Candor Lot 6 Zinfandel, Paso Robles, California: Full-bodied Zin for those who like rich dark chocolate and fleshy black fruit aromas and flavours without the big tannins. This baby is smooth and supple. Produced by Hope Family Wines, this LOT 6 Californian Zinfandel is not vintage-dated. Espresso and mocha on the palate from lavish oak aging. Finishes with some spice. Pair it with sweet baby back ribs. Drink: 2014-2017. 133389 14.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 88/100. July 11, 2015 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Famiglia Bianchi Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Absolutely phenomenal for the price! Here’s your summer party wine by the case. Juicy blackberry liqueur rich aromas and flavours. Full-bodied and ultra-smooth. Pair with barbecued meats and late-night conversations. Drink: 2013-2017. 677559 14.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Alamos The Wines Of Catena Chardonnay 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: A rich, full-bodied, balanced Argentine Chardonnay. Great taste and quality for this price point. Aromas of green apple, toasty oak (but not too much) and baked bread. Pair with roasted chicken. Drink: 2014-2017. 801571 13.50% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 89/100. May 20, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Dominio Del Plata Crios 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Mocha, coffee, espresso on the nose of this limited edition Argentine red wine. Crios means offspring, a reference to the winemaker's children and her wines. Polished tannins and black fruit and spice on the finish. Pair with beef tenderloin. Drink: 2013-2017. 366146 13.90% D 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Kaiken Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: A stunning quality and taste for this price point! Rich and full-bodied with lip-smacking delicious black fruit aromas and just enough toasty oak. Vibrant and alive. Drink: 2012-2015. 143248 14% XD 750 mL  $16.25 Score: 89/100. May 12, 2012 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Trapiche Pure Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Love the cedar brush, savoury notes on the top of this wine followed by fleshy black fruit. Terrific balance and complexity, especially at this price. Full-bodied, smooth and a real party pleaser. Wow. Drink: 2013-2018. 370924 14% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. February 1, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Alamos Seleccion Malbec 2012, Mendoza, Argentina: A robust red with great depth and complexity at an excellent price point. The grapes for this red are grown in the San Carlos region in the Uco Valley. Syrah add so much character to this blend with fleshy blackberries and cherries. It's full-bodied, balanced and smooth. Perfect for grilled meats and hard cheeses. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2017. 322800 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 25, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Alamos Malbec 2013, Mendoza, Argentina: Oustanding value from this Argentine red wine made from the country's iconic Malbec grape. Smoky with black fruit. Pair with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2016. 295139 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 88/100. May 20, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Zuccardi Serie A Bonarda 2012, Santa Rosa, Mendoza, Argentina: The Bonarda grape may be lesser known than Malbec in Argentina, but it produces terrific full-bodied red wines for the money. Blackberry, toasty oak and dark chocolate fill out the nose here. Zuccardi is a leading producer in Argentina. This voluptuous, mouth-filling red wine features flavours of black pepper and blackcurrant on the finish. Perfect for grilled pork chops. Drink: 2014-2018. 355560 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Norton Reserva Malbec 2011, Mendoza, Argentina: Juicy and full-bodied with blackberry and black currant aromas wrapped up in some toasty oak, mocha and dark chocolate. Good acidity. Rich dark red hue with violet accents in the glass. Try it with a combination pizza or roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 17061 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.00 Score: 89/100. May 2, 2015 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Strapper Gsm 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: Full-bodied, lusciously rich and deep with a terrific long finish. Aromas of fleshy sweet dark fruit, a hint of pepper and savoury goodness. Mouth-watering and delicious. Dense, complex and concentrated with black fruit, anise, violets and spices. Amazing quality for the price. Terrific with grilled pork shops, beef or lamb with rosemary. Drink: 2013-2019. 295873 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. May 16, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Thorn-Clarke Brut Reserve, Eden Valley, South Australia, Australia: Lemon green apple brightness in this terrific Australian sparkling wine. Perfect for fried chicken and potato chips. Excellent price. Drink: 2014-2017. 280925 12.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 4, 2015 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

