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30,919 | argentina | This starts out tarry, but airing reveals aromas of tobacco, asphalt and oaky berry fruits. The mouthfeel is flush and extracted, but not overly heavy. Flavors of black fruits are more generic than specific, while the finish is tannic, with lively acidity. The blend is Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Bonarda. | Corte B | 91 | 30 |
75,980 | us | Feels heavy and ponderous now, almost like a common Grenache, and might age, but it's a gamble. Made in a particular style of extreme ripeness, the wine features blackberries, currants, red licorice and spices, and is fully dry. | Garys' Vineyard | 85 | 48 |
97,032 | us | Easy to enjoy for its straightforward flavors and balance, this medium-bodied wine smells like black cherries and strawberries, tastes fruity and moderately rich and is also shaded by vanilla and maple, adding complexity and a touch of sweetness. | Reserve | 88 | 20 |
20,752 | us | This sends up scents of grape jam, plum and cherry, and those round and forward fruit flavors combine in the mouth. It's a tasty young wine, with plenty of immediate appeal from its lollipop-rainbow flavors. | Lazy River Vineyard | 87 | 38 |
18,074 | france | The slightest whiff of pepper on the nose leads to a spiced, leesy and slender palate on this unusual Alsace resident: it's Switzerland's Chasselas making an appearance. This is slender and while the nose is shy, the palate provides ample textures. Make as a local and have this with fresh white asparagus. The wine has a great acidic spine and luminous freshness. | Vieilles Vignes | 90 | 22 |
101,820 | chile | A jammy raspberry aroma comes with a herb note and a pinch of varietal green. The palate is fresh, forward and well balanced, a nice home for plum, cherry and herb flavors. On the finish this is clean and fairly light in body, with some snappiness. | Reserve | 87 | 18 |
15,564 | us | This very substantive wine carries rich and complex flavors on a firm and lively frame. It has an exotic, perfumed aroma, and plenty of fruit flavor and firm tannins. The elements of ripe cherries, suave oak and vibrant acidity all support each other for great balance and a long finish. | Gloria Estate | 94 | 54 |
35,622 | france | This is a rich wine, full bodied and packed with fruit. Ripe red-berry flavors are just touched by pepper and spice. It comes from selected parcels in the Faulkner family's estate, giving a concentrated, dense wine that will work best with food. | Aurélia | 91 | 25 |
34,948 | us | Blended with 14% Petite Sirah, this old-vine powerhouse is juicy and sultry, with a hint of smokiness. Leather and bark add to the savory picture, while the tannin profile is decidedly soft and smooth. | Old Vine | 91 | 45 |
110,988 | france | A pure citrus-flavored wine, this is refreshing and light. Its crispness will soften over the next few months, but drink now for the forward fruitiness. | Carrelet d'Estuaire | 84 | 21 |
114,343 | italy | White spring flower and citrus aromas lead the way on this juicy, savory wine. On the bright palate, a touch of cake spice accents succulent grapefruit, lemon drop and green apple alongside fresh acidity. A white almond note fills in the finish. | Cento Filari | 89 | 25 |
122,354 | us | Grown in Green Valley, this medium-bodied wine offers heady Asian spices seasoned over tart, tangy orange and cherry. Pretty aromatics ride shotgun over a depth of earth and soft tannin and smoky oak, the wine ultimately plush and lush. | Dutton Ranch | 91 | 40 |
68,716 | france | Concentrated and luscious, this has notes of dried apricot and fig, with a dense texture reminiscent of honey and orange marmalade. It has a strong mineral structure that melds with the ripe generosity. Savor this intense wine alone at the end of a meal or with blue cheese. | Symphonie de Novembre | 94 | 24 |
67,518 | us | Somewhat rugged, with edgy tannins, but very flavorful, a nice wine to have with Italian-inspired pasta dishes. Made from Syrah and Sangiovese, with a splash of Cabernet, it's dry and tart, and shows blackberry, cherry and currant flavors. | Rosso di Sonoma | 87 | 25 |
