GroNLP/ik-nlp-22_winemag · Datasets at Hugging Face

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91,177	US	A good and useful red blend, a little green in peppermint, but spicy and dry, with berry and cola flavors. Just fine for a full-bodied house wine.	85	14	California	Red Blend
38,584	US	Elegant rather than powerful, this Chard has tropical fruit, apricot and oak flavors wrapped into a creamy texture. It turns sweet and spicy, like vanilla custard, on the finish.	87	24	California	Chardonnay
38,096	US	This Rhône-style blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault is a good followup to the winery's 2011 vintage. It's delicate and dry, with subtle dried fruit, herb and spice flavors, and the acidity is nice and crisp. What a tremendously versatile food wine.	89	18	California	Rosé
124,291	US	Made by Adelaida's winemaker Jeremy Weintraub, this bottling shows asphalt, concentrated violets and lilacs, black peppercorns and dried blueberry on the nose. Similar elements arise on the dynamically dark palate, along with black tobacco, boysenberry, leather and beef-char flavors. The structure is strong but not in the way.	93	50	California	Syrah
94,603	US	Made from Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has simple flavors of pink bubblegum and white sugar.	81	14	California	Red Blend
14,249	US	Though quite light, this widely available Pinot could be tossed in with a group of village Burgundies without any trouble. Flavors of berry, compact earth and herb carry through onto the gentle, fading finish.	86	19	Oregon	Pinot Noir
119,569	France	Ripe yellow-fruit flavors and a soft texture are the hallmarks of this wine. Full in the mouth, this has a warm southern Burgundy feel. It offers touches of spice and green herbs, and it has orange-zest-like acidity on the finish.	85	15	Burgundy	Chardonnay
47,862	Italy	Enticing aromas of rose, white pepper, aromatic herb, crushed stone and a whiff of game float out of the glass. The elegant—almost ethereal—palate delivers ripe red cherry, crushed raspberry, truffle, clove and cinnamon. Energizing mineral notes underscores the savory flavors while fresh acidity and polished tannins provide balance and structure.	93	30	Piedmont	Red Blend
62,074	US	Crisp in acidity and delicious, with honeyed flavors of pineapples, green apples, Meyer lemons, vanilla and peppery spices. Finishes a bit sugary sweet, which detracts from pure balance.	87	30	California	Pinot Gris
108,704	US	Racy acidity is the key to this wine's explosive succulence and impressive structure and likability, a study in detailed winemaking. Full-bodied, it hides its weight, highlighted in wild strawberry, currant and leathery black pepper.	92	85	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
71,950	France	The nose seems closed. There is just a hint of earthiness. The slender palate has edges of mocha and smoke that frame its fresh crisp tart red-cherry fruit. The body is light but held within a very fine-boned structure that leads to a dry clean finish.	89	20	Alsace	Pinot Noir
5,722	US	Plum, sassafras and dark cherry form a contingency of flavor in this brooding, velvety smooth wine with a sizable finish. Cinnamon and clove are peppered throughout this full-bodied, well-made effort from the famous vineyard site.	90	65	California	Pinot Noir
129,818	France	Concentrated, with dark tannins to go with the ripe fruit. There is a tough edge to the wine, although it is more accessible than some Nuits-Saint-Georges at this stage.	89	115	Burgundy	Pinot Noir
16,307	France	This is an onion-skin-colored wine, ripe and showing some maturity as well as rich red and citrus fruits. It is beautifully balanced, the pure, crisp fruit elegantly integrated into the lightly mineral texture. This stylish bottling is ready to drink.	94	299	Champagne	Champagne Blend
28,249	US	This standout wine is 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc mostly from old blocks at Dionysus, Red Willow and Bacchus vineyards. It's youthful with aromas of toasty barrel spices, dark roasted coffee and high-toned savory herbs. Flavors are light and restrained while still showing a lot of richness, with the dark fruit notes backed by mouthwatering acids. Just a baby now, this is a 20-year wine that should start to strut its stuff after 2024. Give it a 24-hour decant if opening it in the near term.	93	60	Washington	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
23,989	US	This shows a darker shade than most young whites, almost a burnished gold. Soft and complex, with ripe, slightly confected fruit flavors, it's super smooth, with honeysuckle highlights around waxy stone fruits. Excellent length.	92	25	Washington	White Blend
126,540	US	This wine is half Merlot, with the balance Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. High-toned aromas of baking spice, herb, dark chocolate and dark cherry are followed by luscious ripe red and black-fruit flavors. It's irresistible in its appeal.	91	20	Washington	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
68,101	US	Here's an everyday Pinot Noir to drink now with steaks, chops, grilled salmon or tuna. It's silky and dry, with brisk acidity framing raspberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors.	87	24	California	Pinot Noir
17,565	France	Dominated by the local star grape Mourvèdre, the wine is ripe, spicy and packed with fresh red-currant and strawberry fruit. It has spice, crisp acidity as well as a full rich aftertaste. Drink now.	87	18	Provence	Rosé
94,368	France	With Merlot and Cabernet Franc dominating the blend, this wine is as perfumed as it is structured. It shows elegance through its rich blackberry fruit and firm tannins. Concentrated and ready to drink from 2021.	90	45	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
28,152	France	A smooth wine, rich for the vintage, with black currant and bright fruits and a strong underlay of wood. The acidity, though, is quite striking, with the freshest fruit and tight tannins.	90	140	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
4,233	US	Bright aromas of peach, lime leaf, jasmine and flowers lead to off-dry mandarin orange and floral flavors. It provides a lot of appeal, though the concentration at times doesn't seem all there.	88	22	Washington	Riesling
34,055	France	With its lively mousse, this is a bright wine, fruity and stylish. Citrus dominates, along with pink grapefruit that is shot through with lime. There is just a light, more mineral, texture with a dry, crisp aftertaste.	88	54	Champagne	Chardonnay
56,396	US	Tasty and rich, but the structure is more like a Rhône wine than Pinot Noir. It's dark and heavy, with cherry pie filling, cola and sandalwood flavors. Curiously soft for an Edna Valley wine. Drink now.	85	30	California	Pinot Noir
127,624	Italy	Underbrush, toasted hazelnut, licorice and wild berry aromas lead the nose. The straightforward palate shows raw red cherry, orange peel and star anise alongside firm but refined tannins.	90	45	Piedmont	Nebbiolo
