Domaine Tournon Shay's Flat Vineyard M. Chapoutier Shiraz 2010, Pyrnees, Victoria, Australia: Gorgeous concentration here! Black and dark red fruit mingle with pepper, dark spices and brooding mystery. What an incredible wine. It's produced be a classic and respected Rhone Valley producer Chapoutier. Pair with filet mignon or any peppery or spicy hearty meat dish. Drink: 2014-2018. 311480 14% D 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 98/100. January 19, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

De Bortoli Wines - Yarra Valley Noble One Botrytis Semillon 2008, New South Wales, Australia: This dessert wine rules! Want visions of sugarplums in your head this holiday... Bring it, with this wine! A lusciously layered dessert wine with rich aromas and flavours of honeyed apricot and peach preserves. Triple yum! Drink: 2010-2017. 917252 10% S 375 mL  $29.95 Score: 95/100. December 8, 2012 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Quails' Gate Estate Winery Chardonnay 2012, Okanagan Valley, Bc V.Q.A., Canada: A full-bodied and generous Chardonnay with layers of ripe peach and green apple flavour. Some attractive toasted almond on the finish of this BC classic white wine. The finish is scented with melon and vanilla smoke. Lovely! Drink: 2013-2018. 377770 14% D 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 92/100. November 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

Featherstone Red Tail Merlot 2011, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A juicy, luscious, full-bodied red with generous aromas and flavours of fleshy black plum and field blackberries. Balanced and supple and smooth. This wine has legs: it goes on and on. Drink: 2013-2016. 131540 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 29, 2014 Best Value Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review

Patrick Lesec Suzon Beaumes-De-Venise Les Grandes Serres 2011, Côtes Du Rhône Villages A.C., France: Love this black pepper wonder! Dark fruit, dark spices and lots of personality. Layered and expressive: even though it's full-bodied, it's lively, not heavy. The 2011 is an unjustly overlooked vintage for Cotes du Rhone-Villages Beaumes de Venise Suzon. Terrific value. Drink: 2014-2020. 357053 15% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Le Ferme Du Mont Vendange 2011, Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhone, France: Spectacular! Savoury meaty notes and graphite on the nose bloom into fleshy black plums and happiness. Full-bodied and supple yet this one will go the distance in the cellar. The concentration is rich and deep and the finish is long and satisfying. Superb craftsmanship. Drink: 2014-2020. 25895 14.50% XD 750 mL  $46.95 Score: 96/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Domaine du Colombier Chablis Chardonnay 2012, Burgundy A.C., France: This clean, crisp white wine comes to us from Guy Mothe et Ses Fils, prop.-récolt. Lines of lemon and white grapefruit brightness. Terrific mouth-watering acidity. Not a trace of oak on this Old World Chardonnay. Classic and amazingly well-priced. Drink: 2013-2018. 366419 12.50% XD 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Le Ferme Du Mont Vendange 2010, A.C., Châteauneuf-Du-Pape, Rhône, France: Spectacular! Savoury meaty notes and graphite on the nose bloom into fleshy black plums and happiness. Full-bodied and supple yet this one will go the distance in the cellar. The concentration is rich and deep and the finish is long and satisfying. Pair with filet mignon and rosemary lamb. Drink: 2014-2020. 25895 14.50% XD 750 mL  $42.95 Score: 96/100. March 2, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Luscious Lamb Wine Full Review

Tommasi Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2009, Veneto D.O.C., Italy: Smoky and dark yet elegant. Brooding black fruit on the nose. Underneath and on the palate there's a sensual layer of black fleshy ripe fruit and dark spices. Oh yes! Classic Amarone with some violets and black cherry liqueur on the finish. Best consumed with hearty meat dishes and conversation. Drink: 2011-2019. 356220 15% D 750 mL  $49.95 Score: 94/100. June 8, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Aurelio Settimo Rocche Barolo 2006, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: Classic barolo that needs cellar time (very tannic now). Amazing aromas of leather, violets, tarry oak and wild truffles. Decant 2hours. Lovely! Drink: 2014-2020. 975136 14% XD 750 mL  $52.95 Score: 95/100. October 12, 2013 Top Rated Red Wine. Gorgeous Gift Wine Full Review

La Pieve Barolo 2009, D.O.C.G., Piedmont, Italy: This full-bodied red wine offers enticing aromas of dark fruit, tar, toasty and spice. Barolo wines are rarely priced this affordably, so give this this Piedmont, Nebbiolo-based grape wine a try. The tannins are firm and there will be plenty of fruit here to bring balance. A real gripper but I like it! Big, black with a tarry streak through the middle. Black cherry resistance and some dark spices. Perfect for black magic nights. Drink: 2014-2018. 213132 15% XD 750 mL  $39.95 Score: 92/100. January 4, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

Michele Castellani Cinque Stelle Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2005, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: A river a satin-smooth black cherry liqueur wraps around your head and then your body. One of the most sensual wines I’ve tasted in a long time. Full-bodied and smooth with layers of hedonistic happiness. It’s high in alcohol, but why don’t you worry about that tomorrow morning? Drink: 2010-2015. 75127 15.50% D 750 mL  $54.95 Score: 97/100. November 27, 2010 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Lamole di Lamole Chianti Classico Riserva 2007, D.O.C.G., Vigneto di Campolungo, Italy: Luxurious dark fruit wrap around a pleasingly juicy, mouth-watering core. Full-bodied and smooth. The wine walks a lovely red line between nervy energy and voluptuous richness. You can skip that trip to Tuscany this year: just close your eyes and sip this wine. Drink: 2011-2016. 231241 14% XD 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 94/100. June 25, 2011 Top Rated Red Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review