126,892 | portugal | An easygoing ripe red, with the minerality of the Dão rounded into sweeter damson and red berry fruits. There's an attractive layer of acidity for freshness. Drink now. | Aliança Particular | 87 | 14 |
62,625 | portugal | A blend of four grapes, this structured wine shows big black fruitiness along with fresh acidity. It's still young, bright with acidity and needs time to round out. Drink from 2017. | Companhia das Lezírias Samora | 88 | 12 |
53,308 | france | An unusually rich wine for Sancerre, this is packed with apple and pear fruits, with a soft touch of honey to fill out the palate. It is ripe, full of fruit and immediately drinkable, soft at the end while still fresh. | Les Comtesses | 88 | 30 |
80,041 | france | The nose gives little away and is very shy. The palate, however, is a paradigm on lemony freshness—of textured candied lemon and pear richness and great concentration. All of the richness of Pinto Gris is present, but it is carried aloft by zesty citrus freshness to strike a note of harmonious tangy balance. The finish shimmers with pear, earth and spice. | Wiebelsberg Grand Cru | 92 | 53 |
18,390 | us | A juicy blend of 86% Mourvèdre and 14% Grenache this is a bang-up value for subtle blueberry and crushed blackberry layers amid a sanguine, earthy core. Soft and medium-bodied, it has a distinct suggestion of licorice on the finish. | Vin D'Eliza | 88 | 16 |
109,238 | spain | This funky white from the island of Mallorca is 50% Premsal and 50% Callet, and if you've never heard of those grapes you're not alone. The nose is a bit harsh and strange, while the palate is on the flat side. Flavors of ham, pithy citrus and nectarine finish jumbled. This is more of a unique oddity than great white wine. | Quíbia Falanis | 86 | 16 |
70,914 | australia | The 2008 Phoenix Cabernet displays amply concentrated notes of cherry, cassis and tobacco. There's plenty of stuffing here, with a long finish that fades slowly away to notes of dried tea leaves. | Phoenix | 89 | 20 |
25,953 | us | Overlooking the Gualala River and Pacific Ocean, the McDougall Vineyard reaches elevations of 1,100 feet, a perfect vantage point from which to breathe in fresh, cooling coastal air. The resulting wine is awash in bright, vibrant acidity, yet offers equal measures of juicy black cherry fruit and dried herb spice. | McDougall Vineyard | 93 | 58 |
120,434 | us | This is a truly delicious wine, worthy of accolades no matter its gulpability, made in a pretty off-pink color from 80% Malbec and 20% Merlot and aged six months in stainless steel. Tangy and crisp, it sings on the palate, an undeniable reward of watermelon and mandarin orange that's got meat on its tender bones. | Vin Clair | 93 | 36 |
78,561 | argentina | Smoky, spicy aromas are highly wood-driven, which creates hickory and campfire scents rather than discernible fruit. This feels a touch sticky and soupy, while baked, woody berry, black plum and cassis flavors are charred prior to a spicy, chunky finish. | Limestone Block | 87 | 20 |
25,990 | us | From a 30-year-old vineyard planted to historic cuttings of the grape, this wine has an inviting nose that shows fresh strawberry-hibiscus juice mixed with marjoram, mint and light cedar. The palate packs in all that's wondrous about Cab Franc, highlighting oregano, thyme, bay leaf, leather and peppercorn against a backdrop of boysenberry and elderberry fruit. | Francville Vineyard | 91 | 45 |
113,996 | us | Tantara's 2012 Pinots tend to be cloudy and light like this one, which delivers aromas of cranberry and allspice. It's very soft on the palate, with light chai flavors and the tartness of barely ripe pomegranate. | Lindsay's Vineyard | 92 | 65 |
36,022 | chile | This blend of 60% Carmenère and 40% Carignan opens with campfire, cassis, chocolate, oak and minty aromas. A wall of acidity greets you on the palate, creating a clampy, rough feel. In terms of flavor, oak is up front and behind that there's graphite and minty, herbal fruit in front of a finish with tobacco, vanilla and length. | Enki Carmenère-Carignan | 88 | 30 |
96,209 | portugal | This ripe, smooth wine is juicy with attractive red fruits. A barnyard character at the back spoils the natural fruitiness. Tannins and blackberry flavors provide a happier finish. | Casaleiro Reserva | 85 | 10 |
