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56,864 | us | the aromas are light in style, with notes of tin, mint, berry and wild raspberry. the flavors are light and cranberry tart, not bringing the heft to stand up on their own. | blue franc | 86 | 14 |
77,604 | us | pink-orange in color, this is a tangy, high-acid wine that's not for everyone, given its bracing mix of tangerine and grapefruit. light-bodied, yet textured, it's a good quaffer and food-friendly companion. | rosé of | 88 | 20 |
88,500 | portugal | a blend of grapes from the north of the vinho verde region, this is tangy and crisp. it is bright and dry with attractive acidity and a lemon zest texture. drink now. | trinca espinhas alvarinho-trajadura | 88 | 7 |
22,322 | italy | aromas of delicately fragrant wild flower, orchard fruit and citrus waft out of the glass. the savory, vibrant palate presents green apple, white peach, lime and aromatic herb alongside fresh acidity and a softly foaming mousse. | dry | 90 | 40 |
68,530 | portugal | this is an austere wine that blossoms slowly. using grapes sourced from a vineyard at an elevation of 2,000 feet, this has a wild herb character along with dark black fruits and tannins that need several years to age. give this very ageworthy effort at least four years. | quinta do cardo selecção do enólogo | 91 | 16 |
101,937 | us | the vineyard is in the santa maria valley, and the wine shows that area's crisp acidity, as well as long hangtime orange, meyer lemon and golden mango fruit flavors. it's a rich, interesting wine to drink now. | sierra madre vineyard | 88 | 34 |
106,405 | us | the triple digit price is not a typo. this chard is rich, ripe, high in alcohol and oaky, in the manner of the most opulent california chardonnays. it holds concentrated tropical fruit, honey, butterscotch, toasty oak and cream flavors. with good acidity, it is ready to drink now. | family reserve cinghiale vineyard | 91 | 125 |
86,144 | france | the oak is prominent on this wine, giving a high-glass sheen of toasted coconut and vanilla to the otherwise modest fruit. there's enough weight and richness to stand up to the wood, but just barely, while the texture is creamy and lush throughout. drink now. | rasteau vieilles vignes | 89 | 33 |
35,259 | us | the sweet aromas of this wine are like boysenberry syrup, but flavors are very lean, dry, smoky and tart. the texture coats the palate with puckering tannins. | broken leg vineyard, the recluse | 82 | 42 |
41,747 | italy | oak, espresso and toast aromas jump out of the glass. the tightly wound palate delivers plum cake, roasted coffee bean, oak extract, licorice, a confectionary note and licorice but not much fruit richness. raspy wood tannins provide the framework. | altero | 88 | 104 |
98,324 | us | this gets special attention because winemaker kevin riley is one of the few to engage with old vines of the historic mission grape variety. light watermelon, orange spritz and wet cement show on the nose, while the slightly watery palate offers red fruit, crushed rock and citrus rinds on the finish. | willow creek farm rose of | 88 | 18 |
60,993 | italy | this opens with aromas of toast, dried apricot and nut. the palate offers lemon zest, dried yellow apple and oak-driven spices, but most of the fruit has already dried up. it closes on a note of bitter almond. | pietrasacra historic vineyard | 87 | 74 |
80,131 | us | a little too dry and bitter for enjoyment, with dried blackberry, leather and orange zest flavors. the tannins leave the palate slightly numb on the finish. | barney's heritage cuvée | 83 | 20 |
65,060 | chile | cantaloupe aromas lead to a fresh palate with snap. nectarine and tangerine flavors run lean and clean on their way to a juicy, no-nonsense finish. | boya | 86 | 15 |
42,588 | italy | packaged in a short, squat bottle, this a clean, modern wine, with bright aromas of cut grass, apricot and bright lemon zest. | alìsia | 86 | 10 |
