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23,694 | france | Fortified Tannat makes for a rich while also tannic wine. Its sweet, jammy fruit and the opulence that comes from the addition of spirit are tempered by firm tannins. It should be aged for another year or two and will be best from 2019. | Maydie Tannat Vintage | 87 | 30 |
65,517 | us | Estate grown and bottled, this Pinot comes from a cool, organic vineyard planted to several different clones. Sultry and spicy in dark cherry and berry fruit, the spice is all clove with a touch of orange zest, completely pleasurable and smooth drinking. | Don Miguel Vineyard La Masía Unfiltered | 90 | 44 |
50,260 | israel | Dark ruby in color, this wine has a bouquet of black cherry, lavender and juniper berry. It offers pleasure from first sip through the fruit filled, smoky finish, with velvety tannins and flavors of cassis, black plum, espresso, chocolate and a hint of green pepper. | Adumim Dry | 93 | 30 |
110,788 | us | This wine is solidly built with tannin and oak, a searing earthiness dulling the fruit. Tar, earth and spicy cardamom aromas domainate its full-bodied concentration and youthful ripeness. | Gap's Crown Vineyard | 85 | 65 |
100,799 | us | This is lively, lean, and agile in style, from the fresh raspberry and cranberry aromas to the tangy raspberry flavors to the insistent tannins and firm acidity that frame it. Light to medium in body, this should soften and broaden in texture with time. Best after 2016. | Fog-Eater | 89 | 45 |
18,902 | us | Mourvèdre (42%) takes the lead on this blend followed by Syrah (38%) and Grenache. Oak aromas are initially in the lead, with notes of vanilla and barrel spice that are followed by lighter-styled cherry, cranberry and spice flavors. There's plenty to hold the interest. | Trí | 90 | 36 |
38,572 | italy | Luminous and fragrant, this is a simple dessert wine made from Verdicchio on Italy's Adriatic coast that delivers apricot, honey, almond paste and touch of dried herb. It has a fresh and tonic feel and adequate density and persistency. | Brumato | 87 | 32 |
51,023 | us | Sourced from several vineyards within the AVA, this shows lightly peppery Bing cherries with streaks of sassafras, cola and dark chocolate. The wine gains amplitude and weight as it breathes open. The finish brings flavors of cherry pie and a hint of butter. | The Kilmore | 92 | 42 |
127,465 | south africa | Bright and light on its feet, this is a pleasant and sunny wine that's loaded with crisp citrus and green apple aromas and flavors. There's a subtle, surprising smoothness to the palate, though zippy acidity picks up on the midpalate and through the clean finish. Drink now. | Citrus Grove | 88 | 14 |
99,329 | us | From a Westside Road-adjacent vineyard in the heart of the northern Middle Reach, Flax is rocky and the vines a decade old. Expect luxurious power and a velvety mouthfeel from this wine, its black tea, pomegranate and rhubarb flavors brushed with allspice, sage and cola. | Flax Vineyard | 95 | 60 |
77,974 | austria | Exuberant notes of tropical passion fruit rise from the glass in this unusually aromatic Grüner Veltliner. Citrusy freshness pervades everything, giving lively direction to the bright, slightly spritzy palate. The finish is zesty, clean and refreshing. | Steinagrund | 90 | 18 |
101,950 | us | The cold vintage impacted this Pinot Noir. While it has raspberry and cherry jam flavors, with plenty of toasty oak, it's a bit one-dimensional, stretched to the limit of richness. Give it an hour or two in the decanter and drink up. | Limited Production | 88 | 47 |
88,049 | chile | Not unlike this producer's 1999 Chardonnay Selection, this Gran Reserva's delivery is all at the beginning. Apple and toasted oak start things off and are followed by crisp acidity and a smooth mouthfeel, However, the finish is short and the oak somewhat overbearing. | Gran Reserva | 84 | 15 |
40,366 | italy | This concentrated blend of Nero d'Avola and other grapes opens with aromas of earth, game, underbrush and mature black fruit. The dense palate offers velvety tannins and doles out juicy black cherry flavor layered with fig, chocolate, white pepper, carob and mint. | Mille e Una Notte | 91 | 85 |