14,304	US	This widely appealing wine has bright acidity and ripe tropical fruit and citrus flavors. It's a bit sweet in fruity essence, suggesting pairing with southeast Asian fare, arroz con pollo, or even scrambled eggs and bacon.	86	18	California	Sauvignon Blanc
84,461	US	One would like to see more aromatics, considering the variety, but it remains enjoyable with a lightly spritzy palate with off-dry red-apple and stone-fruit flavors. A straightforward, easy drinker.	87	16	Washington	Riesling
53,985	US	Tastes hot as a chile pepper, and no wonder. The alcohol is 15.8%. Some red wines get away with it, but this one doesn't. The berry-cherry flavors are baked, and the wine is clumsy and inelegant.	82	27	California	Zinfandel
94,165	US	Aromas of raspberry jam, pencil lead and barrel spices are followed by rich, full-bodied fruit flavors that pack a hefty punch. Not for the faint of heart, it shows the power this growing region can bring.	92	36	Washington	Syrah
91,465	US	White pepper and vanilla bean aromas give this richly textured, concentrated and subtly fruity wine a spicy start. It has a bright yellow-gold color and has gained complexity through extended aging before release. Savory consomée and dried herb characteristics accent its substantial core of apple butter flavor.	92	26	California	White Blend
12,189	US	Strong, almost overpowering in fruit, which dominates at the cost of balance. Shows massive blackberries, currants and cherries, as well as sweet oak, but you wish there were more subtlety.	84	25	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
16,958	France	Good wood, spice, ripe plum juice and balanced acidity. This is a wine with potential, balanced and rich.	90	27	Burgundy	Chardonnay
110,283	US	With a dollop of Carignane, also from old vines grown organically in Mendocino County, Carol Shelton's Wild Thing ZIn is a fun ride, rich, robust in juicy raspberry fruit, fragrant in vanilla, balanced and approachable. In screwcap, it's a good bottle to grab on the way to a picnic or barbecue.	90	19	California	Zinfandel
91,060	US	Sweet and candied, with lemon, lime, pineapple, fig and vanilla flavors. Crisp coastal acidity helps provide a savory, cleansing quality.	84	11	California	Sauvignon Blanc
33,390	US	Those who think they prefer anything but Chardonnay may be convinced otherwise with this wine. It is so powerfully evocative in crisply rendered Meyer lemon and tangerine notes, with aromas of fresh white flowers teasing provocatively on the nose. Seamless and seductively bright in acidity, it glides down the palate, hinting at a richness that never becomes overdone.	96	65	California	Chardonnay
23,496	Spain	For a tight, snappy rendition of Rioja, this answers the call. Herbal plum and tomato aromas are earthy and a touch horsey. Tomato, plum and herbal flavors amount to a saucy whole, while this is fresh, herbal and brothy tasting on a crisp finish.	90	33	Northern Spain	Tempranillo
16,888	US	A thick, tannic wine robust in blackberry, tar and tobacco, this full-bodied experience needs time to open in the glass.	85	54	California	Merlot
340	France	The nose is muted, despite the slight spritz of the wine, while the palate is equally toned down. It's a rounded if not very expressive white wine.	82	18	Alsace	Pinot Gris
7,073	US	Direct and thin, this Merlot has simple currant, cocoa, licorice and oakspice flavors that finish totally dry.	83	20	California	Merlot
128,067	US	This blend of Monterey and Santa Barbara county vineyards offers fresh aromas of lemon-lime soda, chives and a hint of smoke. The palate is framed around sour-sweet green apple, with more bitterness and tension coming from green pear flesh and citrus pith.	88	22	California	Chardonnay
38,327	US	Compost and pencil shaving scents meet reductive mushroom-like notes on the nose of this grippy, full-bodied wine that includes small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Bittersweet chocolate rounds out the finish.	87	55	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
36,653	US	Velvety, robust structure makes way for a textured, complex personality of baked plum, rhubarb and cola spice. That spice continues in lengthy spikes of clove and cinnamon, providing a warmth that complements and accents the concentration.	92	60	California	Pinot Noir
75,915	US	Ripe flavors and a plush texture have not gone out of style in this opulent and tasty Viognier. Although not technically sweet, it has all these great dessert flavors: hazelnuts, toasted almonds and poached pears. The finish lasts 30 seconds or more.	91	12	California	Viognier
113,041	Spain	Syrah is the lead grape on this blend, which also contains Cabernet Sauvignon and Garnacha. Spicy, gritty aromas are not uncommon for warm-climate Spanish Syrah, while a hard, tannic, dense mouthfeel and spicy, savory, tarry flavors finish peppery, with drying tannins. Drink through 2022.	90	27	Northern Spain	Red Blend
39,299	US	This late-disgorged wine has been released at the age of 11 years. It's a beautiful wine, notable especially for the ultrafine feeling of the mousse, or bubbles. So refined and silky. Rich too are the flavors, in limes, strawberries, toasty lees and minerals. A spectacular sparkling wine that has many years of development ahead.	95	50	California	Sparkling Blend
24,852	Spain	This fresh but generic Sauvignon Blanc offers white-fruit aromas and zesty passion fruit scents. The mouthfeel is juicy, while flavors of grapefruit, lime and orange finish with a touch of pithy bitterness. Along the way, riper notes of melon fade in and out.	87	10	Northern Spain	Sauvignon Blanc
9,513	US	This wine gives a big bear hug with aromas like wild berries and black pepper. Then sweet oak and rich, savory plum flavors emerge on the palate as the ripeness comes through. The finish is long and reverberates with the nutmeg spiciness of perfectly seasoned barrels.	92	30	California	Rhône-style Red Blend
10,734	US	This has a very deep color, even for this notoriously dark varietal. Complex aromas blend rich fruit with smoky, peppery notes, followed by mouthcoating flavors like dark-chocolate-covered blackberries. It doesn't mess around with overtly sweet oak, but stays dry, concentrated and focused. Best after 2020.	91	58	California	Petite Sirah
127,161	US	This is soft, sweet and syrupy, with a cherry pie flavor.	82	30	California	Pinot Noir
124,821	Spain	Dry, smoky, rubbery aromas announce this Rioja as traditional in style. The palate is healthy in feel and juicy, with smoky, savory flavors of chocolaty berry fruit and earth. On the finish, it's decidedly roasted and savory in character. Drink now through 2015.	88	20	Northern Spain	Red Blend
58,535	US	Also sourced from the McKinley Springs vineyard in Washington's Horse Heaven Hills AVA, this is the regular Syrah compared with the Opulence, the reserve. The wines are clearly differentiated, the Envy showing rougher edges, tougher tannins and a more tannic, earthy character. There's a strong herbal streak also; this wine definitely needs hearty foods to complement it.	87	32	Washington	Syrah
