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15,531 | us | Very rich, ripe and bold, in the way of Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noirs, with mouth filling cherry, raspberry, red plum and mocha flavors, enhanced with smoky oak. Tasty, but a bit ponderous, with some sharpness through the finish. Try cellaring for 4–5 years and see where it goes. | Pisoni Vineyard | 89 |
79,275 | us | This dusty, tannic wine from the Oak Knoll District is rich with cedar, graphite and herb notes that complement its black cherry fruit. | Lot 601 | 86 |
72,523 | us | Peppery and bright in acidity, this blend of half Grenache and lesser percentages of Mourvèdre, Syrah and Counoise is a bit mixed. On the one hand it offers red raspberry and pomegranate and perfumed aromatics; on the other hand, the earthiness detracts. | Coda Rouge | 86 |
3,551 | us | By far the best Dewpoint to date, this tastes bone dry, yet it's succulent, concentrated, and lightly honeyed. The deep flavors of ripe Meyer lemon and citrus just keep on going and going. | Bacchus Vineyard Dewpoint | 92 |
125,475 | portugal | Like wines from many vineyards that look across the Minho river to Spain, this Alvarinho is typically rich, deliciously ripe with pear and peach flavors, and brisk with a streak of acidity. The wine is textured, ripe and perfumed. Keep for six months at least. | QM | 90 |
41,941 | italy | Pretty aromas of crushed blue flower and red berry lead the nose on this easygoing red. The fresh palate offers up juicy black cherry and savory herb alongside supple tannins and bright acidity. | I Perazzi | 87 |
40,599 | france | At this stage, this wine is closed and packed with acidity. But just wait for a few years and the ripe wood and yellow fruits will emerge. It's a full-bodied, rich wine that needs to round out. Drink from 2016. | Morgeot Premier Cru | 90 |
67,909 | us | Savory touches of herb-crusted poultry, leather and turned earth show on the nose of this bottling from East Paso. Dried red fruit, rich leather and smoked pork elements and a touch of coffee on the finish show on the palate, where the tannins are a touch firm right now. | Di Domenico | 89 |
58,000 | us | Done in the very dry, herbally infused Santa Cruz Mountains style, this blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc offers cohesive aromas of black cherry, oregano, gravel and graphite. The mouthfeel is soft but with a tannic tension, showing tart and cedar-laced black plum, elderberry, bittersweet chocolate and tobacco flavors. | Test Pilot F-86 | 90 |
72,694 | bulgaria | Pale straw in color, this wine has aromas of lemon peel, dried herb and lemon blossom. It's zesty on the palate, with flavors of lemon peel and green apple. | Veni Vidi Vici | 87 |
31,218 | us | Made from 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Gris, this lovely Blanc de Blancs brims with vanilla cream, lime and pear aromas and flavors, with the yeasty, baked bread dough toastiness that mark the best sparkling wines. It's basically dry and quite high in acidity, which gives it a brisk, clean finish. Drink this fine bubbly now and for the next 6–8 years. | Blanc de Blancs | 93 |
6,552 | chile | This Viognier from the outlands region of Elqui is minerally but low on fruit aromas. A fresh, linear palate offers lettuce, lime and other limited green-leaning flavors, while the finish is lasting and firm, with zesty acidity. | Reserva | 85 |
16,485 | us | Hailing from one of the state's top Syrah sites, this wine offers reserved aromas of violets and raspberries along with whiffs of smoked meat and green herbs. The layered flavors are elegant yet intense, with vibrant acidity and a finish with plenty of hang time. The pleasure is as much about feel as flavor. | Forgotten Hills Vineyard | 93 |
97,514 | portugal | This estate is right in the south of the Vinho Verde. That gives the wine extra weight, with added richness from the Avesso grape. The aftertaste brings in crispness. | Avesso | 88 |
48,779 | us | There's a blanket of dusty-pollen over notions of underripe peach and green apple on the nose. The initial shock of citrus on the palate turns to juicy peach tones that ultimately turn sour. Bridging on the sweeter side of the dry category, this would be an easy quaff as an apéritif. | Dry | 86 |