38,995 | us | complex and balanced, this barrel-select blend, all from estate-grown grapes, spent 11 months in roughly half new french oak. tart red and black fruits are nuanced with baking spices and darker notes of clove and espresso. this wine carries an extra level of depth and weight, as befits a designated reserve. delicious now, or cellar until 2024. | estate riservata | 94 | 45 |
7,541 | italy | banfi presents an easy, no-fuss chianti classico that showcases sangiovese typicity and personality. this is a profoundly food-friendly wine with built-in natural acidity that pairs it with butter or cream-based pasta dishes. | riserva | 87 | 18 |
113,710 | us | mellow and subtle, this is a soft-spoken but deeply flavorful special bottling from navarro. it has great balance, reserved raspberry and black cherry flavors and an appetizing, firmly tannic texture. save a few bottles until 2020 to see how well it develops. | deep end blend | 91 | 55 |
4,627 | italy | this wine's new leather forest floor, menthol, pressed rose and exotic spice scents emerge in the glass. full-bodied and focused, the palate delivers layers of cherry, pomegranate, crushed herb, licorice and cinnamon flavors. bright acidity and youthful tannins provide balance and an ageworthy structure. drink 2023–2038. | la foia | 94 | 65 |
10,136 | spain | plum and blueberry aromas come with a hint of green herbs. feels fresh and clamps down with good tannins in the mouth before unleashing dark plum along with toast and peppery spice flavors. juicy on the finish. | made with organic grapes | 86 | 10 |
20,203 | us | this is a juicy blend of blueberry-swaddled carignane, zinfandel and petite sirah that's also got cherry and raspberry fruit lurking around the edges. firm, spicy and delicious, it's an out-of-the-ordinary blend that'll surprise and please, especially alongside asian-inspired short ribs or anything caramelized. | the deviant | 90 | 42 |
107,416 | portugal | ripe, soft wine that has good dense fruit flavors as well as richness. there is some new wood, but the wine remains elusive, perhaps still young. on the palate, the wood spice is still dominant, with only the acidity hinting at the fruit. | reserva | 89 | 28 |
33,843 | italy | beauty and purity emerge from the nose of this highly complex and delicate dessert wine. aromas include pressed flowers, honey, white peach and a touch of mustiness that adds depth and dimension at the back. it's a smooth, succulent drink that delivers sweetness, but never too much of it. gorgeous. | picolit | 96 | 90 |
47,793 | portugal | there is a toasty character to this wine with its (not unpleasant) lightly oxidized flavors. there is also perfumed fruit and flavors of ripe rich fruitiness. it is a finely structured wine, ready to drink now. | private collection branco | 88 | 15 |
6,822 | us | with juicy acidity and tart flavors of cranberries and sour-cherry candy, this is a pinot noir to drink now. it's dry and a little austere, but rich beef and lamb dishes will coax out the fruit. | jump up | 88 | 32 |
17,129 | italy | notturno is an easy-drinking sangiovese that delivers ripe fruit, prune and a dark garnet color. there's a darker, flatter and bolder quality to the grape farmed in the forlì area of emilia-romagna compared to the same grape in tuscany. | notturno | 87 | 17 |
120,712 | chile | chunky cherry, cough drop and dusty aromas make for a ripe but alluring nose. this feels big and full, as will most 2012 chilean pinot noirs; flavors of baked black fruits and raspberry are about as rich and sweet as pinot should ever get, while a smooth, chocolaty finish is modest in terms of acidity. | single vineyard las brisas vineyard | 87 | 22 |
54,780 | us | superbly delicious, and packed with ripeness and style. shows the characteristics of donum's regular 2010 carneros, with extra depth and complexity. waves of raspberries and cherries, licorice, mocha, wood spice and vanilla wash across the palate, always changing in fascinating ways. should age well for up to a decade. | west slope estate grown | 92 | 90 |
46,884 | france | this rounded, well-textured wine is dominated by pinot noir, with a distinctly mineral streak from the chardonnay. poised between richness and elegance, it is ready to drink. krug numbers the successive blends of its grande cuvée because it regards each blending as unique. | grande cuvée 158ème edition brut | 94 | 169 |
