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86,049 | france | A deep and full nose with yeasty, leesy qualities opens this solid and serious offering. Decidedly not fruit-driven, it is still very satisfying, with toast and mild grapefruit flavors, and a full but fairly soft feel. Easy and pleasing, it intriguingly offers more depth than first meets the mouth. | Blanc de Blancs Brut | 90 | 63 |
74,006 | us | This blend of 37% Grenache, 37% Syrah and 26% Mourvèdre is brooding, with its char, smoke, cranberry, dark plum and woodspice aromas. On the palate, silky black cherry flavors are accented with barrel-derived notes, striking a lovely balance. | 6 Prong Vineyard | 89 | 36 |
82,565 | portugal | Bical, the local white of Bairrada on the central coast of Portugal, is used to make sparkling wines. Here in this still wine, it shows its crisp nature and fine acidity. It is light and fruity, with a perfumed citrus character. Drink now. | Q do E Encontro | 88 | 8 |
60,644 | france | Very crisp and very fresh, this thrives on its bright sliced apple flavors. A tight texture gives a lemon tang. It's still young and should be given until late 2015. | Grande Cuvée Brut | 89 | 50 |
40,841 | italy | Earthy aromas of truffle, game and moist earth mingle with overripe plum and a confectionery note. The palate is evolved, offering leather, raisin and tobacco alongside loosely knit, rather fleeting tannins. | Terre di San Zeno | 87 | 48 |
23,290 | portugal | Blending Baga and Touriga Nacional, this wine delivers a big sweep of red fruits and spice. Juicy acidity bursts from the glass. The firm tannins of both grapes are still there and need time to round out. Give this wine until 2017. | Tinto | 91 | 18 |
92,885 | portugal | Coming from the great 2011 vintage, this is an impressive wine. It is rich, smooth and generous in the mouth. Dark dried fruits and acidity create a wine that is on the dry side of Ports. The tannins and acidity and the fact the wine is unfiltered mean it could age although ready now. Drink until 2030. | Unfiltered Single Vineyard Late Bottled Vintage | 92 | 27 |
72,662 | france | Aged in wood and then in bottle for five years, this wine is rich and soft. It is generous, with ripe apple and melon flavors, and is ready to drink. | Cuvée D Brut | 88 | 49 |
59,020 | france | It's rare to find Pinot Blanc in Champagne, let alone as a stand-alone grape. From the southern Aube vineyards, it's fruitier and softer than a Chardonnay-based wine. That makes it accessible, smooth, creamy and just ready to drink. | Extra Brut | 91 | 80 |
83,855 | portugal | Old-gold in color, this wine has concentrated flavors with an almost medicinal intensity. Old wood and acidity form a dominant element along with a note of orange peel. A memorable wine for savoring. | 30 Years Old Tawny | 96 | 200 |
80,108 | portugal | A bold, juicy and fruit-forward wine that is ready to drink young. The tannins are already well integrated into the black fruits and acidity. Drink from early 2016. | F'Oz | 87 | 10 |
119,501 | italy | This blended white from Friuli has pretty white flower and exotic fruit aromas. It has pineapple, pear and banana peel flavors, although it finishes a bit short. | Pino & Toi | 86 | 12 |
120,084 | us | Perfumed in lavender, violet and mountain sage, this is a lovely wine, as always, softly layered in concentrated flavors of tobacco, cassis and black cherry. Integrated and balanced, though bold, it has a grip of tannin and smoky oak that persists on the lengthy finish. | Volcanic Hill | 94 | 225 |
108,025 | us | This cheeky blend of Chardonnay and Bordeaux-inspired Sauvignon Blanc is delicately framed. Fresh and fruity, it discloses apple and lemon notes accented with hints of smoke and savory nuts. | Chardeaux | 85 | 16 |
77,835 | germany | Cool, mineral elegance and pristine tangerine and quince flavors mark this zesty, sylphlike Riesling. It's dry and light bodied with a finish highlighted by lemony acidity. Drink now through 2019. | Trocken | 91 | 22 |
67,205 | germany | Amber in color, this eiswein boasts a rich, caramelized palate full of sweet pastry, honey and baked-apple flavors. Hints of pollen and wax, along with a burst of intense orange-like acidity, add complexity to this intensely ripe, yet delicately textured wine. | Eiswein | 90 | 250 |