90,838 | us | This is classic Washingon Merlot; plush with dark and smoky fruit, a supple and muscular mouthfeel, and broad flavors of plum and cherry. The generous (80%) use of new French oak adds plenty of chocolate and spice. Klipsun fruit can sometimes be rough and tannic, but here it is supple and almost soft, like real Corinthian leather. | Water Witch Klipsun Vineyard | 91 |
109,529 | spain | This has already past its sell-by date. The color is tan and maderized, while the nose is soft and mushy, with raisiny aromas. Like the nose, this is flabby and past its prime in the mouth, with a bland, bitter finish. | Viña Rubican | 80 |
110,546 | chile | Aromas of grass and green citrus fruits are just pungent enough. This is basic but lively in the mouth, with grassy flavors and citrus notes of grapefruit and lime. A chalky finish is cleansing. | La Joya Gran Reserva | 87 |
5,280 | us | Hints of vanilla and spice add warmth to pristine blackberry and plum flavors in this brisk, medium-bodied Merlot. It's tart with cranberry acidity and finishes with a lingering granite minerality. | Sunrise Hill Vineyards | 88 |
121,766 | chile | Briny cherry and red-currant aromas are light. This feels sharp on the palate, with fresh flavors of red plum, tomato and a salty hint. | Estate Reserve | 86 |
2,077 | us | Opulence is the reserve Syrah, a firm and juicy wine with dark, smoky, wild berry flavors. It's gamy and brambly, chewy and tart, and it has the length and polish to sustain your interest through glass after glass. | Opulence | 90 |
99,240 | us | A blend of Red Willow Merlot (61%) and Angela's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine offers savory aromas of herbs, nori and peanut shells. The palate shows good concentration to the sweet coffee and cherry flavors that display a supple feel and are backed by lightly chewy tannins. | Nana | 88 |
3,149 | argentina | An intense, forward style of Malbec. The nose oozes a mixture of mint, black-fruit extract and shoe polish, while the saturated palate is racy and just rich enough; the flavors of blackberry and plum are lively with coffee and mocha accents on the finish. A bit acidic and racy, but that won't hurt it if served with food. | Golden Reserve | 89 |
100,289 | us | This sparkler was made from a majority of Chardonnay with a seasoning of Pinot Noir, the grapes grown at Hyde Vineyard, among other sites within the appellation. A doughy, tart wine, it brightly expresses green apple, orange, grapefruit and a more developed creaminess of biscotti, delighting in a persistence of lemon zest. | Methode Traditionelle Brut | 93 |
50,689 | us | As there is not a lot of Cabernet Franc made in Lodi, this is a rare chance to see what it can be. This wine is imprinted with Michael David's typical big, bold flavors. It's an aromatic combination of perfume, cinnamon spice and toasty oak. The palate is dense and smoky, with strong raspberry and currant fruit. | Inkblot | 87 |
85,427 | italy | The region of Lazio, in central Italy, is not known for its wines. However, it does have a few aces up its sleeve and this Grechetto-based wine (with fruit sourced from five different vineyards) is one of them. Thanks to its brilliant golden color and rich aromas of stone fruit, honey and caramel, this is a wine that pairs majestically with lobster, crab and smoked salmon. | La Tour a Civitella | 90 |
121,424 | italy | You can't beat this low price. No wonder Vitiano is a constant feature on wine lists at restaurants across Rome. This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese offers spicy oak notes, with suggestions of ripe cherry, blackberry and spice. | Vitiano | 88 |
22,763 | italy | Made with late-harvest grapes left to partially dry on the vine, this conveys aromas of honey, chamomile flower and dried herb. The palate offers mature peach, lemon drop, dried apricot and white almond alongside fresh acidity. | Le Bine Longhe di Costalta | 90 |
1,446 | france | Crisp and packed with lively lemon-like acidity, this wine shows both minerality and intense fruitiness. Textured and tight, it has hints of yellow fruit in the background that will blossom as the wine develops. Drink from 2021. | La Maltroie Premier Cru | 94 |
