Chapoutier Rasteau 2012, Rhone Valley AOC, France: An excellent, complex, deeply layered Rhone Valley red wine blend from one of the region's best producers. Layers of dark fruit and smoke. Perfect for hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2013-2016. 321539 14.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Domaine De Grand Garant Le Vivier Fleurie 2013, Beaujolais A.C., France: Robust Beaujolais that has nothing to do style-wise with nouveau. Dark cherry and a core of sensuality in this medium-bodied, smooth, supple French red wine made from the Gamay grape. Drink: 2013-2017. 398404 12.50% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Vidal-Fleury Vacqueyras 2012, Rhône A.C., France: Black cherry liqueur on the nose with wild violets, followed by an expansive palate of the same. Very mouth-filling and robust. Beautifully balanced acidity for food. Long finish. Great price. Highly recommended. Drink: 2014-2019. 394643 13.50% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 91/100. December 6, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Palacios Remondo La Montesa 2011, Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain: A blend of 65% Garnacha, 30% Tempranillo and 5% Mazuelo grapes. Full-bodied, chalky and smooth. Aromas of dark fruit and smoke. Matured in 20% in new oak barrels. Some anise and black plum on the finish. Pair with osso buco. Drink: 2013-2017. 674572 14% XD 750 mL  $20.75 Score: 88/100. December 6, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Rosenblum Cellars Zinfandel 2011, Paso Robles, California, United States: Full-bodied with rich dark fruit and a complex structure. Not as sweet as many zins: more concentrated and complex. This muscular Zinfandel reflects the warmth and richness of Paso Robles in southern California. Lots of bold black cherry, pepper and spice. Sourced from grapes grown in the warm foothills of the arid vineyards studded with oak trees. Drink: 2013-2016. 31781 14.90% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Complete Cheese Pizza Wine Full Review