68,931 | us | This is a wine that's been tremendously variable over the years, but with the '07, Craig has produced his best bottling since the late 1990s. Succeeds not only with dramatically ripe blackberry, currant, chocolate and sweet, smoky cedar flavors, but also with a structure of finely ground tannins and a long, dry, spicy finish. Drink now and for the next few years. | Affinity | 92 | 48 |
56,151 | spain | Gritty cassis aromas are oaky and challenging, which is what you can get when a wine spends more than three years in oak. In the mouth, this is wiry and rubbery. Foxy plum and cherry flavors finish clampy and herbal. Very good but with a few holes and pitfalls. | Cerro Añon Gran Reserva | 89 | 38 |
12,389 | chile | Oak spice, mint, cocoa powder and berry aromas set up a medium-bodied palate with pinching tannins and depth. Spicy plum and berry flavors are toasty and finish with dark aftershocks of bitter coffee, black pepper and tobacco. | Tama Vineyard Selection | 87 | 16 |
46,626 | us | Herbal and dill infuse the light flavors, and the tannins feel as if they've been softened up in the winemaking process. The wine does a quick fade. | Whistle Stop Red | 85 | 10 |
53,003 | portugal | A dark colored red that is firmly tannic as well as ripe and fruity. The wine is spicy and earthy, redolent of dried fruits, like figs and red berries. With its solid texture, it can age; drink from 2015. | Pedras do Monte | 87 | 8 |
4,634 | us | This is from a tremendous vineyard site near the top of the appellation, situated from 1,250 to 1,800 feet. It incorporates small additions of Zinfandel and Carignane into the whole, a picture of soft beguiling violet aromas that are followed by a velvety texture and underlying grip of tannin. Rich red fruit and a taste of licorice linger on the intense finish. | York Creek Vineyard | 94 | 37 |
118,195 | france | The beautiful estate of the Capitans of Juliénas has produced a smooth and rich wine. A good tannic structure partners with aromatic red cherry and berry fruits. Acidity is well in check, giving just the right freshness. Age the wine a bit more and drink from 2016. | Château des Capitans | 88 | 22 |
124,091 | italy | This playful blend of air-dried white grapes (Prosecco and Incrocio Manzoni) offers simple aromas of honey and peach backed by some dried hay and citrus. Made with organically-grown grapes, this dessert wine is sweet and thick on the close. | Alba Chiara Passito 500ml | 83 | 12 |
78,718 | us | This bottling is the work of Jaffurs general manager David Yates, and the 2014 shines as a great example of blending wines of varying degrees of ripeness. The nose shows thyme, olive, cranberry and fennel, with a warmer hint of vanilla. The palate offers intriguing mulberry and red plum fruit, with exotic notes ranging from sichuan peppercorn to preserved lemon to kalamata olive. | Duvarita Vineyard | 93 | 46 |
123,877 | portugal | A serious, ripe, wood-aged wine. Mint aromas speak of new wood while, on the palate, the texture is dense, packed with dark tannins and rich black fruits. Generous while also structured, this wine could be aged further. Drink from 2018. | Mythos | 91 | 37 |
61,461 | france | The softest hint of apricot can be discerned on the nose. The palate reinforces this flavor with more soft stone fruit and just a touch of off-dry sweetness. The result is a very expressive, gently but deeply fruited, slender palate that will sing with spicy Asian dishes or soft cheeses. It offers wonderfully lasting flavor. | Vieilles Vignes | 90 | 22 |
73,803 | us | Saffron and honey accent juicy tropical mango and pineapple aromas in this vibrant yet delicately framed ice wine. The palate is elegantly nuanced with hints of candle wax, herbs and crushed stone; savory spice notes linger on the finish. | Ice Wine | 87 | 50 |
33,827 | france | Mainly Rolle, this is a plump, melon- and peach-scented white that also features hints of almond and licorice. The fruit is almost honeyed at times, yet still retains a sense of freshness, with some chalky minerality on the finish. | Villars-sur-Var Blanc de Blancs | 88 | 42 |