19,583 | us | right up there with the recent string of fabulous têtes de cuvées, the 2000 shows the concentration, power and subtlety of this, the winery's top release. a blend of chardonnay with 20% pinot noir, it shows exotic and complex flavors of tangerines and raspberries, candied ginger, coconut macaroons, baked bread and yeast. it's delicious now, but all the parts haven't come together. hold until mid-2008 through 2010, but could go well beyond that. | j. schram | 94 | 90 |
79,271 | italy | fruity and fresh, this has aromas of red berry and pomegranate. the scents flow through to the easygoing palate along with raspberry and bright acidity. | molino a vento | 86 | 12 |
129,663 | us | sourced from one of the finest vineyards in oregon, this brings ripe, fleshy, full-bodied fruit flavors front and center. it's a mix of red and black berries, with plump plum, blackberry and mocha all in the center ring. | shea vineyard | 93 | 60 |
76,044 | portugal | a blend of cabernet sauvignon and touriga nacional, this combination brings out the elegance of the cabernet, with its juicy black currant fruit flavors. the tannins are a touch green, leaving bell pepper flavors on a wine that finishes tight. | follies cabernet sauvignon-touriga nacional | 86 | 13 |
89,073 | spain | oaky, inky aromas of blackberry and vanilla are pushy and potent. this blend of 50% tempranillo and 50% syrah is rubbery and pinched on the palate, while toasty, rooty flavors of black fruits blend with herbal berry and coffee notes. a narrow finish is herbal in flavor and weighty. drink through 2020. | selección especial | 91 | 60 |
22,494 | france | dried hayflowers and dried orange peel send a lifted scent. the palate is richer and rounder than the nose suggests, full of ample apple and pear fruit, but guided and held by fresh, clean acidity. a certain earthiness shimmers with almost tropical hints of mango. the finish is dry, briskly clean but very lingering. | engelgarten | 94 | 35 |
25,271 | us | this falls on the light side, with appealing flavors of strawberry and cherry candy. the tannins are just thick enough to give an edge. it's rare to find vineyard-designated pinots in this price range. | grace hill vineyard | 87 | 26 |
99,605 | us | this is a sophisticated, stylish and ultimately tasty wine, given time in mostly stainless steel, with 10% in neutral oak. fleshy, floral and full bodied without ever becoming obtrusive, it offers a nice mix of meyer lemon and vanilla. the elements are integrated and the punchy texture offers both depth and breadth. | block 21 | 92 | 30 |
41,419 | us | the best syrah yet from this biodynamic producer, this was fermented with native yeast and spent 10 months in 40% new french oak. it's a sleek, subtle and immensely complex wine that knits together beautifully. juicy boysenberries, composted earth, iron filings and veins of coffee liqueur and licorice compound into a long finish. | syrah 20 | 94 | 45 |
24,837 | us | this is a hearty, tannic, big and burly wine made from a well-known vineyard in the heart of the appellation. dense fruit flavors are framed by prominent notes of tar and leather, while a smoky char provides support and additional savory flavor. | teldeschi vineyard ancient vine | 90 | 29 |
68,191 | germany | loosen's best dr. l to date, this is a terrific value, delivering typical mosel riesling notes at a great price. citrus blossom, lime and crushed stone aromas are followed by apple and citrus flavors in this just-slightly-sweet wine. drink it now and over the next year or so. | dr. l | 90 | 12 |
62,540 | us | high-toned cherry and orange dance around considerable toasty oak that never becomes obtrusive in this expansive, succulent wine. smoky tobacco and violets provide a savory component that works with the fruit. | heritage selection | 90 | 28 |
126,751 | us | this cabernet has rich blackberry-jam and black licorice flavors, and it also has a funky bacon note. the oak provides a pleasant backdrop of sweet toast. this shows how well cabernet can perform on the far sonoma coast, which is now more oriented to pinot noir. | mohrhardt ridge | 90 | 20 |