93,371 | us | Fresh floral and stone-fruit aromas take a swirl into butter and crème brûlée on the nose of this elegant Chardonnay. It's a straightforward wine, yet delectably composed with rich, silky texture and a zippy, fresh finish. | Castle Hill Vineyard | 87 | 40 |
15,134 | us | Brooding black currant, blackberry pie aromas meet with clove, sweet tobacco, black tea and hot cola on the nose of this blend of 49% Grenache, 27% Syrah and 24% Mourvèdre from the Coastview, Antle and Brosseau vineyards. There is candied Concord grape fruit to the energetic, light-on-its-feet sip, along with bay leaf, sage, marjoram and thyme. | Gabilan Mountains | 93 | 44 |
27,168 | italy | This medium-bodied white is made from the Trebbiano grape in a small area between Veneto and Lombardy. It has lovely fragrances of peach blossom and Spanish broom, while the palate delivers white peach and lemon pastry flavors. It finishes crisp and clean. | San Benedetto | 89 | 15 |
89,720 | chile | Harsh, fruitless aromas of green bean and ashtray come before a raw palate that's far from welcoming. Choppy, herbal plum flavors are grassy, while the finish offers nothing new or different. | Momentos Reserva | 82 | 11 |
18,460 | uruguay | Dried blackberry aromas include welcome notes of cigar box and tar. This moderately complex Tannat is lush, round and smooth. Flavors of black plum and blackberry are supported by toasty oak, while this tastes blackened and spicy on a silky smooth finish. Drink through 2022. | B6 Parcela Única | 92 | 43 |
120,949 | austria | Flint, ripe peaches and golden apricots with the merest hint of vanilla suggest the finest Viennese pastries. This well-judged and super-mellow wine is just rich enough, also giving hints of almond paste and lime peel. There is no heaviness, just velvety mouthfeel and sumptuous length. | Grande Reserve | 92 | 29 |
17,081 | argentina | Cool, earthy, rooty aromas of licorice, Graham cracker, cassis and blackberry are dark and brooding. This Malbec is loosely structured, with heavy extraction and blackened, gritty flavors of blackberry and toast. A dark, rubbery, blocky finish is giant like the rest of the wine. Drink through 2022. | Pasionado | 92 | 62 |
14,873 | us | This wine comes from the fourth-generation winemaking family behind Los Angeles' San Antonio Winery, which owns vineyards in Santa Lucia Highlands and Arroyo Seco. It offers aromas of smoked pork loin and wild berries and is peppery on the palate, with tart raspberry fruit and the driving sense of smoke throughout. The tannins are a bit firm right now, so wait until 2016 or so. | Estate Reserve | 89 | 25 |
100,713 | italy | Initially a bit shy, this slowly opens in the glass to reveal aromas of ripe berry, leather, baking spice and a hint of scorched earth. The palate offers suggestions of raspberry compote, dried black cherry, vanilla and licorice alongside tightly wound tannins. A marked espresso note closes the finish. Drink after 2019. | Terlo | 89 | 55 |
104,684 | us | This rides the Moscato craze with a wine that could be sweet enough to classify as a dessert sipper, but let's call it off-dry. It has jammy raspberry and apricot flavors, with a hint of orange zest. Best of all is the acidity, which is so clean and balancing. | Pink | 86 | 12 |
52,023 | us | This Chardonnay has flavors of rich, ripe tropical fruit, tangerine, apricot and lime. The tangy acidity provides a keen finish. | Steelbird Unoaked | 86 | 10 |
82,259 | us | From a six-acre site further inland than many of the producer's other sources, this wine shines in classic coastal expression nonetheless. It presents a mix of earthy, stemmy forest and black tea, with a touch of reduction and lightness of oak and power. Delicately textured, it delivers a refined style. | Rice-Spivak Vineyard | 92 | 70 |
10,786 | italy | This opens with a fragrance of white flowers, hints of vanilla and oak. The palate delivers pineapple and lemon peel flavors and a note of cream pastry, along with well integrated oak. The wine has a soft texture and a small, persistent bead. Pair this with shellfish. | Millesimato Arcadia | 90 | 42 |
