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

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81,465	US	Though Washington is rarely recognized for its Gewürztraminers, the grape does exceptionally well here, and Celilo in particular has become a treasured hunting ground for winemakers specializing in the grape. This one is a gem: spicy and off-dry, it expands across the palate with authority and precision. Rather than sweetly floral, it leans toward flavors that are sweetly grassy, but lets pretty rose petal highlights fill in the back of the palate.	89	14	Washington	Gewürztraminer
30,037	US	Black olive tapenade, cedar and tobacco combine for a memorable effect in this largely structured wine, its tannins and oaks still resolving on the palate. From historic family-farmed vineyard, it's a powerful wine that will benefit with time; cellar through 2020.	90	45	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
78,555	France	With some tannins and with bright red fruits, this wine is structured and has attractive acidity. A perfumed wine with a fruity future, it will be ready to drink from 2018.	87	26	Burgundy	Pinot Noir
56,403	US	Simple and fruity, with upfront blackberry jam, cherry, currant and cocoa flavors, wrapped into fine, smooth tannins. Tasty, but lacks definition and complexity.	85	44	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
11,245	US	Understated on the nose, with hints of fresh strawberries and raspberries, this bone-dry rosé is quite penetrating on the palate, with a deep red-fruit flavor and a vein of crushed-stone minerality.	88	15	New York	Rosé
55,328	France	This is a fruity effort, with a blackberry note that is laced with attractive tannins and acids. With its smooth, ripe texture and full mouthfeel, this is already approachable.	87	10	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
102,242	Italy	New leather, wild berry, violet, white pepper and dark spice aromas come together in the glass. The elegantly structured savory palate offers a nice depth of flavors including ripe morello cherry, crushed raspberry, star anise and clove. Tightly wound refined tannins provide the firm polished framework. Drink 2018–2028.	93	58	Piedmont	Nebbiolo
70,562	US	As delicious as Pinot Noir gets, this has fireworks of raspberries, cherries and cola, and a sweet, mushroom-like essence of earth. Then the depth kicks in. It's not a big, tannic wine, but rather soft, with enormous charm and immediate appeal. Drink now–2016.	91	65	California	Pinot Noir
31,864	Spain	Scratchy, herbal aromas settle on tar, asphalt, tart red fruits and leather. The palate on this cutting Rioja is pushy and full of bold acidity, while oak and herbal berry flavors finish minty and spicy, with a ringing, acid-driven feel.	86	17	Northern Spain	Tempranillo
104,581	US	There's a characteristic funk on many unfiltered bottlings from this winery, and it works for this wine. Tangy, fermenting plum aromas give backbone to scents of purple fruit and black pepper. The intriguing flavors center on red cherry fruit, but carry oregano, parsley and Camembert cheese elements as well.	90	25	California	Zinfandel
91,033	US	A pleasure to taste a Cabernet this rich in fruit, yet one that finishes so dry. It's delicious in blackberries, currants and mocha, wrapped into sweetly smooth tannins. It's a little high in alcohol and soft in acidity. Drink now.	88	50	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
11,281	Portugal	A smooth and fruity wine that has soft tannins and a rich, juicy character. It is full of damson and black plum fruits, ripe and jammy at the end. Drink now.	86	12	Douro	Portuguese Red
80,604	Italy	Aromas of wild berry, blue flower and cooking spice lead the nose on this quintessential Barbaresco. The palate has youthful tension, showing black raspberry, dark cherry, licorice, chopped mint and menthol alongside firm, refined tannins and fresh acidity.	92	39	Piedmont	Nebbiolo
26,807	Italy	The last vintage from vines planted in 1936, this offers aromas suggesting toast, oak, vanilla, forest floor, graphite and a whiff of eucalyptus. The firm, concentrated palate offers dried black cherry, cranberry, game, and a note of exotic spice alongside a backbone of fine-grained tannins.	90	80	Piedmont	Nebbiolo
129,680	Portugal	Old vines in a field blend give a rich structured wine that has dark tannins and powerful black fruits. It is firm, very concentrated with dense fruit as much as dense tannins. This wine could still age another few months, so drink from 2017.	93	39	Douro	Portuguese Red
53,496	US	Champagne is the model for this ultraclassy wine. The aromas explode with toast, lees and the most delicately fragrant citrus and raspberry notes. It turns rich and subtle in the mouth. There’s a suggestion of fruit, but it’s really quite dry. The quality difference is in the harmony, elegance and balance. This is seriously good sparkling wine.	91	21	California	Champagne Blend
90,377	Spain	Melon aromas are a touch mealy and suggest cantaloupe that's past its peak. A foamy palate is coarse, while tastes of burnt orange and red plum. On the finish, this dissipates quickly.	86	17	Catalonia	Sparkling Blend
124,432	US	This is a blend of 92% Sauvignon Blanc and 8% Sémillon. It was partially barrel-fermented and then aged on the lees. It is a very great example of its genre, one of the best in memory. Shows intricate layers of Meyer lemons, kefir limes and white peaches, offset by crisp acidity and minerals but softened with buttercream and buttered toast. A vibrant, immaculate wine, one of the Sauvignon Blanc stars of the vintage.	95	40	California	Sauvignon Blanc
124,894	US	Toast, lightly roasted Marcona almonds, a touch of hazelnut and hints of melon and lemon blossom converge on the nose of this delicious and cleanly made wine. The flavors are savory, full of lemon zest and sea salt, hinged together by lines of well-rounded acidity. It would pair with everything from lighter fish dishes to smoked chicken.	93	38	California	Chardonnay
610	US	A touch of oak adds a sweet, smoky creaminess to this wine, but it's really dominated by Sauvignon Blanc's acidity and racy spearmint and tropical fruit. The alcohol is moderate, making it easy to drink.	87	17	California	Sauvignon Blanc
34,794	Spain	Forward and direct up front, this has a yeasty but fresh apple aroma. It feels clean and ready, with lemon-lime and kiwi flavors that lead to a fresh finish. This is textbook Cava with some sweetness.	85	12	Catalonia	Sparkling Blend
80,475	US	This is full of personality, with a vivid herbaceous aroma, and savory, herbal accents surrounding the raspberry and cranberry flavors. The balance is great, with firm tannins and fresh acidity. Flavors are tasty, unconventional and memorable.	90	26	California	Zinfandel
77,303	US	Comprised of ripe raspberry and cherry fruit; sweet, smoky new oak; and brisk, citrusy acidity; this dry Pinot Noir is fine and elegant. As for its ageability, all suggestions are to drink it over the next four years, before the fruit drops out.	91	58	California	Pinot Noir
35,145	Italy	Packaged in one of the squat, round bottles to emerge from the Prosecco area of northern Italy, this vintage-dated bubbly offers aromas of dried hay, talc powder, white flower and stone fruit. Steely, firm perlage contributes to a sensation of dryness.	86	14	Veneto	Glera