De Bortoli Wines - Yarra Valley Noble One Botrytis Semillon 2011, Riverina, New South Wale, Australia: This is a divine dessert wine! Australian dessert wines are often referred to as "stickies" however, there's nothing cloying about this wine and the only aspect that stickie is the memory of its taste. A lusciously layered dessert wine with rich aromas and flavours of honeyed apricot and peach preserves. Lovely nose of orange blossom, honey wax and white flowers. Terrifically concentrated sweetness at 231 grams per liter of residual sugar. Triple yum! Drink: 2013-2020. 917252 10% S 375 mL  $31.95 Score: 94/100. November 8, 2014 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

3 Rings Shiraz 2012, Barossa Valley, South Australia, Australia: This robust red is packed with notions of black plums, blackberries and smoke. Full-bodied but not heavy: deliciously balanced Australian red wine. Great price. Lots of smoky, toasty oak with black charred plums. Try it with meat lovers' pizza tonight. Yes please! Drink: 2013-2017. 15495 13.50% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 92/100. February 21, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Schild Estate Gms Grenache Mourvèdre Shiraz 2012, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Oh yum. Comfort me with mourvèdre and other old bush vine grapes. Rich, complex and deep Australian red wine: exactly what you want in a partner (and in a wine). Full-bodied and smooth and inviting. The Schild family has been in the Barossa Valley for more than 60 years. Lots of complexity, depth and vibrancy in this richly rewarding wine. This is a blend of 45% Grenache, 28% Mourvèdre and 27% Shiraz grapes. Pair with brisket. Drink: 2013-2018. 108183 14.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. February 21, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Banrock Station Pink Constellation Wines Moscato Rosé 2010, Australia: Delightful fleshy sweet strawberries with a light effervecence. Perfect aperitif for a summer's day, or even a light after-dinner drink, with or with some fresh fruit or berries. Lovely. Drink: 2010-2012. 170134 5.50% MD 750 mL  $10.95 Score: 87/100. July 6, 2011 Full Review

Stella Bella Skuttlebutt Cabernet Shiraz 2011, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: This Australian blend of Cabernet and Shiraz is a real palate-grabber! Fleshy black plum, minty aromas in this red wine wonder. Walk down this tunnel of sensory pleasure ... brush your taste buds against the walls of caressing black fruit flavour. Smooth, deep, rich. This is definitely a Margaret River Shiraz Cabernet is worth trying, not just for the cool climate nuances but also for the rich layers of black fruit and dark spice. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2014-2018. 58131 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

J & J Vineyards Rivers Lane Reserve Shiraz 2011, Mclaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: Savoury and juicy with big black concentrated dark fruit flavours, smoke, tar and oak. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2014-2018. 412197 14% XD 750 mL  $33.95 Score: 90/100. August 22, 2015 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Jacob's Creek Double Barrel Shiraz 2013, South Australia, Australia Drink: 2013-2018. 419986 14% MD 750 mL  $19.95. January 1, 2016 Full Review

Gehringer Brothers Classic Riesling 2014, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: Lemongrass and wet stone: very pretty white florals and mouth-watering acidity. Aromas of peach blossom and dry honey. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2016-2021. 171488 13.30% M 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. May 14, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Vinyasa 2014, Canada: Floral with honeydew and apple blossom aromas and some sweet peach notes on the palate of this light-bodied white wine from Niagara. Drink: 2014-2016. 379131 9.50% M 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 85/100. June 9, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Tawse Winery Inc. Spark Limestone Ridge Riesling 2013, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Bright and zesty with lime-alive aromas and toasty bread. Great value and quality for the price of this Ontario sparkling wine. Finishes with a lick lemon zest. This Niagara bubbly is made from Riesling from the winery's Limestone Ridge Estate Vineyard. This is a great gift wine or pair it with shellfish. Drink: 2014-2017. 370361 12% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. December 12, 2015 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Featherstone Winery Select Late Harvest Cabernet Franc 2008, Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Lovely cinnamon-sprinkled apple pie with sweet fleshy strawberries. Such a playfully fun, tasty wine… surprise yourself Drink: 2010-2015. 210757 11.50% S 375 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. November 6, 2010 Full Review

