Infinito Winemaker's Selection Malbec 2018, Mendoza, Argentina: Infinito 2018 Malbec is an excellent value Argentinean red from the Mendoza wine region at $17. Look for dark plum, cassis, ripe raspberry and flinty mineral flavours velvety on the palate. Enjoy with a skirt steak from the grill. Drink: 2023-2025. 10971 14.40% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. September 2, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Hills Are Alive Shiraz 2021, Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia: From the Adelaide Hills wine region in South Australia, Zonte's Footstep Hills Are Alive 2021 Shiraz is vegan-friendly, rich and juicy with cassis, dark cherry, chocolate, blue florals and cracked black pepper spice elegant and harmonious on the palate. Enjoy it with garlic-crusted lamb chops. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2029. 522342 15.10% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 93/100. November 4, 2023 Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Frankland Rocky Gully Cabernet 2019, Frankland River, Western Australia, Australia: Frankland Rocky Gully 2019 is a great value Frankland River Cab at $20. A rich and vibrant medium-bodied red wine blend of 40% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot, 19% Malbec, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance in Petit Verdot, grapes for this vintage were sourced from the certified-organic Frankland Estate (in 2010) in Frankland River, and the coolest and most isolated wine-growing region in Western Australia. Fresh with bright red currant, plum, black olive, cedar brush spice, fine herbs, chocolate and vanilla flavours mouth-watering on the palate, it finishes on an earthy note with a touch of sweet tobacco. What can you ask for more at this price, except for more? Drink: 2024-2029. 33556 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. April 1, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Wolf Blass Grey Label Shiraz 2021, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From the McLaren Vale, South Australia, Wolf Blass Grey Label 2021 Shiraz is a dry, full-bodied and concentrated mouthful of blackberry, dark cherry, chocolate, anise, cracked pepper, cedar spice and gravelly mineral flavours velvety and supple on the palate. This is such a beautiful, plushy Shiraz, generous and richly flavoured. The wine was aged for 17 months in a mix of neutral and new French and American oak barrels (30% new). Enjoy it through 2031. Drink: 2024-2031. 390872 14.50% XD 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 95/100. October 5, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, Coonawarra Estate, Coonawarra, Australia: From Coonawarra Estate, Wynns Black Label 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon is the 66th vintage of this Australian classic which was first made in 1954. The 2021 release is from an exceptional vintage, dry, medium-bodied and lush with dark cherry, blackberry, cassis, chocolate, and smoky toasty oak spice flavours vibrant and elegant on the palate, tannins are fine and chalky-textured. Good now, better in 2025 or cellar to 2040. Pour with a juicy, well-marbled prime rib from the grill. Drink: 2024-2052. 84996 14% XD 750 mL  $44.95 Score: 96/100. November 30, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Maxwell Silver Hammer Shiraz 2018, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: A full-bodied, smooth Australian shiraz with attractive aromas of ripe dark berries and plums. Pair with a pepper steak. Drink: 2022-2028. 89599 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. July 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Heirloom Vineyards Shiraz 2019, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Heirloom Vineyards 2019 Shiraz is a wild fermented Shiraz with grapes sourced from the cool-climate McLaren Vale. Look for fresh blackberry, dark cherry, plum, earthy florals and anise spice flavours vibrant on the palate. Tannins are fine-grained. This vintage was matured 16 months in American and French oak barrels. Drink or hold. Drink: 2022-2033. 23343 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Heirloom Barossa Shiraz 2019, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Heirloom 2019 Shiraz is a beautiful, bold Barossa Shiraz and a new release from Heirloom. Dry, full-bodied and vibrant, look for fresh ripe plums, mulberry, dark berry, loamy earthy flavours with a smooth and silky chocolate finish. Lovely balance and long length on this Barossa beauty. Drink or hold. Drink: 2023-2030. 26924 14.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Haselgrove First Cut Shiraz 2010, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Full palate whacker, loaded with black fruit, mocha, dark chocolate, smoke, oak, etc etc. First cut takes its name from the first run premium juice squeezed from these precious grapes. Drink: 2014-2018. 807982 14% XD 750 mL  $20.25 Score: 89/100. June 7, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Zonte's Footstep Lake Doctor Shiraz 2012, Langhorne Creek, South Australia, Australia: What a blockbuster Shiraz for the price! This red wine delivers attractive aromas of blackberries, licorice, black and purple plum notes and toasty oak. Full-bodied supple, smooth, smoky and juicy. Great for potluck gatherings and movie night. Drink: 2013-2016. 72975 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Wakefield Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Clare Valley, Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia: From the Clare Valley wine region, Wakefield Estate 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is amazing value under $20. Fragrant with black currant, mocha, mint, sweet spice, dried tobacco leaf, this wine is dry, full-bodied and smooth with soft tannins and bright acidity for food with a long, ripe blackberry, mint and spicy finish. So good. Pour with game roasts or gourmet burgers from the grill. Drink: 2022-2025. 744235 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. September 24, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Harmonious Hard Cheese Wine Full Review