Michele Castellani Colle Cristi Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2006, D.O.C., Ca' Del Pipa, Veneto, Italy: Dried raisined cherries with a deep, luxurious layers of richness. Full-bodied and lip-smacking delicious aromas. A finish that says “buy me again!” Drink: 2011-2020. 222109 15.50% XD 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 96/100. August 20, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Farina Classico Amarone Della Valpolicella 2008, D.O.C., Veneto, Italy: Love this! Towering yet deep, with rich luscious layers of black cherry liqueur flavours. Full-bodied is an understatement. Glorious flavour heaven. Drink: 2012-2020. 995910 14.50% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 95/100. September 1, 2012 Full Review

Brunello Di Montalcino 2006, D.O.C.G., Tuscany, Italy: Leather and violets and seduction. Full-bodied but subtle with an endless finish. Juicy and giving and complex. One of the best brunellos I've tasted in a long time. Drink: 2012-2020. 660746 14.50% XD 750 mL  $53.95 Score: 96/100. October 13, 2012 Full Review

Rocca Delle Macìe Tenuta Sant'alfonso Chianti Classico 2011, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Love this! Rich, smoky and smothering the senses with fleshy black fruit. Yes please! Velvet black fruit runs up the middle of your palate while mouth-watering juiciness tickles along the sides. Grilled pork chops should be already ordered when you open this wine. Drink: 2014-2020. 942094 14% XD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Jermann Pinot Grigio 2012, Venezia Giulia, Friuli I.G.T., Italy: This is one of the best, if not the best, Italian Pinot Grigios I've tasted. Sure, the price reflects that but it's worth seeing how vibrant and full of character Pinot Grigio can be with this benchmark wine. Zesty, refreshing and alive in the glass. Aromas of white peach, lime and white grapefruit. Incredibly refreshing and mouth-watering. Great as an aperitif or with many dishes, from seafood to salad. Great structure and finish. Says winemaker Silvio Jermann: "Wines should move us, prompt our emotions and have a sense of authenticity." Amen. Drink: 2013-2016. 117093 12.50% D 750 mL  $37.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review

Michele Castellani Colle Cristi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2008, D.O.C., Ca' Del Pipa, Veneto, Italy: Dried raisined cherry aromas on the nose of this seductive red wine, with a deep, luxurious layers of richness. Full-bodied and lip-smacking delicious aromas. A finish that says “buy me again!” This is a very generous Amarone, and lovers of this style should stock up. Incredibly long finish. Try it with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2022. 222109 15.50% XD 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 95/100. April 12, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

Palliser Estate Wines Pinot Noir 2006, Martinborough, North Island, New Zealand: Full-bodied, black cherry richness with a core of coffee-mocha running through it. Field strawberries and rose petals. Balanced with good mouth-watering acidity. Full-bodied and velvet smooth. Drink: 2008-2015. 120766 14.50% D 750 mL  $28.95 Score: 94/100. May 23, 2009 Top Rated Red Wine. Full Review

Sileni Estates The Plateau Pinot Noir 2009, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand: Vintages Wine Panel: Pinot Noir from Hawkes Bay is not as common as the red Bordeaux varieties or Syrah, but when a producer such as Sileni is involved, the results show it is a variety with a future here. Grown on an inland plateau ideal for Pinot Noir, this 2009 is a fine ambassador for Hawkes Bay Pinot. Look for lots of black cherry and other dark fruit aromas backed by smooth tannins and a substantial finish. My note: heart-stopping delicious! Ripe fleshy cherries and juicy field raspberries almost make you want to bite into this wine rather than sip it. Yet it’s supple and medium-bodied with wonderful finesse and mouth-watering action. I adore this style of New Zealand Pinot Noir: more please! Drink: 2011-2016. 14578 13.50% D 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 92/100. April 30, 2011 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review

Villa Maria Estate Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Wow, what a stunner! A profusion of lime and lemongrass mingles with bright nuances of grapefruit and chives. Even though this lovely New Zealand white wine is laser-focused in its crisp cleanness, there's also depth and richness here. Perfect for such a wide range of dishes from fresh seafood to herbed chicken. Lip-smacking delicious! Drink: 2014-2017. 974527 13% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 94/100. February 15, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

The Hess Collection Allomi Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Napa Valley, California, United States: This full-bodied red wine from Hess Collection Winery offers lovely chewy flavours of mocha, plush plums and berries. So very tasty and happy. Perfect for movie night. Terrific concentration, depth and richness with a satisfyingly long finish. Try it with hearty meat dishes. Lovely chewy flavours of mocha, plush plums and berries. So very tasty and happy. Perfect for movie night. Terrific concentration, depth and richness with a satisfyingly long finish. Try it with hearty meat dishes. Drink: 2014-2019. 906420 14.30% XD 750 mL  $59.95 Score: 93/100. February 15, 2014 Best Beef Wine Full Review

La Crema Pinot Noir 2012, Los Carneros, California, United States: Love this silky Pinot Noir! It seems to get better every year. Beautiful cherries and field raspberry notes roll in first, then there’s fresh earth aromas after a spring rain followed by some baking spices and a long finish. This Pinot has been one of my favourites for years. Satin seduction in a glass. Some comforting mocha on the finish. Drink: 2014-2019. 58024 14.50% D 750 mL  $45.95 Score: 93/100. March 15, 2014 Top Rated Red Wine. Plush Pork Wine Full Review