31,718	US	A big, juicy, fruit-bomb of a rosé, this Knight's Gambit from Erath mixes flavors of rosewater, watermelon, strawberries and cocoa in a big, broad, forward, palate-pleasing wine. The pretty pink color is from skin contact with the Pinot Gris—no red wine was added.	88	22	Oregon	Pinot Gris
32,432	US	Crisp and high in acidity, this wine mixes cinnamon, vanilla and pear flavors, accented by a note of exotic orange blossom on the nose. With a low presence of oak and medium body, it remains fresh and vibrant in the glass, offering a hit of toast and vanilla on the finish.	89	38	California	Chardonnay
107,212	Spain	Kiwi and lemon-lime aromas lead to a tight, stony palate. White-fruit flavors are more savory and briny than pure, while this evaporates and finishes with elegance. For a fresh style of cava, this brut nature rings true.	89	17	Catalonia	Sparkling Blend
77,642	US	The alcohol is under 11%, and there is a sweet, honeyed peach flavor underlying tart green apple fruit. It's like biting into an apple tart, with the same mix of fruit, cinnamon, honey caramel, and fresh-baked crust. A substantial 6.6% residual sugar.	89	13	Washington	Riesling
13,936	US	This is 100% varietal, with a mix of vineyard sources including Champoux, Weinbau, Conner Lee and Dineen. It's a carefully crafted blend of different AVAs; a bright and clean example of Washington state Cabernet. Firm, compact, with blue and purple fruits, just a hint of barrel age and polished tannins.	89	25	Washington	Cabernet Sauvignon
8,967	US	Lush, soft and delicious, this has flavors of chocolate, ripe crushed summer blackberries and a hint of dried currants. This richness is augmented by lots of smoky, sweet oak. It could develop in the bottle, but the fruit might fall out before the tannins soften.	89	125	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
117,545	US	This soft, jammy wine from a good vintage is medium bodied and not overly oaken, offering black cherry and vanilla in equal measure. On the finish is a note of pomegranate puree.	88	40	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
28,963	US	Tough, dry and gritty in tannins, with a bite of acidity. There's a solid core of blackberries, ripe and sweet from the summer sun, but this wine isn't offering much, and it finishes a bit on the hot side.	86	48	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
127,820	US	High-toned aromas of cherry and red plum entice on this surprisingly robust Finger Lakes Pinot Noir. Concentrated flavors of cherry and wild strawberry are brambly and tart, with shades of granite that linger elegantly on the palate.	89	47	New York	Pinot Noir
17,820	Italy	This is a delicate and feminine copper-colored Pinot Grigio made by Francesco and Fulvio Zorzettig that boasts finely tuned aromas of white rose, peach and exotic fruit. It offers zesty acidity and a crisp, cleansing close.	86	18	Northeastern Italy	Pinot Grigio
75,116	US	Herbal and peppery, with a brambly character to the cranberry/raspberry fruit, this seems to be hiding the influence of aging in 25% new French oak. Extra time in the bottle could bump up the score.	87	35	Oregon	Pinot Noir
87,024	Portugal	This mint and red-berry-flavored wine is still firm with tannins. The juicy black-currant character is lifted by acidity, but the dry core is persistent and likely to remain. Drink now.	89	23	Douro	Portuguese Red
16,436	US	Light aromas of vanilla, coconut, exotic spices and blue fruit are followed by plump, tart fruit flavors and firm, somewhat astringent tannins. There are a lot of good things going on but the tannins need to be tamed.	89	35	Washington	Tempranillo
95,968	France	This is a sweet Pinot Gris that is honeyed and very rich. Light spice notes are buoyed by explosive apricot and pineapple flavors, yielding a wine that's great for capping off a meal.	89	32	Alsace	Pinot Gris
123,418	France	This is ripe and soft, with its red fruits well integrated into the rounded texture. There is a crisp edge to the wine, with spice, lemon and apple skin flavors.	87	30	Provence	Rosé
30,075	Spain	Baked and heavy, this has prune, raisin and jammy berry aromas. The weightiness carries onto the palate, which is chewy and smooth. Flavors of blackberry, spice and jammy syrup lead to a finish with a chocolaty tone. Tasted twice, with consistent results.	85	45	Catalonia	Red Blend
1,563	Italy	Recently implemented winemaker and cellar changes make this one of the best Sassicaias ever. This Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc blend delivers thick concentration and sun-kissed aromas of black fruit, prune, dried bay leaf, black olive and tobacco. The thick, fertile soils that characterize the magical strip of coastal Tuscany at Bol-gheri help shape amazing richness and intensity.	97	220	Tuscany	Red Blend
72,013	Italy	Underbrush, oak and crushed mint aromas lead the nose. The palate is firm, evoking macerated cherry, star anise and vanilla flavors enveloped in dusty tannins that leave a grainy finish.	88	35	Tuscany	Sangiovese
78,136	US	Relatively light in color, this lower-alcohol wine from a vineyard in the Corralitos area shows dried rose petals, bergamot, lavender, cinnamon and a tiny bit of mushroomy funk on the nose. Once sipped, pomegranate, dark cranberry and orange-peel elements are lifted by pencil lead, rosemary and a strong thyme component.	94	59	California	Pinot Noir
123,559	US	As you might infer from the name, this tastes sweet. It appeals to consumers who enjoy the trend of sugary red wines. You could almost drink it as a dessert sipper, with its candied blackberry and cherry flavors.	83	13	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
62,943	Australia	Dark, smoky aromas have high-toned black cherry fruit underneath. On the palate, the smoke and black cherry continue, on a rather slight, feminine frame. A wine that will complement, not overpower, food.	87	24	South Australia	Grenache
110,007	Argentina	Compact, inky aromas of blackberry, balsamic notes, earth and smoke are complete. This is lively yet full-bodied in feel, with dark, toasty black-fruit flavors that come with hints of chocolate, pepper, herbs and fig. A long, toasty, slightly hot and burning finish keeps this smoldering for a while. Drink through 2018.	92	40	Mendoza Province	Malbec
101,871	France	A dry wine with firm tannins over the juicy red-cherry fruits. It is structured, while likely to develop well over the next few years. The wood and fruit are both attractive at this stage.	89	50	Burgundy	Pinot Noir
100,328	France	Based in the Marne Valley, this producer is a specialist in Pinot Meunier—here, it's 90% of the blend. The orange-pink wine is full of red fruits balanced with attractive acidity. A light tannic edge gives the wine a final bite.	88	50	Champagne	Champagne Blend
87,342	US	Fermented and aged in both stainless steel and neutral oak, this wine opens with a heady aroma of lemon cookie covered in powdered sugar, as a spicier element of lemongrass rears its head. Bright in acidity and focused, this textured white also shows highlights of grapefruit and dried herb.	91	26	California	Sauvignon Blanc
50,136	Spain	Floral cherry, raspberry and aged wood aromas are elegant and mature. This Rioja is in regal condition, with smooth tannins and integrated acidity. Dried cherry, red plum, herbs and vanilla create a classic Rioja flavor profile. A supple, long finish puts this in perfect drinking shape, which doesn't mean it can't last another through 2025 or so.	94	65	Northern Spain	Tempranillo Blend