25,761 | us | Classic varietal smells of chalk and golden raisin emerge from this wine. It's lusciously smooth once sipped, with orange, limestone and vanilla pudding leaning up against bitter greens and just-ripe nectarine. Serve with beets and goat cheese or Chinese chicken salad. | Tondré Grapefield | 91 |
118,902 | france | Less successful than some previous bottlings under this label, the 2008 seems earthier and less fruit-forward, with coffee and tree bark notes dominating this medium-bodied wine. The blend is 55% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 15% Mourvèdre. | Côté Jardin | 84 |
4,198 | chile | Sawdust and campfire notes are the most prominent aromas on this oaky Carmenère. Soft tannins and racy acidity create an alert, snappy palate of plum and herbal berry flavors. A note of bitterness darkens the finish. | Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Cachapoal | 87 |
63,836 | italy | Made with organically cultivated Sangiovese, this full-bodied dessert wine boasts aromas of maple syrup, apricot, candied ginger and dried clove. The palate doles out candied nectarine, maple syrup, white almond and glazed brown sugar. | Occhio di Pernice | 92 |
106,807 | us | Simple and sweet, with sugared tangerine and vanilla flavors, enriched with caramelized oak. The blend is mostly Viognier, with Roussanne and Marsanne. | La Naris | 85 |
50,984 | us | Rich and full bodied, this abounds with pretty flower, sweet peach and pear aromas mingled with a toasted oak. It's decidedly oaky on the palate, with an abundance of smoke, vanilla and coconut notes. Generous in body, this has nicely extracted apple and lemon flavors. Drink now. | Barrel Fermented | 85 |
25,336 | italy | Vintner Elisabetta Geppetti's Saffredi is part cult wine and part mainstream blockbuster in that the wine enjoys worldwide fame, but few know it well. This vintage is soft and luscious, with loads of dark chocolate, cherry, blackberry, tobacco and spice. It's gorgeous down to the last delicious drop. | Saffredi | 94 |
16,815 | us | This 100% Cabernet is a good wine, rich in blackberry, black currant and new oak flavors, and the tannins show that famous Stags Leap “iron fist in a velvet glove” quality. It seems a little hollow in the midpalate, reminiscent of the 2006 and 2007 vintages. Drink now–2017. | S.L.V. | 88 |
57,917 | austria | The tannins of the Zweigelt show through the rich texture of this wine, giving a fascinating balance between smoothness and a dry, firm, smoky core. Even at six years, it does need more aging to round out even more and bring out the natural honey flavors. | Trockenbeerenauslese Essenz | 89 |
49,908 | italy | Toast and chocolate take center stage and shape a modern expression of one of Puglia's most traditional wines. This riserva has good density and persistency and ends with firm tannins and lingering notes of sweet spice. | Selvarossa Riserva | 88 |
82,655 | france | The extra year gives this wine quite different flavors from the forward fruitiness of Provence rosé. It now has a richer, more complex character and weight of ripe fruit, caramel and vanilla flavors. This is a serious, food friendly rosé. | Les Clans | 91 |
4,146 | us | Baked black plum, dark strawberry and baking spice show on the well-integrated and elegant nose of this bottling by New Zealand-raised winemaker Fintan du Fresne. A chalky mouthfeel carries forth flavors of bright boysenberry fruit, loam and more brown spice, elements that are sure to gather more power with extended bottle age. | Califa | 92 |
32,540 | italy | One of the standout Amarones from the lovely 2007 vintage, Case Vecie is opulent, rich and impressive in terms of intensity and complexity. It opens with dark, inky concentration and releases a long line of black cherry, spice and soft tobacco flavors. Drink after 2015. | Case Vecie | 93 |
118,203 | argentina | Heavy, rubbery aromas of iodine and damp cellar are earthy but not fully convincing. Like many Michel Rolland wines, this is huge, spongy and tannic, with maximum extraction. Massive, grapy flavors of black fruits and bacon finish herbal, minty and tannic to an extreme. Drink through 2019. | Mariflor Michel Rolland | 88 |
