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89,056 | germany | Zesty lemon and lime, with honey and blossom notes permeate this ethereally delicate semisweet Riesling. Despite it's diminutive frame, it's concentrated in citrus and stone fruit flavors. Finishes long on a honeyed saffron note. | Scharlachberg Bingen Auslese | 92 | 67 |
96,122 | spain | This Tempranillo looks and smells ripe, and it's loaded with toasty minty oak aromas. In the mouth, this woody number is pushy and tannic. Barrel-driven flavors of smoky charred black plum are one-dimensional. This finishes tannic and with pounding oak. | Edición Limitada | 87 | 25 |
14,409 | portugal | This is a structured wine, probably because of the Touriga Nacional in the blend. That also gives a perfumed edge to this ripe, full wine with its juicy red fruit acidity. It is fruity and will be ready to drink from late 2016. | Casaleiro Colheita Seleccionada | 86 | 6 |
17,440 | us | The appellation is in San Benito County, a terroir that has plenty of coastal influence. Acidity and ripeness are the stars in this bright, expressive, dry but fruity wine, with pineapple, lime and honeysuckle flavors. Try as an interesting alternative to Sauvignon Blanc or Viognier. | Amore | 87 | 20 |
56,681 | us | Absolutely clean, fresh and vibrant, this wine smells like sliced lemons, limes and Granny Smith apples, with lively tastes to match. Full bodied, and energized with bright acidity on first sip, it rounds off on the palate and finish, turning softer and richer. | Estate | 91 | 40 |
28,169 | israel | This wine offers aromas of raspberry and toffee. There is a nice interplay of fruit, floral, and minty flavors, notably raspberry, cherry, toffee, rose petal and eucalyptus. Mildly gripping tannins make themselves evident, and fruit flavors remain prominent through the smooth finish. | Petit Castel | 90 | 50 |
74,419 | brazil | Dry, earthy aromas of baked berry fruits and mushroom set up a tannic, pulpy, full-bodied palate with good balance. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Tannat boasts earthy plum, pepper and licorice flavors along with a light, herbal finish. Drink now. | Talento | 87 | 21 |
36,101 | argentina | Mint and crushed mineral aromas mix with floral scents and barrel resin to form a solid bouquet. The palate is a touch racy and sharp, and thus there's tartness to the cherry and raspberry flavors. Not sour or underdone, but definitely tilts to the red-fruit side of things. | Particular | 87 | 30 |
52,408 | france | With judicious wood aging, this is a rich wine. Red berry and red-currant fruits dominate the acidity, giving a wine that is ripe and juicy. The aftertaste brings in attractive red cherries and acidity. Drink from 2017. | Buissonnier | 87 | 20 |
101,788 | us | Exuberant aromas of espresso, smoke and dark fruit leap up from the glass. The palate is considerably more reserved with fruit and earth flavors that linger. | Collaboration Series III Red Wine Ciel du Cheval Vineyard | 91 | 65 |
11,820 | italy | Aromas feature underbrush, dark berry, tilled soil and allspice. The dense, straightforward palate delivers ripe blackberry, spicy blueberry, clove and black licorice alongside hearty tannins. It closes on a tobacco note. | La Voliera | 88 | 10 |
32,726 | us | This is solidly anchored in its ripe cherry fruit, a rich mouthful that represents the best of the winery's 2012 lineup of reserve bottlings. Highlights of citrus fruits elevate the acids, and there is a pleasing hint of toast across the full midpalate. | Carlton Hill Vineyard Reserve | 90 | 40 |
30,281 | italy | Bonera is a blend of Nero d'Avola (50%) and equal parts Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon. The bouquet is sweet and soft, with bright tones of red cherry, chocolate and espresso bean. The mouthfeel is firm, tight and fresh. | Bonera | 87 | 19 |
102,600 | argentina | This smells far better than it feels or tastes. The nose offers black fruit and graham cracker notes, but the palate is sharp and punchy, with sour plum and rhubarb flavors that finish herbal and briny. | Reserve | 81 | 12 |
37,068 | australia | A faint coppery-pink rosé, Taltarni's 2008 Taché is a blend of 58% Chardonnay, 37% Pinot Noir and 5% Pinot Meunier. It's lean and crisp, with a zesty, citrusy feel to the modest toast and mushroom flavors. | Taché | 88 | 25 |
