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88 Points

Vasse Felix 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon

It has elegance and finesse that is typical of the Margaret River. This is pure Australian cabernet that satisfies any need you might have for a pure, fruit-driven wine, with just enough acidity to add a refreshing tang on the finish.

Vintage: 2008

Price Range: $25-$40

86 Points

Masi 2010 Tupungato Passo Doble

One of the more unique wines produced in Argentina. Double fermentation of malbec with dried corvina, the wine has a very sexy sweetness, with notes of dried figs and a ton of spice on the finish. Rich, but not creamy.

Vintage: 2010

Price Range: $15-$25

88 Points

Clos La Coutale 2009 Cahors

A cleaner, more modern version of Cahors that doesn't lose site of its origin. The 2009 is richer than previous vintages, perhaps a touch less crispy, but it still shows fresh herb and meaty notes that add depth and complexity. A must under $15.

Vintage: 2009

Price Range: $15-$25

88 Points

Monte Real 2004 Reserva Rioja

Darker fruits and juicier than I remember from previous vintages, but it's still very classically styled Rioja. Balsamic and black/purple licorice notes, with softness from extended barrel aging. A touch rich in texture, but with enough freshness to keep it very drinkable.

Vintage: 2004

Price Range: $15-$25

86 Points

Finca Flichman 2008 Expresiones Reserve Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon

Chocolate and plum flavours, with soft tannins and creamy, velvety texture. Lots of oak-driven spice on the finish. Quite formulaic, but if you like the style, it's well-done.

Vintage: 2008

Price Range: $15-$25

86 Points

Graffigna 2008 Centenario Reserve Malbec

The very easy-drinking side of Argentine malbec, and I love these types of wines. It has dried spice aromatics and light, but still gritty tannins, with crunchy acidity and red fruits. If Argentina makes a Beaujolais-styled wine, then this is it. Serve slightly chilled.

Vintage: 2008

Price Range: $15-$25

88 Points

Château Le Castelot 2005 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

This is a textbook wine. Very feminine, blue-fruited and floral, with a rich, tannic struture that is evolving nicely. Ready to drink, but will hold for a few years.

Vintage: 2005

Price Range: $25-$40

88 Points

Doña Paula 2010 Los Cardos Malbec

My kind of Argentine malbec that puts the accent on the floral quality and red fruit flavours of the grape. This is the good mountain-grown stuff, not the over-oaked, cabernet sauvignon-esqe pretenders that are too often the product of Argentine winemakers. Clean and fresh, yet substantial. Excellent.

Vintage: 2010

Price Range: $5-$15

88 Points

Bodegas Guelbenzu 2009 Azul Guelbenzu

This tastes like drinking red wine from a wooden cup, which makes the Azul Guelbenzu sound awful, but not at all. The tempranilo-based wine has acidity, complexity and yes, a rather plankish wood feel, but it works. There's something antique about this wine that makes it so charming.

Vintage: 2009

Price Range: $15-$25

88 Points

Château de Beaucastel 2009 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Rouge

While it is pricier than most, the depth and refinement is unparalleled, except for a select few wines produced by a handful of wineries. The 2009 is riper than usual and a bit lower in acidity, with a touch more oak.

Vintage: 2009

Price Range: $25-$40

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