125,594	France	This wine comes from vines south of the Mont Sainte-Victoire and close to the edge of the Aix-en-Provence region. The cool vineyard site helps the wine keep extreme freshness. Plenty of wild strawberry flavors are lifted by acidity and a refreshing citrus edge.	90	16	Provence	Rosé
125,983	US	A bit cloudy and still tasting as if it came right out of the new French barrels in which it was fermented, this offers a rich and diverse texture and highlights of lemon oil, beeswax and Aplets & Cotlets. There's a lot going on here, in a blocky chunky, fruity style.	90	40	Oregon	Chardonnay
97,148	France	Ripe, soft and full bodied, this wine has fresh citrus and gooseberry flavors along with zesty lemon and a bright aftertaste. It needs a few more months to fill out, so drink from 2017.	87	28	Loire Valley	Sauvignon Blanc
38,163	US	Coming in an oddly shaped, squat bottle reminiscent of the Wild West, this unfiltered wine bursts with blackberry, purple flowers and turned loam aromas. On the palate, deep black currant fruit is accented with peppery spice, graphite and a sizzling acidity that burns from the tip to the back of the sip.	91	89	California	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
94,824	Argentina	When people ask us, “What's your favorite value wine from Argentina,” the pet answer is this one, Pascual Toso. A former Best Buy of the year, the '07 keeps the streak of great values alive. It's round, balanced and loaded with holes-free berry and cassis aromas and flavors. It is also layered, long and composed.	89	14	Mendoza Province	Malbec
24,127	US	From old vines dating to 1865, this is a hugely fragrant mountainous Zinfandel, with an abundance of raspberry and blackberry flavors. A wine with a huge presence and soft, rounded tannins, it's extremely yummy with a ton of peppery spice on the long finish.	92	28	California	Zinfandel
8,814	Argentina	Earthy berry aromas come with a touch of compost and rubber. This feels juicy, racy and slick, with red plum and raspberry leading the flavor charge. A fresh, lightly herbal finish is the final act.	87	16	Mendoza Province	Malbec
17,649	US	The famed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyard also produces amazing Syrah, as evidenced in this wine, with aromas of black pepper, blackberries, leather and spearmint. The palate is dominated by plump boysenberry flavors, cut with licorice-led, slightly strong tannins and a eucalyptus and pine sap character on the finish.	92	50	California	Syrah
99,828	US	This is Esterlina's off-dry Riesling, and it's as good in its semi-sweet way as a dry bottling. Shows the same brilliant acidity and delicious citrus, peach, wildflower and vanilla flavors, with a complex, honeyed richness.	89	19	California	Riesling
100,322	US	Light honeydew and gardenia aromas show on the pleasant and clean nose of this well-restrained Viognier. The sip is as zippy and persistent with acidity as can be without losing the varietal character, allowing the ripe Gala apple and Anjou pear to show through the racy frame.	91	28	California	Viognier
102,643	Germany	Puckery lime and lemon flavors collide into lavish streaks of honey and marmalade in this penetrating, lip-smacking kabinett. Delicately composed with the faintest hint of sweetness, it reverberates through a high-toned, tangerine finish. Drink now through 2018.	90	20	Mosel	Riesling
62,891	US	Tough in tannins, with an astringent, lockdown quality. That's the iron fist of this wine. The velvet glove is the rich, flamboyant core of blackberries and cassis. Give this young wine at least six years to come around.	92	65	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
34,162	Argentina	Slightly astringent on the nose, with floral berry and bramble aromas. The palate is tight and a little sharp, with fresh, almost tart raspberry and plum flavors. Cleansing on the finish due to high acidity. Seems more racy and less oaky than in the past.	84	13	Mendoza Province	Malbec
30,654	US	A good, rugged, everyday wine, sugary sweet and soft in the way of some superripe Cabernets but very rich in raspberry and cocoa flavor. The curious spelling of the vineyard designation on the label is hard to explain.	85	27	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
66,936	Portugal	Young and with great potential., this is a powerful, firmly tannic wine, full of wood-aging flavors. It is The dark tannins are lifted by a juicy edge that will be attractive as the wine develops although the wood needs time to soften. Drink from 2021.	94	110	Douro	Portuguese Red
10,588	Italy	This one-dimensional Brunello opens with overripe black fruit aromas. The dense palate offers sweet plum and mature black raspberry layered with notes of vanilla, mocha and balsam. Reflecting the warm vintage, it's shy on intensity and energy so drink soon.	87	45	Tuscany	Sangiovese
42,025	US	True to the Pride style, this Chardonnay is massively constructed, with an enormous blast of pineapple, orange and golden mango fruit, elaborated with sweet, smoky, caramelized oak. It's saved from being a mere fruit bomb by crisp acidity and a bracing minerality. Drink now for sheer hedonistic freshness.	93	47	California	Chardonnay
22,442	France	Full bodied and ripe, this Chardonnay is packed with yellow fruit and pear flavors, and it shows the steely, minerally character typical of Chablis. It has a youthful brightness on the finish, and it will fill out over the next few months.	89	80	Burgundy	Chardonnay
106,791	Italy	Earthy aromas of truffle, forest floor, used leather and a funky whiff of barnyard carry over to the firm palate along with ripe black cherry, clove and a hint of game. It's on the rustic side but full of personality.	88	55	Piedmont	Nebbiolo
7,588	France	Light, fresh and soft, this is a perfect starter for an evening for two. It has attractive sweet lime and peach flavors, with attendant acidity.	85	10	Champagne	Champagne Blend
97,477	Italy	Honeysuckle and green apple aromas follow over to the lively palate along with pear and a hint of lime. Vibrant acidity and a lively perlage give it a clean energized finish.	89	16	Veneto	Glera
73,967	US	A bit weak on the nose, this bottling gives off scents of charred toast and cold steel. The palate offers flavors of sour orange rind and tart apple flesh.	85	15	California	Chardonnay
56,500	US	A bit heavy, soft and dull, it has dried herb, green pea, oak and tropical fruit flavors, without much complexity. It's all right for drinking now.	83	20	California	Chardonnay
127,169	US	Some Cabernets can get away with high alcohol, but this one one can't. It doesn't have the richness of fruit or the structure. What you get is a light blackberry-jam flavor and even a vegetable note. This is unlikely to get better with age.	82	65	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
