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63,570 | germany | savory herb and smoke notes on the nose contrast this riesling's rich, unctuously fruity palate full of peach and apricot jam. searing citrus acidity jolts the senses and highlights a long finish laced with honey and jasmine tea notes. structured yet nuanced, this wine is delicious now, but should show even more complexity in a decade. | serrig schloss saarsteiner auslese | 93 | 71 |
38,988 | australia | penfolds bin 707 has leapt in quality over the past few vintages. the 2009 features hints of mint, cedar and vanilla accenting ripe cassis fruit. it's full bodied and rich, velvety without being overly soft, with a dusty tannic structure that should support it over two decades or more of aging. drink 2015–2030+. | bin 707 | 95 | 200 |
16,967 | germany | the continental nature of franconia only allows riesling to prosper in locations such as this, where the special microclimate has imbued this wine with honeyed ripeness, a medium-bodied, creamy texture and hints of peachy fruit. | stettener stein kabinett trocken | 90 | 32 |
105,025 | argentina | without doubt the most full and complete chardonnay from argentina that this critic has tried. it smells lush and toasty, with elegant apple and pear aromas. the mouthfeel is rich and balanced, while flavors of baked apple, vanilla cream and woodspice are endearing. long and flavorful on the finish, and not overoaked. a serious chardonnay to drink now. | white stones adrianna vineyard | 92 | 115 |
3,728 | spain | this smells wild and yeasty, like sourdough bread blended with a hot summer field. flavors of white fruits and melon are briny, while this closes with dry white-fruit flavors and peppery notes. | gran brut | 86 | 14 |
114,056 | us | this is the culty santa cruz mountains-based winery's entry level blend of 35% mourvèdre, 27% grenache, 19% carignane, 16% syrah and 3% cabernet sauvignon, and it'll put hooks in newbies, with elegant, soft and silky aromas of violet. the palate combines the purple flowers with acai fruit flavors, making for an addictive sip. | homestead | 90 | 36 |
2,393 | portugal | this wine is light in body but heavily perfumed. clean fruit shows on the palate, with an addition of geranium aromas. | vintage | 87 | 80 |
94,144 | us | from a cool spot planted within classic goldridge soils, this wine opens with smoky graham cracker and soft red and blue berry fruit. black tea and clove speak to its site, providing intriguingly exotic and savory undertones that meld well with the fruit and oak. still young, the wine needs to open for full effect. | sundawg ridge vineyard | 93 | 54 |
57,645 | us | a stunner of a rosé, this wine's pale pink hue does little to indicate its action-packed reality. nectarine, wet stone, and bubble gum occupy the aroma profile, but the flavors are what set it off. ruby red grapefruit, strawberry shortcake, and a slight lemon chiffon element hammer home this beauty by sta. rita hills-based superstar producer kris curran, formerly of both sea smoke and foley. this is versatile enough to handle both seared scallops and grilled babyback pork ribs. | rosé | 92 | 18 |
25,807 | us | this blend of four red-bordeaux varieties opens with fresh cassis notes that lead to a juicier core. structured and robust yet accessible, it features chocolate and blackberry jam flavors. | winston hill | 93 | 150 |
24,585 | australia | winemaker kevin mitchell has been gradually refining his style, pulling back on alcohol and oak without sacrificing fruit intensity. this is a fruit-driven cabernet, loaded with black cherries and cassis and supported by restrained, just-right oak levels. it's medium-bodied, softly dusty yet firm, with a surprisingly long finish. drink now–2025. | killerman's run | 91 | 20 |
46,489 | us | this new line from the well-regarded testarossa winery is a barrel selection emphasizing richness. the wine floods the mouth with succulent raspberries and cherries, with tarter notes of cranberries and red licorice. earthiness provides extra complexity, and it could age well through 2020. | zinnia grandiflora | 91 | 60 |
33,531 | us | a tremendous grenache from the foothills, estate grown from beaucastel budwood and let to develop slowly, this wine has acres to go before it sleeps. still superdense and dark with fruity plum and anise predominating, it'll grow old with tenderness and grace. | estate bottled | 92 | 25 |