123,727 | italy | This wine's tilled earth, coffee and black plum aromas waft out of the glass. The hearty, full-bodied palate doles out mature black cherry, licorice and baking spice flavors alongside fine-grained tannins. Drink through 2021. | d'Annona | 89 |
29,056 | us | This is fresh and lively, with crisp coastal acidity, elegance and sophistication. It offers oak-inspired citrus, tropical fruit and mineral flavors. | Estate Vineyard | 90 |
122,822 | us | The most floral of Ponzi's single-vineyard Pinots, this is a delicate and yet powerful wine, scented with lavender and roses, and displaying bright, clean raspberry fruit. Stiff acids and grippy tannins support a wine that is locked down tightly and needs decanting and/or aerating to open up. | Abetina 2 | 92 |
80,958 | france | Salmon-pink in color, this is a soft wine. With a relatively high dosage, it is full of red fruits and ripe apples. The acidity and the richness of the wine are well balanced, making it ready to drink. | Rosé Mosaïque Brut | 86 |
44,025 | italy | Made with Ribolla Gialla, this shows simple perlage followed by plush aromas of yellow fruit, melon and fresh citrus. The unique grape variety used lends a sensation of structure and firmness. | Brut | 87 |
101,164 | spain | Waxy aromas of dried stone fruits and potent oak open this classy barrel-fermented Viura. A refined palate with cutting acidity energizes woody pear and apple flavors. On the finish, resiny oak and a wave of oxidized Sherry notes are highly complex but maybe not for everyone. | Capellanía | 92 |
13,584 | us | This blend of 30% Viognier, 30% Grenache Blanc, 17% Picpoul Blanc, 17% Roussanne and 6% Marsanne offers hints of honeycomb and yellow apple on the nose. Green apple, bruised pear and salted nectarine flavors show on the palate. | Aurora | 87 |
45,765 | us | Thin going here, with citrusy flavors and big, fresh Monterey acids. Seems to have some oak in it. Finishes dry and tart. | Estates | 83 |
123,529 | us | With only 9% alcohol, this white Zin has some residual sugar, which makes it off-dry. It's thin in raspberry fruit. | White | 82 |
23,377 | us | Ripe fruit, in the form of raspberries, cherries and figs, characterizes this luscious Pinot. But it has much more going for it than that. The tannins are rich and complex, the finish is dry and spicy, and the overall impression is of wine with a great pedigree. Drink over the next six years. | La Encantada Vineyard | 92 |
40,048 | austria | An attractive, perfumed blend of Chardonnay and Muscat grapes, very summery, fresh and crisp. There's lively acidity, quince and pear flavors and a vibrant fruity aftertaste. Screwcap. | Trie | 87 |
9,709 | italy | A savory blend of 40% Sangiovese, 30% Monica and 30% Carignano, this vibrant red offers aromas of ripe black-skinned fruit, tilled soil, leather, cooking spice, carob and violet. The chewy palate delivers ripe black cherry, juicy blackberry, ground clove and dried Mediterranean herb alongside round, enveloping tannins that give it a velvety texture. | Silenzi | 90 |
118,823 | us | This excellent boutique brand is slowly expanding, doubling the production of the estate wine in 2014, and adding two new vineyards to the mix in 2016. Consistent from vintage to vintage is the elegance and depth of detail, beginning with subtle, entwined fruit flavors of raspberry and cherry. Hints of dried herb, cigar box, and a touch of chocolate come up through the finish. The tannins are proportionate, though still a bit astringent, suggesting a few more years of bottle age would be beneficial. | Élevée Vineyard | 92 |
23,389 | france | The off-dry version of Vaugondy's Vouvray brings out ripe apple as well as pineapple and lemon flavors. It is still crisp, packed with acidity, rounded out with finishing sweetness. | Demi-Sec | 87 |
114,574 | us | Beet juice, dense pomegranate, root beer, turned earth, fire-roasted meats and toasted sagebrush aromas power the action-packed nose on this bottling by one of the appellation's bigger outfits. The palate combines juicy elderberry and bramble fruit with cedar, dried mint and wild herbs, finishing on a menthol-like sensation, with decent grip for a Pinot. | 1772 | 92 |