111,959	US	Nearing the 20-year anniversary of their winery, career vintners John Clark and Kelley Brophy Clark make solid wines such as this one, which shows marjoram, cardamom and crushed rose-petal aromas against a pomegranate juice frame. It's lush and lively once sipped, with dried strawberries and raspberries lifted with lavender and pencil lead, all flavors that keep going and going.	93	34	California	Pinot Noir
16,468	US	A good starter Pinot, if you're just learning about the variety. It's properly dry and silky, with red cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and spice flavors.	85	16	California	Pinot Noir
33,494	France	Smooth and creamy in texture, this rounded wine is cut easily by acidity, with a tangy background that gives a more mineral edge. With its fresh aftertaste, this is ready to drink. In the Thienpont family since 1946, Nicolas has been the winemaker and a key mover in this appellation since 1983.	87	20	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style White Blend
72,280	Italy	Made from a blend of Sangiovese, Colorino, Canaiolo and Ciliegiolo, this vibrant Rosso has sensations of black plum, ripe sour cherry, baking spices and Mediterranean herbs. The palate delivers brisk acidity and lithe tannins. Enjoy it soon with substantial first courses like pasta topped with meat sauce or four-cheese gnocchi.	87	18	Tuscany	Red Blend
2,503	US	A dense thicket of dark chocolate is prominent in this wine, alongside black raspberry and blackberry. Dried herb and pencil shavings also make their way through midpalate, atop a soft, approachable texture and full body.	88	75	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
25,984	Italy	Aromas of black currant, blue flower, tilled soil, menthol and cedar take center stage. The dense palate delivers mature black cherry, crushed raspberry, mocha, vanilla, nutmeg and a confectionery note. Velvety tannins provide the framework. Drink through 2022.	91	60	Veneto	Red Blend
40,478	US	Aromas of cocoa, herb, woodspice and blue and black fruit lead to lush, palate-coating dark fruit flavors that display depth and richness, backed by a dry lick of tannins.	91	32	Washington	Cabernet Sauvignon
6,081	Italy	Wild cherry, ripe strawberry, graphite, clove and licorice sensations emerge in this elegant red. It's well balanced and already enjoyable thanks to supple tannins and fresh acidity. It will provide easy-drinking pleasure over the next few years. Enjoy through 2017.	89	18	Tuscany	Sangiovese
48,133	France	Peach and pear make appearances on the nose, gently framed by a soft creaminess that continues on the palate. Hints of fresh citrus guide flavors towards freshness. Totally and charmingly balanced, the wine is just off dry.	89	20	Alsace	Pinot Gris
57,732	US	Tight-grained tannin plays a supporting role to this wine's undeniable earthiness, a mix of compost and wild mushroom. Subtle on the nose, the savory character gives way eventually to a density and concentration of brighter flavors, from cherry and citrus to spiky pine.	91	69	California	Pinot Noir
61,787	US	Modest orange and peach flavors are found in this oak-tinged wine. It offers the Chardonnay lover good pleasure.	84	18	California	Chardonnay
60,901	France	Expect ripe and open fruit from this Faiveley owned vineyard in Mercurey. The wine tastes soft, the tannins well integrated into the ripe cherry and berry fruits. It could age, but it is ready to drink now.	89	40	Burgundy	Pinot Noir
96,931	Spain	Briny, powdery white-fruit aromas are offset by vanilla cookie notes and a hint of bath soap. This feels foamy and chunky, while lemon-lime and melon flavors finish bland but inoffensive.	86	14	Catalonia	Sparkling Blend
24,176	France	This is a soft, fruity style of rosé, perfectly suited as an apéritif. It has attractive red currant and raspberry fruit, a light touch of tannin and balanced acidity, finishing elegant and crisp.	87	48	Champagne	Champagne Blend
109,617	Italy	This blend of Carricante and 20% Catarratto features aromas of dried chamomile flower, Spanish broom and acacia. The bright palate delivers citrus, raw pear, mineral and almond.	87	33	Sicily & Sardinia	White Blend
110,240	US	Dry and earthy, with blackberry, licorice, bacon, herb, tobacco and smoky oak flavors. At its best now, so drink up.	84	38	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
21,234	Spain	Blackberry aromas blend with open-grained oak to create a slightly charred bouquet. A bit acidic and edgy in feel, with a mix of herb, plum and berry flavors. Tight, juicy and a touch short on the finish, with dry, peppery spice notes. Drink now through 2014.	89	20	Northern Spain	Tempranillo
98,440	US	A brilliant Chardonnay. It's powerful and ripe in fruit, offering a blast of pineapple, green apple, Key lime pie and Meyer lemon tart flavors, accented with the buttered toast of oak. As intense as the fruit is, it's balanced by keen acidity and a stony minerality. Defines the elegant, opulent Russian River style.	94	72	California	Chardonnay
100,460	US	This Riesling has aromas that almost mimic a Chardonnay: toasty cream, vanilla, spice. On the palate, those more complex flavors continue, but are buoyed by some acidity and an intriguing touch of sweet flowers. Overall, a tasty sip.	84	13	New York	Riesling
50,423	Italy	This robust wine delivers aromas of spiced plum, stewed prune, vanilla and chocolate that carry through to the ripe, monolithic palate. Drink through 2020.	87	60	Tuscany	Sangiovese
44,345	US	Four vineyards – Ribbon Ridge, Momtazi, Maresh and Shea – are included here. Soft and seductive, this wine caresses the palate with silky fruit. Aromatically it weaves together red fruits, truffles and clean, earthy scents. It reaches just over 13% alcohol; truly Burgundian yet with an Oregon flair to the fruit flavors. It puts the lie to any notion that this was a poor vintage. Challenging to be sure, but great wines were made in 2007, and this is one of them.	93	30	Oregon	Pinot Noir
54,965	US	This pulls off the neat trick of being both light and dense, with fruit running the gamut from strawberry to cherry to cassis. Deeply concentrated, and with lovely purity and length, this is delicious now but will surely drink even better in a few years. Drink 2018 through 2028.	93	58	Oregon	Pinot Noir
120,825	France	This wine comes from one of Côtes de Provence historic cru classé estates. It is a ripe and smooth wine with crisp acidity and a fine bite of spice. The wine is packed with red fruits and finished with refreshing acidity.	88	20	Provence	Rosé
4,833	US	A bit too brittle and tart to earn a higher score. Could be bottle shock, but it's hard to tell. Tasted in May, the wine showed mint-infused cherry flavors and turned sharp on the finish. Made from 100% Grenache.	85	32	California	Grenache
86,029	Italy	Opening aromas recall leafy underbrush, tobacco and toast. The palate delivers rich black cherry layered with coffee and chocolate. It's ready to enjoy now but can still maintain for a few more years.	88	30	Tuscany	Sangiovese