Featherstone Winery Gewürztraminer 2012, V.Q.A., Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Lovely lychee and rose petal with spices on the finish. Superb craftsmanship. Medium-bodied. Perfect for Asian dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 64592 12% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. April 27, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Tawse Winery Inc. Quarry Road Pinot Noir 2010, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada: Savoury notes with wild dark cherry on the nose as well as woodland violets (not to be confused with open field violets ;) Smooth and medium- to full-bodied with a long finish. The grapes for this luscious Pinot Noir come from the Quarry Road Vineyard. It has an Old World soul with New World energy. A lovely, long finish. Drink: 2012-2016. 307686 13% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 92/100. December 31, 2012 Outstanding Organic Wine Full Review

Henry of Pelham Riesling 2012, Short Hills Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Off-dry but not cloying or sweet, like fresh ripe peach. Melon and sunshine loveliness. Soft and light-bodied. Perfect aperitif. Drink: 2013-2018. 557165 11.50% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. April 2, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Megalomaniac Wines Narcissist Riesling 2011, Vqa, Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Lovely Riesling with lime blossom, lemon zest and green apple goodness. Mouth-watering and juicy with laser focus. Medium-bodied. Great aperitif and food companion. Drink: 2011-2015. 67587 10.90% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. July 30, 2012 Full Review

Southbrook Vineyards Connect White 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: A soft, pretty, floral Niagara white wine, and the bonus is that the grapes are farmed organically. Light- to medium-bodied. Works well as an aperitif or companion to fresh seafood and salads. Drink: 2013-2016. 249078 9.60% MD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. April 1, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Southbrook Vineyards Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario VQA, Canada: Juicy and savoury, yet with a deliciously attractive note of fleshy sweet blackberry on the nose and palate. This full-bodied, dry red wine is Ontario's leading organic and biodynamic winery hands down. Beautifully supple and rich with a long finish. Pair with a rare juicy steak from grass fed cattle. Drink: 2014-2019. 193573 12.60% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. September 15, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Vineland Estates Winery Elevation St. Urban Vineyard Riesling 2012, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely expression of Niagara Riesling with seductive replays of flavour across the palate: think fresh peach, pear and some mouth-watering lime zest. Drink: 2013-2019. 38117 9% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. April 15, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

13th Street Winery Pink Palette Rosé 2014, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A robust Niagara rosé with aromas of rhubarb and cranberry on the nose that follow through on the dry, mouth-watering palate. Good acidity for food. Finishes with pink grapefruit and clementine. Pair this wine with lightly spiced or curried dishes. Drink: 2014-2016. 275834 12% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. May 2, 2015 Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