117,195	US	Aromas of vanilla, spice box, toast and jammy red fruit are followed by quite elegant fruit flavors. The tannins seem a bit bunched up.	88	34	Washington	Merlot
12,891	US	All Pepper Bridge vineyard fruit—62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Syrah—this is right in line with the excellent 2006 Sayulita, which came from the Lefore Vineyard. Bright fruit, tart and tangy, gives a juicy, fresh quality to the mouthfeel. Lots of high-acid berry flavors, are accented by light chocolate and caramel notes from 20 months in second and third use French oak.	91	40	Washington	Red Blend
67,134	Italy	Made with Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, this opens with aromas of raspberry jam and underbrush along with whiffs of coffee and vanilla. The medium-bodied palate delivers mature plum, vanilla and white pepper alongside smooth tannins.	88	65	Tuscany	Red Blend
67,689	France	It's the smoky flavors and acidity that dominate this fresh wine. It has hints of black-currant flavors that may develop although the wine is light and shows more dry tannins than fruit at this stage. Think about waiting until 2018.	85	15	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
4,151	France	Now approaching its peak, this vintage blend balances the three primary Champagne grapes in equal proportion. It's ripe, yet still crisp, with attractive hints of toast and a full, rich, creamy background. Full-bodied and beautiful, it's ready to drink.	92	55	Champagne	Champagne Blend
48,037	Italy	A drying touch of talcum powder or crushed white pepper is followed by beautifully intense notes of peach, apricot and honey. This has extra sweetness and softness on the finish.	87	17	Veneto	Glera
45,589	US	Made with 75% Merlot with the rest Cabernet Franc, this wine commands attention with aromas of dried and fresh herbs, black fruit, toast and flowers. The dark fruit flavors are rich, layered and tightly coiled, captivating attention with spot-on balance.	94	32	Washington	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
56,706	France	There is a toughness to this young wine that will take time to soften. On the other hand, there is plenty going for it with the smoky black fruits and acidity and the warm aftertaste. Drink from 2019.	87	16	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style Red Blend
121,664	Spain	For Navarra, this is a fairly ripe Cab. The nose shows baked black fruits, cola, herbs and maturity, while the palate is definitely racy and juicy as the acidity is what's keeping this baby plowing ahead. For New World Cab fans this will seem thin and tart; but given its domain and age, we like it as an Old World throwback.	87	29	Northern Spain	Cabernet Sauvignon
123,084	Argentina	The nose offers a fine mix of floral berry, dusty earth and classic Malbec richness, while the palate is juicy, balanced and tastes of cassis, blackberry, fresh plum, cracked pepper and baking spices. Full and long on the finish, and overall it's right where you want it to be. Drink now through 2011.	92	29	Mendoza Province	Malbec
87,273	US	From a winery focused on Alsatian wines since starting in 1983, this tremendous Gewürztraminer is redolent with grilled lemon peels, lilac and a chalky minerality. On the elegant and tasty palate, there are white rocks, roasted nectarines, yellow apples and noticeable salinity.	92	20	California	Gewürztraminer
81,971	Argentina	This almost translucent brick-colored Pinot offers aromas of lettuce leaf, orange peel and dried red fruits. It's light, edgy and fresh in feel, with flavors of salted meat and herbal plum. A tangy citric finish is primed with racy acidity. Fermented and aged in egg-shaped cement tanks.	89	30	Mendoza Province	Pinot Noir
47,982	Italy	Crushed violet, red berry, mint and menthol aromas lead the nose. The firm palate offers dried red cherry, raw strawberry, licorice, white pepper and sage alongside grippy tannins that leave an astringent finish. Give the tannins a few more years to unclench then enjoy before the remaining fruit fades.	88	94	Piedmont	Nebbiolo
86,220	US	A fine, everyday Merlot, although a little rough, but nicely ripe and sweet in raspberry and cherry flavors. It's a country-style wine that will pair well with beef.	85	17	California	Merlot
74,035	US	This richer expression of Pinot Noir kicks off with vanilla and warm cherry sauce on the nose, along with a bit of caramel, enabling it to appeal to lovers of darker red wines. The sip delivers a great depth of berry fruit as well as elegant purple flowers. A chipped-slate minerality is further lifted by dried thyme and bay leaf, making for a hearty but balanced sip.	93	82	California	Pinot Noir
825	Italy	Roasted coffee bean, underbrush, toast and allspice lead the nose on this big wine. The one-dimensional palate offers dense cherry extract, licorice and the warmth of alcohol. It's already evolved so drink now.	86	70	Tuscany	Sangiovese
92,232	Spain	A mix of smoke and toast blends with fresh, crisp citrus aromas on the nose. That's followed by a foamy, reactive palate with flavors of pink grapefruit, orange, pepper and caramel. This remains foamy on the finish, which is peppery and slightly bitter in flavor.	87	18	Catalonia	Sparkling Blend
3,368	US	Planted in 1965, these are the oldest examples of this variety in the country. Jason Lett showcases this special fruit in this natural wine with no sulfites added and no cold stabilization. Light gold in color, the crisp apple flavors are forward, the balance is spot on and the finish polished. Drink now through 2020.	92	41	Oregon	Pinot Gris
89,955	US	This is an old-style, rustic Zin. It's tannic and high in alcohol, with wild berry jam, currant, spice and heady liqueur flavors. A little pricy, but a sound, robust wine with plenty of forthright character.	87	32	California	Zinfandel
83,707	Spain	Cranberry and currant aromas come with hints of herbs and juniper. An astringent initial mouthfeel turns more complex with airing. Flavors of berry and plum are roasted and rubbery. It finishes on the grabby side, with chunky tannins. Drink through 2020.	89	195	Northern Spain	Tempranillo Blend
85,471	US	Coconut macaroon and blueberry and blackberry preserves make for a juicy, satisfying mountain-grown wine that sparks in black pepper, before finishing full of fresh acidity and complexity. Light bodied and restrained in oak and tannin, it's ready to enjoy now.	92	68	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
44,699	Italy	Here's a classic interpretation of Brunello with territory-driven aromas of forest berry, cassis, toasted almond, moist earth and blue flower. Le Bruciate does a very nice job of expressing the elegance of Sangiovese Grosso.	89	32	Tuscany	Sangiovese Grosso
120,817	US	This light take on the variety shares a focused fruitiness of strawberry and raspberry flavor amid a core of earthy cola, bark and black licorice. Thick on the palate, it finishes with a swirl of brightness and lasting acidity.	90	45	California	Pinot Noir
118,255	Portugal	The estate wine of Romaneira is aged for 14 months in wood. This doesn't mask the fruit although it certainly gives it extra richness. Dark and structured, the black fruit is laced with licorice, spice and firm tannins. The wine will benefit from time, so drink from 2018.	93	35	Douro	Portuguese Red