77,007 | us | rich and savory, with jammy-sweet, briary blackberry, cherry, currant, mocha, tabasco and dusty spice flavors that are intricate and complex. it's a strong, direct wine, yet has zin's classic appeal. | alegría vineyard heritage vines | 88 | 35 |
112,384 | us | a big, heavy, full-bodied and ripe zinfandel that needs rich, greasy meats and cheeses to tame it. the blackberry, currant and dry chocolate flavors are huge, and the tannins are even bigger, giving this extremely dry wine an astringent finish. | tori's reserve | 88 | 44 |
23,409 | italy | this beautiful vintage-dated prosecco offers layers of delicate floral, peach and citrus like intensity. there's a touch of sweetness in the mouth that adds a layer of plush softness to the finish. | millesimo extra dry | 87 | 18 |
50,133 | germany | medium in body yet with a slightly viscous texture, this entry-level offering shows some petrolly minerality and mirabelle plum tartness. it's a solid effort, just lacks the vivacious, forward fruit you might expect in a young riesling. | p2 two princes | 84 | 13 |
125,234 | france | from one of the top vineyard sites in sancerre, this fine wine is ripe, herby and intense. it has concentrated white fruits, citrus and green herbs. there is a distinct tangy minerality that will soften over the next few months. drink from early 2018. | domaine de terres blanches chêne marchand | 92 | 55 |
59,926 | south africa | a balanced and easy to drink pinotage with notes of black plum and berries with accents of vanilla lingering on the finish. soft, approachable tannins, vibrant acidity and a medium-weight mouth make this a very food-friendly selection. | private collection | 89 | 20 |
81,029 | italy | if you love pinot bianco, you will be delighted by this pretty expression from the mountainous north of italy. alpine breezes have shaped a balanced and mildly fragrant white with layers of exotic fruit, pineapple, pear and melon. it shows nice structure and length as well. | vial | 90 | 24 |
1,228 | us | this elegant bottling by two service-industry veterans shows tons of potpourri, dried lavender, black raspberry and red plum on the nose. the flavors are quite broad and inviting, with hibiscus and ripe tomato meshing into juniper and clove. it's light in mouthfeel and weight, but well structured. | reserve | 93 | 55 |
47,636 | spain | this is smooth and smells like true rioja with its vanilla, dill and raspberry aromas. it feels fresh and healthy, but a little choppy and gritty, and it tastes of cherry, vanilla, tobacco and leafy herb. | reserva | 87 | 20 |
118,397 | us | this svelte wine is smooth and supple, its strawberry and cherry fruit laced with a vein of milk chocolate. ready for near-term drinking, but balanced and fresh enough to cellar for a few years, it finishes with a lick of citrus. | brigette catherine | 90 | 54 |
36,699 | us | made in the traditional method, this is a blend of base wines from the 2011 and 2014 vintages. the freshness of the recent vintage is annotated with mildly mature flavors from the earlier one, creating a delightful wine with rich flavors of lemon, lime, pink grapefruit and a touch of honey. the posh fruit says new world, but the overall elegance nods gracefully in the direction of france. | brut blanc de noirs | 91 | 29 |
60,934 | us | bold and striking aromas of mushroom, seaweed and organic funk set this apart from the other ken wright vineyard designates. there's plenty of tart, tangy cherry fruit also, though it seems to hit a wall, perhaps due to the recent bottling. this is a wine that could score even higher with additional bottle age. | meredith mitchell vineyard | 91 | 50 |
13,258 | us | this crisp sauvignon blanc shows how well the variety can perform in dry creek valley. it offers lots of savory citrus, green grass, tropical fruit, honey and white pepper flavors. the acidity makes the mouth water. | estate | 89 | 19 |