126,146 | us | Break out the barbecue for this lusty, slightly rustic Zinfandel. Brings out the variety's briary, brambly personality, with wild berry, thyme, pepper and currant flavors that finish hot with alcohol. | Old Vine | 84 |
1,620 | portugal | The very local Tamarez grapes make an appearance in this lemon-colored and flavored wine. It is fruity, soft and bright with acidity. Drink now. | Brado Branco | 85 |
10,479 | portugal | This is big, ripe, chocolate and dark-fruit flavored wine that shows concentrated tannins and dense wood. Blackberry tones are starting to push through to give this impressive wine balance and a serious future. Drink from 2017. | Romeira Reserva | 90 |
61,756 | france | A light orange pink color sets the scene for a fruity wine that has raspberry flavors, soft acidity and an attractive, crisp aftertaste. Drink now. | Pigmentum Malbec | 85 |
55,786 | us | Yeasty bread notes mingle with preserved cherry and raspberry tones on this dry, but fruity, Pinot Noir sparkling. It's quite bold on the palate with big, mouthfilling foam, and finishes with a touch of mushroom. | Brut Rosé | 85 |
69,364 | italy | A blend of 65% Chardonnay and 35% Pinot Nero, this copper-colored wine conveys subtle aromas of rose, passion fruit and red berry. The lively palate offers strawberry, ripe apple and a hint of bread crust alongside brisk acidity and persistent bubbles. | Rosé | 88 |
30,774 | portugal | Juicy, sweet fruited wine, with a ripe, jammy character allied to fresh acidity and soft tannins. With enticing raspberry flavors, the wine is for easy and early drinking. | Espirito Tinto | 86 |
23,219 | us | Named for a great David Bowie song, this wine would appeal to Ziggy Stardust himself with its chameleon-like ability to swing between steely and sultry, almost sweet, diving into decadence with ease. Lemon peel and grilled pineapple marry well with generous yet managed oak, finishing creamy and quick. | Rebel Rebel Reserve | 90 |
64,659 | spain | Hard and tough to penetrate on the nose. The palate is crisp and a bit raw in feel, with narrow, dry plum and berry flavors. Finishes with buttery tasting oak and a crisp, acidic fade-away. | Crianza | 84 |
8,774 | spain | Powdery, perfumed aromas of raspberry and red plum announce a palate with ringing acidity. Plum, red currant and strawberry flavors come with moderate loamy weight, while the finish takes on an earthy quality that's balanced by shearing, tangy acidity. This is only 60% Tempranillo while the rest is Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo. Drink through 2020. | Norte | 89 |
107,205 | spain | Unusual but not unpleasant aromas of cinnamon and coffee cake lead to a saturated palate with rugged tannins. Flavors of fig paste, chocolate and baking spices confirm the wine's ripeness, while blackened flavors and rock-hard tannins drive the finish. | Reserva | 89 |
93,011 | italy | Made with Tempranillo, this opens with aromas of black-skinned berries, cured meats and herbaceous notes. The fresh medium-bodied palate offers blackberries, currants and a hint of sage alongside close-grained tannins that leave a firm finish. | IXE | 89 |
73,173 | us | This expertly structured wine will last for ages. It begins with dense blackberry jam, caramel, vanilla, fresh licorice and chocolate-ganache aromas. There is a density of flavors on the sip, but not an overwhelming weight, with black cherry, chocolate syrup and asphalt tones hung on chalky tannins that are a little firm right now. Drink 2018–2033. | Passing By | 93 |
22,485 | us | This is stiff and herbal, both in scents and flavors. There's a strong streak of earth dampening the light cranberry fruit. The aging in two third new French oak adds a bit of chocolate to the finish. | Latitude 45 | 86 |
84,619 | germany | Penetrating flavors of preserved peach and honey are nuanced by layers of saffron, pollen and high-toned acidity in this sun-kissed auslese. It's delicate in body, yet concentrated in flavor and ripples of sweet nectar seem to amble endlessly on the finish. Gorgeous now, but should develop well for decades to come. | Graacher Himmelreich Auslese Gold Cap | 93 |