34,419 | italy | This Nero d'Avola opens with mature black-skinned berry, violet and leather aromas. The firm, juicy palate doles out ripe blackberry, dried cherry and mocha flavors while assertive tannins give it a firm, astringent finish. Drink 2018–2023. | Saia | 89 | 39 |
87,871 | us | Dusty tobacco meets plum skin and currant on the nose of this blend of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. The medium-bodied palate is round and lactic in feel, with grainy tannins giving ample support to the dark fruit tones. | Gabriel Archer Reserve | 88 | 42 |
124,801 | us | This is a big, extracted wine, voluptuous with cherry, plum, Dr. Pepper, pomegranate and oak flavors. It has Pinot's silky texture and the delightfully crisp acidity typical to this central part of Monterey County. You might want to cellar it for 3–4 years to see if it can mellow out. | Tondré Grapefield | 88 | 40 |
32,569 | italy | Subdued aromas of dried black fruit and baking spice set the tone in this wine. Its easygoing, straightforward palate offers mature Morello cherry and vanilla flavors alongside round tannins. Drink soon. | Castelvero Albera | 86 | 13 |
23,684 | france | Bright and fruity, this wine is attractive in black currant flavors. With its juicy balance of acidity and open fruit, it is developing quickly and will be ready from 2019. | Trois Moulins | 87 | 10 |
68,117 | italy | Packaged in a cheerful bright blue bottle, this offers simple aromas of wild flower, cut grass and citrus. It's a simple, fresh white, with a bright finish of melon and peach. | Blu Giovello | 84 | 10 |
75,267 | france | There is an attractive spiciness here, yielding a wine that is warm and rich. It has flavors of tropical fruits, lychees and rosewater. It's full bodied, concentrated and dense in texture, but maintains a freshness through the finish. Drink now. | Exception | 88 | 25 |
74,062 | italy | Red berry, leather and aromatic herb aromas slowly appear in the glass along with a subtle whiff of violet. The taut palate is still tightly wound, offering red cherry, cranberry and star anise alongside youthfully assertive fine-grained tannins that leave a firm finish. | San Lorenzo di Verduno | 92 | 65 |
37,970 | us | This fortified wine made from Blanc du Bois recalls roasted mixed nuts and dried leaves on the nose. The full palate brings a dried fig tone, with sharp acidity and an astringent nut accent. | Madeira | 84 | 40 |
70,293 | italy | Refermented in the bottle, this fragrant, salmon-colored Lambrusco offers delicate scents of wild rose, dried berry and baking spice. The elegant palate offers raspberry, strawberry, nectarine zest and ginger alongside an ultrafine mousse. | Rosé del Cristo | 90 | 18 |
74,542 | italy | This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from near Montalcino shows plenty of youthful character. It has deep earth, tobacco and tar notes on a black-fruit nose, expansive cassis and blackberry flavors, and a tight, structured mouthfeel that should relax if given the three or so years it deserves. Very New World in style. | Tavernelle | 89 | 41 |
122,218 | france | Vines planted on gravel soil line a terrace above the Cher river. This wine with an intensely herbal character is fresh, crisp and packed with fruit. It has some weight, along with a great lift from the aromatic aftertaste. The wine can be drunk now, although it will be better from 2017. | Haute Victoire | 88 | 18 |
67,483 | italy | Spiced blueberry, ripe plum and tilled earth aromas lead the nose on this hearty wine. Made with no added sulfites, the big, chewy palate delivers juicy black cherry, ripe blackberry and licorice alongside the warmth of evident alcohol. | Cascina Gavelli | 88 | 20 |
90,265 | us | A Riesling/Viognier blend, this mixes citrus and peach fruit flavors together, with more than a little bit of sweetness in the finish. It's a fruity, forward, easy-going quaffer, best enjoyed with a good chill on it. | Salish | 85 | 10 |
15,556 | austria | The scent of ripe Mirabelle plums engulfs the nose and unfolds even further on the palate. The plump fruit is tempered by sprightly, fresh lemon. It is purity of fruit with a wholesome edge of earthiness that distinguishes this streamlined, poised wine. The length is astonishing. | Loibenberg | 94 | 42 |