Dandelion Vineyards Lioness Shiraz 2020, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: From the McLaren Vale wine region in South Australia, Dandelion Vineyards Lioness 2020 Shiraz is consistently good and amazing value at $22. A dry, rich, vibrant and supple Shiraz with plushy, juicy fruit made to drink now or cellar to 2030. Look for ripe dark berry, cherry, raspberry, cracked pepper and anise spice flavours silky on the palate. Drink: 2023-2032. 357475 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 92/100. June 24, 2023 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Santa Rita Medalla Real Gran Reserva Chardonnay 2021, Limari Valley D.O., Chile: From the Limari Valley, Medalla Real Gran Reserva 2021 Chardonnay is produced by Santa Rita. A beautifully balanced classic Chilean Chardonnay with grapes sourced from vines growing in alluvial and calcareous soils on the terraces of the Limarí River, not far from the Pacific Ocean. Dry, medium-bodied with well-defined tropical fruit flavours, briny mineral notes, soft citrus, creamy, long and lush on the palate. The finished wine spent nine months in previous use oak barrels giving the wine roundness and depth. Drink: 2022-2024. 398503 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. August 13, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Casas del Toqui Gran Toqui Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Cachapoal Valley D.O., Chile: Lamole di Lamole Larelae Riserva 2019 Chianti Classico is a certified organic classico produced from 95% Sangiovese and 5% Canaiolo grapes. Dry, medium-plus-bodied and rich on the palate with ripe blueberry, dark plum, dark cherry, it lingers on the palate with a silky and satisfying finish. Drink: 2024-2029. 37751 14% D 750 mL  $26.95 Score: 92/100. August 24, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Erasmo 2015, Maule Valley D.O., Chile: From Viña La Reserva de Caliboro, Erasmo 2015 is an unfiltered red blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and Syrah grapes that have been dry-farmed. Dry, full-bodied, smoky and spicy on the nose with plushy dark plum, earthy florals, cedar brush spice vibrant on the palate. Produced from grapes grown on the banks of the Perquilauquen River in the Maule Valley D.O. Drink: 2022-2025. 311837 14% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. February 18, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Storia Antica Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2020, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Storia Antica Superiore 2020 Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is a great value, dry, full-bodied Veneto red, rich on the nose and palate with ripe dark fruits, cherry, dark chocolate, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours supple and elegant on the palate. Tannins are velvety. "Storia antica" translates to "ancient history" in recognition of the ancient technique of drying grapes prior to their fermentation. Pair it with a beef rib ragu. Drink: 2023-2029. 273672 14% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. January 21, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zenato Valpolicella Superiore 2020, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Zenato 2020 Valpolicella Superiore is great value at $19. Dry, medium-bodied and perfumed with spicy dark cherry, red currant, plum and toasty oak spice fresh on the palate with a hint of chocolate, cola and savoury herbs. The wine is produced mostly from Corvina Veronese with Rondinella and Corvinone grapes in support. Tannins are well-integrated. Founded in 1960, Zenato is one of the most trusted names in all of wine industry. For more than half a century, Zenato has concentrated on making premium wines in Veneto. Drink: 2024-2025. 995704 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. January 6, 2024 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Michele Chiarlo Le Orme Barbera D'asti 2020, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: From the Piedmont wine region, Michele Chiarlo Le Orme 2020 Barbera D'asti is fragrant with pink florals, violets, raspberry, cherry and savoury herb flavours vibrant and juicy on the palate. The wine spent 16 months mellowing and ageing in French oak casks prior to bottling and release. Excellent value at $16, on a wine classified at the DOCG level. Vineyards also form part of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014. Drink: 2022-2027. 265413 13.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Vital Vegetarian Pizza Wine Full Review