91,177

US

A good and useful red blend, a little green in peppermint, but spicy and dry, with berry and cola flavors. Just fine for a full-bodied house wine.

85

14

California

Red Blend

38,584

US

Elegant rather than powerful, this Chard has tropical fruit, apricot and oak flavors wrapped into a creamy texture. It turns sweet and spicy, like vanilla custard, on the finish.

87

24

California

Chardonnay

38,096

US

This Rhône-style blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Cinsault is a good followup to the winery's 2011 vintage. It's delicate and dry, with subtle dried fruit, herb and spice flavors, and the acidity is nice and crisp. What a tremendously versatile food wine.

89

18

California

Rosé

124,291

US

Made by Adelaida's winemaker Jeremy Weintraub, this bottling shows asphalt, concentrated violets and lilacs, black peppercorns and dried blueberry on the nose. Similar elements arise on the dynamically dark palate, along with black tobacco, boysenberry, leather and beef-char flavors. The structure is strong but not in the way.

93

50

California

Syrah

94,603

US

Made from Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine has simple flavors of pink bubblegum and white sugar.

81

14

California

Red Blend

14,249

US

Though quite light, this widely available Pinot could be tossed in with a group of village Burgundies without any trouble. Flavors of berry, compact earth and herb carry through onto the gentle, fading finish.

86

19

Oregon

Pinot Noir

119,569

France

Ripe yellow-fruit flavors and a soft texture are the hallmarks of this wine. Full in the mouth, this has a warm southern Burgundy feel. It offers touches of spice and green herbs, and it has orange-zest-like acidity on the finish.

85

15

Burgundy

Chardonnay

47,862

Italy

Enticing aromas of rose, white pepper, aromatic herb, crushed stone and a whiff of game float out of the glass. The elegant—almost ethereal—palate delivers ripe red cherry, crushed raspberry, truffle, clove and cinnamon. Energizing mineral notes underscores the savory flavors while fresh acidity and polished tannins provide balance and structure.

93

30

Piedmont

Red Blend

62,074

US

Crisp in acidity and delicious, with honeyed flavors of pineapples, green apples, Meyer lemons, vanilla and peppery spices. Finishes a bit sugary sweet, which detracts from pure balance.

87

30

California

Pinot Gris

108,704

US

Racy acidity is the key to this wine's explosive succulence and impressive structure and likability, a study in detailed winemaking. Full-bodied, it hides its weight, highlighted in wild strawberry, currant and leathery black pepper.

92

85

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

71,950

France

The nose seems closed. There is just a hint of earthiness. The slender palate has edges of mocha and smoke that frame its fresh crisp tart red-cherry fruit. The body is light but held within a very fine-boned structure that leads to a dry clean finish.

89

20

Alsace

Pinot Noir

5,722

US

Plum, sassafras and dark cherry form a contingency of flavor in this brooding, velvety smooth wine with a sizable finish. Cinnamon and clove are peppered throughout this full-bodied, well-made effort from the famous vineyard site.

90

65

California

Pinot Noir

129,818

France

Concentrated, with dark tannins to go with the ripe fruit. There is a tough edge to the wine, although it is more accessible than some Nuits-Saint-Georges at this stage.

89

115

Burgundy

Pinot Noir

16,307

France

This is an onion-skin-colored wine, ripe and showing some maturity as well as rich red and citrus fruits. It is beautifully balanced, the pure, crisp fruit elegantly integrated into the lightly mineral texture. This stylish bottling is ready to drink.

94

299

Champagne

Champagne Blend

28,249

US

This standout wine is 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc mostly from old blocks at Dionysus, Red Willow and Bacchus vineyards. It's youthful with aromas of toasty barrel spices, dark roasted coffee and high-toned savory herbs. Flavors are light and restrained while still showing a lot of richness, with the dark fruit notes backed by mouthwatering acids. Just a baby now, this is a 20-year wine that should start to strut its stuff after 2024. Give it a 24-hour decant if opening it in the near term.

93

60

Washington

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

23,989

US

This shows a darker shade than most young whites, almost a burnished gold. Soft and complex, with ripe, slightly confected fruit flavors, it's super smooth, with honeysuckle highlights around waxy stone fruits. Excellent length.

92

25

Washington

White Blend

126,540

US

This wine is half Merlot, with the balance Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. High-toned aromas of baking spice, herb, dark chocolate and dark cherry are followed by luscious ripe red and black-fruit flavors. It's irresistible in its appeal.

91

20

Washington

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

68,101

US

Here's an everyday Pinot Noir to drink now with steaks, chops, grilled salmon or tuna. It's silky and dry, with brisk acidity framing raspberry, cherry, cola and oak flavors.

87

24

California

Pinot Noir

17,565

France

Dominated by the local star grape Mourvèdre, the wine is ripe, spicy and packed with fresh red-currant and strawberry fruit. It has spice, crisp acidity as well as a full rich aftertaste. Drink now.

87

18

Provence

Rosé

94,368

France

With Merlot and Cabernet Franc dominating the blend, this wine is as perfumed as it is structured. It shows elegance through its rich blackberry fruit and firm tannins. Concentrated and ready to drink from 2021.

90

45

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

28,152

France

A smooth wine, rich for the vintage, with black currant and bright fruits and a strong underlay of wood. The acidity, though, is quite striking, with the freshest fruit and tight tannins.

90

140

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

4,233

US

Bright aromas of peach, lime leaf, jasmine and flowers lead to off-dry mandarin orange and floral flavors. It provides a lot of appeal, though the concentration at times doesn't seem all there.

88

22

Washington

Riesling

34,055

France

With its lively mousse, this is a bright wine, fruity and stylish. Citrus dominates, along with pink grapefruit that is shot through with lime. There is just a light, more mineral, texture with a dry, crisp aftertaste.

88

54

Champagne

Chardonnay

56,396

US

Tasty and rich, but the structure is more like a Rhône wine than Pinot Noir. It's dark and heavy, with cherry pie filling, cola and sandalwood flavors. Curiously soft for an Edna Valley wine. Drink now.

85

30

California

Pinot Noir

127,624

Italy

Underbrush, toasted hazelnut, licorice and wild berry aromas lead the nose. The straightforward palate shows raw red cherry, orange peel and star anise alongside firm but refined tannins.

90

45

Piedmont

Nebbiolo

14,304

US

This widely appealing wine has bright acidity and ripe tropical fruit and citrus flavors. It's a bit sweet in fruity essence, suggesting pairing with southeast Asian fare, arroz con pollo, or even scrambled eggs and bacon.