107,827 | us | An excellently priced blend of 70% Zinfandel, 14% Syrah, 11% Petite Sirah and 5% Grenache, this shows crystallized raspberry and rose petals on the nose. The palate offers light cranberry and pomegranate fruit, boosted by black and white pepper. This bottling has lots of life and energy, but it's drinking great now. | Purple Paradise | 88 | 15 |
28,146 | us | Fresh and satisfying, with flavors of apples and pears, brioche and vanilla cream. What stands out is the full, round midpalate, and the way the wine keeps resonating through an extended finish. | Estate | 90 | 15 |
84,560 | us | Though just two years past fermentation, this is already taking on a mature hue with hints of bricking around the rim. It's soft, smooth and lightly toasty, a blend of rose water and wild raspberry flavors that have the precision and elegance to impress. Though light and low in alcohol, it's a well-made, true-to-variety style. | Blue Chip | 89 | 25 |
18,377 | us | This companion to the winery's “Right Blend” is two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, the rest an even mix of Merlot and Cab Franc. It's still a little stiff, lightly leathery, and shows a streak of green in the finish. But inside is some good Red Mountain material. A good decanting helps to open it up. | Artz Vineyard Left Blend | 87 | 45 |
75,916 | us | From one of the few estate properties in this new appellation comes anise-flecked aromas of blackberry puff pastry, mixing up ripe fruit with buttery oak. This is a very approachable Syrah, with dark fruits and pepper spice that will appeal widely, showing why Ballard Canyon may be the variety's best hope for popular acceptance. | Cuvee Charlotte | 91 | 55 |
116,652 | spain | Clean, snappy aromas of apple and citrus are sharp but appealing. This fresh, healthy white offers tangerine, nectarine and stony flavors before a crisp, refreshing finish. | Nivei | 87 | 12 |
34,914 | italy | Packaged in an electric blue bottle, this opens with tones of cracked white pepper and fragrant field flower. There's a touch of sweet softness on the finish that gives momentum to the wine's bubbly foam. | Blue Millesimato Extra Dry | 86 | 18 |
17,013 | us | A lovely Cab, polished and refined, and a huge improvement over the winery's 2004 bottling. Shows classic Napa Valley softness and roundness, a wine that seduces the palate. There are complex flavors of black currants, sweet sage and cedar, wrapped into silky, ripe tannins. Delicious now, and should develop for a decade or more. | Estate | 92 | 75 |
10,603 | france | With Hubert de Bouärd (whose family owns Château Angélus in Bordeaux) as consultant, this estate has produced a ripe wine that has the crispest, purest fruit flavors. Red berries and apples shoot through the lightly tannic texture. The wine will be better from late 2016. | Impatience | 91 | 19 |
34,947 | us | Big and bold, broad in texture and deep in ripe, chocolaty flavors, this wine is full bodied. Rich in mouthfeel, it's almost sweet, and deftly made to be appealing now despite very firm tannins. It will be outstanding in a pairing with big proteins. | Lani's Vineyard | 91 | 45 |
99,594 | italy | Aromas of French oak, mature black-skinned fruit, espresso and a hint of blue flower lead the nose on this structured red. The generous palate doles out juicy black cherry, blackberry, ground pepper and licorice while velvety tannins provide smooth, seamless support. Drink through 2021. | Mille e Una Notte | 92 | 89 |
118,042 | italy | There's exotic spice here that plays a supporting role to prune, plum and mature blackberry. The wine (a blend of Montepulciano and Nero di Troia) is simple, but generous and intense at the same time. It feels smooth and succulent in the mouth. Pair it with grilled steak and French fries. | Rupìcolo | 86 | 11 |
67,369 | italy | If you thought Gini's 1998 La Frosca was great, try this one. Yes, the price is a little higher, but it's worth it. Apple and citrus aromas start this one off. Excellent acidity and balance follow, with a smooth mouthfeel and a long finish. Whoever thought Soaves could be this good? | La Froscà | 90 | 18 |
55,877 | italy | Here's a modern, mature wine with baked blackberry notes at the beginning that are followed by white pepper and exotic spice. There's an attractively spicy quality to this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese that gives the wine a sharp, focused feel despite the ripeness of the fruit. Great price too. | Non Confunditur | 89 | 25 |