Leone de Castris Riserva Salice Salentino 2011, Puglia D.O.C., Italy: Brooding on the nose of this robust Italian red wine with dark fruit, smoke and dark spices. More black fruit follows on a full-bodied palate with some tannic grip and a pleasantly bitter tarry note. Drink: 2012-2018. 597534 13.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 89/100. June 11, 2016 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Vigneti del Salento Zolla Primitivo di Manduria 2017, Italy Drink: 2019-2022. 14% D 750 mL  $32.78. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Zenato Valpolicella Superiore 2018, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Zenato 2018 is a full-bodied Valpolicella Superiore from the Veneto wine region. Produced from mostly Corvina Veronese with Rondinella and Corvinone, look for aromas of ripe dark fruit, smoked meat, dark chocolate and savoury herbs, vibrant and silky on the palate. Founded in 1960, Zenato is one of the most trusted names in all of wine industry. For more than half a century, Zenato has concentrated on making premium wines in Veneto. Drink: 2021-2026. 995704 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. September 30, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Storia Antica Superiore Valpolicella Ripasso 2019, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Storia Antica 2019 Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore is great value under $20. From the Veneto wine region, the wine is dry, full-bodied and rich with ripe dark fruit, dark cherry, cocoa, pepper and toasty oak spice flavours supple on the palate. Tannins are velvety. "Storia antica" translates to "ancient history" in recognition of the ancient technique of drying grapes prior to fermentation. Drink: 2022-2028. 273672 14% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. July 16, 2022 Best Value Red Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Duca Di Saragnano Sir Passo 2017, Tuscany I.G.T., Italy Drink: 2019-2023. 10121 14% M 750 mL  $16.95. September 13, 2019 Full Review

Loveblock Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Savoury and juicy with citrus aromas -- lovely all the way. Racy acidity for racy movies and seafood. Medium-bodied. Drink: 2019-2021. 366310 12.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. May 14, 2019 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review

Palacio Glorioso 2018, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: Palacio Glorioso Reserva 2018 is a rounded and smoky 100% Tempranillo. Full-bodied and smooth with blue florals, plum, red berry, leather, smoky and balsamic notes it is refined and refreshing on the palate. Grapes were sourced from all three of Rioja's sub regions. Bodegas Palacio was founded in 1894 by Don Cosme de Palacio who went on to establish Ribero del Duero’s legendary Vega Sicilia. Enjoy this elegant red through 2029. Drink: 2024-2029. 930164 12.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. September 20, 2024 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Hard Working Wines High on the Hog 2021, Paso Robles, California, United States: Hard Working Wines' High On The Hog 2021 is the second label of McPrice Myers. The wine is dry, full-bodied and a generous blend of 25% Grenache, 25% Zinfandel, 20% Syrah, 14% Petite Sirah, 12% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Mourvèdre. Fresh with dark plum, earthy dark chocolate, coffee and spicy flavours on the palate with a long velvety finish, it is plushy and very approachable now! Enjoy it through 2030. Drink: 2024-2030. 39672 15.20% XD 750 mL  $31.95 Score: 93/100. September 21, 2024 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Roaming Dog Red Blend 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Roaming Dog 2018 is a bright and juicy, full-bodied red blend of 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Malbec, 31% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc aged in a mix of tank and oak barrels for 18 months. Fragrant, fresh and loaded with blackberry, cherry, fine herb, mocha, baking spice flavours and very delicious now. Pour with bison burgers and juicy ribs from the grill. Drink: 2023-2025. 26512 14.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Joel Gott Wines Washington Red Blend 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: Joel Gott Washington 2018 is a dry, full-bodied and concentrated red wine blend of 53% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Syrah, 2% Malbec and 1% Zinfandel sourced from three different appellations in Columbia Valley: the Wahluke Slope, Yakima Valley and Red Mountain, the smallest AVA in the Washington state. The wine was aged in American oak barrels (75% new). Fragrant with blackberry, spiced plum and licorice aromas, on the palate the wine is concentrated with cassis, tart cherry, anise, nutmeg and toasty oak spice with balanced acidity. Tannins are fine and velvety. Enjoy with a roast leg of lamb. Drink: 2023-2026. 488510 13.90% XD 750 mL  $27.95 Score: 91/100. September 23, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Josh Paso Robles Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Paso Robles, California, United States: Josh Cellars Reserve 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is an easy-to-enjoy, supple Cab from a cooler vintage. Look for ripe dark fruits, blackberry, olive, mocha and toasty oak spice flavours on the palate. Tannins are medium and pleasantly grippy. Enjoy with lamb burgers stuffed with Feta cheese Drink: 2023-2026. 412320 13.