96,752 | portugal | This wine shows the characteristic granitic texture of the region. Berry fruits smother the firm tannins to give a rich, juicy wine that's bold, ripe, and ready to drink. | Aliança | 88 |
63,759 | italy | Enticing intense aromas including exotic fruit, fragrant white wild flower, cut grass and Alpine herb offer an intriguing introduction to this stunning wine. One of Italy's most iconic bottlings, it has an inviting full-bodied palate, delivering layers of ripe pineapple, juicy white grapefruit and energizing mineral notes. Mouthwatering acidity closes the long lingering finish. | Sanct Valentin | 95 |
106,808 | argentina | Fiery and clipped on the nose, but then it settles onto red fruits and candy notes. The palate shows good grip and a proper but basic feel, with generic red berry and currant flavors. Solid on the finish; good in a common way. | Colección | 85 |
22,140 | us | Blended with 13% Syrah, this wine opens with notes of cassis, smoke, sweet herb, vanilla and tar. The black-fruit flavors are full bodied but still retain a sense of vibrancy and deftness. The finish stretches out and the tannins provide some chew. | Estate | 91 |
96,022 | us | This ageable wine has sturdy tannins and is a shade too young to drink now. A few years of cellaring will open up the blackcurrant and olive flavors and soften the mouthfeel. If you must open it, try with a perfectly grilled lambchop. | Barelli Creek | 88 |
80,674 | south africa | De Toren's Merlot-based Bordeaux-style blend also includes 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot. It leads with earthy aromas of black-currant leaf, fresh tobacco and menthol that support the black-fruit core of plum, cherry and fig. The palate is full and round, but with enough tannic structure to keep it from feeling too rich or opulent. A toasty cocoa accent lingers long on the close. Drink now–2017. | Z | 91 |
59,422 | spain | Here's another raring red from Bordeaux-born Rivière that needs time to settle. Ripe aromas are all about fruit, while this wine is clamping on the palate, with a sense of skins one hopes will resolve with time. Peppery plum and wild berry flavors finish with cheek-grabbing tannins and lasting toastiness. Drink 2019–2035. | Ganko | 93 |
1,885 | italy | This massive super Tuscan blend based mostly on Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon is thick, inky dark in color and particularly intense this vintage. Black cherry, spice, plum cake and leather are protagonists of the bouquet. The mouthfeel is smooth and incredibly rich. | Monteti | 93 |
46,316 | greece | An alluring nose of citrus, pineapple and peach notes leads this elegant white. Fresh, flavorful and exotic, the wine offers citrus and lush fruit flavors, with a spin of acid for balance. This is very good on its own, but it will also pair well with poultry, grilled seafood or spicy dishes. | Thema | 89 |
35,143 | chile | Smells good and fruity, with ample berry force at the bouquet's center along with herbs and spice. Grabby, tannic and stocky on the palate, with sweet, chunky berry, raisin and plum flavors. Turns slightly herbal and stewy on the finish. | Clava Coastal Reserve | 86 |
128,368 | spain | Concentrated, inky and charred on the nose, this is a ripe and heady Rioja with strong barrel influences. Blackberry, cassis and roasted black-plum flavors are appropriate given the wine's hefty build. Finishing flavors of coffee, bitter chocolate and baking spices are long and thorough. Drink this powerful Tempranillo-led blend through 2030. | 7 Varietales | 94 |
25,503 | us | White blossoms and wet stone softly caress on the nose. The flavors are layered and compelling, starting on crisp green apple, honeydew melon and peach, folding into complexities of crushed stone, fennel and pollen. Well-balanced, fresh acidity and ample body lend to a long, evolving finish. | Reserve | 88 |
60,016 | france | Heady notes of chamomile and dried hay flower stream from the glass immediately hinting at a wine with some evolution. A touch of candied lemon peel makes the nose even more enticing. The palate is generous but dry, showing off the pristine pear fruit and wonderful phenolic texture that gives as much structure to this wine as its fine pure lemony acidity. Savored slowly, the full depth of pure pear fruit becomes apparent. This is a class act just coming into its drinking window now, with ample potential for further aging. Drink 2017–2035. | Grossi Laüe | 95 |