51,818 | france | A perfumed wine, this offers fresh apple and light spice flavors and considerable acidity. It is light and fruity, with a crisp lemon-zest flavor at the end. The vineyard of the Giennois is close to the city of Orléans, making it the most northerly Loire vineyard. Drink now. | Le Beaux Jours | 85 | 20 |
9,983 | new zealand | Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt plies his trade mainly in California, but this effort from his native country is a winner, featuring a lush mix of nectarine, melon and tomato leaf that finishes long and harmoniously. | Boulder Bank | 89 | 15 |
636 | australia | The Torbreck wines, with the emphasis they place on ripeness, can sometimes be controversial. This one is full bodied and rich, with dense plum and chocolate notes that verge on being fudge-like. But those elements are lifted slightly by hints of mint and bacon. Mocha joins the party on the long finish. Drink now–2025. | The Factor | 92 | 125 |
119,702 | us | 100% Sangiovese, this pale pink wine has notes of bubblegum, wild strawberry and spice. It drinks dry with medium-bodied flavors that linger on the finish. | Meadow | 88 | 18 |
38,115 | spain | Bold black-fruit aromas are pure and inviting. ?Overall, this blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is flush in feel, balanced and full of wild berry ?and plum flavors. On the finish, fully present acidity ?supports oak and chocolaty notes. This an exemplary ?large-production Spanish red. | Crianza | 90 | 15 |
6,284 | us | What a great follow-up to the 2009 vintage. You can put this in the cellar with entire confidence that it will age for likely 10–20 years, and actually improve. At nearly three years of age, it's rich and vibrant with black currants, blueberries and dark chocolate, and a big hit of sweet oak. But the tannins are impossible, locking the mouth down with astringency. It's a pity that most of the 2l,064 bottles produced will probably be opened too young. | Révélation | 94 | 140 |
22,438 | italy | This wine shows the meaty, masculine side of Sangiovese, offering dark tones of prune, plum, wet earth, tobacco and dried violet. The grape's signature freshness washes away any residual heaviness imparted by the wine's richness. | Tenuta di Renieri Riserva | 89 | 26 |
123,125 | us | Lots of sweet fruit is right up front here—super ripe berry/cherry flavors—that quickly fade and leave a rather dull finish. It's two thirds Cabernet Franc, the rest a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and just a splash of Petit Verdot. | QO-NE Red | 84 | 30 |
100,348 | italy | This opens with aromas of orchard fruit, citrus and toasted bread crust. The firm palate offers lime, vanilla, oak and yellow apple skin alongside bracing acidity. A note of bitter almond marks the finish. | Dosage Zero | 87 | 55 |
87,799 | us | Made in small amounts, this floral, tangy and richly textured white wine offers a depth of honey and caramel that overpowers the prettier, more mineral-driven aspects lurking in the underbelly of body. Youthful, it should come around. | Leveroni Vineyards | 90 | 42 |
94,561 | us | This vineyard designate offers mountain-grown characteristics like sage, dried herb and graphite. Full-bodied and built to age, it also shows earthy mushroom underpinnings that recall its forest-like aromas. | Sori Bricco Vineyard | 90 | 90 |
43,766 | us | A pale-colored rosé made entirely from Pinot Noir, this skates near off-dry territory, with perceptible sweetness. It's fruity, soft and round, with forward flavors of cherries and cream. | Zenith Vineyard Oeil de Perdrix | 88 | 20 |
95,511 | us | This ripe Cabernet has an expressive roasted aroma, and the sweet black-cherry and kirsch liqueur flavors are wrapped in thick, toasty tannins. Earthy and smoky through the finish, and tannins ultimately turn a bit rough and drying. | Mays Discovery Vineyard | 89 | 52 |
12,079 | portugal | Full, rich and on the dry side, this is loaded with ripe berry flavors, and it has a core of firm tannins and a touch of acidity. It finishes dry. | Collector Reserva | 86 | 20 |
