully crafted, look for violets, ripe red and dark berry flavours, mingling with pepper spice and briny mineral notes fresh, supple and long on the palate. Drink: 2024-2029. 40964 15% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 93/100. February 17, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Famille Perrin 2023, Côtes Du Rhône, Rhône A.C., France: Famille Perrin Reserve 2023 Côtes du Rhône Blanc is a beautifully balanced expression of Rhône’s signature varietals, offering remarkable value. This medium-bodied white opens with lifted floral aromas and bright citrus tones, seamlessly complemented by delicate herbal accents and a refined mineral backbone. Crisp and refreshing, its versatility makes it a fantastic match for roasted chicken with root vegetables, grilled trout with lemon, or a fragrant summer vegetable tart. Best enjoyed through 2025. Drink: 2025-2025. 499509 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. June 21, 2025 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Pierre Sparr Grande Réserve Pinot Gris 2022, Alsace A.C., France: Pierre Sparr Grande Réserve 2022 Pinot Gris from Alsace offers a beautifully refined and expressive profile. Layers of ripe white peach, delicate white tea, and nuanced herbal undertones weave seamlessly into its elegantly structured frame. Subtle cashew and warm baked bread notes enhance its depth, while bright acidity ensures a lively, food-friendly finish. Pair it with roasted poultry, creamy mushroom pasta, or nut-crusted white fish for a perfect match. Drink: 2025-2025. 983395 13.10% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2025 Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Nals Margreid Stein Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Südtirol Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Nals Margreid Stein Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp and tightly structured wine with firm acidity that gives it a zesty edge. The medium-bodied wine is balanced, with a silky finish that lingers pleasantly. It’s a great option to enjoy now or to cellar until 2027. Pairs well with grilled shrimp or lemon grilled scallops. Drink: 2025-2027. 39394 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. April 12, 2025 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Giuseppe Campagnola Ripasso della Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2020, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: From the Veneto wine region, Giuseppe Campagnola 2020 Ripasso Della Valpolicella Classico is a deep, dark and intense Corvina and Rondinella red wine blend produced from grapes sourced and hand-harvested from Marano, in the hilly region of Valpolicella. Made in the traditional Ripasso method of refermenting Amarone grape skins, it is rich with ripe black fruit, blackberry, dark cherry, roasted spices, coffee with a spicy, tart cherry finish. Tannins are silky. Lovely now through 2026. Drink: 2024-2026. 313486 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.25 Score: 92/100. February 3, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Tornatore Etna Rosso 2020, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Tornatore 2020 is a dry, medium-bodied Etna Rosso produced from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. Vineyards are located at an altitude of 1,000 metres above sea level on the north side of and active volcano. Fresh, elegant and fragrant with dried rose petals, blue florals, strawberry, cherry, fine herbs and spicy flavours vibrant on the palate, there is lots of food-friendly acidity on this vintage for roasted meats, grilled game sausages and oily fish like smoked sardines. Enjoy it through 2028. Drink: 2024-2028. 487090 14% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 91/100. November 30, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Attems Pinot Grigio 2023, Friuli D.O.C., Italy: From Marchesi Frescobaldi, Attems 2023 is a great value Friuli Pinot Grigio at $20. Bright and zesty with fresh tropical fruit, fine herb, citrus zest and minerally flavours mouth-wateringly long on the palate, it is an excellent introduction to a quality northern Italian Pinot Grigio. Attems history dates back to 1106, making it one of the very first wine producers to become established in Friuli. Drink: 2024-2025. 707950 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 1, 2025 Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico 2020, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Tuscany wine region, Castello di Querceto Crianza 2020 Chianti Classico is a dry, medium-bodied Sangiovese-driven red wine blend with a splash of Canaiolo added to the mix. Fragrant with ripe dark cherry, blackberry, spicy, earthy and mocha notes with a pleasantly chewy finish. Tannins are still quite fresh, so give it another year to mellow in bottle and try it in 2024. Drink: 2024-2028. 680496 13% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 23, 2023 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Kellerei Bozen Pinot Grigio 2020, Südtirol Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Kellerei Bozen 2020 Pinot Grigio is a stylish, zesty and cool-climate PG from the Alto Adige in northern Italy. Grapes are grown in gravelly soils in Bolzano, known for creating wines with light smoky aromas. The wine was produced in temperature-controlled, stainless-steel tanks to retain maximum freshness and aromas. Look for fresh, ripe apple, pear, nutty, honeysuckle flavours and smoky notes zesty on the palate. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2021 Berliner Wein Trophy. Drink: 2023-2024. 249466 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. April 1, 2023 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

