Esquinas De Argento Pinot Grigio 2013, Argentina: Mouth-watering and tasting with bright lime and lemon notes. Stunningly great price for such a crisp, fresh Argentine white wine. Drink: 2013-2015. 365494 13% XD 750 mL  $11.85 Score: 86/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

La Posta Angel Paulucci Vineyard Malbec 2012, Ugarteche, Mendoza, Argentina: Loaded with toasty oak and black, tarry fruit. Mocha and coffee on the nose of this full-bodied red wine, followed by black plums on the palate and a tannic grip. Decant 1-2 hours. Try it with hamburgers. Drink: 2013-2015. 75515 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.75 Score: 86/100. November 1, 2014 Magnificent Meat Pizza Wine Full Review

Trapiche Reserve Pinot Grigio 2016, Mendoza, Argentina: Fresh and crisp Argentina white wine made from the Pinot Grigio grape, though leaning more to the drier style of Pinot Gris than the fruitier style of Pinot Grigio. Lovely floral notes along with Asian pear and quince. The grapes are grown in a high altitude area of the Mendoza River. Pair with fresh seafood and sushi. Drink: 2016-2018. 507475 13% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 89/100. December 8, 2017 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Layer Cake Shiraz 2013, South Australia, Australia: Mostly liquid oak: mocha, espresso, black tar and more oak. Same company as the Layer Cake Primitivo from Italy in this release. More grandfather stories on the back label. Drink: 2014-2017. 186197 14.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 87/100. November 8, 2014 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Bundeena Bay Vineyard Series Pinot Grigio 2013, Australia: A lovely soft, white floral pinot Grigio with just a deft touch of acidity to keep it interesting. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to light seafood dishes. Drink: 2013-2015. 358978 13% XD 750 mL  $13.70 Score: 86/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Summer Shack Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Australia: Juicy lemon lime brightness. Excellent for the price! Refreshing with lots of mouth-watering acidity. Finishes with zesty citrus notes. Drink: 2013-2015. 358986 12.50% XD 750 mL  $11.95 Score: 87/100. May 15, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Venerated Vegetarian Wine Full Review

Yalumba The Y Series Viognier 2013, South Australia, Australia: Liquid gorgeous! Lovely honeysuckle, lemon-lime, nettle and lychee and baking spice. Perfect for curries and medium-spicy dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 470062 14.10% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 92/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Spectacular Spicy Wine Full Review

Boya Familia Garces Silva Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Leyda Valley, Chile: Grassy good with herbal and lime citrus notes. Medium-bodied with good acidity. Pair with salads and seafood. Drink: 2013-2015. 389726 12.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 87/100. September 5, 2015 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Casas del Bosque Reserva Carmenère 2012, Rapel Valley, Chile: Extraordinary for the money! Wow. Aromas of fleshy back fruit, toasty oak and plush, plush berries. So good. Drink: 2013-2018. 205872 14.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 90/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaine Pré Baron Touraine Sauvignon 2013, Loire A.C., France: Produced by Guy Mardon, Proprietor, this lovely light French Sauvignon Blanc with lemon freshness won a Gold Medal at the 2014 Concours des Vins du Val de Loire. Pair with vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 107128 12% XD 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 88/100. October 15, 2016 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Laroche De La Chevaliere Viognier 2013, Pays d'Oc IGT, France: Smokin for the price. No perceptible sweetness. Truly complex. Delicate white florals and lychee with rose petal and almond on the finish. Classic French Viognier. Perfect for mild to medium curries and spices. Lovely. Drink: 2013-2016. 377622 13% XD 750 mL  $12.70 Score: 88/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish 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