85,706 | us | joseph jewell's 2009 elk prairie is even better than its 2008, which is saying something. this vintage opens with perfumed cola spice and cinnamon that evolves in its lightly textured, lush mouthfeel into decadent strawberry in crème anglaise. bright, with a lingering finish, this pinot noir only gets better while in the glass. | elk prairie vineyard | 93 | 39 |
15,414 | italy | made with 34% merlot, 33% cabernet sauvignon and 33% colorino, this has a restrained nose, eventually revealing aromas of black-skinned fruit and baking spice. the one-dimensional straightforward palate offers suggestions of plum, oak and a hint of coffee alongside fleeting tannins. enjoy soon. | lui | 85 | 30 |
59,534 | us | pale in color, this wine offers fresh aromas of cranberry, herbs and red currant. the palate brings elegant flavors with a zing of cranberry-like acidity. it will be best at the dinner table. | estate wilridge vineyard | 87 | 30 |
82,861 | italy | plum, vanilla, chocolate and subtle oak aromas carry over to the palate. the palate displays chocolate-covered cherries, fig and coffee alongside bracing tannins that leave a drying finish. drink 2018–2025. | castagni | 88 | 35 |
107,709 | us | dark, dense, rich and spicy, this rhône-style blend is impressively delicious. full bodied, it's saturated with blackberry, cinnamon and black-pepper flavors supported by fine-grained tannins. while it packs a punch, it is well balanced for a big, assertive wine, and will be best after 2019. | christo lot number 3 | 91 | 20 |
95,725 | us | bloody meats, dried cherries, pressed purple flowers, vanilla and blackberry jam arise on the nose of this blend of 60% cabernet sauvignon, 33% cabernet franc and 7% merlot, which shows a little age. the purple flowers really come through once sipped, backed up by sour cherries, mocha and sanguine elements, cast across grippy tannins. | cheval rouge reserve | 89 | 30 |
87,406 | us | jenkins is a charlie chenoweth-farmed site, an 18-acre vineyard in the sebastopol hills. spicy acidity cradles considerable weight and breadth, accented in rose petals, cardamom and an elusive partnership of raspberry and strawberry. it's entirely exotic and delicious, both concentrated and lush. | jenkins ranch | 94 | 60 |
79,587 | us | a savory, lightly herbal character complements raspberry and cherry flavors in this medium-bodied and well-balanced wine. it has light tannins for a little grip in the texture, and attractive complexity from the aroma to the finish. | uber tuscan style hopland ranches estate bottled | 89 | 28 |
84,547 | us | this bottling is showing a touch of age on the nose, with clove, allspice and black-plum aromas most prominent. dried ginger spices up the dried fig and plum on the sip, which approaches prune as well. drink up now before more age sets in. | slh gabrielle | 88 | 60 |
83,604 | chile | meaty and seemingly ripe up front, with plum and strawberry aromas. the palate has a tight, firm feel along with flavors of plum, raspberry and bramble. healthy and forward for sure, with a tight finish based on tannins and slight bitterness. a good food wine but one that's limited in complexity. | gran reserva | 86 | 19 |
4,053 | italy | this opens with aromas of grilled herb, resin, stewed plum and cooking spice. the robust palate delivers raisin, dried black cherry under spirits, licorice, tobacco and dried sage alongside bracing grainy tannins that clench the finish. | terre di cariano riserva | 88 | 60 |
20,305 | france | a fruity blend of pinot noir and pinot blanc, this is soft, creamy and balanced with acidity. the relatively high dosage gives the wine a gentle aftertaste. drink now. | collection brut | 86 | 46 |
39,157 | us | rich, thick and dense, this is a powerfully concentrated wine, blended with 4% viognier in a northern rhône style. the grapes are grown in oak knoll from dry-farmed vines that yield very little. black plum, tar and cooked meat combine for complexity atop the high alcohol. | estate grown and bottled unfiltered | 88 | 90 |
17,583 | france | earthy notes meet with full-blown honeysuckle on the nose. the palate has an earthy tinge on the peach and plum fruit, with a broad, rounded aspect and a little residual sweetness. | tradition | 87 | 15 |
88,518 | us | there are some tough, astringent tannins in this wine that make it harsh on the palate and bitter on the finish. the actual flavors are of cola, raisins and black currants. doesn't seem like an ager. | diamond reserve | 84 | 37 |