86

18

California

Sauvignon Blanc

84,461

US

One would like to see more aromatics, considering the variety, but it remains enjoyable with a lightly spritzy palate with off-dry red-apple and stone-fruit flavors. A straightforward, easy drinker.

87

16

Washington

Riesling

53,985

US

Tastes hot as a chile pepper, and no wonder. The alcohol is 15.8%. Some red wines get away with it, but this one doesn't. The berry-cherry flavors are baked, and the wine is clumsy and inelegant.

82

27

California

Zinfandel

94,165

US

Aromas of raspberry jam, pencil lead and barrel spices are followed by rich, full-bodied fruit flavors that pack a hefty punch. Not for the faint of heart, it shows the power this growing region can bring.

92

36

Washington

Syrah

91,465

US

White pepper and vanilla bean aromas give this richly textured, concentrated and subtly fruity wine a spicy start. It has a bright yellow-gold color and has gained complexity through extended aging before release. Savory consomée and dried herb characteristics accent its substantial core of apple butter flavor.

92

26

California

White Blend

12,189

US

Strong, almost overpowering in fruit, which dominates at the cost of balance. Shows massive blackberries, currants and cherries, as well as sweet oak, but you wish there were more subtlety.

84

25

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

16,958

France

Good wood, spice, ripe plum juice and balanced acidity. This is a wine with potential, balanced and rich.

90

27

Burgundy

Chardonnay

110,283

US

With a dollop of Carignane, also from old vines grown organically in Mendocino County, Carol Shelton's Wild Thing ZIn is a fun ride, rich, robust in juicy raspberry fruit, fragrant in vanilla, balanced and approachable. In screwcap, it's a good bottle to grab on the way to a picnic or barbecue.

90

19

California

Zinfandel

91,060

US

Sweet and candied, with lemon, lime, pineapple, fig and vanilla flavors. Crisp coastal acidity helps provide a savory, cleansing quality.

84

11

California

Sauvignon Blanc

33,390

US

Those who think they prefer anything but Chardonnay may be convinced otherwise with this wine. It is so powerfully evocative in crisply rendered Meyer lemon and tangerine notes, with aromas of fresh white flowers teasing provocatively on the nose. Seamless and seductively bright in acidity, it glides down the palate, hinting at a richness that never becomes overdone.

96

65

California

Chardonnay

23,496

Spain

For a tight, snappy rendition of Rioja, this answers the call. Herbal plum and tomato aromas are earthy and a touch horsey. Tomato, plum and herbal flavors amount to a saucy whole, while this is fresh, herbal and brothy tasting on a crisp finish.

90

33

Northern Spain

Tempranillo

16,888

US

A thick, tannic wine robust in blackberry, tar and tobacco, this full-bodied experience needs time to open in the glass.

85

54

California

Merlot

340

France

The nose is muted, despite the slight spritz of the wine, while the palate is equally toned down. It's a rounded if not very expressive white wine.

82

18

Alsace

Pinot Gris

7,073

US

Direct and thin, this Merlot has simple currant, cocoa, licorice and oakspice flavors that finish totally dry.

83

20

California

Merlot

128,067

US

This blend of Monterey and Santa Barbara county vineyards offers fresh aromas of lemon-lime soda, chives and a hint of smoke. The palate is framed around sour-sweet green apple, with more bitterness and tension coming from green pear flesh and citrus pith.

88

22

California

Chardonnay

38,327

US

Compost and pencil shaving scents meet reductive mushroom-like notes on the nose of this grippy, full-bodied wine that includes small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Bittersweet chocolate rounds out the finish.

87

55

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

36,653

US

Velvety, robust structure makes way for a textured, complex personality of baked plum, rhubarb and cola spice. That spice continues in lengthy spikes of clove and cinnamon, providing a warmth that complements and accents the concentration.

92

60

California

Pinot Noir

75,915

US

Ripe flavors and a plush texture have not gone out of style in this opulent and tasty Viognier. Although not technically sweet, it has all these great dessert flavors: hazelnuts, toasted almonds and poached pears. The finish lasts 30 seconds or more.

91

12

California

Viognier

113,041

Spain

Syrah is the lead grape on this blend, which also contains Cabernet Sauvignon and Garnacha. Spicy, gritty aromas are not uncommon for warm-climate Spanish Syrah, while a hard, tannic, dense mouthfeel and spicy, savory, tarry flavors finish peppery, with drying tannins. Drink through 2022.

90

27

Northern Spain

Red Blend

39,299

US

This late-disgorged wine has been released at the age of 11 years. It's a beautiful wine, notable especially for the ultrafine feeling of the mousse, or bubbles. So refined and silky. Rich too are the flavors, in limes, strawberries, toasty lees and minerals. A spectacular sparkling wine that has many years of development ahead.

95

50

California

Sparkling Blend

24,852

Spain

This fresh but generic Sauvignon Blanc offers white-fruit aromas and zesty passion fruit scents. The mouthfeel is juicy, while flavors of grapefruit, lime and orange finish with a touch of pithy bitterness. Along the way, riper notes of melon fade in and out.

87

10

Northern Spain

Sauvignon Blanc

9,513

US

This wine gives a big bear hug with aromas like wild berries and black pepper. Then sweet oak and rich, savory plum flavors emerge on the palate as the ripeness comes through. The finish is long and reverberates with the nutmeg spiciness of perfectly seasoned barrels.

92

30

California

Rhône-style Red Blend

10,734

US

This has a very deep color, even for this notoriously dark varietal. Complex aromas blend rich fruit with smoky, peppery notes, followed by mouthcoating flavors like dark-chocolate-covered blackberries. It doesn't mess around with overtly sweet oak, but stays dry, concentrated and focused. Best after 2020.

91

58

California

Petite Sirah

127,161

US

This is soft, sweet and syrupy, with a cherry pie flavor.

82

30

California

Pinot Noir

124,821

Spain

Dry, smoky, rubbery aromas announce this Rioja as traditional in style. The palate is healthy in feel and juicy, with smoky, savory flavors of chocolaty berry fruit and earth. On the finish, it's decidedly roasted and savory in character. Drink now through 2015.

88

20

Northern Spain

Red Blend

58,535

US

Also sourced from the McKinley Springs vineyard in Washington's Horse Heaven Hills AVA, this is the regular Syrah compared with the Opulence, the reserve. The wines are clearly differentiated, the Envy showing rougher edges, tougher tannins and a more tannic, earthy character. There's a strong herbal streak also; this wine definitely needs hearty foods to complement it.

