Marcus James Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: A full-bodied red with tart black plum notes. Smooth. Pair with robust meat dishes. Great price. Drink: 2012-2014. 518431 13.50% D 750 mL  $10.45 Score: 85/100. December 16, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Matané Primitivo 2013, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: Lusciously ripe black fruit with black cherry liqueur and dark spice. Full-bodied and smooth and juicy. Perfect for roast beef or brisket. Drink: 2014-2018. 434290 14% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Woodbridge Zinfandel 2011, California, United States: Delightful fleshy ripe raspberries and strawberries on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with fruity sweetness. Perfect for the patio or early spring picnics involving cold cuts and roast chicken sandwiches (and a gurgling brook and shady tree). Drink: 2013-2014. 249656 11% M 750 mL  $9.95 Score: 87/100. January 3, 2013 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin Zinfandel 2009, Lodi, California, United States: Purple and black plum liqueur richness with smooth, full-bodied layers of pleasure. The ultimate barbecue and hamburger wine. I challenge you to find a better one. Drink: 2011-2016. 678698 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 3, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Smoking Loon Zinfandel 2009, Lodi, California, United States: Lots of mocha and on the dark chocolate nose and finish from generous oak aging. Full-bodied and smooth with fleshy ripe black plums on the palate. Drink: 2012-2015. 272393 14% D 750 mL  $17.05 Score: 87/100. October 27, 2012 Full Review