Peter Zemmer Pinot Grigio 2013, Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Fresh and alive like spring white linens blowing in the breeze. This Italian Pinot Grigio is the essence of lime and lemon zest. Mouth-watering and medium-bodied. Peter Zemmer is one of the most respected producers of Pinot Grigio whose benchmark home is in the northern region of the country in cool-climate vineyards. This winery is tough on their yields and sorting, which results in remarkably flavourful wines. The wine also experiences a slow, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats to preserve freshness. Pair with shellfish or seafood. Drink: 2013-2015. 95802 13.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Roggiano Morellino Di Scansano 2012, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Rustic, robust, juicy and delicious! Amazing for the price. Perfect for pizza or lasagna. Bring it (to my house). Drink: 2014-2018. 946954 13.50% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Tavernello Collezione Sauvignon, Friuli Grave D.O.C., Italy: A very pleasant Sauvignon Blanc from northern Italy. Zesty, clean and fresh with lime, citrus lift. Perfectly balanced acidity for seafood and quiche. Not vintage dated. Great value. Drink: 2013-2015. 361477 12% XD 750 mL  $12.75 Score: 84/100. October 16, 2014 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Concilio Pinot Grigio 2013, Trentino D.O.C., Italy: Fresh and clean with classic Pinot Grigio clean lines of lime, lemon and grapefruit, no oak. Perfect as an aperitif or seafood match. Drink: 2013-2015. 637595 13.50% XD 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 86/100. October 16, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

La Chiara Gavi Di Gavi 2013, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Clean and crisp with lots of refreshing acidity. No apparent oak. Pair with shellfish such as oysters and clams. Drink: 2013-2016. 383612 12.50% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 88/100. October 11, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Ramitello Di Majo Norante 2011, Biferno Rosso, Molise, Italy: Big and rich Italian red wine with generous layers of dark plums and smoke notes and mocha. Terrific price! Good aging potential but also ready to enjoy tonight with pizza. This medium-bodied blend of 80% Montepulciano and 20% Aglianico grapes offers lots of depth of flavour in the glass. Mouth-watering and perfect for ribeye steak. VERY nice! Drink: 2013-2017. 973214 13.50% XD 750 mL  $21.75 Score: 90/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Cerasuolo D'abruzzo Rose - Il Feuduccio, Italy  13.50%  750 mL  $33.62. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Sicilia Nero D'avola - Le Casematte, Italy  14%  750 mL  $24.02. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Toscana - Tenuta Fanti Sassomagno, Italy  13.50%  750 mL  $29.66. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Wither Hills Wairau Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Wairau Valley, Marlborough, New Zealand: The grapes are also sourced from New Zealand's South Island. Grassy and herbal kiwi Sauvignon Blanc, with quivering lime vibrancy. Pure, fresh, with no oak. Bring me a mega big salad or a spinach quiche ... quickly! A racy finish with a lick of citrus zest. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2015. 919514 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 91/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Oyster Bay Merlot 2012, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Balanced merlot with attractive black plum notes and lots of toasty oak. Lively and vibrant, but not over-the-top, like the perfect dinner guest. Smooth and full-bodied with a long finish. Great price. Try this with grilled pork chops. Drink: 2013-2016. 692343 13% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 89/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Pella The Vanilla Chenin Blanc 2012, Stellenbosch W.O., South Africa: A benign, soft-spoken wine with gentle aromas of white melon. No big acidity or oak or tannin. Nice sipper. Nicer price. Drink: 2013-2015. 389619 12.50% XD 750 mL  $14.95 Score: 87/100. October 11, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Voluptuous Veal Wine Full Review

Fairview Shiraz 2011, Coastal Region, Paarl W.O., South Africa: Smoky and savoury with cigar box and dried tobacco leaves along with blackcurrant and cassis. Robust, smooth and complex. Very well made. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2013-2017. 626358 14% D 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 89/100. October 25, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Menade Verdejo 2013, Rueda D.O., Spain: Clean, crisp and green with a fresh lime lift. Great aperitif. Also pair with field greens or spinach quiche. Drink: 2013-2015. 922798 13% XD 750 mL  $19.80 Score: 88/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Menguante Selección Garnacha 2008, Cariñena D.O.P., Spain: Fresh, aromatic nose of purple plums and blueberries. Darker on the palate with acidity and some sour fruit. Full-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2014-2018. 313833 14% XD 750 mL  $16.95 Score: 88/100. November 8, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

Château St. Jean Treasury Wine Estates Fumé Blanc 2012, Sonoma County, California, United States: Soft like evening twilight with yellow shafts of sunlight and peach flavour. Not loads of acidity: smoky but not buttery like chardonnay. Drink: 2013-2017. 537639 13.60% D 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 90/100. November 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review