94,414 | chile | A dark, chunky wine with cola, cassis and beet-like aromas. The palate is extracted but gritty, with big blackberry fruit that doesn't change or improve in the mouth. Deep as night but dull-edged; it flat-lines on the finish. | Cabernet Franc-Carménère | 85 | 11 |
24,806 | france | There is something floral and tender, even creamy on the nose. The palate on the one side has a creamy apricot and peach aspect, on the other a totally taut and brisk lemon-lime streak. This makes for tension and interest. This is concentrated and exciting, dry and very, very enjoyable. Drink now through 2025. | Kirchberg de Ribeauvillé Grand Cru | 93 | 37 |
36,335 | australia | Loaded with ripe pear, muskmelon and tropical fruit, this is a medium-bodied, plump white with crowd appeal. It seems a bit off dry, but closes on a citrusy note. | Two Lands | 87 | 15 |
90,148 | hungary | Citrus blossom and lemon pith entice your nose while flavors of apple, pear and peach please your palate. There's a hint of ripe fruit sweetness on the finish. | Dry Cuvée | 89 | 13 |
10,005 | us | Full-throttle Burgundian technique marks this Chardonnay. It's explosive with buttered toast and popcorn and apricot and orange jam flavors. There's a fine streak of lime acidity. It's an exciting wine, as opulent as California Chard gets, if a little over-the-top, venturing beyond balance into opulence for its own sake. | Finch Hollow Estate Grown Cave Fermented | 91 | 110 |
53,100 | italy | This easygoing blend of Nero d'Avola and Merlot has black-skinned fruit, Mediterranean underbrush and blue flower aromas. The juicy palate offers mature blackberry, baking spice and nutmeg flavors, accompanied by round tannins. | Ikano | 88 | 22 |
5,651 | austria | The inviting notion of gently sun-ripened yellow plums on the nose draws you in. The palate follows this with gentle, juicy but balanced ripeness, featuring mirabelle plum and pear. There is a welcome grapefruit zestiness to the body and finish that makes this refreshing and moreish. | Kremser Sandgrube Reserve | 90 | 21 |
54,868 | us | This single-vineyard wine feels light and silky in the mouth, like the passing of a cloud. Yet incredibly ripe cherry, raspberry, strawberry and cola flavors give it weight and importance, making it sweetly delicious. Brilliant acidity provides balance, suggesting pairing it with barbecued steak. But there's also as guarantee foraging as you can get in a California Pinot Noir. Should still be gathering steam in 2023. | Pisoni Vineyard | 94 | 67 |
20,369 | us | This is possibly the richest, ripest unoaked Chardonnay ever made in California. It's so powerful with tropical fruit, lemon drop, lime, peach and honey flavors, it might just blow your mind. High acidity adds balance and gives the wine mouthwatering tartness. | Durell Vineyard Origin | 93 | 48 |
129,015 | us | This is a concentrated wine that borders on bold. Plummy raisin cake underlies a straightforward ripeness and soft bite of bittersweet tannin, the oak subtle but there. | Chairman's Club | 88 | 42 |
105,425 | us | All the parts are here to make a good Cabernet. Flavors of chocolate, blackberry jam, cassis and smoky oak are framed in rich tannins. But the wine needs a little time to knit together. Should be drinking well by spring 2014. It's a great value for the price, and easy to find with more than 15,000 cases produced. | Crazy Creek | 90 | 20 |
60,213 | new zealand | This is an amply endowed, round wine, with no hard edges. The ripe cherry fruit is dusted with hints of dusty earth and ground cinnamon that linger on the finish. It's a lush, harmonious mouthful of Pinot pleasure. Drink now–2020. | Reserve | 91 | 40 |
102,042 | italy | Here's a very correct and clean Sangiovese with bright cherry nuances and blueberry followed by a touch of bitter almond. The mouthfeel is thin, easy and watery. | Prugneto | 84 | 15 |
583 | us | This incredibly zesty and fruity bottling shows raspberry, lavender and white pepper on the nose. It's fun to sip, with snappy red fruits and hibiscus most prominent. Complexity comes from touches of rooibos tea and potpourri. It's still extremely youthful. | Unfiltered Estate | 89 | 32 |