106,794 | us | The aromas are fresh, with notes of cranberry, red currant, baking spice and Red Vines. The palate is on the lighter side of medium bodied, trailing a bit on the finish. The vineyard, one of the state's top Syrah sites, doesn't seem to stand out as much as it typically does. | Les Collines Vineyard | 88 | 41 |
838 | us | Despite the abv listed, this wine does not seem especially ripe. Peppery highlights carry a whiff of onion, and between the alcohol burn and the green edges, the wine has not come together. Aging in 40% new oak adds some toast, but not grip or density. | Les Collines Vineyard | 86 | 36 |
33,325 | us | Soft and oaky, this Cab has a slightly rustic mouthfeel. It's very ripe in cherries, blackberries and smoky vanilla. Drink now. | Estate | 84 | 25 |
2,299 | germany | Verging on orange in color, this intensely botrytized wine from one of Germany's unique grape varieties is thick, almost chewy with extract and sugar. Dried apricot aromas lead into orange marmalade flavors with an almost burnt, caramelized quality. Finishes long, with a hint of bitterness that helps balance some of the intense sweetness. | Beerenauslese | 90 | 47 |
115,913 | portugal | Sheltered by a coastal range of hills from the Atlantic Ocean, this vineyard has produced a ripe soft wine that has gentle tannins and succulent red fruits. The aftertaste is fresh, continuing the fruit theme. The wine is ready to drink. | Quinta das Amoras | 85 | 10 |
46,992 | spain | Toast and leather aromas support modest berry scents. This is full, loud and banging on the palate. Roasted blackened flavors of blackberry and plum carry a meaty note, while this remains dark and toasty on an aggressive finish. | Tarima | 86 | 9 |
58,407 | italy | Made with Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera, this informal red opens with aromas of blue flower and wild berry. The simple palate offers juicy blackberry and Morello cherry alongside soft, fleeting tannins. It's made to be drunk young so enjoy soon. | Montecoco | 85 | 11 |
53,016 | portugal | This is a shade off-dry, with ample crispness, a bright, prickly lightness and delicate texture. It's a great apéritif style, with its soft edge and easygoing freshness, that's ready to drink now. | Vilacetinho | 86 | 7 |
31,085 | israel | Fairly young and needing some time to flesh out, this blend still has much to offer now. The firm tannins play well against the rich vanilla and spice notes; throw in some serious black cherry and raspberry, and the wine comes into focus beautifully. Drink now–2011. | Kosher Reserve Petit Syrah-Zinfandel | 86 | 23 |
123,100 | portugal | Full of red fruits and generous tannins, this is an immediately attractive wine. The red-berry fruits are balanced by good acidity and a crisp aftertaste. Drink from 2017 to allow the tannins to soften further. | Quanta Terra Grande Reserva | 88 | 25 |
119,515 | france | This is firm, in the Pommard style. But because this is a 2015 vintage, the wine is also generously rich and with great red berry fruits. The acidity is in the back of this wine with its bold flavors and concentrated texture. Drink from 2023. | Les Arvelets Premier Cru | 92 | 103 |
10,606 | france | This wood-aged blend of Rolle and Ugni Blanc comes from selected parcels on the ancient estate Hubert Rouy began renovating in 2003. It is smooth, rich and full of toasty flavors as well as ripe, tropical fruits. It can be drunk now although it will be so much better from 2017. | Haut du Pigeonnier | 91 | 39 |
42,062 | france | This is a solid and structured wine that is lightened by its juicy acidity. Black currant fruits dominate, giving a fresh character to the wine. The tannins that show through do promise medium-term aging. Drink from 2014. | Cuvée Prestige | 88 | 31 |
46,266 | new zealand | This is a crisp, clean and zesty wine, built on a simple but tasty base of white grapefruit. It's light to medium in body, with a refreshing finish. | Stich | 86 | 22 |
67,050 | australia | Crisp and edgy, featuring tart cherry fruit and hints of green peppercorn. It's fairly big in the mouth, but lacks a bit of generosity. | The Absconder | 87 | 65 |