84,696	US	A blend with 5% Tannat and 5% Petit Verdot, this wine is squarely focused on pitch black minerality; freshly turned soil and crushed graphite notes overwhelm the fruit. The palate's chipped slate and crushed lava rock flavors also contribute to its dark presence, its dusty tannins shyly revealing hints of blueberry and blackberry.	89	52	California	Petite Sirah
64,911	Italy	This hearty red opens with aromas of wild cherry, black raspberry and chopped mint. The solid, monolithic palate offers dried cherry, star anise and coffee alongside velvety tannins. Drink through 2019.	88	75	Tuscany	Sangiovese
118,106	France	Richly fruity, this is a wine in progress. Its acidity and texture are still coming together to give a crisp wine with ripe fruit. Lemon and lime flavors will add a refreshing background. Drink from late 2017.	88	17	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style White Blend
3,059	US	The aromas are light, with notes of freshly cut apple and spice. It drinks dry with elegantly styled fruit flavors that linger on the finish. It shows a very pretty styling.	88	27	Washington	Gewürztraminer
129,697	US	This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Tempranillo comes from four estate vineyards. It's direct and appealing with plump, juicy notes of coffee bean, herbs, dried cherries, and vanilla.	87	16	Washington	Red Blend
89,072	US	The delicate but intriguing nose on this wine from young but experienced vintner Michael Callahan shows dried honey, lemon blossoms, beach sand, yellow cake and a touch of coconut shavings. It's rich and waxy on the palate, with flavors of cooked Meyer lemon, yellow flowers and a petrol-driven grip.	91	22	California	Riesling
27,979	US	Aromas of raspberry, black licorice, woodspice, toast and cherry are followed by abundant red- and black-fruit flavors. There's plenty of richness and a finish that won't quit.	91	50	Washington	Red Blend
10,880	US	From a warm vintage, this aromatic offering has notes of candy corn, corn silk, pear and tropical fruit. It's full bodied with sweet fruit flavors that have a creamy feel and lead to a lingering finish.	90	20	Washington	Chardonnay
90,472	US	Remarkably intriguing aromas of dragon's blood spice (a Southeast Asian incense) as well as cinnamon and dried raspberries arise on this wine by Dan and Thérèse Martin. The palate is also highly floral, like sipping a purple bouquet, with violet and ollallieberry flavors that linger after your sip is done.	93	28	California	Syrah
52,493	US	This oddly shaped bottle of lightly colored wine shows aromas of boysenberry, dried rose petals, cranberry soda and minty root beer. The flavors reflect the nose, showing rose hips and pomegranate, proving very flavorful and refreshingly light.	88	17	California	Rhône-style Red Blend
13,841	US	Floral and inviting in vanilla and caramel, this wine tastes bigger and richer than it is, offering more in the way of ripeness and texture than acidity. It finishes full bodied.	86	30	California	Chardonnay
55,047	Italy	This inexpensive, delicious fresh wine has good depth of concentration and long, vanilla flavors.	85	9	Northeastern Italy	Pinot Grigio
44,383	Italy	This easygoing red opens with delicate aromas of violet and red berry. The fresh, easy-drinking palate offers juicy wild cherry and a light note of white pepper alongside pliant tannins and bright acidity. It's made for sheer drinking pleasure so enjoy soon.	87	19	Tuscany	Red Blend
20,432	France	In 2001, Aliénor and Alexandre de Malet Roquefort bought this property which is 15 minutes southeast of their Château La Gaffelière. From 8.5 acres of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Muscadelle, this is a rounded, soft wine that promises well. It is going towards the tropical fruit area with its apricot and pineapple flavors. Behind, the acidity is tangy and crisp with a tight, nervy aftertaste.	88	15	Bordeaux	Bordeaux-style White Blend
129,411	Italy	Aromas of culinary spice, prune and a whiff of woodland berry take center stage on this smooth red. The ripe palate shows dried red cherry, fig, clove and a hint of bitter almond alongside polished tannins. Drink sooner rather than later to capture the fruit and freshness.	89	15	Veneto	Red Blend
81,782	US	A mix of Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Carignan, this perennial favorite is partially co-fermented and blended early; delivering unusual complexity and seamlessness at this young age. Light red fruits, leavened with brioche, dotted with pepper and toffee, create a tart, racy, juicy red wine which takes quaffable to a whole new level.	90	18	Washington	Red Blend
33,887	France	This is a ripe and soft wine, full of strawberry flavors and gentle acidity. That makes for balanced wine with a light texture and a delicious fruitiness. A bite of spice at the end gives a delicate aftertaste.	89	49	Champagne	Champagne Blend
8,302	US	After three years in tirage, this 78% Pinot Noir-22% Chardonnay sparkling blend reveals complex golden apple crisp and honeycomb notes. An homage to diversity, vanilla and peach purée tones add to the flavor of this richly rewarding, lively wine.	92	65	California	Sparkling Blend
73,483	US	Meant to impart the meaning of the “true” Sonoma Coast, this bottling hails from Campbell Ranch near Annapolis. It impresses with its lush complexity: cherry grenadine and forest floor scents, with cardamom spice and a hint of orange peel. It's full-bodied and densely powerful.	94	50	California	Pinot Noir
21,481	US	Vanilla, herb, pencil box and spice aromas are followed by sweet cherry flavors in this wine. Lightly tacky tannins provide support.	87	15	Washington	Merlot
77,002	Italy	This opens with a pretty fragrance of violet, exotic spice and perfumed berry. The juicy palate doles out ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry, freshly ground pepper, mocha and anisette. It's nicely balanced with fresh acidity and firm but polished tannins.	92	69	Piedmont	Nebbiolo
16,318	US	There's an elegant weave to the aromas of this bottling, with soy, dried dill, peppercorns, crushed gravel and a touch of cedar laced throughout the black fruit on the nose. Perfectly rounded black currant, black cassis and black cherry fruits show on the sip, which is leveled by violets and pencil shavings.	94	65	California	Cabernet Sauvignon
16,304	US	Grass and gooseberry are prominent on the nose and palate in this crisp SB, bright in dialed-high acidity. That sense of vibrant freshness mellows somewhat midway through the wine, allowing it to finish with a lushness on the tongue.	87	32	California	Sauvignon Blanc
78,690	Argentina	Berry aromas come in front of a sharp, plummy palate. This tastes herbal, spicy and woody, with dry berry flavors that turn tangy, edgy and oaky on the finish.	83	11	Mendoza Province	Cabernet Sauvignon
119,031	US	From the producer's BCD Vineyard—where it also grows Pinot Noir—this bold, big-boned red is smooth, simple and soft, accented with raspberry, vanilla, lavender and mocha notes. Its acidity is subtle and supportive, providing underlying freshness from start to finish.	88	28	California	Syrah
11,338	US	A 100% varietal, single-vineyard estate wine, at the top of the producer's heap, this was given almost two years in French oak, half of it new, the other half once-filled. Juicy, it offers refined layers of herb, currant and clove, making for a soft, complex and lightly spicy experience. With sizable structure and depth, it can be enjoyed now through 2022.	93	225	California	Cabernet Sauvignon