110,798 | austria | a rather closed nose leads to a citric, ever so slightly peppery palate. the body approaches on light feet, with an almost weightless freshness. if you like it feather-light, this is your wine, just a silky touch of bracing acidity and an ultraclean finish. | gaisberg reserve | 90 | 26 |
95,828 | italy | this interpretation of vino nobile is aged for two years in oak barrels, which lends it toasted aromas of spice and tobacco, which sit behind the notes of bright cherry and blue flower. | incanto | 87 | 14 |
42,044 | south africa | this red blend, made of 65% syrah, 28% mourvèdre and 7% tannat is a fresh and fruity wine that's ready to drink now. dark berries and a touch of sweet oak flesh out the mouth, with a clean and refreshing finish. | the pepper pot | 85 | 15 |
96,888 | us | this wine offers notes of vanilla, coconut, chocolate and cherry candy. it's richly flavored with a core of dark fruit backed by lightly grippy tannins. | even keel | 88 | 29 |
33,495 | us | the nose on this wine from a very promising appellation for value is very root-vegetable-driven, with aromas of just-cut beets, boiled rhubarb, green and black olives and a hint of strawberry. the palate is earthy and interesting, showing lots of chopped black olive, which may be a turn-off for some expecting a more fruit-driven experience. | cedar lane | 87 | 23 |
44,907 | chile | pithy aromas of melon and apple are low in oak and emphasize minerality. this feels full and chunky, but also acidic. briny flavors of stone fruits lean toward sour, while an oily, briny tasting finish is short on elegance. | single vineyard block no.5 quebrada alta | 86 | 20 |
34,143 | italy | this is a very interesting wine that shows a unique bouquet of wild berry, dried rosemary and black olive aromas. there is elegance and balance here, with a tight, velvety finish. | rocca rubia riserva | 90 | 28 |
100,990 | spain | floral white-flower aromas settle on buttercup and lees notes, while in the mouth this is creamy but low on structure. yeasty peach and apple flavors finish chunky, and overall low acidity is an issue. | pi | 85 | 20 |
27,274 | us | another small-production stunner from terre rouge, this syrah is still young and tight but potentially potent. the wine opens with notes of white pepper and mushroom, dirt and earth, delving from there into herbs and plenty of berries. very savory it will pair deliciously with gruyère, bacon and mushroom, preferably all together in a quiche or tart. | monarch mine vineyard | 92 | 30 |
49,841 | chile | earthy, heavy and herbal on the nose, with snappy fruit, grating tannins and intense but rustic flavors of plum, raspberry and oak-based butter. mildly rich but also a bit rough, with vanilla on the finish. | reserva | 86 | 15 |
90,663 | france | rather closed on the nose, this shows plump, sweet pear fruit countered by sprightly, spiky, lemony acidity. this is lively and fruity and easy to drink; enjoy while flavors are at their peak. | collection | 88 | 25 |
70,748 | us | this puckering, tannic and brawny wine has a lot of body and a shyness of fruit, lingering in clove and tobacco. | winemaker's blend | 83 | 23 |
18,235 | us | pleasant, with soft texture and tannins and notes of cinnamon and clove, this lodi merlot drops a bit at the finish and is 13.1% alcohol. | reserve | 86 | 13 |
127,225 | australia | a blend of mount barker and margaret river fruit, this is lavishly oaked, chocolaty and rich, as decadent a bottle of cabernet you'll find in australia. baking spices accent mocha and cassis in this full-bodied wine, which features a velvety texture and long finish. drink 2020–2030, and possibly beyond. | abercrombie | 94 | 90 |
59,369 | france | this is a rich wine that is full of spicy aromatic fruit. it is classy and elegant while having some weight. red fruits and orange zest are given a perfumed herbal edge from the mourvèdre in the blend. this is real food wine, ready to drink. | domaine mas thérèse | 91 | 23 |
80,990 | us | the reductive scent of rubber meets with deep blackberry on the nose. the palate proves more interesting, with mocha and espresso notes laid over blackberry fruit, all framed in strong tannins. | family reserve | 85 | 35 |