29,166 | us | No one does a better job with the Syrah from this vineyard than Mark Ryan McNeilly. Here, the peppery, just-ripe fruit is washed in a caramel bath. The flavors are long, and despite all of the barrel influence, the grapes have the muscle and texture to stand out equally. | Les Vignes de Marcoux Lost Soul | 92 | 48 |
55,528 | chile | Leafy burnt aromas of compost lack freshness. This feels lean, raw and grabby, while forced flavors of oak and savory, roasted plum finish rubbery and tannic. | Reserve | 83 | 10 |
108,867 | chile | Traditional Maipo Valley aromas of eucalyptus and wild herbs form the opening, while spicy, oaky shadings fill out the bouquet on this Cabernet-led blend that contains 15% Syrah. A full, oaky palate is lively, while heavily herbal, briny flavors of olive and tobacco confirm the wine's Chilean character. | Gran Devoción | 87 | 18 |
75,511 | portugal | This powerful, tarry and ripe wine offers weight as well as good black fruits. As it develops, it will reveal ripe berry flavors with a balanced structure. Drink this potentially impressive wine from 2021. | Grande Reserva | 93 | 40 |
102,975 | us | This tightly wound wine opens in the glass, with intense, bright acidity that wraps around herbal, minty undertones. Blackberry, raspberry and clove give it plenty of varietal classicism, but it's the strong earthy loam and forest floor that provide intrigue and elegance. | Dutton Ranch Freestone Hill Vineyard | 93 | 72 |
106,815 | portugal | A light, bright, deliciously lemony wine, with an attractive aromatic lift. Fruity, ready to drink now. | Vinha Conchas | 85 | 9 |
34,340 | spain | Candied strawberry and grassy aromas unfold on the nose. On the palate, this blend of Monastrell and Pinot Noir feels heavy. A mix of candied red-fruit flavors and weedy notes finish short. | Federico Paternina Banda Azul Rosé | 84 | 10 |
6,685 | france | Beautifully balanced, this conveys both rich fruit and a tense, intense minerality. Combining the two strands impeccably, it brings out tangy apple and pink grapefruit flavors and a steely, tight acidity. It's a structured wine that needs to age. Drink from 2018. | Clos Häuserer Wintzenheim | 93 | 65 |
107,202 | italy | This wine's exotic spice, leather, toast and vanilla aromas unfold in the glass. The taut, linear palate offers dried black cherry and pomegranate flavors, with a sprinkling of cinnamon, assertive, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. | Vie Erte | 89 | 38 |
36,464 | us | Fleshy in pineapple and papaya, with a pinch of Sémillon blended within, this wine displays itself in a fuller-bodied style, quite ripe and robust, with strong, lingering flavors of dried apricot and vanilla. | Danielle Vineyard Estate | 85 | 20 |
69,482 | italy | This has aromas of stalky underbrush, porcini mushroom, game and berry. The wine's uber-simple palate shows suggestions of wild cherry and a hint of clove alongside drying, fleeting tannins and brisk acidity. | Il Selciato | 85 | 20 |
115,284 | us | Intriguing aromas of earth, roasted almonds, beeswax and ghee prove almost mead-like on the nose of this twist-top single-vineyard bottling by Larry Schaffer. The tightly wound palate is more restrained and familiar for the variety, offering honeyed pear and citrus peel flavors. | White Hawk Vineyard | 90 | 30 |
113,902 | croatia | Notes of sweet blueberry and blackberry jam entice on the nose and palate of this light to medium-bodied blend of Cab and Blaufränkisch. Soft on the palate with a core of sweet black fruit, it's balanced by smooth tannins, bright acidity and just a hint of bramble and wood. Surprisingly long on the finish. | Cabernet Sauvignon Blaufränkisch | 85 | 13 |
19,706 | italy | There's a nutty, smoky quality to this Cartizze Prosecco that adds depth and dimension beyond the wine's more characteristic floral and fresh fruit notes. This is a well-balanced wine thanks to a playful harmony between delicate sweetness and spicy crispness on the finish. | Cartizze | 88 | 36 |
21,583 | us | The blend on this complex red wine is mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with some Petit Verdot and what the winery calls “other reds.” It's the most interesting of Geyser Peak's 2011s, showing ripe, forward black cherry and red currant fruit, but also notes of dried herbs, minerals, bacon, black pepper, licorice and espresso. While it's not an ager, it grows more interesting as it breathes in the glass. | Tectonic | 91 | 28 |