43,796 | us | Showing the richness of the vineyard, this delivers huge, flamboyant flavors of apricot and tangerine jam. While it's technically dry, there's a honeyed sweetness that suggests a touch of botrytis. It's a strong wine, unafraid to command a boldness that may not be for everyone. This is distinctly Californian in style, and as it loses fruit with age, it will develop nut and earthy notes. | Charles Heintz Vineyard | 92 | 55 |
4,040 | italy | Aromas of chamomile flower, Spanish broom and orchard fruit lift out of the glass. The ripe palate offers exotic fruit, juicy peach and a note of candied citrus zest. | Vin Soave | 88 | 15 |
3,441 | us | Candied black cherry and fresh boysenberry aromas meet with darker touches of soy, teriyaki and burnt caramel on the nose of this bottling. The palate is mineral-driven, with light tar, asphalt and peppercorn flavors leading into dusty elderberry fruit. | The Wah | 88 | 72 |
96,668 | us | This is a deliciously easygoing Viognier bright with fresh apricot flavor, high in acidity and a finish of lemon-lime. Enjoy on its own or with spicy Thai or Vietnamese food. | Made With Organic Grapes | 87 | 14 |
85,993 | italy | This delivers fresh flavors of cut grass, lime, stone fruit and honeydew, backed by tangy acidity. It should pair well with fried calamari, sardines or baked fresh-water fish. | Is Argiolas | 88 | 23 |
46,422 | us | Bright, citrusy yellow, this wine conveys a nutty, creamy custard and marshmallow component to the nose. Fuller-bodied in substance and style, it nonetheless remains stony and steely on the palate, finishing with a twist of ginger and dried herb. It will be a fine fit with food. | Reserve Cuvée Late Disgorged Extra Brut | 92 | 45 |
121,330 | italy | The Verbena Brunello Riserva is a serious and austere wine with sophisticated notes of mature fruit, spice, cedar wood, leather and tar. There's good density and weight here to pair with grilled meat. The wine offers sweet, chewy tannins over dense texture. Drink after 2015. | Riserva | 91 | 40 |
22,835 | italy | Grassy, herbal notes add an interesting edge and characterize this luminous sparkling wine. It offers nice, tonic bubbling and focused aromas of lemon, lime and white flower. It tastes lush and crisp on the close with creamy foam and soft bubbles. | Frederick Brut | 86 | 16 |
104,210 | us | This Malbec is lush with flavors of ripe blueberries, blackberry jam, mocha and cassis all wrapped up with toasty oak. There's fine acidity and rich tannins as well. It's one of the best examples of the variety in California, and endlessly enjoyable through a long, spicy finish. Kudos to winemaker/owner Kenny Kahn. | Best Barrels | 94 | 60 |
70,048 | france | This rounded wine is still tight and closed. The texture shows strongly at the moment, but will soften to bring out the crisp fruits and perfumed acidity. A rustic edge needs to blow away as the wine matures. Drink from 2017. | Cuvée Silex | 86 | 30 |
66,205 | italy | A hint of butterscotch mingles with apple, banana, tangerine and lemon sensations. The brisk acidity would lift hearty accompanying fare; pair this with fish stews or pastas topped with creamy clam sauce. | Licoste | 86 | 20 |
31,577 | portugal | Produced from oldest vines of the estate (Primeiras Vinhas), this is a rich and concentrated wine. Yellow fruits show strongly, giving ripe, intense flavors that are both refreshing and dense. It's full of fruit as well as delicious final acidity. Drink now. | Primeiras Vinhas | 90 | 22 |
66,953 | us | Aromas of pink peppercorn, dried herbs, chocolate and jalapeño are light and subtle on this 100% varietal wine. It's soft and pure in feel, tapering toward the finish. | Trout Trilogy | 87 | 35 |
12,522 | us | A multigrape blend that seems to be lacking focus, this tastes strongly of vanilla and butter cookies, the fruit extremely light. | H3 Les Chevaux Red | 86 | 15 |
9,023 | australia | A solid effort, this Shiraz-Viognier blend offers up raspberry and strawberry scents punctuated by more pungent notes of road tar, licorice, cola and black olive. It's full-bodied, powered by its 15% alcohol, yet could use a richer, thicker texture. Drink now to 2011. | Two Brothers | 88 | 23 |