87

32

Washington

Syrah

125,594

France

This wine comes from vines south of the Mont Sainte-Victoire and close to the edge of the Aix-en-Provence region. The cool vineyard site helps the wine keep extreme freshness. Plenty of wild strawberry flavors are lifted by acidity and a refreshing citrus edge.

90

16

Provence

Rosé

125,983

US

A bit cloudy and still tasting as if it came right out of the new French barrels in which it was fermented, this offers a rich and diverse texture and highlights of lemon oil, beeswax and Aplets & Cotlets. There's a lot going on here, in a blocky chunky, fruity style.

90

40

Oregon

Chardonnay

97,148

France

Ripe, soft and full bodied, this wine has fresh citrus and gooseberry flavors along with zesty lemon and a bright aftertaste. It needs a few more months to fill out, so drink from 2017.

87

28

Loire Valley

Sauvignon Blanc

38,163

US

Coming in an oddly shaped, squat bottle reminiscent of the Wild West, this unfiltered wine bursts with blackberry, purple flowers and turned loam aromas. On the palate, deep black currant fruit is accented with peppery spice, graphite and a sizzling acidity that burns from the tip to the back of the sip.

91

89

California

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

94,824

Argentina

When people ask us, “What's your favorite value wine from Argentina,” the pet answer is this one, Pascual Toso. A former Best Buy of the year, the '07 keeps the streak of great values alive. It's round, balanced and loaded with holes-free berry and cassis aromas and flavors. It is also layered, long and composed.

89

14

Mendoza Province

Malbec

24,127

US

From old vines dating to 1865, this is a hugely fragrant mountainous Zinfandel, with an abundance of raspberry and blackberry flavors. A wine with a huge presence and soft, rounded tannins, it's extremely yummy with a ton of peppery spice on the long finish.

92

28

California

Zinfandel

8,814

Argentina

Earthy berry aromas come with a touch of compost and rubber. This feels juicy, racy and slick, with red plum and raspberry leading the flavor charge. A fresh, lightly herbal finish is the final act.

87

16

Mendoza Province

Malbec

17,649

US

The famed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyard also produces amazing Syrah, as evidenced in this wine, with aromas of black pepper, blackberries, leather and spearmint. The palate is dominated by plump boysenberry flavors, cut with licorice-led, slightly strong tannins and a eucalyptus and pine sap character on the finish.

92

50

California

Syrah

99,828

US

This is Esterlina's off-dry Riesling, and it's as good in its semi-sweet way as a dry bottling. Shows the same brilliant acidity and delicious citrus, peach, wildflower and vanilla flavors, with a complex, honeyed richness.

89

19

California

Riesling

100,322

US

Light honeydew and gardenia aromas show on the pleasant and clean nose of this well-restrained Viognier. The sip is as zippy and persistent with acidity as can be without losing the varietal character, allowing the ripe Gala apple and Anjou pear to show through the racy frame.

91

28

California

Viognier

102,643

Germany

Puckery lime and lemon flavors collide into lavish streaks of honey and marmalade in this penetrating, lip-smacking kabinett. Delicately composed with the faintest hint of sweetness, it reverberates through a high-toned, tangerine finish. Drink now through 2018.

90

20

Mosel

Riesling

62,891

US

Tough in tannins, with an astringent, lockdown quality. That's the iron fist of this wine. The velvet glove is the rich, flamboyant core of blackberries and cassis. Give this young wine at least six years to come around.

92

65

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

34,162

Argentina

Slightly astringent on the nose, with floral berry and bramble aromas. The palate is tight and a little sharp, with fresh, almost tart raspberry and plum flavors. Cleansing on the finish due to high acidity. Seems more racy and less oaky than in the past.

84

13

Mendoza Province

Malbec

30,654

US

A good, rugged, everyday wine, sugary sweet and soft in the way of some superripe Cabernets but very rich in raspberry and cocoa flavor. The curious spelling of the vineyard designation on the label is hard to explain.

85

27

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

66,936

Portugal

Young and with great potential., this is a powerful, firmly tannic wine, full of wood-aging flavors. It is The dark tannins are lifted by a juicy edge that will be attractive as the wine develops although the wood needs time to soften. Drink from 2021.

94

110

Douro

Portuguese Red

10,588

Italy

This one-dimensional Brunello opens with overripe black fruit aromas. The dense palate offers sweet plum and mature black raspberry layered with notes of vanilla, mocha and balsam. Reflecting the warm vintage, it's shy on intensity and energy so drink soon.

87

45

Tuscany

Sangiovese

42,025

US

True to the Pride style, this Chardonnay is massively constructed, with an enormous blast of pineapple, orange and golden mango fruit, elaborated with sweet, smoky, caramelized oak. It's saved from being a mere fruit bomb by crisp acidity and a bracing minerality. Drink now for sheer hedonistic freshness.

93

47

California

Chardonnay

22,442

France

Full bodied and ripe, this Chardonnay is packed with yellow fruit and pear flavors, and it shows the steely, minerally character typical of Chablis. It has a youthful brightness on the finish, and it will fill out over the next few months.

89

80

Burgundy

Chardonnay

106,791

Italy

Earthy aromas of truffle, forest floor, used leather and a funky whiff of barnyard carry over to the firm palate along with ripe black cherry, clove and a hint of game. It's on the rustic side but full of personality.

88

55

Piedmont

Nebbiolo

7,588

France

Light, fresh and soft, this is a perfect starter for an evening for two. It has attractive sweet lime and peach flavors, with attendant acidity.

85

10

Champagne

Champagne Blend

97,477

Italy

Honeysuckle and green apple aromas follow over to the lively palate along with pear and a hint of lime. Vibrant acidity and a lively perlage give it a clean energized finish.

89

16

Veneto

Glera

73,967

US

A bit weak on the nose, this bottling gives off scents of charred toast and cold steel. The palate offers flavors of sour orange rind and tart apple flesh.

85

15

California

Chardonnay

56,500

US

A bit heavy, soft and dull, it has dried herb, green pea, oak and tropical fruit flavors, without much complexity. It's all right for drinking now.

83

20

California

Chardonnay

127,169

US

Some Cabernets can get away with high alcohol, but this one one can't. It doesn't have the richness of fruit or the structure. What you get is a light blackberry-jam flavor and even a vegetable note. This is unlikely to get better with age.

82

65

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

111,959

US

Nearing the 20-year anniversary of their winery, career vintners John Clark and Kelley Brophy Clark make solid wines such as this one, which shows marjoram, cardamom and crushed rose-petal aromas against a pomegranate juice frame. It's lush and lively once sipped, with dried strawberries and raspberries lifted with lavender and pencil lead, all flavors that keep going and going.