86,468 | us | Smoked beef, tart cherries and dark berries show on the inviting nose of this hearty bottling from winemaker Paul Clifton. The palate is both heavy duty and elegant, with blackberry and black-cherry fruit resting on a spicy backbone of ginger, clove, bay leaf and aromatic chocolate, leaving the tongue singing for quite a while. | Smith Vineyard | 93 | 50 |
26,793 | france | Crisp and fruity, this bright, textured wine has a tangy character that is juicy and refreshing. Lively and rich, it is ready to drink although it will be better from 2017. | Hors Classe | 90 | 26 |
12,130 | portugal | With creamy Encruzado and perfumed Malvasia in the blend, this is a deliciously full-bodied wine. There is a smoky character as well as a creamy texture. The wine is young and fruity but ready to drink, although it will be better from 2018. | Branco | 90 | 14 |
73,978 | us | A sip is all it takes to fall in love with this potent Pinot Noir. Big tannins and crisp acidity make it hard to appreciate now, but there's a gigantic core of cherries and raspberries, with a firm minerality from the soil. Will develop bottle complexity over the years. Don't even think of popping the cork before 2015. | Flax Vineyard | 95 | 56 |
102,988 | italy | Underbrush, sun-baked earth, black spice, menthol and mature dark-skinned fruit aromas jump out of the glass. The bold, full-bodied palate doles out raspberry jam, ripe Marasca cherry, ground pepper and licorice alongside firm, fine-grained tannins that provide seamless support. It's brawny and bold but the refined tannins also lend a measure of finesse. | Vecchie Vigne | 93 | 70 |
77,523 | italy | Plozner's Malpelo boasts a very pretty copper color with pink and amber highlights and aromas of grapefruit, pear and peach. Pinot Grigio has a dark skin color so this wine represents the way the variety was made before it earned fame as a white wine. | Malpelo | 88 | 27 |
62 | us | The aromas are brooding, with notes of barrel spice and cherry. The flavors are tart and elegant in style, with lightly gritty tannins backing them up. Best suited to the dinner table. | Alder Ridge Vineyard | 86 | 25 |
35,954 | us | This may be the quintessential site among the extensive Milbrandt vineyards that produce much of the K Vintners Syrah lineup. The Northridge bottling has amazing purity and concentration, with a beguiling mix of deep berry fruits and gravelly minerality. Supple power, muscular and dense. | Northridge Vineyard | 94 | 35 |
13,919 | us | Rich cherry jam, dew-covered thyme and a touch of licorice show on this bottling from a vineyard on the eastern fringe of the Sta. Rita Hills. Round red fruits and an anise character show right away on the palate, which grows more complex with pencil lead, cinnamon and dried herbs. | John Sebastiano | 91 | 42 |
29,343 | argentina | A mix of floral, tropical and citrus aromas is more than fine. A snappy citric palate is racy and high in cleansing acidity. Citrus flavors are plain and simple, while this is entirely clean and fresh on the finish. | [+] | 87 | 10 |
11,657 | us | Here's an easy-drinking dessert wine, bright and crisp in acidity, with orange, lemon, lime, vanilla, honey and buttered toast flavors. Scores high on the Wow! factor that makes it so tasty. | Moscato d'Oro | 87 | 20 |
89,615 | spain | Heavy aromas of baked berry fruits and raisin suggest a bit of overripeness. On the palate, that take is confirmed by chunky weight offset by natural acidity. Flavors of oak barrel, raisin and tart plum cover a wide spectrum, while this blend of Garnacha, Tempranillo and Carignan finishes long, with black-fruit flavors. Drink now. | Barón de Lajoyosa Gran Reserva | 87 | 25 |
20,606 | italy | This wine's crushed mint, menthol, underbrush and iris aromas carry over to its nervous, racy palate, along with tart cherry and unripe strawberry. Tightly wound tannins and firm acidity provide the lean framework. | La Casa in Collina | 87 | 40 |
57,908 | chile | With floral aromas mixed with darker notes of asphalt, mineral, leather and berry fruit, this opens well. The palate is rubbery in feel but structured. Flavors of bold berry fruits, chocolate and herbs end chewy, warm and chocolaty. For a basic Carmenère-Cabernet blend, this is on the money. | Chamán Reserva | 89 | 15 |
