ZORZAL TERROIR ÚNICO MALBEC 2011 2011, Mendoza, Argentina  339788 13.80% XD 750 mL  $17.95. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Kaiken Icon Malbec 2007, Mendoza, Argentina: This as yet unnamed flagship wine for Kaiken is breath-taking in it's scope and depth. It's made by blending Malbec grapes from different vineyards that the estate owns. Classic, deep, rich and redolent of dark fruit and smoke. A wine for collectors. 14% XD 750 mL Score: 95/100. June 12, 2009 Full Review

Elderton Friends Shiraz 2011, Barossa, South Australia, Australia: Incredible concentration, depth and power for the price. Big blackberries and blackcurrants in a lovely weave of full-bodied weight and velvet texture. Be the hero of the evening with this robust wonder from the prestigious Barossa region. Liquid opulence. Drink: 2012-2015. 660480 14% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. October 11, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

San Pedro 1865 Carmenere 2011, Maule Valley, Chile: Wow, this single vineyard Carmenere rocks! Carmenere is arguably the flagship red wine of Chile. It has it all: concentrated, rich black fruit flavours and depth, yet it's supple and smooth with a long finish. Velvet on the palate, lingering in the mind. This robust red wine finishes with notes of cassis and dried tobacco. Great balance and depth. Try it with a rack of lamb tonight. Highly recommended. Drink: 2012-2017. 249201 14.50% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 93/100. October 11, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Glorious Game Wine Full Review

Ventisquero Queulat Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Colchagua Valley, Chile: A terrific Chilean red wine at a great price. Notes of black cherries and cocoa on the nose and palate. Finishes with toasty vanilla spice, dark cherry and smoke. Very dry, and ultimately satisfying. Pair this beauty with pepperoni pizza. Drink: 2013-2017. 61937 14.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. November 22, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Finca El Encinal Crianza 2010, Ribera Del Duero D.O., Spain: Full-bodied with mature aromas of leather, cigar box and dry black cherry. Pair with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2018. 355081 14% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. November 22, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review