81,465

US

Though Washington is rarely recognized for its Gewürztraminers, the grape does exceptionally well here, and Celilo in particular has become a treasured hunting ground for winemakers specializing in the grape. This one is a gem: spicy and off-dry, it expands across the palate with authority and precision. Rather than sweetly floral, it leans toward flavors that are sweetly grassy, but lets pretty rose petal highlights fill in the back of the palate.

89

14

Washington

Gewürztraminer

30,037

US

Black olive tapenade, cedar and tobacco combine for a memorable effect in this largely structured wine, its tannins and oaks still resolving on the palate. From historic family-farmed vineyard, it's a powerful wine that will benefit with time; cellar through 2020.

90

45

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

78,555

France

With some tannins and with bright red fruits, this wine is structured and has attractive acidity. A perfumed wine with a fruity future, it will be ready to drink from 2018.

87

26

Burgundy

Pinot Noir

56,403

US

Simple and fruity, with upfront blackberry jam, cherry, currant and cocoa flavors, wrapped into fine, smooth tannins. Tasty, but lacks definition and complexity.

85

44

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

11,245

US

Understated on the nose, with hints of fresh strawberries and raspberries, this bone-dry rosé is quite penetrating on the palate, with a deep red-fruit flavor and a vein of crushed-stone minerality.

88

15

New York

Rosé

55,328

France

This is a fruity effort, with a blackberry note that is laced with attractive tannins and acids. With its smooth, ripe texture and full mouthfeel, this is already approachable.

87

10

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

102,242

Italy

New leather, wild berry, violet, white pepper and dark spice aromas come together in the glass. The elegantly structured savory palate offers a nice depth of flavors including ripe morello cherry, crushed raspberry, star anise and clove. Tightly wound refined tannins provide the firm polished framework. Drink 2018–2028.

93

58

Piedmont

Nebbiolo

70,562

US

As delicious as Pinot Noir gets, this has fireworks of raspberries, cherries and cola, and a sweet, mushroom-like essence of earth. Then the depth kicks in. It's not a big, tannic wine, but rather soft, with enormous charm and immediate appeal. Drink now–2016.

91

65

California

Pinot Noir

31,864

Spain

Scratchy, herbal aromas settle on tar, asphalt, tart red fruits and leather. The palate on this cutting Rioja is pushy and full of bold acidity, while oak and herbal berry flavors finish minty and spicy, with a ringing, acid-driven feel.

86

17

Northern Spain

Tempranillo

104,581

US

There's a characteristic funk on many unfiltered bottlings from this winery, and it works for this wine. Tangy, fermenting plum aromas give backbone to scents of purple fruit and black pepper. The intriguing flavors center on red cherry fruit, but carry oregano, parsley and Camembert cheese elements as well.

90

25

California

Zinfandel

91,033

US

A pleasure to taste a Cabernet this rich in fruit, yet one that finishes so dry. It's delicious in blackberries, currants and mocha, wrapped into sweetly smooth tannins. It's a little high in alcohol and soft in acidity. Drink now.

88

50

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

11,281

Portugal

A smooth and fruity wine that has soft tannins and a rich, juicy character. It is full of damson and black plum fruits, ripe and jammy at the end. Drink now.

86

12

Douro

Portuguese Red

80,604

Italy

Aromas of wild berry, blue flower and cooking spice lead the nose on this quintessential Barbaresco. The palate has youthful tension, showing black raspberry, dark cherry, licorice, chopped mint and menthol alongside firm, refined tannins and fresh acidity.

92

39

Piedmont

Nebbiolo

26,807

Italy

The last vintage from vines planted in 1936, this offers aromas suggesting toast, oak, vanilla, forest floor, graphite and a whiff of eucalyptus. The firm, concentrated palate offers dried black cherry, cranberry, game, and a note of exotic spice alongside a backbone of fine-grained tannins.

90

80

Piedmont

Nebbiolo

129,680

Portugal

Old vines in a field blend give a rich structured wine that has dark tannins and powerful black fruits. It is firm, very concentrated with dense fruit as much as dense tannins. This wine could still age another few months, so drink from 2017.

93

39

Douro

Portuguese Red

53,496

US

Champagne is the model for this ultraclassy wine. The aromas explode with toast, lees and the most delicately fragrant citrus and raspberry notes. It turns rich and subtle in the mouth. There’s a suggestion of fruit, but it’s really quite dry. The quality difference is in the harmony, elegance and balance. This is seriously good sparkling wine.

91

21

California

Champagne Blend

90,377

Spain

Melon aromas are a touch mealy and suggest cantaloupe that's past its peak. A foamy palate is coarse, while tastes of burnt orange and red plum. On the finish, this dissipates quickly.

86

17

Catalonia

Sparkling Blend

124,432

US

This is a blend of 92% Sauvignon Blanc and 8% Sémillon. It was partially barrel-fermented and then aged on the lees. It is a very great example of its genre, one of the best in memory. Shows intricate layers of Meyer lemons, kefir limes and white peaches, offset by crisp acidity and minerals but softened with buttercream and buttered toast. A vibrant, immaculate wine, one of the Sauvignon Blanc stars of the vintage.

95

40

California

Sauvignon Blanc

124,894

US

Toast, lightly roasted Marcona almonds, a touch of hazelnut and hints of melon and lemon blossom converge on the nose of this delicious and cleanly made wine. The flavors are savory, full of lemon zest and sea salt, hinged together by lines of well-rounded acidity. It would pair with everything from lighter fish dishes to smoked chicken.

93

38

California

Chardonnay

610

US

A touch of oak adds a sweet, smoky creaminess to this wine, but it's really dominated by Sauvignon Blanc's acidity and racy spearmint and tropical fruit. The alcohol is moderate, making it easy to drink.

87

17

California

Sauvignon Blanc

34,794

Spain

Forward and direct up front, this has a yeasty but fresh apple aroma. It feels clean and ready, with lemon-lime and kiwi flavors that lead to a fresh finish. This is textbook Cava with some sweetness.

85

12

Catalonia

Sparkling Blend

80,475

US

This is full of personality, with a vivid herbaceous aroma, and savory, herbal accents surrounding the raspberry and cranberry flavors. The balance is great, with firm tannins and fresh acidity. Flavors are tasty, unconventional and memorable.

90

26

California

Zinfandel

77,303

US

Comprised of ripe raspberry and cherry fruit; sweet, smoky new oak; and brisk, citrusy acidity; this dry Pinot Noir is fine and elegant. As for its ageability, all suggestions are to drink it over the next four years, before the fruit drops out.

91

58

California

Pinot Noir

35,145

Italy

Packaged in one of the squat, round bottles to emerge from the Prosecco area of northern Italy, this vintage-dated bubbly offers aromas of dried hay, talc powder, white flower and stone fruit. Steely, firm perlage contributes to a sensation of dryness.