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 91/100. January 21, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Drumheller Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Columbia Valley, Washington, United States: From the Columbia Valley wine region, Drumheller 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is great value at $20. A full-bodied Cab with vibrant acidity food, ripe dark currant, raspberry, mocha, fine herbs, smoky and spicy on the finish. Enjoy with grilled meats. Grapes for this vintage were sourced from the Wahluke Slopes where grapes enjoy warm sunny days and cool nights giving vibrancy and concentration of flavours in this wine. Pour with a beef brisket. Drink: 2023-2028. 551473 13.70% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 21, 2023 Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Geyser Peak Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California, United States: Geyser Peak 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is a well-priced California Cab at $20. Dry, medium-bodied with smoky dark fruit, ripe plum, chocolate savoury on the palate. Tannins are structured and grippy. Pour with grilled red meats. Drink: 2021-2025. 20789 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. October 15, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Slow Press Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, California, United States: This superb, robust, layered Californian Cabernet sources fruit from three regions: Paso Robles, Lodi and Monterey. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and is then matured in American oak barrels for nine months. Aromas of fleshy ripe blackberries and plums wrapped in smoke. Pair with grilled meats or a juicy steak. Drink: 2020-2025. 15760 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.00 Score: 91/100. October 6, 2023 Top Rated Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Edna Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, Central Coast, California, United States: Edna Valley Vineyard 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied, smoky and spicy Cab from Central Coast, California and excellent value under $22. Rich on the palate with ripe dark cherry, cedar spice, garrigue herbs and flinty, smoky vanilla flavours that linger on. Tannins are velvety. Enjoy with a juicy sirloin steak from the grill. Drink: 2021-2026. 369959 13.80% XD 750 mL  $25.00 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Stave & Steel Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, California, United States: A robust, smooth, tasty Californian red wine made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the Livermore Valley, a cool climate district. The wine is aged in bourbon barrels for four months rather than the oak usually used to age wine from France, Hungary or the US (but not bourbon oak). The bourbon oak staves (panels or strips of wood) impart a maple spice flavour to the wine, much like bourbon itself, with a brown sugar, vanilla toast finish. Aromas of ripe black fruit through the mid-palate. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2019-2023. 541946 13.50% D 750 mL  $21.05 Score: 91/100. November 10, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon 2019, North Coast, California, United States: A full-bodied juicy Cabernet Sauvignon with ripe dark fruit, cocoa, spicy and savoury on the palate. Tannins are velvety. Pour with a roast beef. Drink: 2021-2025. 254458 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. September 3, 2021 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Bread & Butter Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa, California, United States Drink: 2019-2022. 647644 13.50% D 750 mL  $20.00. May 15, 2019 Full Review

Napa Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2017, Napa Valley, California, United States Drink: 2021-2024. 19317 14.50% D 750 mL  $28.95. May 22, 2021 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Ironstone Chardonnay 2019, Lodi, California, United States: Ironstone 2019 is a classic California Chardonnay and amazing value under $18. Fragrant with summer florals, dry, zesty and buttery with ripe apple, peach, vanilla, tropical fruit and toasty oak flavours from oak ageing on the palate. Chill and enjoy with grilled seafood. Drink: 2021-2024. 355776 13.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 90/100. July 23, 2021 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Beaulieu Vineyard Coastal Estates Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, California, United States: Great value for this full-bodied, supple and smooth Cabernet Sauvignon from California. Great for casual gatherings involving pizza or hamburgers. Drink: 2013-2017. 569871 13.50% XD 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. August 15, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

J. Lohr Riverstone Arroyo Seco Monterey Chardonnay 2013, Arroyo Seco, Monterey, California, United States: Buttery delicious, layered, mouth-watering full-bodied, great value. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2013-2018. 258699 13.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 89/100. June 5, 2015 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Ridge Monte Bello 2012, Santa Cruz Mountains, California, United States: Menthol and fleshy voluptuous black fruit on the nose and palate. Super supple and satin smooth and full-bodied. Gorgeous length, depth and concentration yet sheer elegance. Pair with rare filet mignon. Drink: 2015-2020. 209999 13.80% XD 375 mL  $101.95 Score: 92/100. September 5, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review