13th Street Winery Sandstone Old Vines Gamay Noir 2011, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Black pepper sprinkled on tart dark cherry in this vibrant go-to Gamay from Niagara. Lots of acidity for food. Juicy and medium-bodied and smooth. Drink: 2012-2017. 130195 13% XD 750 mL  $29.95 Score: 90/100. December 6, 2014 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

Moillard Tradition Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2012, Burgundy A.C., France: A stunningly gorgeous Old World Pinot Noir at a steal of a price for Burgundy. Holy smokes! Fleshy ripe cherry aromas and flavours with just enough juicy acidity for a wide range of dishes from turkey to salmon. Lovely long finish. Don't buy it all before I get to the store please. Drink: 2013-2018. 66399 12.50% XD 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 92/100. December 6, 2014 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Barón de Ley Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2008, Rioja, Spain: A full-bodied Rioja with great finesse, elegance and length. Love the tertiary aromas of tanned leather, cigar and violets. Mouth-wateringly juicy for a wide range of dishes from lamb to roast beef. Highly recommended. Drink: 2013-2018. 642496 13% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 90/100. March 7, 2015 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review