86

14

Veneto

Glera

31,718

US

A big, juicy, fruit-bomb of a rosé, this Knight's Gambit from Erath mixes flavors of rosewater, watermelon, strawberries and cocoa in a big, broad, forward, palate-pleasing wine. The pretty pink color is from skin contact with the Pinot Gris—no red wine was added.

88

22

Oregon

Pinot Gris

32,432

US

Crisp and high in acidity, this wine mixes cinnamon, vanilla and pear flavors, accented by a note of exotic orange blossom on the nose. With a low presence of oak and medium body, it remains fresh and vibrant in the glass, offering a hit of toast and vanilla on the finish.

89

38

California

Chardonnay

107,212

Spain

Kiwi and lemon-lime aromas lead to a tight, stony palate. White-fruit flavors are more savory and briny than pure, while this evaporates and finishes with elegance. For a fresh style of cava, this brut nature rings true.

89

17

Catalonia

Sparkling Blend

77,642

US

The alcohol is under 11%, and there is a sweet, honeyed peach flavor underlying tart green apple fruit. It's like biting into an apple tart, with the same mix of fruit, cinnamon, honey caramel, and fresh-baked crust. A substantial 6.6% residual sugar.

89

13

Washington

Riesling

13,936

US

This is 100% varietal, with a mix of vineyard sources including Champoux, Weinbau, Conner Lee and Dineen. It's a carefully crafted blend of different AVAs; a bright and clean example of Washington state Cabernet. Firm, compact, with blue and purple fruits, just a hint of barrel age and polished tannins.

89

25

Washington

Cabernet Sauvignon

8,967

US

Lush, soft and delicious, this has flavors of chocolate, ripe crushed summer blackberries and a hint of dried currants. This richness is augmented by lots of smoky, sweet oak. It could develop in the bottle, but the fruit might fall out before the tannins soften.

89

125

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

117,545

US

This soft, jammy wine from a good vintage is medium bodied and not overly oaken, offering black cherry and vanilla in equal measure. On the finish is a note of pomegranate puree.

88

40

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

28,963

US

Tough, dry and gritty in tannins, with a bite of acidity. There's a solid core of blackberries, ripe and sweet from the summer sun, but this wine isn't offering much, and it finishes a bit on the hot side.

86

48

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

127,820

US

High-toned aromas of cherry and red plum entice on this surprisingly robust Finger Lakes Pinot Noir. Concentrated flavors of cherry and wild strawberry are brambly and tart, with shades of granite that linger elegantly on the palate.

89

47

New York

Pinot Noir

17,820

Italy

This is a delicate and feminine copper-colored Pinot Grigio made by Francesco and Fulvio Zorzettig that boasts finely tuned aromas of white rose, peach and exotic fruit. It offers zesty acidity and a crisp, cleansing close.

86

18

Northeastern Italy

Pinot Grigio

75,116

US

Herbal and peppery, with a brambly character to the cranberry/raspberry fruit, this seems to be hiding the influence of aging in 25% new French oak. Extra time in the bottle could bump up the score.

87

35

Oregon

Pinot Noir

87,024

Portugal

This mint and red-berry-flavored wine is still firm with tannins. The juicy black-currant character is lifted by acidity, but the dry core is persistent and likely to remain. Drink now.

89

23

Douro

Portuguese Red

16,436

US

Light aromas of vanilla, coconut, exotic spices and blue fruit are followed by plump, tart fruit flavors and firm, somewhat astringent tannins. There are a lot of good things going on but the tannins need to be tamed.

89

35

Washington

Tempranillo

95,968

France

This is a sweet Pinot Gris that is honeyed and very rich. Light spice notes are buoyed by explosive apricot and pineapple flavors, yielding a wine that's great for capping off a meal.

89

32

Alsace

Pinot Gris

123,418

France

This is ripe and soft, with its red fruits well integrated into the rounded texture. There is a crisp edge to the wine, with spice, lemon and apple skin flavors.

87

30

Provence

Rosé

30,075

Spain

Baked and heavy, this has prune, raisin and jammy berry aromas. The weightiness carries onto the palate, which is chewy and smooth. Flavors of blackberry, spice and jammy syrup lead to a finish with a chocolaty tone. Tasted twice, with consistent results.

85

45

Catalonia

Red Blend

1,563

Italy

Recently implemented winemaker and cellar changes make this one of the best Sassicaias ever. This Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc blend delivers thick concentration and sun-kissed aromas of black fruit, prune, dried bay leaf, black olive and tobacco. The thick, fertile soils that characterize the magical strip of coastal Tuscany at Bol-gheri help shape amazing richness and intensity.

97

220

Tuscany

Red Blend

72,013

Italy

Underbrush, oak and crushed mint aromas lead the nose. The palate is firm, evoking macerated cherry, star anise and vanilla flavors enveloped in dusty tannins that leave a grainy finish.

88

35

Tuscany

Sangiovese

78,136

US

Relatively light in color, this lower-alcohol wine from a vineyard in the Corralitos area shows dried rose petals, bergamot, lavender, cinnamon and a tiny bit of mushroomy funk on the nose. Once sipped, pomegranate, dark cranberry and orange-peel elements are lifted by pencil lead, rosemary and a strong thyme component.

94

59

California

Pinot Noir

123,559

US

As you might infer from the name, this tastes sweet. It appeals to consumers who enjoy the trend of sugary red wines. You could almost drink it as a dessert sipper, with its candied blackberry and cherry flavors.

83

13

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

62,943

Australia

Dark, smoky aromas have high-toned black cherry fruit underneath. On the palate, the smoke and black cherry continue, on a rather slight, feminine frame. A wine that will complement, not overpower, food.

87

24

South Australia

Grenache

110,007

Argentina

Compact, inky aromas of blackberry, balsamic notes, earth and smoke are complete. This is lively yet full-bodied in feel, with dark, toasty black-fruit flavors that come with hints of chocolate, pepper, herbs and fig. A long, toasty, slightly hot and burning finish keeps this smoldering for a while. Drink through 2018.

92

40

Mendoza Province

Malbec

101,871

France

A dry wine with firm tannins over the juicy red-cherry fruits. It is structured, while likely to develop well over the next few years. The wood and fruit are both attractive at this stage.

89

50

Burgundy

Pinot Noir

100,328

France

Based in the Marne Valley, this producer is a specialist in Pinot Meunier—here, it's 90% of the blend. The orange-pink wine is full of red fruits balanced with attractive acidity. A light tannic edge gives the wine a final bite.

88

50

Champagne

Champagne Blend

87,342

US

Fermented and aged in both stainless steel and neutral oak, this wine opens with a heady aroma of lemon cookie covered in powdered sugar, as a spicier element of lemongrass rears its head. Bright in acidity and focused, this textured white also shows highlights of grapefruit and dried herb.

91

26

California

Sauvignon Blanc

50,136

Spain

Floral cherry, raspberry and aged wood aromas are elegant and mature. This Rioja is in regal condition, with smooth tannins and integrated acidity. Dried cherry, red plum, herbs and vanilla create a classic Rioja flavor profile. A supple, long finish puts this in perfect drinking shape, which doesn't mean it can't last another through 2025 or so.