72,908 | france | Perfumed, red-cheeked apple and freshly baked bread unite into an enticing nose where fruit and autolysis are perfectly fused. The palate follows suit, with the fruit speaking more loudly, leading to an inviting and zesty autolytic finish. | Blanc de Blancs | 91 | 20 |
4,516 | us | This voluptuously seductive wine is also elegantly balanced. Citrus, wet stone and sea salt lift the minerality to pronounced levels, accented by a crispness of lemon peel and papaya wrapped in blossoming jasmine. Many of the vines on the site date back nearly 40 years, a demonstration that in age there is beauty. | Dutton Ranch | 95 | 44 |
1,705 | italy | A ripe, thickly extracted Sangiovese that offers loads of blueberry fruit and cookie dough aromas. It's surprisingly thick and creamy in the mouth with toasted nut flavors on the close. | Patrimonio | 86 | 15 |
118,985 | chile | A super pungent style of SB that will knock you over with nettle, grapefruit, passion fruit and sweaty aromas. The palate is sheer and citric, with tight, angular flavors of lemon, lime, pineapple and green herbs. Zesty to the point of scouring, with jalapeño heat on the finish. | Secreto | 86 | 14 |
124,211 | france | This is a concentrated structured cru wine from a single vineyard. It has dark tannins and a dense spice character from the wood aging. The fruit is still developing to give the wine its potential richness. Drink this firmly structured wine from 2018. This walled vineyard is wholly owned by producer Edouard Labruyère, making it a monopole. | Le Clos du Moulin-à-Vent | 93 | 80 |
6,922 | us | This esteemed winery's younger Chardonnays are all about tension and the future. This begins with slightly sour aromas of yogurt and goat cheese along with shave fennel, radish, daikon and lemongrass. The palate is power by citrusy pith, brine and nectarine peels, with just the tiniest touch of green apple ripeness. Drink 2018–2024. | Machado | 93 | 64 |
28,053 | italy | Here's a hearty blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot that opens with earthy aromas of tilled soil, truffle, tobacco and meat juice. The lush palate delivers juicy black cherry, blackberry, spearmint and thyme alongside rippling but refined tannins. | Riserva | 90 | 45 |
88,864 | us | Showing lovely silkiness, dryness and transparency, this is a Pinot to drink now or age for a while. The flavors are rich but elusive, suggesting wild summer raspberries, cola, pine needles and sautéed mushrooms splashed with balsamic, with the sweet smokiness of oak barrel aging. It's delicate and powerful, but only 47 cases were produced. | Gap's Crown Vineyard | 95 | 50 |
119,122 | portugal | This wine is rich, still young and with a great presence. It layers yellow fruits and orange peel with a soft structure that masks the full-bodied nature of the wine. It is warm, not yet ready. Keep until 2016. | Colheita Seleccionada Branco | 88 | 18 |
46,542 | us | Though aged in just 40% new French oak, the barrel notes of mocha and roasted coffee bean take up much of the stage with dark fruit and herbs fighting for attention. The flavors are ripe and lush but seem a bit clipped. | Zephyr Ridge Estate Bottled | 87 | 35 |
94,592 | us | This is so oaky you can hardly taste anything but the butterscotch, caramel and brown sugar flavors. Way down deep is a note of pineapple jam. | Laguna Ranch Vineyard | 82 | 35 |
3,092 | australia | A lively, balanced wine at an accessible price point, Marquee's 2008 Signature Chard boasts aromas of smoke, vanilla and stone fruit and flavors that follow along similar lines, with white peach and pineapple coming to the fore. Drink now–2012. | Signature | 88 | 15 |
36,868 | france | This is a beautifully ripe wine, full of melon and apricot fruits as well as fine crisp acidity. There is a little touch of pepper to give the wine piquancy. Drink this attractive wine now. | Domaine de l'Olivier Sur Lie | 87 | 11 |
94,836 | us | Full-bodied and a little forwardly sweet, this deeply colored blush bubbly has flavors of raspberries and cherries, accented with smoky yeast, vanilla cookie and peppery spice. Drink now through 2010. | Brut Rosé | 89 | 28 |