125,604 | us | a fine vein of graphite extends through this bold yet refined bordeaux-style red. it's robustly fruity, bursting with cranberry, red cherry and raspberry flavors, but enticingly savory as well, nuanced by hints of leather and balsamic vinegar. dense tannins should smooth out between 2018 and 2020. | slate hill | 90 | 20 |
85,086 | portugal | a typical local blend of arinto, fernão pires and chardonnay, this is smooth, ripe and creamy. it has touches of herb, honey and pineapple, which are laced together by citrusy acidity. the finish is soft. | catapereiro escolha | 89 | 15 |
17,980 | france | eight years is about right for a madiran to start its mature phase. this wine is just there, a ripe expression of tannat. it still has tannins and they will remain, but the fruit has lost its raw youth and has become rich with dried fruits and acidity working well together. drink this wine now and until 2025. | dou barringuet | 94 | 40 |
38,432 | hungary | this late harvest wine is straw in color, with aromas of yellow peaches, white flowers and apricots. it's well balanced, with a pleasing level of acidity to offset the ripe, fruit-driven palate. | késöi szüret late harvest | 93 | 26 |
123,272 | chile | the first pinot in undurraga's terroir hunter series is lean, tart and zesty, but also clean and pleasing in its own right. tea and dried cherry aromas yield to a spunky, lean palate of sharp raspberry and orange peel flavors. finishes light but clean, with tartness. | t.h. | 85 | 25 |
48,355 | argentina | smells less like fruit and more like a combo of rubber, cement and tin. the mouthfeel is hard and the flavors are rubbery and chemical, with some oaky red fruit rising to the top. hard tannins don't help. | reserva | 82 | 12 |
2,615 | argentina | aromas of sweet melon and honey suggest an innocuous quality that's confirmed on the palate, where basic apple and pear flavors come across a bit sweet. finishes with some scour and a little harshness. | coleccion | 83 | 12 |
3,290 | italy | the bouquet here is very floral and intense: you'll get jasmine, honeysuckle, sweet apple, mango and other exotic fruits. the wine tastes clean, sweet and dense and has fragrant flavors that accompany you glass after glass. | le fossette | 87 | 18 |
21,408 | argentina | heavily toasted and loaded with black cherry and blackberry aromas, this blend of cabernet, malbec and petit verdot pushes cola, chewy plum and black-fruit flavors. the back end is all about coffee, mocha and bitter chocolate, and as a whole this wine shows argentina in a fine light. as for the winery, chakana almost always gets it right. | estate selection | 91 | 25 |
105,693 | germany | there's so much body and ripeness in this bold, dry-style riesling, it's admittedly blousy, but irresistibly so. voluptuous and alcoholic on the palate, it shows intensely concentrated peach and cantaloupe flavors, as well as a sensual, almost oily, mineral richness. it may not age for decades but offers plenty of hedonistic enjoyment through 2021. | hochheim domdechaney erste lage trocken | 93 | 38 |
47,473 | france | like most savennières, this is a dry wine. yet it is so rich, rounded and packed with ripe tropical fruits. the texture is opulent, smooth, creamy and concentrated. it needs to age for at least fours years. | château de la mulonnière l'effet papillon | 91 | 38 |
35,203 | us | a depth of baking spices and cinnamon stick greets the nose and palate with eager abundance, showing off the wine's savory, flirty side. good acidity helps balance out the powerful concentration and sword's edge of alcohol, before finishing fresh and with length. | reserve bacigalupi | 91 | 68 |
21,611 | france | a perfumed, aromatic wine, dry yet full of fresh, fragrant white fruit flavors. a steely edge is followed by hints of currants and a complex, still-youthful texture. drink from 2015. | osterberg grand cru | 91 | 38 |
75,529 | italy | pressed rose, violet, dark-skinned berry, a balsamic note and a whiff of oak-driven spice lift out of the glass. the juicy spicy palate offers a wonderful purity of raspberry and cherry flavors offset by licorice, chopped mint and pipe tobacco. taut fine-grained tannins provide a firm, polished framework. drink 2018–2027. | gattera | 93 | 49 |