92,952 | us | A touch of oak brings some smoky, vanilla flavors to this wine, but the real stars are the tangerines, Asian pears, Meyer lemons and honeysuckle. The wine is rich, but brightened with brilliant acidity. | Somerston Estate | 87 | 22 |
17,463 | us | A little high in alcohol, as is the Paso Robles way, but really a very lush and pleasurable Zinfandel. Softly tannic and slightly sweet, it floods the mouth with ripe flavors of raspberries, black cherries, mocha, cinnamon and pepper. | Wheelhouse | 88 | 21 |
26,318 | italy | Aromas of espresso, Mediterranean scrub and dark-skinned berry lead the nose. The subdued palate is on the lean side, showing dried black cherry and a green note of powdered sage alongside astringent tannins that leave a bitter, tongue-drying finish. | Lamùri | 86 | 20 |
15,286 | us | With a clarity of fruit and minerality, this wine is brightly floral and noticeably stony, with highlights of melon, lemon and green apple. | Unoaked | 90 | 27 |
10,144 | us | Deep raspberry, plump cranberry and licorice show on the nose of this well-constructed wine. A prominent cranberry spice hits the front of the palate and carries all the way into the finish, along with a bit of pencil shavings. | Wavertree | 87 | 40 |
102,724 | us | The Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon seems a little reductive at the moment; odd, since the 2005 vintage was forward, almost fat, and the wine has been in bottle for quite some time. It should definitely be decanted and aired out before serving, which will help to push the fruit flavors forward. The finish is just slightly dilute, but the wine is well-made and may just be suffering from some of the occasional dumbness that strikes Cabernet. | Indian Wells | 86 | 18 |
7,265 | us | There's plenty of nuance and detail on this concrete-aged wine, with its baked apple and spice aromas and flavors. It shows a fine sense of elegance and balance. | Reserve Estate Unoaked | 89 | 24 |
37,037 | us | There's a soft voluptuousness to this Syrah that makes it instantly drinkable. It's intense in blackberry, cassis, mocha and grilled prosciutto notes, with lots of new French-oak influence adding toast, vanilla and caramel flavors. As sweet as it tastes, it finishes dry, long and spicy. | Eight Barrel Estate Grown and Bottled | 92 | 40 |
31,088 | italy | Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet team up to produce an easy wine with pleasant texture and measured aromatic intensity. The wine picks up in the mouth thanks to its freshness and natural acidity. | Albatro | 86 | 39 |
691 | us | This deep-colored, full-bodied red gets a little swagger in its step from enticing smoky oak aromas and powerful black-fruit flavors that also carry that spicy oak streak. This is brash enough for slow-cooked barbecue but sophisticated enough for osso buco. The texture is fine-grained from supportive tannin, and the finish lingers. Best now through 2018. | Ghielmetti Vineyard Micro-lot Reserve | 91 | 50 |
24,601 | chile | Our expectations for Maipo SB are usually tempered, but this is good and secure. The nose is light and honest, while the palate offers forward grapefruit, orange and lime flavors. The feel is full and comfortable, and it finishes and settles well and a little green. Drink right away. | Estate Bottled Reserva | 87 | 15 |
88,828 | us | This is an extremely restrained Syrah, offering black olive, tapenade, asphalt, damp grass and garden herbs on the nose. The palate shows tar, green coffee bean and Kalamata and green olives, proving intriguing if obscure. | Sebastiano | 88 | 50 |
57,299 | italy | This hearty red opens with aromas of leafy underbrush, leather, licorice and a hint of menthol. The firm, chewy palate offers ripe wild cherry, raspberry jam, anisette and tobacco. Brooding tannins support the dark flavors. Drink 2019–2029. | del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba | 91 | 59 |
101,770 | spain | Reduced, jammy aromas of boysenberry, plum and blueberry set up a woody, choppy feeling palate with tannins that need to mellow. Raisiny berry flavors are on the heavy side, while residual oak notes are prominent. A tannic, drawing finish is dense, woody and in need of settling. Drink through 2030. | Reserva | 91 | 60 |