29,565 | us | Like a photocopy of a good Chardonnay, this wine is indistinct. There are some decent peach and apple flavors and what tastes like a dose of oak, but it's really thin and watery. | Barrel Aged | 83 | 8 |
119,946 | france | A darn good value, this is a mouthfilling, richly textured wine with several years still ahead of it. It delivers the vintage's hallmark forward fruit, but underscores the raspberries with hints of fudge and a long, velvety finish. Drink now–2018. | Les Cranilles | 91 | 20 |
105,675 | france | This soapy, unfocused wine has tannins and red berry fruit but little structure. The fruit shows a green streak that will not improve. | Classic | 83 | 15 |
54,914 | us | Very generous and full-bodied, this wine has buttery, toasty aromas and almost-sweet marshmallow, vanilla and cream flavors. It's mouth-coating and has a lingering, tasty finish. | Naked Vine Vineyard | 88 | 25 |
123,252 | france | With its sunset pink color, this is an open, soft, full wine that edges towards dryness, but equally picks out red berry fruits, lifted by forward light acidity. It's young, fruity, with hints of minerality. | Rosé Brut | 90 | 73 |
24,265 | us | This is a full-bodied, sumptuous Pinot Noir that's filled with candied, pie-filling flavors of black cherries, licorice, mocha and spices. While it's a bit common in texture, it does provide plenty of pleasure. Drink now. | Mesa | 87 | 48 |
63,513 | spain | Yeasty and gaseous at first, then earthy and smoky. The palate is crisp, wet and fresh, with dry plum, cherry and a hint of cooked brown sugar. Finishes solid and sweet, and overall the wine elicits little to no complaints. | Pinot Noir Brut Reserva Rosé | 86 | 16 |
22,338 | portugal | Deeply fruity wine, almost black in color and very aromatic. It has opulent sweet ripe fruit, quite soft in character with violet and sweet plum flavors. It is probably not for long-term aging, while its fruit character will make it delicious soon. | Vintage | 90 | 35 |
5,170 | spain | Opens with sweet fruit aromas, a whiff of oak and red candy, while the mouthfeeel is juicy and mostly fresh, with clean fruit flavors and more than adequate ripeness and sweetness. Fresh, composed and pleasant in the scheme of things. | Envite Crianza | 87 | 22 |
649 | us | With a smidgen of Petit Verdot, this dark, tight and leathery wine is exalted in tobacco, graphite and tar, still youthfully awkward and shy. The flavors lean savory into meaty aspects of currant and clove, waiting to find companionship in fruit. Drink now after a decant, or cellar through 2023. | Three Twins Vineyard Fallen Feather | 92 | 75 |
56,424 | us | This well-made wine is concise and focused, with pinpoint flavors of cut pear holding the core. Hints of thin red berry and a whiff of tea-tree oil animate the nose. It's unusual and well made. | Terroir Series | 91 | 32 |
129,461 | us | This is an easygoing but richly flavored wine that starts with light toast and spice aromas preceding somewhat sweet jammy flavors, a soft texture and medium body. Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon formed the blend. | Small Batch | 87 | 30 |
107,809 | us | Fruit compote—plum and strawberry—is melded to light toast and coffee. The wine has juicy acids and a thickly satisfying midpalate whose fruit flavors linger on, adding a little peppery spice as the wine evolves in the mouth. Just a whisp of chocolate leaves you ready for the next sip. | Métier Red Wine | 90 | 36 |
19,586 | us | Not an easy wine to appreciate now. It's tannic, and the fruit is fresh and primary, with the sweet, candied taste of a chewy raspberry twist. Still, there's something complex and interesting going on. It's not just another overripe Zin. Give it a year or two to come around. | Black-Sears Vineyard | 89 | 40 |
128,688 | france | There is no question this is a food Champagne. Its fine ripe character balances the Deutz elegance with the addition of dense red fruits and just a touch of orange zest and spice. It is finely textured, with the purest acidity, a top-class Champagne. | Cuvée William Deutz Rosé Brut | 94 | 170 |