40,515 | chile | roasted berry and cassis aromas are basic and familiar. the palate on this varietal cabernet is grabby yet solid, with sweet, baked flavors of cassis, berry and chocolate. hints of toast and darkness rise up on what amounts to a rubbery feeling finish. | aliwen reserva | 88 | 13 |
34,649 | portugal | named after the daughter of owner cristiano van zeller, this wine serendipitously has tinta francisca in the blend. it's a major statement of the quality of old vines on tough soil that marks the douro. big tannins and a dark, brooding character show the youth of the wine, while the powerful structure promises long aging. drink from 2019. | vinha da francisca | 94 | 99 |
38,209 | france | extra age in the name means just that. this wine has been given more time (5 years) in bottle before release. that results in a very fine wine, a blend of 2002, 2004 and 2005 that has more depth of flavor and richness as well as showing some bottle maturity. like all lanson wines, it is dry although this rosé also brings out crisp red currant fruits and tight acidity. it is ready to drink. | extra age brut rosé | 94 | 125 |
72,388 | slovenia | soft straw to the eye with pleasing aromas of vanilla and caramel with soft citrus undertones, this wine offers flavors of white peach and green fig. it is somewhat full in the mouth, with a hint of tart nectarine on the finish. | selection mon royal | 88 | 24 |
91,444 | us | one of a quintet of estate reserves, this stands out for its delicious mix of chocolate (barrel) and savory highlights. purple brambly fruits abound, with streaks of coffee and brown spices. it's full flavored and drinking nicely already, with another six to eight years of solid drinking time ahead. note: first bottle was corked. | sarah jane's block reserve | 92 | 65 |
49,829 | italy | bricco bastia offers an inky, dense expression of dolcetto with loads of dark fruit, cherry and blueberry intensity. there are also mineral notes in there and the close is slightly vinous, chewy and raw. | bricco bastia | 86 | 23 |
1,173 | us | stemmler's record is spotty with this bottling. this '05 is a little too ripe, soft and heavy, but the chocolate-inspired red currant, cola and licorice flavors are lip-smackingly good. | nugent vineyard | 86 | 40 |
3,091 | italy | this is a smooth and rich amarone with equal parts jammy fruit set against a smokey oak component. the wine slides nicely over the palate with a lavish, velvety texture and imparts more oak spice and mesquite on the close. | capitel de' roari | 88 | 35 |
2,956 | australia | there's a tobacco and tomato leaf character that gives this an almost floral aroma, but also simpler cassis and cherry fruit. some herbal notes persist on the palate, but this medium-bodied wine avoids the vegetal side of things, finishing fresh and clean. | prelude vineyards | 86 | 29 |
82,313 | italy | a 50-50 blend of inzolia and viognier, this feels slender and tight on the palate, with a drying note of talcum powder behind the flavors of citrus, honeysuckle and stone fruit. | barbazzale | 87 | 14 |
67,657 | us | light and earthy, this wine's secret weapon is its sizzling tease of white pepper that explodes quietly on the palate as it develops. further spiced in forest and pine, it dances along an elegant focus of integrated power and tannin to reveal elements of cranberry, pomegranate and wild strawberry. | stuller vineyard | 94 | 55 |
9,310 | us | this wine features inviting aromatics of fresh plum, coconut and strawberry. the palate entices with savory rhubarb, bay leaf, mint and cola. a tight core of structure partners with soft, plush tannins. | quail hill vineyard old vines | 92 | 70 |
29,200 | austria | a single vineyard wine with the typical spice and richness of rotgipfler, a rare grape found only in thermenregion, south of vienna. just off dry, so soft and warm in character, it has ripe pear, lychee and kiwi fruit flavors. ready to drink, or age another year or two. | satzing | 91 | 42 |
51,766 | us | this southern rhône-style blend of mourvèdre, grenache and cinsault opens with a lovely nose of violet and blue fruit scents. the fruit flavors are joined by a layer of wet stone, which adds some heft to the wine's foundation. sleek and tangy, this can be consumed young, or it can be aged for several more years. | stone tree sorhô | 90 | 32 |
98,267 | france | volcanic ash over granite gives this vineyard its structured character, which carries over into this wine. wood aged in large barrels, it has a rich firm character that will allow the wine to develop. powered by acidity and tannins, the ripe black fruits are juicy and concentrated. drink this wine from 2018. | grand cras | 91 | 25 |