G. Marquis The Silver Line Pinot Noir 2013, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario VQA, Canada: Sweet cherry notes and field berries on the nose and palate of this ultra supple, satin smooth, medium-bodied red wine. Good value for pinot noir, which tends to be more expensive than other red wines because it's difficult to make. Pair with planked salmon. Drink: 2013-2017. 258673 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. May 20, 2015 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Errazuriz Estate Series Pinot Noir 2013, Aconcagua Valley, Chile: An incredible Pinot Noir for the money! Wow, they usually call Pinot Noir the heartbreak grape because it's difficult to grow and therefore more costly to buy. This is no heartache though for your wallet. Lovely black cherry aromas on the nose and palate. Almost full-bodied, satin smooth and rich. Pair with grilled seafood. Drink: 2013-2016. 226696 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Cono Sur Sparkling Pinot Noir Rosé, Bio Bio Valley, Chile: Very nice bubbly for the price. Aromas of field strawberries, yet dry and toasty. Cono Sur delivers value in all of their wines. 365205 12.50% D 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 86/100. December 3, 2015 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Santa Alicia Reserva Carmenere 2013, Maipo Valley, Chile: An amazing wine for the money! Full-bodied, supple, smooth and gorgeously textured. This is an ideal party wine, and companion to many hearty meat dishes. The tannins are so smooth that you can also enjoy it with drier meat dishes like turkey. Aromas of fleshy black plum and blackberry. Drink: 2015-2017. 309302 14% XD 750 mL  $13.25 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Tarapaca Gran Reserva Pinot Noir 2013, Leyda Valley, Chile: Cherry-berry fleshy ripe sweetness o the nose and palate. Round, supple and almost full-bodied. Pair with grilled seafood. Drink: 2013-2017. 404210 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Château De Cenac Cuvée Prestige Malbec 2010, Cahors, Southwest A.C., France: Delicious, savoury, meaty, smoky and wonderful for the price. This full-bodied southern French red wine is a terrific candidate for parties, not just for taste but also it's only 13% alcohol. Drink: 2013-2017. 414532 13% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. July 11, 2015 Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Château De Sérame Réserve Du Château Corbières Syrah Carignan Grenache 2010, Midi A.C., France: A full-bodied tasty southern French red wine blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan grapes. Great wines for parties as it's a palate pleaser at a nice price. The vines are panted very warm, arid conditions which makes them struggle for nutrients and water and thus results in deeply concentrated, flavourful wines. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2012-2017. 175216 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Alsace Willm Gewürztraminer Reserve 2012, Alscae, France: Rich and viscous with apricot preserves and honeysuckle loveliness. Drink: 2013-2016. 269852 12.50% MD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 91/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Domaine Barville Brotte 2010, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: The strong 2010 vintage Châteauneuf du Pape shows in the glass of this Domaine Barville. Full-bodied, layered and complex with black fruit and toasty oak. Drink: 2015-2020. 148841 14.50% XD 750 mL  $50.25 Score: 93/100. July 19, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Domaine De Terrebrune De Loire Rosé 2013, Loire A.C., France: Lovely sour cherry aromas and flavours on this bone-dry, mouth-watering rose. Love this style: vibrant, zippy with lots of acidity for food, from fresh fish to salads and vegetarian dishes. Finishes with cranberry and tart red currant. Drink: 2013-2015. 12% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 16, 2014 Best Value Rosé Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Nicolas Feuillatte Rose Brut Champagne, Champagne, France: Love it! Fresh Field strawberries and a toasty goodness. Rose bubbly is sooooo much more fun than regular. Drink: 2012-2015. 267039 12% XD 750 mL  $55.15 Score: 92/100. November 20, 2012 Full Review

Veuve Clicquot Non-Vintage Brut Champagne, Champagne A.C., France: This classic, well-known Champagne is a traditional blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. Lime zest, green apple and freshly baked bread aromas on the nose, with a terrific persistence of bubbles on the palate. Try the ultra-shabby chic combo here between French Champagne and a bucket of KFC chicken. Why wait for New Year’s or a wedding before you pop open bubbly when it’s so tasty? The bonus is that it’s just about the best partner for fried food on the planet: it’s mouth-watering acidity and bubbles wash away the fat, making you want more of course. 563338 12% D 750 mL  $79.95 Score: 92/100. December 17, 2021 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

José Dhondt Brut Champagne Blanc De Blancs, A.C., Champagne, France: Fresh, vibrant, creamy and lovely. White peach, green apple and toasty. Drink: 2013-2016. 358408 12.50% XD 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 91/100. December 7, 2013 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Domaine Chante Cigale Tradition 2010, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhone, France: This spectacular red wine is a brilliant blend of 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre, and 5% Cinsault grapes. It offers both Old World charm and New World concentration and depth of fruit. It reminds me of ancient monastery where the monks illuminate manuscripts: that smoky, earthy kind of aroma tinged with black fruit. Extraordinary… take your mouth on an adventure. Drink: 2012-2020. 194993 14% D 750 mL  $42.25 Score: 94/100. December 7, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château La Tour De L'évêque Régine Sumeire, Prop.-Récolt. Rosé 2012, A.C., Provence, France: Peppered strawberries on a sun-dapped field in June. Medium-bodied, crisp and dry. Staggeringly great aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2013-2014. 319392 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 11, 2013 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Domaine Du Bois Bruley Sèvre Et Maine Chéreau-Carré Muscadet 2011, A.C., Loire, France  344911 12% XD 750 mL  $17.95. August 31, 2012 Full Review

Pisse-Dru Gamay 2008, Beaujolais, Burgundy, France  2881 12%  750 mL  $11.95. July 23, 2008 Full Review