94

65

Northern Spain

Tempranillo Blend

117,195

US

Aromas of vanilla, spice box, toast and jammy red fruit are followed by quite elegant fruit flavors. The tannins seem a bit bunched up.

88

34

Washington

Merlot

12,891

US

All Pepper Bridge vineyard fruit—62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Syrah—this is right in line with the excellent 2006 Sayulita, which came from the Lefore Vineyard. Bright fruit, tart and tangy, gives a juicy, fresh quality to the mouthfeel. Lots of high-acid berry flavors, are accented by light chocolate and caramel notes from 20 months in second and third use French oak.

91

40

Washington

Red Blend

67,134

Italy

Made with Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, this opens with aromas of raspberry jam and underbrush along with whiffs of coffee and vanilla. The medium-bodied palate delivers mature plum, vanilla and white pepper alongside smooth tannins.

88

65

Tuscany

Red Blend

67,689

France

It's the smoky flavors and acidity that dominate this fresh wine. It has hints of black-currant flavors that may develop although the wine is light and shows more dry tannins than fruit at this stage. Think about waiting until 2018.

85

15

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

4,151

France

Now approaching its peak, this vintage blend balances the three primary Champagne grapes in equal proportion. It's ripe, yet still crisp, with attractive hints of toast and a full, rich, creamy background. Full-bodied and beautiful, it's ready to drink.

92

55

Champagne

Champagne Blend

48,037

Italy

A drying touch of talcum powder or crushed white pepper is followed by beautifully intense notes of peach, apricot and honey. This has extra sweetness and softness on the finish.

87

17

Veneto

Glera

45,589

US

Made with 75% Merlot with the rest Cabernet Franc, this wine commands attention with aromas of dried and fresh herbs, black fruit, toast and flowers. The dark fruit flavors are rich, layered and tightly coiled, captivating attention with spot-on balance.

94

32

Washington

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

56,706

France

There is a toughness to this young wine that will take time to soften. On the other hand, there is plenty going for it with the smoky black fruits and acidity and the warm aftertaste. Drink from 2019.

87

16

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style Red Blend

121,664

Spain

For Navarra, this is a fairly ripe Cab. The nose shows baked black fruits, cola, herbs and maturity, while the palate is definitely racy and juicy as the acidity is what's keeping this baby plowing ahead. For New World Cab fans this will seem thin and tart; but given its domain and age, we like it as an Old World throwback.

87

29

Northern Spain

Cabernet Sauvignon

123,084

Argentina

The nose offers a fine mix of floral berry, dusty earth and classic Malbec richness, while the palate is juicy, balanced and tastes of cassis, blackberry, fresh plum, cracked pepper and baking spices. Full and long on the finish, and overall it's right where you want it to be. Drink now through 2011.

92

29

Mendoza Province

Malbec

87,273

US

From a winery focused on Alsatian wines since starting in 1983, this tremendous Gewürztraminer is redolent with grilled lemon peels, lilac and a chalky minerality. On the elegant and tasty palate, there are white rocks, roasted nectarines, yellow apples and noticeable salinity.

92

20

California

Gewürztraminer

81,971

Argentina

This almost translucent brick-colored Pinot offers aromas of lettuce leaf, orange peel and dried red fruits. It's light, edgy and fresh in feel, with flavors of salted meat and herbal plum. A tangy citric finish is primed with racy acidity. Fermented and aged in egg-shaped cement tanks.

89

30

Mendoza Province

Pinot Noir

47,982

Italy

Crushed violet, red berry, mint and menthol aromas lead the nose. The firm palate offers dried red cherry, raw strawberry, licorice, white pepper and sage alongside grippy tannins that leave an astringent finish. Give the tannins a few more years to unclench then enjoy before the remaining fruit fades.

88

94

Piedmont

Nebbiolo

86,220

US

A fine, everyday Merlot, although a little rough, but nicely ripe and sweet in raspberry and cherry flavors. It's a country-style wine that will pair well with beef.

85

17

California

Merlot

74,035

US

This richer expression of Pinot Noir kicks off with vanilla and warm cherry sauce on the nose, along with a bit of caramel, enabling it to appeal to lovers of darker red wines. The sip delivers a great depth of berry fruit as well as elegant purple flowers. A chipped-slate minerality is further lifted by dried thyme and bay leaf, making for a hearty but balanced sip.

93

82

California

Pinot Noir

825

Italy

Roasted coffee bean, underbrush, toast and allspice lead the nose on this big wine. The one-dimensional palate offers dense cherry extract, licorice and the warmth of alcohol. It's already evolved so drink now.

86

70

Tuscany

Sangiovese

92,232

Spain

A mix of smoke and toast blends with fresh, crisp citrus aromas on the nose. That's followed by a foamy, reactive palate with flavors of pink grapefruit, orange, pepper and caramel. This remains foamy on the finish, which is peppery and slightly bitter in flavor.

87

18

Catalonia

Sparkling Blend

3,368

US

Planted in 1965, these are the oldest examples of this variety in the country. Jason Lett showcases this special fruit in this natural wine with no sulfites added and no cold stabilization. Light gold in color, the crisp apple flavors are forward, the balance is spot on and the finish polished. Drink now through 2020.

92

41

Oregon

Pinot Gris

89,955

US

This is an old-style, rustic Zin. It's tannic and high in alcohol, with wild berry jam, currant, spice and heady liqueur flavors. A little pricy, but a sound, robust wine with plenty of forthright character.

87

32

California

Zinfandel

83,707

Spain

Cranberry and currant aromas come with hints of herbs and juniper. An astringent initial mouthfeel turns more complex with airing. Flavors of berry and plum are roasted and rubbery. It finishes on the grabby side, with chunky tannins. Drink through 2020.

89

195

Northern Spain

Tempranillo Blend

85,471

US

Coconut macaroon and blueberry and blackberry preserves make for a juicy, satisfying mountain-grown wine that sparks in black pepper, before finishing full of fresh acidity and complexity. Light bodied and restrained in oak and tannin, it's ready to enjoy now.

92

68

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

44,699

Italy

Here's a classic interpretation of Brunello with territory-driven aromas of forest berry, cassis, toasted almond, moist earth and blue flower. Le Bruciate does a very nice job of expressing the elegance of Sangiovese Grosso.

89

32

Tuscany

Sangiovese Grosso

120,817

US

This light take on the variety shares a focused fruitiness of strawberry and raspberry flavor amid a core of earthy cola, bark and black licorice. Thick on the palate, it finishes with a swirl of brightness and lasting acidity.

90

45

California

Pinot Noir

118,255

Portugal

The estate wine of Romaneira is aged for 14 months in wood. This doesn't mask the fruit although it certainly gives it extra richness. Dark and structured, the black fruit is laced with licorice, spice and firm tannins. The wine will benefit from time, so drink from 2018.