88,119 | italy | aromas of baked plum, chopped mint, espresso and toasted oak lead the nose. the chewy palate doles out cherries marinated in spirits, raspberry jam, star anise, mocha and white pepper alongside big, velvety tannins. it's already extremely accessible and while it's not loaded with complexity, it is hearty and delicious. drink 2017–2022. | ciliegio | 90 | 140 |
91,059 | us | soft and easy, this red wine shows the peppery, briary edge and full-bodied tannins you want in a zin. it has simple berry, cocoa and spice flavors. drink now. | lot 7 | 84 | 27 |
126,418 | us | this wine expresses the mouthwatering acidity of both of its grape varieties, with viognier's exotic tropical fruit and honeysuckle flavors, alongside albariño's refreshing minerals and lemon flavors. | lazy j viognier-albariño | 88 | 28 |
287 | spain | this is the stud in the acústic stable. a blend of 70% carignan and 30% garnacha, braó is lively and bright on the nose, with ripe blackberry and cassis aromas. the palate is concentrated and juicy, with fine balance and bold flavors of blueberry, blackberry and coffee. a toasty, dark finish features chocolate, toast and minerality. drink through 2019. | braó vinyes velles | 92 | 40 |
127,230 | us | this wine is a blend of 39% cabernet sauvignon, 36% merlot and 25% cabernet franc. it brings heady aromas of blackberry, black cherry, earth, herb and coffee followed by dense palate-coating dark-fruit flavors. the hedonism is dialed up and the finish won't quit. the balance is absolutely impeccable. best from 2022 to 2030. | super substance bx klein vineyard | 94 | 75 |
7,549 | italy | lagone is a pleasurable and rich blend of merlot, cab sauvignon, cab franc and sangiovese that opens with rich, dark color and intense aromas of sweet spice, chocolate, cherry and tobacco. the wine feels chewy and smooth in the mouth with a long, velvety feel on the close. | lagone | 91 | 16 |
32,720 | italy | wild berry, dark baking spice, aromatic herb and espresso aromas are present along with a floral note. the linear palate offers raw red cherry, dried sage and a white pepper note framed in vibrant acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins. | riserva di famiglia | 89 | 35 |
5,424 | italy | earthy aromas of truffle, game, ripe dark-skinned fruit and scorched soil lead the nose. the firmly structured palate shows dense cranberry, dried morello cherry, game and a touch of clove alongside close-grained tannins. let the tannins unwind then drink up. | riserva | 88 | 44 |
79,208 | portugal | this wood-aged, fortified moscatel has retained its fruitiness while also showing older, wood and toast flavors. perfumed and fragrant, with integrated acidity, enjoy this offering soon. | colheita | 90 | 137 |
42,179 | us | light aromas of candle wax, kiwi and citrus lead to diluted fruit flavors. it lacks a sense of cohesion or variety. | the expedition | 82 | 16 |
42,725 | us | a bit lighter and less complex than gavin chanin's other bottlings this vintage, this wine is still impressively fresh, vibrant and may age better than the others. aromas of red cherry, red plum, vanilla bean, wet slate, rose hips and a touch of fennel pop on the nose. the palate shows underripe cherry that's spiced by white pepper, dill, bay leaf, peppercorns and eucalyptus oil. | duvarita vineyard | 92 | 50 |
22,727 | france | just released, this latest non-vintage from jacquesson is very steely, austere, cool and elegant with apple and citrus acidity. it has freshness and balance. still young, but very complete. | cuvée 735 brut | 93 | 75 |
57,249 | austria | beautifully ripe notes of yellow pear, even floral overtones, dance above the glass. the palate unfolds in the same friendly, floral, light-footed fashion. lightness, freshness and flavor are all reminiscent of a flower meadow in spring. a lovely, delicate wine with well-hidden depth. | klassik | 90 | 13 |
11,177 | argentina | bubble gum on the nose makes you wonder about carbonic maceration, but that technique wasn't used to make this fruity, simple and generally nice little cabernet. don't expect complexity from it, or much varietal character; this is your basic red wine with adequate sweetness and some chocolate. | cuma organic | 84 | 13 |