104,232 | spain | Cool rooty aromas of cola and tree bark grace the nose on this ripe but still not fully mature Cabernet Sauvignon (with 5% Merlot). In the mouth, this is choppy due to sandpaper tannins. Flavors of sarsaparilla, pepper, and blackberry are dense and chewy, while the finish is bumpy and scraping due to aforementioned hard tannins. Drink or hold through 2022. | Altar | 90 | 45 |
20,291 | us | Velvety tannins underlie a concentrated body of menthol, peppercorn, cedar and blackberry, punctuated in coffee along the way. An estate-bottling from one of the appellation's longstanding resident wineries, this wine is bold and brawny. | Reserve La Storia | 88 | 38 |
90,010 | us | Hints of sugar cookies and nuts add warmth to notes of fresh apple and blossoms on this dainty Champagne-style sparkling. It's delicately petillant with tart tangerine acidity and pleasant apple and lemon flavors. | Brut | 87 | 25 |
87,543 | chile | Given that 2009 was a hot vintage in Chile, it's not shocking that this old vine Cabernet is rich, ripe and syrupy. The nose is attractive and offers aromas of blackberry, tree bark, herbs and minerality. The palate deals gritty tannins and rich, raisiny flavors of cassis, blackberry, coffee and toast. This finishes a touch choppy and rough, with weight and power. Drink through 2016. | Manso de Velasco Viñas Viejas | 91 | 65 |
19,743 | us | This wine is a blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Cabernet Franc, 11% Merlot, 3% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot. It opens with intriguing aromas of graphite, cherry, barrel spice, garden herbs, coffee grounds and dark fruit. The flavors are pitch black and generous, showing density and layering. | Claret | 91 | 40 |
120,898 | us | This is the first vintage of this designated wine, grown on a high-elevation vineyard called William Wesley, near Annapolis. Cherry, raspberry and a touch of smoke create synergy around a medium-bodied core of soft, velvety texture and a crisp seasoning of white pepper. | Redwood Ridge | 92 | 62 |
117,534 | us | Very opulent, almost too much so, with a flood of Key lime pie, pineapple jam, orange, butterscotch and buttered toast flavors that overwhelm in richness. The saving grace is a fine structure of acidity and minerals and a finish that strives to be dry. Drink now with shellfish, roast pork, or all alone as an apéritif. | Reserve | 90 | 30 |
4,532 | spain | This barrel-fermented rosé is flat and smells more like apple juice than wine. Despite showing some tang, this is dull in the mouth, with bland orange and nectarine flavors. On the finish, it's washed out and has an iodine-like aftertaste. | Rosado | 82 | 11 |
9,416 | us | This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is as sweet as a candy. It has licorice, cherry, sweet cola and persimmon flavors. | Brunette | 83 | 20 |
131 | france | Attractive mid-gold color. Compelling layers of tangy citrus and stone fruit aromas with notes of honey and earthy minerality. Intense flavors of honey, tangy orange citrus, sweet peach and apricot that are both rich and juicy. Crisp acidity provides a perfect balance for the slight sweetness on the finish. Taut and focused. | Gentil | 91 | 20 |
96,570 | us | Made from Viognier, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc, this blend has plenty of ripe, fruity flavors. It brims with orange, apricot and pineapple jam, with touches of sweet vanilla and honey. | Vin Blancs | 85 | 24 |
70,856 | us | The historic Santa Cruz Island Zinfandel clone excels more at the Rusacks' Ballard Canyon estate than their Catalina Island vineyard. Deep strawberry and red plum aromas mesh with cinnamon, mace and a touch of earth on the nose. There's enough tannic grip to show elegance, with bright red fruit and hearty sagebrush spice flavors. | Estate | 92 | 45 |
61,375 | italy | A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, this opens with subtle aromas of toasted bread crust, mature pear and a note of wild herb. The elegant palate—which is made without dosage—offers ripe Golden Delicious apple, sour lemon drop and hazelnut alongside a refined perlage. | Bagnadore Metodo Classico Riserva | 91 | 60 |
127,852 | france | Mango and peach aromas offer immediate attraction. With ripe fruits, light minerality and crisp acidity, it's almost ready to enjoy. Drink from the end of 2014. | Clos de la Maison | 87 | 32 |