84,971 | chile | Toasty, inviting aromas of apple and melon lead to a balanced palate with layered flavors of resiny oak, pear and peach. The finish continues with resin and oak, but by then it has already established itself as a well-balanced wine, with tasty flavors of white and tropical fruit. | Sibaris Reserva Especial | 88 | 16 |
23,754 | us | This is a single vineyard Semillon from Canyon Vineyard Ranch in the Yakima Valley. It's über aromatic and flavorful with notes of orange peel, honey and citrus. The 170 g/L residual sugar provides richness and the neutral French oak aging only adds to the wine's viscous feel. | Late Harvest Semillon Ice Wine | 88 | 15 |
43,636 | us | This impressive bubbly has apple, caramel and toffee aromas, melt-in-the-mouth Bosc pear and spice rack flavors, a rich but firm texture, and long finish. It possesses amazing liveliness, body and depth, and seems to reveal more nuances and freshness with each sip. While terrific to drink now, it can be cellared through at least 2020. | L'Ermitage Brut | 96 | 48 |
36,944 | italy | Rose, iris, ripe red berry and aromatic herbs are some of the aromas you'll discover in this wine. It's both focused and juicy, delivering succulent Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, mint and licorice alongside a backbone of fined-grained tannins that leave a firm finish. Bright acidity provides balance. Drink 2023–2043. | Conca | 93 | 80 |
91,924 | us | Almost all syrah with just a smidgeon of viognier (0.4%) added, it has notes of cherry, mint, and blackberry. Buttery oak spices (22% new French) accent sweet fruit flavors though a long, expressive finish. | Estate | 89 | 30 |
97,419 | us | Principally blended from top sites that include Ciel du Cheval, Klipsun and Obelisco, this wine appeals with its fruit-forward aromas of black cherry, blackberry, barrel spice, herb and mineral. The flavors are rich but focused and well balanced, showing the brawny tannins that this region is known for. Just a baby now, it needs time in the cellar to grow up. Best after 2021. | Dead Horse | 92 | 55 |
78,329 | us | A bit simple and one-dimensional, with cherry tart, cola, licorice, bacon and sandalwood flavors. Nicely dry and silky, but probably at its best now. | Stone Corral Vineyard | 86 | 50 |
56,024 | us | Dusty mineral notes lend an earthy tone to this light-bodied, dry Riesling. On the palate, flavors of savory pressed apples are accented a bristling lemon-zest astringency. Finishes briskly. | Dry | 83 | 20 |
76,573 | us | There's good structure to this Cabernet, thanks to the firm tannins and ample acidity. But the flavors take the starring role, with raspberries, cherries, currants, mocha and cedar. It has a light, delicate mouthfeel, although there's nothing light about the taste. It's complex and ageable, so give it until 2020 to begin to come around. | Private Reserve | 95 | 126 |
69,909 | france | A sweet sparkling wine that is fresh and clean, this comes from the south of France. The light, crisp character with some acidity leaves a fresh aftertaste. This is a new release from Barton & Gustier. | NectaRosé | 84 | 20 |
80,788 | us | Strong char, toast and barrel aromas are at the fore, getting way out in front of the fruit. The fruit flavors are tart and considerably more elegant than the aromas might suggest. There seems to be a bit of disconnect between the two. | Wise Man | 87 | 38 |
72,486 | us | Noticeable alcohol gives this Zin both heat and apparent sweetness. Combined with a superripe fruit flavor that veers into raisin territory, it turns rustic. Drink it with barbecue. | Branham Vineyard | 85 | 30 |
18,478 | spain | Reddish in color and big on the bouquet, with sweet berry and cherry aromas. The palate is full and fun, with acidity and heavier, sweeter flavors of strawberry, raspberry and sweet plum. Handles its size well. Made from 80% Garnacha and 20% Graciano (for acidity). | Rosado | 86 | 10 |
54,538 | australia | Penfolds' 2009 Yattarna blends fruit from Tasmania, Victoria and South Australia, but remains a lean, taut Chardonnay. Flavors are crisp and citrusy, primarily kumquat, lemon and lime at this young age. Give it several years to see if it comes around. | Yattarna | 88 | 130 |