93

35

Douro

Portuguese Red

84,696

US

A blend with 5% Tannat and 5% Petit Verdot, this wine is squarely focused on pitch black minerality; freshly turned soil and crushed graphite notes overwhelm the fruit. The palate's chipped slate and crushed lava rock flavors also contribute to its dark presence, its dusty tannins shyly revealing hints of blueberry and blackberry.

89

52

California

Petite Sirah

64,911

Italy

This hearty red opens with aromas of wild cherry, black raspberry and chopped mint. The solid, monolithic palate offers dried cherry, star anise and coffee alongside velvety tannins. Drink through 2019.

88

75

Tuscany

Sangiovese

118,106

France

Richly fruity, this is a wine in progress. Its acidity and texture are still coming together to give a crisp wine with ripe fruit. Lemon and lime flavors will add a refreshing background. Drink from late 2017.

88

17

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style White Blend

3,059

US

The aromas are light, with notes of freshly cut apple and spice. It drinks dry with elegantly styled fruit flavors that linger on the finish. It shows a very pretty styling.

88

27

Washington

Gewürztraminer

129,697

US

This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Tempranillo comes from four estate vineyards. It's direct and appealing with plump, juicy notes of coffee bean, herbs, dried cherries, and vanilla.

87

16

Washington

Red Blend

89,072

US

The delicate but intriguing nose on this wine from young but experienced vintner Michael Callahan shows dried honey, lemon blossoms, beach sand, yellow cake and a touch of coconut shavings. It's rich and waxy on the palate, with flavors of cooked Meyer lemon, yellow flowers and a petrol-driven grip.

91

22

California

Riesling

27,979

US

Aromas of raspberry, black licorice, woodspice, toast and cherry are followed by abundant red- and black-fruit flavors. There's plenty of richness and a finish that won't quit.

91

50

Washington

Red Blend

10,880

US

From a warm vintage, this aromatic offering has notes of candy corn, corn silk, pear and tropical fruit. It's full bodied with sweet fruit flavors that have a creamy feel and lead to a lingering finish.

90

20

Washington

Chardonnay

90,472

US

Remarkably intriguing aromas of dragon's blood spice (a Southeast Asian incense) as well as cinnamon and dried raspberries arise on this wine by Dan and Thérèse Martin. The palate is also highly floral, like sipping a purple bouquet, with violet and ollallieberry flavors that linger after your sip is done.

93

28

California

Syrah

52,493

US

This oddly shaped bottle of lightly colored wine shows aromas of boysenberry, dried rose petals, cranberry soda and minty root beer. The flavors reflect the nose, showing rose hips and pomegranate, proving very flavorful and refreshingly light.

88

17

California

Rhône-style Red Blend

13,841

US

Floral and inviting in vanilla and caramel, this wine tastes bigger and richer than it is, offering more in the way of ripeness and texture than acidity. It finishes full bodied.

86

30

California

Chardonnay

55,047

Italy

This inexpensive, delicious fresh wine has good depth of concentration and long, vanilla flavors.

85

9

Northeastern Italy

Pinot Grigio

44,383

Italy

This easygoing red opens with delicate aromas of violet and red berry. The fresh, easy-drinking palate offers juicy wild cherry and a light note of white pepper alongside pliant tannins and bright acidity. It's made for sheer drinking pleasure so enjoy soon.

87

19

Tuscany

Red Blend

20,432

France

In 2001, Aliénor and Alexandre de Malet Roquefort bought this property which is 15 minutes southeast of their Château La Gaffelière. From 8.5 acres of Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Muscadelle, this is a rounded, soft wine that promises well. It is going towards the tropical fruit area with its apricot and pineapple flavors. Behind, the acidity is tangy and crisp with a tight, nervy aftertaste.

88

15

Bordeaux

Bordeaux-style White Blend

129,411

Italy

Aromas of culinary spice, prune and a whiff of woodland berry take center stage on this smooth red. The ripe palate shows dried red cherry, fig, clove and a hint of bitter almond alongside polished tannins. Drink sooner rather than later to capture the fruit and freshness.

89

15

Veneto

Red Blend

81,782

US

A mix of Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Carignan, this perennial favorite is partially co-fermented and blended early; delivering unusual complexity and seamlessness at this young age. Light red fruits, leavened with brioche, dotted with pepper and toffee, create a tart, racy, juicy red wine which takes quaffable to a whole new level.

90

18

Washington

Red Blend

33,887

France

This is a ripe and soft wine, full of strawberry flavors and gentle acidity. That makes for balanced wine with a light texture and a delicious fruitiness. A bite of spice at the end gives a delicate aftertaste.

89

49

Champagne

Champagne Blend

8,302

US

After three years in tirage, this 78% Pinot Noir-22% Chardonnay sparkling blend reveals complex golden apple crisp and honeycomb notes. An homage to diversity, vanilla and peach purée tones add to the flavor of this richly rewarding, lively wine.

92

65

California

Sparkling Blend

73,483

US

Meant to impart the meaning of the “true” Sonoma Coast, this bottling hails from Campbell Ranch near Annapolis. It impresses with its lush complexity: cherry grenadine and forest floor scents, with cardamom spice and a hint of orange peel. It's full-bodied and densely powerful.

94

50

California

Pinot Noir

21,481

US

Vanilla, herb, pencil box and spice aromas are followed by sweet cherry flavors in this wine. Lightly tacky tannins provide support.

87

15

Washington

Merlot

77,002

Italy

This opens with a pretty fragrance of violet, exotic spice and perfumed berry. The juicy palate doles out ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry, freshly ground pepper, mocha and anisette. It's nicely balanced with fresh acidity and firm but polished tannins.

92

69

Piedmont

Nebbiolo

16,318

US

There's an elegant weave to the aromas of this bottling, with soy, dried dill, peppercorns, crushed gravel and a touch of cedar laced throughout the black fruit on the nose. Perfectly rounded black currant, black cassis and black cherry fruits show on the sip, which is leveled by violets and pencil shavings.

94

65

California

Cabernet Sauvignon

16,304

US

Grass and gooseberry are prominent on the nose and palate in this crisp SB, bright in dialed-high acidity. That sense of vibrant freshness mellows somewhat midway through the wine, allowing it to finish with a lushness on the tongue.

87

32

California

Sauvignon Blanc

78,690

Argentina

Berry aromas come in front of a sharp, plummy palate. This tastes herbal, spicy and woody, with dry berry flavors that turn tangy, edgy and oaky on the finish.

83

11

Mendoza Province

Cabernet Sauvignon

119,031

US

From the producer's BCD Vineyard—where it also grows Pinot Noir—this bold, big-boned red is smooth, simple and soft, accented with raspberry, vanilla, lavender and mocha notes. Its acidity is subtle and supportive, providing underlying freshness from start to finish.

88

28

California

Syrah

11,338

US

A 100% varietal, single-vineyard estate wine, at the top of the producer's heap, this was given almost two years in French oak, half of it new, the other half once-filled. Juicy, it offers refined layers of herb, currant and clove, making for a soft, complex and lightly spicy experience. With sizable structure and depth, it can be enjoyed now through 2022.

93

225

California

Cabernet Sauvignon