104,221 | us | With a pale color and mouthwatering acidity, this delicately structured Pinot goes well beyond its immediate flavors of raspberry tea, pomegranates, persimmons, orange peel, exotic spices and oak to offer a Burgundian touch of earth and mushrooms. There's also a firm, stony minerality on the palate. This gorgeous Pinot was produced in tiny quantities of 300 cases and will drink well over the next six years. | Split Rail Vineyard | 94 | 36 |
117,744 | us | Delicate wet slate aromas meet wafts of rose blossom and baseball-card bubblegum on the nose of this rosé. The palate offers delicious and approachable strawberry flavors, held together with a steely edge. | Rosé of | 91 | 25 |
111,585 | us | One of the deeper-colored rosés available, this memorable, medium-bodied wine bursts with fruity aromas and red wine-like flavors. It smells like cherries and apple skin and tastes fresh and brambly, as its generous texture fills the mouth with fruitiness that lasts through the finish. | Rendezvous | 90 | 15 |
96,715 | us | Shows the opulent fruit of the vintage, when long hangtime made ripeness so easy to achieve. The jammy raspberry and cherry flavors are spicy, with a sweet, smoky coating of oak. Brisk acidity and a savory minerality lift the fruit into complexity. Should age well, so drink through 2016 or so. | Ferrington Vineyard | 92 | 49 |
113,148 | chile | This dark-colored Merlot offers reduced berry, chocolate and herbal aromas. In the mouth, it's displaying rubbery tannins. Dried berry and oak-based flavors of spice and wood grain finish with hints of clove on a finish that could use more harmony and depth. | Nimbus Single Vineyard | 87 | 22 |
21,794 | argentina | Earth, leather, black plum and wild-berry aromas are solid and appealing. This is wide and jammy in the mouth, with all the volume expected of Argentinean Malbec. Flavors of oak, mint and spiced plum finish with a touch of heat. Drink through 2018. | Phebus Estate Bottled | 89 | 17 |
15,287 | new zealand | This medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc showcases some of the leafy, nettle-like character the Awatere is known for, but balances that with ample grapefruit and even a hint of red berries. It's clean and refreshing on the finish, a fine representation of grape variety and site. | Belsham Awatere Estate | 90 | 32 |
12,077 | spain | This is fairly mulchy on the nose, with an earthy prune aroma. It feels grabby and lean, with cranberry fruit flavor, bitterness and an herb accents. The finish stays murky, tart and mildly green. | Becquer | 82 | 22 |
80,423 | us | Throw some steaks onto the grill and drink them with this robust Petite Sirah. It's high in alcohol and dry, with somewhat overripe flavors of blackberry jam, raisins and prunes. | Reserve | 86 | 45 |
11,273 | us | Think of a pink version of Beaujolais Nouveau. The grapy flavors light up this light-bodied, extroverted rosé even more than the almost fluorescent pink color. Very fresh, light and frothy and all those qualities seem right for it. | Rosé de Shenandoah | 86 | 18 |
105,163 | spain | Milagros means “miracles,” and the marvel is how good this wine is considering how rough in general 2013 was in the Ribera del Duero region. Oaky aromas of root beer and blackberry are smooth and heady. This wine is intense, with big tannins and firm acidity. Faith will be rewarded down the line with potent berry and chocolaty oak flavors. Bottle age should help this soften up; drink from 2020–2030. | Milagros | 92 | 100 |
41,308 | portugal | This is a half-and-half blend of Touriga Nacional from northern Portugal and Castelão from the south. It's a wine that has plenty of fruit although the two grapes lie uneasily together. The juicy flavors and red berries are contrasted with a metallic acidity that isn't pleasant. Hopefully, the wine will fill out. | Lagoalva | 85 | 25 |
116,550 | portugal | Rich and opulent, this is a big fruity, toasty white wine. The vanilla from the wood combines with ripe peach and pineapple flavors, the acidity a hint of tangerine zest. While it is definitely full-bodied, both the full fruit and the acidity give it very drinkable balance. | Branco Reserva | 89 | 25 |