Louis Roederer Brut Premier Champagne, Champagne, France: Astoundingly great Champagne, toasty, creamy and rich like a wealthy low-maintenance boyfriend. The best non-vintage champagne in the liquor store -- none other can compete with this quality. From the makers of Cristal (see rap songs). Drink: 2014-2018. 268771 12% XD 750 mL  $68.95 Score: 92/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Château d'Aquéria Tavel Rosé 2011, Rhône A.C. Tavel, France: The rose I drink for personal pleasure and stock up every year. Bone-dry, complex with field berry notes and a long, dry finish. Drink: 2012-2014. 319368 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 93/100. May 12, 2012 Top Rated Rosé. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

La Griffe Bernard Chéreau Sèvre & Maine Muscadet 2013, Loire A.C., France: This Loire AC wine from Chéreau-Carré is joyously alive with mouth-watering acidity and lovely interplays of lime blossom, tangy orange zest and an apple bite. A consistently great producer of this style of white wine made from the Muscadet grape. Try it with clams or oysters. Drink: 2013-2017. 948182 12% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 89/100. February 21, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Domaine du Grapillon d'Or 1806 Gigondas 2017, Rhône A.C., France: This is black liquid velvet; so tantalizing to the tongue and senses. Gigondas is my go-to region on a restaurant list. There are 35 acres planted for this wine that produces 50,000 bottles a year. The average age of the vines is 40 years, which imparts incredible depth and complexity of flavour in the wine. The grape are hand-picked and selected. Bursting with aromas and flavours of fleshy dark fruit, dark spices, dried herbs and garrigue. This wine is unfiltered. Pair with prime rib. Drink: 2019-2026. 981787 14.50% XD 750 mL  $36.95 Score: 94/100. February 21, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Château De Vaudieu 2012, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: Black, brooding, rich and deep: this is a huge French red wine. Aromas of blackened berries and plums and charred toasty oak. Pair with a brontosaurus burger. Drink: 2015-2022. 164871 15% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 92/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

E. Guigal Rosé 2014, Côtes Du Rhône A.C., France: Rich strawberry and raspberry fleshy fruit, yet bone dry. Refreshing, delicious and I want more .... now. Good mouth-watering action as an aperitif or with seafood. Amazingly great price. Drink: 2014-2016. 225003 13.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Brotte Les Eglantiers Tavel 2014, Rhône A.C., France: Lovely, aromatic, red florals and garrigue. Wild tart berries and sun-swept happiness. You'd never guess this was 14% alcohol: tastes light-medium, carefree and refreshing. Pair with grilled seafood. Drink: 2014-2016. 654970 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review

Caves D'esclans Whispering Angel Rosé 2014, Côtes De Provence A.C., France: Lovely pretty in pink French rosé with bone dry mouth-watering acidity. Aromas of field strawberries. Surprisingly robust for Provence which tends to be very light. Good balancing acidity and dry finish. Perfect for planked salmon. Drink: 2014-2016. 325076 13.50% XD 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. March 7, 2016 Top Rated Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine Le Grand Retour Plan De Dieu 2012, Côtes Du Rhône-Villages A.C., France: Tasty, full-bodied and delicious! Superb value: staggeringly great for the price. Aromas of cedar, black fruit, smoke and juicy black cherry. From the L'excellence series of Aubert Frères, Proprietor-Récolt, this robust French red wine previously has won a Gold medal at the Concours Général Agricole wine competition. This wine is a blend of 75% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah grapes. This, my friends, is your party wine. It'll dance with anything on the grill. Drink: 2013-2017. 224592 14.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. April 18, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Mas de Boislauzon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2011, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: Black cherry and blackberry liqueur with black fleshy plum preserves. Huge, towering, blockbuster French red wine. Wowzers! Drink: 2015-2023. 244269 15% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. April 18, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Bosquet des Papes Cuvée Tradition 2012, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône A.C., France: Produced by Maurice Et Nicolas Boiron, Prop.-Récolt., this generous and full-bodied Italian red wine offers attractive aromas of dark cherry, berry and spice-infused smoke. Red wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape are blends of up to 13 grapes, the dominant one being Grenache, then Cinsault, Mourvèdre and Syrah. There is also lesser-known red grapes such as Terret Noir, Muscardin and Counoise as well as white grapes like Clairette Blanche, Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Picardan, Roussanne and Picpoul permitted in the blend, though white grapes are increasingly rarely used, given the preference for the heft and depth that red grapes offer. Try this AC-appellation wine with a hearty meat dish tonight. This Amarone was bottled on March 2014. Drink: 2015-2023. 726687 14.50% XD 750 mL  $58.95 Score: 93/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium Graacher Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett 2012, Prädikatswein Mosel, Germany: Gorgeously flavourful and rich, but not heavy. This medium sweet German Riesling offers lovely aromas of fresh apricot and fleshy peach. Enjoy with a fruit-based dessert like a cobbler, crumble or flan. Drink: 2013-2021. 411249 9% MS 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