105,801 | us | extremely grassy on the nose, this also shows lime juice and a skunky cannabis character that starts to blow off with time. the texture is racy on the palate, but the grassy component proves rather sour and one-dimensional. | ventana vineyards | 84 | 26 |
105,611 | bulgaria | this wine offers fragrances of vanilla, cherry and cherry cola. a fruity palate of cherry and black plums is backed by soft notes of vanilla and a core of satiny tannins. | enira | 90 | 15 |
33,430 | france | the estate is located to the north west of the village of fleurie, further into the hills. the wine is structured and tannic with layers of red berries and tight acidity. it will need to soften for a few months, so drink from late 2017. | château des labourons | 88 | 224 |
66,884 | us | this is a solid, sharply defined, taut wine with a refined core of cherry fruit. the through-line is straight and true, finishing with a lick of citrus. give this one a little more time to smooth itself out, and drink with pleasure after 2018. | five mountain | 92 | 60 |
63,828 | us | unlike any other merlots in the region, this fascinating low-alcohol tribute to a northern italian style shows oregano, thyme, parsley, rainbow peppercorns, dried purple flowers and a seductive hint of green pepper on the elegantly layered nose. the flavors reflects the nuanced nose, with crushed peppers, just-ripe blackberry, iodine and a touch of greenness. | honea vineyard | 92 | 53 |
17,409 | chile | this is entirely neutral on the nose, then dull-edged on the palate. flavors of papaya, green banana and bell pepper don't offer much beyond the basics, while this finishes soft and mildly bitter. | crucero collection | 84 | 13 |
68,577 | us | one of the ripest of hartford's new pinots, this is a full-bodied and very rich wine. it offers extreme flavor in place of subtlety, offering a massive palate wash of blackberries and cherries that veers into lifesaver candy. the bet is ageability. hold until after 2011. | jennifer's | 91 | 65 |
77,582 | us | you might almost think this is a pinot noir, it's so silky, crisply acidic and rich in raspberries, cherries, red licorice and sandalwood. that this is a nearly six-year-old syrah is a surprise, but a pleasant one. it would not have been possible for this wine to taste this young if it weren't from a cool-climate appellation. shows the potential of santa maria valley syrah capable of aging. | parenthesis | 91 | 28 |
22,807 | us | cabernet sauvignon (42%) takes the lead with the rest equal parts merlot and cabernet franc. aromas of dried herbs, flowers, graphite and dark fruit lead to supple, layered dark fruit flavors back by the grip of dry tannins. drink now. | ciel du cheval reserve | 91 | 50 |
29,690 | france | the perrin family continues to turn out remarkable wines at every price level, including this $10 white blend of grenache blanc, marsanne, roussanne and viognier. rather than favoring bold, distinctive fruit, it's more understated, with hints of marshmallow and melon that should prove versatile at the table. it's substantial and weighty without being fat or rich—just a nice drink. | réserve | 88 | 10 |
76,270 | us | strong and potent, this zin leaves little to the imagination. it instantly rocks with blackberries, cherries, currants, prunes and black pepper, wrapped into firm tannins, and finishing dry, with a chile-pepper heat from alcohol. | pauline's vineyard | 87 | 32 |
28,399 | italy | black pepper, lightly toasted oak, blue flower and black currant aromas lead the nose and carry over to the palate along with black cherry and licorice notes. this is already approachable, with chewy but fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. drink through 2017. | barbula | 88 | 16 |
109,434 | australia | d'arenberg's lineup of single-vineyard shirazes is especially impressive in the 2010 vintage, and this was one of my favorites. the aromas are tight, nearly impenetrable at first, then only stubbornly yielding hints of graphite, but the mouthfeel is expansive and richly textured. aristocratic notes of pencil shavings balance supple tannins and layers of dark fruit, concluding in espresso and chocolate on the finish. drink now–2030. | the swinging malaysian single vineyard | 96 | 85 |
10,203 | france | the extremely pale copper color is reminiscent of a blanc de noirs. aromas and flavors are yeasty and full of baking spices like clove and cinnamon, along with red apples. the only quibble is that it seems a bit sweeter and heavier than the best rosés. | brut rosé | 86 | 55 |