83,409 | us | This has an unusually dark color. Aromas of blackberry jam and maple syrup are followed by equally rich, deep and expressive flavors. The remarkable concentration of ripe berry flavors layered densely with fine tannins is at least partly due to blending in Petite Sirah. It adds up to a full bodied and delicious wine. | Old Vine | 91 | 16 |
127,195 | us | Fenestra's '06 Semillon and Chardonnay both were pretty good, but for some reason, this blend of both flags. It's thin in flavor, with a weedy, minty edge to the citrus and oak flavors. | Semonnay | 82 | 15 |
2,079 | france | Following the elegant Deutz tradition, this wine has a character that is light as a feather, but still anchored into vivid red fruits and tight acidity, leavened by a softness. The final taste is soft, but well integrated. | Rosé Brut | 90 | 85 |
65,949 | us | Plump aromas of black cherry, mulberry, vanilla and star anise rise on the rich but not overbearing nose of this wine. There is dark-fruit ripeness on the front, but then comes a heavy array of spices, from allspice and clove to thyme and dried sage. The texture is soft, yet the tannins are noticeable and the acidity is buoyant. | Single Vineyard La Coupelle | 95 | 60 |
55,810 | germany | While the nose is a touch savory, accented by hints of nut and earth, a bounty of luscious, fruity exuberance awaits on the palate of this off-dry Gewürztraminer. Layers of honey and nectar lend an unctuousness to fresh yellow peach and citrus flavors. The finish lingers with a swirl of sweet caramel. | Shine | 89 | 11 |
50,368 | italy | Fragrant and refined, this offers aromas of Mediterranean brush, rosemary, violet, woodland berry and a whiff of dark spice. The juicy savory palate gives layers of succulent wild cherry, black raspberry, clove and star anise while polished tannins provide a lithe framework. Drink through 2022. | Campigli Vallone | 92 | 45 |
85,724 | us | Lusty, powerful, ripe and concentrated, this Zin could also be described by the old Yiddish word, zaftig. The vineyard is in a warm part of the valley, and the grapes show the influence of sun and heat in the jammy, slightly baked quality of the cherries and blackberries. It's a really fine example of Russian River Zinfandel. | Butler Vineyard | 93 | 36 |
81,468 | france | For those who like their non-vintage with some bottle age, this is a fine wine. While it has lost its early freshness, it certainly has gained in complexity, offering ripe, soft, toasty flavors to add to the green plum fruits and acidity. | Diamant Brut | 89 | 50 |
128,475 | us | A Bordeaux blend from Newton's mountain estate, this lovely wine starts out with a fat, fleshy appeal. It offers elaborate waves of sweetly smoked oak that conjoin nicely with cherry preserves, red licorice and dark chocolate. A bit inelegant now due to firm, fierce tannins, but so balanced, it should easily negotiate the years. Better after 2012. | The Puzzle | 91 | 80 |
40,042 | us | Young, elegant, spicy and still quite tight, this is showing lovely fragrances of rose and cherry. In the mouth it seems more elegantly feminine, less powerful than the Bruno's II blend. Syrah contributes black pepper, raspberry and red currant; the Bordeaux grapes put some tannic muscle into the back end. | Bruno's Blend III Red Wine | 87 | 23 |
65,825 | italy | A 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, this opens with aromas of cedar, violet, underbrush and dark berry. The elegantly structured palate delivers black cherries, red currants, black pepper and anise alongside smooth, integrated tannins. Drink through 2018. | Cà del Pazzo | 92 | 43 |
111,450 | us | Simple and soft, with sugary sweet apricot and orange flavors that turn cloying on the finish. | No. 67 | 82 | 26 |
87,237 | italy | Santa Cecilia is a Sicilian icon wine and a quality benchmark for the newly inaugurated Noto subzone. The 2009 vintage takes time to open and build momentum. It feels sharper and edgier than past years and is focused, linear and crisp. Give it 3–5 more years of cellaring. | Santa Cecilia | 90 | 43 |
38,938 | france | This is a soft, ripe wine, smoothly textured. It has a good balance between the crisp apple and pear flavors and a more mineral texture that gives a bite. It's young, and great to drink now, although it will be even better from late 2016. | Le Clos de la Cure | 88 | 19 |