C.H. Berres Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett 2012, Prädikatswein Mosel, Germany: A lovely, floral lifted German Riesling with honeydew and apple blossom notes. Pair with a fruit flan. Drink: 2013-2021. 207274 9% MS 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. May 2, 2015 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Ruppertsberger Linsenbusch Gewürztraminer Spätlese 2014, Prädikatswein Pfalz, Germany  320473 10% MS 750 mL  $17.95. May 1, 2015 Full Review

Limnos Wines Muscat De Limnos 2014, A.P., Greece: Fantastic value for this lovely apricot-rich dessert wine! Not heavy or cloying, this lovely offers up ultra-ripe peaches and pear preserves. Enjoy with crème brûlée or fruit cobblers. Drink: 2015-2019. 61119 15.30% MS 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 89/100. October 24, 2015 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Morando Moscato D'asti 2014, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Gorgeous aromas and flavours of clementine with orange zest sweetness. Perfect after dinner drink on it's own or with cheeses and nuts. Drink: 2014-2016. 420844 5.50% MS 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 91/100. July 25, 2015 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Ruffino Lumina Pinot Grigio 2014, Venezie I.G.T., Italy: An extraordinary fresh Italian white wine, especially for this price. Wow. Vibrant aromas of lemon zest, green apples and lime-citrus. Racy, mouth-watering acidity for salads and vegetarian dishes. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2017. 589101 12% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 90/100. October 31, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

The Wanted Zin Zinfandel 2013, Puglia Igt, Italy: Very sweet cherry on the nose and palate, almost syrupy jam on the palate. Black raspberry jam. Smooth. Aged in American oak which may be imparting more sweetness and coconut flavours. Pair with dessert. Drink: 2015-2017. 416487 14.50% M 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 83/100. October 26, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Saracco Moscato D'asti 2014, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Fresh honeysuckle and apple blossom in this lovely, lovely, low alcohol, slightly fizzy dessert wine. Beautiful. Try it with biscotti, fruit flan or on its own. Drink: 2014-2016. 106385 5.50% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. November 28, 2015 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Ascheri Moscato D'asti 2014, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Lovely aromas of orange blossom, peach and honeydew. Sweetness is tempered nicely by the acidity and slight fizz on the tongue. Pair with angel cake. Drink: 2014-2017. 576768 5.10% S 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. February 20, 2016 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Vietti Moscato D'asti 2014, Piedmont D.O.P., Italy: Apple blossom with apricot preserves and sun-dappled apple pie cooling on an open country farm kitchen window. Try this for pure pleasure. Drink: 2015-2018. 441253 5% S 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. March 7, 2016 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Cusumano Syrah 2013, Sicily, Italy: Extraordinary value for the money in this southern Italian red wine. Syrah delivers a velvet mouth texture and lots of fleshy ripe dark plum flavours. Perfect for roast beef. Drink: 2013-2016. 145490 14.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. February 6, 2015 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Carpenè Malvolti Cuvée Brut Conegliano Prosecco Valdobbiadene Superiore, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Terrific toasty, rich, dry bubbly at a steal of a deal price. Goodness, stock up for your next party or all of the weddings in your future. Drink: 2017-2024. 727438 12% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. February 9, 2017 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Borgo Maragliano La Caliera Moscato D'asti 2013, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: This medium sweet, lightly sparkling Italian bubbly is a wonderful treat before or after dinner. Drink: 2013-2016. 401034 5.50% MS 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 88/100. February 7, 2015 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Ascheri Moscato D'asti 2010, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Vintages Wine Panel: Moscato d’Asti is aromatically intense and slightly sweet, making it a terrific wine to sip at the end of a fine dinner, or during the pleasant idle-chat-and-sipping moments as a meal winds slowly to a close. It has a slight frizzante sparkle, giving it a lovely refreshing quality that means it is also a fine palate-refresher with, or instead of, the sorbet between courses. As a plus for the responsible host, it is also delightfully low in alcohol (5.5% alc./vol.). My note: Supreme… I want to wear a sandwich board and let people know about this type of wine… well, almost. Orange zest, peach fuzz nuzzle, some spritz and a lot of laughter. Slight sweetness, don’t be afraid, you’ll like it. Drink: 2011-2013. 576768 5.10% M 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. August 20, 2011 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Full Review