93

34

California

Pinot Noir

16,468

US

A good starter Pinot, if you're just learning about the variety. It's properly dry and silky, with red cherry, Dr. Pepper cola and spice flavors.

85

16

California

Pinot Noir

33,494

France

Smooth and creamy in texture, this rounded wine is cut easily by acidity, with a tangy background that gives a more mineral edge. With its fresh aftertaste, this is ready to drink. In the Thienpont family since 1946, Nicolas has been the winemaker and a key mover in this appellation since 1983.

87

20

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style White Blend

72,280

Italy

Made from a blend of Sangiovese, Colorino, Canaiolo and Ciliegiolo, this vibrant Rosso has sensations of black plum, ripe sour cherry, baking spices and Mediterranean herbs. The palate delivers brisk acidity and lithe tannins. Enjoy it soon with substantial first courses like pasta topped with meat sauce or four-cheese gnocchi.

87

18

Tuscany

Red Blend

2,503

US

A dense thicket of dark chocolate is prominent in this wine, alongside black raspberry and blackberry. Dried herb and pencil shavings also make their way through midpalate, atop a soft, approachable texture and full body.

88

75

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

25,984

Italy

Aromas of black currant, blue flower, tilled soil, menthol and cedar take center stage. The dense palate delivers mature black cherry, crushed raspberry, mocha, vanilla, nutmeg and a confectionery note. Velvety tannins provide the framework. Drink through 2022.

91

60

Veneto

Red Blend

40,478

US

Aromas of cocoa, herb, woodspice and blue and black fruit lead to lush, palate-coating dark fruit flavors that display depth and richness, backed by a dry lick of tannins.

91

32

Washington

Cabernet Sauvignon

6,081

Italy

Wild cherry, ripe strawberry, graphite, clove and licorice sensations emerge in this elegant red. It's well balanced and already enjoyable thanks to supple tannins and fresh acidity. It will provide easy-drinking pleasure over the next few years. Enjoy through 2017.

89

18

Tuscany

Sangiovese

48,133

France

Peach and pear make appearances on the nose, gently framed by a soft creaminess that continues on the palate. Hints of fresh citrus guide flavors towards freshness. Totally and charmingly balanced, the wine is just off dry.

89

20

Alsace

Pinot Gris

57,732

US

Tight-grained tannin plays a supporting role to this wine's undeniable earthiness, a mix of compost and wild mushroom. Subtle on the nose, the savory character gives way eventually to a density and concentration of brighter flavors, from cherry and citrus to spiky pine.

91

69

California

Pinot Noir

61,787

US

Modest orange and peach flavors are found in this oak-tinged wine. It offers the Chardonnay lover good pleasure.

84

18

California

Chardonnay

60,901

France

Expect ripe and open fruit from this Faiveley owned vineyard in Mercurey. The wine tastes soft, the tannins well integrated into the ripe cherry and berry fruits. It could age, but it is ready to drink now.

89

40

Burgundy

Pinot Noir

96,931

Spain

Briny, powdery white-fruit aromas are offset by vanilla cookie notes and a hint of bath soap. This feels foamy and chunky, while lemon-lime and melon flavors finish bland but inoffensive.

86

14

Catalonia

Sparkling Blend

24,176

France

This is a soft, fruity style of rosé, perfectly suited as an apéritif. It has attractive red currant and raspberry fruit, a light touch of tannin and balanced acidity, finishing elegant and crisp.

87

48

Champagne

Champagne Blend

109,617

Italy

This blend of Carricante and 20% Catarratto features aromas of dried chamomile flower, Spanish broom and acacia. The bright palate delivers citrus, raw pear, mineral and almond.

87

33

Sicily & Sardinia

White Blend

110,240

US

Dry and earthy, with blackberry, licorice, bacon, herb, tobacco and smoky oak flavors. At its best now, so drink up.

84

38

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

21,234

Spain

Blackberry aromas blend with open-grained oak to create a slightly charred bouquet. A bit acidic and edgy in feel, with a mix of herb, plum and berry flavors. Tight, juicy and a touch short on the finish, with dry, peppery spice notes. Drink now through 2014.

89

20

Northern Spain

Tempranillo

98,440

US

A brilliant Chardonnay. It's powerful and ripe in fruit, offering a blast of pineapple, green apple, Key lime pie and Meyer lemon tart flavors, accented with the buttered toast of oak. As intense as the fruit is, it's balanced by keen acidity and a stony minerality. Defines the elegant, opulent Russian River style.

94

72

California

Chardonnay

100,460

US

This Riesling has aromas that almost mimic a Chardonnay: toasty cream, vanilla, spice. On the palate, those more complex flavors continue, but are buoyed by some acidity and an intriguing touch of sweet flowers. Overall, a tasty sip.

84

13

New York

Riesling

50,423

Italy

This robust wine delivers aromas of spiced plum, stewed prune, vanilla and chocolate that carry through to the ripe, monolithic palate. Drink through 2020.

87

60

Tuscany

Sangiovese

44,345

US

Four vineyards – Ribbon Ridge, Momtazi, Maresh and Shea – are included here. Soft and seductive, this wine caresses the palate with silky fruit. Aromatically it weaves together red fruits, truffles and clean, earthy scents. It reaches just over 13% alcohol; truly Burgundian yet with an Oregon flair to the fruit flavors. It puts the lie to any notion that this was a poor vintage. Challenging to be sure, but great wines were made in 2007, and this is one of them.

93

30

Oregon

Pinot Noir

54,965

US

This pulls off the neat trick of being both light and dense, with fruit running the gamut from strawberry to cherry to cassis. Deeply concentrated, and with lovely purity and length, this is delicious now but will surely drink even better in a few years. Drink 2018 through 2028.

93

58

Oregon

Pinot Noir

120,825

France

This wine comes from one of Côtes de Provence historic cru classé estates. It is a ripe and smooth wine with crisp acidity and a fine bite of spice. The wine is packed with red fruits and finished with refreshing acidity.

88

20

Provence

Rosé

4,833

US

A bit too brittle and tart to earn a higher score. Could be bottle shock, but it's hard to tell. Tasted in May, the wine showed mint-infused cherry flavors and turned sharp on the finish. Made from 100% Grenache.

85

32

California

Grenache

86,029

Italy

Opening aromas recall leafy underbrush, tobacco and toast. The palate delivers rich black cherry layered with coffee and chocolate. It's ready to enjoy now but can still maintain for a few more years.

88

30

Tuscany

Sangiovese