60,690 | italy | Aromas of woodland berry, toast, clove and chopped herb emerge in the glass. The palate is still rather closed, eventually giving up raw red berry, coconut, espresso, oak and grilled sage alongside tightly wound, astringent tannins. Give this a few more years to open up. Drink 2018–2024. | Bricco San Biagio | 89 | 60 |
6,758 | us | Sweet but not too sweet for some entrées, such as spicy Thai food, this brings a fruity mix of pear, pineapple and orange-creamsickle flavors. It's smooth and soft, not at all sugary, and framed with fresh acids. | Sweet | 89 | 10 |
41,844 | us | Here's a young, strong, vigorous wine that needs cellar time. It's absolutely dry, and hits the palate with numbing tannins. But the blackberry, cassis and cedar flavors are intense and concentrated. Earns its high score by the wonderful combination of elegance and potency. Hold until after 2015. | INEO | 96 | 250 |
123,218 | new zealand | It was fascinating to compare this to Two Paddocks' regular bottling. The Last Chance is slightly richer, but otherwise features many of the same elements: smoke, tart cherries and delicate herbal notes. Despite the extra concentration, it's still supple and approachable now. | The Last Chance Earnscleugh Vineyard | 90 | 75 |
96,705 | us | A fantastic Zinfandel, Sbragia's best in years, and one of the best of the vintage. Shows classic Dry Creek wild blueberry and briary blackberry flavors, with exotic spices, and the exuberance you want in a Zin. Yet it exhibits a rare control, making it elegant despite the power. Drink now for sheer joy. | Gino's | 93 | 30 |
66,155 | spain | The baked berry, raisin and vanilla aromas in this Tempranillo and Garnacha blend are a touch soupy. It's tannic and firm on the palate, with tomato, berry and mildly oxidized flavors. | Añares Crianza | 88 | 18 |
82,470 | italy | Toasted hazelnut, golden apple and citrus scents lift out of the glass. The linear, elegant palate delivers ripe pear, lemon zest, bread crust and mineral alongside a refined perlage. It finishes crisp and dry. | Casa delle Colonne Zero Riserva | 92 | 80 |
92,963 | us | Exceptionally ripe with fruit, this wine is super sweet with cherry jam, red currant, vanilla fudge, caramel and smoky, buttery toast flavors. A brisk hit of acidity adds balance. The alcohol is high, but the heat is in keeping with the overall structure. | Frankel Vineyard Rapture | 87 | 36 |
102,449 | us | This red blend is nicely dry, with abundant of dark plum and pomegranate flavors and a full-bodied, moderately tannic mouthfeel. It's easy to drink but bold enough to pair with hearty proteins. | Harvest | 86 | 18 |
84,587 | us | This offers a well-defined balance between ripe, juicy cherry fruit and a seductive earthiness that keeps every sip intriguing. Structured and medium in weight, it's a fine choice for the table, the spiciness on the back palate particularly well-honed and worth recognition. | Reserve | 94 | 50 |
94,625 | chile | Buttercup and white-flower aromas are true to Viognier. This feels a bit thick and viscous, while ripe melony flavors come with powdered sugar and pastry notes. This is plump, easygoing and tastes tropical and sweet on the finish. | Pedregoso Gran Reserva | 87 | 13 |
14,028 | georgia | This semi-dry Saperavi offers a bouquet of blueberry, geranium leaf and white chocolate. It is well-rounded on the palate, with flavors of blackberry, strawberry, anise, chocolate and violet. Strong tannins do not overtake the sense of brightness that remains on the tongue from entry to finish. | Pirosmani | 88 | 11 |
68,932 | us | Some wines taste uptown and restaurant quality just because they're so clean, balanced and complex. This blend of the two Cabernets is one of those. In its rich power, it brings to mind the wonderful 1999, although it actually costs less. Combines lush blackberry and black currant flavors with impeccably fine tannins, in a wine that should age for a good eight years. | Blair Vineyard | 92 | 39 |
41,891 | us | This expands the winery's portfolio with a nod to the $20 pricepoint that's become a defining limit to affordable Oregon Pinot. This wine is hard, slightly burnt and bitter in the finish, with simple candy cherry-fruit flavors. | Straight Shooter | 85 | 20 |