57,980 | us | Temecula vintner Phil Baily is one of this warmer region's strongest proponents for upholding complexity over ripeness. This bottling offers red currant, cedar, leather and minty chocolate on the nose, while the palate conveys lots of herbal influence, from peppercorn, licorice and dill to minty black raspberry and eucalyptus oil. All those elements need more time to integrate. Drink 2019–2023. | Estate Bottled | 90 | 65 |
71,411 | us | Supple and sturdy, this beautifully structured blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Syrah, which uses fruit sourced from the estate vineyard, utilizes the best assets of both grapes. The Cabernet gives it both firmness and depth, while the Syrah pipes in vivid, juicy, berry flavors. Still young and primary, the best is clearly yet to come. | Phinny Hill Vineyard Columbia Rediviva | 94 | 50 |
48,250 | italy | A blend of Corvina (85%) with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this red blend from near Verona in northern Italy offers cooked fruit, blackberry, cola, barbecue smoke and cured beef aromas. There's a finely aged quality to the bouquet and mouthfeel. | Arlèo | 90 | 45 |
99,604 | austria | Friendly, appetizing and alluring notes of green Conference pear are most inviting. This plays on fresh fruit but duly acknowledges the peppery element of Grüner in the background. With a little time, this shows some muscle and depth—but remains refreshing, charming and fruity throughout. The pepper lingers smoothly and pleasantly. | Ried Achleiten Smaragd | 92 | 60 |
8,999 | us | This is a fun discovery, a tantalizing mix of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown from estate vineyards in cool, acid-driven sites within the appellation ideal for sparkling. Light pink and gold in color, it celebrates the tangy flavors of pomegranate, strawberry and grapefruit against a mineral-laden backdrop and remarkable depth. | Methode Traditionelle Brut | 93 | 42 |
101,914 | italy | This opens with earthy aromas of forest floor, tilled soil, dark berry and a whiff of baking spices. Made with very old vines, the concentrated palate doles out black cherry, blackberry, clove and anise alongside fresh acidity. | Vecchie Vigne 50 | 89 | 29 |
42,985 | france | Concentrated and solid, this is packed with dense, dusty tannins as well as ripe black fruits. It is complex, balanced between tannins and fruit sliced by a shot of acidity. This is a wine for aging, don't drink before 2017. | Renaissance | 93 | 55 |
2,992 | austria | The nose is uncertain and hovers between musky botrytis and lactic tartness. The palate removes all doubt and shines with luscious, concentrated sweetness, referencing the pleasant bitterness of honeycomb and the spice of maple syrup. Pure lemon freshness illuminates everything. Drink now through 2025. | Trockenbeerenauslese | 91 | 30 |
23,683 | italy | This attractive wine opens with unusual but enticing aromas of spring flowers, dill and thyme. The palate offers lemon peel, lime, apricot and almond alongside bright acidity. It will actually benefit with a little more bottle age to develop depth and complexity. Drink 2015–2018. | Rincrocca | 89 | 18 |
21,462 | germany | Delicate morello cherry and tart red plums perfume this bright, lifted Pinot Noir. The palate is anchored by a crush of cranberry acidity and a rippling core of granite. It's a refined, exceptionally balanced wine edged by feather-soft tannins. Drink now through 2020. | Neipperger Trocken | 92 | 34 |
22,793 | spain | Blackberry, black cherry, earth and rubbery scents create a blunt, dense bouquet. This is round and full in body, with solid tannins balanced by fleshy, fruity depth. Dark plum, cassis and raspberry flavors linger on an earthy finish with toast and cola notes. Best enjoyed 2017–2022 | Selección Familiar Reserva | 91 | 30 |
20,494 | us | This lightly sweet wine has an intense oaky, peppery, smoky aroma and the flavors come out the same way. The beefy, liquid-smoke character should match ribs in barbecue sauce. | Sultry | 85 | 12 |
37,481 | italy | Funky aromas of farmyard, overripe berries and plums, vanilla and oak all carry over to the palate along with wild cherry and cinnamon notes. It's shy on fresh acidity, while astringent tannins lead to a drying close. | Pertimali | 86 | 55 |