35,327 | france | this is a wine that speaks of its terroir, the chalk soil coming out in a very mineral, austere character. it has elegance, class, great style of poise, showing acidity, fresh green fruits and a need to age for at least 5 years. | premier cru montée de tonnerre | 93 | 46 |
60,868 | chile | tan in color and bland as a whole, with vanilla and pear aromas that do little to allure or entice. strained and pickled tasting, with a heavy, overdone overall style. pushes the definition of “acceptable.” | queulat gran reserva | 81 | 15 |
48,943 | us | an aromatic profile of crushed mint, hot gravel and red fruit introduces this blend of 83% grenache and 17% mourvèdre. it's lightweight on the palate, but with complex flavors of herb and spice that swirl around a core of blackberry fruit and finish with mouthwatering acidity. | cuvée jeanne marie williamson-dore vineyard | 92 | 40 |
26,573 | us | reserved aromas of vanilla, pickling spices and cherry are followed by light cranberry flavors with the concentration wanting. | vintner's select sugarloaf vineyard | 86 | 30 |
18,580 | romania | sweet flower and cherry aromas perfume this dry, berry-tinged sauvignon blanc. it's refreshing and quaffable, and it offers bright acidity and just a hint of green that lingers on the finish. | dreamfish | 85 | 7 |
109,468 | france | this apple-crisp wine has tight acidity and touches of wood rounded out by yellow fruits. it is ripe and very full, the nervy, mineral character contrasting with the richness that is now developing. it will age slowly, so don't drink before 2020. | valmur grand cru | 95 | 97 |
22,084 | germany | despite it's cheeky, critter-wine packaging, there's a fair amount of elegance to be found in this sparkling blend of trebbiano, airen and müller-thurgau. a tad sweet, it's fresh with apple, lemon and grapefruit flavors, nuanced with a hint of toast and nut. brisk acidity drives a pristine finish. drink now through 2020. | bubbles | 88 | 17 |
105,127 | us | brooding aromas of earth, tobacco, spice and red fruit lead to plentiful savory tobacco and mesquite flavors. it seems a bit dried out. | erletxe | 87 | 27 |
70,110 | france | a subdued nose leads to a fresh but also subdued palate, but if you look for the ripe pear notes you will find them. this wine takes time to wake up and breathe but underneath it's an archetypal fresh but rounded alsace pinot blanc. | réserve | 89 | 14 |
40,459 | chile | dusty and dry on the nose, with raspberry and peppery spice notes that are true to the variety. relatively solid in the mouth, with peppy red fruit flavors, tea and a tartness suggesting citrus or apple skins. snappy juice that makes the grade. | reserva | 85 | 11 |
119 | france | medium-gold in color. complex and inviting nose layered with a strong earthy minerality, vibrant bright fruit and intriguing notes of petrol and honey. on the palate it is racy, taut and focused full of well defined ripe succulent citrus and stone fruit. rich, viscous texture perfectly balanced by the wine's crispness and almost steely minerality. very long, juicy, lingering finish. | schoenenbourg grand cru vendanges tardives | 92 | 80 |
74,985 | us | rich aromas like anjou pears and rose petals combine with generous ripe pear and vanilla flavors. it feels full-bodied but is light in alcohol and has a soothing texture. good acidity balances the ripeness and the finish lingers. | rock hound | 88 | 14 |
88,536 | spain | raisin, licorice and coconut aromas produce a ripe bouquet. this is raw and screechy in the mouth, with little in the way of a midpalate. flavors of heavy red-berry fruits have a green leaning, while the finish is raw in feel and reedy in flavor. | colección vivanco parcelas de | 85 | 90 |
43,913 | france | this is an impressively ripe and solidly fruity wine. blending mainly tannat with cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon, it is certainly structured. but it is the brilliant black fruit that gives this wine its real character and density. it is impressive, and obviously made for the long haul. drink from 2021. | crouzeilles-côte abeilles | 93 | 65 |
128,703 | us | really beautiful. walks right up to the tartness line, but never crosses it, with rich, citrusy acidity framing ripe, complex flavors of cherries, currants, cola, pomegranates, sandalwood and asian spices. clean and pure, and an ager. now–2013. | dutton ranch-sanchietti vineyard | 93 | 58 |