83,333 | us | always a top cuvée for sineann, this refined and detailed effort shows distinct mineral notes in both its nose and its finish. concentrated raspberry and plum fruit is lightly dusted with cocoa powder, and the extended finish has highlights of baking spices. | yates conwill vineyard | 92 | 42 |
66,965 | us | there's a slightly sour, forest-floor funkiness to the nose of this wine from an historic appellation near hollister. not boasting much ripe fruit on the palate, the flavors lean toward leather and earth, with fine tannins, nice acidity and hints of licorice. | estate | 87 | 18 |
100,905 | portugal | this is a piercingly fresh wine from vines close to the atlantic ocean. the citrusy acidity is balanced by riper yellow fruit and pineapple. age for a few months, but it can also be consumed now. | pancas branco | 87 | 12 |
58,066 | france | this is full bodied, firm and fruity, with solid tannins and concentrated flavors of black fruit, tar, licorice and wood. | albatros | 89 | 12 |
60,244 | us | light vanilla, macadamia and crisp apple flavors make this dry, medium-bodied wine a good blend of rich and lively. | vesuvius | 87 | 18 |
54,967 | italy | aromas of blue flowers, black-skinned fruit and whiffs of mocha lead the nose on this structured sangiovese. the full-bodied palate delivers mature plum, fleshy black cherry, clove and mediterranean herb alongside velvety tannins. it closes on a note of mint chocolate. | alto | 93 | 65 |
10,028 | france | this attractively rounded wine has a fine balance between red fruits and a crisp texture that is lined with vanilla. it is light in the mouth, fruity, fresh at the end and ready to drink. | whispering angel | 89 | 22 |
6,215 | france | as if to emphasize that petit chablis has an important place in the chablis hierarchy, the chablis cooperative produces its aptly named pas si petit—”not so little.” it's a soft, immediately drinkable wine, full of ripe lime and pear flavor. it is light and ready to drink. | pas si petit | 85 | 19 |
20,078 | spain | from dominio de la vega, this dark bobal has a rubbery, chunky, dark-fruited nose. the full-bodied palate is round and lusty, with extracted plum, berry and chocolate flavors. the finish is long, with drying tannins. | iv | 87 | 46 |
115,450 | germany | while dry in style, a hint of honey marks the nose of this zesty medium-bodied riesling. electric acidity lends a raciness to the palate, highlighting fresh, concentrated flavors of apple, pear and lemon. a kiss of blossom and crushed minerals dance on the finish. | dry | 90 | 20 |
43,697 | italy | pretty ensemble of bright fruit, spice and cured meat, with ample concentration. plump and round in the mouth, with loads of aromatic intensity. the mouthfeel is tight and chiseled. | altero | 93 | 94 |
117,427 | france | fragrant ripe red apples mingle with the more mellow notes of baked apples. above it all, faint floral notes play beautifully. the palate brings out fresher apple flavors of ripe braeburn and reinette. clean and wonderfully invigorating freshness pervades everything and makes for that wonderful riesling rollercoaster of ripeness and tartness. lovely and ready now but will be drinking well until 2020, with a lovely baked apple finish. | brand grand cru | 91 | 35 |
96,879 | italy | aromas of spiced prune, tilled earth, leather and clove lead the nose. the palate delivers black currant, dried blackberry, raw cranberry, nutmeg and grilled herb along with bracing tannins and brisk acidity. | vigna pedale riserva | 88 | 20 |
107,988 | us | a noble red wine, based on the finely ground tannins and superb integration of fruit and oak. there's a purity to the complex waves of blackberries, currants, canadian bacon, dried herbs, black pepper and sandalwood, with a minerally tang that must come from the soil. wonderful now, this great syrah should develop additional bottle nuances over the next six years. | van ness vineyard | 94 | 53 |
98,554 | us | density is a hallmark of all the silverback reds, and this is the biggest of them all. it's packed tight and almost impenetrable until it's had several hours of breathing time. a mouthful of black fruits is set amidst a sea of darker flavors: tar, smoke, charcoal, graphite, cacao, licorice and espresso grounds. put this one aside for up to a decade. | reserve | 95 | 240 |