Distilleria Bottega Il Vino Dell'amore Petalo Moscato Sparkling, Veneto, Italy: Light and fun with some summery sweetness. Notes of rose petals and field raspberries. Drink: 2011-2012. 588780 6.50% MD 750 mL  $13.40 Score: 85/100. March 28, 2011 Full Review

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Chianti Rufina 2010, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: A dry, full-bodied, mouth-watering Italian red wine from the heart of Tuscany. Aromas of tart cherry, earth and sun-dried tomatoes. Made from the iconic Sangiovese grape, this wine is a perfect pairing for pasta in tomato sauce or pizza. Drink: 2013-2018. 107276 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 90/100. April 15, 2015 Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review

Eradus Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Awatere Valley, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Fantastic sauvignon blanc, especially at this price! Fresh and crisp, not too herbal, with terrific lime and citrus brightness. Year after year, I love this zesty white wine from New Zealand! A lovely lime lift on the finish that's ultra-refreshing. Medium-bodied and crisp. Perfect for salads and shellfish. Try it with vegetarian pizza and creamy cheeses. Racy Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc. Eradus continues a successful run with Sauvignon Blanc. Drink: 2013-2016. 225557 13.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. February 7, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Nobilo Regional Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Marlborough, New Zealand: Absolutely fantastic, especially for the price! Crisp and clean with lime and herbal brightness. Mouth-watering for spinach quiche or fresh shellfish. Superb value. Drink: 2014-2016. 415745 12.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. June 5, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Waimea Estates Classic Riesling 2014, Nelson, South Island, New Zealand: Here's what New Zealand Riesling is all about: depth of flavour, laser focus, yet incredibly elegant. Notes of white stone fruit from start to finish. Drink: 2014-2019. 408666 12% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Morgadio Da Torre Alvarinho 2013, Monção E Melgaço, Vinho Verde D.O.C., Portugal: This Vinho Verde is a crisp white wine from Sogrape Vinhos that is green melon fresh and mouth-watering: loaded with personality. Great aperitif or companion to shellfish. This lively white really highlights the refreshing nature of the Alvarinho grape, which is known in Spain as Albariño. Vibrant notes of lime-citrus course through the glass with a lovely silver seam of acidity to keep things interesting, especially with seafood. Finishes with stonefruit and white grapefruit notes. Terrific minerality. Drink: 2013-2016. 960955 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 89/100. February 21, 2015 Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2008, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: Liquid gorgeous! Accessible far earlier than vintage port. Dow's is owned by the famous Symington family , the vice regals of port otherwise known as Symington Family Estates. Perfect as a dessert on its own or with Black Forest cake. Drink: 2013-2020. 613927 19% S 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. May 24, 2014 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Aveleda Vinho Verde 2008, Vinho Verde, Portugal  89995 11.50%  750 mL  $15.95. July 18, 2008 Full Review

KWV Brut Méthode Cap Classique Kwv Sparkling White 2014, Western Cape W.O., South Africa: A pleasant, remarkably well-priced bubbly with toasty peach fruit goodness. Great for parties. This W.O. sparkling wine offers great refreshment with a lemon crisp finish. Made by KWV using the Méthode Cap Classique. Try it with shellfish. Drink: 2015-2018. 296426 13.50% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. March 21, 2015 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Fantastic Fried Chicken Wine Full Review