73,238 | us | Inspired by “The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy,” this blend of 49% Syrah, 46% Mourvèdre and 5% Petite Sirah shows smoky blackberry, condensed violet and bacon fat on the nose. A sip unleashes mouthcoating flavors, from rich blackberry to tart plum skins, with lots of smoked plum and a touch of asphalt as well. | Forty Two | 92 | 42 |
112,700 | portugal | As often with wines that have some Baga in the blend, rusticity fights with elegance. In this case, elegance is winning as the wine ages. The herbal element is important as is the sweet jelly fruit. | Quinta do Valdoeiro | 86 | 11 |
14,102 | south africa | A blend of 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Shiraz, 14% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Malbec, this clean, approachable red offers notes of black plum, cherry, cocoa and spice on the nose and mouth. A peppery heat on the tongue lingers through the medium finish, as do the dusty tannins. | The Left Bank | 87 | 15 |
78,631 | us | Baking-spice, dark-chocolate, vanilla and cocoa aromas resonate on this barrel-forward wine. The palate brings luscious dark-fruit and dark-chocolate flavors, with grainy tannins backing it up. It shows some warmth on the finish. | Arianses Vineyard | 87 | 28 |
9,502 | us | Extraordinarily rich and sweet in raspberry, cherry, vanilla custard, brown sugar and cinnamon spice flavors. Soft and somewhat sugary on the finish, it shows lots of ripe California fruit, but would benefit from being drier. | Black Nova III | 87 | 78 |
81,225 | chile | Sweet as sin on the nose, with a ton of barrel-driven spice, resin and vanilla. The palate is full, creamy and resiny in feel, with more oak than anything on the flavor profile. There's baked apple and spice too, while the finish is severely oaky. | Amplus | 86 | 24 |
47,344 | argentina | Aromas of baked berry fruits, rubber band and forced oak struggle to be taken seriously. A grabby drawing palate offers stewed berry flavors in front of a finish that's pushed by rubbery tannins. | 505 | 85 | 12 |
75,911 | spain | Initial charred aromas turn to licorice and black fruit on the nose. A rigid structure of fierce tannins provide strength to toasty, spicy berry flavors on the palate. Vanilla, herb and mocha tones combine with textural dryness on the finish. Drink though 2025. | Reserva | 91 | 50 |
88,643 | us | Cherry pie and cinnamon dominate the aromas. Sweet oaky influences like baking spices and brown sugar come out in the flavors, as a lush texture soothes the palate. This tastes mild in terms of acidity and tannins so it comes off as soft and almost sweet. | Estate Vineyard | 88 | 40 |
53,537 | spain | Baked, spicy aromas of berry fruits are a bit damp and herbal. This feels chunky, with mouthfilling, rough tannins. Earthy, baked plum and berry flavors are herbal and a touch salty, while this ends with mature berry flavors and hard tannins. | Hacienda Lopez de Haro Gran Reserva | 89 | 26 |
19,281 | spain | Spicy and jumpy on the nose, with pine and juniper notes coming alongside more normal berry and cherry scents. The palate has a severe snappy, citrusy, narrow feel and flavors of cherry, red plum and cherry tomato. Lightly herbal and oaky on the finish, with good length. | JME | 87 | 25 |
97,647 | us | Shows real elegance and finesse in a variety that can sometimes get a little out of control. With smoothly polished tannins giving it a full-bodied mouthfeel, this single-vineyard wine has rich blackberry, black currant and pepper flavors. Fine now, and should develop for many years. | Nord Vineyard | 92 | 45 |
50,105 | italy | Morellino di Scansano is a red wine on the rise and this beautifully balanced expression shows impressive intensity, freshness and quality of fruit. Those plump cherry nuances really hit home. | Tenuta Belguardo Bronzone | 89 | 28 |
13,474 | italy | Alluring scents of violet and rose waft from the glass. The savory, succulent palate offers ripe strawberry, wild cherry, cake spice, chopped herb and anisette. Firm, refined tannins and fresh acidity provide balance while a saline note wraps up the finish. Drink 2018–2028. | Conca | 93 | 80 |
28,491 | austria | Ripe Meyer lemon hovers just beneath the surface of this wine, filling its core with generous, refreshing but never sharp acidity. It fizzes ever so slightly, following through with appetizing zestiness and fruity freshness only to leave a long, citrus-scented aftertaste. | Tiefenthal | 90 | 23 |