20,996 | chile | leafy red-berry aromas come with a note of olive. this wine feels lean and searing, with edgy tannins and high acidity. spicy flavors of herbal plum and tomato finish with a dusting of baking spices. | reserva | 85 | 13 |
73,832 | us | coming from one of the state's most esteemed vineyards, this wine offers aromas of assorted dried herbs, tobacco and glue. the cherry, herb and plum flavors have good depth, with the tannins providing some heft. | ciel du cheval vineyard | 87 | 45 |
67,979 | italy | this 100% sangiovese opens with aromas of dried black-skinned fruit, menthol, pressed flowers, allspice and leather. the palate offers dried black cherry, licorice, espresso and tobacco alongside tightly knit but refined tannins. drink now. | riserva | 89 | 20 |
12,397 | italy | this opens with intense floral aromas and a whiff of candied citrus. the slightly sweet palate offers lemon drops, exotic fruit and notes of honey and almond. | carniga | 87 | 18 |
129,606 | spain | smells a bit cheesy and leathery, with mint and slightly chemical berry aromas. chewy in feel, with buttery flavors of red berry and chocolate. tastes oaky, minty and forced, but overall it's not a bad wine given the price and subpar vintage. | crianza | 84 | 13 |
89,181 | portugal | this is a ripe powerful wine. it has layers of wood aging adding spice to the rich black-plum fruit. smoky, rich and concentrated, it is an impressive wine that is going to need some long-term aging. drink from 2019. | ikon | 92 | 45 |
90,200 | argentina | raw, reedy aromas of currant and cherry lead to a rubbery, pinched palate. cherry and berry flavors are generic, as is the finish, which has hints of brown sugar. the blend is merlot, bonarda and malbec. | signature | 84 | 11 |
81,575 | us | this is a blend of the five major bordeaux varieties, based on cabernet sauvignon. it shows a weight and depth that firestone cabs don't often achieve, offering soft layers of black currants, cherries, cola, cinnamon, cloves, brown sugar and smoky sandalwood. drink now. | lineage the chairman series | 89 | 44 |
56,825 | germany | zesty lemon and lime acidity takes center stage in this invigorating medium-dry kabinett. it's leaner and more linear than the producer's regular-label kabinett, but offers loads of cutting white grapefruit and red apple flavors. the finish is refreshing and penetrating, lingering on a note of sugar cookie. | semi dry kabinett | 91 | 25 |
103,257 | us | this wine is a unique blend of malbec (60%), syrah (20%), merlot (15%) and petit verdot. it opens with brooding but alluring aromas of dark plum, asphalt, and a kiss of baking spice. the flavors are full bodied and palate coating, showing weight but also a sense of suppleness that charms the senses. | mr. owl's | 91 | 34 |
102,785 | new zealand | round and ample in the mouth, this medium-full-bodied wine combines green notes of cut grass and snap pea with ripe stone fruit, then ends crisp and grapefruity. it's a fine example of marlborough sauvignon that's widely available and well priced. | cellar selection | 91 | 18 |
65,333 | us | west side, in paso robles, means hot, and while the alcohol in this wine is a moderate 13.5%, you can taste the heat in the gentle tannins and soft acids. it's bone-dry, with berry flavors. a nicely crafted young wine. —s.h. | west side | 88 | 25 |
41,547 | portugal | this is a young tawny (in this case, on average five-years-old) that has kept all its fruit and just added perfumed dried fruits and touches of spice and attractive oxidation from the wood aging. the wine is soft, ripe and easy to drink. | reserva tawny | 88 | 14 |
62,984 | us | violets, smoke and fall foliage perfume this deeply concentrated virginia cab franc. it's full bodied with sultry, black cherry flavors and there's a noticeable build in complexity on the midpalate amidst layers of crushed black pepper, charred wood and dark floral notes that linger to the finish. | reserve | 88 | 32 |