Simonsig Chenin Avec Chêne Chenin Blanc 2012, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: South African Chenin Blanc is probably the world's most under-rated white wine. You MUST try this! Rock your world with apple blossom, peach forgetfulness and pleasure beyond limits. Full-bodied. Dive into it. Pair with pork tenderloin. Drink: 2013-2017. 282772 14% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 90/100. February 7, 2015 Top Rated White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review

Sangre De Toro Miguel Torres Rosé 2014, Catalunya D.O., Spain: Very robust Spanish rosé with aromas dark raspberries and field berries. Nicely balanced, great quaffing wine. Pair with cold cuts and charcuterie , Spanish tapas style with Serrano ham and almonds. Drink: 2014-2016. 13.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 89/100. May 2, 2015 Best Value Rosé Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Juvé & Camps Cinta Purpura Reserva Brut Cava 2011, Cava D.O., Spain: A zesty, vibrant, well-priced Spanish sparkling wine made using the traditional Champagne method of the second fermentation in the bottle. This Cavais perfect for your summer gatherings and celebrations. Drink: 2014-2017. 352864 12% D 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Gramona Sparkling Wine Iii Lustros Gran Reserva Brut Nature Cava 2006, Cava D.O., Spain: Toasty, muscular, shows its age in a good way with matured aromas rather than fresh ones. Toasted nut and golden apple baked. Drink: 2014-2017. 413963 12% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 90/100. July 11, 2015 Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Torres Floralis Oro Moscatel, Spain: Simply stunning dessert wine: wow! Apricot spiced preserves, clementine dust, honey dipped peach. Perfect for crème brûlée and hard cheeses. Drink: 2014-2018. 642173 15% S 500 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. July 11, 2015 Best Value Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Segura Viudas Heredad Reserva Brut Cava, Penedès D.O., Spain: Here's your sparkling wine for the summer (and year round)! Terrific value in this well-made, toasty and refreshing bubbly from Spain that's a third of the price of Champagne. Segura is one of the most respected producers of Cava, the Spanish name for sparkling wine. Terrific earthy aromas mingle with toasted almond and some green apple. Great aperitif or try it with roast turkey, fried chicken, or yes, even potato chips. Elegant, layered, refreshing. Drink: 2023-2025. 558825 12% D 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. December 16, 2023 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review

Heretat Mont-Rubi Durona Tinto 2004, Vino De Mesa, Spain: Velvety and savoury with intriguing aromas of black plum, spice, cedar brush, dried tobacco. Incredible vibrancy and life for the 2004 vintage. Pair with lamb and rosemary. Drink: 2014-2018. 143255 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. July 11, 2015 Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Columbia Crest H3 Merlot 2012, Horse Heaven Hills, Washington State, United States: Here's a stellar Washington State wine for your grilled meat. Rich and complex with black fruit fleshy aromas and some espresso on the nose and palate. Chalky dry with a tannic grip. Finishes with cigar box and dried herbs. Pair with prime rib or brisket. Decant 1 hour. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2017. 209874 14.50% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 90/100. January 10, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Clos du Bois North Coast Chardonnay 2013, North Coast, California, United States: An elegant, balanced, classic Californian chardonnay with signature aromas of butterscotch, golden apple, peach and vanilla smoke. Lovely body and texture. Pair this white wine with roast chicken. Drink: 2015-2018. 400549 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. October 25, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Conundrum White 2012, Mendocino, California, United States: Gloriously floral and aromatic white wine from California. The blend of many white grapes changes each year but the signature remains the same. Medium-bodied and perfect for Asian dishes. Drink: 2014-2017. 694653 14% XD 750 mL  $24.99 Score: 91/100. June 18, 2014 Full Review

Charles Smith Kung Fu Girl Riesling 2013, Evergreen Vineyard, Columbia Valley, Washington State, United States Drink: 2012-2018. 394759 12% M 750 mL  $18.95. April 15, 2015 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review