Fattoria La Ripa Riserva Santa Brigida Chianti Classico 2008, Tuscany, Italy: A gorgeous, succulent full-bodied red with rich aromas and flavours of ripe cherry and red berry fruit. Some smoke on the finish. Balanced and lip-smacking delicious. This organic wine has just 6 mg/l of free sulphur. This wine took home a Gold Medal and Best of Class honours at the 2012 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition. Drink: 2013-2017. 984401 13.50% XD 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 91/100. January 18, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Mazzei Ser Lapo Chianti Classico Riserva 2009, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy Drink: 2012-2016. 288530 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95. July 6, 2013 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Volpaia Giovannella Stianti Chianti Classico 2010, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Enticing aromas of sun-dried tomato and baked fruit with a mouth-watering juiciness, smooth texture. Medium- to almost full-bodied with a lean style for chianti due to the high altitudes where the vineyards are located. Elegant with great finesse. Lovely long and aromatic finish. This wine is a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot and Syrah, matured for 12 months in oak. Drink: 2012-2016. 953828 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. August 17, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

San Filippo Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, D.O.C., Tuscany, Italy: Vibrant, fleshy black and dark red cherry on the nose that opens up into fleshy, juicy, mouth-watering layers of black cherry and black plum. Rich, round and full-bodied. Dive in head-first! Drink: 2013-2020. 344374 14% XD 750 mL  $48.95 Score: 93/100. September 28, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Tenuto Di Trecciano Daniello Toscana Sangiovese 2008, Tuscany IGT, Italy: Full-bodied, ultra-dry and mouth-watering, almost chalky on the palate (in a good way). Black fruit with cedar brush and a long finish. This full-bodied red wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese grapes. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2014-2020. 344481 14% XD 750 mL  $37.25 Score: 93/100. September 28, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Lamole di Lamole Vigneto Di Campolungo Chianti Classico Riserva 2008, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Luxurious dark fruit wrap around a pleasingly juicy, mouth-watering core. Full-bodied and smooth. The wine walks a lovely red line between nervy energy and voluptuous richness. Mocha and black plum mingle teasingly with your senses. You can skip that trip to Tuscany this year: just close your eyes and sip this wine. Drink: 2014-2019. 231241 14% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 93/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Ruffino Ducale Oro Chianti Classico Riserva 2008, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Juicy, nuanced and layered with luxurious dark fruit flavours. This is a great candidate for the cellar, though it drinks just fine now, thank-you very much. Liquid velvet in a glass. Perfect for hedonists. Drink: 2012-2017. 353201 13.50% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 93/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Pietranera Centolani Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Gorgeous! Floral (wild violets) with some exotic spice and wild dark fruit. On the palate there's an immense lift so it's not heavy yet this is a richly complex wine. Wow, best brunello in a while. Drink: 2013-2019. 189761 14% XD 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 95/100. December 7, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Verbena Brunello Di Montalcino 2008, Tuscany, Italy: Classic mature, complex Brunello: don't look for fruit. Instead expect subtle aromas of leather, cigar box and dried herbs. Full-bodied and smooth. Perfect for discussions about the latest developments in the field of astro physics. Great balance and lots of length on the finish. D.O.C.G. Drink: 2013-2019. 165126 14% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Le Ragnaie Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, Tuscany, Italy: Juicy and spectacular, with great mouth-watering acidity, black cherries and mocha aromas in this DOCG red wine. Full-bodied and smooth. This wine could go the distance for years. Terrific balance, depth and concentration. Decant for 1 hour. Drink: 2012-2020. 205930 14% XD 750 mL  $108.00 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Rocca Delle Macìe Tenuta Sant'alfonso Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Love this! Rich, smoky and smothering the senses with fleshy black fruit. Yes please! Velvet black fruit runs up the middle of your palate while mouth-watering juiciness tickles along the sides. Grilled pork chops should be already ordered when you open this wine. Drink: 2014-2020. 942094 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Andretta Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: From Tenuta Vitanza hails this blockbuster, full-bodied red wine offering up black fruit, tar, smoke, violets and exotic pleasures. Decant 1-2 hours, sit back and enjoy. Drink: 2015-2019. 367367 14.50% XD 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 93/100. March 29, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Mocali Brunello Di Montalcino 2008, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A juicy and delicious red wine with generous ripe cherry fruit, smoke and spice aromas. A full-bodied and wonderful D.O.C.G. wine! Intensely concentrated and focused (on your pleasure). Decant 1-2 hours. Try it with prime rib tonight. Drink: 2014-2021. 64956 13.90% XD 750 mL  $60.00 Score: 93/100. April 26, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Fontanafredda Serralunga D'alba Barolo 2008, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: The deft hand of the new management of this esteemed winery is at work here: the quality across the board of Fontanafredda wines continue to improve every year. This DOCG wine is full-bodied, balanced and stunning. Made from the Nebbiolo grape, this is simply classic Piedmont style. Dark fruit, truffles, violets and espresso. Watch this winery as it climbs every higher peaks of pleasure. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2015-2021. 943290 14% XD 750 mL  $51.95 Score: 93/100. May 10, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Lazzeretti Brunello Di Montalcino 2007, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: This Brunello has many years ahead of it, unless of course, you can't resist drinking it. A DOCG wine that has such lovely replays of flavour across the palate, including coffee, spice, mocha and dark berry. This robust red wine cries out for a hearty meat dish. Listen to this wine and you'll have a terrific meal! Drink: 2014-2021. 318352 14% XD 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 93/100. May 24, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Paolo Conterno Riva Del Bric Barolo 2009, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Barolos: you love them or leave them. This tends to be a polarizing Italian red wine. The Barolo Riva del Bric offers a great way to get familiar with this style of wine as it's very well-made. Dark fruit, violets, truffles and smoke. Decant 2 hours. Drink: 2015-2022. 172783 14% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Barone Ricasoli Rocca Guicciarda Chianti Classico Riserva 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A truly classic Chianti in all senses, from signature aromas of dark fruit, sun-dried tomato and dried herbs, to mouth-watering acidity for a wide range of dishes from pasta in tomato sauce to spicy sausages. Great price. Drink: 2013-2018. 943613 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. June 21, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review