127,747 | france | Unfiltered and made in what the producer calls a traditional ancestral way, the wine is certainly intense and full of spice as well as fruit. The wine, with its tangy citrus and concentration, needs to age. Drink from 2018. | Aujourd'hui Comme Autrefois Non Filtré | 88 | 25 |
67,235 | us | As a 100% varietal wine, blue fruit, vanilla and herb aromas are followed by abundant cherry flavors, with lightly dry tannins backing them up. The oak plays a prominent role. | Proprietor's Reserve | 87 | 43 |
62,877 | italy | From the local Italian word for “to work the soil,” Runcaris represents an easy, fresh expression of Soave Classico with lingering aromas of citrus, yellow rose, honey, jasmine and dried herbs. | Runcaris | 86 | 15 |
84,391 | chile | Full, rubbery and robust on the nose, with earthy berry aromas. The palate shows cassis, cherry and raspberry along with spiky, zesty acidity. Herbal, savory notes accent the finish, and overall this is a medium bodied Cab with lively fruit and freshness. | Los Vascos | 86 | 14 |
125,337 | us | Cabernet Sauvignon (45%) and Cabernet Franc (42%) take the lead on this blend. The aromas suggest notes of dried herb, cherry, vanilla and pencil shavings while the palate offers elegantly styled dark-fruit flavors with toasty accents. It's a very pretty expression of the vintage. | Claret | 90 | 25 |
118,773 | us | The use of 75% new oak applies a thick coating of vanilla over the fruit, which nonetheless is in plentiful supply, sweet, sappy and delicious. Immense black cherry and cassis turns a bit liquorous in the mouth, with streaks of tobacco, lots of vanilla and some finishing heat. | Wild Eyed | 88 | 48 |
113,151 | italy | Made entirely with Nero d'Avola, this opens with aromas of red berry and Mediterranean herb. The vibrant straightforward palate delivers red cherry, raspberry and baking spice alongside fresh acidity. Drink soon. | Aprile | 87 | 13 |
60,261 | us | A distinct pink color and overtly fruity flavors combine with strong bubbles. The wine has vivid red-cherry and raspberry flavors and a bit of the texture of a red wine. | Blanc de Noir | 87 | 25 |
56,351 | italy | Well-executed and very intense, this dense Sicilian Cabernet imparts a few green notes of dried herbs, bell pepper and coffee bean. Here, the rosemary and wild sage nuances are very attractive and the wine sits confidently in the mouth thanks to its firm tannins and solid structure. | Schietto | 91 | 45 |
80,706 | us | A majority of Merlot speaks in this nicely approachable wine, a high-toned expression of cranberry and cherry. Mid-tier complexity and full-bodied weight give way to a juicy backbone that's accented by dusty, interwoven tannin. | Snakepit Red | 92 | 60 |
96,922 | us | Rustic and mouth-coating in leathery tannin, this tri-appellation wine is ripe with sweetened oak. Surely crowd-pleasing, it's a good value for its quality and straightforward approachability. | Winemaker's Blend | 87 | 23 |
103,236 | us | This beautiful wine has aromas as ripe as dried figs, flavors as deep as blackberries falling off the vine, and a welcoming, broad texture that begs for another sip. While full bodied, it's easy to relax into. | Old Vine | 91 | 13 |
129,608 | romania | Hints of rose petals are a curious contrast to earthier scents of soil and beets on this full bodied, slightly chunky Romanian Merlot. Pleasant for everyday dining; flavors of charred wood and preserved plum would pair nicely with an assortment of smoked meats and cheeses. | Vitis Metamorfosis | 84 | 15 |
91,419 | us | This bottling from fine winery Foxen has varied over the vintages, sometimes quite good, sometimes ordinary. The '11 is somewhere in the middle. It's a bit thin, with the blackberry, coffee and currant flavors disappearing quickly on the finish. It's also oddly acidic, whether naturally so or added. Either way, it's not an ager. | Tinaquaic Vineyard | 86 | 48 |
68,978 | france | This is a spicy wine with mint aromas and rich juicy fruits. It is dense, powerful and concentrated while preserving a sense of proportion and style. Dark wood-aging flavors are still showing and need time to integrate. Drink from 2018. | L'Excellence | 91 | 45 |