15,306 | france | From a number of Premier Cru vineyards, the wine is solid and dark. Firm, dry tannins still dominate and give promise for aging. At the same time, black plum fruit flavors show a riper side and add richness to the mix. Drink from 2016. | Premier Cru | 89 |
98,589 | us | Big, rich, soft and full-bodied, this 100% Cab impresses for the sheer depth of its blackberries, currants, chocolate and minerals. The inky black color testifies to its extreme youth, as does the freshness of flavor. Nowhere near drinkable now, it wants at least six years, and could be going strong in 2022. | Stagecoach Vineyard | 92 |
19,692 | us | Fruit stars in this dry, young Petite Sirah. It explodes with jammy flavors of blackberries, cassis, cherries, licorice and plums, with a generous dusting of cinnamon and cocoa. It's distinguished, while holding onto the variety's brawny rusticity. | Spring Creek Vineyard | 88 |
115,491 | bulgaria | Soft blackberry, cinnamon and pepper aromas lead flavors of juicy berry and savory spice in this Merlot from Bulgaria. Good tannins and structure give the wine ageability, which will also temper its oaky character. Overall, an impressive effort from an emerging region. | Veni Vidi Vici | 87 |
21,982 | france | A blend of Sémillon, Ugni Blanc and Rolle, this cool white is deliciously fruity already. It's soft, rounded, full of lemon and pear flavors, with a fine tang of acidity. Drink now or keep a few months. | Le Château Blanc | 88 |
90,527 | us | This wine is so ripe, rich and generous in flavor it's almost jammy, but there's no denying the appeal of all that fruitiness. Full body, velvety texture and soft acidity make it plush on the palate, helping the rich finish linger. Although it was aged in French barriques—two-thirds new—it's by no means an overoaked wine. | River Turn | 92 |
89,000 | us | This wine shows roasted beef with blackberry crust, fresh-cracked black pepper and tarry asphalt on the nose. The asphalt and charred meat play strongly on the heavy-duty palate that also offers blackberry balsamic reduction. It's brawny and burly, perhaps too much so for the everyday drinker. | All-In Sawyer Lindquist Vineyard | 90 |
20,261 | us | Superripe in blackberry, red plum, cherry, mocha, fig and caramel flavors, this wine certainly scores high on the deliciousness factor. It could use greater structural depth and complexity but is good overall. | Reserve | 87 |
17,725 | chile | Charred and heavily oaked from the opening gun to the closing tape. Amid all the barrel influence and toast, you'll find black plum and wild berry aromas and flavors. On the finish, oak reasserts its control over this wine. | Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Ribera del Maule | 87 |
54,498 | spain | Dark berry aromas turn earthy and oaky. The mouthfeel on this crianza is edgy and a touch choppy, with prodding acidity. Blackberry and dark-plum flavors are subdued, while the finish is mild and healthy, but a touch abrupt. Drink through 2021. | Crianza | 90 |
2,162 | spain | Lemon and apple aromas precede a high-acid citric palate without much elegance or finesse. This pedestrian Albariño deals pithy orange flavors that come with a note of grape skins. On the finish, this seems like orange juice. | Covello | 84 |
13,767 | us | Blended with 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, this Merlot is floral in aroma but lacking in fruit on the palate. A bitter herbal character develops toward the finish. | Le Sage | 83 |
82,984 | portugal | An open, ripe and fruity wine made to be drunk young, this has black currant and spice flavors, plenty of acidity to keep it crisp and balanced tannins. The aftertaste is bright and lively. | Tagus Creek Shiraz-Trincadeira | 86 |
113,704 | us | This wine's brooding black cherry, spice box and black licorice aromas are followed by a medium-bodied, well-structured palate that finishes with tart fruit flavors. It should perform particularly well at the dinner table and have a long life ahead of it. | Right Bank Blend Lonesome Springs Ranch | 91 |