San Silvestro Patres Barolo 2019, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, San Silvestro Patres 2019 Barolo is produced from 100% Nebbiolo sourced from 11 villages in the Piedmont wine region. Fragrant with red berry, cherry, raspberry, blue florals, spicy and meaty on the palate, this satin-silky Barolo is very approachable now. Drink: 2025-2030. 377986 14.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 92/100. January 4, 2025 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Stoneleigh Latitude Pinot Noir 2020, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Stoneleigh Latitude 2020 Pinot Noir is produced from grapes sourced from a strip of land called the Golden Mile that is known for its quality Pinot Noir. This example is bright and mouth-filling with spiced plum, cherry, savoury herbs and mocha notes juicy and concentrated on the palate. Lightly chill and enjoy it with lamb kebabs from the grill. Drink: 2024-2026. 325654 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 94/100. October 5, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Rustenberg Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: Rustenberg 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is a great value South African Cab at $20. Produced from grapes sourced from the Simonsberg-Stellenbosch wine region, this cab is dry, medium-bodied and generous with cassis, blackberry, dark plum and savoury dried herb flavours creamy and fruity on the palate. Tannins are pleasantly grippy and this wine would be a perfect match to roast beef dinner or venison game sausages from the grill. Enjoy it through 2030. Drink: 2025-2030. 443374 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 15, 2025 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Izadi Reserva 2020, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Izadi Reserva 2020 is a refined Rioja crafted entirely from Tempranillo. Its bouquet showcases a vibrant mix of ripe cherries, tangy currants, and luscious plums, woven together with rich chocolate and subtle spice nuances. On the palate, the wine is medium- to full-bodied, revealing layers of juicy dark berries that culminate in a tightly structured yet creamy finish accented by hints of toasted hazelnut, extra chocolate, and a touch of orange peel. Sourced from vineyards in Rioja Alavesa—nestled near the cooling influence of the Atlantic and established in 1987—this wine is both elegant and outstanding for its value. Enjoy it now or cellar it for further evolution through 2030. For an authentic Spanish pairing, try it with chorizo and Iberico ham, tapas, or hard cheeses. Drink: 2025-2030. 461269 14% XD 750 mL  $23.95 Score: 91/100. May 10, 2025 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Cune Reserva 2019, Rioja Alta, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Cune’s 2019 Reserva, a vegan Rioja Alta blend dominated by Tempranillo, radiates graceful poise from the first swirl. Black cherry, mulberry, and a trace of toasted cocoa mingle with potpourri and clove, nuances shaped by 18 months in French and American oak. The mid-weight palate flows seamlessly, framed by supple, melt-in tannins and a lively acidic snap. Pair its harmony with smoked meats or gourmet burgers and enjoy now through 2027. Drink: 2025-2027. 417659 13.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 93/100. June 21, 2025 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Muriel Reserva 2017, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Muriel Reserva 2017 Tempranillo is so smooth and flavourful with ripe blueberry, blackberry, dark plum, dried tobacco leaf, sous bois and rich cocoa flavours on the palate. Tannins are rich and long. Produced from 100% Tempranillo and amazing value for $20. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2031. 276030 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 9, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Muriel Fincas de la Villa Crianza 2019, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Muriel Fincas De La Villa Crianza 2019 is a juicy, elegant and delish 100% Tempranillo produced from grapes sourced from the Rioja wine region. The wine is dry, medium-bodied and fruit-driven with ripe black plum, dark cherry, dark chocolate and white pepper spice flavours fresh on the palate. Excellent value at $17, enjoy it with farmer's pork chops from the grill. Drink: 2023-2026. 547208 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Simi Chardonnay 2021, Sonoma County, California, United States: Simi 2021 Chardonnay is an elegant and food-friendly Sonoma County Cali Chard. Dry, full-bodied and fresh with tropical fruit, apple, citrus cream, vanilla, baking spice and sweet toasty oak spice flavours with lovely buttery notes fresh and zesty on the palate. Beautifully crafted, chill and enjoy it on its own or with a roast chicken dinner. Grapes were sourced from vineyards in Alexander Valley, Sonoma Valley, Russian River Valley, Dry Creek, and Sonoma Coast. Simi was founded in 1876, and the cellars that were built in 1890 are still in use today. This vintage was awarded Gold at the 2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Drink: 2023-2026. 673806 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. February 17, 2024 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Edna Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, California, United States: Edna Valley Vineyard 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is a dry, full-bodied and concentrated Cab from Central Coast, California. Beautifully balanced and fragrant with ripe dark fruits, with notes of cassis, dark cherry, plum, smoke, dried herbs, caramel, cedar brush and toasty oak spice, it finishes with a mineral kiss. Pair it with red meats from the grill or Southwest veggie burgers. Drink: 2025-2028. 369959 13.80% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 92/100. January 4, 2025 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review