Alamos Torrontés 2015, Salta, Argentina: The floral, aromatic white wine offers great sipping pleasure as an aperitif or companion to fresh seafood. Medium-bodied with good acidity. Drink: 2015-2018. 81539 13.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 88/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Santa Julia Magna Zuccardi 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A dependable, full-bodied Argentine red wine blend from one of the country's largest, yet most respected producers of value-priced wines. The classic Malbec grape is 40% of this blend. Lots of fleshy black fruit and some toasty oak. Pair with grilled steak. Drink: 2014-2018. 93799 13.80% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 89/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Nieto Senetiner Don Nicanor 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: Liquid dark chocolate o the nose and palate. Very powerful, full-palate whack. Black fruit with juiciness. This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot. Enjoy it with back ribs. Drink: 2011-2016. 640938 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Sister's Run Bethlehem Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Juicy, meaty, savoury and mouth-watering. An awesome full-bodied Australian red wine with fleshy dark red and black fruit aromas. Not too heavy, just right. Meaty dishes please. Great price. Finishes with great complexity and concentration of flavour. Pair with spring lamb. Drink: 2014-2018. 360636 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Penthouse Pinot Noir 2013, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: Attractive tart cherries and berries with racy dark spice on the finish. Medium-bodied and smooth. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2014-2018. 432864 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Fielding Estate Winery Unoaked Chardonnay 2014, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lively and surprisingly aromatic as often unoaked cool climate chardonnays are fairly subtle. This one is bursting with white peach and green apple. So alive in the glass! Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2014-2018. 164491 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Featherstone Winery Black Sheep Riesling 2014, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Featherstone's Black Sheep Riesling stands shoulder to shoulder (ear to ear) with the best of Niagara Rieslings. This is one of my favourite Niagara Rieslings: delightful every vintage. The 2014 vintage is no exceptional with lovely bright notes of lime blossom, lemon zest and flint. Pair with fresh seafood and vegetarian dishes. This Ontario white wine offers great refreshment in the glass. Featherstone's Black Sheep Riesling stands shoulder to shoulder (ear to ear) with the best of Niagara Rieslings. Mouth-watering juiciness with vibrant notes of tropical tree fruit. Off-dry and ready from a range of dishes from glazed ham to chutney. Drink: 2014-2019. 80234 10% M 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Montes Limited Selection Carmenere 2012, Colchagua Valley, Chile: Rich, black cherry liqueur aromas and flavours made this full-bodied red wine so seductive. Ultra-plush and voluptuous. Smooth and satisfying sensual pleasure. There's a terrific spice-infused finish wrapped in cedar smoke. Try this with pork tenderloin. Drink: 2013-2017. 256685 14% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Aydie L'origine Château D’Aydie 2012, Madiran, Southwest A.C., France: Full-bodied and restrained for the Madiran, usually the home of palate-whacking reds. Doesn't even taste like 14% alcohol. Concentrated, rich and deep. Drink: 2013-2016. 343566 13.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 88/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Joh. Jos. Prüm Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett 2011, Mosel Prädikatswein, Germany: The 2011 vintage of the Prum Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett is a glorious dessert elixir that's sweeter in style than most Kabinett Rieslings and also has lower alcohol. The Riesling grapes for this wine are grown in one of the country's most respected vineyards. Aromas of golden apple, apricot, honeysuckle. Juicy wonderful. Pair with angel cake. Drink: 2013-2020. 15302 9% MS 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 93/100. January 11, 2016 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Lingenfelder Bird Label Riesling 2013, Pfalz Q.B.A., Germany: Magnificent for the price point! Floral with fleshy ripe peach yet airy and refreshing. Medium-bodied with a peach blossom finish. Slight sweetness lends food versatility, yet it's not at all cloying. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2013-2017. 568634 11.50% M 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 89/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy 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

Estancia Pinot Grigio 2014, California, United States: Crisp, fresh and clean with aromas of lime and lemon zest. Great aperitif or companion to seafood, salads and vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2016-2018. 418285 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 91/100. January 11, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Profound Pasta and Cream Sauce Wine Full Review