66,530 | italy | Aromas of orchard fruit, chopped herb and a whiff of toasted nut emerge on this medium-bodied white. On the bright palate, bitter almond adds interest to Bartlett pear and lemon zest. | Riserva | 88 | 35 |
34,488 | us | This is a tasty and interesting medium-bodied wine made from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a touch of the white grape Viognier. It doesn't overpower with ripeness or tannins, but has a smoky, spicy aroma, meaty flavors and a lively, slightly gripping texture. | Estate Sedulous | 88 | 36 |
73,078 | france | This full-bodied wine shows evidence of oak maturation in its notes of light toast and baking spices. Those elements are supported by pleasant citrus flavors, but the result isn't completely convincing. | Amour de Dieu | 86 | 85 |
104,659 | england | The crisp nose conjures up shades of green: meadow and fresh apple peel, fresh foliage and lime, but also some honey and oatmeal. The palate remains crisp but has a toned lithe note of pure lemon that sings. This is taut, shows backbone and rounds itself out wonderfully on the palate, finishing with harmonious notes of apple and shortbread. | Blanc de Blancs | 91 | 75 |
30,312 | us | Bright copper in color, this substantial wine offers light strawberry and plum aromas, ripe plum and pear flavors and a creamy texture. Fruit flavors come out and linger on the taste buds with the help of the soft texture and somewhat sweet finish. | Estate | 85 | 21 |
77,094 | austria | Fresh and spicy form the first impression: ripe pear and moss, stone fruit and yeast combine to create an inviting, rounded and rich sensation. The palate adds the requisite freshness and surprises with wonderful concentration. Yellow plum and juicy pear shimmer, always edged with savory yeast. Tons of character and great length are present, and yet demonstrate no heaviness at all. What a lovely but honest wine! | Sauberg Reserve | 93 | 29 |
76,769 | italy | Made with dried Garganega grapes, this opens with heady aromas of passion fruit, dried nectarine slices and candied lemon. Concentrated and juicy, the delicious palate doles out peach jam, acacia honey and pastry alongside bright acidity that adds freshness. | Col Foscarin | 92 | 36 |
47,886 | us | Luscious tropical fruit and jasmine notes are framed by hints of fresh green herb and grass. A spray of lemony acidity and smoky white-tea notes add delicate flair to the finish. | Medium Sweet | 88 | 16 |
3,144 | france | Typical Beaune in its round, soft character. If the tannins are not particularly powerful, it still shows a generous nature, with super-ripe fruits supported by some dryness. The finish is jammy, ripe, a salad of red berries. | Les Marconnets Premier Cru | 89 | 41 |
129,789 | spain | Dark in color and dense on the nose, this has aromas of pastry, blackberry, jammy plum and even an exotic note. It feels chewy and solid, with a full-bodied texture and deep flavors of black cherry and prune. It comes up a bit short and clipped on the finish. | Clisos Reserva | 89 | 19 |
99,431 | us | Coconut oil, buttercream and vanilla custard show on the nose of this bottling from a historic vineyard. Flavors tighten up on the sip, where a grippy texture shows squeezed lemon and the slightest hint of tropicality. | Cuvée Ma Belle Heintz Ranch | 88 | 40 |
104,638 | austria | Here's a slender but aromatic red, with a pleasing cherry-flesh note and a cedar spice accent. It's fresh, sprightly and very fruity. | Vitikult Riede Neuberg | 86 | 16 |
78,907 | us | Pungent earth is met by dark handfuls of baking spice, dried cherry and chocolate in this rich, velvety and full-bodied wine that's smooth and rounded on the palate. | Laguna West | 90 | 39 |
74,818 | italy | La Ricolma opens with a blast of black olive then builds in intensity to include aromas of juicy fruit, blackberry, molasses, chalky mineral and chocolate fudge. This 100% Merlot is generous and opulent to the very end. | La Ricolma | 94 | 70 |
60,643 | italy | Aromas of dark plum, blue flower and dark cooking spice lead the nose and follow through to the robust, spicy palate along with notes of licorice, tobacco and mocha. Mouth-puckering tannins support the juicy fruit. There's noticeable warmth of alcohol. | Villa Santera | 89 | 19 |