90,637 | france | Soft tannins and a rounded texture make this wine almost drinkable now. The smooth structure only slowly shows tannins and acidity. A fresh, raspberry fruit character will allow the wine to develop. Drink now, although better from 2017. | Clos des Guettes Premier Cru | 89 | 41 |
46,465 | austria | Luscious Mirabelle plums and honey melons are tempered by hints of smoke. The slender palate leaves an impression. Assertive but light, it finishes with a long, clean cut. | In der Schablau Reserve | 92 | 33 |
93,546 | portugal | This is a rich blend of spicy, perfumed Shiraz and Touriga Nacional. Together they make a firm and dense wine. With rich black-plum fruit and a solidly structured character, it's ready to drink now. | Grand'Arte Special Selection | 90 | 15 |
96,543 | portugal | An attractive, red-fruited wine, lightweight with acidity and smoothed with wood. It is fresh, with coffee and black cherry flavors, now ready to drink. | Quinta do Pégo | 87 | 17 |
95,089 | us | Deliciously soft and flavorful now, with all sorts of ripe primary fruit and new oak influences that are almost candied in their richness. Raspberries, cherries, orange zest, licorice, bacon, cinnamon, vanilla and sweet smoky sandalwood flood the mouth, firmed up with fine tannins. Best now–2012. | Sangiacomo Vineyards | 90 | 48 |
50,795 | spain | For Brut Nature, this has body and weight to it. The nose delivers dry apple and pear aromas, while the palate is fairly full and round for the style, with apple and lime flavors. A finish with roundness and density confirms this Cava's good quality. | Brut Nature | 86 | 14 |
86,593 | us | Very sweet in white sugared orange and vanilla flavors, like a honey-nut candy bar. Will satisfy Chard lovers with a sweet tooth | Spirit Hawk | 84 | 15 |
82,140 | italy | Made entirely from Nerello Mascalese, this vibrant wine opens with blue flower, red-skinned berry and thyme aromas. The fresh, juicy palate delivers red cherry, strawberry, cinnamon and licorice flavors framed by fine-grained tannins. Enjoy through 2023. | Ghiaia Nera | 91 | 20 |
117,358 | chile | Spicy plum, berry and herbal aromas cover the bases. This Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah blend is drawing and pulling on the palate. Raw, spicy flavors of toasty plum and herbs finish with a dominant note of wood spice. | Reserva | 87 | 11 |
63,165 | france | Ott specializes in rosés with weight and alcohol. Everything is so well integrated that they are only a part of a rich, fruity wine that has a dense texture, with spice and generous strawberry fruits. Full and definitely for food, the wine should be aged another few months, so drink from mid-2016. | Clos Mireille | 92 | 49 |
122,910 | france | This is the first vintage at this Fleurie property by new owner Alexandra de Vazeilles. It is rich, full of red fruits with considerable acidity. Hints of the 12 months wood aging show in the spice and smoothness at the end. The wine is ready to drink. | Grand Vin | 89 | 60 |
79,709 | chile | Cherry aromas are dilute, and overall the bouquet on this Leyda Pinot Noir is limited. Tart, hard, medicinal red-berry flavors are nondistinct and oaky. The finish is raw, hot and lacking in fruit. | Reserve | 82 | 15 |
105,079 | spain | Gritty earthy nutty aromas announce a slightly stale wine that comes up a little short in terms of purity of fruit and freshness. A good mouthfeel is a positive, while flavors of tomato, spice and gritty, roasted berry and plum finish toasty, peppery and burnt. Drink now. | Conde Valdemar Gran Reserva | 89 | 40 |
81,478 | france | The nonvintage blend from this producer reveals the house style with its crisp character, tangy citrus fruits and great acidity. It is floral, fruity while also sitting on the dry side of Brut. Drink this finely balanced wine now. | Brut Réserve | 89 | 44 |
97,106 | spain | Modest cherry and plum aromas are weighty. This is holding onto its freshness, with flavors of citrus pulp and peel. Drink up now. | Tempranillo | 83 | 10 |